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Paying to skip the lines in Disney World isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it is a great way to save time on your Disney World day. Goodbye Genie+ We don’t recommend Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+) for all the parks if you’re on a multiple-day trip. Still, we definitely think it’s a must-grab if you’re trying to do all the rides you can in Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Hollywood Studios without waiting too long. If you’re in the parks today, we have great news — the prices have dropped! Today, September 29th, you can purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass for one of the lowest prices we’ve seen since the service debuted in July. Below are the prices you’ll find the service for today: Magic Kingdom Multi Pass: $20 EPCOT Multi Pass: $15 Hollywood Studios Multi Pass: $20 Animal Kingdom Multi Pass: $15 ©Disney If you’re looking to get on some of the most popular attractions in each park by skipping the lines, you’ll want to purchase Lightning Lane Single Pass. These prices are also some of the lowest we’ve seen in a very long time (except TRON) — today, those prices look like: TRON Lightcycle / Run: $20 Seven Dwarfs Mine Train: $10 Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind: $14 Rise of the Resistance: $20 Avatar Flight of Passage: $13 ©Disney The last time Multi Pass prices dropped like this was during Labor Day Weekend (we know, unexpected!). If you’re still a little confused about what Lightning Lane Multi Pass is, don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Lightning Lane Multi Pass is an optional paid service available through the My Disney Experience app, which allows you to bypass standby lines and enter the Lightning Lane at select attractions in the parks by paying a base price for multiple attractions. The price varies depending on the day and which park you are making your initial selections for. However, if you have park hopping as part of your ticket, you’ll pay the price for the park you start in and then can use it in any park you hop to at no additional cost. ©Disney With Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you can make up to 3 Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections in a park in advance of your visit OR 7 days in advance if you’re staying at a Disney World hotel. Additionally, as you use your initial selections, you can make additional selections so you can hold up to 3 Lighting Lane Multi Pass selections at a time. ©Disney Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the new Lightning Lane systems? Don’t worry, we’re here to make sure you understand these new systems and how best to take advantage of them, so check out our full guides about the new service and our video dedicated to everything you need to know about Lightning Lane Multi Pass! As always, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news to help you prepare for your upcoming trip! Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lane Multi Pass in Disney World (in post form, if you’re not a video learner!) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your feelings on Lightning Lane Multi Pass? Tell us in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: Lightning Lane Prices Have DROPPED in Disney World Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know…sometimes we see things, and we kinda wish we could unsee them. Main Street, U.S.A. But at the same time, we’re happy we saw it because it means we can un-influence you from it to save you some trouble on your Disney World vacation, OR, on the flip side, it helps us recommend something that will truly make your trip easier. We try a lot of different products around here to see what’s really worth it on your Disney World vacation, and these new shoes…well, these new shoes are a disaster waiting to happen, and we’re begging you not to wear them to the parks. A fashion show is on its way to Disneyland Paris on October 1st, and people from around the world can watch it live at 10:30PM CET! Coperni, the brand hosting the show, will be showing off its Summer 2025 collection. But why are we talking about a fashion show, you ask? Well, because these shoes were featured to be part of it, and we had a visceral reaction to them. Listen, we are never one to judge what you choose to wear to the parks, HOWEVER we feel it’s of utmost importance to tell you that these are NOT a good fit for Disney World for a multitude of reasons. But the number one reason is easily those trolley tracks on Main Street. Those are ankle twisters for people in sandals and tennis shoes; we can’t imagine how easy it would be to step your high heel into the track, and oops, down you go. @coperni on Instagram Now, seasoned park goers may be looking at these and going, “Duh, I would never wear those to the parks, I know what I’m doing.” But we’ve been seeing these EVERYWHERE, meaning that we’re expecting to see a trend pop up soon where people are wearing them in the parks, and we’re here to tell you now that no matter how cute you think they are, they are probably NOT a good idea. Your feet will likely start to hurt in 0.2 seconds, and you likely won’t be able to truly enjoy any of the park because you’ll be in so much pain — and that’s if you DON’T twist your ankle on the trolley tracks. Especially if it’s slippery from rain? Game over in those shoes Trust us, we’ve been there — you have the perfect outfit planned, and you feel it’ll be ruined by your comfortable, supportive sandals and/or sneakers. Yes, we’ve been tempted to make that mistake more times than we’d care to admit, and some of us DO make that mistake and regret it 1/3 of the way (or sooner) into our park day. If you’re planning a fast-paced, move it and groove it Disney World day, we don’t recommend wearing shoes that aren’t broken in, have any sort of heel, or you know are uncomfortable. The good news is, most Disney World photos can be taken from the torso up, or you can crop your feet out, so no one will ever know that you weren’t wearing those super cute shoes. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Instead, bring those cute shoes along for a table service dining reservation in the evening! Then, you won’t be wearing them for too long and aren’t spending all day walking around, but can still get some great photos in them. You can also utilize a locker inside the parks if you want to bring the other set of shoes with you to change into without going back to your hotel or car. Lockers in EPCOT We’re always here to bring you the latest Disney World tips and tricks, so stay tuned to DFB! Everything In Our Disney World Park Bag Costs Less than $100 TOTAL. Here’s What’s In It. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever worn shoes to Disney World that you regret? Tell us in the comments! The post Please Don’t Wear These Shoes to Disney World. This Is a Trolley Track Sprained Ankle for Sure. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Two Disney World hotel restaurants have been closed for extended refurbishment. Everything Pop The World Premiere Food Court at All-Stars Movies Resort closed on July 1st and was supposed to open later in July; however, the refurbishment was pushed until mid-October. The Everything Pop Shopping and Dining food court closed on July 29th and is set to open this week! As you wander around Disney World this week, be prepared for a few other closures that will affect your vacation. Everything POP Shopping & Dining — Disney’s Pop Century Resort Everything Pop is amid its own refurbishment. Everything Pop Since July 29th, Everything Pop has been getting some work done. The refurbishment is supposed to end on September 29th. This means the food court should be back to full and normal operation on this day! We’ll be checking in on anything that may have changed while work was being done. For other closures around Disney World from September 28th through October 5th, keep reading below! Magic Kingdom Jungle Cruise The wild river ride closed on August 26th, and no, this is not some joke the Skippers just came up with! The Jungle Cruise will be back soon! The punny ride will be closed for refurbishment but will luckily reopen on October 18th if everything goes to plan. If you’re visiting Magic Kingdom over the next month and a half, we’re sorry to report that you will not get to see the eighth wonder of the world — the backside of water. Hopefully, the next time you visit, you’ll get to “ooo” and “ahhh” and this marvel! Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade We had to say goodbye to an opening day attraction on June 23rd. The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is closed. The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade was around for generations and provided simple fun to all who played. Now, the attraction has closed to make room for a new Disney Vacation Club lounge. This lounge will be the third in Disney World, joining one in EPCOT and one at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Disney has not yet announced when the new lounge will open. If Disney’s Magic Kingdom Expansion Doesn’t Include This Ride, We’re Not Going Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service restaurant that has been closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Tomorrowland Terrace Once in a while, you’ll see the dining room open as a rest area (and it’s still being used for the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties), but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Tomorrowland Terrace Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates. If you’re looking for a nice spot to hang out in Disney World and sit down for a rest, this could be it! EPCOT Test Track Test Track closed on June 17th, and Disney is giving this ride a BIG makeover! ©Disney Disney has shared that the new version of Test Track will take inspiration from the old ride, World of Motion, that was originally there when the park opened in 1982. Disney recently shared more details at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Experience, including an opening timeline! We’ll be able to ride Test Trace once again in 2025. Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is currently closed as a dining location in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when the restaurant could fully reopen. Florida Blue Lounge at Restaurant Marrakesh However, it is currently open as the Florida Blue Lounge during the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. So, if you’re in the Morocco Pavilion, check it out to see if it’s open. We’re watching for updates on when the full restaurant could reopen! FYI: The Pretzel Bread Pudding in EPCOT Is Still Stupid Good. Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Voyage of the Little Mermaid is currently closed in Disney World. But we recently spotted some construction walls up at the show! Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney is going to introduce a new, updated show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure” and is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Fall 2024. ©Disney Disney still hasn’t announced an official opening date for the new show, but hopefully, we’ll hear some news soon! It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” Why This Hollywood Studios Single Rider Line Is a Blessing and a Curse Blizzard Beach Blizzard Beach closed for refurbishment on March 17th. Blizzard Beach While Blizzard Beach is closed, Typhoon Lagoon is currently open. The two water parks often rotate off and on for being open. And recently, Disney announced that Blizzard Beach will be reopening on November 4th, when Typhoon Lagoon will close! Click here to learn all about Blizzard Beach Disney World Hotels World Premiere Food Court — Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort The World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has been undergoing refurbishment since July. World Premiere Food Court This food court closed for refurbishment on July 1st and was set to reopen on July 31st. However, a change on the Disney World website and speaking with Cast Members has indicated that did not happen. Disney has recently updated the website to say it won’t open until mid-October. While it has been getting a face-lift, guests have been able to mobile order from a limited menu on the Disney World app, and seating in the food court is still available. Is This New Permit a CLUE About an ABANDONED Disney World Hotel? Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check out more upcoming closures and current construction projects at Disney World here. Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you visiting Disney World this week? Let us know in the comments! The post A Disney World Restaurant Reopens This Week After Lengthy Refurbishment first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Nightmare Before Christmas is a classic Halloween movie that many of us Disney fans have come to adore. Jack and Sally We don’t care if it’s spooky season or not, our love of this movie and its characters is an all-year-round sort of love! Yes, MORE of our Jack Skellington souvenirs come out around Halloween (and stay out until after Christmas), but some things can be seen in our homes no matter what season it is. Our latest Amazon find is going to be one of those items! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Remember, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below! Grab the Jack Skellington Echo Dot Shell ©Amazon The Jack Skellington Echo Dot cover is available for the 4th and 5th generations of the Amazon Echo Dot. You might be talking to Alexa, but it will look like the Pumpkin King! It has two pieces that you can fit together around your Echo Dot, and it won’t interfere with Alexa’s operations. ©Amazon His smile eerily glows with the light from your Echo Dot on any counter or shelf you place it on. There is an opening for the speaker as well as a cut out for the buttons on the Echo Dot, so you can easily continue use of your device. This is one Nightmare Before Christmas item that will be displayed around the house all year! Grab this new shell before it’s gone! Get It Here! Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are coming up on October 8th and 9th! Keep up with all the Disney and travel essential deals right here at DFB, and shop the early sales at the link below! Keep following DFB for more Disney news! Find Early Amazon Big Deal Days Sales Here!The post Amazon's NEW 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Souvenir Is Going To Be POPULAR first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whether you’re dreaming of the city of Rosas or underwater adventures with Ariel, you’ll find a Disney LEGO set calling your name! ©LEGO Amazon is a great place to find Disney souvenirs and LEGO sets. But we get excited when we see LEGO sets for under $20! You and your kiddos will have tons of fun putting these figures together. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are coming soon on October 8th and 9th, but you can find some great deals now! Plus, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below. Grab the LEGO Simba Kit Here ©Amazon You and your kids can have a fun time building this cute cub Simba from The Lion King! He’s busy enjoying some grub, so be sure to build him a plate of tasty bugs. This build has 222 pieces and is good for kids 6 years old and up, and you can grab it for under $20 now! Get It Here! Pick Up the Belle LEGO Set ©Amazon Belle and Philippe are off enjoying a stroll in their carriage and reading stories of far off places. Your Disney Princess-loving child will enjoy putting this small LEGO set together and playing with their new figurine. Get It Here! Grab the Twirling Rapunzel Set ©Amazon Rapunzel twirls on her pedestal with her parasol in this cute Disney Princess kit! Of course, Pascal is there to keep her company. Get It Here! Build the City of Rosas! ©Amazon Did you enjoy the movie Wish? We sure did! Now, your kids can enjoy building the city of Rosas and playing with Asha, Star, and Valentino. Get It Here! Grab the ‘Little Mermaid’ Storybook LEGO Set ©LEGO Open the storybook of underwater adventures with this The Little Mermaid LEGO set! It comes with a key to keep your treasures safe. It includes 134 pieces, including mini-figures of some of your favorite characters. Get It Here! Grab the LEGO Duplo ‘Cars’ Set ©Amazon Even the littlest of kiddos can have some LEGO fun! This LEGO Duplo Cars set features Mac and his tool kit to get Lightning McQueen ready for the races. This set is ready for fun for 2-year-olds and up with only 14 pieces. Get It Here! If you want to check out all the best Disney and travel deals for Amazon Big Deals Days, check out the link below! We’ll be keeping up with all the sales right in one convenient location. Keep following DFB for more Disney news! Don’t miss out on Amazon Prime Big Deal Days!The post 6 Disney LEGO Sets Under On Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We may not have even reached Halloween yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to look toward Thanksgiving at Disney World! Disney World Tickets During the Holidays Thanksgiving is going to be here before you know it and we’re already preparing how we’ll spend the holiday in Disney World. Naturally, since the holiday does have a heavy theme around food, we’re