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Amazon Prime Day is June 23rd to 26th, and it’s when Amazon drops some of the best deals of the year. Shark Chill Pill Fan While we’ll definitely be taking advantage of these promotions, there are some deals that are here early that we can’t skip. From fans to hats and more, we have some of our favorites you’ll want to check out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Shark ChillPill Personal Cooling System Shark Fan If you’re coming to Disney World, you should know that it gets HOT. Like super hot. As soon as you get here, you’ll be desperate for anything to cool you down. A powerful fan can definitely do that for you. This is a 3-in-1 personal cooling system that has a powerful fan, indoor and outdoor mist, and a cooling plate to keep you going your whole trip. It’s also 13% off! SHOP NOW Simple Modern Minnie Water Bottle The Simple Modern You definitely can’t forget a water bottle! This one is stainless steel to help keep your water cold all day long. The bottle is currently 15% off and has a straw built into the lid for easy drinking. It also has Minnie Mouse on it, which makes it perfect for your Disney World trip. SHOP NOW Winnie the Pooh Bucket Hat ©Amazon Yep, this is pretty darn cute. If you’ve been looking for a hat to keep you cooler throughout the day, you might as well get a themed one to make it special for your trip. This Pooh Bear is 17% off, and it even has little 3D ears. You should probably get one for the whole family so you can match in photos, too. SHOP NOW Portable Charger ©Amazon You’ll likely be on your phone more than you think. Even when you’re trying to be in the moment, you can check wait times, take photos, and book dining reservations, and once your phone dies, you don’t want to be running around looking for an outlet. This is a two-pack of battery packs that are 11% off and help keep the whole family’s phones charged throughout the day. SHOP NOW Sling Bag Crossbody ©Amazon Coming in at 55% off, you can grab this crossbody bag to keep all the essentials nearby. Maybe you want to bring one backpack for the group with jackets and water bottles in it and take turns carrying it, but this is perfect for when you want to keep small items near you throughout the day. It fits easily on rides, and you can adjust the straps to your liking. SHOP NOW In the meantime, make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of our favorite Disney finds that you’ll need before your next vacation. View the full article

We always make sure to give you in-depth reviews of all the new snacks and drinks around Disney World. Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom But today, we are bringing you a review of a new Starbucks drink that has officially dropped for the summer to see if you need to try it or if you can stick to your regular order! We recently stopped by the Main Street Bakery, the Starbucks location in Magic Kingdom, to try the new Blue Coconut Refresher for $6.45. This is made with toasted coconut, strawberry, açai, lemonade, blue spirulina, and ice. Blue Coconut Refresher Unfortunately, this drink was not our favorite. If you love coconut, this will be disappointing for you, since the coconut flavor did not come through at all. As a whole, it tasted very similar to a classic Refresher. However, the blue spirulina created an odd texture. Blue Coconut Refresher We did enjoy the fun color and look of this drink; however, the strange texture, mixed with the flavor not being amazing, made this a skip for us. If you want to try something unique, you’ll definitely get that with this drink, but we would suggest sticking to your classic drink order instead. This was not our favorite We always make sure to let you know whenever anything new drops at Disney World, so stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! REVIEW: This $5 Disney World Treat Is Completely Out Of This 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 What is your favorite Starbucks drink to grab in the summer? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney World’s refillable mugs are one of the best values at the hotels, but they come with a couple of surprisingly frustrating problems. Disney World Resort Refillable Mug If you’ve ever stayed at a Disney World resort, you know exactly what we’re talking about. Those mugs are great when you’re grabbing coffee before rope drop or filling up with a cold drink after a long park day, but carrying them around the resort can quickly become a hassle. Add kids, strollers, backpacks, and everything else you’re already juggling, and suddenly that convenient mug feels like one more thing to manage. Thankfully, we’ve found two simple items that help solve some of the biggest refillable mug headaches. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Your Hands Are Already Full Enough ©Amazon One of the most common refillable mug problems is surprisingly simple: somebody has to carry it. Parents know how this story goes. Everyone wants a refillable mug, everyone uses a refillable mug, and somehow one adult ends up carrying three or four of them while walking around the resort. Since Disney’s refillable mugs have handles, they don’t always fit securely in backpack side pockets either, making them awkward to stash when you don’t need them. That’s where the Dining Plan Refillable Mug Holder comes in. ©Amazon This lightweight sling is specifically designed to work with Disney’s refillable resort mugs and features an adjustable strap that works for both kids and adults. Instead of carrying your mug everywhere, you can wear it comfortably over your shoulder and keep your hands free for luggage, snacks, souvenirs, or little ones. One feature we especially appreciate is that the design still allows you to use Disney’s refill stations without removing the mug from the holder. That means less fumbling around every time you’re ready for a refill. It’s a small accessory, but it solves a surprisingly annoying vacation problem. Take a look at it before your next Disney resort stay. view ON AMAZON This Stroller Hack Is Actually Brilliant ©Amazon If you’re traveling with a stroller, you already know storage space becomes premium real estate. Water bottles, snacks, sunscreen, ponchos, souvenirs, and everything else seem to pile up throughout the day. One issue many families run into is figuring out where to keep refillable mugs when they’re not actively using them. Cup holders fill up quickly, and tossing mugs into the stroller basket can lead to spills, clutter, and a frustrating game of digging around whenever someone wants a drink. The Shoe Organizer 2-Pack offers a surprisingly clever solution. ©Amazon While it’s designed as a hanging shoe organizer for home, travel, RVs, and small spaces, many Disney visitors have found that it can double as a convenient stroller attachment. The roomy pockets are large enough to hold refillable mugs, water bottles, and other park essentials, giving you easy access while keeping everything organized. Because the pockets are made with clear mesh, it’s easy to see exactly where everything is. Instead of hunting through bags or stroller baskets, you can quickly grab what you need and keep moving. The sturdy construction also means it can handle heavier items without sagging or losing shape. For families trying to maximize stroller storage, this is one of those creative solutions that makes you wonder why you didn’t think of it sooner. You might want to grab one for your next Disney vacation. view ON AMAZON Disney World vacations involve a lot of walking, planning, and carrying things around. While refillable mugs are absolutely worth having during a resort stay, they can become surprisingly inconvenient if you don’t have a good system for managing them. The Dining Plan Refillable Mug Holder helps solve the problem of constantly carrying mugs around the resort, while the Shoe Organizer 2-Pack provides an unexpected way to organize mugs and drinks on a stroller. Neither item is complicated, but both can make your vacation feel a little easier. We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

When we’re at Magic Kingdom, there’s nothing we love more than grabbing a sweet treat. With so many iconic dessert options like DOLE Whip, ice cream, and candy-infused popcorn, it’s super easy for amazing desserts to become a hidden gem! This sweet treat is out of this world! This brand-new brownie is the perfect example of that. It’s only available at Cosmic Ray’s, which doesn’t typically offer desserts in the first place. We had to see if this sweet treat was worth the hype, and spoiler alert – it’s out of this world! The Peanut Butter and Jelly Brownie is $5.99 at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. It’s served with a White Chocolate Rocket Ship on top. Peanut Butter Jelly Brownie The brownie in this was very cake-like in texture, but it was super chocolatey. On top is a dome-shaped peanut butter mousse that’s smooth, creamy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. There wasn’t too much jelly flavor in the mousse, and we could only taste it faintly in one or two small bites. Peanut Butter Jelly Brownie If you’re a chocolate peanut butter lover, then this is the sweet treat for you! However, we barely tasted the jelly, so if you’re looking for a fresh take on a PB&J sandwich, this isn’t it. It’s also super cute and Instagrammable if you want your dessert to be worthy of a photo session! Peanut Butter Jelly Brownie Even though it wasn’t what we were expecting, we had so much fun trying this new Peanut Butter and Jelly Brownie. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World food reviews! FULL GUIDE To Bottled vs Fountain Soda 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 Would you try this new Peanut Butter and Jelly Brownie? Comment below! View the full article

BIG news out of Disney Springs! The walls are down at Level99! We’ve been counting down the days until Level99 opens in the shopping and dining district on June 29th, with tickets going on sale June 22nd, but honestly, we’d be lying if we said we hadn’t been a little concerned seeing the walls still up. That all just changed, though, because the walls are DOWN! When we walked into Disney Springs this morning, we noticed that the former NBA Experience building looked VERY different, because no longer are the walls up hiding the work that’s been done. Now, we can see the Level99 logos everywhere on the building, including on the side, so you’ll see it no matter what direction you’re walking from. It’s almost time! We can also get a better look at the screen out front, which advertises the new addition and some of the exciting challenges you’ll be able to check out inside. Check out that screen! When tickets go on sale tomorrow, they’ll start at $29.99 per player for intervals of 1.5 to 2.5 hours of play. A premium pass add-on will also be available, which will include expedited check-in and special gifts. The hours of this new addition each week will be: Monday – Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM Friday: 11 AM to 11 PM Saturday: 10 AM to 11 PM Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM Level99 Level99 is an interactive, social entertainment experience and features physical and mental challenges set in artistic environments for teens and adults. At the Disney Springs location, there will be 63 challenges to complete, and you’ll be able to save your progress, so even if it’s months or years after your first visit, you’ll be able to continue where you left off. More Recent Level99 News! 3 Games CONFIRMED for LEVEL99 at Disney SpringsSummer in Disney Springs Just Got Even SWEETER Thanks To 2 NEW ChangesJUST ANNOUNCED: Ticket Prices and Sale Date for LEVEL99 at Disney Springs3 Menu Items CONFIRMED for LEVEL99 at Disney SpringsLEVEL99 Opening Date Revealed for Disney Springs You can count on us to be there on opening day to bring you all the updates you need to know about this new addition, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! Ticket Prices and Sale Date for LEVEL99 at Disney Springs 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 planning to check out Level99? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

