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We can’t believe just how much Disney Cruise Line has in store for us! ©Disney The Disney Treasure sets sail later this year, and we already know that not one, but TWO other cruise ships are coming in 2025. The Disney Destiny will be inspired by Disney heroes and villains and will even have passengers choose a side, while the Disney Adventure is inspired after, well, Disney adventures! But what does that really mean? Now we’ve gotten a little more information! While the caption of the video shares that there will be seven uniquely-themed areas on board inspired by some of your favorite Pixar, Marvel, and Disney stories, from the video itself, we think this map hints at what some of those areas may be! ©Disney The beginning of the video shows a young boy playing with some of the characters from Toy Story, hinting at the Toy Story-themed area on board! So far, we know that Toy Story Place will be a spot for kids to hang out with friends from Andy’s Room in an interactive water play area with different themed food spots. ©Disney Next, we see some people posing in front of an Iron Man mural, which matches the fact that we’ve known we’re getting a Marvel area — but maybe we’ll see a focus on Iron Man! Disney previously shared that the Marvel Landing on the ship will offer an “Avengers-level adventure featuring thrilling attractions” and an all-new experience. Yes, Disney said ATTRACTIONS. New Marvel attractions on a ship, people! ©Disney The last clear clue shows a little girl in an Elsa dress looking up as it snows, so we’re expecting to see an area dedicated to Frozen, too! ©Disney We do know the names of the new areas that will be on board, though, which is incredibly exciting! Disney Imagination Garden Disney Discovery Reef San Fransokyo Street Marvel Landing Toy Story Place Town Square Wayfinder Bay Disney Just Dropped 5 HUGE Updates About Its NEWEST Cruise Ship We’re hoping to hear more about this ship at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, which is coming up in just a few weeks! At this time, we do know that the ship will be sailing on 3- and 4-night cruises from Singapore, and those interested in booking information are encouraged to sign up to get more information when it’s released —including when booking will open! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney Cruise trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Small World Vacations We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney Adventure and Disney Cruise Line news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out these new additions being added to the Disney Treasure! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What area are you most looking forward to seeing on the Disney Adventure? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Releases NEW Clues About Its HUGE Adventure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We would argue that Disney World’s live entertainment is some of the best in the world. Cinderella Castle There are several outdoor shows put on by characters and Cast Members in each of the parks. Street performers, parades, cavalcades, and other shows pop up throughout the day and bring us lots of joy. Occasionally, Disney will cancel or temporarily remove some of this entertainment for varying reasons. Recently, two shows were suspended for a couple of weeks, but we’re happy to report that they have officially returned back to Magic Kingdom! Let the Magic Begin in a stage show in front of Cinderella Castle that features Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, and more favorite Disney characters. It welcomes you into the park for the day with music, dancing, and an all-around good time. Unfortunately, this show has been gone from Magic Kingdom since July 7th. Let the Magic Begin! But we bring you good news! Today, July 28th, the show has returned to Cinderella Castle! We caught it around 10AM, just an hour after Magic Kingdom opened for the day. You will now be able to see this show daily once again in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. Goofy and Tiana singing and dancing at Let the Magic Begin Let the Magic Begin was not the only show temporarily gone from Magic Kingdom. Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire, which also takes place in front of Cinderella Castle, was also gone for the past few weeks. But luckily, it is back on the schedule for various times throughout the day! Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire We’re so excited that these two stage shows are once again back home for us all to enjoy! Be sure to check your Disney World app (My Disney Experience app) for locations and updated times of all the shows around Disney World. Parades, fireworks, stage shows, and more are all listed right on the app for your convenience. ©Disney We’re always watching for closures and re-openings around Disney World, so be sure to keep following DFB for all your up-to-date Disney World news! Why Disney Fans Should Be Glued To Their Computers Starting August 7th at 8:30AM 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 is your favorite show at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! 2 Shows Have RETURNED to Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re gearing up for some BUSY weeks of Disney news! Cinderella Castle Several big Disney projects have been announced in the past few months and years, and we’re eager to get updates on everything that’s coming soon. Thankfully, it’s that time of year! A couple of major Disney events are happening at the beginning of August, and we’re here to update you on EVERYTHING. Starting out on August 7th at 8:30AM, The Walt Disney Company will do its quarterly earnings call. These don’t always come with major announcements, but we usually at least get a few news updates out of them. We learn more about Disney’s dealings with streaming, the financial reports from the company, and business strategies for the future. The Walt Disney Company headquarters in California Occasionally, Disney CEO Bob Iger will take the earnings call as an opportunity to make some news-worthy announcements, so we’ll be tuning in to see if anything comes up. We also like to comb through the financial reports when they’re released before the earnings call, so stay tuned that morning for all the updates. ©Disney The earnings call is on a Wednesday, and then by Friday, we’ll be in a whirlwind weekend of Disney events! At Disney World, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off on Friday, August 9th, and we’ll be there for opening night. The annual event features trick-or-treating, exclusive entertainment, rare character meets, and lots of other not-quite-spooky fun throughout the night. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Typically, we have quite a few things to share from Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, including snack reviews, character updates, wait times, and crowd reports. Sometimes Disney even adds new offerings, like new segments in the parade or new performers around the park, so we’ll make sure to report back if we spot anything! Main Street U.S.A. at night Also on August 9th, bookings will open for those wishing to sail on the Disney Destiny. This new cruise ship sets sail in December 2025 and will have a heroes and villains theme. We’ll be getting more information about the ship and its offerings starting July 30th. The Disney Destiny | ©Disney But the BIG kicker is that D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event starts on August 9th and runs through August 11th. It’s a weekend-long event filled with special panels and showcases that talk about all of Disney’s ongoing and upcoming projects. And Disney will definitely be announcing some BIG news during the event! ©Disney One of the most highly-anticipated offerings from that event will be the Disney Experiences Showcase, where Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro will take the stage to talk about what’s coming next for the Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line. We’re hoping for updates about upcoming park expansions and the new cruise ships that have been recently announced! ©Disney Essentially, we’ve got quite a bit of Disney news to prepare for in the coming weeks, so you might want to be glued to your computers starting on August 7th. It’s going to be an absolute whirlwind of announcements and excitement! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click Here to Learn More About Announcements We Could Expect Soon! 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 Which announcements are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Disney Fans Should Be Glued To Their Computers Starting August 7th at 8:30AM first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a lot of things you need to consider when planning a Disney World trip. Orlando International Airport You’ll need to figure out your budget. Then you’ll need to pick your hotel, decide what kind of park ticket to get, and figure out HOW you’re getting to Orlando. Now, the latter is starting to get a lot easier, especially if you plan on flying because Orlando International Airport is getting new nonstop flights all the time. Now, several new nonstop flights have been added to the airport. According to The Orlando Business Journal, JetBlue has added new nonstop flights to Orlando International Airport, including a seasonal route to and from Portland, Maine that will fly to Orlando three times a week starting October 10th. JetBlue also added a daily year-round flight to Orlando from Manchester, New Hampshire, starting January 23rd, 2025. ©JetBlue JetBlue will also begin flying from Long Island, New York to Orlando starting on October 24th. This will be the first time JetBlue has flown to Orlando from that location. More daily flights to Orlando are also being added to New York’s Buffalo, Albany, and Syracuse airports. ©JetBlue However, once you get to the Orlando Airport, you still need to figure out how to get to Disney World from there. You have several options available, including renting a car, using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, or booking a shared shuttle service like Mears Connect driven by Sunshine. Mears Connect If you’ve never flown into Orlando International Airport, we’ve put together some of our best tips for navigating the airport here. Stay tuned to DFB for more. If you