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Get ready because something BIG is on the horizon at Disney World! ©Disney We’ve been tracking the progress of the latest expansion to Disney World hotel offerings and the Disney Vacation Club community for months. Our excitement grew even more when Disney gave us a sneak peek at what these rooms will look like inside and they’ve already announced when this new addition will officially open! However, one big question we were left with was WHEN current and potential DVC members would be able to purchase and book this new tower addition and it seems as if finally have some answers! The Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Villas and Bungalows will be the latest in Disney World to join the DVC line of hotels. Ever since the first concepts of the plans for this new tower addition were rolled out, we’ve been excitedly tracking its construction progress looking for any details we could find! Now that the construction is beginning to wind down, Disney’s released more information on burning questions we still had left unanswered about when we will be able to visit this new hotel expansion. Artist Rendering — Wailulu Bar & Grill © Disney The new tower will sit adjacent to the current buildings for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, however, it will certainly be the tallest addition for the hotel to date. Its rooms will be filled with hidden details (and Mickeys), beautiful flowing decor, and calming neutral and blue hues inspired by the South Pacific Islands! If you’re looking to claim this as your next vacation home when visiting Disney World, the first day of the tower’s opening will be December 17th, 2024. Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort construction Although Disney already gave us a peek into what we can expect to see inside each of the rooms, we had yet to learn when current and potential DVC members will be able to purchase contracts for the new tower and use their vacation points to book their first stay here — until now. ©Disney Disney has just announced the timeline of when these purchases and bookings will begin — let’s break it down together! Sales for contracts to current Disney Vacation Club members will begin starting October 1st. Starting October 15th, Disney Vacation Club current owners with existing and active contracts at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Villas and Bungalows AND those who have added-on a contract for this hotel will be able to use their DVC points to book. October 29th is when the public will be able to book these new rooms. New DVC members at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resorts Villas & Bungalows will be able to book with their points starting November 5th, followed by all current DVC members open to booking with their DVC points as of November 19th. ©Disney Disney has released the points chart for the Island Tower as well, which you can check out below! ©Disney We’re really excited to book our first stay here and take a look at all this new addition has to offer to the Seven Seas Lagoon hotels, and check out the Happily Ever After fireworks from its surely stunning views! Be sure to stay tuned with us at DFB as we bring you along for its opening day and for all the latest Disney World news and more. The Best Disney World Hotels for 2025 Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels The “I’m So Tired; Just Tell Me What To Do” Guide To Choosing the Perfect Disney World Hotel 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What's New at the Disney World Hotels All About Disney World's Resort Hotel Refillable Mugs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney World hotel is your favorite home away from home? Leave your ranking in the comments below for us to check out! The post DATES ANNOUNCED for DVC Bookings at Disney's NEW Polynesian Village Resort Island Tower first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Before you click “buy buy BUY” for your Disney World vacation, protect your wallet and WATCH THIS VIDEO. We love meeting characters in the parks! Because we might be able to save you from spending money on something you don’t actually need. Check out our video below: Ranking Disney World Upgrades From BEST to DO NOT BUY Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! 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’s your best Disney World upgrade? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: Ranking Disney World Upgrades From BEST to DO NOT BUY first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you been keeping up with all the announcements of things to come to Disney World in the near future?? Magic Kingdom If you have, you’ve probably probably heard the massive transformation they’re planning for Magic Kingdom. In typical Disney fashion, they’re planning big with new lands, new attractions, and fresh experiences for the next generation of Disney fans. On the face of it, all of these things sound amazing, right? Well, not everyone thinks so. Let’s talk about it! As we were saying, there’s a TON that’ll be coming to Magic Kingdom like a new nighttime parade and two whole new lands — a Cars Land and a Villains Land!! Villains Land Concept Art ©Disney Now, while we can’t wait to tromp about these new spaces and enjoy all they have to offer, these announcements have definitely sparked some serious debates among Disney lovers. ©Disney On one side, we’ve got the group of fans who are pumped for the changes, and they’re hyping themselves up for the new rides and lands. But on the flip side, some longtime Disney fans are absolutely heartbroken about what they’ll have to give up — specifically, Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America. Concept Art It’s nostalgia vs. new standoff, and it’s absolutely got the fandom split. The Excitement for the New Let’s start with the folks who are ready and raring to embrace the future. For them, Disney has a solid track record for creating immersive new lands that make guests feel like they’ve stepped straight into the movies they love. They’re referencing the mind-blowing detail of Galaxy’s Edge and the enchantment of Pandora — The World of Avatar. You can see why they’re imagining a Cars Land where you can race with your favorite Cars characters, and a Villains Land where you finally get to meet the baddies in a dark and thrilling atmosphere. Coming Coming to Frontierland at Magic Kingdom, a new area themed to Pixar Animation Studios’ “Cars” will leave Radiator Springs and head to the wilderness with two new attractions including an off-road race. These are the people who can’t wait and are speculating how Disney will use next-level technology to create new jaw-dropping attractions for these lands. So, all in all, for them, these announcements have been a dream come true. At the same time, however, they may have some fond memories of Tom Sawyer Island, but they’re all about trading that nostalgia for something brand new straight from the minds of Imagineers. The Nostalgia for the Old As we said, there’s another side to this — all the fans who are devastated about what Disney is choosing to leave behind. For many of them, Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America are irreplaceable pieces of Disney history. These aren’t just attractions, they’re memories. The slower pace of these areas offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the park, and to some, losing them feels like a betrayal of Disney’s roots. Map of where the new Cars area will be These fans feel like Disney could have easily built the new attractions somewhere else — maybe in another part of the park or, better yet, in a fifth park altogether. They feel that there’s plenty of space around Disney World, so why get rid of beloved classics? For them, the idea of losing these slower, more peaceful areas in favor of another high-energy land feels like the park is losing some of its unique charm. A Divided Fandom Like we said, if nothing else, these announcements has definitely left the Disney fan community divided. While some are eagerly counting down the days to run around the new Cars and Villains Lands, we’ve got others who are mourning the loss of some simpler and more nostalgic parts of the park. Ultimately it’s the battle of out with the old, and in with the new. Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom ©Disney What are your thoughts on the matter? Are you ready for the new lands, or are you holding onto the magic of the older ones? Sound off in the comments below! And keep following us here at Disney Food Blog, where we will continue to monitor any news about the construction that will happen in Magic Kingdom. Cars Land Will Bring A New Shortcut To Magic Kingdom…And We LOVE 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 What are your thoughts on everything coming to Magic Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment! The post This Controversial Disney World Announcement is Dividing Fans first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re ready to get into the swing of the holiday season at Disney World you’re one step closer today! Crowd Outside We’ve got so much to look forward to in just a few short weeks when the holiday festivities kick off at Disney World! So, now that we’ve had a chance to scope out the upcoming merch and purchased our holiday party tickets, there’s one more thing we’re now able to book that’s exclusive to Disney World’s newest holiday event. We’re already excitedly counting down to the days until the holidays take over Disney World in all of the parks. It’s mesmerizing to see the decor, wreaths, and cute puppet animals, and even take advantage of a few special events curated to get us into the holiday spirit! Sunset Blvd during the holidays Disney Jollywood Nights will mark its newest season in Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall, filling our night with exciting live entertainment, exclusive party eats and treats, rare character meet and greets, rides, attractions with limited crowds, and so much more. While tickets have been on sale for Disney Jollywood Nights for a while already, there’s another important aspect to the part that you can start taking advantage of TODAY! Jollywood Nights Jazzy Holidays is now accepting reservations for its swinging party inside The Hollywood Brown Derby happening during the party. This special reservation allows visitors to step back in time to a glamorous yet roaring jazz party held inside the swanky restaurant which will offer its own party-exclusive meal options and a live band! Jazzy Holidays If you’re looking to book this experience, you’ll need to act quickly because reservations can fill up! You’ll need to visit the My Disney Experience website or app to book the reservation for Jazzy Holidays and don’t forget to include each member who plans to join you! Pork Belly Bao We’ll be LIVE out for the very first night of Disney Jollywood Nights to see what changed, what’s new, and what’s still kickin’ from its debut year last holiday season. Be sure you’re following along with us at DFB to stay updated on it all! We’re Calling It Now — This New Disney Christmas Collection Is Going to Be POPULAR 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! Will you be snagging a reservation for Jazzy Holidays during Disney Jollywood Nights? Leave your opinions on it in the comments below! The post HURRY! Reservations Are OPEN for an Exclusive Disney World Event first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome to The Disney Vacationeer – your ultimate source for all things Disney Vacation Club! Dive into exclusive sneak peeks of our latest properties and discover the magic of Disney Vacation Club membership like never before. Disney Vacation Club Sales to Begin Soon for Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows  Make way and get ready to mark your calendars! Disney Vacation Club will begin offering a new opportunity to call Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows home as the beloved resort expands with the new Island Tower addition, opening on December 17. Located on the picturesque shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World Resort, the beautiful expansion will embrace the resort’s theming and immerse guests in the adventurous spirit of the South Pacific islands. Sales will open to current members on October 1 and the public on October 29.   For more details, visit DisneyVacationClub.com. The post Disney Vacation Club: Inside the Magic of Membership appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