One of my favorite parts of staying at a Disney World hotel is experiencing the incredible pool! Fuentes del Morro Pool Disney World is known for its large and well-themed hotel pools with water slides, splash pads, and more! But before you just pack your bathing suit, you’ll want to know these 5 unspoken dress code rules that Disney guests are following on vacation. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. 1. You NEED to Wear Shoes When heading to the Disney World pools, the concrete and walking paths can get HOT! You’ll take about 10 steps outside before you regret that you went barefoot. I know it might seem like you don’t need shoes at the pool, but you absolutely should wear them to save yourself some serious pain. ©Amazon These Crocs Women’s Kadee II Flip Flops are a great option. These have a nice textured grip in the footbed that provides comfort and prevents slipping while walking. For this sandal, if you’re a half size, Crocs recommend ordering the next full size up. View on Amazon ©Amazon The Teva Women’s Original Universal Sandal has a water-ready polyester webbing upper that is extremely durable and dries quickly after getting wet. They come with an easy hook-and-loop closure that comes on and off quickly and gets the fit just right. view ON AMAZON ©Amazon The kids need shoes too! These Disney Frozen Water Shoes are a great choice for the little ones. At the pool, your child can easily slip into these Frozen summer shoes. The closed-toe design with rubber sole offers quick-dry comfort after every splash. view ON AMAZON 2. Rashguards for Kids are Essential It gets very hot in Florida, and one way to protect your kids is by using a rashguard! Instead of fitting to reapply sunscreen, rashguards provide that full coverage protection for little ones. ©Amazon You can grab this Minnie Mouse Rash Guard Shirt on Amazon. These children’s UPF 50+ rash guards offer great sun protection, safeguarding your child from harmful UV rays during outdoor water activities. The elastic fabric detail not only enhances the style but also provides a secure fit, ensuring the swimsuit stays in place during all her energetic water adventures. view ON AMAZON ©Amazon For boys, you can grab the Disney Mickey Mouse Boys Rash Guard and Swim Trunks. It contains a vibrant blue rash guard that features Mickey exploring the ocean depths, paired with playful swim trunks showcasing an all-over Mickey Mouse print. This is crafted from waterproof microfiber and equipped with UPF 50+ sun protection. view ON AMAZON 3. Don’t Forget Your Mickey Swim Gear! Disney-themed swimwear isn’t just for the kids! You’re at a Disney World pool, you should rock your Disney pride. So go ahead and pack that Minnie Mouse bathing suit or those subtly Mickey swimtrucks. ©Amazon The Disney Women’s Bathing Suit is on Amazon right now. This swimsuit features the iconic Minnie in her red dress and bow. You can find this in sizes small to XXL and for a great price. view ON AMAZON ©DisneyStore For men, you should grab these Mickey Mouse PFG Rambler Swim Trunks for Adults by Columbia. Perfect for fishing, swimming, or just cooling off in the water, these special-edition PFG shorts are built for comfort. With UV-blocking, fast-drying material, they’ll keep you protected. view ON Disney store 4. Don’t Forget Your Shirt! While you might not need it in the pool itself, you might want to go inside the hotel store or quick-service restaurant while you’re by the pool. Shirts and shoes are required for guests going inside of a Disney World hotel, so be sure to pack them in your pool bag. ©Amazon We love this Mickey’s Surf Club T-Shirt. This shirt gives pool day vibes, so you’ll fit right in at your Disney hotel pool. When you need it, you’ll be able to throw it on quickly and head inside without having to go all the way back to your hotel room. view ON AMAZON 5. You Will Need Sunglasses! ©Amazon Finally, it’s Florida, it’s going to be sunny — Hellooooo Sunshine State! Why not let your kids rock these Sun-Staches Mickey Sunglasses! They are designed for a comfortable, secure fit that’s perfect for young Mickey Mouse fans. They can wear them to the pool or the theme parks all year long. view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Look, we say this with love because we are also very much in the splash zone here. Disney Adults get blamed for a lot. Some of it is unfair. Some of it is lazy internet complaining. Some of it is just people discovering that adults can like DOLE Whip, puppets, monorails, and $78 cardigans without needing a permission slip from society. Monorail But also? Sometimes we do need to sit quietly with our novelty popcorn buckets and think about what we’ve done. Disney Adults are excellent at finding the best snacks, the quietest corners, the coziest lounges, and the tiny little park details that make a Disney trip feel special. Unfortunately, once enough people discover those things, they stop being quiet little treats and start becoming full-blown operations with lines, alarms, spreadsheets, and at least one person on TikTok yelling “RUN, DON’T WALK.” So, from viral snacks to lounge chaos, here are a few things Disney Adults may have accidentally “ruined” when they became too popular. Disney Change Discourse Disney Adults did not invent complaining about theme park changes, but we did turn it into an Olympic sport with judges, costumes, and a tragic string section. Any time Disney announces a closure, refurbishment, replacement, retheme, repaint, relocation, rumor, permit, patent, whisper, or shrubbery adjustment, the internet immediately becomes a courtroom. One person is mourning. One person is furious. One person has already decided the new thing is terrible even though it is currently three pieces of concept art and a construction wall. And yes, we get it. Disney nostalgia is powerful. People build real memories around rides, restaurants, shows, and even weird carpet patterns. We are not immune. We are still lighting a tiny candle for Muppet*Vision 3D in our hearts, and frankly, Sam Eagle deserves a federal holiday. But Disney Parks have always changed. That does not mean every change is good. It does mean we should probably wait until something actually opens before declaring it the downfall of civilization. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets The tip here is simple: grieve what you loved, but leave room for curiosity. Take your farewell photos. Watch your last show. Buy the commemorative shirt if you must. Then breathe. The new thing may surprise you. And if it doesn’t? Great news, complaining will still be free. “You’ll Always Be a Part of Me, Muppet*Vision 3D.” A Disney CELEBRITY Just Surprised Us With a NEW Gift to Muppets Fans Limited-Edition Merch Drops There was a time when buying Disney merch meant strolling into a gift shop, seeing a cute mug, saying “absolutely not” to the price, then buying it anyway. Now, certain merchandise drops feel like a race against the rest of humanity and ignoring the stabbing pain coming from our wallets. Popcorn buckets. Loungefly bags. Spirit Jerseys. Anniversary pins. Limited-edition ears. Seasonal Crocs. Anything involving Orange Bird. Anything involving Figment. Anything involving the Muppets, which we support fully, but also everybody please form an orderly line and stop using your elbows like tiny frontier weapons. Disney Adults did not ruin Disney merch by liking it. Liking a fun souvenir is the whole point. The problem starts when popular items become an “investment opportunity” instead of a vacation memory. When people buy multiples just to resell them, it makes the whole thing worse. Lines get longer. Shelves empty faster. Regular guests miss out. Kids miss out. Collectors who actually want one item for themselves miss out. Suddenly, a popcorn bucket shaped like a fictional creature has created a retail dust storm. 2023 Figment Our advice? Buy what you love, not what you think will pay your gas bill. Check the Disney Store online before assuming you need to spend park time hunting. Ask Cast Members about restocks, but do not interrogate them like they are hiding the Ark of the Covenant behind the register. And if something sells out, remember that your vacation can still recover. You may not have the bucket, but you do still have fries, fireworks, and the ability to leave World of Disney with your dignity mostly intact. If You Thought the Disney Figment Popcorn Bucket Saga Was Over, Think Again! Lounges We are going to say something brave: Disney lounges are too good. They used to feel like tiny little adult field trips tucked inside the chaos. You could grab a drink, share an appetizer, sit in air conditioning, and pretend for 40 minutes that you were not wearing sunscreen in places sunscreen should never have to go. Then everybody found out. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto became a quest. Oga’s Cantina became a rite of passage. Nomad Lounge became the Animal Kingdom refuge of choice for people who enjoy good food, beautiful drinks, and chairs that feel like forgiveness. Now Magic Kingdom has The Beak and Barrel, and suddenly “just grabbing a drink” can involve advance reservations, time limits, standing room, and a pirate parrot with better job security than most of us. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Again, this is not really anyone’s fault. Lounges are popular because they are good. Disney Adults like atmosphere, themed drinks, small plates, and places where we can recover from three miles of stroller dodging. That is not a crime. It is a survival strategy. But the secret is gone. So adjust accordingly. The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge If there is a lounge you really want, treat it like a real plan, not a whimsical little bonus. Look for reservations as early as you can. Check again closer to your trip because cancellations happen. Use the walk-up list in My Disney Experience when available. Try odd hours instead of prime evening drinking time. And have backups. No Nomad Lounge? Go to Dawa Bar, grab Mr. Kamal’s fries, or wander over to a resort lounge later. No Trader Sam’s? Tambu Lounge is right there being quietly useful. No Oga’s? Baseline Tap House is not trying to be a space cantina, and honestly, that confidence is attractive. The Best Thing I Ate All Week in Disney World Was At Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge. Opening Days and Final Days Disney Adults love being first. First to ride. First to eat. First to post. First to cry at a closing attraction. First to own a T-shirt that says something emotionally specific about a ride vehicle. Opening days and final days used to be niche events for superfans, locals, and people with very understanding PTO policies. Now, they can feel like a full-scale migration. A new snack debuts? Line. A character appears in a new outfit? Line. A ride reopens after refurbishment? Line. A beloved attraction has its final day? That line may develop its own weather system. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster opens TODAY! There is nothing wrong with wanting to be there for a big Disney moment. Those days can be really special. The energy is different. The crowd is full of people who care. There are often tiny details and shared reactions you cannot recreate later. But you also need to know what you are signing up for. Opening day is rarely the easiest or best version of an experience. Operations are still settling. Demand is sky high. Everyone is filming. Half the crowd is stressed because they built their entire day around being first. The other half is stressed because they did not know they were walking into a fandom stampede. The better move? Let DFB do the chaos recon for you. We will stand in the weird line. We will test the snack. We will tell you if the souvenir sipper is worth rearranging your day. You can go a week later and have the same experience with fewer elbows in your ribs. Line for Bluey’s dance party For final days, go in with patience. Everyone there is attached to the thing in their own way. Let people have their moment. Sing along if it is appropriate. Do not spoil pre-shows for first-timers. And please, for the love of all that is holy, do not livestream over someone else’s farewell tears. FIRST LOOK Behind the Construction Walls of Monstropolis in Disney World Viral Snacks There is a specific kind of Disney snack that starts as a hidden gem and ends as a logistical event. One day, it is just a great cupcake, loaded fry basket, seasonal cheesecake, or suspiciously perfect little tart minding its business in a bakery case. Then someone posts it. Then everyone posts it. Then suddenly, you are standing in a 25-minute snack line behind a person explaining into their phone that “you HAVE to get this.” We are not innocent. We talk about snacks for a living. We have probably contributed to at least one line in our time, and we accept our frosting-covered consequences. But viral Disney snacks can be tricky because popularity does not always equal greatness. Sometimes the snack really is worth the hype. Sometimes it is pretty, limited-time, and tastes like sugar had a meeting with more sugar. Sometimes it is delicious, but not delicious enough to rearrange your whole park day. Cookie Dough Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich Our advice is to build a snack hierarchy before you go. Pick one or two “must-try” items, then let the rest be flexible. Mobile order when you can. Go during off-times. Avoid peak lunch and dinner rushes if you are chasing something from a quick-service spot. And always have a backup snack. Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll This is also where we lovingly remind you that not every snack has to be new to be elite. A classic Dole Whip still works. A Mickey pretzel still does its job. And if you happen to pass a Key Lime Pie on a Stick, you should absolutely stop because some snacks are not trends. Some snacks are poetry wearing chocolate. This Magic Kingdom Cinnamon Roll Is Basically a Full-Blown Disney Legend: And For Good Reason Disney “Hacks” The fastest way to ruin a Disney hack is to call it a hack. Some Disney tips are genuinely useful. Mobile ordering early? Helpful. Checking the walk-up waitlist? Helpful. Booking dining reservations as early as your window allows? Helpful. Knowing which resort lounges are easier to visit than packed park restaurants? Helpful. But once a tip becomes “the SECRET Disney hack they don’t want you to know,” it starts losing its sparkle. Usually, Disney does want you to know. That is why the feature is in the app, on the website, or politely explained by a Cast Member who has answered the same question 48 times before lunch. The real issue is that once everybody uses the same hack at the same time, it stops feeling like a hack and starts feeling like a crowd with sketchy vocabulary. This is what happened with certain lounges, dining alerts, mobile order tricks, hotel transportation shortcuts, and “quiet” park spots. The internet finds something good, the internet tells everyone, and then the good thing becomes less good because now it is hosting a convention of people who all watched the same video. Dining area So here is the better strategy: learn the tools, but do not depend on one perfect trick. Know how Mobile Order works. Know how walk-up dining works. Know your reservation windows. Know your transportation options. But also build a trip that can bend a little. If your “secret” plan fails, pivot. If one lounge is full, try another. If one snack sells out, eat something else. If one viewing spot is packed, do not wedge your party into a two-inch gap and pretend physics is optional. Disney rewards planners, but it also rewards people who can change course without turning into a Haunted Mansion portrait. Park Outfits for the Algorithm Disney outfits used to be simple. You wore something cute, something comfortable, or something that said: “I packed this at midnight and regret nothing.” Then DisneyBounding got huge. Matching shirts got huge. Themed outfits got huge. Park content got huge. Folks started building Pinterest boards with “vacation aesthetic,” and the rest of us started getting panic attacks if our trip didn’t look like “their” trip. (I mean, did you even really go on a Disney World vacation if you didn’t have everyone in your travel party wearing matching neon shirts from Etsy?) And now some guests are dressing for the photo first and the 97-degree pavement second. ©Amazon To be clear, we love a good DisneyBound. We love a subtle character outfit. We love matching shirts when they are funny, specific, or at least not printed with a threat about Dad’s wallet. We love creativity. We support whimsy. We want more whimsy in public spaces and fewer people wearing hard pants to Animal Kingdom. But Disney outfits can go wrong when they become impractical, uncomfortable, or a little too close to an actual costume. Disney has dress guidelines, and guests ages 14 and older generally cannot wear costumes in the parks outside certain special event exceptions. So if your outfit requires a hoop skirt, a full wig, a cape with a wingspan, or shoes that were clearly designed by someone who hates arches, maybe rethink the plan. Dappy Day 2025 There is also the sidewalk problem. Take the photo. Get the shot. Document your outfit. But do not block a walkway, hold up a ride entrance, or stage an entire editorial shoot in front of a trash can people actively need. The best Disney outfit is cute enough for the photo and functional enough for the day. Breathable fabric. Good shoes. Sunscreen access. A bag that does not require a construction crew. That is the dream. Mark Your Calendars – The 2026 Dapper Day Dates Have Been Announced! We Still Love Disney Adults Here is the thing: Disney Adults did not really ruin Disney. Disney Adults are often the people making dining reservations for the group, researching discounts, remembering sunscreen, tipping well, cheering for Cast Members, finding the best snacks, and telling their friends which bathroom is cleanest. This is valuable labor. Society should recognize it. The magic is calling! The problem is not adults loving Disney. The problem is when enthusiasm turns into entitlement, gatekeeping, reselling, crowding, or treating every park day like a personal content launch. So go love what you love. Wear the ears. Book the lounge. Cry during the fireworks. Have strong opinions about churros. Defend Living with the Land with the seriousness it deserves. Just remember that Disney World is shared space. Families are there. First-timers are there. Kids are there. Tired parents are there. Cast Members are doing their best. Other Disney Adults are also trying to have their magical little snack parade of a day. Living with the Land Be excited. Be prepared. Be flexible. And maybe don’t buy six popcorn buckets unless five of them are going directly into the hands of friends, family, or a very organized Muppet fan club. Disney Adults have not ruined everything. But we have made a few things a lot harder to get into. And keep following DFB for even more Disney Adult trends you just HAVE to know. More Disney Adult Trends! 6 Things Disney Adults Completely “Ruined” When They Became Too Popular“This Is What the Stink Eye Was Invented For.” Disney Adults Are TIRED of This Restaurant Trend in EPCOTOnly Expert-Level Disney Adults Know About This Secret Hack to Cut Food CostsDisney Adults, Cancel Your Plans! We Know What You’re Doing Next WeekWe Know What Every Disney Adult Will Be Buying From Amazon This Weekend 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 trends have you experienced (or been guilty of)? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