want to do some planning before your flight (or even on the plane!), check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We’ve compiled all of our BEST tips and tricks from years of Disney World travel into one eBook that you can download to your tablet or smartphone and take with you! 2 Reasons WE HAVE BEEF With the Orlando Airport 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 airline do you use to fly to Disney World? Share with us in the comments! The post NEWS: JetBlue Adds 3 NEW Nonstop Flights to Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You may want to avoid this hotel for the foreseeable future. Polynesian Village Resort The Polynesian Village Resort is one of the most iconic at Walt Disney World. One of two original hotels to open with the complex in 1971 — the other being the Contemporary Resort — the resort has long been a jewel of the resort, often hailed by many as the epitome of Disney theming. However, you may want to steer clear of it for the next couple of years. The Polynesian has seen its fair share of construction, refurbishments, and changes over the years. However, there’s currently a confluence of projects at the hotel that all-told will keep the hotel essentially under some degree of construction for the next two years! Polynesian Village Resort lobby According to Disney, “Now through 2026, you may see and hear construction and refurbishment work during daytime hours. The ongoing enhancements may impact views of the theme park and other surrounding areas. To minimize disruptions during your stay, activities that may create noise will begin no earlier than 9:00AM. Refurbishment work is subject to change due to operational needs or weather conditions.” Yes, you read that right: If you want to stay at the Polynesian without ANY type of construction happening, you’ll likely need to wait until 2027! One of those construction projects is the Disney Vacation Club Island Tower. According to Disney, the tower’s design represents a desire to “complete the vision created by Disney Imagineers decades ago while embracing the rich culture from the Polynesian Islands.” However, unfortunately for Disney, many fans don’t see it that way. Island Tower under construction. Instead, many believe that the new tower embraces modern hotel design principles and aesthetics at the expense of the intricate theming and sense of place that the original Polynesian Resort embodies so well. Of course, like any Disney construction project, it’s best to wait until the tower is fully open and operational before judging either way. This construction has years left… The Polynesian Village Resort is one of Walt Disney World’s most famous and beloved resorts. However, given the amount of construction happening over the next several years, it may be best to skip over the resort until 2027! Stay tuned to DFB for further updates on on-going Walt Disney World construction projects. 5 Strange Things Disney World Pros Always Pack Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts on the Polynesian’s on-going construction projects? Let us know in the comments below. The post The One Hotel You’ll Want to AVOID in Disney World Until… 2027?! 👀 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As you probably know, Disney World food is very important to us. PB & J Croissant at Everything Pop Food Court We keep track of attraction closures happening all around Disney World, but when we hear about a restaurant getting a refurbishment, our ears quickly perk up. That’s why this food court news was important to us! Some of our favorite snacks can be found at two Disney World hotel food courts that are getting some work done. Luckily, one will be back to full capacity this week while another will begin some changes. World Premiere Food Court — Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort The World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has been undergoing refurbishment throughout July. The World Premiere Food Court This food court closed for refurbishment on July 1st, but it will reopen this week on July 31st. While it has been getting a face-lift, guests have been able to mobile order from a limited menu on the Disney World app. Everything POP Shopping & Dining — Disney’s Pop Century Resort Just as World Premiere Food Court reopens, Everything Pop will be beginning its own bit of refurbishment. ©Disney Starting July 29th, Everything Pop will be getting some work done. The refurbishment is set to last until September 29th. However, while the work is being done, guests can still use the Disney World app to mobile order food. You may need to use alternate entrances to access the food court and seating may be limited. Luckily, anyone staying at these hotels will continue to be able to get food and drinks during these refurbishments! But what else will be closed during your trip to Disney World this week? Keep reading to find out! Magic Kingdom Peter Pan’s Flight One of Magic Kingdom’s most popular rides closed for refurbishment on July 8th! Peter Pan’s Flight is closed. Peter Pan’s Flight will be closed until August 21st. While Disney hasn’t commented on the closure, a permit filed for the ride indicates some general construction. We’ll be keeping our eyes open for any more information concerning any changes coming to this popular ride! If I Were You, I’d Avoid Magic Kingdom on These 4 Days in February Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade We had to say goodbye to an opening day attraction on June 23rd. Shootin’ Arcade The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade was around for generations and provided simple fun to all who played. Now, the attraction has closed to make room for a new Disney Vacation Club lounge. This lounge will be the third in Disney World, joining one in EPCOT and one at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Disney has not yet announced when the new lounge will open. This Is Easily the Best New Thing to Do in Magic Kingdom Right Now Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service restaurant that has been closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Tomorrowland Terrace Once in a while, you’ll see the dining room open as a rest area (and it’s still being used for the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties), but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Tomorrowland Terrace seating Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates. If you’re looking for a nice spot to hang out in Disney World and sit down for a rest, this could be it! A RARE Character Meet and Greet Has Returned to Magic Kingdom After FOUR YEARS EPCOT Test Track Test Track closed on June 17th, and Disney is giving this ride a BIG makeover! Test Track Disney has shared that the new version of Test Track will take inspiration from the old ride, World of Motion, that was originally there when the park opened in 1982. Other than that, Disney hasn’t shared many other details about the project. We don’t even have a reopening date yet, but we’ll be watching for more updates. Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is currently closed as a dining location in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when the restaurant could fully reopen. Restaurant Marrakesh However, it opens from time to time as a KidCot station and a lounge. So if you’re in the Morocco Pavilion, check it out to see if it’s open. We’re watching for updates on when the full restaurant could reopen! We’ve Gotta Share Some BAD NEWS About the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Voyage of the Little Mermaid is currently closed in Disney World. We recently spotted some construction walls up at the show! Voyage of the Little Mermaid will soon become “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure” Disney is going to introduce a new, updated show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure” and is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Fall 2024. ©Disney It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” We Officially Feel OLD. This Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ride Just Turned 30 Blizzard Beach Blizzard Beach closed for refurbishment on March 17th. Blizzard Beach While Blizzard Beach is closed, Typhoon Lagoon is currently open. The two water parks often rotate off and on for being open. Disney has not announced when Blizzard Beach might reopen. We’ll be watching for any updates, though! Click here to learn all about Typhoon Lagoon. Disney World Hotels Barbados leisure pool The Barbados leisure pool will be closed at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort from July 29th through the end of September 2024. Barbados Leisure Pool Closure This resort is organized into villages and each area has its own leisure pool. While the Barbados leisure pool is closed, check out one of the other several options around the resort! Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check out more upcoming closures and current construction projects at Disney World here. 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Every week, we check the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! This week, the Magic Kingdom classic saw incremental wait increases, while the rest of Walt Disney World remained relatively staid, with some decreases. Lightning Lanes in Walt Disney World Disney World’s longest average wait time was for Flight of Passage, as usual, but the ride saw a rare 9-minute DROP in its average wait time. It will be interesting to see what, if any, effect the new Lighting Lane system will have on wait times next week. Take a look at this week’s average wait times — going from highest to lowest! Magic Kingdom Wait Times The Magic Kingdom park saw some interesting increases across the board this week. None were large, many within a minute or two, but overall, they seemed to indicate that the park was a bit busier this past week. (REMINDER: Tron Lightcycle/Run does not currently use a standby queue; it’s not included here, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure does not have a standby queue yet.) Space Mountain Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 61 minutes Space Mountain — 48 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 37 minutes Jungle Cruise — 36 minutes Haunted Mansion — 33 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 31 minutes “it’s a small world!” Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 28 minutes Astro Orbiter — 26 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 24 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 22 minutes “it’s a small world” — 20 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 18 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 17 minutes The Country Bears Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 15 minutes Liberty Square Riverboat — 15 minutes Country Bear Musical Jamboree — 13 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 12 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 11 minutes Enchanted Tiki Room — 9 minutes Mad Tea Party — 9 minutes Carousel of Progress Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 10 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 8 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse — 3 minutes Hall of Presidents — 0 minutes A RARE Character Meet and Greet Has Returned to Magic Kingdom After FOUR YEARS EPCOT Wait Times EPCOT’s wait time champion was still Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure as usual, but overall, EPCOT saw the opposite of Magic Kingdom this week. Wait times were actually slightly down on average across the board this week. (NOTE: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind does not currently use a standby queue, so it’s not included here.) Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 49 minutes Frozen Ever After — 44 minutes Soarin’ — 25 minutes Mission: SPACE — 19 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour Turtle Talk with Crush — 15 minutes Spaceship Earth — 12 minutes Journey into Imagination — 10 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 8 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 9 minutes Living with the Land — 7 minutes Test Track, Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. Lies About EPCOT You Thought Were True Animal Kingdom Wait Times Animal Kingdom’s Flight of Passage remains the busiest ride at the park (and resort overall), but its wait fell by 9 minutes this week. However, the waits of Kali River Rapids and Na’vi River Journey both went up, seemingly to compensate. You’ll probably sit with strangers on Kali River Rapids Avatar Flight of Passage — 84 minutes Kali River Rapids — 53 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 52 minutes Expedition Everest — 35 minutes Dinosaur Kilimanjaro Safaris — 25 minutes Dinosaur — 25 minutes It’s Tough to Be a Bug — 10 minutes TriceraTop Spin — 6 minutes The Boneyard — 0 minutes REVIEW: Well, This is Further Proof That Disney’s Animal Kingdom Is the BEST Park for Food Hollywood Studios Wait Times Hollywood Studios remained mostly unchanged this week, with Slinky Dog Dash and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster leading the pack. One note, the wait time for the Tower of Terror jumped by approximately 5 minutes. Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land Slinky Dog Dash — 68 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 64 Minutes Rise of the Resistance — 56 minutes Toy Story Mania — 52 minutes Tower of Terror — 50 minutes Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 47 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 43 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 30 minutes Star Tours Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy — 14 minutes Star Tours — 12 minutes Muppet Vision 3D — 10 minutes Walt Disney Presents — 5 minutes. We Officially Feel OLD. This Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ride Just Turned 30 Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! The Biggest Lightning Lane Mistake Rookies Will Definitely Make In Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! The post WHERE Are the Crowds?! The Wait for Disney World’s BUSIEST Ride DROPPED by Nearly 10% Last Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Seeing celebrities in Disney World is always fun because they get to have the same fun and make magical memories just like we can! Magic Kingdom Over the years, we’ve seen many celebrities have fun with their family and friends in the parks — most recently we spotted an iconic couple dressed in style as they walked around the parks, someone rode Flight of Passage and loved it, and another celebrity held a mini pep rally in EPCOT. But now, one of our absolute favorite triple-threat celebrities had a blast in the Most Magical Place on Earth and we LOVE that for him! Jordan Fisher, most known in the Disney world for his vocals on the iconic Happily Ever After song that plays during the iconic fireworks show of the same name in Magic Kingdom each night, just visited Disney World and seems to have had an amazing time! Disney shared a photo of him with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure… ©Disney …but he also shared some personal photos of his own of other experiences he had on his trip with his wife, Ellie Fisher. @jordanfisher on Instagram His caption indicated that the trip was just for the two of them, saying “mom and dad got away.” We’re so glad it looks like they had a wonderful time on their trip! @jordanfisher on Instagram We love seeing that they got to experience one of the most popular rides in the park right now, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. However, we must ask — Jordan, how did you look SO calm on that ride? That’s not an easy feat! @jordanfisher on Instagram Getting ready to go on your own trip and are making sure you have everything planned out? Check out the most recent news from the parks below! Three Huge Hotel Changes Have Been Announced for Disney World in 2025 DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Lightning Lane Multi Pass is HERE, Rare Meet and Greets & More! Cooling Towel Vs Neck Fan — Which One Is Better for Disney World? NEWS: Disney Treasure Shares NEW LOOK at 2 BIG Additions 2 Suspicious Things Disney Has Done Ahead of the HUGE August 10th News Drop EPCOT We’re in the Disney World parks every single day and bringing you all the latest news, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! People fly this airline to Disney World all the time, and it’s CHANGING — our readers have THOUGHTS 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 celebrity would you love to see in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Celebrity SPOTTED in Disney World! Guess Who Just Rode Cosmic Rewind first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Around these parts, we definitely love a live show at Disney World! Let the Magic Begin! Over the years, we’ve seen shows come and go, but tomorrow, two stage shows will be coming back to the Magic Kingdom! We’re so excited. Let’s go over the details! You read it right. Both Let The Magic Begin AND Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire are returning to Magic Kingdom Tomorrow, Sunday, July 28th! ©Disney Let the Magic Begin is a show that happens bright and early at 8:55AM on the Cinderella Castle stage in front of the castle. Mickey, Minnie and their friends welcome you to Magic Kingdom and wish you a magical day. Let the Magic Begin! Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire also takes place on the Cinderella Castle stage in front of the castle at 10:00AM, 11:10AM, 12:45PM, 1:45PM, and 4:00PM. ©Disney In this one, keep on the lookout for friends like Tiana, Naveen, Rapunzel, Flynn, Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and more! Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire These shows are so fun and cute, and we’re stoked to see them return to the Magic Kingdom. Until then, for more Disney news, keep following DFB! A RARE Character Meet and Greet Has Returned to Magic Kingdom After FOUR YEARS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited to see these stage shows on your next Disney World visit? Let us know in the comments below. The post Don't Forget About This Magic Kingdom CHANGE Starting Tomorrow! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

D23 Members, get ready for NEW discounts. D23 is HERE! Members of Disney’s fan club D23 can often find discounts at Disney locations and events. Right now — in the lead-up to D23’s massive Ultimate Fan Event in August — Gold Members or festival attendees will be able to find two massive discounts timed for the convention at a major Anaheim resort. The first of the discounts located at the Westin Anaheim Resort can be found at their signature restaurant. The hotel’s Tangerine Room — a restaurant specializing in “modern Californian cuisine that celebrates seasonal ingredients and local flavors” — is offering one complimentary dessert with the purchase of an entrée… ©D23 The offer can only be redeemed in person, and requires guests to “present their D23 Gold Membership card OR this year’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event credentials with the purchase of two or more entrees and enjoy a complimentary dessert.” The second Westin offer can be found at the hotel’s Blossom Cafe & Market. According to the hotel, those who visit the market during the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event from August 9th through the 11th will receive 15% off their food and beverage purchases when they present their D23 Gold Membership card or D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Badge. ©D23 The offer includes all made-to-order and prepackaged food items. Like the Tangerine Room offer, this one must be redeemed in person as well and guests must “mention (the) promotion at checkout and present their D23 Gold Membership card OR this year’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event credentials to redeem the offer.” According to Disney, the 2024 D23 event has been” reimagined to be more expansive and more immersive than ever before, with three packed days of showcases with stars and storytellers, sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes moments, thrilling performances, shopping, surprises, and more.” ©Disney From August 9th through August 11th, D23 Gold Members and those attending the D23 Ultimate Fan Event can find two massive discounts at the Westin Anaheim Resort. Stay tuned to DFB for further updates on D23. Disney Teases 7 HUGE Announcements for D23 — The Biggest Fan Event of the Year Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you looking forward to this year’s D23 event? Let us know in the comments below. The post 🚨 2 EXCLUSIVE Discounts Revealed for D23 Members 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re