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Picture this: it’s a sunny morning in Walt Disney World, and you find yourself transported back to the glory days of slap bracelets, neon windbreakers, and Tamagotchis. You’ve got your hair scrunchie on point, your Walkman loaded with a mixtape featuring the best of the Spice Girls and Backstreet Boys, and your fanny pack securely […] The post Ultimate 90s Day in Walt Disney World appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Genie+ has completely changed the game in Walt Disney World, both in how you experience attractions as well as your budget. After years of the free FastPass+ system we know that these skip the line features work great, but now that it’s a paid for service everyone is wondering, “Is it worth it”? The answer […] The post Is it Worth it?: Genie+ at EPCOT appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

A very special holiday is coming up later this month! Hi, Stitch! It is 626 day, which is all about STITCH (Experiment 626). This holiday is celebrated on June 26th! Get it? 06/26! To celebrate this very special day, you will want to be decked out in Stitch merch, and we found some perfect items for you! You are our ‘Ohana, after all! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We think that Stitch deserves to be celebrated every day so don’t worry if you can’t make it to the parks to see Stitch on his day! All these items are great for celebrating year-round. Get this Stitch Baseball Jersey on Amazon! ©Amazon Baseball jerseys have been very popular around the parks and now you can take part in the trend with this Stitch baseball jersey! The back says “Stitch” and the number is “626.” So clever and cute! View on Amazon! Sticker Lovers, Check Out this Stitch Sticker Book! ©Amazon If you like to journal or decorate your water bottle or laptop with stickers, these Stitch stickers are adorable! This pack comes with over 1000 stickers. Buy them here! Snag this Interactive Stitch Watch! ©Amazon Smartwatches are very popular right now and maybe the little ones want to get in on the action. For a fraction of the price of a normal smartwatch, you can get them this Interactive Stitch watch! It has a camera, can track steps, and even has games! Buy it here! Get this Retro Lilo and Stitch Tee on Amazon! ©Amazon If you are looking for a shirt to wear to ‘Ohana, Aulani, or even just out and about, this Lilo and Stitch shirt gives off retro vacation vibes. We love the distressed look of the shirt, it makes it look worn in and loved. You can even choose from a variety of shirt colors! Buy it Here! Check Out this Scrump Dog Toy! ©Amazon Just like how Stitch is Lilo’s “dog,” your furry friend can also get in on the fun of 626 day! This Scrump dog toy is so cute. It is a plush dog toy that comes with a squeaker inside. Buy it Here! We can’t wait to celebrate Stitch on 626 day this year and hope you were able to snag some Stitch themed merch to celebrate! Shop Our Amazon Storefront!The post 5 Things Disney Adults Are Definitely Gonna Buy This Month first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all Disney World Annual Passholders! Although some limited-time perks are disappearing soon, there’s a NEW exclusive treat in Hollywood Studios that you’ll want to know about. Annual Pass Card Disney sometimes comes out with new treats that are just for Passholders, like the Stitch Cake Cone in EPCOT. The new sundae in Hollywood Studios is the latest perk! There are a bunch of new treats in Hollywood Studios, like the Frazzled Float (a POG juice float!), The Incredibles Chocolate Cake, Lightning McQueen Spare Tire Donut, and more. All of them are Pixar-themed, and that’s the case with this new Annual Passholder-exclusive treat as well! Hollywood Studios The Annual Passholder Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae can be found at Hollywood Scoops for $7.79. Hollywood Scoops The treat is your choice of a hand-scooped ice cream flavor topped with hot fudge, whipped cream, red and yellow sprinkles, and a chocolate-coconut cake doughnut. AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae We thought this was a super fun, customizable sundae; however, the flavors weren’t very unique or different. AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae The donut cake on top is the same as the one found in the Lightning McQueen Spare Tire Donut, just without the raspberry filling inside. It’s very rich and chocolatey! AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae We chose vanilla ice cream, but here’s a list of flavors available at Hollywood Scoops: chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, cookies & cream, mint chocolate chip, orange sherbet, and fat-free no-sugar-added vanilla. We thought the vanilla balanced really well with the rich donut, but if you want a true chocolate-lovers’ dessert, you should definitely try chocolate ice cream with it! AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae The red and yellow sprinkles are cute and fit the theme of the treat, but they don’t really add any flavor. They provide some good textural contrast, though. AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae The ice cream melts very quickly in the sun, so make sure you eat it quick and grab some napkins! AP-Exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae There are a LOT of new treats in Disney World right now, including all of those Pixar treats in Hollywood Studios, a bunch of Lion King treats in Animal Kingdom to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary, and some Encanto-themed snacks in EPCOT. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! DFB Guide Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the latest Disney news! Click here to see some of our favorite snacks in Hollywood Studios! 