D23 Members get lots of fun and exclusive experiences; however, this recent event might just be the coolest one we’ve ever seen. ©Disney If you love The Princess Diaries, then you will be SO jealous of this The Princess Diaries 25th Anniversary: D23 Genovian Pop-Up Experience. This exclusive pop-up event allowed members to visit one of the filming locations, The Doheny Mansion in Los Angeles, California. It also included props, costumes, a Genovian pear juggler, and see the real filming location of the Genovian Consulate. This event seems like an early 2000s dream come true! ©Disney We cannot believe that The Princess Diaries came out 25 years ago, and we would love it if Disney did even more of these pop-ups to celebrate. Princess Diaries 3 is rumored to be in production soon, and Anne Hathaway has been confirmed to be reprising her role of the iconic Mia Thermopolis one more time. ©Disney We cannot wait to see this movie whenever it finally releases and relive our early 2000s nostalgia. We will continue to keep you posted on all the Disney news, so stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! An Iconic Attraction Is About To Close For A HUGE Overhaul 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 What do you think of this pop-up experience? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

It’s no secret that there are many hidden details and reasons why Disney World attractions work the way they do. The American Adventure We find ourselves still marveling at the Kylo Ren animatronic in Rise of the Resistance, and our jaws drop open when we ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and realize yet again how smooth it is. Something that has constantly blown our minds, though, is seeing just how many sets and animatronics there are inside The American Adventure in EPCOT, and we know we’re not alone. That’s part of the reason Disney just released this behind-the-scenes video showing how it all works, and we STILL can’t believe it. Now you know some of the secrets of the attraction, so you can impress your friends and family with your knowledge AND marvel in what happens behind the magic the next time you go! More Recent EPCOT News! Go Behind The Scenes of This EPCOT Attraction in Disney’s Newest Video!FOOD NEWS! Disney World Adds Over 30 Menu Items This WeekThis EPCOT World Showcase Store is CLOSING in One WeekThis Disney World Hotel Will Look Completely Different By the End of 2026FULL GUIDE To Bottled vs Fountain Soda in Disney World Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news! The Weird Disney World Rule You Must Plan For at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT 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 part of this show? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Yes, we are still talking about our recent trip to Dollywood, and this meal included one of our favorite dishes we tried on our trip! Dine with us! You know we enjoy our theme park food here at DFB, and the food in Dollywood was no different. Located in Tennessee, Dollywood is becoming a name in the theme park food space. We had to check out the restaurants at the HeartSong Resort, and this is everything we tried! Atmosphere Located in the HeartSong Resort, the High Note is the perfect venue to simply relax and unwind after a fun-filled day. It offers casual dining and drinks with a simple atmosphere. This is a very casual restaurant, and it is open from 11 AM to 11 PM. High Note Now, you won’t find many bells or whistles here, but it blends nicely with the theme of the resort. It reminds us of other hotel lounges we’ve been to. It’s a great place to sit down after a long day at Dollywood, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a drink. High Note Bar area Menu The menu here had a lot of options, surprisingly, for a hotel restaurant. They did have a separate speciality menu for the Flower and Food Festival that was happening during our stay. For drinks, they had a selection of champagne, white, sparkling wines, and red wines. Drink Menu There is also a variety of beers, seltzers, and liquor options. For food, there are shareables and a few flatbreads. Cocktails and more High Note also offers salads, burgers, and sandwiches, dinner entree options, and a few desserts. Salads, Supper, and More Eats First up, we grabbed the Tennessee Creamery Cheese and Charcuterie Board for $28. Artisan Cheeses and Meats sourced from local farms. It is served with Honey, Fresh Fruit, Jams, Pickles, Toasted Crostinis. We loved the spread of this board. Our favorite part was having the honey and jam on the side to complement all the salty items. The toasted crostinis were incredible, with lots of crunch, while the other crackers were more basic. Both cheeses were fairly mild, for the most part, so if you’re more of a strong-flavored cheese fan, you’ll be out of luck. There were three different meats on the board, and all were salty, thin, and pretty much what you would expect on a charcuterie. We appreciated the extra accompaniments on the side, including dried fruit, little gherkin pickles, and grapes. Tennessee Creamery Cheese and Charcuterie Board Next, we tried the Sausage, Mushroom, & Onion Flatbread for $21. This is made with Swaggerty’s Sausage, Wild Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Mozzarella Cheese, and Fresh Parmesan. The dough was crispy on the bottom and nice and soft without losing structure. The toppings were LOADED UP, which we loved as it gave us the full flavor in every bite. We enjoyed the sweetness from the caramelized onion, paired with the savory sausage, and the umami from the mushroom. This was one of our favorite dishes at Dollywood! Sausage, Mushroom, & Onion Flatbread We also tried Margherita Flatbread for $19. This flatbread had Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, and Basil. The base of the flatbread was similar to the other one in that it was crispy and held up while eating. We appreciated how fresh the ingredients tasted on this flatbread, and we would order it again! Margherita Flatbread Finally, we tried the Gnocchi Carbonara for $28. This dish is Potato Gnocchi, Benton’s Bacon, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese Vegetarian – Potato Gnocchi, Shiitake Mushroom, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This dish blew us away! It reminded us almost of a biscuits and gravy style carbonara. The gnocchi was well-cooked, it wasn’t chewy, and it had a nice sear on it. The blistered tomatoes were earthy and added a much-needed acidity to break through the heavy carbonara. Gnocchi Carbonara The sauce itself was super thick and more akin to a gravy texture. It was heavy, creamy, and peppery. While it was not what we were expecting, we really enjoyed it. If you’re not looking for a super heavy meal, skip this one. It’s definitely a southern take on a carbonara — which it’s Dollywood, so we love it! Nosh or Not This Dollywood restaurant is a must-visit if… You are staying at the HeartSong Resort. This restaurant is conveniently located inside the hotel, giving you quick access to drinks and food. You want a variety of options. We loved that you could grab salads, handhelds, flatbreads, and more heavy entrees. You should skip this Dollywood spot if… You are with kids. While there is variety on the menu, kids might find this space and menu a bit unamusing. You don’t want to slow down for a meal. This is a sit-down restaurant with no grab-and-go options. Overall We really enjoyed our meal here. We loved the variety you can find on the menu, whether you’re looking for a light snack or a full meal. We enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and loved having a place to sit down and unwind with good food after a long day at Dollywood. The food was full of flavor and gave us some of our favorite meals at Dollywood. We would visit here again for the food alone. The Menu We will continue to share more from our Dollywood trip, so be sure to keep following us at DFB! Dollywood Has Quietly Become The Next Big Theme Park Food Destination 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! 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MAJOR changes are coming to a classic Disney Attraction, and many fans – – myself included – – are a bit torn on it. Carousel of Progress Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress has been operating in one form or another since its debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. The animatronic stage show initially followed a family through the technological advancements of the early 1900s through the mid-1900s, ending in a 1960s-vision of the near future. Following the Fair, the show was moved to Disneyland for about a decade before being shipped back across the country to Walt Disney World. Over the years, the attraction was intermittently updated, with the most recent major upgrade coming in 1994. While the show has its fans – – myself VERY much included – – it is fair to say that the show has been feeling a bit stale for a while now. After all, the “near-future” ending sequence still name-drops the upcoming turn of the millennium. Carousel of Progress That’s why many films welcomed the 2025 announcement that Carousel of Progress would be undergoing a refurbishment. At the time, it was confirmed that the show would include a Walt Disney animatronic in the introduction similar to the one seen at Disneyland, though few other details were announced at the time. ©Disney After months of waiting, Disney finally released more details on the refurbishment, and it’s much bigger than most Disney fans anticipated. To keep the Carousel of Progress “relatable for today’s audiences,” the entire show is being reworked, with a new structure featuring acts based on the 1960s (itself harkening back to the decade the show originally debuted), the 1980s, the 1999-turn of the millennium, and a “possible future” that will imagine a time where “extraordinary innovation has become part of life and proves that a beautiful tomorrow is just a dream away.” According to Disney, the attraction will close on July 6th for its transformation, with an estimated reopening in 2027. ©Disney When I first heard the details of the refurbishment, like many Disney fans, I was a bit taken aback. As a Disney fan who’s admittedly a bit of a classicist, I was initially turned off. While I did think that the finale needed to be replaced (sorry, Flying Ace Granny), I was a bit concerned about the rest of the show. As I wrote at the time, “… the attraction has been both a progress-focused look at the future, while at the same time being a nostalgic look at the past. That latter element has become even more important to the presentation in the last three decades, as the show has been treated almost as a museum-style tribute to Walt Disney. My slight fear is that, while some changes are necessary, Disney may alter the first three acts of the show so much that they don’t resemble the classic version of the show, and in turn lose that aforementioned museum-like tribute quality. This would be especially ironic considering the addition of the Walt animatronic.” What will the future bring? However, as I read about the upcoming changes and Disney’s reasoning for them, I have admittedly done a 180-degree turn. Mainly because, while there are elements of the classic Carousel of Progress that I will miss for nostalgia’s sake, I do believe that the attraction’s message of a hopeful future is one that needs to be relatable to modern audiences, and right now it’s not. ©Disney The 1960s are as far away from the 2020s as the early 1900s were from the 1960s when the original debuted. Modern audiences have their own time periods to look back on, and their own “Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” to look forward to. The “Resident Flying Ace” is about to be grounded. Disney is making major changes to the Carousel of Progress beginning this July. Stay tuned to DFB for further updates on this project. 4 Abandoned and Creepy Parts of 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 What are your thoughts on the Carousel of Progress changes? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

We’re just a few short days away from the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash on Disney+, and to celebrate, we just got to do something EXTREMELY cool! ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ ©Disney To celebrate the release of the film on the streaming platform, Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, Florida hosted the US premiere of Avatar in Concert, combining the beloved film with the incredibly powerful art of a live orchestra. We were so thrilled to be invited to the event, which left us not only thrilled to see the third installment of the franchise again on our screens at home, but also reminded us just how stunning and immersive the original 2009 film is. You’ve likely heard of other films being “in concert” before, and this followed a similar pattern. This was an experience where the original Avatar film was shown on a big screen and was accompanied by a live performance of James Horner’s score by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and Opera Orlando. The orchestra was conducted by John Jesensky, and the performance also featured “ethnic flutes and whistles” by Eric Rigler and vocals by Eleanor Grant. We’re here! What absolutely blew our minds about this experience was how balanced the orchestra and vocals were with the original film, which had all of its music taken out, so every note we heard was live. In fact, the balance was so precise and the execution so flawless that at times it was difficult to remember you were listening to a live orchestra at all! We also have to give a special shout-out to the vocals performed by Eleanor Grant — to say she nailed it would be a massive understatement! What an incredible night! However, we do feel the need to point out that we did hear audience members saddened by the fact that there was no face paint, as was originally stated to be offered, and there was also no special merchandise for the event. We heard several longtime fans note that exclusive merchandise has often been part of previous film concert presentations, and the empty merchandise location was easily the biggest source of disappointment among attendees. Instead, the area where it’s been in the past was just used for seating. Only seating, no merchandise Again, though, the actual show itself was incredible, and it amazes us every time we see Avatar how well it holds up. The movie remains ahead of its time, and it’s wild to think that these incredible visual effects were done 16 years ago! It was a great way to get us excited for the Disney+ release of the newest film, which we’ll absolutely be putting on our TVs first thing on June 24th. More Recent Disney Media News! Real Disney Fans Will Be GLUED to Their Screens on June 24thYour Disney+ Subscription Just Got Cheaper — But Only for a Limited TimeYour Disney+ Subscription Just Got Better — Check Out This Limited-Time Perk‘Andor’ Star Joins ‘Tangled’ Live Action Film As New, Original RoleThe Debate That Has Disney Parks Fans DIVIDED As always, we’ll keep you updated on all the Disney happenings, so stay tuned to DFB. Popular Disney Ride Sets Permanent Closure Timeline Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you go to an event like this? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney to attend their ‘Avatar’ in Concert. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ View the full article