HUGE fans of some of the classic dining spots around Disney World, and Magic Kingdom is home to some old favorites! Between the classic rides, classic characters, and classic restaurants at this park, there’s plenty to keep us busy at Magic Kingdom. But one of our favorite things to do is sit down for a nice, filling meal. And that’s exactly what we’re doing today! Dessert! In our continuous journey to visit every single Disney World restaurant, we’ve had some real winners and some that didn’t leave much of a lasting impression on us at all. So, that gave us an idea — would a beloved Magic Kingdom restaurant STILL stand up to the test of time? While there is table seating throughout, there are also booth-type seating setups, but we were seated at a standalone table. Seating Once we were seated, we were offered menus. Menu The menu here includes all the food you care to enjoy, served right to your table! You’ll start with the Declaration Salad and bread with butter, followed by the Patriot’s Platter of your main foods, and you’ll wrap things up with the famous Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake dessert. Liberty Tree Tavern Menu You can also purchase a selection of specialty wines and non-alcoholic beverages separately to add to your meal. Beverage menu Plus, there are plenty of fountain sodas, milk, teas, and juices. Drinks To start us off, we decided to order a few drinks to get in the spirit. We opted for the Tavern Punch as a non-alcoholic option and the Gold Rush to try something with alcohol in it! To keep it simple, though, let’s talk about the most interesting first — the Tavern Punch. This drink is made of frozen lemon-flavored Dole Whip and Sprite and cost us $9. Tavern Punch If you’re already interested in how it looks, it tastes even better! Before it melted into a full liquid, the lemon Dole Whip and fizzy Sprite combo tasted almost like lemon Italian Ice. We found it to be delightful and a solid bet if you find yourself on the fence about ordering it, especially if you’re into trying out different Dole Whip flavors. Then, we turned our attention to the Gold Rush. This spirit is made of Elijah Craig 12yr Kentucky Straight Bourbon, lemon juice, and honey garnished with crystalized ginger and cost us $17. Gold Rush Admittedly, our initial thoughts about it were that we were about to pay a hefty price tag for a measly drink with a little bit of alcohol, but boy, were we wrong! This is no wimpy drink by any stretch of the imagination, and if you’re an avid bourbon enthusiast who likes a more commanding taste, this is a great option! Eats Now, it’s time to get started chowing down. As we mentioned before, the main dining options for the meal have already been preselected for you. To dine here, the meal itself will cost you $42 for adults and $23 for kids ages 3-9. For appetizers, we were offered the Declaration Salad and house-made rolls. Let’s get started! The salad is made of mixed greens, apples, cranberries, and shredded cheese tossed with the restaurant’s house-made dressing! Declaration Salad We loved this salad, and for a house-made dressing, it really hit the spot. The mixed greens were what we’ve come to expect from Disney World, and on their own, they wouldn’t have been much to describe, but when they were woken up with the added flavors from the fruity apple and cranberry, the flavor really popped! So crunchy The rolls were divine! If you’re familiar with a Parker House-style roll, that’s basically what these were, with some additional butter and spices rubbed on top. Rolls They were pillowy, soft, and curved when you smushed them, and you could see the golden color of the added butter baked into the edges. Pure bread perfection, and we know Disney World bread! When our main course was ready, it was served all together. Allow us to introduce you to the Patriot’s Platter, made of roasted turkey, pot roast, and oven-roasted pork with herbed stuffing. Patriot’s Platter Our plate also included mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables, which, in our case, were green beans. Sides We also got a house-made macaroni & cheese. Mac & Cheese In addition to the platter, we were served a house-made gravy to accompany our meats. House-made gravy If it doesn’t look like it by now, our table was full! We had several reporters helping to tackle this huge meal, and it took every single one of us by surprise at how much the food filled our table! Admittedly, this is where we had to bid the rest of the Declaration Salad goodbye and dig into our next eats. Time to dig in! We’re going to tell you about it all just like it’s served — at the same time! We found the meats to be well cooked, juicy, and have incredible flavor (we especially liked the pot roast and pork). Pairing it with the herbed stuffing, which was just sticky enough, and the cranberry sauce served on the side really made us feel like we were sitting down to eat a traditional Thanksgiving feast. A plate of our own The veggies between the gravy-smothered mushrooms and the green beans were cooked just right to bring out the best of their flavors. We got to digging into the mashed potatoes so fast that we almost forgot to try the house-made gravy over them! Just look at that perfection This was more like a turkey gravy than a beef-based gravy. It still had good flavor and paired very well with the stuffing. Pot roast The mac & cheese was super creamy and cheesy and probably the highlight of our meal (we know, don’t judge us, we’re obsessed with Disney World’s mac & cheese options). Honestly, this version has put other versions of plain ol’ mac & cheese to shame, and we could have eaten our weight’s worth. It’s too bad we couldn’t fit more in with this main meal because once we started slowing down, we realized we STILL needed to save a little bit of room for dessert! The Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake is this restaurant’s staple dessert, and it’s not hard to see why. In short, it’s a toffee cake covered in vanilla ice cream, drizzled with warm chocolate and caramel, and topped with caramel chips. Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake You’ve really got to have a sweet tooth for this one because it divided our entire team! While we started off really strong, we fear those extra caramel chip toppings may have been our kryptonite — or was it the toffee pieces sticking to our back teeth? From the other side Either way, this dessert is almost screaming to be shared because the one thing we all could agree on was that you’d have to be a brave, strong person to tackle it solo! Just a bite As the ice cream cascaded over the toffee cake and the chocolate drizzle melted into the toppings, we found ourselves in a whirlwind of warm chocolate and caramel flavors that just kept getting sweeter with each bite. If there ever was such a treat we absolutely had to walk away from because we just couldn’t take the sweetness overload, we fear this was our match. Overall We think this precious restaurant should be protected at all costs. The meal here is filling and delightful, and there’s hardly any way you’re leaving here with an empty stomach. Turkey If you’ve not grabbed the side of your mouth as you’re leaving Liberty Tree Tavern, did you even eat any of the Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake? We think not! Nosh or Not? Declare yourself part of the feast at Liberty Tree Tavern if… You’re ready to taste a classic Thanksgiving in Disney World. This meal had all the flavors and familiarity of home, and we think that’s worth its weight in gold! Picky eaters — you’re safe here! Seriously, while it’s not a full buffet, the menu here isn’t terribly adventurous or kicked up a notch with extra spices and seasoning, making it a great fit for picky eaters. Your meal HAS to be worth the price. We had a hard time finding fault with this meal from the theming to the service to the quality of our food and drinks, and we think it’s a pretty solid bet for you to make too when choosing where you want to eat in Disney World next. Respectfully decline the invitation to join in if… You prefer an a la carte or single entree. While you can certainly portion out your own meal into an individual plate, the main course is served family-style, so you might find food touching other food here. The menu here seems too boring. Sure, there’s an interesting dessert here (that tastes just as great), but if you’re not as impressed with the rest of the menu and find it a bit boring, well, there are other interesting eats at other restaurants. Eating a super filling meal and then returning to the heat just doesn’t sound appealing. This is pretty self-explanatory, but we’ve gotten feedback from readers before who choose not to eat heavy meals while visiting the parks and prefer to snack or pick up lighter bites in the heat. We’re ALWAYS eating our way around Disney World (even if we’ve dined there before)! We’re working hard to update our reviews to help you make the best choices for dining options on your next Disney World trip! While you’re here, check out a few more of our reviews below and stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for even more! REVIEW: Does This EPCOT Restaurant Really Deserve Its Poor Reputation? We Found Out! 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! Have you ever dined at Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom? Tell us all about your experience in the comments below! The post REVIEW: We Came to This Famous Magic Kingdom Restaurant for the Dessert, but STAYED for the Bizarre Tomato Baby first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Deciding what to wear to Disney World is VERY difficult — we get it! Magic Kingdom Trust us, we’ve been there. You’re tearing through your closet, trying to find the outfit pieces that will be cute yet functional for long days walking around the parks. However, sometimes you decide to take a risk, which can be great! …Or it may turn into a bit of a disaster. Many Disney World fans think these particular fashion choices are quite the faux pas, so here’s how you can avoid them! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Now, to preface, you wear whatever YOU would like to Disney World and whatever you’ll be comfortable in! However, there are some situations you need to prepare for, some of them that specifically stem from what you choose to wear, so we’re just giving you these as a heads-up! Getting Soaked If you’re in Disney World on a rainy day and don’t have any rain gear, it’s almost a guarantee that unless you take cover JUST in time and stay there, you very well may get soaked. And there’s nothing wrong with that…as long as your outfit can hold up when it’s soaking wet. Storm over EPCOT We’ve seen firsthand that people who have worn these adorable and elegant outfits to Disney World look incredible, but then they get wet, and things go downhill really fast. Now, we’re not telling you to NOT wear these outfits, but we are saying that if your outfit isn’t water-friendly, you need to bring some kind of rain gear with you to keep yourself dry without needing to hide inside for (potentially) hours. We personally love the Cosowe Ponchos! ©Amazon This is a fantastic product to keep you dry all day as you walk through the parks, and it’s cheaper than buying a poncho in Disney World, which will rip easily and, therefore, ruin its effectiveness. Plus, you can grab the clear ones, so your outfit can still be seen! Don’t miss it! However, if you’re looking for something REALLY sturdy and don’t care as much about your outfit being seen, we also love the FROGG TOGGS Poncho! FROGG TOGGS Poncho This thing is AMAZING. Water practically rolls right off of it, and it’s dry almost the moment you step out of the rain! Check it out! Wearing Something That Chafes You No need to be embarrassed! It’s happened to most of us out there. Chafing doesn’t just happen in one area either — it can happen almost anywhere on your body. Chafing often comes from the type of clothes you’re wearing in the parks, but the strap of your bag could also chafe your arms, OR your ears could chafe the sides of your head. Animal Kingdom Again, we’re not necessarily saying to avoid wearing anything that could chafe you (because that’s a LOT of different items and hey, Disney World is hot and we totally get wanting to wear as few layers as possible sometimes), but this is where being prepared comes in handy. We absolutely recommend carrying around the Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Stick! ©Amazon This stuff will SAVE YOU! We’ve had many members of our team swear by it. Even those of us who don’t typically chafe keep some on our bag for the off chance that something changes that day and our skin gets irritated. You just rub a little bit on wherever you need it, and you’re good to go! Add it to your cart! Wearing Fancy/Impractical Shoes For the WHOLE Day We totally understand packing a pair of fancy heels or shoes for a special dining reservation you have in Disney World the evening of your trip, but make no mistake — wearing impractical shoes for your ENTIRE day is a major mistake. Crowds You’ll be doing MILES of walking each day of your Disney World trip, and you won’t want to be doing it in heels or uncomfortable shoes. Again, we’ve been there and are BEGGING you to not make the same mistake we have, but if you do (or if you wear good shoes but your skin blisters anyway), it’s best to be prepared with some Moleskin. ©Amazon These are thick (but not too thick) bandages that come in multiple different sizes and shapes to best fit where you need it. It’ll protect your skin from further irritation which is VERY important! Grab some here! Wearing A Universal Shirt in Disney World This one is a little silly, but it’s on this list for a reason. Many people who come to visit Disney World from far away, or who haven’t done a ton of research may be confused on what’s actually in the parks. We can’t tell you how many times we’ve overheard people wondering where Harry Potter land or Jurassic Park is in the parks, and the truth is that they’re nowhere — those are over at Universal Orlando. Hogwarts at Universal’s Islands of Adventure While Universal Orlando is very close to Disney World in retrospect (only about half an hour away at most), they’re two completely different companies with different IP and attractions. So every time we see a Universal Orlando shirt, or a shirt based on their IP or attractions, in Disney World, we can’t help but cringe a little bit. Harry Potter Hogsmeade at Universal Studios And now we know we’re not alone in this! A lot of our readers feel the same way and would feel the same if they saw a Disney World shirt in Universal Orlando. No Harry Potter here! We’re always here to help you prepare for your next Disney World trip, so stay tuned to DFB! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our Disney World essentials! What else would you add to this list? Tell us in the comments! The post Over 60% of Disney Fans Agree this Outfit is a Theme Park Fashion Faux Pas first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re traveling through the Orlando International Airport soon, we’ve got an important update that could impact your plans. Orlando International Airport From delays and cancellations to policy changes, there can be a lot to stay on top of when it comes to flying. That’s why we try to keep an eye out for any unexpected changes so you aren’t caught off guard when traveling for your vacation! There are several different transportation options when traveling to and from the Orlando International Airport. Of course, there are options like Uber and car rentals. But if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly choice, you could take LYNX, the public transit provider for Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Lynx Bus The LYNX buses offer regular service to and from the Orlando International Airport with stops at major destinations around the city. In fact, in April, LYNX even added an express route between the airport and Disney Springs. But if you’re planning to use this service on an upcoming trip, we’ve got an important update about a temporary change! Lynx Bus Due to airport construction, the regular LYNX bus bays A38-A41 will be closed from Monday, July 29th, until noon on Wednesday, July 31st. During that time, LYNX will instead use the bays A35-A37. If the temporary bays are occupied when a bus arrives, it will loop back around to ensure safe passenger pickup. Lynx bus If you are planning to use a LYNX bus to or from the airport during next week’s closure, be sure to keep this temporary change in mind so you’re heading to the correct bus bay! Inside Lynx bus We’ll continue to be on the lookout for more news that could impact your upcoming travel plans, so stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest updates! Gen Z Is IGNORING This Travel Trend 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 is your go-to transportation method for getting to and from the Orlando airport? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING: Airport Construction Could Impact Your Upcoming Disney World Trip! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has already started gearing up for the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and we can’t wait! 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival This summertime festival is the BIGGEST one of the year, bringing tons of food booths, a concert series, and all kinds of themed entertainment to the park. Disney has been keeping the full list of booths and menus a secret, but we’ve already gotta share some bad news about this year’s Food & Wine Festival! The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival will be here before we know it and we can’t wait! But, if you’re planning a trip to this year’s festival, we do have some bad news we’ve gotta share with you — which doesn’t mean you can’t still have a good time, but it does mean you might want to be a bit more prepared. Let’s get into it! It’s Shorter This Year This year, the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival will officially begin on August 29th and run through November 23rd! This is shorter than we’ve seen in recent years — for example, in 2023, the festival dates were July 27th through November 18th. That’s a whole month shorter in 2024 than in 2023! But, this isn’t exactly all that surprising, and we’ll tell you why. EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2023 This festival timeline is more consistent with the timeline from before the COVID-19-related closures. In 2019, the Food and Wine Festival ran from August 29th through November 23rd, and the Flower and Garden Festival ran from March 6th to June 3rd. You might notice that the dates for this year are exactly the same as in 2019 — before Disney changed things up by extending the festival. This is something to keep in mind if you’re planning a trip, though! It’s HOT! We know — this isn’t shocking, and it certainly isn’t exclusive to the 2024 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, either. But we think people seriously underestimate just how oppressively hot it can get at Disney World — especially if you’re planning on going right when the festival kicks off. You might be prepared for 95-degree weather, but are you prepared to eat hot cheese soup in 95-degree weather? Spaceship Earth We always recommend sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen, plenty of water (don’t get dehydrated, people!), and taking breaks in the air conditioning or shade when you can. This is especially true if you plan on doing some imbibing of alcohol during your festival day! Ride Closures Could Mean Long Lines Test Track is currently closed for refurbishment! Disney hasn’t released too many details about what the ride experience will be like just yet, but, they did mention that it will take inspiration from World of Motion, the ride that was originally there when the park opened in 1982. But, as far as the Food and Wine Festival goes, this might have an impact on lines at food booths! Test Track Since Test Track is one of the more popular parks at EPCOT, it usually garners quite a line — meaning it can hold a ton of park visitors at once. With this ride being closed, all those people are going to have to go somewhere and that might end up being the line for the booth you want. ©Disney Of course, the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival is a beloved tradition that keeps people coming back year after year, and for good reason! But, if you follow our tips and tricks you can still have the best time! Speaking of which… If you’re planning your trip to the Food & Wine Festival and want to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun, make sure to check out our DFB Guide to the Food & Wine Festival! We’ve compiled all of our knowledge from decades of visiting this festival and included tons of helpful tips for you to use so you can plan the perfect trip. We also have lots of fun Food & Wine Festival merch — like t-shirts, tank tops, and sweatshirts — on our DFB store online! Check those out here! Food and Wine Vibes! We’ll make sure to keep you in the loop with more festival news, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! We’ll be there on the first day of the festival to try ALL the booths and share our reviews. Learn More About the Food & Wine Festival Here! 