We’re suckers for new Disney LEGO sets over here — it doesn’t matter how old we get or how many we already have at home, we always want more! LEGO Store in Disney Springs Sometimes Disney and LEGO give us a little sneak peek at some LEGO sets that are on the way but aren’t available quite yet, so we have to pre-order them and then be patient for them to arrive. If you’ve been eying an empty spot on your shelf and need a new set, you won’t want to miss this new Disney set releasing in October! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Bring The Magic of Disney Into Your Home! ©LEGO LEGO has just unveiled the new Magic of Disney LEGO Set releasing on October 1st, 2024! It’s available for pre-order right now, but this set, recommended for ages 18+, is certainly a collector’s item if we’ve ever seen one. ©LEGO It has 1,103 pieces and features Sorcerer Mickey from Fantasia front and center, but he’s surrounded by scenes from popular Disney films throughout the decades — The Lion King, Pinocchio, Lilo & Stitch, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, and Encanto. ©LEGO It also comes with Minifigures of Gepetto, Simba, Lilo, Sebastian, Bruno, Belle, Flounder, and 3 Broomsticks! It’s a wonderful way to celebrate Disney magic as a whole and remember where it all started, and what the future will hopefully look like too. Pre-order it online here! We’re always keeping you updated with the latest and greatest Disney merchandise news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our favorite Disney merchandise!The post Disney Reveals a NEW LEGO Set Releasing Online Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are headed to Disney Springs to try out some NEW snacks for Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month! ©Disney This year there are OVER 30 new snacks coming to the Disney Parks. We think these were incredible and a great value for the price. You get lots of DELICIOUS food! The Tostones Nachos have a great amount of Indian spice to them, but they also have lots of Latin flair in them. eet by Maneet Chauhan Now, let’s head over to The Polite Pig to try out their Blueberry Margarita Churros. You can get these churros for $7 and they are cream cheese-filled churros dusted with cinnamon and sugar, drizzled with a blueberry margarita syrup. Blueberry Margarita Churros These are some of the crunchiest churros we have probably ever had. They are very well baked! Soft on the inside, yet super crunchy on the outside. We were so impressed with the texture. However, we were disappointed in the flavors of the churro itself. Blueberry Margarita Churros The churros are cream filled on the inside, but we didn’t get much beyond a slight cream cheese flavor. The blueberry margarita flavor is mostly in the blueberries that are scattered around the churros. The blueberries taste like they have been soaking in the margarita syrup and almost all the flavor comes from them. They are a little tart and have wonderful flavor. To really enjoy the flavor of this dish, make sure you are eating the blueberries and the churro all in one bite! Blueberry Margarita Churros Finally, we are headed to the Cilantro Food Truck to try the Mexican Street Corn. The Mexican Street Corn is elote on the cob, lime, mayo, cotija cheese, chile-lime seasoning, and cilantro and you can get it for $7. Mexican Street Corn We saved one of the best for last (although we are also still thinking about those Tostones Nachos from eet by Maneet Chauhan). This Mexican Street Corn was amazing. You can taste the lime, the Tajin, and the cotija cheese. All on top of the creamy mayonnaise. It was delicious and some of the best Mexican Street Corn we have had in Orlando. Mexican Street Corn It wasn’t super runny or buttery to where everything ran off. All the ingredients stayed on the corn, and it was completely coated. We can’t give enough compliments to how well coated this Mexican Street Corn was. This snack hit it out of the park, and we would definitely come back for another one. While it is a bit pricey at $7, it was REALLY tasty! Mexican Street Corn We had a successful day trying some new snacks at Disney Springs! The Tostones Nachos from eet by Maneet Chauhan and the Mexican Street Corn from the Cilantro Food Truck definitely topped our list. Stay tuned to DFB for even more Disney food reviews! We have eaten EVERYWHERE, and we aren’t stopping there. We are constantly reviewing new food and revisiting locations. Check out ALL the snacks coming to the Disney Parks for Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month! 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 treats do you want to try for Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Tried 6 NEW Disney World Snacks and We're Revealing the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning a Disney World trip for 2025? Well, you don’t have much longer to plan because 2025 will be here before you know it. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Maybe you’ve worked out your budget and thought about how long you want to stay at Disney World. But have you put a lot of thought into where you’ll stay? Picking out the right hotel for you and your group could be the most important decision you make. If you plan on staying on Disney World property, though, some hotels are clear winners over others for 2025, and we’re going to tell you why. Before we get to our list of the best hotels for 2025, we’ll tell you how we came up with these choices. First, we looked at hotels that will have construction happening in or around them in 2025 so we could delete them from the list. Then, we looked at our readers’ most popular personal preferences, including some fan-favorite Disney World hotels, as well as anything NEW coming to Disney World hotels in 2025. So, let’s get on with it, shall we? Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort We’re starting with a deluxe hotel because you might want to stay at a deluxe resort that’s just a quick Monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. Our pick is the Polynesian because the theming is ON POINT, and the new Disney Vacation Club villas will be opening at the end of 2024, so you can book them for 2025. The Island Tower at the Polynesian will offer rooms with plenty of space if you have a larger group. Island Tower Not only can you book duo studios, but you’ll also be able to book one- and two-bedroom villas that will feature a full kitchen, outdoor patio, and even your own washer and dryer. The new tower will also have two-bedroom penthouse villas with views of Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom. SEE INSIDE the NEW Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Tower in Disney World Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa If money is no object, then we say book the YOLO hotel, the Grand Floridian, one of the most expensive hotels on Disney World property. This hotel is LUSH and even has its own spa if you want to treat yourself even better during your Disney World vacation. It’s also on the Monorail and features Mary Poppins-themed rooms—what’s not to love? Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Also, 1900 Park Fare just recently reopened, so if you want an elevated character dining experience (and strawberry soup), you’ll have it right there. There’s also some excellent fine dining here, including Narcoossee’s and the Michelin-starred Victoria & Albert’s. FULL REVIEW: The Changes at 1900 Park Fare Are DIVISIVE, but This Updated Disney World Restaurant Won Us Over! The Cabins at Fort Wilderness Disney’s The Cabins at Fort Wilderness have officially opened, and they’re perfect for a 2025 stay if you have a group you’re bringing along with you. Each cabin can sleep up to six adults and include one bedroom, one bathroom, a living room, a full kitchen, and a private patio. NEW Fort Wilderness Cabins! Even better? If you’re bringing a furry companion with you, some cabins are even dog-friendly. The cabins also feature a lot of fun rustic detailing that makes you feel like you’re camping but with a roof over your head. FULL TOUR: We Got an Exclusive Look at the NEW Fort Wilderness Cabins in Disney World! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin The Swan and Dolphin is pretty much our fave hotel NOT owned by Disney on Disney World property. First, you get the same perks (Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours) that you would get at a Disney-owned deluxe hotel at prices that are generally lower than what you would pay at a Disney World deluxe hotel. Oh, and it’s also a Marriott property, meaning you can earn Marriott Bonvoy rewards points, as well as use them on stays (which could lower your cost even more). Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin The location of this hotel is also one of the best in Disney World. It’s in the EPCOT area, meaning you can walk to all the other hotels in the EPCOT area, as well as EPCOT and the EPCOT Skyliner station. You have access to a lot of great dining at the Swan and Dolphin, but you can also eat at the numerous other restaurants in the area or on the Skyliner route. It’s a win-win! 3 Reasons Why We Stay at the Swan and Dolphin Hotel Again and Again in Disney World Disney’s Pop Century Resort We love being close to the Skyliner in Disney World, so why not stay at a hotel with Skyliner access? The good news is that you can stay at a value resort and get that. Granted, the Skyliner DOES usually temporarily close in January for a few days for refurbishment, but you should have access to it (weather permitting) through the rest of the year. We also love Pop Century for its fun over-the-top decades theming, but something NEW is coming to Pop Century soon, too. Pop Century is such a fun resort The food court at Pop Century is under renovation, which means it will be freshly updated in 2025. Now, we don’t know if that means you’ll have new menu options (we can only hope), but the renovations could mean this is the value resort to stay at next year! This is also one of the few Disney World hotels that still has its own special themed dessert, the Tie-Dye Cheesecake. Why Disney Adults Can’t Stay Away From Pop Century Hotel Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Let’s say you’re on a serious budget or just don’t want to spend a lot of money on your hotel room. Disney’s cheapest resorts are the All-Star Resorts, but we have a favorite. That’s Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. Why is this our favorite? Because we think it has the best theming when compared to the other All-Star Resorts. It’s all about Disney movies? What’s not to love about that? Toy Story at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Disney’s All-Star Movies features sections devoted to Fantasia (plus a Fantasia-inspired pool), Toy Story, 101 Dalmations, The Love Bug, and The Mighty Ducks. The rooms are identical to Disney’s other value resorts, but the theming is where this hotel wins our hearts. FULL TOUR of an All-Star Movies Standard Hotel Room in Disney World! So if you’re choosing a hotel for your 2025 Disney World trip, we hope this helps you with your decision. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for more. The Disappointing Truth About Disney World’s Moderate Hotels 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’s your favorite hotel in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post The Best Disney World Hotels for 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