We are always on the lookout for any new food and drinks heading to Disney World. And one of the best places to grab a new meal or cocktail is, of course, Disney Springs. Disney Springs Disney Springs is such an amazing hub of food and drinks, and we just found out one popular spot, City Works Eatery and Pour House, has an exclusive summertime menu that we cannot wait to check out! City Works is a popular sports bar that features classic American food, craft beer, and specialty cocktails. We love stopping here for a bite to eat, and we are thrilled to check out their summer menu that is running now through August 11th! City Works Eatery and Pour House First up is the Truffle Mushroom Burger. ©CityWorks Then you can check out the Crispy Rice Salad. ©CityWorks And if you’re looking for something to drink, you have to check out the new Berry Lemonade Aperol Spritz. ©CityWorks Or the Lime Transfusion. ©CityWorks This is the perfect summer menu and a great way to relax and enjoy a great meal while taking a break from the hot Florida sun. We will continue to update you on all the new food around Disney World, so stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! This NEW Disney Springs Restaurant Just Took A BIG Step Towards Opening! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be checking out this limited-time summer menu? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We love going to Epic Universe for an epic park day. Where else can you ride dragons, battle wizards, face monsters, and race in Mario Kart all in one day? Epic Universe! Well, we have some massive Epic Universe news – the park is about to get even bigger. Universal just filed a brand-new permit for a 71,500-square-foot structure at Epic Universe! ​​ According to the Orlando Business Journal, Universal just filed a brand-new permit for a 71,500-square-foot structure at Epic Universe at 1001 Epic Blvd. The permit doesn’t include a project description, though records indicate the building’s category covers recreational, social, or sauna facilities. Luna lights up the night in Celestial Park Because of the building’s size, it will likely be a medium-sized attraction or a live entertainment venue. Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge is roughly 71,000 square feet, and The Untrainable Dragon show in the Isle of Berk spans around 70,000 square feet. Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge The contractor is Stantec Architecture, which is a frequent collaborator of Universal’s. In addition to this new project, it’s building project 915 in Celestial Park, a two-story multi-purpose event space. From their portfolio, we’re pretty sure that this new space will be a theater or a similar entertainment venue. ©Bioreconstruct on X When we looked back at Epic Universe’s concept art, we saw that Dark Universe originally included a theater that didn’t make it into the final park. While we’re not sure what the show would entail, it fits within the permit’s square footage and aligns with Stantc Architecture’s theatrical background. ©Universal We’ll be sure to update you on all the new Epic Universe construction. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Epic Universe news! Universal Files Permit to Build NEW Attraction in Epic Universe 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 Universal is building for Epic Universe? Comment below! View the full article

Yes, we’ve been busy at Universal Kids Resort this week, but we’ve also been in Disney World learning about a new lounge, shop, and restaurant coming to Disney’s BoardWalk, as well as discovered a new favorite meal in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Cannoli Cupcake We also noticed some changes happening at Disney World restaurants this week, so we’re going to give you all the latest updates. Magic Kingdom Main Street Bakery Starbucks Refreshers ADDED: Blue Coconut Lemonade Energy Refresher – Grande for $6.45 Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom Westward Ho Breakfast Entrees Mickey-shaped Bacon-Pecan-Caramel Cinnamon Roll changed from $8.49 to $8.99 Breakfast Beverages Lowfat Milk changed from $2.29 to $2.59 Beverages Frozen Coca-Cola Slushy changed from $5.49 to $6.29 Twinings Hot Tea changed from $4.29 to $4.79 Westward Ho Friar’s Nook Entrees ADDED: Jumbo Pretzel — Served with Cheese Sauce for $13.49 The Friar’s Nook EPCOT Kringla Bakeri og Kafe Alcoholic Beverages ADDED: Coconut Cream Cold Brew — Coconut-flavored Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee, Vanilla Custard Cold Foam, and Coconut with Don Q Coco Rum for $14.50 Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe Block & Hans Snacks REMOVED: Cinnamon-glazed Nuts Block & Hans La Cava del Tequila Specialty Drinks The Cucumber changed from $18.25 to $19 The Vaquero’s Falsetto changed from $23 to $24 Blood Orange changed from $18.50 to $19 La Cava del Tequila La Hacienda de San Angel The Cucumber changed from $18.25 to $19 The Vaquero’s Falsetto changed from $23 to $24 Blood Orange changed from $18.50 to $19 La Hacienda de San Angel San Angel Inn The Cucumber changed from $18.25 to $19 The Vaquero’s Falsetto changed from $23 to $24 Blood Orange changed from $18.50 to $19 San Angel Inn Disney’s Hollywood Studios ABC Commissary Soy Allergy-Friendly REMOVED: Kids’ Rice Pasta Macaroni & Cheese – Soy Allergy-Friendly ABC Commissary Backlot Express Limited Time Offerings REMOVED: Your Chosen Path Cupcake ADDED: Sheriff Jessie Punch — White Cranberry Juice, DOLE Pineapple Juice, Minute Maid Orange Juice, Lime Juice, and Grenadine topped with Sweet Cream and Dehydrated Star Fruit for $6.79 Backlot Express Woody’s Lunch Box Featured Offerings REMOVED: The Clawwww! Lunch Box Tart ADDED: Lilypad Lunch Box Tart — Cherry-Lime filled Pastry topped with Green Fondant, Sugar Candy, and White Chocolate for $5.79 Woody’s Lunch Box Trolley Car Cafe Starbucks Refreshers ADDED: Blue Coconut Lemonade Energy Refresher – Grande for $6.45 Trolley Car Cafe Disney’s Animal Kingdom Creature Comforts Starbucks Refreshers ADDED: Blue Coconut Lemonade Energy Refresher – Grande for $6.45 Creature Comforts Flame Tree Barbecue Beverages with Alcohol Bubbling Pink Lagoon with Vodka changed from “SVEDKA Vodka, Minute Maid® Premium Strawberry Lemonade, Sprite, and Kiwi flavor” to “Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Minute Maid Premium Strawberry Lemonade, Sprite, and Kiwi Flavor” and price changed from $15.50 to $16.50 ADDED: RAMONA Blood Orange Wine Spritz — Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Minute Maid Premium Strawberry Lemonade, Sprite, and Kiwi Flavor for $11.75 Plant-Based REMOVED: Plant-based Burnt Ends ADDED: Korean Barbecue Sandwich — Featuring Impossible Beef with Pickled Vegetables, Gochujang Mayonnaise, and Cilantro served on a Sourdough Baguette with French Fries for $12.49 Flame Tree Barbecue Isle of Java Beverages REMOVED: Bunny Burrow Isle of Java Eight Spoon Cafe Beverages REMOVED: The Simba Drink Eight Spoon Cafe Pizzafari Entrees Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta description changed from “Served with a Slice of Garlic Bread” to “Topped with Toasted Garlic Bread Crumbs served with Garlic Bread” Desserts REMOVED: Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake ADDED: Marbled Swirled Cheesecake — with Vanilla Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Mini Brownies, and Chocolate Zebra Stripes for $6.49 Beverages with Alcohol REMOVED: Sunset Haven ADDED: RAMONA Ruby Grapefruit Wine Spritz for $11.75 Pizzafari Satu’li Canteen Entrees ADDED: Spicy Pork Steamed “Pods” — Mongolian-style Pork “Pod” stuffed with Pork, Bamboo Shoots, Bell Peppers, Scallions, and a Chili-Garlic Paste served with Crunchy Vegetable Slaw and Vegetable Chips for $14.29 Cold Brews REMOVED: Specialty Matcha Cold Brew, Specialty Cold Brew Flight ADDED: Specialty Chai Cold Brew — Chai Tea, Oat Milk, and Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with Whipped Cream and Chai Spice for $6.29 Beverages with Alcohol ADDED: Specialty Chai Cold Brew — Chai Tea, Oat Milk, and Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with Whipped Cream, Chai Spice, and a float of Bacardí Silver Rum for $15.50 ADDED: Cold Brew with Rum and Sweet Cream — Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee with Sweet Cream and a float of Bacardi Silver Rum for $15.50 ADDED: Pandoran Sunrise with Rum — DOLE Pineapple Juice and Minute Maid Limeade blended with POWERADE Melon and POWERADE Fruit Punch topped with Bacardi Superior Rum for $15.50 ADDED: Ube Cold Brew with Rum — Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee with Ube Sweet Cream, Butterfly Pea Whipped Topping, Freeze-dried Raspberries, and a float of Bacardi Silver Rum for $15.50 Satu’li Canteen Harambe Fruit Market Snacks ADDED: Stuffed Pancake Sandwich — with Sausage, Guava Paste, Egg, and Cheese for $9.49 Harambe Fruit Market Tamu Tamu Refreshments Breakfast Entrees ADDED: Stuffed Pancake Sandwich — with Sausage, Guava Paste, Egg, and Cheese for $9.49 Tamu Tamu Tiffins Specialty Cocktail ADDED: Orange Carajillo — Joffrey’s Sumatra Shade Grown Espresso, Licor 43 Liqueur for $18.50 ADDED: Yuzu Amarillo Cocktail — Sango African Agave Spirit, Passion Fruit, Yuzu, Aji Amarillo, House-Made Simple Syrup, Sesame Oil for $16.50 Hot Coffee Cocktails REMOVED: Buena Vista Coffee Tiffins Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Uzima Springs Pool Bar Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Uzima Springs Pool Bar Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beach Club Marketplace Bakery Chocolate Chunk Cookie changed from $3.99 to $4.79 Beach Club Marketplace Beaches and Cream Specialty Shakes ADDED: Star Spangled Shake — Berries and Vanilla-flavored Milk Shake with Confetti Cake Ice Pop, Whipped Cream, and Red, White, and Blue Star Sprinkles served in a Souvenir Cup for $16 Star Spangled Shake Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Gasparilla Island Grill Beverages REMOVED: Chocolate Milk Gasparilla Island Grilla Beaches Pool Bar Alcoholic Beverages ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Beaches Pool Bar Courtyard Pool Bar Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Courtyard Pool Bar Disney’s Old Key West Resort Turtle Shack Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Barefoot Pool Bar Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Barefoot Pool Bar Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort On The Rocks Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 On the Rocks Pool Bar Paddock Grill Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Paddock Grill Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Cafe Entrees REMOVED: Fried Fish and Shrimp Basket Contempo Cafe Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Mardi Grogs Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Mardi Grogs Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Muddy Rivers Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 Muddy Rivers Pool Bar Disney’s Art of Animation Resort The Drop Off Pool Bar Featured Cocktails ADDED: Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail — Red, White, and Blue Lemonade Cocktail for $17.50 The Drop Off Disney’s All-Star Music Resort World Premiere Food Court Limited Time Offerings ADDED: Ride Like the Wind, Bullseye! — Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse, Saltine Toffee, Toasted Marshmallow Cream for $7.29 World Premiere Food Court Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie Limited Time Offerings ADDED: Yodel-ay-hee-hoo! Cheesecake — Lemon Curd Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust for $9.75 Amorette’s Patisserie Keeping up with Disney World restaurant menu changes is a lot, but you can check menus online on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also let you know when menus change, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. 4 Disney’s Hollywood Studios Restaurants the Experts Refuse to Book 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 Did Disney World change the menu at your favorite restaurant? Share your thoughts in the comments! View the full article