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 grab this sundae? Let us know in the comments. The post REVIEW: A New Annual Passholder-Exclusive Treat Is Now in Disney's Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I travel almost full-time, and the way I make that happen is by choosing to save money on trips just about any way I can. ©Spirit Airlines I will absolutely fly a budget airline, and you might see me packing only a personal item for my trip to avoid luggage fees. I have experimented with house sitting to have free lodging in a location I want to visit. I’ve bought hotel points on sale to pay for a stay cheaper than paying with cash. I’ve tried out a new bus route between the Orlando Airport and Disney World to see if saving the money on a rideshare would make sense. I’m willing to skimp on some things so that I can splurge on others and travel more. Today, I’m checking out whether Costco Travel is a cheaper way to rent a car for Disney World. Renting a car can be a good way to go for your Disney World vacation. Rental car rates have come down quite a bit since they skyrocketed during the pandemic, and if you consider the cost of getting your family to and from the airport, it might not be a whole lot more than that to just rent a car for your trip. If you’re staying in a Disney World hotel, you won’t have to pay to park the car at the hotel or at the parks. Free Disney World transportation is a great benefit — but sometimes it’s nice to not have to wait in those long lines for buses at the end of the evening as the parks are closing, right? And having a car might help you save money in other ways — like going to get groceries and supplies at a nearby store, shopping for souvenirs (nearby Targets and Walmarts have huge selections of Disney items for way less than in the parks), or eating some of your meals in restaurants outside the Disney bubble where there’s not an upcharge for the location. So. Many. Souvenirs at the Target stores nearest to Disney World. I recently joined Costco and have been trying out their travel services to see if the discounts are worth the cost of the membership, which was $59 when I bought it. I do suggest looking around for a deal if you’re going to buy a Costco membership — I wound up buying mine through Groupon, which got me a $30 Costco gift card once I activated my membership. So while I couldn’t find a discount on the price of the membership, having that gift card got me $30 in free Costco merchandise. Costco Travel allows you to book rental cars through well-known national brands like Budget, Alamo, and Avis. I have used the Costco Travel rental car services twice, on trips to Cincinnatti, Ohio, and Evansville, Indiana. In both of those instances, I saw slight savings over the rental car rates I could find on the companies’ own websites — but the rates were close. I saved about 10%. But the additional benefits made me go with Costco — in both instances I was able to get a larger class of vehicle, and in one instance Costco was running a promotion where I got a $25 Costco gift card after I completed my rental. Again — free food from Costco, basically. So while it wasn’t a direct discount off the rental car, it was still some savings I could realize. I’ll take it! Parking in Disney World So let’s run the numbers on some rental cars for a trip to Disney World. We’ll say we’re flying into Orlando International Airport on Wednesday, September 4th, and flying home on Sunday, September 8th. We’ll look for an Intermediate Car — which rental car companies say will carry 5 passengers and 3 large suitcases. The cheapest Intermediate Car through Costco Travel is with Budget for $255.32. Budget says it is a Toyota Corolla or similar. Costco Travel rental car quote The price that Costco Travel shows on the search screen is the “all-in” price. It includes all taxes and fees. You will also see there that you do not pay until you pick up the car, and you have free cancelation — even on the same day. I have canceled a rental car I had reserved through Costco Travel on the day I was supposed to pick the car up (because my flight was canceled). This was easy to do online and resulted in no charges. Now, let’s look at the actual rate for the car and what the taxes and fees amount to. Costco Travel rental car price breakdown. So the actual car rental is $182.31 for an Intermediate Car through Budget from September 4th-8th with pick-up and drop-off at Orlando International Airport. With the taxes and fees, the total is $255.32. Now moving on to Budget, here’s what pops up on the search screen when I look for an Intermediate Car from September 4th-8th on Budget’s website. Rental car quote from Budget’s website Wow! That looks quite a bit cheaper. Except, it’s not. The prices on the search screen are the rate for the car only — without taxes and fees. We’re going to try to match up the rentals exactly, so we’re choosing the “Pay Later” option here that offers free cancellation. So, here’s the total… Total from Budget’s website It’s $290.19. (Yep, the total is at the TOP, and not down at the bottom where the base rate and fees and taxes are outlined. Kinda tricky.) Through Budget’s website, the total is about $35 more. Is it a huge savings to use Costco? No. But these are exactly the areas where I skimp when I can … because that same $35 can buy me two margaritas at La Cava del Tequila. The La Cava Avocado margarita Now, this example is me checking one set of dates. Might you find a super sale on Budget’s website on another day? Sure — likewise with Costco, which sometimes offers free Costco gift cards of varying amounts when you use their services. My advice is to check Costco first, and then go check the actual rental car website to see if a better deal can be had. So far, the better deal for me since I joined has been Costco Travel 100% percent of the time, but that could change. And, well, I’m gonna keep looking for the best deal I can find! I’ll keep looking for travel hacks to save on your next vacation if you’ll keep following us here at DFB. Deal? I Travel Full-Time. Here Are 8 Surprising Things I Carry With Me. 