“Deck the halls with bows of Disney…” ©Disney Believe it or not, the Holiday Season is almost upon us, and with it will come the usual litany of Disney seasonal merchandise. The first holiday merch — the Mickey Family Christmas Collection — is now live on Disney’s website, and focuses on decorating! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Top Your Tree with Chip & Dale ©Disney This 3 x AAA battery-operated translucent tree-topper features Chip & Dale in adorable elf costumes. The cone-shaped base allows it to fit over the top of almost any Christmas Tree. SHOP THE COLLECTION Check Out the Fantasyland Castle Tree Skirt ©Disney Moving of the top of your tree to the bottom, this reversible tree skirt features “embroidered Fantasyland Castle, stardust and snowflakes on a velvety topside, plus postage stamp print pattern featuring Mickey and the gang on the reverse.” SHOP THE COLLECTION Hang Your Mickey Stocking With Care ©Disney Disney’s take on the iconic Christmas tradition, this sticking features Mickey in his holiday elf best, complete with presents! SHOP THE COLLECTION Countdown to Christmas with this Calendar! ©Disney You can make counting down to the big day a fun family activity with this “fully sculpted Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse countdown calendar in the form of a decorative storybook castle.” ©Disney The calendar features a sculpted Fantasyland Castle base, numbered blocks that can be arranged daily to count down until Christmas, and sculpted Mickey and Minnie figures in elf costumes.” SHOP THE COLLECTION Show the World Your Holiday Cheer with This Mickey Wreath ©Disney This Mickey-shaped wreath is made up of “glittering ornament balls” that can easily match most tree decor, giving a unified holiday theme. SHOP THE COLLECTION If you want to add some Disney cheer to your Christmas decorating this year, get over to Disney’s webstore ASAP. Stay tuned to DFB for more! Looking for More Disney Essentials? Head Over to Our Amazon Storefront. The post We're Calling It Now — This New Disney Christmas Collection Is Going to Be POPULAR first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Several rides and attractions have been closing for refurbishment in Disney World, but it’s not the only Disney resort to experience these closures. Disneyland Over at Disneyland, you’ll find a lot of similar rides as in Disney World especially classics like “it’s a small world,” the Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean, and others. As the original Disney park, it’s visited every day by many visitors who come to experience the Happiest Place on Earth. However, starting today, September 16th, two of the classic Disney rides will be closing for refurbishment. The Jungle Cruise and “it’s a small world” are both now closed in Disneyland Park for refurbishment. Jungle Cruise will reopen on October 4th, before “it’s a small world.” This means that as of today, both Jungle Cruises on either U.S. coast are currently closed for maintenance. Jungle Cruise in Disneyland “it’s a small world” in Disneyland will reopen on November 15th as “it’s a small world” Holiday! When you ride this attraction again it will be decorated with the holiday overlay for the Christmas and holiday season. “it’s a small world” Holiday Overlay 2023 Temporary closures like these for refurbishment are common at the Disney parks. They allow for regular maintenance and checkups on the rides to ensure everything is working properly. This provides guests with safe rides and experiences. “it’s a small world” Holiday 2023 While these rides are closed, you can jump on the many other rides around the Disneyland park. Other popular favorites include Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, Peter Pan’s Flight, and others. There is still lots to do and experience around the park while these two rides are closed. Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride We’ll be waiting for Jungle Cruise and “it’s a small world” to reopen later this fall, but in the meantime, keep following DFB for more Disney news! A Word of WARNING Before You Plan Your 2028 Disneyland Trip Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you a fan of Jungle Cruise and “it’s a small world?” Let us know in the comments! The post Two Classic Disney Rides Are Temporarily CLOSED for Refurbishment first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One thing The Walt Disney Company does is embrace other industries, especially fashion. Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary fireworks show Disney is always teaming up with fashion designers for clothing, accessories, shoes, and more. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Disney is teaming up with a big fashion designer to bring fashion design directly to its parks in a brand new way known as “fashiontainment.” Yep, there’s a new made-up word for the experience and everything. Basically, you’ll soon be able to experience a fashion runway IN a Disney theme park, because why not? According to The New York Times, fashiontainment is a new thing where fashion leaves the runway and makes its way into entertainment spaces. This is the time of year when designers usually hit up the runways for Fashion Week, but this year, they’re taking their fashion to other spaces. For example, designer Ralph Lauren recently held a show in the Hamptons at Khalily Stables. CFDA has teamed up with New York’s Rockefeller Center to build a storied ice rink that will show off its fashion to everyone. The Apollo Theater is hosting Colm Dillane’s new collection in a night of comedy. ©Ralph Lauren Disney is also jumping on the fashiontainment train, though. Fashion label Coperni is bringing a fashion show on October 1st to Disneyland Paris. It’s likely there will be a Cinderella theme. It’s also likely a lot of celebrities will be on hand to check out the collection. ©Disney So could we expect to see fashion shows come to Orlando or Anaheim? Well, it’s doubtful. Disneyland Paris makes sense as Paris is considered the fashion capital of the world. So don’t expect to see Mickey or Minnie strutting down the catwalk anytime soon in the U.S. parks (although we would argue that Clarabelle and Daisy were MADE to be runway models). Stay tuned to DFB for more. Over 60% of Disney Fans Agree this Outfit is a Theme Park Fashion Faux Pas 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? Do fashion shows belong in theme parks? Sound off in the comments! The post Disney Is Inviting Celebrities to Its Park for “Fashiontainment.” Here’s What That Means. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you an EXTREME Disney fan? ©Disney If you’ve always dreamed of living in a house from a Disney movie, now’s your chance! Disney is in the process of constructing multiple Storyliving by Disney communities with homes designed in part by Imagineers. Each house has plenty of magical touches…but some buildings in the communities are a little extra special! Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney Community, is set to open in 2025. We’ve seen some glimpses at the houses coming to the community, but now we’ve got a closer look at the Artisan Club, which takes inspiration from a Disney family! ©Disney Part of the Artisan Club, the Parr House, is inspired by the mid-century modern home from Pixar’s Incredibles 2. According to Disney, “The two-story house will be a multi-functional space where club members can attend events, celebrate milestones, and even enjoy an occasional overnight stay.” The Artisan Club will be a go-to gathering place for members of the community and their guests, with spaces dedicated to dining, creative pursuits, working out, water recreation, and unique programs. ©Disney The Parr House is constructed in the mid-century modern style and features a “rich mix of textures and colors.” Imagineers have even planned to add in a few props inspired by Incredibles 2 that Disney fans will appreciate. The color palette matches the characters and settings from the film — each of the bedrooms will feature the signature style of the characters, including Edna Mode, Lucius Best aka “Frozone,” and the Parr kids Jack-Jack, Violet, and Dash. The first floor of the home even features an art studio! ©Disney The Parr House’s massive windows will give an excellent view of Cotino Bay, and an elevated patio will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains. It’ll be the perfect place to gather and celebrate special occasions with your family! ©Disney We’ll make sure to keep you updated with any more information about Cotino and its many special features. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click Here to See More Pictures and Sneak Peeks of Cotino! 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 Would you stay in this Incredibles-inspired house? Tell us in the comments! The post Yes, Disney Is Building the House From ‘Incredibles 2’ and It Looks AMAZING first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are sad that you missed out on the first 2024 Nightmare Before Christmas tumbler that debuted a few days ago, we have some exciting news! You can never have too many Disney cups Last week a different Nightmare Before Christmas tumbler sold out in LESS than an hour, but a new tumbler will be arriving soon! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. A new Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler is coming SOON! Starbucks and Disney recently released a different Nightmare Before Christmas tumbler for 2024 which sold out VERY quickly. However, we have some amazing news! You will soon be able to try your luck at getting a NEW The Nightmare Before Christmas tumbler. A NEW Nightmare Before Christmas Tumbler is coming soon! ©Disney This new tumbler will be available on the Disney Store beginning October 1st! We anticipate that this tumbler will also be VERY popular, so you will want to act fast if you are hoping to get one. ©Disney This next installment in The Nightmare Before Christmas tumblers features a gray cup with a bright red lid. The tumbler has both Jack Skellington as “Sandy Claws” and his ghost pup, Zero on it. If you are hoping to get a Disney tumbler sooner than October, you are in luck! There are a variety of tumblers available right now, including this gorgeous Halloween tumbler. Halloween Starbucks Tumbler Plus, you can never really have too many Disney cups, so you can always grab one now AND grab the new The Nightmare Before Christmas tumbler on October 1st. Shop Disney tumblers right here! Start warming up those fingers and get ready for October 1st. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Check out our favorite Disney essentials on our Amazon Storefront!The post Disney's NEW ‘Nightmare Before Christmas” Starbucks Tumbler Is Coming! Find Out When first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Single rider lines in Disney World are a fantastic way to skip a (usually) long standby line. Single Rider lines can save you the wait! There’s a caveat, though — you have to be willing to be split up from your party because, as the name suggests, there’s only one person needed to fill in the empty seat in the ride vehicle. Not every ride has a single-rider line either (although we would love to see more in the parks), and while we appreciate the ones we have, there’s one particular single-rider line that can be both a blessing and a curse at the same time. To start off, we feel we need to list all the rides with single-rider lines in each of the parks: Expedition Everest (Animal Kingdom) Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (Hollywood Studios) Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run (Hollywood Studios) Soarin’ (EPCOT; only sometimes!) Rise of the Resistance (Hollywood Studios; being tested periodically) Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge We were really excited to see a single-rider option for Millennium Falcon offered right off the bat when the ride opened, and we’ve used it many, many times since. It’s rare to see a long wait for single riders — in fact, we’ve had more times where we walk right up and only wait a few minutes until we’re boarding! Single Rider Sign So why do so many families and groups of friends choose to wait in that long standby line or purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass and book a return time? Well, for one, this ride is REALLY fun to do with your group since you’re all working together to complete the mission, and what you do really affects your outcome! If you hop in the single rider line, you’ll be placed with a group of strangers. It doesn’t take away from the fun, but it’s just a different experience. Millennium Falcon Single Rider Line One of the biggest draws of this ride is getting to pilot the Millennium Falcon — almost every Star Wars fan’s dream. When the Cast Members assign who is doing each job on the ship, they assign it front to back, which goes 2 Pilots, 2 Gunners, and 2 Engineers. This means that since Single Riders are typically put in last, you’ll almost always be an Engineer. Inside the Millennium Falcon! There’s nothing wrong with being an Engineer, especially if you’re not a huge Star Wars fan, or you’d rather watch the chaos unfold in front of you, being an Engineer may be perfect. However, suppose it’s been your dream to pilot the Millennium Falcon or at least be a Gunner. In that case, you’ll likely be very unhappy with the single-rider line, and it’ll be more worth waiting in the regular queue or booking that Lighting Lane Multi Pass return time. Millennium Falcon It’s always possible that other members of the group you’re put with will want to switch with you, and you’ll get to be one of the other positions (which is allowed!), but if we’re being honest, that’s pretty rare. Now, since the single-rider line usually doesn’t take any time at all, you can just get in line over and over again in the hopes that you’ll eventually get to be a Pilot or Gunner if you’re really against waiting in line or don’t want to spend any more money, but it may take a little while! Millennium Falcon We’re always here to bring you the latest Disney World news to help you prepare for your trip, so stay tuned to DFB! When Is the New Monsters, Inc Land Opening in Disney World? Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! See How to Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot Dream of Building Your Own Custom Lightsaber? See How to Do It! Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Get Full Details About Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run See More About Oga’s Cantina and Check Out Our Reviews! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click Here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite position on Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run? Tell us in the comments! The post Why This Hollywood Studios Single Rider Line Is a Blessing and a Curse first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Something happened to me during my last trip to Disney World. I felt OLD. Eek! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Don’t worry. I don’t kid myself. I know I’m no 20-year-old anymore. But for the first time in my decades of going to Disney World, I left Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party early. And do you know what? I have no regrets. Here’s why. OK, before I explain myself, I should point out that if you’re a Halloween Party newbie or haven’t been to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in a while, my story may sound a little shocking. I want to make it clear that I fully support the idea of sticking around at the party as long as possible — get your money’s worth, people! That said, I know I’m not alone in feeling like my body reached a point when it was simply time to go. This calls for a storytime! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a seasonal Magic Kingdom event that requires a separate ticket for entry. The event happens on select nights from August 9th through October 31st. During the event, you can enjoy exclusive treats and entertainment only available for the Halloween season! Halloween fireworks Some fan-favorite highlights of the event include trick-or-treating in the Magic Kingdom, the party-exclusive Boo-To-You Halloween Parade (which starts with an appearance by the Headless Horseman), and rare character meet-and-greets. For me, the Boo-To-You Halloween Parade is worth the entire price of the ticket. I adore that parade. I’ll never miss it. Boo-To-You Halloween Parade Speaking of tickets, they’re kind of expensive. Now, I visited Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in mid-August (remember this, OK?), so my ticket was around $119. The parties later in the season are much more expensive — we’re talking $199 per adult ticket. Naturally, when you’re spending that kind of money, you will want to make sure you show up early and squeeze in as many things as possible to make the most of the event. The good news is that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins at 7PM and ends at midnight; however, party guests may enter the Magic Kingdom at 4PM. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Now, here’s where my story begins. I was in Disney World for a quick trip — three nights, four days. I didn’t want to miss my chance to visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom, so I slotted in a visit for the morning of my Halloween Party. I got up bright and early, rope-dropped Animal Kingdom, hit Flight of Passage, rode the safari, rode Expedition Everest, and stopped by to ride Dinosaur (three times in a row) for good measure. After a filling lunch at Flame Tree Barbecue, I headed back to my hotel for an afternoon break before the party. On paper, this all seemed like a great idea. Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork…DUH! But, inevitably, my “afternoon break” was shorter than anticipated. Just as I was starting to cool down in the AC, it was time to start getting ready for the Halloween Party. I wanted to be out the door and at the bus stop by 2:30PM to get to Magic Kingdom as early as possible. (I have an Annual Pass, so I did not need to wait until 4PM to enter the Magic Kingdom with my Halloween Party ticket.) Bus stop at All-Star Movies I’ll spare you every little detail of my afternoon, but I’ll sum it up with one word: BUSY! By the time Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party officially started, I had already accomplished a lot, but there was plenty left to do. I thought I was in good shape! Haunted Mansion As the night progressed, I efficiently checked off item after item on my to-do list. Rode a few rides? Check. Visited some characters? Check. Grabbed a snack? Check. Watched the parade? Check. Fireworks? Saw ’em. Halloween Party souvenirs acquired? Yep. Trick-or-treated? DUH. Madame Leota Séance Candle By about 10:30PM, I had done everything I wanted to do. Did I meet every single character? No. Did I ride every single ride? Also no. But A.) It was August. It was HOT outside. B.) I was exhausted. I walked at least 25,000 steps that day, and C.) I did everything I wanted to do that night. So, sure, I could have pushed myself to ride a few more rides. I could have trick-or-treated a little longer. I could have stayed for the second parade. But, at a certain point, I asked myself, “Why?” The lesson I took away from that night was that it is okay to leave the party early! I ended up leaving around 10:45PM, and I had no regrets. The party is a blast! There is plenty to keep you busy during the party, but once you’ve seen and done everything on your list, there’s no shame in heading back to get a good night’s sleep! Take it from me — a typical *rope-drop til park close* person — it’s OK to give your body a break. ESPECIALLY in the heat! If you’re heading to a party this season, enjoy! And maybe don’t rope-drop a park the same morning as your party, yeah? Photos AND Reviews: ALL the 2024 Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World! IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World with our guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World Get ALL the Info on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Check Out the Disney x Halloween Items You Can Get at Target Right Now Photos AND Reviews: ALL the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Would you leave a party early? Let us know in the comments! The post For the First Time in 16 Years, I Left Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party EARLY. Here's Why. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Grab your super suit, it’s time to be incredible! We’re excited to share a first look at what the Parr House at Cotino, the first Storyliving by Disney community, will look like when it’s scheduled to open in 2025. Part of the community’s voluntary Artisan Club, Parr House is inspired by the superhero family’s stunning mid-century modern home in Pixar Animation Studios’ “Incredibles 2.” The two-story house will be a multi-functional space where club members can attend events, celebrate milestones and even enjoy an occasional overnight stay. The community’s Artisan Club will be a go-to gathering place for members and their guests with engaging spaces dedicated to delicious dining, exploring creative pursuits, working out, water recreation on Cotino Bay, and unique programs and experiences that only Disney can provide. Coming to life in the beautiful Palm Springs area, renowned for its mid-century modern architecture, Parr House will represent a full 360 moment – Pixar artists visited the region while dreaming up the original design for the Parr family’s home in “Incredibles 2” and now, a home inspired by the film is being built in the same place! Parr House living room Mid-Century Modern Design: Honoring a Local Legacy When it came time to start designing the Parr House, Disney Imagineers and Pixar artists collaborated to bring the spirit of the film to life with a creative interpretation of the mid-century modern design the Palm Springs area is known for. Parr House view from Cotino Bay To bring the home’s inspiration out of the animated “Incredibles” universe and into the real world, Imagineers will use a rich mix of textures and colors. The home’s interior will incorporate the hallmarks of mid-century modern design, clean lines, natural light and functional furniture, while adding artistic flair in the finishes, artwork and décor. From a primary bedroom fit for Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl to the family kitchen and open living room, it will be an extraordinary home we know Edna Mode would just love, dah-ling! Memorable Moments: Recalling Favorite Film Details Looking at the renderings, you may even recognize a few familiar details sprinkled throughout the space… Since the Parr House is inspired by our favorite super family, Imagineers are planning to add in a few special film props like boxes of Sugar Bombs and Fiber O’s cereal stacked on the kitchen shelf and the family’s schedule scribbled on the Insuricare calendar. Can you spot them in the rendering below? Parr House kitchen It’s all about the details as Imagineers have poured over original concept art from the film to find special details and unique decorative items to bring this home to life. Even the design color palette is reflective of the film’s iconic characters and settings. In communal areas like the living room and kitchen, tones of red, black and yellow will pay homage to the family’s iconic super suits while upstairs, each of the bedrooms will reflect the style of “Incredibles” characters including Edna Mode, Lucius Best aka “Frozone” and the Parr kids Jack-Jack, Violet and Dash. The first-floor art studio will celebrate the Cotino community’s overall theme as a creative oasis – a place to relax, retreat and explore new ambitions. The idea was inspired by Walt Disney himself, who retreated to his family home in the Palm Springs area to rest and creatively recharge. From Screen to Street: How the Parr House is Being Built How did this superhero home go from animation to active construction project? Imagineers enlisted the help of Cotino community homebuilder Davidson Communities to help build the Parr House. Leadership from Davidson Communities, Storyliving by Disney and Walt Disney Imagineering gathered to celebrate the start of construction on the Parr House. Artist concept rendering, not yet constructed and subject to change. Together, the design teams plan to adapt some of the home’s iconic features, like the floor-to-ceiling windows and climbing rock work in the living room, to the real world. The home’s expansive windows will provide unmatched views of Cotino Bay, the jewel of the community that will feature the clearest turquoise waters with Crystal Lagoons technology. Because the home’s exterior will be so recognizable, Imagineers wanted the interior view of the outside to be equally impressive. Beyond the beautiful windows, an elevated patio will offer a picturesque place for outdoor events with spectacular water and mountain views. Currently under construction, this incredible Artisan Club amenity is expected to open in 2025. DISCLAIMER This content contains general information about and proposed plans for Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community, which plans are subject to change or cancellation in part or whole, at any time without notice. Voluntary club membership, programming, and access and use of future proposed amenities and offerings, will require payment of dues and/or fees and be subject to additional terms and conditions, which will be set by the owner of the club. Availability of club membership and operation of club facilities are not guaranteed. Use of the Parr House will be subject to additional fees and limited availability; length of stay requirements may apply. Home purchase does not grant access to Cotino Bay or its beaches; access will require separate fees. No representation or warranty is made about the continued operation/maintenance, long-term water levels or features of Cotino Bay; water levels may fluctuate. No guarantee is made as to future ownership, management or branding of the Club. Residential community is Disney branded and managed, developed by DMB Development with homes built and sold by third-party builders. Davidson Communities is a participating builder in the Cotino community and uses Disney trademarks under a license agreement from Disney. Disney has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or representations made about the homes and does not make any representations or warranties or guarantees whatsoever with respect to the homes. Obtain the Property Report required by Federal law and read it before signing anything. No Federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation to buy, real estate to residents of any state, province or jurisdiction where prohibited by law, or where prior registration or filing of a disclosure statement is required, but has not yet been completed. PENNSYLVANIA REGISTRATION No. OL001186. Equal Housing Opportunity. Broker participation welcome. See storylivingbydisney.com for full details. Storyliving by Disney Realty, CA DRE License No. 02194403. AZ broker: Silverleaf Realty, LLC. The post First Look Inside the <I>Incredible</I> Parr House Coming Soon to Cotino, the First Storyliving by Disney Community appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Epic Universe is well under construction and looking great! Construction of Epic Universe @bioreconstruct The new Universal theme park is set to open in 2025 with five new lands — Celestial Park, Dark Universe, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk. We’ve been keeping tabs on the construction and noticing when rides have been constructed, and other details show up. Recently, we noticed something black, toothless, and winged pop up that is quite adorable! If you’ve ever seen How To Train Your Dragon, then you’re probably familiar with the list of characters. Hiccup is the main character, Astrid is the tough warrior betrothed to Hiccup, and then there’s the rest of the gang — Stoick, Tuffnut, Fishlegs, and more. Each of these characters gets themselves a dragon in the first movie to fly and fight with. Hiccup finds one of the most rare dragons of all time who actually acts more like a cat than a ferocious dragon. ©Universal/DreamWorks That amazing, adorable, wonderful, ferocious dragon is none other than Toothless, the star of the movies! He’s a fan-favorite character in the film, and for good reason, he’s amazing. ©Universal/Dreamworks (How To Train Your Dragon 2) Well, it appears that Toothless has officially made his way to Epic Universe! In a post on X, Bioreconstruct caught a glimpse of Toothless situated in How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk. Universal has previously shared that Toothless will be available for guests to meet in How To Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, and it seems he has found his way to his perch in the new land. ©Universal We can’t wait to meet Toothless! His toothless grin very adorable along with his loving nature. The new How To Train Your Dragon land will feature Viking statues, a sparkling lagoon, three rides, three dining locations, meet-and-greets, a new show, a kids’ play area, and lots of shopping options. It will feature details from the first and second How To Train Your Dragon movies, which we are really excited to experience ourselves! ©Universal We’ll be watching for more exciting details to show up at Epic Universe as construction begins. Universal has yet to reveal an official opening day of the new park, but we’re keeping our eyes and ears open for any new information! For more Epic Universe news, keep following DFB! It Takes 30 Seconds To Enter To Win A Trip To Universal’s NEW Epic Universe Park! Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Are you excited to visit Epic Universe? Let us know in the comments! The post Something NEW Showed Up in Universal's Epic Universe and We're FREAKING OUT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The only constant is change — and that’s especially true at Disney World. Magic Kingdom Walt Disney believed that the parks would never truly be finished, and we’ve seen that firsthand lately with new rides, restaurants, and even massive transformations like we saw at EPCOT. But, Disney isn’t showing any signs of slowing down at all and we’re predicting three huge changes for Disney World in 2025. Let’s get into it. Disney World is going through some major changes — and we’re predicting even more for 2025! Impacted Crowds In case you haven’t heard, a brand new theme park is coming to Universal Orlando Resort in 2025! Epic Universe will be a third gate featuring lands like Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. And, because this brand new park is opening in 2025 — we have a hunch that Disney World crowds could be impacted. Aerial overview of Epic Universe via bioreconstruct We could see things going two different ways. On the one hand, it’s possible that folks will be forced to decide between a vacation to Disney World or a vacation to Epic Universe, which could lead to fewer crowds at Disney World if people ultimately decide to go to Epic Universe. ©Universal On the other hand, though, people could just choose to combine vacations and tack on days at both Disney World and Epic Universe, which could lead to even more crowds at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Disney World also has quite a few new expansions and new lands in the works, but most of which aren’t set to open until after 2025. That doesn’t mean we won’t start seeing changes though! Should You Ditch Your Disney World Annual Pass for a Universal One? Construction Everywhere Speaking of those changes coming to Disney World… remember all those walls all around EPCOT we all just recently got over putting up with for years? Well, get ready because construction walls will no doubt be back in 2025 — and they will be everywhere! The Cars Land retheme and Villains Land expansion at Magic Kingdom will no doubt bring quite a bit of construction to the park, along with the new Monsters Inc. Land wreaking havoc at Hollywood Studios. Construction walls up And, of course — there’s the massive Tropical Americas retheme of DinoLand, U.S.A. at Animal Kingdom we’ll have to deal with. It’s unclear just how all of this construction will impact the parks, but you can likely expect to have to find some alternate routes on your 2025 visits — along with all those lovely, temporary construction walls. No More Virtual Queues Okay — hear us out. We know this one is kind of wild, but it’s quite possible that we could see no virtual queues at Disney World in 2025! Right now, there are only two virtual queues at Disney World: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. TRON also debuted with a virtual queue, but the ride officially switched to standby on September 9th, 2024. Cosmic Rewind Disney typically uses a virtual queue system when a new ride opens in an effort to manage capacity. But, after a while, the virtual queue usually goes away once the initial hype for a ride has died down. TRON didn’t have a VQ for nearly as long as other rides have, like Cosmic Rewind for example, which has had one of the longest-running VQs since opening. Depending on the demand for Cosmic Rewind and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, we could see those rides switch to standby before too long, meaning we could see a Disney World with no virtual queues at all. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom As of now, no new Disney World rides are slated to open in 2025 — except for the newly reimagined Test Track at EPCOT. It’s certainly possible that Disney could opt to use a virtual queue for Test Track when it opens, but as of now, we don’t have any official word on that. Cosmic Rewind could hang onto its VQ for a while as it is an incredibly popular EPCOT ride, but Disney did previously indicate that Tiana’s would switch to standby not too long after opening. But, we don’t claim to know the future — so we’ll have to wait until 2025 to see if we’re right about that! TRON Lightcycle / Run One thing is for sure, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest updates from Disney World and more, so stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog if you don’t want to miss a thing! Could the 2024 Presidential Election Affect Your Disney World Trip? 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 Will you be heading to Disney World in 2025? Tell us in the comments. The post Experts Predict Three HUGE Changes for Disney in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is underway, and we’ve been enjoying everything the festival offers. 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival There’s obviously a LOT of food to try at all the various food booths, and we spent the first weekend of the festival tasting EVERYTHING. Then there’s some fun entertainment, including the Eat to the Beat concert series where you can catch some live music from some pretty notable artists during the festival. However, there are also a lot of festival drinks, and we’ve told you about some of our favorites, but now we’ve got to tell you which ones you need to avoid. So let’s get to those drinks you should just not bother with. Belgium At the Belgium booth, you can get the Belgian Chilled Coffee, which is basically a cold coffee with cream and sugar. That’s it. It’s nothing special, and it was basically pretty bland, especially when you compare it to the Joffrey’s offerings for the festival. Belgian Chilled Coffee We didn’t hate it, but we just want to tell you not to spend your money on it and try something else instead. There is a boozy version with ChocoLat Deluxe Salted Caramel Chocolate Liqueur available, and that COULD be a little better. Read our full Belgium review here Brew-Wing Lab It should come as no surprise that the booth that gave us the Pickle Milkshake has also given us the 3 Daughters Brewing Pickle Hard Seltzer, and if that sounds gross to you, trust us, IT IS GROSS. That’s literally the word our reporter used after tasting it. Just say no to pickle seltzer (on the far left) So basically imagine the worst, and you might be close to what it tastes like: sorta like super salty water with a hint of sweetness. Yep, disgusting. Read our full review of Brew-Wing China The China booth this year was kinda a big fail for us, and that included the Mango Peach Bubble Tea, made with Green tea, mango and peach syrups, and white boba. First, there was no boba in it — like it was missing from ours. That’s a bit of an oversight. Mango Peach Bubble Tea But also, this tea did not taste like real mango. Instead, it tasted artificial, and that’s a real downer. So, we’re going to stick with our initial assessment of this food booth and tell you to skip it. Read our full review of the China booth Italy Oh, Italy booth. You were SUCH a big disappointment, and we’re still not quite over those weird nachos you’re serving. However, we need to talk about the Bellini Spritz. It’s a new offering this year, but it’s very strong, VERY tart (we’re talking lip-puckering stuff), and bitter. Bellini Spritz Overall, we thought it tasted like medicine! If you don’t like spritzes, you certainly won’t like this one, but even if you do, you still might not like this one. Read our full review of Italy Swirled Showcase The Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter Float with vanilla soft-serve is a BIG skip for us. These are flavors that just did not blend well at all, and there’s a VERY bitter aftertaste. YUCK. The Coconut Float The other two drinks here, the Frozen Apple Pie and the Berry-vanilla Float made with La Gioiosa Berry Fizz and vanilla soft-serve were also big SKIPS for us — so just don’t get ANYTHING to drink here. These are drinks Disney should not have thought to “showcase.” Read our full review of Swirled Showcase So, if you’re headed to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, steer clear of these drinks if you come across them. You can thank us later. Stay tuned to DFB for more. We May Have Found an Unfortunate Side Effect of the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival.. IT'S WINE & DINE TIME! Food & Wine Festival can be a bummer. You stand in line waiting for what looks like the perfect treat, and it's a bust. But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experience. If you're planning a day or a week at the festival, we've got every performance, activity, and tasty nosh detailed out so you can make the most of your time and money. Listen, it's a tough job eating and documenting the nearly 200 bites and sips, but we do it all for YOU! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Learn More About the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Food and Wine Festival 101 Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival - Fans Facebook Page Wine and Dine Half Marathon Details Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried these drinks at the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival yet? Let us know what you thought about them in the comments! The post The One Drink You Should Avoid From Each EPCOT Pavilion first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is there any place where a foodie feels more at home than at EPCOT?? Japan Pavilion Now when it comes to your dining experience, Disney usually leads the way to accommodate for all types of food allergies, which makes it incredibly easy to recommend just about any restaurant for people dealing with a particular allergy. That being said, there is this one EPCOT restaurant that absolutely CANNOT accommodate this one specific food allergy, so let’s talk about it! As we were saying, if you’re someone who’s all about EPCOT’s food scene, chances are high that you’ve probably heard of Takumi-Tei. This signature dining restaurant in the Japan Pavilion is known for its gorgeous interior, authentic dishes, and top-notch service. However, if you’re dealing with a corn syrup allergy, I’ve got some bad news: Takumi-Tei is not the place for you. Takumi-Tei So, here’s the deal. While most Disney restaurants go above and beyond to accommodate food allergies (seriously, they’re incredible that way), Takumi-Tei has a specific ingredient that makes this a no-go if you’re allergic to corn syrup: Mirin. For those unfamiliar, mirin is a sweet rice wine used in a lot of Japanese cooking, and here’s the kicker, it contains corn syrup. ©279 Victoria St Now, Takumi-Tei is upfront about this in its allergy policy. If you inquire about dining there with a corn syrup allergy, they’ll tell you, “Unfortunately we do use mirin as a part of the authentic Japanese cooking which contains corn syrup. Therefore, if you have a serious corn syrup allergy we will not be able to assist you.” Menu So, even though they’d love to welcome everyone, the use of mirin is a non-negotiable part of their cooking style. If corn syrup is a problem for you, it’s probably best to sit this one out and explore some of the other allergy-friendly options EPCOT has to offer. Dessert Now, we ate all that Takumi-Tei had to offer, so if you want to check out our review, check out our link below. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. REVIEW: We Ate a $250 Meal in EPCOT and We’d Do It Again 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 dined at Takumi-Tei? Let us know in the comments! The post The Food Allergy This EPCOT Restaurant CANNOT Accommodate first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lougefly Mania is real. How do we know? Cause we totally have it! We love Loungefly bags! Yup, a lot of us here on the DFB team LOVE Loungefly bags, so we are always on the lookout for the latest ones. During our search, we discovered some NEW bags that are exclusive to Amazon, and we are OBSESSED. So if you’re a fan of Loungeflys too, you’ll definitely want to check these out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The best part about shopping on Amazon is the free shipping you can get on any order with an Amazon Prime Membership. Don’t have one? Click below to start your free trial today! The perfect fall Loungefly bag is available and it’s the Fall Sweet Treats Mini-Backpack! ©Amazon What’s better than a cinnamon roll? A Mickey-shaped one, duh! This adorable Lougefly fall treats backpack has an adorable Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll front and center that doubles as an extra storage compartment. The backpack also has adorable little pies and pumpkin treats all over the design, making it so cute for the fall. Shop on Amazon Take your style to infinity and beyond with this Toy Story Loungefly Bag! ©Amazon Designed after Andy’s room, this adorable Toy Story Loungefly backpack is perfect for any fan of the series, as well as the perfect bag to wear around Toy Story Land! The details and vibrant colors make this bag incredibly stunning. We’re sure Sheriff Woody would approve. Shop on Amazon Be the ghoulest ghost in town when sporting this Haunted Mansion Loungefly Bag ©Amazon This crossbody bag features some of our favorite characters from The Haunted Mansion, including the Hitchhiking Ghosts, the Singing Busts, Madame Leota, and much more. This bag is a must for Haunted Mansion fans (which means I’m putting this in my cart ASAP). Shop on Amazon Another spooktacular bag fit for the season is this Haunted Mansion Crossbody Purse! ©Amazon You can count down till you’re back at the Gracey Manor (home sweet home!) with this Loungefly