The newest film in the Toy Story franchise, Toy Story 5, released in theaters on June 19th, and Disney is celebrating in big ways! ©Disney The film is a big reason you can celebrate Cool KIDS’ SUMMER in Disney World with the Jessie’s Roundup in Magic Kingdom, as well as check out a special Toy Story 5 photo op in Disney California Adventure, but there’s way more where that came from. If you’re heading to Disneyland Resort soon and staying on property, there’s a new perk coming to the hotel pools you won’t want to miss! To celebrate the release of the new film, you’ll soon be able to experience Disney Poolside Splash Bash at all the Disneyland hotels! The offering will begin on July 2nd and take place on Thursdays and Sundays, and will feature Disney trivia, music through the decades, and characters showing off some of their dance moves. Yes, that means you’ll get to meet Jessie, Bo Peep, and Woody poolside at Pixar Place Hotel, Disneyland Hotel, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. ©Disney While you’re around the area, there’s also a special installation highlighting Toy Story 5 located on the second-floor atrium of the Pixar Place Hotel that fans of the franchise will love. ©Disney Looking for more recent Disneyland news you may have missed? Check out our posts below! More Recent Disneyland Resort News! The NEW Disney Hotel Pool Perk You’re Going To Be Obsessed WithREVIEW: This Gelato Tastes Like DOLE Whip in Disney, and Life Could Not Be BetterThis NEW Disney Popcorn Bucket Is Every Toy Story Fan’s DREAMA NEW Snack Spot Is Opening TOMORROW at Downtown DisneyNEWS: Tickets On Sale NOW for Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World and Disneyland news to help you make sure you don’t miss anything on your vacation, so stay tuned to DFB! NEWS: Disneyland To Rebuild Train Station 3 Years After Fire Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you seen Toy Story 5 yet? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Sometimes it feels like you can see closures or construction in Disney World practically everywhere you look. EPCOT Right now, EPCOT is the park with the least construction, partly due to the fact that it’s the only park not getting an entire new land. However, if you look closely, you’ll find small projects throughout the park, like La Poutinerie, which has a planned opening date of July 1st. Another one is about to join the list, though, and we’ll be without this World Showcase store for a few months. Over in the France Pavilion, one of the stores you’ll find is La Signature, where you can check out 70 different French cosmetics and fragrances from Guerlain, and also get a makeup consultation, if you so desire! France Pavilion It’s a smaller store, and many people walk right by it, but we’ve enjoyed popping in to see what they have every now and then, especially if we just need a breath of AC for a second. We won’t be able to step into the store for a while, though, because it’ll be closing temporarily beginning June 29th. It’s expected to open later in 2026, but no official date has been set. France Pavilion in EPCOT Guerlain merchandise from La Signature will be available at Plume Et Palette, located nearby, for the time being, so if you were really looking forward to checking out what’s offered, don’t worry, you won’t miss out. It might make the store a bit more crowded than normal, so keep that in mind. More Recent EPCOT News! FOOD NEWS! Disney World Adds Over 30 Menu Items This WeekThis EPCOT World Showcase Store is CLOSING in One WeekThis Disney World Hotel Will Look Completely Different By the End of 2026FULL GUIDE To Bottled vs Fountain Soda in Disney WorldDisney Quietly Made a Huge EPCOT Change, and Everything Looks a Little Different Now We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! Nasty Disney World Problems You Are NOT Prepared For 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 store in World Showcase? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

These are the things almost every first-time Disney visitor says the same thing about. If you’ve never been to Walt Disney World before, you probably have a picture in your head of what it’s like. And to be fair—some of it is exactly what you expect. But there are also a few things that almost […] The post What Surprises First-Time Disney Visitors the Most (And How to Be Ready) appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

While there wasn’t much news from inside the actual Disney World parks this past week, we did get TONS of news that will soon affect Disney Springs and Disney’s BoardWalk. ©Disney For months now, there have been empty buildings over at the BoardWalk, and while there have been permits filed, there has been no official announcement as to what is on the way. Until now, that is, because this past week, Disney revealed exactly what’s coming to the BoardWalk, and we also got some exciting updates about Disney Springs projects in the works! Over in Disney Springs, Columbia Sportswear will be reopening on July 24th, and Six Ravens took a big step forward with new signage and decor on the outside of the building. Additionally, we got the news that Level99 will officially be opening on June 29th, and tickets will go on sale beginning June 22nd. Future location of Level99 Let’s take a look at all the current closures taking place in Disney World from June 19th through June 26th. Magic Kingdom Storybook Circus Pete’s Silly Sideshow is temporarily unavailable as of January 4th, 2026. This is the Storybook Circus meet and greet area, where you can meet Donald Duck, Goofy, Daisy Duck, and Minnie Mouse as they join the circus. Good news, though! While Pete’s Silly Sideshow will be closed, you can still meet all of the characters! You will find Goofy and Minnie at the entrance to Storybook Circus, and you can find Donald and Daisy in the back of Storybook Circus by the restrooms. Pete’s Silly Sideshow However, now there’s ANOTHER closure in the land as well. Big Top Souvenirs closed on February 20th, and Disney has said it’ll “reopen for guests to enjoy later this year,” but there’s no date in sight. When we stopped by recently, we noticed that the entire top of the store is GONE right now! Talk about a jump scare! The tent disappeared! We’re really curious to see how this all turns out, so we’ll keep you updated! Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island An iconic part of the Magic Kingdom is now permanently closed. As of July 7th, 2025, the Rivers of America, including the Liberty Square River Boat and Tom Sawyer Island, are permanently closed to make way for the new Cars area, Piston Peak. There are lots of construction walls up in the area now, and the structures on Tom Sawyer Island have been demolished. Most recently, we saw some updates to the concrete on the land, as well as leveling taking place for the new attractions — how exciting! Piston Peak construction Piston Peak National Park will be replacing this area of the Magic Kingdom. Disney has not yet announced an opening date for the new Cars area, but we do know it will feature two brand-new attractions and be themed to look like a National Park. Disney Shared a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the NEW Cinderella Castle Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Parts of) Animation Courtyard Animation Courtyard closed on September 25th, 2025, to make way for Walt Disney Studios. The courtyard area, new Disney Jr. show, and meet and greet station for Sofia the First and SupeKitties officially opened on May 26th, but we’re still waiting for the other sections of the area to open. Star Wars Launch Bay will be turned into The Magic of Disney Animation. This attraction will have you interacting and exploring with this fun take on Disney Animation headquarters, complete with the return of the Sorcerer Mickey hat! The Magic of Disney Animation in Walt Disney Studios This area will also feature a new Drawn to Wonderland indoor play area that we can’t wait to see! Muppets Courtyard Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo closed on June 8th, 2025, and Muppets Courtyard has been walled off for construction on the new Monsters, Inc. land. Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano has been closed since May 11th, 2025. Most recently, Disney released new information about Monstropolis, saying that “Monstropolis — the monster city now powered by laughter — is getting ready to give humans a glimpse of what’s been hidden from their world for generations. Which raises an interesting question: if humans were never meant to enter the monster world … why are the doors finally opening to us?” ©Disney We’ll get to explore their world during H.U.M.A.N. Day, or “Humans Understand Monsters Are Nice” Day, with Disney continuing to say, “Human guests will have the chance to explore the city, meet its citizens, taste unique cuisine, and step into the everyday world of monsters in a totally new way. For the first time, two worlds once separated are meeting face to scaly, furry, and fang-filled face – brought together not by screams, but by laughter.” ©Disney It’s also been fully confirmed that Harryhausen’s will be one of the restaurants in the new land, which we’re beyond excited to experience. If you’re missing The Muppets, you can go visit them at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets right now! 3 Changes Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Next Month EPCOT La Poutinerie Refreshment Port, located near the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase, closed for refurbishment on January 12th. We know that when it reopens, it’ll become La Poutinerie, and Disney recently revealed some of the menu to us, as well as let us know that it’ll officially open on July 1st. ©Disney The spot will be sponsored by Air Canada, and promises to deliver “a Canadian classic with a twist.” We’re stoked! The Weird Disney World Rule You Must Plan For at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom DinoLand, USA On February 2nd, DinoLand, USA officially closed to make way for the new Tropical Americas land, Pueblo Esperanza. Most recently, thanks to an update by @bioreconstruct on X, we can see that the walls have been cast and placed for the Casita in front of the Encanto dark ride. via @bioreconstruct We can also see lots of work happening at the front of the new Indiana Jones ride! via @bioreconstruct This new land is shaping up nicely! It will have three new rides – a carousel featuring classic Disney animals, an Indiana Jones ride where you’ll explore a Mayan temple, and an Encanto ride that invites you into the Madrigals’ home. We can’t wait to continue to see how it all shapes up. 4 Abandoned and Creepy Parts of Disney World Disney World Hotels Boat Dock — Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Starting on May 11th, the Boat Dock at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort became unavailable for guests to use due to refurbishment. The dock is closed! Boat transportation was unavailable through June 5th, but has now reopened. Though construction on the dock as a whole will continue through late June. It’s not too bad, but this does mean the only way to get from the hotel to Magic Kingdom is to take the Monorail or walk. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa This hotel has been undergoing refurbishments for quite some time now, but some sections of the hotel — specifically the porte cochere — will continue to undergo refurbishment through at least early 2027. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort We certainly hope it’ll actually reopen on this timeline — we’re a little tired of seeing construction all over this beautiful hotel! Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Currently, work is taking place all over Bay Lake Tower through Late 2027. Additionally, exterior elevator landing repairs will be taking place through late May 2026. Bay Lake Tower While currently no major closures are taking place due to this construction, it’s important to note that you may see or hear construction during your stay. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort For those looking to dine at this hotel, you need to know that the Turf Club Bar & Grill and Turf Club Lounge will both be under refurbishment from mid-March through mid-September 2026. Turf Club Bar & Grill In early April, the Turf Club Lounge will close for refurbishment and will reopen in early August. In the meantime, the Turf Club Bar & Grill will remain open with a pop-up bar serving a modified Lounge food and beverage menu. Then, from early to mid-August, the Turf Club patio will close for refurbishment, and finally, from mid-August through mid-September, the Turf Club Bar & Grill will be closed for refurbishment, but the Turf Club Lounge will be open. Leisure Pools — Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Yacht Club and Disney’s Beach Club Resort are currently undergoing visible exterior maintenance. The maintenance could affect views and may require alternate routes at times. In addition, two of the resort’s leisure pools will close for routine maintenance. Tidal Pool At Disney’s Yacht Club, the Admiral leisure will be closed for maintenance through early May 2026. At Disney’s Beach Club, the Tidal leisure pool will be closed for maintenance through early May 2026. Guests may see or hear construction work, but it will only be done during the daytime hours. Yachtsman Steakhouse — Disney’s Yacht Club Resort On May 11th, Yachtsman Steakhouse officially closed for refurbishment. Yachtsman Steakhouse The restaurant is expected to open sometime in early August, though no official date has been set. Promenade Fine Art Gallery — Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Resort The Promenade Fine Art Gallery closed its Disney’s BoardWalk location on October 20th, 2025. However, the Promenade Fine Art Gallery isn’t closing for good, and it will just be moving to a new location. Promenade Fine Art Gallery Disney just filed permits for the BoardWalk titled “Project Amazon” and “Project Bubbles” earlier this year, and now that we have a bit more information on them, we’re thinking that this currently vacant spot could soon become the home of the new Basin on the BoardWalk store on its way! The shop will be rooted in the resort’s classic boardwalk heritage and will offer a sensory shopping experience that is described as “both timeless and distinctly new.” Jellyrolls — Disney’s BoardWalk Jellyrolls at Disney’s BoardWalk officially closed on April 19th, 2025. This entertainment venue has provided our team with countless memories, and we know many others are also sad to see it close. Jellyrolls had its final farewell performance on April 19th. 2025 and closed its doors forever on Disney’s BoardWalk. It was just recently revealed, though, that a new lounge will be coming to the BoardWalk! ©Disney The new lounge will be called Hurly-Burly and will be a “fun-filled afternoons and glamorous evenings inside a historic seaside theatre with a vibrant BoardWalk story that spans over a century.” Based on the concept art revealed, it’s looking like the former JellyRolls building would be the best fit for this spot, but we’re also waiting to see where the new quick-service restaurant announced for the BoardWalk will be going! Three Disney World Hotels Fans Aren’t Booking in 2027 We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! TSA Adds NEW Security Option — And It’ll Cost You $9 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 When is your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

