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We know that when you think of Disney World, fashion might not be exactly what you think of first. Magic Kingdom But it can totally add to your Disney experience! You’re at the most magical place on earth after all, so why not dress up for the occasion? And the fun thing about Disney fashion is that you can be stylish AND comfortable! Which is why we are bringing you some totally awesome outfit ideas for your next Disney trip to help make it 10x more fun. Ready? Let’s go! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The key to the perfect Disney outfit is the perfect Disney shirt and this time we are creating an outfit around one of our fave designs from the official Disney Food Blog collection! Step up your Disney style game with this Easy Tiger, Rajah tee! This shirt is giving total growl power! We are OBSESSED with this Easy Tiger design, it’s cute and clever and features one of our fave Disney animal pals. Raja is a great best friend to Princess Jasmine, and we love to represent him in the parks when wearing this tee. The shirt is also available in the shades Ivory and Pepper, along with this Orchid shade. Get the Easy Tiger shirt here! These Teva Women’s Midform Sandals Are Both Comfy and Cute! ©Amazon As we mentioned, the best part of Disney fashion is that you can look cute while still being comfy, and these Teva sandals do just that! The beige color works well with whichever color you choose for the shirt and these are probably some of the comfiest sandals we’ve ever worn at the parks. Shop on Amazon Convenient and Stylish, We LOVE This Belt Bag! ©Amazon A park bag is essential, and this one will definitely add to your look. This beige belted bag can match any color you pick for the shirt, but to avoid dressing in one solid color, we suggest choosing a shade other than Ivory. Personally, I love the way it pairs with the Orchid shade. This also goes perfectly with the Teva sandals we mentioned! Shop on Amazon Mix It Up with These CUSHIONAIRE Cross Band Sandals! ©Amazon The design for these cross-band sandals is so fun and chic! Wearing them in the shade Cognac makes it a perfect match for any shirt color you choose, especially with the Ivory as it helps the sandals stand out. Made with memory foam insoles, this is the epitome of comfortable footwear. Shop on Amazon Go All the Way with the Theme with This Aladdin Loungefly! ©Amazon As we mentioned, Raja is Jasmine’s best friend and how fun will it be to pair this Loungefly with the Easy Tiger tee? We also love that it features Raja himself on the bag and we’re sure you’ll be getting a lot of compliments walking around the park with this in tow. Shop on Amazon These Rhinestone Golden Sandals Are Fit for a Princess! ©Amazon Ooooh, shinyyyyy. Seriously, are these stunning or what? The rhinestones give the sandals that extra glam look, and the gladiator style is trendy for the summer. These are extra perfect if you want to style your outfit as a modern-day Jasmine look (because we’re 100% sure she would rock that Easy Tiger tee IRL). Shop on Amazon These Dr. Scholl’s Sandals Are a Comfy Foot Wearer’s Dream! ©Amazon I was today years old when I found out Dr. Scholl’s makes sandals, and now I need to purchase them ALL. Some of our DFB team members love the comfort and support these strappy sandals offer and honestly, Dr. Scholl’s did not disappoint with the design either. These sandals will pair perfectly with any shade of the Easy Tiger shirt as it comes in plenty of colors to choose from. Shop on Amazon This Crossbody Bucket Bag Is Fit for Any Adventure! Just imagine stepping into Adventureland wearing this bag. This bucket bag is the perfect style to pair with the Easy Tiger tee, and it’s also spacious enough to hold all your travel essentials. Shop on Amazon Accessorize with These Gold Waterdrop Earrings! Another subtle fashion nod to Princess Jasmine, these gold water drop earrings are gorgeous and will elevate your look completely. Accessories are a really great way to add some flair to your park outfits. Shop on Amazon And there you have it! Some cute ideas to style a perfect park outfit. Stay tuned as we bring you even more fashion faves and Disney tips and tricks! CHECK OUT MORE DISNEY MUST-HAVES ON OUR AMAZON STOREFRONT!The post 🚨ALERT! We Just Dropped a Brand New Disney Tee🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have become big fans of shopping at ALDI for their inexpensive and cute Disney merchandise! ©Aldi Every week, the company releases new souvenirs that we have started to eagerly wait for. The store is known for its low-cost groceries and goods, and its souvenirs are no different. It’s a great way to get your new favorite decor, clothing, accessories, and more. This week, we spotted some hilarious new souvenirs that we desperately need, and you have to see them, too! Despicable Me 4 is coming to theaters soon! You’ll be able to catch Gru, the girls, and of course the Minions on July 3rd. Naturally, we all love the Minions as they provide tons of laughs throughout all the various movies in the franchise, so when we spotted some new Minion items at ALDI this week, we had to show you! You can head to your local ALDI to get one of the four Minion plushes in their ‘Mega’ states! ©ALDI There is even a FART BLASTER! No, we’re not kidding. It’s amazing, and we need one. ©ALDI And these Minion figure toys are too fun! We can see tons of kids having a blast with all these new toys. ©ALDI You can also visit Minion Land at Universal Studios Orlando! This newly opened land features rides, restaurants, and more. Plus, you can stop by Bake My Day to get Minion-themed treats and merchandise. You can also check out Illumination Theater for some Minion meet-and-greets. These are great ways to enjoy the Minions and Despicable Me! ©Illumination We’re always keeping our eyes peeled for fun souvenirs, so keep following DFB! ALERT! New Happy Meal Toys Just Landed at McDonald’s Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Who is your favorite Minion? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Must-Have Souvenirs Just Landed at ALDI first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Think you’re a Disney World EXPERT? We’ll see about that! Cinderella Castle The DFB team members go to Disney World all the time. Some people on our team live close to the parks, but others travel across the country to get there. Combining all of our experiences, we’ve created a list of the BEST travel items that you need when flying to Disney World. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. All of these travel essentials are available on Amazon, which means Prime members can get faster, FREE shipping! Not a Prime member? No worries. Just click the link below to start your free trial. Now, let’s check out these items! Check Out Our New Favorite Carry-On Backpack! Snoffic Carry On Backpack This backpack is a game-changer for us! It counts as a personal item on flights, so you can bring along a little suitcase as well. If you’re flying with an airline that charges for carry-on bags, you can just bring this bag instead of another carry-on and use the money you saved in the parks! Shop this bag on Amazon here! This Carry-On Is Essential Carry On Luggage We love this carry-on suitcase! It’s larger than most carry-on-sized bags, but it still qualifies and easily fits into the overhead bin compartments on US flights. Suitcase One of the things we love most about it is that front laptop pocket. You have easy access to your computer, but it’s still protected by the hard outer shell. Shop this suitcase on Amazon here! You’ll Need Packing Cubes for Organization ©Amazon These organization cubes make packing and unpacking so easy! You can fit more stuff in your suitcase with them, and you can organize your outfits for each day into different cubes. This set from Amazon comes with either four bags (recommended for carry-on-sized suitcases) or six bags (recommended for checked bags). Shop packing cubes on Amazon here! We Use This Makeup Case for Minnie Ears Make-up Case This makeup bag is great for storing your cosmetics, but we actually like to use it to transport our Minnie ears! Because the bag is structured, it protects the ears and doesn’t crush them. There are adjustable compartments inside the bag, so you can create one big pocket for your ears when you’re going to Disney World and then add in smaller compartments for your makeup for other trips. Shop this bag on Amazon here! This Toiletry Bag Is SO Easy To Unpack ©Amazon Since we use that other toiletry bag for our ears, we grabbed this one for our actual toiletries! The bag has four waterproof compartments, six pockets, and a detachable brush holder. To unpack it, you just have to unzip it and then hang it up! Shop this bag on Amazon here! Keep following DFB for more updates on the newest Disney merch! Check out our DFB Amazon storefront to see some of our favorite Disney essentials!The post If Your Luggage Looks Like This, You're a Disney World Expert first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A LOT is changing in Disney World, and no, we’re not even talking about everything that changed at EPCOT, the Magic Kingdom expansion, or the DinoLand re-theme in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Lightning Lane at Peter Pan’s Flight Nope, we’re talking about Genie+, which will soon STOP being Genie+ and instead be called Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, with Individual Lightning Lane becoming Lightning Lane Single Pass. With the name change also comes a lot of other changes, and if you’re confused, well, it’s okay, because it is A LOT. But we’re going to give you a complete guide about the new service so that you’ll be a pro when it begins on July 24th. Lightning Lane Multi-Pass Lightning Lane Multi-Pass is a paid service that lets you bypass standby lines at rides and enter their Lightning Lane. It’s basically the new name for Genie+, but it comes with some changes. One of the biggest changes is that you will be able to purchase Lightning Lane Multi-Pass BEFORE YOUR TRIP and make three advance Lightning Lane selections in the park of your choice. Disney World hotel guests will be able to make Lightning Lane selections seven days before their trip, while everyone else can make those selections three days before their trip. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure For advance selections, rides will be placed into tiers for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, (Disney’s Animal Kingdom will not have the tier system). Two tiers of rides will be available. You’ll be able to make an advanced Lightning Lane selection for one ride in the first tier, and then two more from the second tier. Or you can choose three rides from the second tier. Here’s how the tiers break down: Magic Kingdom Choose one attraction: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Jungle Cruise Peter Pan’s Flight Space Mountain Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Choose two attractions (or three if you choose none above): The Barnstormer Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Dumbo the Flying Elephant Haunted Mansion “it’s a small world” Mad Tea Party The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Mickey’s PhilharMagic Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Pirates of the Caribbean Tomorrowland Speedway Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid Under The Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid EPCOT Choose one attraction: Frozen Ever After Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Soarin’ Around the World Choose two attractions (or three if you choose none above): Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival Journey Into Imagination with Figment Living With the Land Mission: SPACE The Seas with Nemo and Friends Spaceship Earth Turtle Talk with Crush Slinky Dog Dash Disney’s Hollywood Studios Choose one attraction: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Slinky Dog Dash Choose two attractions (or three if you choose none above): Alien Swirling Saucers Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage Disney Junior Play and Dance! For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Muppet*Vision 3D Star Tours The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Toy Story Mania Toy Story Mania Disney’s Animal Kingdom Choose three attractions: DINOSAUR Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain Feathered Friends in Flight! Festival of the Lion King Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond! It’s Tough to Be a Bug! Kali River Rapids Kilimanjaro Safaris Na’vi River Journey Kilimanjaro Safaris On the day of your visit to that park, once you use one selection, you can immediately make another one based on what’s still available in the My Disney Experience app (similar to how Genie+ currently works). Pricing for Lightning Lane Multi-passes depends on surge pricing, so the prices could vary from day to day. Lightning Lane Single Pass Lightning Lane Single Pass will work like the Individual Lightning Lane selection and it will basically work the same way as the current Individual Lighting Lane system works, save for one big change — you’ll be able to make your Lightning Lane Single Pass purchases BEFORE your trip and plan your selections in advance. You are basically paying an additional fee per ride for attractions that offer this option. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance The full list of attractions that will have the Lightning Lane Single Pass option available are as follows: Magic Kingdom: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train TRON Lightcycle / Run EPCOT Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Disney’s Hollywood Studios Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Disney’s Animal Kingdom Avatar Flight of Passage Flight of Passage Note that the price for each Lightning Lane Single Pass selection is dependent on surge pricing, so the prices could vary from day to day. As with Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, those staying at a Disney World hotel will be able to plan their Lightning Lane Single Passes up to seven days in advance for their entire stay (up to 14 days), with all other guests being able to plan three days in advance. Note that you will be also able to purchase both your Lightning Lane Multi-Passes and your Lightning Lane Single Passes in advance all at once. Spaceship Earth at EPCOT These changes will roll out in Disney World on July 24th, so keep that in mind if you’re visiting after that time. We’ll continue to answer any questions you might have about the new system, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Answering Your 12 BIGGEST Questions About Disney World’s Huge Genie+ CHANGES Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these changes? Let us know in the comments! The post COMPLETE GUIDE to the New Line-Skipping Service at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Target Circle Week is RETURNING this year and it’s coming soon! Target Do you like saving lots of money and essentials and Disney souvenirs? Us, too! That’s why we love Target Circle Week. Target offers tons of great deals all week long and special daily deals that you can take advantage of if you’re a Target Circle member. This week of deals is just around the corner and we have all the details! This year, Target Circle Week will be going on from July 7th through July 13th with up to 50% off TONS of items! To take advantage of these deals, you need to be a Target Circle member, but it’s free to join, so sign up now to start saving. Circle week 2023 This year, you’ll find lots of sales all week long. These discounts will include but are not limited to the following: Up to 50% off select toys including LEGO, Monster Jam, and LOL Surprise! Up to 40% off kitchen and floorcare, including Keurig, KitchenAid, Ninja, Dyson, Shark and Bissell 30% off tees, tanks and dresses for the family 30% off bedding and bath, including Casaluna and Threshold 30% off select backpacks, including Cat & Jack 30% off kids’ school uniforms 20% off select skincare, suncare and fragrances, including CeraVe, La Roche Posay, Neutrogena, Olay, Sun Bum, Banana Boat, Fine’ry and many more Buy one, get one 50% off food and beverage summer favorites, including ice cream, all chilled juices and chilled coffee beverages, all fresh berries and more Spend $50 on home care products and receive a $15 Target GiftCard Spend $40 on select products at Ulta Beauty at Target and receive a $10 Target GiftCard These deals go live at 2AM CT on July 7th! Target Target also has a paid membership called Target Circle 360. This membership gets you “unlimited access to Target’s same-day delivery with Shipt, with no delivery fees on orders over $35.” Typically, this membership costs $99, but during Circle Week, you can get a year subscriptions for only $49 (that’s roughly 50% off!). Target Also, throughout the week Target’s Deal of the Day will return! Each day you can check your app to find out what new deals are being offered for the day. July 11th will even include a buy one beverage, get one for 50% off at Starbucks in Target stores and via drive-up! Target has made it easy to get your Starbucks! Between Target Circle Week and Amazon Prime Days, July is going to be the time to get ALL the deals! Don’t forget that Circle members also get great deals all other days of year via the app. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout if you join the free membership. We’re gearing up for a great summer, so stay tuned to DFB for more news! FULL List of Disney Starbucks Cups You Can Buy Online RIGHT 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 What deals are you excited to get during Target Circle Week? Let us know in the comments! The post DEALS and DATES Announced for Target Circle Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy 626 Day, otherwise known as 6/26! If there’s one thing we love, it’s a fun Disney holiday, and Disney came prepared to celebrate this year. Before we talk about all the fun limited-time treats available now, we should probably stop by and say hi to Stitch. Everybody say “HIIII STITCH.” Hey Stitch! Great. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s talk treats. In honor of 626 Day, Disney released some special treats inspired by Stitch! Wanna see what we tried? Spoiler alert: there was a lot of BLUE involved. Let’s go! The white chocolate ears are fun to bite into and give a satisfying crunch. Just be prepared for it to be super melty — this is Florida, after all! It’s very BLUE! Phew! We hope Stitch is proud of our efforts snacking around Disney World today. Now, go make some mischief and tell your ‘ohana you love them! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. 3 Disney Souvenirs You’ll Use Over and Over Again Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which treat are you most interested in trying? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Did Disney FINALLY Create the PERFECT POG Treat? We Found Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) member? Disney Vacation Club If you’re a new member, you’re probably still learning about all the perks a DVC membership can get you, outside of stays at Disney properties all over the world. You also qualify for exclusive merchandise, discounts on food and merchandise, exclusive lounges in the parks, members-only events and trips, and much, much more. Well, one of those perks includes a special after hours event at Disney World called Moonlight Magic, and if you’re interested in attending the next one, registration opens TOMORROW. So what exactly is Moonlight Magic? It’s a special after hours event exclusive to DVC members at a select theme park after the park has closed to the public. You’ll get to enjoy short wait times for rides, Disney characters, entertainment, and complimentary treats throughout the night. Moonlight Magic popcorn bucket The next two Moonlight Magic events will take place on June 4th and July 11th at Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. So you’ll be able to enjoy the water park after the public has left for the day. Early registration for the event has ended, but registration for the general public starts tomorrow, June 27th, and is open to all eligible members. Characters at EPCOT Moonlight Magic Note that only one event date for each park will be available to each DVC member. You’ll be able to register yourself, though, and up to four additional guests per membership (up to a total of 5 people) or up to the number of guests on your resort reservation. Children three years old and younger do not need to be registered. EPCOT Moonlight Magic You cannot modify your reservation through Member Services. If you need to make changes, you will be able to do via a link sent to you in your reservation confirmation email. Canceling and rebooking, though, could increase your risk of losing your registration. Changes and cancelations cannot be made on the same day as booking. Disney also requests that members cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the event. EPCOT Moonlight Magic You’ll also need to note that Disney Genie+ and Lightning Lanes will not be available during the event, but don’t worry — you won’t need them. Lines should be short enough to ride everything you want to ride during the evening. Want to know what a Moonlight Magic event is like? We attended a Moonlight Magic event at EPCOT in 2022, so you can read all about our experience here. Stay tuned to DFB for more. The BIG Reason You Won’t Buy Disney Vacation Club Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever attended a Moonlight Magic event in Disney World? What was it like? Share with us in the comments! The post Don't Forget! Registration Opens for an EXCLUSIVE Disney World After Hours Event Tomorrow first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy 626 Day! It’s Stitch Day! We’re celebrating our alien friend Stitch all day long today! June 26th, a.k.a. 6-26, is Stitch’s day as he is Experiment 626, and we’re happy to give this wild alien some extra love. If Stitch is part of your Ohana, then you gotta get ready to see what we have in store for you from Amazon! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Stitch can certainly be mischievous, but he really does have Lilo’s well-being at heart. That’s why we are so happy to celebrate this special day with him! Now, let’s head over to Amazon to get a new fancy deck of cards to commemorate Stitch and his love of Hawaii and the ocean. Remember, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below! Get Stitch Playing Cards for 626 Day! ©Amazon There are hours of fun to be had with a new deck of Bicycle playing cards, but make your family card night even more special by including the furry blue alien as part of your Ohana. These Stitch playing cards are adorable and feature the character of the day on each of the different cards. You’ll see cute pictures of Stitch on the beaches of Hawaii while enjoying your favorite card games. ©Amazon Since it’s 626 day, we thought these were perfect for the occasion! We’ll make every day “Stitch Day” when we’re playing with our new cards. But if Stitch isn’t your favorite character, don’t worry, there are other awesome decks that are likely to be more your style. Get It Here! Grab the Disney Princess Deck of Playing Cards ©Amazon Disney Princess lovers will enjoy these beautiful cards! There are two varieties, pink and blue, that you may receive when you purchase a deck. Both sets are gorgeous and have lovely details. Each of the Disney Princesses are represented on the cards — perfect for all of us who have a little princess in our hearts. Get It Here! Play with the Disney Villains Deck of Cards ©Amazon On the flip side, if Disney Villains are more your style, you may enjoy playing with these eerie purple and green cards! Jafar, Hades, Dr. Facilier, Gaston, Yzma, Ursula, and more are featured on these decks. There are two varieties of these as well, a purple deck and a green deck. These cards are sure to bring your a dangerously good time with friends and family! Get It Here! We love all the new varieties of Disney Bicycle playing cards! These cards have provided entertainment for generations, and being able to play our favorite games with Disney themed cards makes it even better. Keep following DFB for more Disney news! Don’t miss out on more Disney souvenirs on our Amazon storefront!The post 3 Disney Souvenirs You'll Use Over and Over Again first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney recently revealed some HUGE changes coming soon to Genie+, and we’re breaking down what that might mean for your next Disney World trip. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure First up, the name “Genie+” will be going away to be replaced by Lightning Lane Multi-Pass (insert Fifth Element movie reference here…), while the Individual Lightning Lane option will be renamed Lightning Lane Single Pass. Honestly, these names make SO much more sense. But there will be other changes, too. So how will all these changes affect your trip if your priority is getting a ride on Magic Kingdom’s newest attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? Okay, let’s back up and figure out exactly what the Lightning Lane Multi-Pass is. This is basically a service you pay for that allows you to bypass standby lines in Disney World and book Lightning Lane access for select rides. As Disney has announced that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will not have a Lightning Lane Single Pass option, it will be one of the rides included with the Multi-Pass. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom One of the biggest changes is that you’ll be able to purchase Multi-Pass and make three Lightning Lane reservations in advance of your trip: seven days in advance for Disney World hotel guests and three days in advance for everyone else. However, the changes also include ride tiers for advance selections (which might sound familiar if you remember Disney World’s old FastPass+ system). Some rides will qualify as tier 1 rides, while others will be tier 2. You’ll be able to get advance Lightning Lane bookings for one tier 1 ride and two tier 2 rides. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is one of five tier 1 rides in Magic Kingdom. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure The other tier 1 rides include Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan’s Flight, and Space Mountain. That means if you want to book a Lightning Lane in advance for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, you cannot book an advance Lightning Lane for those four other rides. So you’ll have to decide which tier 1 ride is your priority. Louis on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure On the day of your visit, though, once you use one advance selection (unlike previously when you had to use all three), you can make another one based on what is still available on the My Disney Experience app. So, yes, it is a lot like the old FastPass+ system except you have to pay for it now. If you do really want to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on your day in Magic Kingdom, we think booking the Lightning Lane in advance could be your best bet, and then book the other tier 1 rides (which will likely have less demand) after you’ve gone through Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Mama Odie The new Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Single Pass will go into effect on July 24th, so if you’re visiting before that, you can just book Tiana’s Bayou Adventure through Genie+ on the day. Stay tuned to DFB for more. Everything you need to know about Lightning Lane Multi-Pass Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these changes? Let us know in the comments! The post How Will The Genie+ Changes Work With Tiana's Bayou Adventure? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We recently got some pretty merry announcements from Disney World, including information about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Disney Jollywood Nights, and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. It may only be June, but we are already getting ready for the holidays! Fireworks at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party In addition to dates and prices, we also got confirmation that a popular dining option will be returning to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom! It has been confirmed that the Holiday Fireworks Dessert Parties will be returning to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! The dessert parties include a buffet of treats and reserved viewing of Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks. The buffet includes a selection of desserts, both classic favorites and holiday-inspired treats. You can also choose from a selection of cheeses and beverages. There is also beer and wine available for those over 21 years old with a valid form of identification. The buffet will take place at Tomorrowland Terrace, and your viewing location will depend on the option you choose. Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom The Holiday Fireworks Dessert Party has two different options. The first option includes a view of the fireworks from a reserved seating area, while the other option includes viewing from a reserved viewing area. The reserved seating area is located inside of Tomorrowland Terrace and will allow you to remain seated while you watch the fireworks. The Plaza Garden Viewing option will provide you with a prime standing location in a reserved area. Christmas Fireworks Show In addition to the Holiday Fireworks Dessert Party, you can also enjoy yuletide dining at Be Our Guest Restaurant, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and The Plaza Restaurant during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Reservations will be available in September 2024 for both the Holiday Fireworks Dessert Party and Table Service Dining. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party takes place on select evening from November 8th through December 20th. The party includes lots of festive entertainment and decorations. During the event you can enjoy Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration, cookies and festive beverages, Disney characters in their holiday best, dance parties, and Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks. Select attractions will be getting a holiday twist, and you will also find exclusive merchandise and themed treats available for purchase. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Guests of select Disney World hotels can purchase tickets beginning July 2nd, 2024. All other guests can reserve tickets beginning July 10th, 2024. Tickets will cost between $169 to $219 per ticket depending on the event night. Christmas in Magic Kingdom If you want to learn even more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, make sure you check out our video that has everything you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: We will be sure to keep you updated with more information about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news! Click here for more information about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning on attending the Holiday Fireworks Dessert Party? Let us know in the comments! The post A Popular Dining Option Will Be RETURNING to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World This Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Is there anything better than Disneyland food?! Blue Bayou The correct answer is no! But seriously though, Disneyland food is just a step above the rest and we’ve had some of our favorite treats and eats there. Speaking of eats, we thought we’d head back and check in with one of our favorite spots and see how it’s fairing these days. Let’s grab a bite to eat at Blue Bayou! If you’ve even been hungry in Disneyland and looked for food that isn’t just the typical corn dogs and pretzels, you’ve probably thought about grabbing a bite at the Blue Bayou Restaurant. Blue Bayou You’ll find this restaurant tucked into a corner of Disneyland’s New Orleans Square and it offers Cajun and Creole-inspired cuisine. We love this restaurant and it had been far too long since our last visit, so we knew we had to come in and enjoy some of their eats. Atmosphere Guess what? When you dine at Blue Bayou, you get to dine on the shore of a New Orleans bayou! That’s right! Also, it’s not just any bayou. It’s actually one where you can watch boats from Pirates of the Caribbean passing by while you fight your food coma from all the delicious Cajun and Creole foods. Blue Bayou The vibes are excellent. It totally has dark, moody lighting that 100% transports you to a New Orleans swamp at night. Truly a blue bayou! You’ll find that you’re eating in a courtyard. There are wrought-iron chairs and hanging paper lanterns overhead. Seating Pro-tip: If you want the “best” views while you eat, make sure to request a table by the water when you check in. (It’s not guaranteed that they can accommodate, but it doesn’t hurt to ask.) You can get great views of Pirates of the Caribbean Now that you can feel the atmosphere, let’s have a look at the menu. Menu As we said, there is an entire world of Cajun and Creole-inspired dishes on this menu for you to enjoy. For starters, some of the standouts are the Chicken Gumbo and the Heirloom Tomato & Watermelon Salad. Blue Bayou menu You’ll definitely find filling entrées here like a Blackened Ribeye, Oscar-style Filet Mignon, Sustainable Market Fish, Creole Roasted Chicken, and a Pistachio Lemon-Basil Pasta. Also, you’ll find a decent selection of wine, cocktails, beer, and a few non-alcoholic drinks as well. You’ll find plenty of hearty eats as well as cocktails For dessert, you can choose from a Crème Brûlée Tart, Chocolate Basque Cheesecake, Petite Sundae, and Assorted Macarons. Dessert menu The kids menu at Blue Bayou is pretty straightforward (really not too much to write home about) but sometimes you can’t beat a simple menu for the kiddos. Kids Menu Alright, enough reading about food. It’s time to eat! Eats Ultimately, we decided to try the Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad as our starter, the Pistachio Lemon-Basil Pasta as our entrée, and the Crème Brûlée Tart as our dessert. Let’s start with the Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad which is made with Greens, Agave Crema, and Pickled Watermelon Rind & Shallot Vinaigrette and will set you back by $15. Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad What we liked most about this was how light and refreshing it was. Everything tasted really fresh especially the tomatoes and greens. The tomatoes were juicy, sweet, and full of flavor. The shallot vinaigrette wasn’t the most special (it just added a tangy and vinegary taste). Refreshing! Also, the watermelon didn’t have a whole lot of flavor and there wasn’t much of it in the salad either. Next, we set our eyes on the Pistachio Lemon-Basil Pasta, which is made with Asparagus, Squash Blossoms, Pea Tendrils, and Cherry Tomatoes in Pistachio-Basil Pesto and will cost you $29. Pistachio Lemon-Basil Pasta This dish was simple and tasty. The pasta was cooked perfectly and had hints of basil and light lemon flavor throughout. It was also a generous portion of pasta. This was a surprising winner! The pistachio flavor wasn’t the strongest. You could really only taste it if you happened to get a bite that had some of the chopped-up pistachio that was put on top. The cherry tomatoes added a refreshing and sweet flavor to the pasta. Oh how we wish there were more of them! Last but not least, we had to entertain our sweet tooth with a Crème Brûlée Tart which was Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée in a Tart Shell and it’ll run you $10. Crème Brûlée Tart The berries were sweet and fresh which went well with the rich vanilla bean flavor. The top did have a caramel and burnt sugar taste. The tart shell tasted like shortbread and had a crumbly shortbread texture. DELICIOUS! We seriously wished the portion was larger because it was delicious and at $10 we felt a little slighted. Overall Overall, we loved our time here. Our server was great (very personable, quick, and helpful). All of our food came out quickly and it was all fresh and well prepared. Blue Bayou is truly unique The restaurant’s location and ambiance are some of the best on the property. It’s definitely one of the pricier options at Disneyland, but for the experience and food quality, it’s worth doing at least once. Nosh or Not? Stop by Blue Bayou if… You want to get away from the crowds and have a nice and relaxing meal. Celebrating a special occasion and wanting your meal in one of the best-themed restaurants. You’re a Pirates of the Caribbean fan since the boats travel right through the restaurant (also it’s one of the last projects Walt worked on) You’ll probably want to find another place to dine if… You’re looking to dine on a tighter budget. You want a quick meal. You have little kids and want to take them somewhere with a more substantial kids’ menu. We’re always looking for all the latest menu changes and additions to restaurants around Disneyland so we can keep you updated. Until then, stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog for even more! 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Since we are in the park every day, we have our fair share of stories and experiences. Today was no different as we experienced a rare occurrence while onboard the Resort Monorail. Monorail The Disney World Transportation system is extensive and can help you get pretty much anywhere on Disney World Resort property. There are three different monorail lines including the EPCOT Monorail, Express Monorail, and the Resort Monorail. The Resort Monorail runs in the opposite direction of the Magic Kingdom Express Monorail, and makes stops at the Transportation and Ticket Center, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. While we were in the parks today, we hopped on Monorail Coral on the Resort Monorail loop, and much to our surprise we lost power while we were sitting in the Magic Kingdom station! It was sudden and everything turned off, including the AC in the monorail. Good news is that we were still sitting in the station, but bad news is that all the doors were closed and it was a hot day. Monorail However, it ended up only lasting for a few minutes and we were told by a Cast Member that it was just a reset while we were sitting in the station. We were surprised that we weren’t told anything, but within a few minutes, everything was back to working and once the new passengers boarded from Magic Kingdom, we were on our way! While it was unexpected, everything was resolved quickly and we got back to our day. We are letting you know about our experience to encourage you not to panic when things go a bit off course at Disney World. If you happen to be on a monorail when it loses power, know that it may just be a reset and it should be back up and running soon. It would have been easy to jump to the worst scenario that we would be stuck on this monorail forever in the heat. However, Cast Members were on the platform and aware of the situation. We lost power! You will probably run into at least a few moments of surprise while you are at Disney World. It could be your monorail losing power, or your favorite ride being temporarily closed. Try your best not to let these surprises ruin your day. Let them happen and then you can always store them up as a story to entertain others. Disney World transportation can get a bit confusing. Where exactly does the monorail go? And what’s the best way to get to your destination? If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, have no fear! We are here to help and we are sharing 22 secrets to getting around Disney World: You never know what may happen during your Disney World trip, but we are help to make sure you stay up to date and have all the best tips and tricks for your Disney World vacation. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news! Read about other things to be prepared for when riding the Disney World Monorail! 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 surprises have you experienced while at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post We Got Stuck On the Disney World Monorail With NO Power 😱 Here's What Happened first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for more Disney FOOD news?! George and Chef Will at the 2023 Flavors of Florida event Enjoy cuisine inspired by the Sunshine State during Disney Springs Flavors of Florida, a summer event starting soon! From July 1st – August 11th, 2024, over 40 eateries and restaurants all around Disney Springs showcased limited-time dishes and drinks for this event. Now, let’s check out all the new and returning eats! Amorette’s Patisserie (Mobile Order Available) Orange-Hazelnut Petite Gâteau: Layers of orange mousse, orange curd, and honey-orange gel on top of a hazelnut financier (New) Orange Bird Dome Cake: Layers of Grand Marnier-soaked vanilla chiffon cake, mandarin pâté de fruit, mandarin orange cream, and white chocolate crisp pearls Orange Slushie: Orange slushie topped with chantilly cream and citrus candy piece (New) Orange Slushie with Vanilla Flavored Vodka: Orange slushie with a float of STOLI Vanilla flavored vodka topped with chantilly cream and citrus candy piece (New) ©Disney B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. (Mobile Order Available) Ybor City-Style Dog: Quarter-pound, all-beef hotdog with mojo pork, pickles, Swiss cheese, and mustard (New) The BOATHOUSE Roasted Golden Tilefish: Paired with coconut ginger rice, topped with citrus escabeche, and served with a cilantro aïoli ©Disney Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Tampa-Style Cuban Sandwich: House-smoked pork, shaved country ham, house-made pickles, yellow mustard, and Swiss cheese pressed between slices of fresh Cuban bread (New) Dragon Fruit Mojito: Bacardi Light Rum, dragon fruit, prickly pear simple syrup, and fresh mint (New) Chicken Guy! Sunshine Shake: Hand-spun, vanilla soft-serve ice cream blended with fresh Florida orange juice and topped with fresh whipped cream ©Disney Cilantro Urban Eatery Cuban Sandwich: Pork-lechon, ham, Swiss cheese, sweet pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread served with plantain chips and avocado dip (New) City Works Eatery & Pour House Pork Belly Burnt End Tacos: Smoked pork belly burnt ends, orange