already thinking about where at Disney World we want to have our Thanksgiving meals. If you’re planning ahead like we are, then you need to be ready for that Thanksgiving Disney World dining reservation window to open. Thanksgiving dining reservations open September 29th, 2024, 60 days before Thanksgiving. As a reminder, this 60-day window is not Thanksgiving-exclusive. Advanced Dining Reservations are commonplace (and necessary) at Disney World and are available to guests beginning 60 days before their visit. While dining reservations are always a must, this rings especially true for holidays. Liberty Tree Tavern If you’re looking to make Disney World a home away from home this Thanksgiving, there are also some special dining events you should know about. First and foremost, you should know about Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom. This restaurant actually serves a Thanksgiving-inspired meal year-round and is extra popular around this time of year, especially for being an all-you-care-to-enjoy dining spot. The menu features Thanksgiving favorites like pot roast, roasted turkey breast, oven-roasted pork, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, mac & cheese, and herb stuffing. There are even special diet, plant-based, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. We’re big fans of the Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake dessert and can’t recommend it enough! A full Thanksgiving spread at Liberty Tree Tavern Similar to Liberty Tree Tavern, The Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom offers a similar menu to Liberty Tree Tavern and is also all-you-care-to-enjoy year-round. Having this second option during a time when this kind of food will be highly sought after is a HUGE game changer. Time to FEAST! Another year-round option is Garden Grill at EPCOT. Focusing on comfort food, Garden Grill offers Thanksgiving-like menu items in an all-you-care-to-enjoy style. It also features a character meal starring Chip ‘n Dale, Pluto, and Mickey Mouse, setting itself apart from the other two entries. As for the menu, you’ll be offered family-style portions of a salad, grilled beef, barbecue roasted chicken, macaroni & cheese, seasonal vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, and a berry shortcake for dessert. Garden Grill eats Over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Hollywood & Vine offers the seasonal Minnie’s Holiday Dine. In the past, this buffet has offered carved herb-roasted turkey breast with garlic redskin mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, sautéed green beans, turkey gravy, and cranberry orange relish for Thanksgiving. You may even get a visit at your table from Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, and Pluto all in their holiday best! Minnie’s Holiday Dine! Disney Springs should have a lot going on for Thanksgiving, as well. Last year, Raglan Road Irish Pub offered a special Thanksgiving menu that included butter and herb roast turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey glazed carrots, bacon braised Brussels sprouts, sausage meat with walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce. In 2023, Thanksgiving dinner at Raglan Road cost $39.99 per adult and $19.99 per child. ©Raglan Road This year, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is serving the Homecomin’ Holiday Turkey Sandwich from November 24th, 2024 through January 1st, 2025. This sandwich is made with smoked turkey on toasted artisanal bread, dressed with signature cornbread stuffing and a sweet and sour cranberry aioli and is served with house-made potato chips. ©Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Last year, Homecomin’ offered Thanksgiving dinner to go with a meal that included Smoked Turkey with Gravy, Andouille Sausage Cornbread Stuffing, Homemade Cranberry Sauce, Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Southern Green Beans, Cheddar Drop Biscuits with Fig Jam, and four Slices of the restaurant’s famous Hummingbird Cake. The meal fed four and cost $200 plus tax. We’ll keep you posted with updates if this offering returns. ©Homecomin’ The Polite Pig also offered the Open-face Turkey Smash last year, which is made with Texas toast, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, turkey gravy, and cranberry chutney. We’re hoping this one returns in 2024. ©The Polite Pig Earl of Sandwich has us hyped around Thanksgiving, as its the perfect time to pick up its famous Holiday Turkey Sandwich, which is typically available year-round. It’s made with Turkey, Cornbread Stuffing, Turkey Gravy, Cranberry Sauce and Mayonnaise. Holiday Turkey Sandwich The Disney World Hotels also usually get in on the holiday fun. Last year, Four Seasons’ Ravello offered a special Thanksgiving Character Breakfast and followed it up with a “decadent buffet with an incredible assortment of offerings, from a sushi and seafood station to a mouth-watering tapas station” for lunch and dinner. Plancha also offered a Thanksgiving buffet with a salad bar, cheese and charcuterie, a carving station with turkey, NY strip, lamb, and lots of sides. Michelin-starred Capa added some Thanksgiving specials to its menu and The Lobby Bar opened early for football fans to catch the games and served a Turkey Ballotine special with braised mustard greens, potato dauphinoise, traditional stuffing, cranberry compote, green bean almondine, roasted carrots, and gravy. Four Seasons Whispering Canyon Cafe at Wilderness Lodge usually serves a prix fixe holiday meal for lunch and dinner on Thanksgiving and several quick service locations at the various Disney World hotels usually offer something Thanksgiving-related. You’ll also often find turkey dishes at sit down restaurants, even though the menu changes aren’t also announced in advance. Whispering Canyon You can often find a Thanksgiving meal available at all of the following Resort Counter Service spots: Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge It’s a Thanksgiving FEAST! And there you have it! Are you visiting Disney World this Thanksgiving? Let us know what you’re most looking forward to doing on Turkey Day and continue to follow us right here at DFB for all the latest Disney World news, tips, reviews, and more! Where to Find a Thanksgiving Meal in Disney World in 2024 DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever visited Disney World for Thanksgiving? Share your experiences in the comments below!The post 🚨REMINDER: Disney Dining Reservations Open for Thanksgiving Tomorrow🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you were looking for your sign to go shopping, especially if you are a millennial, then this is it! Pumpkin szn! The Halloween season is upon us which means millennials will be watching their favorite Halloween films like ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas‘ and Halloweentown. With that in mind, we curated a list of spooky season souvenirs with millennials in mind! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Here are three Disney souvenirs that are perfect to ring in the spookiest season of the year! Light up your home with these ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas‘ Candles! Many millennials are fans of the 1993 film, ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas‘ and these candles are perfect to decorate your home with for spooky season! These candles represent all the holiday doors in the film and they come in a pack of six. ©BoxLunch Gifts Shop Here Get this adorable Winnie the Pooh Pumpkin Cookie Jar! Millennials grew up watching all the Winnie the Pooh movies and VHS, so in honor of that, we found this adorable Winnie the Pooh cookie jar that is perfect for Halloween! Getting this jar is the perfect excuse to bake Halloween cookies to keep your jar full! ©BoxLunch Gifts View Here Looking for a new Loungefly? Snag this ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas‘ Crossbody! While we do not want to rush the end of the Halloween season, technically this crossbody doubles as both a Halloween and Christmas bag since ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas‘ is both a Halloween and holiday film. This bag has Jack, Sally, and Zero all riding on a Christmas carousel. ©BoxLunch Gifts These souvenirs are must haves for any Disney loving millennial and are perfect for the Halloween and upcoming holiday season! Shop Our Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Storefront!The post Every Millennial Disney Fan Is Buying This New Souvenir first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is pretty magical, even during the day. Disney’s BoardWalk at night But when it’s dark, and all the lights are low, the resort REALLY comes