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! Are you going to the Food & Wine Festival this year? Tell us in the comments. The post We’ve Gotta Share Some BAD NEWS About the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Southwest Airlines recently made a big announcement that will change the way the airline operates after 50 years. Southwest plane Trying to find an airline to fly to Disney World can be tough, and if you are planning on flying Southwest, you are going to want to know about this MASSIVE change. Southwest Airlines is known to provide budget-friendly flights, as well as open seating, and the best part – TWO FREE checked bags! While the free checked bags are sticking around, there are major changes coming to the boarding process as well as seat selection. Southwest recently announced that they will no longer offer open seating starting in 2025. Previously, those flying Southwest would check in 24 hours before their flight to receive a boarding group. Depending on how quick you were, you would get assigned into groups A, B, or C. Groups A and B have a better chance of sitting where you wish, but group A was the most desirable since you and your party could all likely sit together. If you get boarding group C, it can be hard to keep your party together and you would most likely get stuck with a middle seat. Southwest Cabin But now Southwest Airlines is saying goodbye to open seating and will have customers choose their seats at the time of booking. Southwest will also offer seats with more leg room which, of course, comes as an up-charge. Flying Southwest The news is not all bad. The company said it would also start flying red-eye routes to help with efficiency, which could mean more flight options. The shift in the boarding process came after customer feedback, as the number one complaint was open seating. Southwest plane As frequent Southwest flyers ourselves, we wanted to ask our readers how they felt about this new seating change. Southwest Airlines One reader told us that they are “not thrilled.” This reader said that they exclusively fly Southwest, and they don’t know if they will “have any motivation to remain loyal to them, especially if they start costing the same [as other airlines].” Southwest Counter at MCO Another reader pointed out that they do not know any people who were actual Southwest customers who had an issue with open seating. With this change, they personally would never fly them because of it, but they admitted that they felt that they were never Southwest’s target customer. Southwest Also upset with the change, a reader said, “Now they’ll just be like every other airline. Nickel and diming you for an assigned seat. This is the #1 reason we always fly Southwest, but now there won’t be any motivation to remain loyal.” Southwest Some of our readers are happy with this change! One reader said that “I, for one am glad they will be going for assigned seating! By having an assigned seat, it takes the stress out of boarding. Also happy about the shift, a reader said, “I love this! Their open-boarding policy adds so much stress to families with kids over 6 traveling together.” Southwest A reader who is excited about the change shared that they were excited that they would now be guaranteed to sit next to their wife instead of being between two strangers for a flight. Southwest Airplane We will have to wait and see what this new pricing will look like once Southwest rolls out its new seating policy sometime in 2025. If you need any help with air travel or booking any parts of your vacation, you can reach out to our friends at Small World Vacation! Our Best Tips for Flying Through the Orlando Airport DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Will you still be flying Southwest after this change? Let us know in the comments! The post "Now They'll Just Be Like Every Other Airline" -- Travelers Have THOUGHTS on Southwest Boarding Process Change first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe it? It’s back-to-school time already! ©Disney Getting the kids ready to go off to school after having the whole summer off can get pretty stressful (we get it!). You’ve got to double and triple-check to make sure you’re packing all the right things they’ll need for the day. You’ve got to be thinking of notebooks, lunch boxes, pencils, and crayons. We haven’t even talked about how they’ll be carrying all of these supplies and if these kids are headed off to grade school or college! It’s more than enough to have your head spinning. But don’t worry! That’s what we’re here for. To that point, we wanted to talk about a “hidden” Disney school essentials store that just opened up on Amazon! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Remember, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below. Let’s get right into the Disney Back-To-School essentials that are available on Amazon right now! First up, let’s start by exploring all the offerings in this brand-new Disney Back-To-School shop on Amazon. Amazon has the shop broken up by regular back-to-school supplies and college essentials! ©Amazon This shop has everything you need from apparel, backpacks, lunch boxes, supplies, and more! Shop this Simple Modern Disney Toddler Backpack ©Amazon First up, if there’s one thing your kiddo is absolutely going to need, it’s a backpack, especially one that’s got some of their favorite Disney characters on it like how this one’s got an all-over pattern of Elsa from Frozen. It’s got a padded tablet sleeve, a large zip-closure front pocket, a zip-closure stash pocket, and two expandable bottle sleeves on the sides, so basically all the room they will need for their daily essentials. View on Amazon Shop this Loungefly Disney Winnie the Pooh Plush Journal for 16% OFF ©Amazon Here’s a look at the inside: ©Amazon Next, you know they’re going to need to write things down, and could there be a more perfect journal for them than one featuring Winnie the Pooh (the answer is 100% no. It’s perfect). Winnie’s adorable face takes up the entire cover. The journal is covered in soft yellow and red sherpa material which continues onto the back, where there’s an extra zipped compartment too! View on Amazon Shop this Simple Modern Disney Mickey Mouse Kids Water Bottle with Straw Lid for 15% OFF ©Amazon Next, you can’t forget about hydration. That’s where a reusable kids’ bottle covered with the one and only Mickey Mouse, comes in super handy. This one is leakproof, dishwasher-safe, and it’s insulated which will keep your kids’ drinks at the right temperature for hours. View on Amazon Next, let’s dive into the offerings in this brand-new Disney off to college shop for the kids heading off to college. ©Amazon This shop has everything you need from apparel, accessories, supplies, and more! Shop this Disney Hercules Mt. Olympus Arrow Wood Wall Decor ©Amazon Next, if your kid needs some wall decor for their new dorm room, why not consider a piece from their favorite Disney animated movie — Hercules. This one will give them the subtle inspiration they need to always go the distance, and it will remind them of their time watching the film back at home. View on Amazon Shop this Bones Coffee Company Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Collector’s Box Whole Coffee Beans (Pack of 5) ©Amazon Here’s a look at the inside of the box: ©Amazon Next, each of us knows that one thing a new college kid needs is coffee. Definitely coffee. It doesn’t hurt that this set is themed after their favorite “spooky” animated movie of all time — Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. This pack of five comes with medium-roasted whole beans and the box will be a perfect addition to their room’s Halloween decor. View on Amazon Shop this Trends International Gallery Pops Disney Minnie Mouse Expressions Wall Art Bundle (4-Pack) for 10% OFF ©Amazon Lastly, if their dorm room wall feels a bit bare, why not spruce it up with a gallery of pictures of their Disney BFF Minnie Mouse? It’s a subtle and not too over-the-top way of elevating their decor and showing off their love for their bestie Minnie. View on Amazon We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. Click here to view our Amazon Storefront The post A Hidden Disney School Essentials Store Just Opened on Amazon! Shop It HERE. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine officially made its debut in theaters on Friday, July 26th. Deadpool & Wolverine in Disney California Adventure There has been a ton of hype about Marvel’s latest release, Deadpool & Wolverine. The movie features the two superhero icons teaming up to safeguard the multiverse in an odd-couple pairing, and it’s off to a strong start at the box office in its first weekend. But if you prefer to watch new releases from the comfort of your own couch, you might be wondering — when will Deadpool & Wolverine be available on Disney+? Here’s what we know! Disney doesn’t have an exact formula for the timeline of when new theatrical releases make their way to Disney+, but we have started to see a pattern emerge with many of the recent major movies. ©Disney Let’s look at Wish as one of the most recent examples. Disney released Wish in theaters during Thanksgiving weekend of 2023, in honor of the company’s 100th anniversary. The movie then premiered on Disney+ on April 3rd, 2024, about 4 months after it came out in theaters. Asha from Wish Another much-hyped animated movie example is Pixar’s Elemental, which premiered in theaters on June 16th, 2023, and was added to Disney+ on September 13th, 2023, just under 3 months later. Pixar ‘Elemental’ Photo Op in Hollywood Studios So, with recent animated releases following a pattern of about 3-4 months between theatrical and streaming releases, have Marvel movies shown the same trend? It appears so! Take the most recent example, The Marvels, which premiered in theaters on November 10th, 2023, and came to Disney+ on February 7th, 2024, just under 3 months later. ©Marvel Before that, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 showed almost the exact same pattern, with a theatrical release on May 5th, 2023, and a streaming release on August 2nd, 2023, about 3 months later. If we look back at one more recent Marvel movie, the pattern continues — Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania debuted on Disney+ on May 17th, 2023, exactly 3 months after its February 17th, 2023 release in theaters. Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance-Off With that pattern in mind, it’s likely that Deadpool & Wolverine will probably come to Disney+ in about 3 months, which would mean sometime in late October or early November of 2024. No official streaming date has been announced, but based on the relatively consistent pattern we’ve seen, that’s what we expect to happen in this case too! ©Marvel We’ll be on the lookout for an announcement confirming when Deadpool & Wolverine will be available to stream on Disney+, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! It’s Rare That Disney News Shocks Me, but This Huge Character Announcement Is AMAZING! 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 The post When Will 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Be on Disney+? Here's What We Know! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Test Track is currently in the process of being re-imagined…again! Test Track is now Closed This EPCOT attraction closed in June to be reimagined into a third iteration. The re-theme seems to be inspired by Test Track’s predecessor, World of Motion. While no opening date has been confirmed for the attraction, it seems that even more progress has been made on Test Track. While we do know that the re-theme is inspired by World of Motion, all we really have to go on is the concept art that Disney released. It seems that the front of Test Track will get new lighting elements, be opened up more, and have a new sign. Construction walls are up Based on the concept art, the inside of the attraction is also changing a lot. Test Track 2.0 was futuristic and barer, but the concept art for this new version seems to include trees as you ride along the track. Reimagining concept art ©Disney The permit filed earlier this month was to “install set elements,” which we think could be elements like the trees shown in the concept art. ©Disney And now, another new permit has been filed! This permit was also filed by the Jon Richards Company. They have worked on other Disney World Attractions. Most recently, they installed the signs for the brand new Country Bear Jamboree show that re-opened in Magic Kingdom earlier this month. Country Bear Jamboree The company has also worked on ToonTown in Disneyland and Cars Land in California Adventure as well as Animal Kingdom in Disney World. They have even worked with Universal on Seuss Landing and plenty of other projects with Disney! ToonTown This second permit is similar to the first and also deals with installing set elements. Test Track We are happy to see that progress is moving along, and we can’t wait to get more details about this new version of Test Track! As always, stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss a thing about all the latest Disney news, including updates about Test Track 3.0. What Else is Closed at Disney World? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited for this new version of Test Track? Let us know in the comments!The post ALERT! Another Permit Has Been Filed for Test Track at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Blink and 2025 will be here and that means your Disney World trip will be here, too! Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Being that 2025 is right around the corner, we’ve got no time to waste! Before you go doing things like booking the hotel, we’ve got to talk about some of the huge hotel changes that are coming up in 2025 that could affect your trip! Let’s go! Let’s jump right into the three hotel changes that are coming to Disney World in 2025 that you need to know about! Let’s go! Bay Lake Tower First up, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be undergoing room refurbishment work from September 2024 to September 2025. ©Disney That means, if you decide to stay at the Contemporary, you’re going to be seeing and hearing construction work in Bay Lake Tower. Also, be aware that you might have to take detours on your way in and out of the resort. Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool (which are shared by Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts) will be undergoing routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025. ©Disney These are some of the top-rated pools at the Disney World resorts. In the meantime, the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools will still be open, so you’ll still be able to get a relaxing day at the pool during your trip. Why You (Probably) Shouldn’t Stay at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in 2025 A Water Park Welcome If you’re looking to come to Disney World in 2025, that’ll be right in time for a pretty great deal. Disney World shared that in 2025, anyone staying at Disney Resorts (including DVC properties) will get a FREE park ticket to the water parks on their arrival day. ©Disney You’ll be able to use this perk at either Blizzard Beach Water Park or Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and only on your check-in day. Also, it looks like this benefit is only available for those with check-in dates from January 1st to December 31st, 2025. Blizzard Beach Water Park Again, if you’re coming in 2025, make sure to take advantage of this deal. Disney World is in Florida and a day at the water park is totally worth it. Learn more about this offer here! Those are just a couple of the hotel changes coming in 2025 at Disney World that you should plan around. Until then, keep it right here at DFB for the latest Disney news! Two Warnings For Your 2025 Disney World Hotel Stay Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting Disney World in 2025? Let us know in the comments. The post Three Huge Hotel Changes Have Been Announced for Disney World in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are thinking about visiting Disney World in February, you may want to avoid Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom February tends to be a slower season at Disney World, but is there really even a slow season in Disney World anymore? Winter break is over, and fewer families are taking vacations since kids are back in school, but it could be different in February of 2025. February has two holidays: Valentine’s Day is on Friday, February 14th, and President’s Day is on Monday, February 17th. Happy Valentine’s Day from Mickey and Minnie This means that this upcoming February will have a four-day weekend, which means that people could take this as an opportunity to visit Disney World over the long weekend. Clarabelle and Horace Magic Kingdom tends to be the more popular park, and during a long weekend, we can expect to see crowds in Magic Kingdom. Last year, we saw did not see crowds on the initial President’s Day holiday, but instead saw them two days after, which could mean that there could still be crowds after the holiday weekend is over, because right after the holiday weekend, another popular Disney World event takes place. Crowds at Magic Kingdom After the long weekend, people will be coming to Disney World to participate in the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, which takes place from February 20th to 24th. ©Disney You can expect higher crowd levels in the parks, as runners will most likely flock to the parks after their races. You can also expect certain roads to be closed during race weekend to accommodate the race route and ensure the runners’ safety. When it gets closer to race weekend, we will make sure to update you on any potential road closures. Princess Half Marathon Weekend (2023) While a four-day weekend is a great excuse to visit Disney World and be prepared for larger crowds, don’t worry; we have plenty of tips to help you beat the crowds and still enjoy your day in the parks! Magic Kingdom Crowds Remember to book advance dining reservations, which can be made up to 60 days before your trip. Speaking of food, while you are in the parks, remember to utilize Mobile Order to save time waiting in line. Mobile Order pickup One of our best tips for beating the crowds in Magic Kingdom is to leave during lunch. Yep! You heard that right! Take the Resort Monorail and head to a Monorail hotel to have lunch. There are so many great options, and it is a good way for you to take a break from the crowds and get some AC! Please stand clear of the doors. Por favor manténgase alejado de las puertas. Disney World’s skip-the-line system has just changed, and if you are a resort guest, you will be able to make your Lightning Lane Multi and Single Pass selections seven days in advance! If you are not staying at a Disney World resort, you can make selections three days in advance. By reserving your Lighting Lane selections in advance, you can get a head start on the crowds. Disney World Lightning Lanes have CHANGED We will say that crowds have started to become unpredictable, so just keep in mind that February 2025 has both a four-day weekend and a race weekend at Disney World while you are making your plans. As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news, updates, and tips! The Secret to Overcoming Crowds During Peak Vacation Season Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting Disney World in February of 2025? Let us know in the comments! The post If I Were You, I'd Avoid Magic Kingdom on These 4 Days in February first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has a BRAND NEW skip the line service, BIG changes are coming to Southwest Airlines soon, a character we NEVER thought we would see in a Disney park has made it to Avengers Campus and more. EPCOT All of the latest theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: Latest Disney News: Lightning Lane Multi Pass is HERE, Rare Meet and Greets & More!  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 favorite recent change in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Lightning Lane Multi Pass is HERE, Rare Meet and Greets & More! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is a new character in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom If you stroll the streets of Liberty Square, you may know about the doll in the window and the boy that we nicknamed “Tomato Baby” in Liberty Tree Tavern. Well, now there is a new character in town, but similar to the doll and “Tomato Baby,” this character is not the typical walk-around character that you may be used to meeting in the park. We noticed that when the window starts to glow blue, the projector is turning on which means Ichabod Crane’s arrival is imminent. Blue glow from the projector We are so happy that Disney is continuing to add small details like this throughout the parks. It keeps the magic alive and is a fun new experience for visitors to walk by! We were sure excited to see him pop up! Ichabod Crane So, if you are headed to the Haunted Mansion or are stopping by Liberty Tree Tavern for a delicious American-esque Thanksgiving meal, then make sure to stop and say hello to Ichabod Crane! As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news, tips, and tricks! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this new addition? Let us know in the comments! The post This Is Easily the Best New Thing to Do in Magic Kingdom Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Deadpool & Wolverine have taken over the internet and media. ©Marvel Studios The two unlikely friends have teamed up to bring us one fantastic movie. The new chapter of Deadpool hit theaters on July 26th as the first time both characters have been part of Disney since Disney purchased 20th Century Fox. Both of these guys are unlikely Disney characters as they’re, ah, rough around the edges, and you might not expect to see them in any Disney park soon. However, that’s EXACTLY where we found both Deadpool and Wolverine — Disney California Adventure (and boy, was it worth it)! We were thoroughly impressed by Deadpool and this 12-minute show, as we should have assumed we would be. There were lots of Marvel and Disney jokes, but the whole thing was kid-friendly just like Disney promised. It was pretty funny and entertaining, and we were excited to see that Wolverine did make an appearance! Wolverine came out too! The area was crowded, as lots of people hoped to hear these stories. While the show lasted less than 15 minutes, we would recommend getting there 45 minutes to an hour early to grab a good spot. Those at the front of the audience were asked to take seats around 10 minutes before show time. If you’re fine with standing in the back, then getting there 15 minutes early is perfectly fine. There were a lot of people there! Since Story Time with Deadpool is a show, you aren’t able to meet Deadpool and Wolverine during it. They did show up in Avengers Campus about an hour later where you could see them again a little more up close. Deadpool and Wolverine in Avengers Campus The two characters may be found roaming around Avengers Campus for a limited time, so if these are your two favorite Marvel characters, head to Disney California Adventure soon! You may be able to meet them or see them in their show. Deadpool telling stories Be sure to head to a theater near you to see the new movie and all the excitement it has in store! For more Disney news, keep following DFB! Why You SHOULDN’T Stay in a Disney Hotel at Disneyland Resort 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 Have you seen the new Deadpool & Wolverine movie? Let us know what you thought in the comments! (But no spoilers, please!) The post I Am Shocked (and Grateful) That Disney Let These 2 Characters Into a Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I go to Disney World all the time for my job, and that means I’ve eaten a LOT of theme park food. Like, WAY more than the average person. Regal Eagle food In fact, I’m currently on a mission to eat at all the quick service restaurants in Disney World, and I’ve checked off a large portion of the list so far. But even though I’ve tried dozens of spots, there are some places that I definitely avoid after that initial visit. Why? Well, it’s not the food! La Cantina de San Angel First, I’m kicking off this list with the restaurant that was the inspiration for this article — La Cantina de San Angel. This quick service spot in the Mexico Pavilion is often one I skip because it doesn’t offer Mobile Order and the line can get long, but that’s not the real reason I added it to this list. Why do I avoid La Cantina? Because of the BIRDS. La Cantina de San Angel La Cantina is absolutely overrun with wildlife, specifically birds. And it seems to be more of a problem here than at other restaurants in the World Showcase. Unfortunately, every time I’m there, some random parkgoer refuses to abide by the posted signage and decides to feed the birds, which makes them more aggressive in their endeavors to seek human food. During one visit, this led to a bird literally LEAPING up onto my table and stealing my nachos straight from the bowl. I nearly passed out right then and there! La Cantina So, dear people of Disney World, I BEG of you — stop feeding the birds and for the love of all that is good, stop encouraging your children to feed the wildlife as well. I just want to eat my nachos in peace and now I have to avoid La Cantina entirely. The Lunching Pad Heading over to Magic Kingdom, I have to mention The Lunching Pad as a restaurant that I typically avoid. Why? Because the seating options are absolutely TERRIBLE. Since the restaurant is located smack dab in the middle of Tomorrowland, the tables are often taken up by random families who aren’t eating there. The Lunching Pad On top of that, most of those tables are in direct sunlight with no air conditioning or fans. It’s BRUTAL out there in the summer. Does anyone really want to eat a hot dog while boiling in the Florida sun? Yeah, me neither. Dockside Diner At Hollywood Studios, Dockside Diner has a very similar problem! It’s also a restaurant out in the open where tables get taken up by random passers-by. The bonus here is that most of the tables have umbrellas for a tiny bit of shade. Dockside Diner However, the tables are cramped together and the umbrellas are on the smaller side, so often only one side of the table gets shaded at a time. This is also a hot dog restaurant, so without the shade or the air conditioning, it’s not exactly the best experience. Woody’s Lunch Box And last but not least, I’m going to throw in a seemingly wild choice — Woody’s Lunch Box. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE the food at Woody’s Lunch Box and I would eat it often if I could…but this restaurant is just too dang popular for me to eat here on a regular basis. Totchos When I’m visiting the parks for work, I’m often not thinking about planning my lunch really far in advance, but that’s what you have to do if you want to snag a Mobile Order at Woody’s Lunch Box. On top of that, I can never seem to find a place to sit when I dine here, no matter the time of day! So unless I want to make my Mobile Order 2 hours in advance and eat my totchos standing up at a trash can, I typically end up skipping Woody’s Lunch Box. (However, I highly recommend it for those of you who are heading here for vacation!) Woody’s Lunch Box Full Spread We’ll make sure to share any more dining tips or advice for navigating Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest. The Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner in 2024 — 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 Do you avoid any restaurants in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post I Go to Disney World Every Week and I REFUSE to Eat at These Restaurants (But Not for the Reason You Think) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With how hot the weather is right now, it may seem impossible to think that winter is just a few months away, but it’s true! Disney Springs during the holidays When the holidays arrive in Disney World this year, you can buy a ticket for the special After Hours events in Magic Kingdom (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party) and Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Jollywood Nights), but there are also special experiences in Disney Springs you won’t want to miss out on. And one of the most popular experiences in the shopping and dining district has just released tickets you’ll want to grab ASAP! At Maria & Enzo’s Italian Ristorante, you can experience a wonderful Breakfast With Santa experience that families have loved in years past. The time has now come to book your slot for this coveted experience in 2024! ©Maria and Enzo’s This year, Breakfast With Santa at Maria & Enzo’s will take place at 9:30AM, 9:45AM, and 10AM on December 14th, 15th, and 21st-24th. Yes, that’s it (now you see why we say to book ASAP)! In addition to meeting and taking a photo with Santa (plus getting to meet some of Santa’s elves!), you can experience: A family-style breakfast experience Takeaway treats to bring home Holiday carolers inside the restaurant A Prosecco Mimosa for those 21+ The tree at Breakfast with Santa Tickets are $69 for adults and $45 for children, plus tax and gratuity when booking the Gold tier and $79 for adults and $45 for children, plus tax and gratuity when booking at the Platinum tier, which offers a better seat during the earliest seating time. Platinum tier will also see Santa before Gold tier, but all who purchase a ticket will see Santa. Maria & Enzo’s We’ve seen this sell out fast in past years, so we don’t suggest delaying long if you know this is a holiday offering you’d like to experience! Book tickets here! Looking for more recent holiday news? Look no further! More Recent Holiday News! Tickets Are on Sale NOW for Breakfast With a POPULAR Character in Disney Springs!ALERT! See a Sneak Peek of Disney World’s NEW Holiday SouvenirsYou Can Only Get THIS Special Disney World Snack TWICE Each YearREMINDER: Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Go On Sale TOMORROW!I’m Sorry, Are We Just Going To Ignore This LIFE-CHANGING Disney’s Hollywood Studios Announcement?! We’ll be keeping you updated on all the latest Disney World holiday news, so stay tuned to DFB! A popular dining option is RETURNING to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year! 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! What’s your favorite holiday activity in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Tickets Are on Sale NOW for Breakfast With a POPULAR Character in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article