blossom honey BBQ sauce, Key lime coleslaw, aji amarillo sauce, and green onions served with El Mirasol flour tortillas and choice of side (New) Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar Orange Cream Float: Coca-Cola, orange cream bar, and vanilla ice cream served in a souvenir cup The Daily Poutine St. Augustine Datil BBQ Poutine: Crispy pork with datil pepper sauce complemented by Sunshine Stroll beer cheese sauce and slaw made with “swamp cabbage” hearts of palm and chayote squash (New) Bourbon Orange Punch: Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Minute Maid Orange Juice, red passion fruit, and edible glitter topped with a dehydrated orange (New) ©Disney D-Luxe Burger Citrus Burger: Pressed signature-blend patty, citrus-braised pork belly, grapefruit paloma aïoli, pickled and fried fennel, grapefruit jam, and lettuce (New) Key Lime Pie Shake: Vanilla gelato blended with Minute Maid Lemonade and graham cracker crumbs topped with whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs, and a lime wedge (New) ©Disney Dockside Margaritas Citrus Sangria: Coppo Moscato d’Asti Moncalvina, Patrón Silver Tequila, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and DOLE Pineapple Juice served with fresh citrus (New) ©Disney EARL OF SANDWICH Datil Pepper Cuban Sandwich: Roasted carnitas, ham, Swiss cheese, sweet pickles, and datil pepper aïoli (New) Earl’s Creamy Orange Slush: Florida oranges and a hint of lemon served with whipped cream topping (New) ©Disney The Edison Sunny Disposition: A porthole cocktail built for two with St. Augustine Cane Vodka, Lillet Blanc, Blended Family Florida Orange Liqueur, Giffard Fraise des Bois, Florida navel oranges, Minneola tangelos, Plant City strawberries, and Indian River grapefruit eet by Maneet Chauhan Rock Shrimp Sloppy Joe: Florida rock shrimp seasoned with ginger, garlic, and cilantro served with kachumber salad (New) Sunny Days: Whipped vodka and orange cream with an orange ice pop (New) Enzo’s Hideaway and Maria & Enzo’s Southeastern Sangria: Lakeridge Cabernet, Florida orange liqueur, brandy, hibiscus, cinnamon, and fresh oranges (New) ©Disney Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Orange Blossom Bomb Cupcake: Vegan and gluten-free orange cake with orange blossom sauce filling and topped with vanilla frosting (New) Orange Zest Scones: Vegan and gluten-free orange scones topped with orange zest sugar and a drizzle of vanilla dip (New) ©Disney Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Strawberry Shortcake Donut: Glazed donut filled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream and dusted with powdered sugar (New) Italian-Style Strawberry Soda: Fresh strawberries and strawberry syrup topped with bubbly soda water and served over ice (New) ©Disney Frontera Cocina Mojo-Citrus Gunthorp Carnitas Tlayuda: 14-inch gigantic corn masa tostada topped with black bean spread, chihuahua cheese, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, Florida orange, avocado, pickled red onion, cilantro crema, and chipotle salsa (New) Sunshine State Margarita: LALO Blanco Tequila, Key lime juice, Alma Finca Orange Liqueur, demerara sugar, and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur served with a black ant salt rim (New) ©Disney The Ganachery Citrus Bites: Dark Chocolate-enrobed candied orange peel and milk chocolate-enrobed orange marshmallow with crispy strawberries sold in a souvenir Ganachery CORKCICLE (New) Mickey Milk Chocolates: Milk chocolate with crispy chocolate pearls (New) Orange Ganache Pop: Vanilla-orange ganache enrobed in 65% dark chocolate (New) ©Disney Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop Key Lime Pie Shake: Vanilla ice cream blended with Key lime juice and graham cracker and topped with whipped cream, green sprinkles, and crushed graham crackers (New) Gideon’s Bakehouse Key Lime Pie Cake Bars: Soft Key lime cake covered in cream cheese buttercream, Key lime curd, and graham cracker crumble fully dipped in premium chocolate (New) Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew: Dessert coffee made with locally roasted beans, maple syrup, rich dark chocolate, and delicious Florida oranges ©Disney House of Blues Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich: Local Florida Gulf shrimp, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and zesty remoulade sauce served on toasted French bread (New) Crooked Can Sunshine Mango Lager: A clean, crisp lager with a hint of mango, crafted by the renowned and local Crooked Can Brewery (New) ©Disney Jaleo by José Andrés Arroz con Verduras: Rice with a mixture of fresh vegetables from Southern Hills Farms cooked over a wood fire (New) Ensalada de Tomate con Ventresca: Florida heirloom tomato salad with preserved tuna belly from Spain (New) Gazpacho Estilo Algeciras: Classic chilled Spanish soup made with tomatoes, green bell peppers, and cucumber (New) Agua Fresca de Fresa: A non-alcoholic cocktail bursting with summer flavor, made with fresh muddled strawberries, lime, orange, and Seedlip Grove Non-alcoholic Spirit (Non-alcoholic) (New) Sangría de Naranja: A twist on the classic Sangria recipe with sweet, citrusy notes and the vibrant essence of ripe Florida oranges (New) ©Disney Jock Lindsey’s Hanger Bar Orange Pilsner Goat Cheese Dip: Goat cheese whipped with Sunshine Stroll Orange Pilsner and peppadew peppers served with salt and vinegar house chips (New) Orange Tangerine Frozen Margarita: Patrón Silver, orange tangerine syrup, and Minute Maid Lemonade garnished with citrus (New) Sunshine Stroll: Locally brewed orange pilsner exclusive to Disney Springs (New) Morimoto Asia Florida Key West Pink Shrimp Salad: Green tea-infused Japanese soba noodles tossed with shrimp, radish, carrot, cucumber, lettuce, and ponzu sauce (New) Sparkling Shiso Orange: A refreshingly simple, house-made shrub, mixed with yuzu, sparkling green tea, and shiso (New) ©Disney Outdoor Vending Tequila Sunrise: Patrón Silver, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and a float of grenadine syrup garnished with an orange wedge (New) Sunshine Stroll: Locally brewed orange pilsner exclusive to Disney Springs (New) Paddlefish Cedar Key Littleneck Clams: Renowned Florida clams in a flavorful sauce of ‘nduja, garlic, and wine served with grilled bread (New) Islamorada Citrus Ale: A refreshing, fruit-forward and citrusy Island Ale from the Islamorada Beer Company (New) Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas Key West Shrimp Ceviche: An explosion of spicy, Latin American flavors made with the freshest Florida-grown ingredients (New) ©Disney Planet Hollywood Blue Parrot: Vodka and blue curaçao mixed with the fruity Florida flavors of lemonade and pineapple juice (New) Orange Grove: SKYY Infusions Blood Orange Vodka mixed with orange juice and Sprite (New) The Polite Pig Smoked Black Drum Fish: Smoked and grilled black drum fish with orange tarragon butter served with spicy pickled fennel and arugula salad (New) Sweet Potato Spice Cake: A moist cake baked with sweet potatoes and spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger topped with orange cream cheese frosting and spiced vinegar syrup (New) Tropical Spice Fusion: A taste of the islands made with Siesta Key Spiced Rum, banana whiskey, pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and grenadine (New) ©Disney Rainforest Cafe Florida Strawberry Cheesecake: Decadent cheesecake with mango and strawberry coulis, fresh strawberries, and whipped topping (New) Yuengling Traditional Lager: A medium-bodied, American classic brewed in Tampa, Florida with hints of roasted caramel malt (New) Salt & Straw Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella: Tropical guanabana sherbet with ribbons of floral, roasted dark chocolate Stracciatella Splitsville Dining Room Jalapeno Shrimp Poppers: Florida shrimp crispy fried and stuffed with jalapeño and cream cheese and served with chili-lime sauce (New) Mango Doladira Spritz: A delightful cocktail crafted with mango liqueur, Doladira Amaro, prosecco, and mango syrup topped with soda (New) ©Disney STK Steakhouse Cubano: Pulled pork, ham, and cheese punctuated with pickles and mustard (New) Key Lime Pie: A tart and creamy dessert topped with meringue, lime zest, and toasted coconut (New) Summer House on the Lake Key West Shrimp: Key West shrimp with tostones, chile verde, Florida citrus salsa, and black beans (New) Key Lime Pie Martini: A sweet take on a classic cocktail made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and KeKe Key Lime Pie Cream Liqueur mixed with vanilla and lime (New) ©Disney Sunshine Churros Orange Sorbet Churro: Crispy churro rolled in orange sugar, drizzled with whipped orange buttercream frosting, and served with a side of cream cheese icing (New) Swirls on the Water The Key Lime Pie Sundae: DOLE Whip Lime in a waffle bowl topped with whipped cream and a lime garnish (New) Orange Bird Cone: DOLE Whip Orange in an orange cone topped with orange crisp pearls and an Orange Bird garnish (New) Orange Bird Float: DOLE Whip Orange and Watermelon swirl with Fanta Orange in a souvenir cup (New) ©Disney Terralina Crafted Italian Wondermade Key Lime Strawberry Shortcake: Italian biscuit finished with strawberry compote, frothed lime cream, and Wondermade Key Lime Pie Marshmallows (New) T-REX Florida Strawberry Shortcake Skewers: Fresh strawberry and pound cake skewers, vanilla ice cream, and strawberry coulis with a honey vanilla drizzle (New) Hidden Springs Ale Works Seasonal IPA: A celebration of vibrant hops and seasonal inspiration from Tampa’s Hidden Springs Ale Works (New) ©Disney Vivoli il Gelato Key Lime Tiramisu: Layers of mascarpone cream and lady fingers soaked in a sweet key lime sauce (New) Mango Spritz: The ultimate summer libation made with mango sorbetto, Sprite, and prosecco (New) ©Disney Wetzel’s Pretzels Orange Dream: Sweet and creamy orange citrus granita layered with soft whip topping (New) Wine Bar George – A Restaurant & Bar Grilled Scallop Ceviche: Scallops, grapefruit, and grilled tomatillos garnished with cilantro and watermelon foam (New) Florida Frojito: A frozen mojito made with Florida watermelon, white rum, and mint (New) ©Disney Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Wild Mushroom Gnocchi: Ricotta gnocchi topped with roasted Fungi Jon mushrooms, balsamic glazed shallots, wild arugula, and shaved pecorino cheese (New) Passion of the Heights Beer: A light bodied, wheat ale from Florida Avenue Brewing Company with subtly sweet herbal and floral notes of mango and passion fruit (New) Wondermade Key Lime Pie Marshmallows: A tangy treat made with Key lime juice and rolled in crushed graham crackers (New) YeSake Florida Fresh Poke Bowl: Savory chicken and fresh vegetables topped with tempura crunch and creamy, roasted sesame dressing Florida Sunset: A refreshing combination of Nigori Cloudy Sake, Monin banana syrup, and Monin peach syrup finished with DOLE Pineapple Juice ©Disney Don’t miss out on this fun event! There are culinary series and pairing events, so hurry to Disney Springs this summer to take part in all the food fun. For more Disney news, keep following DFB! The Definitive List of the BEST Desserts in Disney Springs! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which items are you looking forward to trying? 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Disney World can be quite the confusing place. Magic Kingdom Between all the construction going on for new attractions, EPCOT’s walls finally coming down as it completes its multi-year transformation (which you think would make things less confusing, but when you’ve gotten used to walls for so many years, it’s pretty jarring to have them all disappear), and the other changes that are happening nearly every day, we don’t blame you if you feel a little discombobulated. However, we ARE still laughing at these wildly funny things we’ve overheard in the Disney World parks. “Where’s The Harry Potter Stuff?” If we had a nickel for every time we heard about Harry Potter in Disney World, we’d probably have enough nickels to fill the cupboard under the stairs he lived in for 11 years. Fantasyland Many people visiting Orlando for the first time, or who haven’t been there in a while, commonly get Disney World and Universal confused. They are two completely different parks, and two completely different companies that own different sets of intellectual property. Hogwarts at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Universal owns Harry Potter, so you’ll find Harry Potter World and all the Harry Potter merchandise you can dream of over in Universal Orlando. Disney World, on the other hand, does not own any part of Harry Potter, so it would be a pretty big breach of the rules to have him and his IP in Disney World. Hogwarts Express in Universal’s Islands of Adventure While you and I may know this easily, we talk about it a lot on the blog because there are people out there who don’t know that they’re separate parks, and it can be really disappointing for them to realize that they won’t be able to see something they were really looking forward to on their Disney World trip. (Does it still make us giggle a little bit at the start though? Yes, yes it does.) Is Disney World accidentally paying for Universal’s massive theme park expansion? “Oh Look, It’s Tinker Bell!” Now this one really surprises some of us. Over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios you can meet Joy from Pixar’s Inside Out franchise. However, it seems that a lot of guests think she’s a completely different character. Joy at Pixar Plaza in Hollywood Studios! “But who else does Joy look like?” You may be asking. Fair question, but it appears that many guests think that Joy is actually Tinker Bell from Peter Pan. Hi, Tinker Bell! Well you can still see Tinker Bell fly over Cinderella Castle and Main Street USA at the end of the Happily Ever After fireworks show in Magic Kingdom, there’s currently no set way to meet Tinker Bell in Disney World. We have seen her in EPCOT before, but it seemed to be a one-off. However, you are still able to see her and wave hello in the Festival of Fantasy Parade that happens once or twice a day in Magic Kingdom, depending on when your trip is. Daffy Duck Again with the IP troubles — we’ve also heard many guests refer to our number one duck Donald as Daffy Duck. Donald and Daisy! Daffy Duck is a cartoon character now owned by Warner Brothers Studios, which again, is totally different from Disney. Just like with Harry Potter, Disney would get a lot of trouble if they had Daffy Duck in their parks, but having Donald Duck, whom they own the rights to, is no problem at all! Donaldo! What makes us especially giggle about this one is that, to us, the characters look nothing alike! Yes, they’re both ducks, but that’s about it. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Honestly, we overhear strange things in Disney World all the time, and we guarantee that you will too when you’re on vacation! Sometimes it’s someone telling someone in their travel party incorrect information about a ride, the history of the park, or it may be something that has nothing to do with Disney and you just walked by weird conversation. Hollywood Studios We are always here to bring you the latest Disney news, and the funny stories so stay tuned to DFB! BEWARE: A new travel report shows travel scams are up 900%! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever overheard in Disney World? Tell us below! The post Sorry, But We're Still Laughing at These Things We Overheard You Say in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World food is amazing, wouldn’t you agree?! YASS corn dog nugs! From Dole Whips to Mickey-shaped…well everything, Disney World food is such a key part of the whole experience. That being said, the other day while we were walking through the parks, we started noticing something we weren’t expecting. We’re surprised we didn’t pick up on it earlier, but it appears there’s a trend that’s changing how people eat in Disney World! As we were saying, we noticed something on our latest Disney World trip — People are getting SMARTER about how they eat in the parks! It seems like gone are the days of people blindly dropping stacks on giant turkey legs (although those are still iconic). It appears that nowadays we’re all about maximizing our experience at Disney World without breaking the bank, and that means embracing some surprising food trends. Turkey Leg at Prince Eric’s Village Market Trend #1 — The Rise of the Kids Meal Don’t judge! (I see you) Hear me out about this one. Disney’s kid’s meals are often perfectly portioned for adults who aren’t looking to go into a food coma every single time they stop to eat. I mean, who wants to risk overeating constantly? Macaroni and Cheese Kids Meal Plus, these kids meals usually come with a drink and a side, and those sides tend to be healthier options, which makes it a total win. You get a decent meal that will fuel the rest of your day at the park and your wallet gets a win, too! This $7 Meal Is Our New Favorite Thing in Magic Kingdom Trend #2 — Quick Service FTW! Here’s the thing: Sometimes it feels like scoring a dining resvation is about as hard as winning the lottery these days, and it seems that Disney has caught on to that, which is why the Disney World quick-service options have been crushing it lately! Casey’s Corner Now, we’re not just talking about corn dogs and turkey legs (they’re still available though). Now we’re seeing some seriously creative and delicious opinions on the quick-service menus all around the parks. Think mouth-watering Ronto Wraps in Galaxy’s Edge… Ronto Wrap …or totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box… Totchos at Woody’s Lunch Box …or Mr. Kamal’s seasoned fries in Animal Kingdom. Mr. Kamal’s Fries My point is that you don’t have to break the bank or fight for an hour for a reservation to have a great meal at Disney World anymore. The 10 BEST Quick Service Restaurants in Magic Kingdom for 2024 Trend #3: Resort Hopping! This one might surprise you, but hear me out. Sometimes, the best food at Disney World isn’t even in the parks themselves! Many of the resorts boast incredible restaurants with diverse menus. ‘Ohana Plus, when you go to a Disney World resort, it’s a nice break from the park crowds. So, here’s what you’re going to want to do: hop on a monorail, a boat, the Skyliner, etc. The point is to go and explore places like the Polynesian’s ‘Ohana or the eateries at Animal Kingdom Lodge like Sanaa. Bread service at Sanaa I mean, the options you have available to you are endless. You might even imagine yourself escaping the crowds to have a relaxing poolside lunch, then be able to head back to the parks later on feeling refreshed and ready to conquer! Magic Kingdom So, next time you’re at Disney World, how about trying some of these trends? Grab a kids’ meal, embrace the quick service revolution, and don’t be afraid to venture out to the resorts for some seriously good eats. Your taste buds and your wallet will thank you! We’re in the Disney World parks every day of the week to track down the latest updates and spot the newest trends. Keep it right here at DFB for all the Disney news! Will Disney hop on the tiny foods trend? Because there are five mini Disney snacks we’re dying to see! 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 leave the parks in favor of dining at a Disney resort restaurant? If so, let us know which resort restaurants are your favorites in the comments! The post A Surprising Food Trend Is CHANGING How People Eat in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lava monsters, the first ever theme park land dedicated to Tangled, and… cheaper ticket prices? Tokyo Disney is an AMAZING place — and we wanna help you explore every little inch of it. So join us on an EPIC overseas trip TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: 50 AMAZING Things You Never Knew Were in Tokyo Disney  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite thing to about Tokyo Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post DFB Video: 50 AMAZING Things You Never Knew Were in Tokyo Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Most rules in Disney World are quite obvious, as they’re common sense, or the same rules you see at different theme parks around the world. EPCOT This includes things like no altercations with other guests or Cast Members, no jumping out of ride vehicles when you’’re ON the ride, and more simple things like no smoking, stealing, or wearing clothes that don’t cover the parts of you they should. But what happens if someone refuses to follow these rules? Disney has a lot of ways they keep their guests safe in the parks and avoid a lot of potential conflicts. The first is what you’ll encounter before you enter the parks — security screenings! Security Security can be a little annoying sometimes, especially when the lines are long, but it’s a very important part of the process to keep everyone safe. And, since 2020, the security process has gotten SO much quicker with the addition of the security checkpoints you just walk through. Now you’ll only need to get your bag checked if something in it is flagged. The lines can be LONG sometimes You may also see some K-9 friends with security outside the park gates just as an extra layer of