alive. First, Spaceship Earth literally has dancing lights all over it — and it’s INCREDIBLE. Then there are the nighttime shows like Luminous “The Symphony of Us” in EPCOT, Happily Ever After in Magic Kingdom, and Fantasmic! and Wonderful World of Animation at Hollywood Studios. But did you ever think you’d want to see a RESTAURANT at night in Disney World? Well, you may want to when Disney’s newest restaurant opens up! So we’ve been following the progress of The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, which will be (we hope) opening soon on Disney’s BoardWalk. This restaurant has been under construction for A WHILE, and its opening has been delayed. Now that we know more about other locations of The Cake Bake Shop, we really really need to get in there ASAP (baked goods? pastries? an afternoon tea service? SIGN US UP!). The Cake Bake Shop construction Well, we recently visited the BoardWalk at night, and we got a first look at The Cake Bake Shop, all lit up at night. Let’s just say it looks like the sign was visited by Tinker Bell herself because it’s loaded with sparkles and pixie dust. It’s magical! All lit up Here’s a closer look at it all lit up. It’s BEAUTIFUL. So pretty This location has to be getting close to opening soon, right? We noticed back in May that the location had posted job openings, and that’s always a sign that a restaurant is closer to its opening day. However, we still don’t have an exact timeline of when to expect the restaurant to open. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for opening details, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Could This NEW Menu Fix One of Disney World’s Most DIVISIVE Restaurants? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of The Cake Bake Shop so far? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Disney World's NEW Restaurant Will Be Better at Night first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is Disney World’s newest attraction! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Those visiting the Magic Kingdom have now been able to go down the Bayou with Tiana and all her friends for three months. There are so many fun details hidden throughout the attraction, including the ride’s queue. There is something right outside the attraction that popped up during the construction of the ride and has just sat there. We have no idea why it was built, and now we feel like we need to decode it! When you are heading to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure from Adventureland (near where the parade starts in Frontierland), there is a booth behind a fence in the grassy area of the attraction. We noticed this booth before the ride was open and assumed that it would be important to the story or theming, but it has been three months, and it just sits there. One of our reporters went to get a closer look at the mystery booth. Booth outside of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure The front of this booth is retrofitted with perforated metal panels, like the ones used in the Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom stations. This metal has holes punctured in it to allow sound to come through speakers behind it. Not only does this metal help hide the technology, but it also protects it from the weather. There is also a chalkboard sign that reads “Back in 5 minutes.” Closer look at the booth We wonder if this was part of a ride concept that was built and then abandoned. Or Disney may still have something in store for us! Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom closed in 2021, but could this mean it is making its return? Or maybe a new interactive game will debut in Magic Kingdom? Or, it might just be a box for the screens that tell you wait times. Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Over in EPCOT, you can use the Play Disney Parks app to participate in Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure. This is an interactive game where you use your smartphone to play and follow along. Could this technology be used in a brand-new game in Magic Kingdom? ©Disney Currently, in Magic Kingdom, you can play A Pirate’s Adventure ~ Treasures of the Seven Seas. For this game, you head over to The Crow’s Nest in Adventureland to pick up a talisman that allows you to read a secret treasure map. When you complete each mission, you get a treasure finder card. After you collect all 5, you’ll get your hands on the sixth and final card—signed by Captain Jack Sparrow himself. Enlist in the Pirates Adventure The mystery booth is close to the border of Adventureland and Frontierland, so maybe it was going to be included in the game? We still don’t know, but we have our fingers crossed that this booth will eventually be part of something exciting! Keep following along with Disney Food Blog for more Disney news, updates, and tips! I LOVE This NEW Detail in Magic Kingdom and You Will Too! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you noticed this booth at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? What do you think it is for? Let us know in the comments! The post Uh Disney? Is This NEW Addition to Magic Kingdom Something We Need To Decode? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We always get excited when something new turns up in Disney World. Disney Springs Recently, in Disney Springs, we’ve seen new restaurants open up, as well as new stores (although some stores have closed). We recently learned that a new pop-up shop was coming soon, though, and let’s just say the HYPE behind the shop is real. Well, that store has appeared today, and we aren’t the only folks who want to get inside. Well, we decided to visit the Disney Springs pop-up Pleasing x Fantasia shop this morning, and when we got there, there were LOADS of people waiting to get inside. LOTS of people We were also met with a virtual queue. We signed up for the virtual queue, but we were told that the wait time was probably around five hours. FIVE HOURS — that’s the longest wait in Disney World today, we’d bet. Virtual Queue sign up So we haven’t quite been inside yet, but it was revealed that the shop would have 3D animation honoring the collection and Fantasia, one of Disney’s most iconic classic movies. The collection features three sequences from Fantasia and has original illustrations of characters from the movies. The pop-up shop will be available through October 27th. SO many people If you can’t make it to Disney Springs or the shop in Houston, though, you might still be able to “find a curated assortment at select Disney Stores around the world.” The collection will be available online on October 4th at both The Pleasing and The Disney Store websites. Stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: There’s a Reason We Keep Coming Back to This Disney Springs Restaurant Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be checking out the Pleasing x Fantasia shop in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post The Longest Line in Disney World Today Isn't Even In a Park! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As you make your way around the park at Disney’s Hollywood Studios you’ve probably noticed a gigantic dinosaur hanging around Echo Lake. Yeah, she’s kinda hard to miss (especially when she’s dressed in a festive ‘fit). But, what most folks don’t realize is Dinosaur Gertie is more than just a lovely photo op — she’s also a treasure trove of treats! Who’s ready for ice cream?! While visiting the park on a sunny day, we desperately needed an ice-cold treat and knew JUST where to turn to satisfy our craving! If you’ve not yet had the pleasure to make Gertie’s acquaintance in person, you’re in for quite a treat (pun intended)! She’s a pro when it comes to some fabulous selfies around Echo Lake but you’ll want to make sure to catch her good side, too, because there’s more than meets the eye to this gal (beyond towering literally stories above you)! Gertie! Yes, Gertie’s been a staple in the park for decades and even featured in one of last year’s holiday treats during Disney Jollywood Nights, but you won’t have to be so exclusive to pick up a cool treat from Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction any other day. On Gertie’s side you’ll find a walk up window where a Cast Member will serve you frozen treats and ice cream to your heart’s content. Just tell ’em Gertie sent you over! Atmosphere Oh, hey — you made it! How was that loop around the lake for ya? Pretty tiring we bet! Well, you’ve come to the right place. The beauty of this restaurant is that it’s more of a permanent snack kiosk than a true quick service restaurant. Here, you’re able to walk right up, place your order, and have it made and served to you right before your very eyes! Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction To the left side of the entrance you’ll find a small sign with the post hours for the day — you’ll want to pay close attention to these because this gal isn’t a fan of being open the full park day (a dinosaur needs her beauty rest, ya know?). Hours and small menu To the right of the stand, you’ll also find a small set up where you can grab utensils and napkins (trust us when we say you’re gonna wanna keep those handy for later)… Self-serve utensils … and just to the side of where you order (if you’re brave enough to venture over) you could learn a few things about Gertie’s history and how she came to claim Echo Lake as her home. Gertie history! Yes, there really isn’t much to this little spot beyond that but that’s the beauty of it all! As for seating, you really don’t need any here because everything has a great walkability score BUTTTT if you’re really needing to sit for a spell there are a few nearby juts of concrete near the greenery or its just a short walk over to the patio tables and chairs near the side of For The First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration and Mickey and Minnie Vacation Fun Animated Shorts. Menu Just like the restaurant atmosphere here, the menu is going to be fairly short and sweet! Here you’ll find a few ice cream treat options like soft-serve in a waffle cone and those beloved Mickey ice cream bars. Menu So while you might not have a ton of choices to choose from, you will get some variety in flavors of soft-serve ice cream which makes narrowing down your choices so much easier to be honest! Eats Alright, so now that we’ve got our choices laid out before us, we’d say it’s time to dig in! We started off with a waffle cone! Waffle Cone This treat is served with your choice of either vanilla, chocolate, or swirl soft-serve ice cream in a crisp waffle cone for $6.29. In terms of taste, you’re truly getting exactly what you’re bargaining for with this delicious treat. We chose to go with chocolate soft-serve for this visit! She’s a little melty The creamy soft-serve ice cream is the basic variety you’ll find throughout the Disney World parks. You’ll want to make sure you’re ready to eat it quickly because it doesn’t stand much of a chance before it’s completely melted in the Florida sun. The cone itself is thin and crisp with a light cinnamon aftertaste. It breaks off easily when you bite into it. Just the soft-serve ice cream The next treat we chose might be one of the most iconic Disney World treats of all time. The Nestlé Premium Mickey Ice-Cream Bar was next on our line up for $6.29 as well. Mickey Ice-Cream Bar This little pre-packaged treat is made of vanilla ice cream coated in a milk chocolate hard shell and served on a popsicle stick. Out of the wrapper While this truly is a memorable snack for its shape. and it would take a LOT for vanilla ice cream and milk chocolate not to be a iconic combination, that’s really all it has going for it. Don’t get us wrong, Mickey-shaped anything tastes amazing. You’ll play a game of roulette each time you pick one up (especially if you’re looking to snap some cute pics with it), because you can’t see if the chocolate is cracked in it before you’re ready to take pictures of it out of the wrapper. But its melting score holds up much better against the likes of the soft-serve in the waffle cone. So iconic This is the snack everyone wants to get while at Disney World, but most of the time ends up forgetting to grab one since you can find them all over Disney World’s parks, hotels, and Disney Springs, or passing on it due to the weather and humidity. However, if you do happen to remember, you’ll find yourself scrambling to eat quickly instead of savoring it as a real treat because it can get melty! Overall All in all, this is just a solid stop. It’s not one that we’re going to recommend you have to stop by every visit (especially since its hours can be pretty hit or miss), but it’s one that when it’s open its a sigh of relief for the reliable treat to cool off with! Stop by and say hi to Gertie! It’s a pretty convenient location that’s easy to spot, and Gertie the dinosaur is an icon herself. However, we do wish they had more remarkable treats to offer at this location — so if you’re really looking for something special, we recommend stopping by for limited-time treats and seasonal offerings near the holidays. Even if you find yourself nearby and the restaurant is closed, you can always take a selfie with a larger-than-life dino, and we think that’s quite the achievement in and of itself. Nosh or Not? Hop on by Gertie’s stomping grounds if… You’re aching for a classic treat! If the thought of a Mickey ice-cream bar makes you giddy with excitement, why not have the perfect backdrop for that inevitable pic you’re going to take of it!? Ice cream is the only thing that will curb your craving in the moment. This place is ALL about the ice cream. Soft-serve, bars, frozen treats — it’s all here! You’re looking to score some bragging rights. What better way to impress your friends and family than a picture with Gertie AND a snack break? We’ll wait while you mull that over for a bit. We think you should march to the beat of your own drum if… You’re not about a basic ice cream treat. We get it, not all ice cream is created equal. If you’re all about jazzing up your soft serve with toppings and sauces, who are we to talk you out of it? You just won’t find that sort of thing here. You’ve already met your trip quota of Mickey ice-cream bars. You just might split a seam if you try to pack in one more Mickey ice cream bar. And while the realization of that hurts, it’s probably not as bad as your stomach right now at the thought of adding one more to the tally. The menu here looks almost extinct to you. It’s like it’s in the name or something, huh? Yeah, there’s just not a whole lot going on here other than an old-reliable treat to grab and keep going. We’re constantly eating our way around Disney World (and updating our reviews while we’re at it)! Be sure you’re following along with us for all the latest news, updates, reviews, and more right here at DFB! REVIEW: We’re Spilling the Tea on the Best Kept Signature Dining Secret in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Hollywood Studios Restaurants The Best Animal Kingdom Restaurants The Best Disney Springs Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you make a stop to see Gertie at Echo Lake when you’re visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios? 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Here is a rundown of the ticket options available for military families planning a Disney Resort Vacation. Lightning Lane Single-Pass and Multi-Pass are Disney’s advance reservation system for attractions. Military families traveling to Walt Disney World and Disneyland have two military ticket options available to purchase for their vacations. Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets Regular Military Discounted […] The post Disney Military Ticket Options for Disney Lightning Lane appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Disney Cast Members do get certain perks as employees of Disney. Some of those perks include discounts on food and merchandise, as well as discounts on hotel stays. Cast Members can also get free theme park admission after two weeks of employment. Magic Kingdom Cast Members Disney Cast Members also get exclusive shopping opportunities, including a store called Cast Connections that’s exclusive to Disney employees where they can buy discounted merchandise. Well, ANOTHER shopping opportunity is coming up SOON for Cast Members, and let’s just say WE ARE SUPER JEALOUS. But, hey, we love Cast Members, and they make the magic, so they’ve earned it! Lug (yep, the company that makes those VIRAL Lug bags) is offering a special shopping event JUST for Cast Members. From October 3rd through 6th, Lug is having a Cast Member Appreciation Sale. And it’s going to be QUITE the sale, too: Cast Members will be able to get 50% to 70% off Lug-branded items. SAY WHAT? Yep, we’re still jelly. ©Lug The sale is happening at the Lug Orlando Warehouse, 971 N. Old Lake Wilson Road in Kissimmee, Florida. The event will feature specials and surprises, as well as food trucks (Um….WE WANT TO GOOOOOOO!). Parking is also convenient: you’ll find it at the rear of the warehouse. You’ll need to register for a shopping appointment here. Then just show up to the warehouse with a valid Disney Cast Member ID. You’re also allowed to bring one non-Disney Cast Member guest with you. Remy Lug Bag So if you want to score some great deals on Lug bags and you’re a Disney Cast Member, here’s your chance! We hope you score ALL THE BEST DEALS POSSIBLE, and yep, we’re still super jealous. Have fun! What Cast Members HATE About the Hidden Tunnels Under Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Cast Member who will be checking out this sale? Let us know in the comments! The post There’s An Exclusive Cast Member Only Event That We’re Dying to Be a Part Of first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for what to wear to your next trip to Disney World? Magic Kingdom It can be tough to plan all your cute outfits so we are here to make it easier for you! We gathered a list of 10 shirts that every Disney loving fan should add to their closet! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. These shirts are not only great to wear to the parks but they are also cute to wear at home to add a little bit of Disney magic to your every day life. Let’s get into it! EPCOT Snag this shirt based on a classic Disney World snack! We know a thing or two about dining at Disney World and one thing is for sure, we love DOLE Whip and this shirt shows it! This shirt comes in multiple fits and colors. All you need is Dole Whip! Shop Here This shirt is bad to the bow! Get this Disney Villains inspired shirt here! If you are looking for something to wear to Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or need a shirt to celebrate Halloween at home, this one is adorable! It features nine Disney Villains and each bow has details that represent a Villain! Bad to the Bow Get Yours Here Calling all Disney Princess fans, this shirt is for you! If you are a fan of the bow trend but want something a little less evil, we made this Bibbidi Bobbidi Bow shirt! Just like the shirt above, it features nine Disney Princess bows. Bibbidi Bobbidi Bow Shop Here We’ve been dying at how cute this Haunted Mansion Inspired Shirt is! This shirt came just in time for Halloween and is based off a classic Disney parks attraction, The Haunted Mansion! It features two iconic quotes from the attraction! We’ve Been Dying to Have You Snag it Here Arg! This shirt is fit for a pirate! Get yours here! This shirt is based off of another fan favorite attraction and movie, Pirates of the Caribbean. It features the iconic line “Dead Men Tell No Tales.” We can already smell the pirate water! ©Amazon Shop Here This shirt is perfect for Winnie the Pooh fans! If you love Winnie the Pooh and all the Hundred Acre Wood friends, then this shirt is for you! The shirt has Pooh Bear eating fresh honey straight from the Hundred Acre Woods. It comes in a variety of colors and fits. ©Amazon Get Yours Here This shirt is incredible — literally! Get yours below! If you are looking for a shirt to wear to Hollywood Studios or need an easy Halloween costume idea, then this shirt is an incredible choice! Just simply pair with a mask and you have a Halloween costume for both at home or for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary-Halloween Party! ©Amazon View Here Step into the Twilight Zone with this spooky shirt! This shirt is also great to wear for a day spent riding the Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes making it so the whole family can match! ©Amazon View Here Who knew Darth Vader is a pet owner? Get this Star Wars shirt here! This shirt is so funny and it has Darth Vader walking a small AT-AT on a leash. The shirt comes in different colors and is funny to wear to meet characters around Batuu in Galaxy’s Edge. ©Amazon Shop Here Shop this Minnie Mouse and Daisy shirt here! This shirt is great for duos! It has both Minnie and Daisy looking so cute in their heart shaped sunglasses as they enjoy their treats as besties do! ©Amazon Snag Yours Here And there you have it! 10 Disney shirts that are an awesome addition to any Disney fan’s wardrobe! Shop Our Amazon Storefront! The post 10 Must-Have Tees For Every Disney Fan first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you subscribe to Disney+, you might know that you’ll occasionally get some nice freebies, perks, and even discounts. Anxiety and Joy We’ve even seen Disney drop special merchandise JUST for Disney+ subscribers! Well, now, there’s a new exclusive collection available for Disney+ subscribers and it’s all about Inside Out 2, which just premiered recently on the streaming subscription service. So if you want to get in touch with your emotions (see what we did there) and put a little more Joy into your life, here’s your chance. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. So if you have a Disney+ account, you’ll want to head on over to The Disney Store to grab these exclusive goodies ASAP! You have until October 2nd to make your exclusive purchases! Note: this is an early access sale for Disney+ subscribers, so these items might be available after that, but there’s no guarantee! Get the Sadness Baseball Cap ©Disney If you want to have a little cloud of sadness hanging over your head all day every day, this baseball cap is the perfect accessory! This all-cotton baseball cap has an embroidered applique cloud version of sadness. Buy at The Disney Store Buy The Anxiety Sweatshirt ©Disney Show your anxiety to the world by quite literally wearing ANXIETY on a sweatshirt. This vintage look sweatshirt has Anxiety on it with “Est. 2024.” and we’re obsessed! Buy at The Disney Store Get the Disgust Canvas Tote ©Disney Take that same design, swap the character and the year, and you have this tote bag! This sassy icon stars on a tote bag that can hold all of your belongings. Of course, this one says “Est. 2015” since she’s an OG Inside Out character! Buy at The Disney Store Snag the Anger Tumbler now ©Disney Finally, we had to share this tumbler with you — especially those of you who want to let your angry side out! This stainless steel tumbler holds about 24 ounces of your favorite beverage. We love the design on this one and the different shades of red and pink! Buy at The Disney Store After October 2nd, the collection will open to everyone, so Disney+ subscribers, now’s your chance! Stay tuned to DFB for more merch updates. Shop the best Disney deals on Amazon right here!The post Do You Qualify For This EXCLUSIVE Disney Souvenir Collection? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

From the massive D23 Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, California, we learned that a new Coco attraction is coming to the Disneyland Resort. Together Forever at Pixar Fest ©Disney The attraction will be a boat ride in Disney California Adventure that, unsurprisingly given the plot of the film, will see music play a large role. Josh D’Amaro went on to say, “Walt Disney Imagineering will draw inspiration for the attraction from beloved classics, like Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean. We’re bringing our skeletal cast of characters to life in a big way through the latest Audio-Animatronics technology. These figures will appear in ways you’ll have to see to believe.” We’re excited to learn about this first ever attraction inspired by Coco! You’ll be joining Miguel on a special journey, seeing characters and hearing unforgettable songs from Coco on a trip to the Land of the Dead. Coming to Disney California Adventure, the first ever attraction inspired by Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco” lets guests join Miguel on a trip to the Land of the Dead. (Disney) Disneyland’s new Coco attraction is set to break ground in 2026, so we will keep our readers informed when an opening date is announced. As of now, there no timeline for opening has been given but we are SO eager to learn more about this stunning and exciting attraction! Click HERE to learn more about Disney California Adventure! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you plan a trip to see the new Coco Attraction? Let us know in the comments below. The post When Is the Coco Ride Opening in Disney California Adventure? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Start microwaving those Chimichangas! ©Disney Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine is 2024’s second-most successful film, as the expletive-laden love letter to Marvel’s 20th Century Fox films has grossed over $1,000,000,000 and sits just behind Inside Out 2 in worldwide gross. However, if you didn’t see it in theaters, we know when the hit threequel will be available to watch at home! The film, a sequel to the first two Deadpool films as well Fox’s X-Men series, stars returning favorites Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, reprising their roles as the respective title characters, as Deadpool teams with Wolverine to save his universe from extinction at the hands of the Time Variance Authority, while at the same time trying to make his way into the “sacred timeline” AKA the Marvel Cinematic Universe. ©Marvel Deadpool & Wolverine, the highest-grossing live-action film of the year, is scuttled to be released digitally on October 1st, followed by a physical release on October 22nd. Stay tuned to DFB for further coverage of Disney’s entertainment releases. Two NEW Restaurants and DEADPOOL Announced for Disney’s NEWEST Cruise Ship; the Disney Adventure Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited to be able to watch Deadpool & Wolverine at home? Let us know in the comments below. The post ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Will Be Released on Streaming SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