It has been all about Toy Story lately, and understandably so! Disney fans are heading to the movie theaters to see Toy Story 5, which just dropped on June 19th. On top of that, Disney has also released a fun way to celebrate the highly anticipated film with a new experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Toy Story Land! Head over to Hollywood Studios at Disney World, because some brand-new Toy Story 5-themed PhotoPass spots are now available to celebrate the movie! Run like the wind, because they’re only going to be at the park until July 31st. There are a total of FOUR new PhotoPass experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In Toy Story Land, you can grab a photo with Forky and Karen Beverly, who are celebrating their wedding! This is available with PhotoPass photographers at both entrances to Toy Story Land. ©Disney You can also get your photo displayed on Lilypad, a new character in Toy Story 5, along with Woody, Buzz, and Jessie! This is also available with PhotoPass photographers located in Toy Story Land. You’ll have to check out two spots specifically at Toy Story Land. One is near Rex and Jessie in front of Slinky Dog Dash, and the other is by the entrance to Alien Swirling Saucers. ©Disney Toy Story Land isn’t the only spot that’s offering new photo experiences. You can take a photo with some new characters in Toy Story 5, including Smarty Pants, Snappy, and Atlas. For this photoshoot, you’ll need to locate the photographer near BaseLine Tap House. ©Disney Lastly, there’s a PhotoPass opportunity that is exclusive to Disney World Annual Passholders only! For this one, Annual Passholders can grab a photo with Jessie and Bullseye, which is also near BaseLine Tap House. Don’t forget to use some of the passholder-exclusive props to give the photo your own unique style. ©Disney We love brand-new PhotoPass opportunities. They’re fun ways to create new and unique memories, especially when the photos you take are only available for a limited time. Make sure to follow us at Disney Food Blog, so you don’t miss out on all the latest Disney news and updates. Disney Quietly Made a Huge EPCOT Change, and Everything Looks a Little Different Now 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 going to check out the new PhotoPass spots? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

When you’re planning a trip to Disney World, it can be overwhelming to know what you should pack. Between the outfits, accessories, and all the essentials, that packing list can be long, and the price can add up quick. Disney World That’s why we are here! We are always on the lookout for cheap Disney essentials that you actually need for your next trip, so you can save a little money and avoid overpacking. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Let’s dive into these five Amazon items that you should pack for your next Disney World trip! First up, check out this Water Bottle Crossbody ©Amazon This bag is perfect if you’re planning on bringing your water bottle into Disney World with you. It can carry any size water bottle between 18 and 64oz, and it even has a zipper pouch on the front for your phone or other small items. When it gets hot in the summer, it can be a bummer to drink warm water from the plastic water bottles in your bag, plus those can get heavy. This bag allows you to bring your own water bottle that will stay cold longer, and you can refill for free around the parks. VIEW ON AMAZON Next, check out this Mickey Mouse Misting Fan LACOVIA Cute Mouse Misting Mini Fan This fan is adorable and an absolute lifesaver when you’re visiting Disney World in the summer. Florida gets HOT in the summers and is so humid, which means traveling to Disney can get uncomfortable, especially in the middle of the day when the sun is relentless. That’s when having a handheld fan can really change the game. This fan both blows air and mists on you, which can really help to cool off on your Disney day. VIEW ON AMAZON Then you have to check out this Disney Waterproof Bag ©Amazon This bag is so cute and features lots of fun little Disney details. Plus, this is a great essential if you’re staying at a Disney World hotel this summer. Not only is this great for packing up after a pool day, but it’s amazing for the water parks. This summer, Disney World Resort Guests get free water park entry on their check-in day, and if you take advantage of this perk, you might be stuck carrying wet clothes all the way back to your hotel. Unless you have this cute waterproof bag to keep your wet bathing suits and clothes separate! VIEW ON AMAZON You can also grab this pack of Silicone Reusable Straws ©Amazon This set comes with 12 different colored straws, two cleaning brushes, and four carrying containers, perfect for throwing these in your park bag. These are an amazing essential for anyone who doesn’t like the feeling of paper straws but still wants a safe and reusable option. VIEW ON AMAZON Last up, check out our favorite Waterproof Poncho Frogg Toggs Poncho We are OBSESSED with this poncho. There is truly nothing worse on your Disney vacation than getting caught in the rain and then being stuck in soggy, wet clothes for the rest of the day. This poncho helps prevent that. It is waterproof, and the material is very breathable, so you don’t feel extra overheated on a humid day. Then our favorite feature is the adjustable strap on the hood, which prevents any water from seeping in around your face. A poncho is a must when traveling to Disney in the summer, and this is the best one we’ve ever tried. VIEW ON AMAZON Will you be grabbing any of these cheap Disney essentials for your next trip? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! View the full article