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 used Costco Travel before? Share your experience in the comment below! 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Loungefly backpacks are extremely popular souvenirs. Loungefly Wall at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom You can find them in all shapes, sizes, varieties, and themes. From Disney to Marvel to Star Wars and many, many more, there’s a Loungefly bag for nearly everyone. While we never need an excuse to buy ourselves a new Loungefly bag, we aren’t ones to turn down a sale! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Right now, you can get several Disney Loungefly bags ON SALE on Amazon! Plus, remember, you can get free, fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, so sign up for a FREE trial below. Grab the Princess Cakes Loungefly Backpack for 50% Off ©Amazon This backpack is adorable! It’s the classic mini backpack style with delicious looking cakes and cake slices all over it. But what is really neat is that each cake is themed to a Disney princess! How many princess cakes can you identify? Get It Here! Grab the Tangled Loungefly Backpack for 45% Off ©Amazon In celebration of the new Tangled land in Fantasy Springs, we’re big fans of this adorable backpack. It would be perfect for your trip to the new sea port at Tokyo DisneySea. The lantern scene is finally now a ride, y’all! Get It Here! Grab the Minnie Mouse Pumpkin Loungefly for 28% Off ©Amazon It might not be Halloween yet, but now is the best time to get a Halloween-themed bag while it’s on sale! Minnie’s face even glows in the dar. Get It Here! Grab the Sleeping Beauty Storybook Loungefly Purse for 40% Off ©Amazon This purse also doubles as a place to put your many pins that you collect around the parks! The classic storybook look is a really cool design that we will love to carry around with us to show off our love of Disney. Get It Here! We always have our eyes peeled for new sales on Disney merchandise, so keep following DFB for more! Don’t miss out on more Disney souvenirs on our Amazon storefront! The post A Disney Loungefly Is 50% Off On Amazon Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Prepare to eat like Pumbaa, Lion King fans. Timon and Pumbaa In preparation for the upcoming 30th anniversary of The Lion King, Disney has introduced five NEW desserts themed to the film at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. There’s a new ice cream sandwich, a Simba-themed cookie, a Zazu DOLE Whop float, and more! Let’s get eating! The Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich Available for $7.29 at Tamu Tamu refreshments, the Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich is vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two blue cake-coated sugar cookies with a Zazu medallion on top. Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich While this dessert may seem a bit basic, we really enjoyed it! We’re big fans of the ice cream sandwiches at Dino-Bite Snacks, and this one was similar. Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich The cookies were moist with a hint of lemon, the ice cream was cold and refreshing, and the treat is large enough for TWO people to split. Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich We’d definitely recommend it — in fact, we thought this was the BEST new treat of the five we tried today! Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich Simba Paw Cookie While the Zazu Ice Cream Sandwich was basic but enjoyable, the Simba Paw cookie was simply basic. Simba Paw Cookie It’s a shortbread cookie covered in fondant that’s sure to melt in the Florida sun. Simba Paw Cookie While the cookie is cheap ($4.50) and plentiful (available at a bevy of popcorn and snack stands), it’s essentially a run-of-the-mill shortbread cookie. Simba Paw Cookie Still, big fans of The Lion King might enjoy it! And it could be a hit with kids who like treats with simple flavors and fun theming. Rightful Ruler Cupcake The Rightful Ruler Cupcake, available at both Restaurantosaurus and Pizzafari for $6.29, is a red velvet cupcake with chocolate buttercream and cookies and cream cheese filling, topped with a white chocolate medallion. Rightful Ruler Cupcake Our take here was a simple one: This is very sweet. The red velvet cupcake is solid — moist with a good crumb. It’s a solid cake. The cookies and cream filling has a rich, sweet cream cheese taste. Rightful Ruler Cupcake The chocolate buttercream frosting on top is good, but there’s just a ton of it to get that domed effect and make it pretty. That buttercream and the cookies and cream filling combine into a bit of overkill sweetness. Rightful Ruler Cupcake Red velvet fans will like this, but we’d likely recommend splitting it because it’s incredibly sweet. You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake Available at Harambe Market for $6.49, this passion fruit-mango cheesecake features a coconut-lime crust, vanilla bean chantilly, and a chocolate medallion featuring a meditating Rafiki. You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake We found this snack pretty to look at…but very hard to eat! The coconut-like crust was almost too hard, to the point that we broke a plastic knife and fork trying to cut into it. Eventually, we resorted to eating the rest of the layers, then picking the crust up to eat like a cookie. You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake Now, the crust was delicious — crispy with lots of coconut and a hint of the lime flavor. It just