During this year’s D23: The Ultimate Fan Event, Disney announced HUGE plans for MANY of its parks. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Paris That included big plans for Disneyland Paris, where Walt Disney Studios Park is about to be reimagined as Disney Adventure World. Those plans also include a land entirely dedicated to The Lion King. However, those aren’t the only changes we’re going to see in Disneyland Paris. Disney just revealed NEW plans for a brand new restaurant, too! Disneyland Paris just announced that it’s partnering with Bertrand Hospitality to bring a brand new exclusively themed Italian restaurant to Disney Village. The restaurant will be called Cafe Giulia, which seems to suggest that it’s named after Giulia from the HIGHLY underrated Pixar film Luca — and we are here for ALL the Luca love! This new venture will “help to diversify the range of dining options available at Disney Village” which is currently in the process of getting a huge update. ©Disneyland Paris Casa Giulia will sit at the entrance to Disney Village “at the crossroads of the main promenades and directly accessible from the esplanade linking the Disney parks to the bus and train stations.” It will also have great views, especially from the terraces on its first floor. It will have two floors with seating for 500 people. Disney Village ©Disneyland Paris Okay, but let’s talk about what’s REALLY important — the food! The restaurant will be a family-style table service restaurant with a menu featuring classic Italian food “revisited with a gourmet twist to suit all tastes.” The menu will use seasonal ingredients. It will also have a bar with a variety of Italian drinks. However, it will even have a counter service and takeaway area with a selection of Italian street food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. YUM. Casa Giulia is set to open in 2026. Stay tuned to DFB for more! SPOTTED: Two Major Celebrities Just Visited Disneyland Paris! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this news? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Reveals New Italian Restaurant, Casa Giulia first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know we’re always going to tell you when we find something cool online. It’s what friends do! Target That’s why we’re constantly telling you about the latest and greatest deals and discounts on Disney merchandise and other finds that you may need. Now we just spotted one of the most popular toys EVER is back online ahead of the holiday season. Consider this an official PSA! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Target Toy Checklane online now! ©Target Over at Target online, you’ll find the ultimate toy for kiddos — check out the Target Toy Checklane! This thing is packed with fun including a hand-cranked conveyor belt, beeping scanner, bagging area, credit card swipe machine, and working cash register with microphone, cash drawer, and working buttons with beeping sounds. What’s not to love? ©Target Our favorite part might be the tiny Target items included in the set. Yes, it comes with mini Target brand ice cream cones and fruit strips! It wouldn’t be complete without the Target RedCard and shopping bag, of course. ©Target So if you’re looking for a toy to keep your kiddos busy for hours, here it is! The holidays are coming up soon after all…so it might be time to start shopping! This is suggested for ages three and up and stands at 52 inches tall. You can order it online now! Shop this item online here! Keep following DFB for more updates on the newest Disney merch! Check out our DFB Amazon storefront to see some of our favorite Disney essentials!The post The New Target Souvenir EVERYONE Is Buying This Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hollywood Studios isn’t known for having the best food. Galaxy’s Edge In fact, some people would say it has the worst food out of all the Disney World parks, and we see why! It doesn’t have a lot of options that really blow you away, and some of the quick service options have a bit of a reputation of being unreliable. However, there ARE hidden gems in this park, and one of them is located right in Galaxy’s Edge, but we bet a lot of you walk right by it! Docking Bay 7 is located in Galaxy’s Edge, but it’s a little tucked away. If you don’t know to look for it and don’t check on the My Disney Experience App, you could walk right by it. It blends seamlessly in with the rest of the land, both on the outside and inside. True to its name, there’s a delivery shuttle parked right on top of it! Docking Bay 7 Atmosphere Inside you’ll find a decent amount of seating, which is fantastic for such a busy land. The inside is themed to be a cargo hold, where Proprietor Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs runs the kitchen, having honed his skills in the kitchen of Maz Kanata. Docking Bay 7 Dining room You certainly won’t be taken out of the story Disney is creating in this restaurant, especially when it comes to the food! What we really love about this spot is that it’s far from your traditional chicken fingers and fries, or regular burgers. This spot serves up items like regional delicacies like Fried Endorian Chicken Tip Yip and Smoked Kaadu Ribs! The theming here is great! Eats On our latest visit, we decided to grab the Endorian Fried Chicken Tip Yip for $16.29 which is is Crispy Chicken served with Macaroni & Cheese and Roasted Harvest Vegetables, as well as the Pirjanad Hot Chicken Tip Yip also for $16.29, which is Crispy Chicken glazed in a Spicy Chipotle Sauce and served with White Rice and a Relish of Sweet Corn, Shishito Peppers, Jicama, Plantains, and Cilantro. Let’s eat! The Endorian Fried Chicken Tip Yip is going to be one of the safer options at this location for picky eaters. The mac and cheese was good, cheesy and creamy, but certainly not the best you’ll have in Disney World. The Chicken Tip Yip is sometimes a little dry, but when we got it, it was so delicious and crispy! We did wish the roasted vegetables were a little crispier, but overall, we really enjoyed this dish and think it would be a great slightly elevated option for picky eaters. Endorian Fried Chicken Tip Yip As for the Pirjanad Hot Chicken Tip Yip, it’s one of our reporter’s go-to meals at Docking Bay 7 because it genuinely have a decent amount of spice (not “Disney spice,” actual spice)! The chicken is spiced very well and has a delicious crisp to it, the relish cools it down just a bit, and the white rice is a great palate cleanser. We love how well portioned everything is too — if you’re not opposed to spice, you’re definitely in for a delicious and filling option! Pirjanad Hot Chicken Tip Yip Overall Overall, this may not be a great restaurant for picky eaters who don’t want their food to look different (if you say the Tip Yip is fried chicken to a child, they may look at you very strangely), but for those who are a tad more adventurous, and those who definitely want something unique, this is a great stop! While the pricing is a little higher compared to some other quick service restaurants, the majority of these meals are also very filling, so you’re getting your money’s worth. More Recent Reviews! REVIEW: A Lot of People Skip This Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Spot — Here’s Why You SHOULDN’T!There’s a One-Word Reason We Keep Coming Back to This Disney World Restaurant: NACHOSREVIEW: Hang On. Did We Just Use the Word “Flawless” To Describe This Disney Restaurant?REVIEW: Forget The Drinks During Happy Hour At Disney World, THIS Is What You’re Really CravingREVIEW: EPCOT’s Newest Customizable Treat Is Under $7! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World dining reviews! REVIEW: We’re Spilling the Tea on the Best Kept Signature Dining Secret in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Hollywood Studios Restaurants The Best Animal Kingdom Restaurants The Best Disney Springs Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite thing to get at Docking Bay 7? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: A Lot of People Skip This Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Spot -- Here's Why You SHOULDN'T! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a great time to be a Moana fan! ©Disney With the live-action version of the movie in production and Moana 2 just months away from premiering in theatres, we are HYPED. And it seems like Disney is well aware of our anticipation because they just released a sneak peek of a new song featured in the sequel! The song was first teased back at D23 with a stunning live performance by Auli’i Cravalho (voice of Moana), featuring drummers and dancers dressed in beautiful costumes inspired by the film, and also welcoming to the stage Dwayne Johnson (voice of Maui). A new official trailer was also released at the time and showcased to all 15,000 fans inside of the Honda Center. ©Disney If you’re just as excited as we are and can’t wait for the movie’s premiere, there are a couple of ways to get your Moana fix till then. Disney+ has Moana available to stream and, if you’re headed to EPCOT anytime soon, you can explore Journey of Water and interact with water in a whole new way. And, if you want to meet the star of the film, Moana also meets at World Nature, near the entrance of this attraction from time to time, as well as at Character Landing over at Animal Kingdom. Moana 2 releases to theatres on November 27th. Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest updates surrounding this highly anticipated film! Disney Just Dropped HUGE News About a NEW ‘Moana’ Show Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts on the new song from Moana 2? We’d love to read about it in the comments! The post Disney Reveals NEW Song From 'Moana 2' and Fans Are Freaking Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Is it about time to do some more Disney shopping? Merchandise Cast Member! Trick question! It’s ALWAYS time to do more Disney shopping. That’s because you can always find the BEST Disney souvenirs and essentials online, and sometimes, those things are even on sale. Well, guess what? We’ve perused Amazon for some Disney souvenirs that are on sale right now (we’re talking up to 47% OFF!) that you’ll want to grab quickly before the sale ends. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you don’t have Amazon Prime and want to score free shipping, you can sign up for a free trial by clicking on the banner below. Get the Mickey Mouse Seasonal Welcome Signs ©Amazon Nothing says “welcome” like Mickey Mouse and now you can get an entire ARRAY of welcome signs for every season imaginable ON SALE NOW. You can change them out for each holiday, occasion, and more. Yes, we have these! Welcome to Our Home Sign These are so fun and inexpensive, especially when they’re marked down. Buy at Amazon Buy the Mickey Mouse Mat ©Amazon Welcome folks into your house with this adorable Mickey mat that could also be a fun bathroom rug or kitchen rug. The mat is 30″ long and is a perfect way to add even more Disney fun to your home decor. It’s also nice and plush, so it’s comfy to stand on. Buy at Amazon Get the JoyJolt Glass Mugs JoyJolt Espresso Cups We can’t stop raving about these glass mugs, and you know we’re going to let you know when they’re on sale — AND THEY’RE ON SALE NOW! These mugs are double-insulated so your hot drinks stay warm longer, plus when you look at them, your liquid makes a Mickey shape! Buy at Amazon Buy the Haunted Mansion Welcome Foolish Mortals Wall Art ©Disney Bring 999 Happy Haunts into your home with this wall art that welcomes foolish mortals into your home. It features the Disneyland Haunted Mansion front and center, along with some fun art representing different elements of the Haunted Mansion, like Madame Leota, lanterns, bats, and more. Buy at Amazon Get the Magic Kingdom Shirt ©Amazon If you want to represent the Magic Kingdom ANYWHERE, you need this fun button-up shirt which features all your favorite things about the park, including Dole Whip, the castle, teacups, Minnie’s bow, and more. This is also a fun shirt to wear TO the Magic Kingdom. Buy at Amazon Buy the Holiday Door Mats ©Amazon The holidays will be here before you know it, and you need a festive doormat to greet guests, right? Well, you can now get TWO door mats on sale that feature Mickey Mouse wishing everyone a Happy Holiday season. How fun is that? Buy at Amazon So head on over to Amazon and grab these fun Disney souvenirs while they’re on sale! If you’re looking for more Disney souvenirs and essentials, be sure to visit our Amazon Store. Looking for more Disney finds? Visit our Amazon StoreThe post Disney Adults Are Running to Amazon for These 40% Off Souvenirs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As if… ©Gap Disney has teamed with one of the country’s best-known retailers, the iconic 1990s store The Gap, for a brand new collection! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Peep the Full Collection Here! ©Gap The Gap/Disney collaboration features iconic looks from the retailer – – including denim, and even a take on the Gap’s iconic hat design – – all with Disney touches. VIEW ONLINE Let’s Start with a Classic Denim Mickey Shirt ©Gap This medium-wash denim button-down western shirt features a straight & easy fit, complete with Mickey stitched onto one pocket, and the iconic mouse himself on the other. VIEW ONLINE If Denim Isn’t Your Style, There’s this Mickey Sweater ©Gap This soft cotton oversized sweater features Mickey’s all over its loose, soft oversized fit. VIEW ONLINE Keep The Kids Warm with this Mickey/GAP Sweatshirt ©Gap Available in several colors, this sweatshirt features soft cotton-blend construction, a hooded neckline, long sleeves with drop shoulders and banded cuffs, and a Kanga pocket. VIEW ONLINE Pair Any of These Mickey Clothes with A Varsity Mickey Mouse Tote ©Gap This tote bag features a smooth cotton finish, shoulder strap, and all-over assorted varsity-style patchwork details. VIEW ONLINE Finally, There’s the Donald Pocket Tee ©Gap If you want to skip out on anything involving the “Big Cheese”, instead you can grab this crewneck pocket tee featuring Donald Duck in all his glory. VIEW ONLINE Looking to spruce up your wardrobe with some 90s-influenced Gap/Disney clothes? Head over to the Gap ASAP. Stay tuned to DFB for more! Looking for Some Disney Essentials on Amazon’s Big Deal Day? Check Out Our EXCLUSIVE Storefront HERE!The post Our Jaws Dropped When We Saw the New Disney x Gap Collection first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you spend as much time in Disney World as we do, it’s important that you invest in the right shoes for the theme parks! You need the right shoes for Disney World The members of our team tend to be pretty particular about which shoes we wear, considering we’re often walking thousands of steps per day. And if you’re shopping for your next set of vacation kicks, you’ve got to check out the shoe sale at Target! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Women’s Persephone Sneakers ©Target First up, we’ve got the Women’s Persephone Sneakers with memory foam insole. These close-toed shoes would be great for a long day of walking, and you can snag them in three different colors and a variety of women’s sizes. The woven detail on the outside adds a little bit of style, but you’ll probably want to avoid wearing them on days with heavy rain. GET THE SHOES ONLINE HERE! Alpine Swiss Holly Women’s Flip Flops ©Target If you’re more of a sandal wearer, then we’ve got these Alpine Swiss Holly Women’s Flip Flops to show you! The insoles are made of EVA foam to be gentle on your feet when walking a lot, which could come in handy on those long days in Disney World. CLICK HERE TO SNAG THE FLIP FLOPS ON SALE! Reebok Active Lite Women’s Shoes ©Target If you’re a Reebok fan, these Active Lite Women’s Shoes are now on sale! You can save nearly 40% and get them in two different color options online. They’re made of lightweight textiles, so hopefully they won’t be too hot in that Florida summer sun. A great choice for a theme park shoe! CLICK HERE TO SAVE ON THE REEBOKS! Mizuno Women’s Wave Rebellion Pro Running Shoe ©Target And sometimes you need a shoe that can double for the theme parks and those workouts at home — that’s the Wave Rebellion Pro Running Shoe! This one would be a great option for all you runDisney fans out there. Currently it’s available for 30% off. SHOP THE DISCOUNTED SHOES ONLINE HERE! That’s a wrap on our list of on-sale shoes, but make sure to check out Target’s website for more shoe deals! In the meantime, we’ve got you covered with all the big online sales. Click Here to Shop Disney Merchandise on Amazon!The post We Just Found Your Next Shoes for Disney World…and They’re ON SALE at Target! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article