Disney World had an annoying problem – if you wanted a crispy soda straight from the fountain, you’d have to go to a quick-service restaurant, often with long lines and no open tables. The popcorn carts and outdoor food stands didn’t have a soda machine for your soda fix – but that just massively changed! Nothing beats a crispy Diet Coke and a walk in front of the castle! When we heard that some popcorn carts and snack stands in Disney World started offering fountain drinks, we had to investigate. We learned that yes, the rumors are true, and yes, you can get a crispy fountain soda at select popcorn carts now! But then we wondered, which ones? After a full week of investigating, we compiled a comprehensive list of what popcorn carts, snack stands, and outdoor vending spots offer bottled vs fountain drinks across all of Disney World! Here’s the full list sorted by park: Magic Kingdom Main Street, U.S.A. Main Street Popcorn Cart in front of the Chamber of Commerce – bottled drinks Left side of The Hub by Adventureland – fountain drinks Right side The Hub by Tomorrowland – fountain drinks Fantasyland Ice cream carts – bottled drinks Maurice’s Amazing Popcorn Machine – bottled drinks Price Eric’s Village Market – bottled drinks Storybook Circus Popcorn Carts – bottled drinks Frontierland Popcorn cart – bottled drinks Westward Ho – fountain drinks Frontierland Churro Cart – bottled drinks Liberty Square Ice cream carts – bottled drinks Popcorn cart – bottled drinks Liberty Square Market – bottled drinks Tomorrowland Ice cream carts – bottled drinks Adventureland Spring Roll Cart – bottled drinks Popcorn cart – bottled drinks Magic Kingdom EPCOT World Celebration World Celebration Popcorn Cart – fountain drinks Future World West Popcorn Cart – bottled drinks World Nature The Land Cart – bottled drinks Refreshment Cart by The Seas – bottled drinks World Showcase Canada Popcorn Cart – bottled drinks Kabuki Cafe – bottled drinks Fire and Drum Tavern – fountain drinks Germany carts – bottled drinks Refreshment Outpost – fountain drinks Norway Popcorn Cart – fountain drinks Mexico Popcorn Cart – fountain drinks EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Boulevard Ice cream cart in front of The Hollywood Brown Derby – bottled drinks Hot and Fresh Popcorn in front of Walt Disney Studios – fountain drinks Popcorn cart by Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway – fountain drinks Churro cart by Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway – bottled drinks Sunset Boulevard Anaheim Produce – bottled drinks Ice cream carts – bottled drinks FØØD by Swedish Chef – fountain drinks Pretzel Palooza – bottled drinks The Walt Disney Studios All carts have bottled drinks Echo Lake Oasis Canteen – bottled drinks Grand Avenue Ice Cold Hydraulics – fountain drinks Galaxy Edge All carts and stands sell speciality droid soda bottles Toy Story Land Popcorn carts – fountain drinks All other snack stands sell bottled drinks Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom is the most consistent park yet. You’ll almost exclusively find bottled sodas at popcorn and snack carts! Here are the three exceptions: Isle of Java in Discovery Island – fountain drinks TamuTamu in Africa – fountain drinks Mr. Kamal’s in Asia – fountain drinks Animal Kingdom We’re so glad that it’s even easier to get a crispy soda in Disney World now. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! The Ultimate Disney World Popcorn Guide 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 prefer bottled or fountain soda? Comment below – we want ALL of your thoughts! View the full article

Run — don’t walk — to Amazon for these great Loungefly deals! ©Amazon Who doesn’t love a good Disney Loungefly sale? Maybe you’ve had your eyes on a special bag and have been waiting for the price to drop. Maybe you’re just looking to browse and find your new favorite bag. Either way, we’ve found several Loungefly bags ON SALE for 20% off or more on Amazon, and we’re sharing with you some of our favs! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You can view all sorts of Disney Loungefly deals on Amazon by clicking the link below and checking out our Amazon storefront! VIEW DISNEY LOUNGEFLY DEALS ON AMAZON Save over 40% on this first Loungefly! ©Amazon The Loungefly Disney Princess Stained Glass Crossbody Bag is currently 41% off on Amazon! This bag features a silhouette of Belle holding a rose, surrounded by 3D flowers. It also sports lace-like details on the front flap and a satin bow attached to the top handle. Inside, you’ll spot various silhouettes of Disney Princesses. BUY ON AMAZON This cute bag can be converted into different styles ©Amazon Currently 29% off on Amazon, the Loungefly Dumbo Book Series Convertible Crossbody Bag celebrates over 80 years of Dumbo! This bag features Dumbo and Timothy Q. Mouse on the outside in a book cover design, and even sports the movie’s title printed on the “spine.” Inside, you’ll find storybook-like artwork of Dumbo’s beginnings! Thanks to the adjustable and removable straps, this bag can work as a crossbody purse or a backpack. BUY ON AMAZON This adorable Stitch backpack is on sale ©Amazon Right now, you can save 44% on the Loungefly Lilo and Stitch Animal Friends Mini Backpack! This backpack features an all-over print of Stitch on a surfboard, ducklings, and sea turtles. There are even cute duckling appliques on the straps! BUY ON AMAZON This Chip ‘n’ Dale backpack is priced lower than it’s been in over a month! ©Amazon This Loungefly Chip ‘n’ Dale Two Chips & a Miss Mini Backpack is currently 20% off on Amazon! This bag is inspired by the short film Two Chips & a Miss and features embroidered and plush Chip ‘n’ Dale characters leaning on each other on the front of the bag. On the side, you’ll find an image of Clarice that’s signed by her. Best of all, it comes with a top hat zipper charm! BUY ON AMAZON Save over 20% on this Zootopia Loungefly ©Amazon The Loungefly Zootopia 2 Judy Hopps Mini Backpack is currently 22% off on Amazon and features a Hawaiian print all over. The sides sport a woven material on the side pockets and straps, and the front pocket features Judy’s face with embroidered facial details and 3D applique ears. BUY ON AMAZON Start Halloween shopping early with this next Loungefly ©Amazon Save 33% on the Loungefly Mickey & Friends Halloween Mini Backpack! This bag features Mickey and his pals in their Halloween costumes as they go trick-or-treating. It also includes autumn motifs like ivy and pumpkins, and even a Mickey pumpkin zipper charm! BUY ON AMAZON View the rest of the Disney Loungefly deals by clicking the link below and checking out our Amazon storefront! VISIT OUR STOREFRONT FOR EVEN MORE LOUNGEFLY DEALS! As always, keep it posted right here at DFB for more Disney souvenir finds! View the full article

We don’t want to sound too dramatic, but things are not going very well at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge right now! Wilderness Lodge This is one of the most popular hotels at Disney World. It has a cabin-like feel to it, almost as if you’re on a camping retreat at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Although the resort is not feeling very magical right now. The Wilderness Lodge is a hot resort right now. No…like literally HOT! The AC has completely shut down across the resort for three days, and they still have not been able to fix whatever issue is going on. Some parts of the hotel you really feel it, while others aren’t so bad. Wilderness Lodge It’s slightly cooler down at Roaring Fork, the quick-service restaurant. We actually found some temporary AC over there, which really helps, especially when enjoying your meal. Overall, things are a little chaotic as Cast Members do their best to accommodate the guests staying at the resort. Temporary AC We found it to be extra hot inside Mercantile. The fridges have also been emptied, and there’s a posted sign saying, “If you’re looking for something specific, ask a Cast Member.” A Cast Member actually came up to us while we were looking in the fridges to help us find something, which was super helpful! Temporary AC We truly feel for everyone staying here and the Cast Members who are working hard to make the best out of the situation. The Cast Members are doing everything they can to help the guests, and they even put an ice water station in the lobby, which was nice and really helped a lot! Ice water station! Some areas are operating normally. Whispering Canyon is still serving food right now, while Territory Lounge and Artists Pointe are both expected to open later. And everything was operating normally at Roaring Fork. Whispering Canyon Cafe Problems are bound to happen, but we’re hoping Disney can solve this issue soon, especially considering how hot it is outside right now. Wilderness Lodge The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also 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. We’re always on top of all the latest Disney news! Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog, so you can get all the Disney updates you need for your vacation. CONFIRMED: This Exclusive Perk Is Coming Back to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2026 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 staying at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge right now? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Comic Rewind Disney World wait times have a reputation for being, well, unpredictable. Sure, we can look at past data to get an estimate of the crowd levels in Disney World, but you never know what may happen from year to year. Take a look at this week’s average wait times for proof! This is everything you need to know about the average wait times in Disney World this past week. After Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Test Track tied for longest average wait last week, the latter officially supplanted the former as EPCOT’s — and the resort’s — overall busiest ride this week. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Racing through TRON Lightcycle / Run — 57 minutes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 45 minutes Jungle Cruise — 34 minutes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — 33 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 33 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 31 minutes Space Mountain — 31 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 30 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 27 minutes Haunted Mansion — 21 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 14 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 14 minutes Astro Orbiter — 13 minutes Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid Tomorrowland Speedway — 13 minutes Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid — 11 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 11 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 10 minutes “it’s a small world” — 10 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 9 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 9 minutes Country Bear Jamboree — 9 minutes Aladdin and Jasmine on the Magic Carpets Enchanted Tiki Room — 9 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 8 minutes Mad Tea Party — 7 minutes Carousel of Progress Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 6 minutes Carousel of Progress — 4 minutes 3 Magic Kingdom Restaurants the Experts Refuse to Book EPCOT Wait Times Test Track Test Track — 68 minutes Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — 67 minutes Frozen Ever After — 46 minutes Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 43 minutes Soarin’ Across America — 32 minutes EPCOT Mission: SPACE — 15 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 15 minutes Spaceship Earth — 12 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 10 minutes Living with the Land — 10 minutes Journey into Imagination — 8 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 6 minutes Awesome Planet, American Adventure, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Canada Far and Wide, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. This Is One of the BEST Things To Do in EPCOT, and You Can’t Change My Mind Animal Kingdom Wait Times River Journey Avatar Flight of Passage — 50 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 35 minutes Expedition Everest Kilimanjaro Safaris — 23 minutes Expedition Everest — 23 minutes Zootopia: Better Zoogether — 11 minutes These Disney Adult Animal Kingdom Hacks Are Getting Out of Control Hollywood Studios Wait Times Slinky Dog Dash Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — 59 minutes Slinky Dog Dash — 56 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 45 minutes Toy Story Mania — 38 minutes Tower of Terror — 33 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 36 minutes Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 32 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Alien Swirling Saucers — 22 minutes Star Tours — 6 minutes Walt Disney Presents had no wait times this week. 5 Magic Kingdom Secrets Disney Doesn’t Want You to Know Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World 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. 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! View the full article