Haunted Mansion Clock Crossbody purse. With the electric blue timing that makes the bag look like it’s glowing, this purse is the perfect combination of spooky and stylish. Shop on Amazon Stay tuned as we bring you even more of our favorite Loungefly discoveries! Like what you see? Check out more of our Disney must-haves on our Amazon Storefront!The post 4 NEW Amazon-Exclusive Disney Loungefly Bags Are Online Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s another spooky week in Disney World, celebrating all things Halloween, as well as all things EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. Tacos at La Hacienda de San Angel We were recently reunited with one of our favorite Halloween treats, We also got a chance to try out the Pumpkin Butter Cocktail at Narcoossee’s (y’all, we’ve been talking about that one for DAYS). Disney also released a massive list of new foods coming to Disney World for Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month — and our tummies are READY! In the meantime, we’ve been keeping an eye on those Disney World restaurant menus, as we do, and we’ve noticed a few changes. So, let’s see what’s been updated on Disney World restaurant menus this week! Resort-Wide A new cocktail has entered the chat…or rather, some restaurants in Disney World. It’s the Legacy Mimosa, made with Uncle Nearest 1884 small batch whiskey, Grand Marnier liqueur, Chateau Ste. Michelle sparkling wine and Minute Maid orange juice for $19.50. Here’s where you’ll find it: Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort A Pomegranate-Berry Sangria has also turned up at a few resorts. It’s made with Angel’s Envy Port Barrel Finish Bourbon, Bin 27 Port Fonseca, Pomegranate Juice, and Blackberry Purée for $17. Here’s where you’ll find it: Barefoot Pool Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Oasis Bar & Grill at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Mardi Grogs at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Muddy Rivers at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside River Roost at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground EPCOT Chefs de France Under Appetizers, the Tartare de saumon legerement fume, sauce a l’aneth changed from 17.5 to $17.95. Here’s how Entrees changed: Ratatouille sur quinoa changed from $25.95 to $28.95 Poulet Fermier roti, pommes Lyinnaise, haricot vert changed from $32.95 to $36.95 Boeuf Bourguignon, linguine description changed from “Braised beef in Cabernet, baby onions, carrots, pasta” to “Braised beef in Cabernet, bacon lardons, pearl onions, carrots, pasta,” and the price changed from $34.95 to $38.95 REMOVED: Entrecote grille, beurre maître d hotel a la fourme, pomme roties ADDED: Steak Frites, entrecote grillé, pommes frites, sauce bérnaise — grilled 12oz. strip loin, French fries, bernaise sauce for $49.95 Boeuf Bourguignon The Prix Fixe Meal Menu Francais changed from $65.95 to $67.95. REVIEW: Have Lunch With Us (and the BEST Dessert!) at Chefs de France in EPCOT Le Cellier Bison Tartare has been removed from the Appetizers menu. Under Entrees, the 12 oz. Milk-Fed Porcelet Rib Chop has been removed and replaced with 14-oz Dry-aged Duroc Pork Chop — butcher’s cuts accompanied by one side and one sauce for $46. Le Cellier The following sides were removed: Creamed Spinach and Charred Broccolini. Under dessert, Profiterole has been removed. Le Cellier Has a NEW Menu in Disney World — Come Try it With Us! Nine Dragons The menu at Nine Dragons in the China Pavilion has changed quite a bit, especially the Entrees: REMOVED: Crispy Duck Fried Rice and Salt and Pepper Shrimp Honey Sesame Chicken changed from $23 to $25 Spicy Honey Crispy Chicken changed from $23 to $25 Kung Pao Duo changed from $26 to $28 Kowloon Spare Ribs changed from $30 to $32 ADDED: Glazed Prawns with Pistachios — lightly-fried glazed prawn, roasted pistachio, honey mustard sauce for $32 ADDED: Dry-Braised Prawns — braised prawn, asparagus, red onion, bell pepper, spicy sweet-and-sour wine sauce for $34 ADDED: Typhoon Shelter Sole — deep-fried Alaska sole, dried chili pepper, scallion, fried garlic for $32 ADDED: Smoked Duck Fried Rice — smoked ducked breast, egg fried rice, hoisin sauce for $35 ADDED: Sichuan Shui Zhu Beef — bistro beef, white mushroom, baby corn, wide glass noodle, Sichuan chili oil broth for $35 Kowloon Spare Ribs Here’s how Desserts have changed: Strawberry-Red Bean Ice Cream and Caramel-Ginger Ice Cream ADDED: Strawberry Crepe Cake — layers of light and soft crepes with strawberry cream for $13 ADDED: Ube Cheesecake — cream cheese, milk, ube purple sweet potato flavor for $14 ADDED: Mango Pudding — Hong Kong-style mango pudding served with evaporated milk for $12 Here’s how Specialty Cocktails and Beer changed: REMOVED: ByJo Mo and Lychee Blossom Ginger Zinger changed from $15 to $14 Jade Beauty changed from $15 to $16 South Sea Dream changed from $15 to $14 Tsingtao Beer changed from $10 to $12 ADDED: Lychee Martini — Vodka, Lychee Puree, Vermouth for $15 ADDED: Baijiu Flo — BaiJiu Spirit, Peach Schnapps, Mango and Orange Juices, Sparkling Water for $15 ADDED: Dragon Fruit Frozen — Slushy of Dragon Fruit, Rum, Cosmo Mixer, Lemon and Pineapple Juices for $16 Strawberry Red Bean Ice Cream Non-Alcoholic Specialties changed, too: Strawberry Slushy changed from $6.25 to $7.50 Mango Slushy changed from $6.25 to $7.50 Shangri-La Slushy changed from $6.25 to $7.75 Other non-alcoholic beverages were also updated: Assorted Coca-Cola Soft Drinks changed from $4.75 to $4.95 Raspberry Iced Tea changed from $4.75 to $4.95 REMOVED: Iced Green Tea and DASANI Bottled Watter Fruit Juices changed from $5 to $5.25 Hot Chocolate changed from $4.25 to $4.50 Hot Coffee changed from $4.25 to $4.75 Hot Jasmine Tea changed from $3.95 to $4.95 Perrier Water changed from $5 to $6.25 ADDED: Blackberry Jasmine Iced Tea for $5.25 ADDED: Evian Water for $9.95 ADDED: Hot Oolong Tea for $4.95 Nine Dragons Restaurant Wines also changed: REMOVED: Brut Mumm Napa, Chardonnay Mondavi, Merlot Two Vines ADDED: Prosecco Benvolio, ITALY (187ml) for $15 per bottle Chenin Blanc Dry Creek changed from $13.50 to $13 per glass ADDED: Chardonnay, Simi, CALIFORNIA for $$56 per bottle and $14 per glass Malbec Terrazas, “Altos del Plata,” ARGENTINA changed from $53 to $54 per bottle and from $13.50 to $13 per glass Pinot Noir Castle Rock, CALIFORNIA changed from $12.50 to $12 per glass ADDED: Merlot Decoy, CALIFORNIA for $56 per bottle and $14 per glass REVIEW: We Found the FASTEST Sit-Down Restaurant in EPCOT Sunshine Seasons Topo Chico Blueberry Hibiscus Sparkling Water is now available. Sunshine Seasons It’s $3.79. REVIEW: This New EPCOT Snack Isn’t for Everyone…but Is It for YOU? Disney’s Animal Kingdom Restaurauntosaurus A new burger is available at Restaurauntosaurus: the Cuban Burger. Restaurantosaurus It’s a Seared Angus Burger with all the traditional flavors of a Cuban Sandwich, including Mojo Pork, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, and Creamy Mustard Sauce topped with Potato Strings for $15.29. REVIEW: Is This Animal Kingdom Restaurant More Than Just Hamburgers & Hot Dogs? Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort El Mercado de Coronado Here’s how Entrees have changed on the El Mercado de Coronado menu: Tripleta Sandwich changed from 15 to $18 El Mercado de Coronado Barbacoa Beef Rice Bowl changed from $16 to $17.50 Read our most recent review Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill Chicken Sausage has been added to the breakfast menu. Gasparilla Island Grill That’s the only update here. REVIEW: Tons of NEW Food Just Landed in Disney World – These Are the 2 Things You CAN’T MISS Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort The Artist’s Palette Under Wine, Drouhin Pinot Noir is no longer available. The Artist’s Palette There are no other changes here. REVIEW: We Found Table-Service Quality on a Fast Food Budget at This Disney World Hotel Disney’s Old Key West Resort Olivia’s Cafe The dinner entree, Slow-cooked Prime Rib, has changed in price. Olivia’s Cafe It went up in price from $36 to $37. REVIEW: SPAM Biscuits and Banana Bread Pudding — See What Brunch is Like at Olivia’s Cafe in Disney World Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory Two Specialties have been added to the menu for Entrees: Jambalaya — Chicken and Andouille Sausage with Vegetables cooked in a rich Spicy Sauce with Rice for $12.49 Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory Gumbo — Rich Stew with Chicken, Sausage, Okra, and Spices served with Rice for $10.99 REVIEW: Disney World Hotels Keep Beating the Theme Parks at the Snack Game Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Riverside Mill Food Court Two Specialties have been added to the menu for Entrees: Jambalaya — Chicken and Andouille Sausage with Vegetables cooked in a rich Spicy Sauce with Rice for $12.49 Riverside Mill Gumbo — Rich Stew with Chicken, Sausage, Okra, and Spices served with Rice for $10.99 REVIEW: You Can Probably Skip This Disney World Hotel Restaurant Disney Springs The BOATHOUSE The Old Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake has been removed from the dessert menu. The BOATHOUSE The Strawberry Shortcake has also been removed from the Kid’s dessert menu. I Spent $80 on Lunch at The Boathouse in Disney Springs. Was It Worth It? Raglan Road Raglan Road has made quite a few menu updates and changes, starting with brunch. Here’s how Weekend Brunch Starty Stuff changed (note that these changes were also made on the lunch and dinner menus, where applicable): Soul Soup changed from $10.50 to $11 REMOVED: Fish Convention and The Cider House Belly Pull the Boxty changed from $17 to $17.50 Bang Bang’s Chicken changed from $16 to $17 Dalkey Duo changed from $16 to $16.50 An Irish Egg changed from $18 to $18.50 ADDED: Comfort Bread — homemade brown bread with Guinness glaze and live oil dip or Kerrygold butter for $6 ADDED: When Ireland Dates America — bacon and cabbage mac ‘n cheese bites, maple glazed Bakers bacon, carrot and cabbage slaw, and pickled red cabbage puree for $17 ADDED: King Calamari — tempura calamari, jalapeno ketchup, seaweed ginger, and lime tartar sauce for $19.50 Bang Bang’s Chicken Here’s how the Weekend Brunch Brunchy Stuff menu changed: It’s Ok To Drool changed from $21.50 to $22 REMOVED: The Irish Porker, Pancakes Diaspora, Beef Benny, High King’s BBQ Salmon, That Mushroom with Notions and Stars & Scrumpet Breakfast Scrumpet City description changed from “Glazed ham eggs benedict, on cheddar and chive scrumpet with tomato relish, sautéed spinach and hollandaise sauce with bacon crumble” to “Eggs benedict with Irish bacon, on cheddar and chive scrumpet with tomato relish, sautéed spinach and hollandaise sauce with bacon crumble” ADDED: Pancakes. Yes. We Make Them Too — homemade buttermilk pancakes, vanilla mascarpone, blueberry and lemon compote, oat crumble, and maple syrup for $18 ADDED: You Say Pork Tacos — pulled BBQ pork, cider BBQ sauce, jalapeno salsa, pickled red onion, corn puree, pickled slaw, and diced granny smith on a potato taco for $22.50 It’s OK to Drool ADDED: Steak Agus Eggs — steak and fried egg on a cheddar and buttermilk biscuit waffle, caramelized onion, sautéed wild mushrooms, chimichurri butter, and maple glaze for $26 Heaps of Healthy — mango, passionfruit and chia seed pudding, blackberry and apple puree, fresh berries and kiwi, gluten free banana bread for $23 The Bed of Bacon — bacon and cheese stuffed brioche loaf, shallot puree, maple glazed Bakers bacon, and fried egg for $23 ADDED: Say No More — scrambled eggs, maple glazed smoked Bakers bacon, egg fried sourdough, slow roast tomato, boxty potato for $23 ©Raglan Road The following changes were made to Weekend Brunch Lunchy Stuff: Chicken Pie Do Try changed from $29 to $29.50 Worth The Wait Beef Sandwich changed from $27 to $27.50 REMOVED: Salmon Run and Smokin’ Chicken Shepherd’s Pie to Try changed from $27.50 to $28 Fish & Chips changed from $28 to $28.50 That Salad with Chicken changed from $22.50 to $23 Bangers + Mash = Yum changed from $27 to $27.50 Crispy Cream Goats Cheese Salad changed from $22 to $23 ADDED: Vegan Burger Really is Quite Tasty Y’Know — breadcrumb coated Portobello mushroom, jalapeno ketchup, arugula, sweet pepper relish, crispy onions for $23 ADDED: Raglan Salmon Salad — pan roasted Foley’s salmon filet with mixed garden leaves, pickled carrots and beetroots, alfalfa sprouts, pomegranate & lemon oil dressing for $24.50 Fish and Chips The lunch and dinner menus have also changed (including some of the brunch changes). Here’s how the “It’s All To Savor” changed: Board of Beauty description changed from “An Irish egg, our cider house pork belly, Bang Bang’s chicken and two smoked beef and crispy onion sliders” to “An Irish egg, our King Calamari, Bang Bang’s chicken and a Bacon and Cabbage mac n cheese bite.” The following was also changed to the It’s All To Savor, in addition to the changes above: Risotto Nua changed from $27.50 to $28 Let There Be No Rush Pork changed from $32.50 to $33 Braised Be Beef changed from $39 to $39.50 A new side was added to the menu: Crispy Skin on Fried Potatoes, Garlic Aioli for $9. It’s BACK! Disney World Is Hosting a POPULAR Festival You Can Attend WITHOUT a Park Ticket B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. The Ybor City-style Dog has been added to the menu. B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. It’s a Quarter Pound All-Beef Hot Dog, Mojo Pork, Pickles, Swiss Cheese, and Mustard on a House-made Roll for $12.79. REVIEW: Disney Springs Beat Out Magic Kingdom for the Plant-Based Crown Amorette’s Patisserie Amorette’s has made changes to its pastries menu and the following have been removed: Pistachio-Cherry Cheesecake, Tropical Cream Puff, Hazelnut Éclair, Vanilla Éclair, Crème Brûlée, and Orange Bird Dome Cake. Amorette’s Patisserie This Haunted Mansion Addition at Disney World Went Viral On Our Instagram Account Blizzard Beach Lottawatta Lodge We’re likely to see quite a few menu changes ahead of Blizzard Beach’s reopening in November. At Lottawatta Lodge, the following had changed: ADDED: Shrimp Rice Bowl — marinated shrimp with jasmine rice, stir-fried vegetables, sesame seeds, and green onions for $15.79 Lottawatta Lodge at Blizzard Beach ADDED: Bacon Cheeseburger — flame-broiled Angus burger topped with bacon, American cheese, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun with choice of coleslaw or fries for $13.29 Review: We’re Trying 2 NEW Eats at a Reopened Disney World Restaurant Keeping up with these restaurant menu changes can be a chore, but you can always check menus before your next trip on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also keep you updated on changes, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. The Sneaky Reason You Should Book an 8PM Reservation for These EPCOT 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 Has your favorite Disney World restaurant recently changed its menu? Let us know in the comments! 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An all-new Avatar experience is coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort! Disney California Adventure In August 2024, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro made a surprising announcement at D23 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Okay… he actually dropped a TON of surprising announcements, and one of them is the Avatar expansion at Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort! And that, of course, begs the question: When will this new Avatar section open? You may already be familiar with Pandora — The World of AVATAR located in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. But Disney shares that this new destination in Disney California Adventure will “bring Pandora to life in a brand-new way,” inspired primarily by Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash and more upcoming Avatar films. Concept art for an Avatar area in Anaheim ©Disney Though this project was officially confirmed by Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro in August 2024, we have been following developments on this story for a little while. Pandora Concept Art ©Disney In March 2024, Disney CEO Bob Iger stated the following during the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference: “We have one Avatar-based land, Pandora, in Florida. We’re going to put a second one in California.” D’Amaro’s announcement serves as the official confirmation. ©Disney This addition will be part of multi-year expansion project in Disneyland. The DisneylandForward website describes “DisneylandForward” as “a multiyear public planning effort with the City of Anaheim to update existing development approvals that will allow Disney to meaningfully invest in Anaheim for years to come and meet the future demands in entertainment.” This has been a proposal that has been in the works since 2021. ©Disney On May 7th, 2024, a historic vote was made by the Anaheim City Council to officially APPROVE the DisneylandForward project! This means that Disneyland can begin to build new experiences for fans, create over 4,500 new jobs in the parks and over 9,000 new jobs in construction in the first 10 years, and bring new revenue to Anaheim. The new area of Pandora will be different than the one in Animal Kingdom and will feature new exciting sights and experiences. The new destination will have all-new adventures that explore Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and more upcoming Avatar films. There will also be a brand-new ride! ©Disney D’Amaro confirmed that the new Coco attraction, a boat right with a similar style to other Disney classic boat rides like Pirates of the Caribbean and Gran Fiesta Tour, is scheduled to open in 2026. With the Avatar expansion being a whole new themed land, we expect a bit of a longer time frame to complete the project. No official dates have been announced, but we wouldn’t expect it before the end of 2026. We will share more information as soon as it is announced! ©Disney We CAN’T WAIT to share EVERYTHING about this exciting expansion as it is revealed. In the meantime, find a COMPLETE GUIDE to Disney California Adventure HERE! Click HERE to learn more about Disney California Adventure! So if you’d love to hear the rest of it, please check out our DFBGuide YouTube video below! 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 about Avatar coming to Disney’s California Adventure? Please let us know with a comment! The post When Is the New Avatar Land Opening in Disney California Adventure? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Extra, extra, read all about it! Seriously, we’re sure Disney World hasn’t had a wink of sleep because it has dropped so many new updates this week. If you’ve missed out, this is your chance to catch up! EPCOT I’m back again with another round of WHAT’S NEW UPDATES AT DISNEY WORLD, a rundown on all the epic news and updates that happened at Disney World this past week. This week, we got the 4-1-1 on a new permit filed for BIG Test Track changes, a BIG ride change coming to EPCOT next week, and one of our favorite Halloween treats is back for a LIMITED time! Are y’all ready? Okay, let’s go! Oh, yes. On September 21st, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will play ONE song for the entire day. Listen for “September” by Earth Wind and Fire if you visit the park! What better song to listen to on this special occasion? Make sure to grab a virtual queue reservation bright and early on September 21st if you’re interested in celebrating the day! The Celebrity Who REFUSES To Watch Toy Story 4 One of Our Favorite Halloween Treats Is BACK in Disney World for a Limited Time The Maleficent Waffle Cone first debuted in Disney World at the 2018 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party where it was made with a lime soft-service ice cream. It then made a comeback at Storybook Treats for the return of the Maleficent Dragon Float for the Festival of Fantasy Parade in 2019. Now, it has returned again for Halloween at another popular Disney World ice cream shop in Disney Springs, but this time it has a surprising twist! Maleficent Waffle Cone This year, for Halloween, Swirls on the Water has brought back the Maleficent Cone! This revamped Maleficent Cone is made with pistachio and purple cheesecake soft-serve swirl in a black vanilla cone and topped with chocolate horns. It’s a fun new take on this popular ice cream cone for $6.49. Maleficent Cone at Swirls on the Water Of course, we had to give this new Maleficent Cone a try! It was a beautiful blend of the pistachio and cheesecake flavors. The chocolate horn pieces are hollow and cute, but they did have a hard staying on, so you might want to eat those first! The black vanilla cone is a nice touch aesthetically with the yellow sprinkles, but it’s not super important to the overall treat flavor. Maleficent Cone The Maleficent Cone isn’t the only Halloween treat you can find at Swirls on the Water. They also have a Pumpkin S’mores Sundae for $6.49, or you can get a taste of the pistachio and purple cheesecake ice cream, the pumpkin and toasted marshmallow ice cream, and the DOLE Whip Pineapple and vanilla swirl ice cream in the sampler for $7.99. Swirls on the Water Halloween menu Swirls on the Water is located along the water at the Marketplace in Disney Springs. They often offer limited-time seasonal items, so every time you stop by, you might find something new! If you like pistachio and cheesecake flavors, we recommend checking out the Maleficent Cone this year. This Haunted Mansion Addition at Disney World Went Viral On Our Instagram Account Of course, that’s not all that happened! There are plenty of things that happen every single day at Disney World. Check out EVERYTHING by clicking through the links below! Our reporters and writers keep these pages updated with all the latest things that take place in the parks — from merchandise drops to new menu items. See for yourself! WHAT'S NEW AT DISNEY? Check out our daily updates on all the happenings around Disney World and Disneyland! Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Disney Hotels Disney Springs Disneyland In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Looking for more big Disney World news? Click here! 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 these big Disney World updates? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT: Disney Debuted 3 Exciting CHANGES This September first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article