security. We know it may be tempting to pet them, but remember that they’re working! And don’t worry, they get plenty of head scratches when they’re off the clock. ©Disney Security guards are also present around the parks, in uniforms you can easily recognize as well as in plainclothes (AKA dressed like regular guests). So even when you don’t “see” any security guards around, there are very likely some undercover ones around keeping an eye on things. Magic Kingdom Security Not to mention that there are security cameras ALL over the resort (except for the bathrooms and your hotel room, of course). Even if you can’t spot any, we promise there are security cameras around — some of them are hidden VERY well. Magic Kingdom So what happens if you break Disney’s rules? It depends on the severity of the rule break, but the least severe punishment is being kicked out of the parks for the day. However, guests who are more disruptive or break bigger rules may receive a longer ban, such as one that lasts a year. And, of course, the worst ban is a lifetime ban, which will span across all of Disney’s parks, hotels, and Disney Cruise Line. All-Star Sports You may have also heard of “Disney jail.” Now, this isn’t a real jail like the cells you see in Pirates of the Caribbean, nor is it a whole jail underneath the park. “Disney jail” is just the security office, but don’t be fooled — this is NOT where you want to end up. Especially because if your infraction was bad enough, the police may be there shortly to transfer you to ACTUAL jail. Magic Kingdom Thankfully, it’s very easy to stay on Disney’s good side, because most accidental rule breaks will just be met with a gentle reminder from Cast Members or security. Just do what the Cast Members tell you to do, ask questions if you’re confused about something, and if you’re questioning something, just err on the side of caution. Cinderella Castle We’re always here to help you plan for your next Disney World trip, including knowing the ins and outs of the rules, so stay tuned to DFB! These are 13 rules you’re accidentally breaking 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 Have you ever accidentally broken a rule in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post What Happens If You Refuse to Follow A Rule in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Genie+ is about to change in a BIG way. ©Disney A while back, we learned that the service was due for an update based on what Disney had shared in the past, and those updates will finally be rolling out in Disney World later this summer. While there are still plenty of questions on just how these new changes will work, we do have more details on what you can expect! As of July 24th, Genie+ will be known as Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, and Individual Lightning Lanes will be called Lightning Lane Single Pass. In addition to these changes, Disney has announced that as of July 24th, you can: Make Lightning Lane plans before you get to the parks, for added confidence. Choose your experiences and times prior to purchasing, so you know what you’re getting. Book Lightning Lane passes for multiple vacation days, all in a single day. Genie+ Lightning Lane Multi-Pass will work a lot like FastPass+, where you can make up to 3 Lightning Lane selections in a park in advance of your visit. Not only that, but you can choose available times as you make your selections. But, here’s the kicker — Disney has introduced (or reintroduced, shall we say) a tiered system for rides. It looks like out of those 3 advance selections, you’ll be able to choose one experience from a higher-tiered group and two experiences (or all three) from a lower-tiered group. Expedition Everest At Magic Kingdom, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan’s Flight, Space Mountain, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure are all in the first tier. ©Disney At EPCOT, the first tier includes Frozen Ever After, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and Soarin’ Around the World. ©Disney At Hollywood Studios, the first tier features rides like Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, and Slinky Dog Dash. ©Disney And over at Animal Kingdom, there will be no tiers at all — meaning you’re free to choose any of the attractions available with Lightning Lane Multi-Pass as part of your 3 selections. Avatar Flight of Passage will still be available via Lightning Lane Single Pass (A.K.A. Individual Lightning Lane). ©Disney Disney World hotel guests (and guests of other select hotels) will be able to plan Lightning Lane passes up to 7 days in advance for their entire stay (up to 14 days). All other guests can plan up to 3 days in advance. Slinky Dog Dash Advance purchase windows will allow people to “secure some of their must-do rides and experiences after they’ve had some time to decide what dining reservations they want to book and any other plans they may need to consider.” You’ll be able to purchase a Multi-Pass, Single Pass, or both depending on what you need — and there will even be a new option to purchase both in one transaction. Of course, we’ll be bringing you all the latest updates you need to know about these new Lightning Lane changes along with letting you know how it all works once they officially roll out, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more. Learn More About the Changes Coming to Genie+ at Disney World HERE! All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection BIG Genie+ Changes Being Planned For Disney World FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World 3 Tips to OUTSMART Genie+ in Disney World Right Now Please Stop Skipping These Genie+ Hacks in Disney World (They Really Work!) Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What do you think of these changes? Tell us in the comments. The post BREAKING: Disney World Introduces NEW Ride Tier System as Part of Genie+ Changes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Always be sure to check Amazon… FuelRods In the modern era of Walt Disney World vacations, there are few things more important than having a charged smartphone. Not only are the devices essential to staying in contact with your party and taking photos to your heart’s content, they’re also integral to a Disney vacation as – – for better or worse – – Disney has made apps an indispensable part of a trip to Walt Disney World. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. For years, Disney has partnered with FuelRod as their third party portable charger of choice. The company offers portable chargers that are dispensed by vending machines. When your charger runs out, you can simply “swap” it for another from the machine, and keep doing so until the end of your trip. You can then take your final FuelRod home and use it as typical, rechargeable phone charger. Casey’s Corner FuelRod Station FuelRod kiosks are located around Walt Disney World, including-but-not limited to locations at each of the resort’s four theme parks, as well as in several of the resort areas and Disney Springs. However, thanks to this deal on Amazon things may change. In Fact, You May Never Buy a FuelRod at Disney World Again. Amazon Right now, you can purchase a PAIR of FuelRods from Amazon for $34.99, which is essentially a 2-for-1 deal when compared to the price of a single FuelRod at the Walt Disney World Resort. VIEW ON AMAZON Does this Amazon FuelRod deal tempt you to bypass picking up a charger at Disney World, and instead stock up before your next trip? Let us know. Be sure to check out our Amazon storefront for more Disney World essentialsThe post If This Secret Gets Out, Nobody Will Buy FuelRods in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning to set sail on the new Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Treasure, when it sets sail later this year or on a sailing next year, can we just say how EXCITED we are for you? ©Disney You may already be planning what type of room you’d like or where you’d like to stay on board. If you’re not though and you don’t care where you’re put, that’s great! Except for the fact that there are some very specific scenarios where you should be paying very close attention to where you’re booking — if these scenarios apply to you, here’s where NOT to book on the Disney Treasure. Seasickness If you or someone in your party struggles with seasickness, you’ll want to be very particular with where your stateroom is. This is because the further on the front and back of the ship you are, as well as the higher you get, the more you’ll feel the boat rocking and moving. ©Disney To avoid the potential of seasickness, you’ll want to book a stateroom in the middle of the ship on the lowest possible deck. While this puts you closer to the water line, it will diminish the amount of movement you feel. We do also recommend bringing anti motion/seasickness medicine on board in whatever form is most comfortable for you to be safe — the last thing you want is to feel gross on your vacation! If You’re Claustrophobic If you, again, or someone in your party, has issues with claustrophobia or feeling trapped, then getting an indoor stateroom is the LAST thing you should do. ©Disney Now, some of the Disney Cruise Line ships have magic portholes that show a live feed of what’s happening outside, but from some of the concept art we’ve seen of some inside staterooms on the Disney Treasure, some of of them may not have these “windows.” And to avoid panic and stress on vacation, we’d recommend spending the extra money to get a stateroom that has a view or access to outside. NO Elevators! This one really goes for anyone, but especially those of you who are sensitive to noise or will be traveling with young kids who wake up easily — we recommend getting a room FAR away from the elevators. Disney Magic Elevator The stairs are typically right near the elevators too, so in the mornings and evenings EVERYONE will have to travel past your room to get up or down the ship, and that can get noisy really fast. We recommend booking a room that’s at least 5-6 rooms away from the elevators, just to diminish as much sound as possible. NO Access To Outside If You Have Young Kids Lastly, in a complete opposite recommendation to the second point on this list, if you’ll be traveling with kids who are old enough to know how to open a door but maybe aren’t old enough to grasp how dangerous it is to be out on a ship’s balcony above the ocean, getting a verandah stateroom is NOT the move. ©Disney The railings on these verandahs are pretty high, but some kids like to climb, and if it’s nighttime, your kid can’t sleep and they want to go outside and can unlock the door — you see where we’re going with this. It’s scary to think about, so maybe just book a room that has a window outside, but doesn’t allow any access. ©Disney We can’t wait to set sail on this ship in December of this year, and you know we’ll be bringing you all the details from on board, so stay tuned to DFB! Get a look at these 6 exclusive souvenirs coming to the Disney Treasure! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What are you most looking forward to seeing on the Disney Treasure? Tell us in the comments! The post 4 Staterooms To AVOID on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Genie+ is changing in some very big ways on July 24th, 2024. Lightning Lane at Expedition Everest Genie+ is a paid service that reduces your wait times for attractions at Disney World and at Disneyland Resort. You buy Genie+ in the My Disney Experience App, and it allows you to book windows to ride your favorite ride using the Lightning Lane — which has shorter waits than the typical standby lines. In addition, you can buy Individual Lightning Lanes for certain rides — where you pay to book a specific window to ride that one ride (there’s a list of those “individual” rides right here). Today, we’ve learned of a BIG CHANGE coming to Disney Genie+! Disney has announced that, well, we’ll no longer calling it Disney Genie+ at all! The service is getting a new name — two in fact. Disney Genie+ will now be called Lightning Lane Multi Pass. And Individual Lightning Lanes will now be called Lightning Lane Single Pass. Lightning Lane at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway As we said, this change takes effect on July 24th. But, there’s more! With Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you will now be able to book up to 3 Lightning Lanes in advance of your visit. This is the way FastPass+ used to work (except it was free and not paid) before that program was ended and Genie+ was introduced! The revamped program will bring back the advance selections previously allowed under FastPass+. Now, the advance selections will only be available at Disney World — at Disneyland, Lightning Lane Multi Pass will continue to work the way Genie+ does now. In addition, Disney said people staying at Disney World hotels (or other select resorts) will be able to make their Lightning Lane selections up to 7 days in advance for their entire stay up to 14 days. If you’re not staying in a Disney World hotel, you will be able to make your selections up to 3 days in advance. Magic Kingdom Disney said the new names — Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass — are simpler and will be easier to understand. These changes are a reflection of promises Disney made last year to fans to bring back a way to plan more of their day in advance. Rest assured our team will be testing out the new system as soon as it is available (starting July 24th), so keep following us here at DFB for complete coverage! Click Here for More Details on the Huge Changes to Disney Genie+! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of the new names for Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes? Will they clear up some confusion or just cause more? Let us know what you think in the comments below! The post BREAKING: Disney Announces NEW NAME for Genie+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Just when we thought we had gotten the hang of this whole Genie+ thing, Disney goes and switches things up on us! Genie+ We knew that the service was due for an update based on what Disney has said in the past, we just didn’t know when. Disney shared that we’d soon have a way to plan Lightning Lanes ahead of time — before even stepping foot in the parks — and now we have an update on those changes! BIG changes are coming to Genie+ at Disney World! First things first — starting on July 24th, Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes are out, and Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass are in. That’s right! There’s been an official name change. ©Disney Genie+ is now Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Individual Lightning Lanes are now Lightning Lane Single Pass. In addition to these changes, Disney has announced that as of July 24th, you can: Make Lightning Lane plans before you get to the parks, for added confidence. Choose your experiences and times prior to purchasing, so you know what you’re getting. Book Lightning Lane passes for multiple vacation days, all in a single day. Disney shared a bit more about how these changes will be implemented come July 24th, so let’s get into it. Lightning Lane Multi-Pass When purchasing Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, you can make up to 3 Lightning Lane selections in a park in advance of your visit. Not only that, but you can choose available times as you make your selections. Attraction Sign at Animal Kingdom directing Guests to Standby Line and Lightning Lane Entrances On the day of your visit, once you use a selection, you can make another one based on what is still available on the My Disney Experience app, just as you would now. Lightning Lane Single Pass Lightning Lane Single Pass will effectively function as it does now, with the added bonus that you can make your purchase before your trip and plan in advance. Tower of Terror Lightning Lane sign Planning Ahead Disney World hotel guests (and guests of other select hotels) will be able to plan Lightning Lane passes up to 7 days in advance for their entire stay (up to 14 days). All other guests can plan up to 3 days in advance. Disney Genie+ allows you to book the Lightning Lane for rides. Advance purchase windows will allow people to “secure some of their must-do rides and experiences after they’ve had some time to decide what dining reservations they want to book and any other plans they may need to consider.” You’ll be able to purchase a Multi-Pass, Single Pass, or both depending on what you need — and there will even be a new option to purchase both in one transaction. TRON Lightcycle / RUN Lighting Lane Disney has introduced (or reintroduced, shall we say) a tiered system for rides. It looks like out of those 3 advance selections, you’ll be able to choose one experience from a higher-tiered group and two experiences (or all three) from a lower-tiered group. At Magic Kingdom, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan’s Flight, Space Mountain, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure are all in the first tier. ©Disney At EPCOT, the first tier includes Frozen Ever After, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and Soarin’ Around the World. ©Disney At Hollywood Studios, the first tier features rides like Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, and Slinky Dog Dash. ©Disney And over at Animal Kingdom, there will be no tiers at all — meaning you’re free to choose any of the attractions available with Lightning Lane Multi-Pass as part of your 3 selections. Avatar Flight of Passage will still be available via Lightning Lane Single Pass (A.K.A. Individual Lightning Lane). ©Disney Disney shared that the new Lightning Lane passes “will blend features from our current services and the previously offered FastPass+ service, giving guests the choice to plan ahead and removing the hassle of planning during their vacation.” You can check out a video of how it will work below: We’ll be on the lookout for even more changes coming to Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes — or Multi-Pass and Single Pass now — so make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest updates! Click here to see 10 big changes that will affect Disney World ticket holders in 2024 All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection BIG Genie+ Changes Being Planned For Disney World FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World 3 Tips to OUTSMART Genie+ in Disney World Right Now Please Stop Skipping These Genie+ Hacks in Disney World (They Really Work!) 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Getting Oogie Boogie Bash tickets was an adventure. Oogie Boogie Disneyland Resort’s Oogie Boogie Bash — the resort’s premier Halloween event — begins on August 25th this year and transforms Disneyland into a spooky party. Tickets went on sale for some Magic Key holders today (June 25th), but getting them was not a smooth process! Several dates SOLD OUT incredibly quickly. Ticket sales for the 2024 Oogie Boogie Bash are staggered, with Inspire Magic Key holders having access to tickets on June 25th, other Magic Key holders on June 26th, and finally the general public on June 27th. In theory, that should have made the ticket-buying practice easy. In reality, it was a bit of a roller coaster. We logged on right on time on June 25th…only to encounter Disney’s system apparently running late. When we finally got in, we were given an estimated wait time queue. Pretty standard so far. However, it was once that ended that things began to get wonky. The waiting is the hardest part… Tickets for certain party nights were selling out very quickly, with October 13th being the first to show as sold out. Meanwhile, we were trying for opening night — August 25th — which was still showing tickets available but wasn’t allowing us to select them. After securing tickets for August 27th, we decided to experiment a bit and refresh the page. Now, August 25th, as well as September 15th, 22nd, 6th, and 12th were registering as sold out. The status of dates was fluctuating with every refresh However, after ANOTHER refresh, Sept 15th and 22nd were once again showing tickets available, but now September 29th, Oct 3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, and 17th were all showing as sold out. Ooogie Boogie Dates The moral of the story? If you’re trying for Oogie Boogie Bash tickets, keep refreshing as there definitely seem to be some bugs in Disney’s system. Here’s to hoping they’re worked out before the next two sales over the next few days. It’s possible that Disney has reserved just a certain portion of all available tickets for the first night (and other nights) for Magic Key holders, so the general public will still have a chance to buy tickets for those dates when they go on sale on June 27th. We’ll be watching for more updates over the next couple of days! Stay tuned to DFB for further Oogie Boogie coverage. Heads Up! We Are WEEKS Away From Disney’s Biggest. News. Ever. 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 attend this year’s Oogie Boogie event? Let us know in the comments below. The post NEWS: Tickets SOLD OUT FAST for the First Night of Disney's Oogie Boogie Bash first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article