should be a cookie instead of a crust for this dessert, in our opinion. You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake Also, the item is billed as a passion fruit-mango cheesecake, but what we tasted was more like a plain cheesecake base, with a passion fruit-mango glaze on top. The glaze had the consistency of a jelly. You Follow Old Rafiki Cheesecake The vanilla bean chanttily cream was light and delicious. The Rafiki meditating medallion on the top is normal white chocolate. Zazu DOLE Whip Lime and Coconut Float This DOLE Whip float costs $6.49 and features lime-flavored DOLE whip swirled into Sprite with coconut and blue curaçao syrup. You can get it at Trilo-Bites! Zazu Dole Whip Lime and Coconut Float It’s supposed to come topped with a decorative white chocolate character medallion; however, we didn’t receive one as Cast Members said they didn’t have them yet. Zazu Dole Whip Lime and Coconut Float Overall as we often do with lime DOLE Whip, we found the lime flavor a bit overpowering, as it dominated the other flavors coconut and blue curaçao, especially just tasting lime and Sprite. It was fun and refreshing, and if you’re a big fan of lime, you’ll probably love this! But if you prefer more subtle flavors, you might want to stick to the regular DOLE Whip or DOLE Whip Pineapple Orange Soda Float over at Tamu Tamu Refreshments. Zazu Dole Whip Lime and Coconut Float These Lion King desserts are available at Animal Kingdom right now in celebration of the iconic animated film’s 30th anniversary. Stay tuned to DFB for further reviews of new Disney treats. You Can Meet TWO New Characters NOW at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! 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 of these Lion King desserts sounds most appealing to you? Let us know in the comments below. The post REVIEW: We Tried 5 NEW Snacks in Animal Kingdom, and One Was the CLEAR Winner first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you looking for a bag to bring on your upcoming trip to Disney World? Loungeflys! One of the most popular bags that people bring to Disney World is on sale for 70% off right now. Of course, we are talking about the adorable Loungefly bags and backpacks that people sport around the parks! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We found five Disney Loungefly bags and backpacks that are perfect for Disney, Pixar, and Marvel fans. Calling all Space Rangers! Snag this Loungefly for 70% off! ©Loungefly If you are a fan of Toy Story and Pizza Planet then this Loungefly backpack is perfect for you! Unlike the normal Pizza Planet pizza box backpack that we have seen before, this Pizza Planet Space Entry Loungefly features the front doors to the restaurant! Click Here to Shop! Support the God of Mischief with this Loungefly backpack for 70% off! ©Loungefly If you love Marvel or just love Loki like we do, then this Loungefly bag is a must-have for you! This backpack features Loki’s iconic horned helmet. This bag is a perfect addition to your collection if you are thinking about visiting Avenger’s Campus over at Disney California Adventure! View this bag here! Check out this book-themed crossbody bag, more than 50% Off! ©Loungefly If backpacks are not your thing, this book crossbody might be just what you are looking for! It features five books from some Disney classics like Dumbo, Bambi, Pinocchio, Peter Pan, and Alice in Wonderland. If you are not a bag person, this would still look super cute on a bookshelf! Shop Here! This Cinderella crossbody bag is 50% off! ©Loungefly If you are in need of another bag, this Cinderella Carriage crossbody is so cute! Not only do you get the adorable crossbody, but you also get an exclusive Carriage Driver pin that is only available with this collection. Buy it here! Get this Pinocchio Loungefly for 70% Off! ©Loungefly This Pinocchio Cuckoo Clock backpack has so many hidden details! We especially love the Jiminy Cricket zipper and there is even a hidden Cleo, the Goldish, on the side! Perfect for a day spent in Fantasyland! View it here! Get This Retro Mickey and Friends backpack for almost 50% Off! ©Loungefly We love this iridescent Disney100 Mickey and Friends backpack! This bag gives us retro Magic Kingdom vibes. The best part? It also comes with ears! This is a two-for-one! And the backpack even has an ear holder pouch! Shop it here! All six of these bags are super cute and they would all make great bags to bring with you to the parks! Shop Our Amazon Storefront!The post HURRY! These Disney Loungefly Bags are ON SALE NOW for Up to 70% Off! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re inching closer to the opening of a brand-new ride in Disney World! View from the top of the drop! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is set to open on June 28th, 2024, and we are pumped! We’ve already had the chance to ride thanks to some Cast Member and media previews, but if you’re an Annual Passholder, you’ll get the opportunity to hop on the ride a little early as well. Annual Passholder previews kick off this week, and Disney is getting prepped! If you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder, you’ll have the opportunity to preview Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 13th, 14th, 16th, 17th, 18th, and 20th. Annual Passholders will need to make a park reservation at Magic Kingdom on one of the preview dates to have the opportunity to join the 7AM virtual queue — or, make a park reservation at any of the parks to have the opportunity to join the 1PM virtual queue. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure And as of Tuesday, June 11th, the virtual queue is now loaded in the My Disney Experience app! To access, you’ll need to click “Join Virtual Queue” on the app’s homepage and then go to the Magic Kingdom section. The Tiana virtual queue is located just below the TRON one. When it’s time to join the queue, a blue button will pop up on this screen. ©Disney Unfortunately, it’s important to note that Disney Park Passes for Magic Kingdom are completely full for Annual Passholders on the preview dates. If you’d like to try and join the 7AM virtual queue on one of those days, you’ll need to keep checking back between now and then to see if availability changes. Disney Park Passes are also full for Annual Passholders on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’s opening date. ©Disney However, hope is not lost for attending a preview! If you make a Park Pass reservation for a different park (which are all still completely available during the preview dates) you can hop to Magic Kingdom before 1PM and try to join the queue in the afternoon. Keep in mind that both queues are subject to availability, and it may be difficult to snag a spot. Entrance sign It’s also important to note that we’ve seen this ride have some technical difficulties during its preview phases so far. It went down multiple times during Cast Member previews and then had some closure time during the media event as well. It’s possible that there could be some delays during Annual Passholder previews, so be flexible and PLEASE be kind to the Cast Members who work the attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue We’ll make sure to keep you updated if anything important happens during the Annual Passholder previews, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest. We’ve got you covered with all the Disney World news! Click Here to Learn More About the New Ride! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you planning to ride? Tell us in the comments! The post A NEW Virtual Queue Has Arrived in the Disney World App first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you typically fly to Disney World? Then you won’t want to miss this sweepstakes! Let’s fly! Southwest Airlines is in the midst of a deal to celebrate its birthday and Wanna Get Away Day, and that’s not all it’s offering! The popular airline is also hosting a NEW sweepstakes where you could possibly win FREE FLIGHTS! Southwest Airlines’ 2024 Wanna Get Away Sweepstakes will be held through June 18th, 2024, and features prizes of up to 25 million Rapid Rewards bonus points and a promotional Companion Pass experience. Southwest at Orlando International Airport Bonus points will be allocated each day as such: 1,000 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards bonus points to 1,000 people each day (3,500 on June 18th) 2,500 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards bonus points to 300 people each day (1,500 on June 18th) 5,000 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards bonus points to 30 people each day (150 on June 18th) 10,000 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards bonus points to 10 people each day (50 on June 18th) 25,000 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards bonus points and Companion Pass to 20 people on June 18th Instant wins are valued at $12.05, $30.12, $60.24, $120.48, and $301.21 respectively. Conditions of Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points apply. Southwest plane The Companion Pass will only be available to win on June 18th and will be awarded to 20 lucky participants. Companion Passes allow you to choose one person to fly with you free of airline charges (does not include taxes and fees from $5.60 one-way) unlimited times whenever you purchase or redeem points for a flight. Typically, to qualify you would’ve needed to fly 100 qualifying one-way flights or earn 135,000 qualifying points in a calendar year, but the sweepstakes bypass that requirement. The promotional Companion Pass is valid through June 30th, 2025 and Companion Pass Members can change their designated Companion up to three times each calendar year. Southwest Plane To enter the sweepstakes, you must be a registered Rapid Rewards member. If you’re not, don’t worry! Registration is free and membership is a good thing to have if you fly Southwest often. The sweepstakes is open to U.S. residents (except for Alaska) who are 18 years or older and have a valid email and Rapid Rewards account at the time of entry. To enter, visit WannaGetAwayDay.com each day to submit an entry. You are able to enter once a day during the entry period. The sweepstakes is ongoing and will come to a close on June 18th, 2024 at 11:58:59PM CDT. ©Southwest The sweepstakes joins other promotional offerings this week, including savings of up to 50% off base airfare, up to 25% off Dollar Car Rental rentals, bonus points on hotel stays, savings of up to $100 on vacation packages, extra points for Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Cards from Chase, savings on purchases of Rapid Rewards points, and a one-time points bonus on qualifying purchases by Rapid Rewards Shopping Members. ©Southwest Airlines Are you planning on flying to Disney World this year or next? Check out this sweepstakes and continue to follow us for all the latest Disney World travel tips, updates, and more! Southwest Airlines Is Offering Flights to Disney World for as Low as $69! Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you going to enter this Southwest Airlines sweepstakes? Let us know in the comments! The post Want to Fly to Disney World FOR FREE? Check Out the Latest Southwest Airlines Sweepstakes! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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This year will mark the 40th anniversary of Disney Television Animation! For four decades, Disney Branded Television has produced a BUNCH of original series and movies. ©Disney To celebrate this monumental occasion, Disney shared details about series renewals and new series, as well as some first looks into their upcoming Disney Junior, Disney Channel, and Disney+ projects! At their panel at the Annecy Animation Festival, Disney made nine exciting announcements about upcoming projects that will be available on Disney Junior, Disney Channel, and Disney+! Variety reported about the announcements. Disney Junior Dance Party in Hollywood Studios Starting with the renewals, Disney shared that “Big City Greens” has been renewed for a fifth season! This is one of Disney Channel’s most popular shows, and this summer, the premiere of “Big City Greens the Movie: Spacecation” will be on Disney Channel. ©Disney Moongirl and Devil Dinosaur will now get a series of shorts called “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Moon Girl’s Lab.” The shorts are set to premiere on June 28th on Disney Channel, Disney Channel YouTube, and Disney+, all on the same day. ©Disney It is never too early to start talking about Christmas, and that is the case with the announcement of “Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol.” This 22-minute holiday installment will premiere next year. ©Disney Sony Pictures Television, in association with Disney Junior, will produce a series of spin-off shorts called “Superkitties: Su-Purr Adventures.” These shorts will premiere on August 7th on Disney Junior and Disney Channel and the next day, August 8th, on Disney+ and Disney Junior YouTube. ©Disney There was also an announcement about the premiere of season two of “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.” This show, produced by Lucasfilm in collaboration with Wild Canary for Disney+ and Disney Junior, will premiere on August 14th on Disney+ and Disney Junior. ©Disney There was also a first look shared of Disney Junior’s “Ariel.” This show will debut on June 27th on Disney Junior, and then the eight episodes will be on Disney+ the following day. ©Disney It is time for an even younger generation to get their own version of High School Musical when “Kindergarten: The Musical” debuts on Disney Junior and Disney+ later this year. ©Disney Disney also shared the theme song for “StuGo,” an animated series about six middle schoolers. The series produced by Titmouse in association with Disney Channel will premiere on Disney Channel, and Disney+ this fall. ©Disney Disney also will share a first look at “The Doomies” tomorrow. This show is being produced by Xilam in association with Disney+. ©Disney There are so many new and exciting projects in the works for Disney Animated Television and these nine announcements prove that Disney Television Animation’s four-decade legacy is continuing to flourish! Want to dine with some of your favorite Disney Junior pals? Click here to find out more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about these announcements? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Just Made 9 BIG TV Show Announcements first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The construction walls are FINALLY down in EPCOT! Mickey & Friends After several years, the entire park is once again open, and we’ve got new spots to explore! Disney just officially opened CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration, and we were there to check them out on opening day. But one thing we thought was really fun about this new space? There are SO many hidden details and nods to old EPCOT. Most of these details are found on CommuniCore Hall in the section near (and inside of!) the Mickey & Friends meet and greet. Disney has decorated the queue space with artwork to commemorate the various stages of EPCOT. One of the first nods we spotted was this artwork of the ride vehicle from Body Wars! Remember that attraction that would literally take you INSIDE a human body? Super weird and super nostalgic. So many details in the artwork! Nearby, we spotted Goofy in an outfit that also transported us back in time! He’s cruising along in the hovercraft vehicle from the desert portion of Horizons. Horizons sadly closed back in 1999 and today, Mission: SPACE lives in its former home. Hey Goof! Speaking of Mission: SPACE, we’re pretty sure this rocket is a nod to the space exploration attraction! During the ride, you board a shuttle for either a flight around the earth (on the green mission) or a trip to Mars (on the orange mission). Ready for launch! Another nod to Horizons can be found both outside the Mickey & Friends meet and greet, as well as indoors in the meet and greet room — the robot butler! He used to appear in the “looking back at the future” segment of Horizons as a nod to futurism. How we wish we had robot butlers today! The robot butler! Also in the outdoor queue, we noticed some art that looks suspiciously like one of our favorite pavilions — is that The Land Pavilion that we see? These days, the pavilion is home to Living With the Land, Soarin’ Around the World, Awesome Planet, and Sunshine Seasons. It’s the Land Pavilion Right next door to The Land Pavilion is The Seas Pavilion, and it was represented in the stunning mural by this scuba diver! We’ve spent many hours watching the scuba divers inside the giant aquarium at The Seas, so this is a fitting tribute. A nod to The Seas Around the corner as you enter the indoor part of the queue, we spotted this dinosaur! Do you know what it represents? That’s right hardcore EPCOT fans, this is a nod to Universe of Energy! Universe of Energy Once you get inside, there’s a waiting room before you get to the actual meet and greet. Here, we noticed a familiar vehicle — Dreamfinder’s flying machine from the OG Figment attraction. This was featured in Journey Into Imagination before it went through two revamps to become the version we have today. The Dreamfinder! With the revamp of the middle of EPCOT, we lost the iconic Fountain of Nations, so Disney honored the landmark with some artwork inside this room. It was a stunning feature in the former Future World! Fountain of Nations We also spotted artwork of SMRT-1, who was a robot character from the old CommuniCore! You could previously find him at CommuniCore’s Computer Central area Look who it is! And last but not least, we’ve got to show off this hidden Mickey we found in the meet and greet room! One of the walls is covered with beautiful floral artwork, and you’ll spot Mickey tucked away inside. And a hidden Mickey If you want to learn more about the secrets of CommuniCore Hall — check out this video from Disney! They added special tiles to the exterior of the building that light up at night to match Spaceship Earth. How cool is that? That’s a wrap on the hidden details from the new CommuniCore Hall! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from EPCOT and all the news about changes coming to the parks. Click Here to See Our First Look INSIDE CommuniCore Hall! 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 hidden details? Tell us in the comments! The post We Found 11 Hidden SECRETS in EPCOT's Newest Attraction! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has been under construction in Magic Kingdom since early 2023, but it’s set to open in just a few short weeks! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue We’ve been keeping up with the ride’s opening date, how Annual Passholder and more previews will work, and brought you news that Tiana’s will use both a virtual queue and Lightning Lane when it first opens. But, now it’s time to take a look at the brand-new, unique ride photo keepsake you can take home after your visit to the bayou! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is officially opening at Walt Disney World on June 28th, 2024! This new ride has been under construction in Magic Kingdom since early 2023, but it’s set to open in just a few short weeks. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! To celebrate the opening of the attraction on June 28th, Disney will be offering a commemorative print package at Tiana’s Bayou General Store, located at the exit of the attraction. This special package will be available in addition to the standard attraction photo prints, which are also available for purchase. Commemorative Ride Photo Package For $32.95+tax, this commemorative print package features an 8×10 print of the attraction photo, two recipe cards, a note of thanks from Tiana, and two specialty prints of Tiana and friends. And, you’ll also receive a digital copy of the attraction photo in your photo gallery in the My Disney Experience app. The left You can take home this unique souvenir with Disney PhotoPass Service’s all-inclusive digital download package, Memory Maker, which starts at $75 per day. We can’t get over that it comes with your very own recipe card for Tiana’s beignets! The right Tiana’s Bayou Adventure picks up the story of The Princess and the Frog “after the final kiss, and join Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure – featuring some of the powerful music from the film – as they prepare for their first-ever Mardi Gras performance.” We got to experience the attraction during a preview before it officially opens, and you can check out our full ride-through and even more thoughts in our review right here. Your ride photo! We’ll be bringing you all the updates you need to know about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before, during, and after it’s officially open at Magic Kingdom, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney World news! NEW LOOK at ‘The Little Mermaid’ Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? Tell us in the comments. The post FIRST LOOK at an Exclusive Opening Day Souvenir for Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey there Annual Passholders! This is a warning that some exclusive perks are about to disappear! Disney World Annual Pass We’re not talking about the perks you get in Disney World all the time, like discounts on dining and merchandise and exclusive deals on hotel rooms. There have been some limited-time bonus perks that Annual Passholders have been able to enjoy over the last month that will be ENDING SOON, so we wanted to give you a heads-up! Disney World has been hosting a celebration for Annual Passholders over the past month or so, called V.I.Passholder Days. As a part of that event, Passholders have gotten new perks like a free souvenir, access to an exclusive lounge, increased discounts, and more. ©Disney This V.I.Passholder event is ENDING in June, meaning all the bonus perks are going away. Here’s an overview of the perks that will disappear and when they’ll end. Most of them are ending on June 26th, which is in about two weeks. Increased Dining Discounts — Ends June 26th Disney World increased the dining discount at certain restaurants from 10% off to 20% off! This increased discount has been available since May 28th and will stick around through June 26th. Here are the restaurants with increased discounts: Magic Kingdom Be Our Guest Restaurant Cinderella’s Royal Table The Crystal Palace The Diamond Horseshoe Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen Liberty Tree Tavern The Plaza Restaurant Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Crystal Palace EPCOT Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Biergarten Restaurant Coral Reef Restaurant Garden Grill Restaurant Le Cellier Steakhouse Rose & Crown Dining Room Spice Road Table Garden Grill Disney’s Hollywood Studios 50’s Prime Time Café The Hollywood Brown Derby Hollywood & Vine Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano Roundup Rodeo BBQ Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant Hollywood and Vine Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tiffins Restaurant Tusker House Restaurant Tiffins Disney Hotels Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Boma – Flavors of Africa, Jiko – The Cooking Place and Sanaa Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort – Flying Fish and Trattoria al Forno Disney’s Caribbean Resort – Sebastian’s Bistro Disney’s Contemporary Resort – California Grill, Chef Mickey’s and Steakhouse 71 Disney’s Coronado Resort – Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood and Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – Cítricos, Grand Floridan Cafe and Narcoosee’s Disney’s Old Key West Resort – Olivia’s Cafe Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort – Kona Cafe and ‘Ohana Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Boatwright’s Dining Hall Disney’s Riviera Resort – Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort – The Turf Club Bar and Grill Disney’s Vero Beach Resort – Wind & Waves Grill Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White and Whispering Canyon Cafe Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts – Ale & Compass Restaurant, Beaches & Cream Soda Shop, Cape May Cafe and Yachtsman Steakhouse Check out some of our favorite Disney World restaurants here! Stitch Cake Cone — Ends June 26th The Stitch Cake Cone is an exclusive treat just for Annual Passholders! You can grab one at Sunshine Seasons in EPCOT. Annual Passholder Stitch Cake Cone This treat is a vanilla chiffon cake with coconut buttercream and passion fruit-flavored pearls. It’s available now through June 26th. Read our review of this treat here! Free Stitch Magnet — Ends June 26th Disney periodically releases new Annual Passholder magnets, which feature a different character each time. The free souvenir magnet that popped up for V.I.Passholder Days is themed to Stitch! NEW Annual Passholder Magnet You can get your Stitch magnet (for free!) at Creations Shop in EPCOT now through June 26th. You’ll need to bring your Annual Pass card, linked MagicBand, or Disney MagicMobile pass, along with a photo ID to get the magnet. Learn more about the new magnet here! Annual Passholder Photo Ops — Ends June 26th There are some exclusive photo ops in EPCOT right now that will stick around through June 26th. EPCOT Head to World Celebration Gardens (near Dreamers Point) to find a Disney PhotoPass photographer who has special photo props and Magic Shots for Passholders. Now through June 26th, there will be an oversized Mickey donut prop. Learn more about the exclusive photo ops here! There’s one other perk that’s disappearing even SOONER, though: the exclusive lounge in EPCOT. Exclusive Lounge in EPCOT — Ends June 18th From now through June 18th, Passholders can kick back and relax in an exclusive lounge in EPCOT! The lounge is located inside Restaurant Marrakesh (in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase). Annual Passholder Lounge refreshments in EPCOT You can visit from noon to 8PM each day to find free snacks and water, charging stations, and character meet-and-greets! Learn more about the lounge here! So if you’re a Passholder, make sure to visit Disney World before late June in order to take advantage of these perks! Annual Pass Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the latest Disney news. Click here to learn more about Disney World’s Annual Passholder program. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments! 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A bunch of Pixar-themed treats just arrived in Disney World, and you know we had to try them ALL! Pixar Ball One of the new treats is a POG-flavored float, and as HUGE fans of POG, we were super excited about this one especially. But we also grabbed an incredibly chocolatey donut, an adorable cupcake, the most gorgeous little cake, and more. Let’s check them all out! Some of these treats are available for a limited time, and if Disney has announced the end date, we’ve included it in our review. However, others were just announced as arriving on June 10th with no end date listed, so we’re crossing our fingers that those stick around longterm! Most of these can be found in Hollywood Studios, but that gorgeous petit cake we mentioned before is at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. OK, enough with the info — let’s eat some treats! Frazzled Float You can get this treat for $6.79 at Epic Eats. It’s available from June 10th through September 6th. Epic Eats The float is made with Minute Maid passion fruit, orange, and guava juice; Sprite; vanilla soft-serve; and chocolate sauce. It’s topped with candied orange and chocolate bark. Frazzled Float We were SO excited to be trying a new POG-flavored snack, but this one was…odd. We couldn’t quite place the flavor of the drink part of it because we wanted it to be either an orange Fanta-type soda or just POG juice (not sparkling) and it actually fell somewhere in the middle. It was bubbly and sweet because of the Sprite but still had that POG flavor, and although we could see that working in theory, it really just tasted kind of strange. Frazzled Float The ice cream and chocolate bark were tasty, especially when combined with that POG flavor, but we couldn’t get past the odd mixture of POG juice and Sprite. Frazzled Float If you’re a huge fan of POG juice, this one might be worth a try, but we probably won’t be picking it up again. Incredibles Chocolate Cake The Incredibles Chocolate Cake is now available at the ABC Commissary, and Disney hasn’t announced how long it’ll stick around. It costs $6.29. ABC Commissary This treat is chocolate cake covered with dark chocolate ganache and topped with lemon and strawberry buttercream and strawberry jam. Incredibles Chocolate Cake This treat was decadent! It’s a rich chocolate cake with a thin outer coating of ganache all over it. The fruit-flavored toppings with the dark chocolate are very tasty. Incredibles Chocolate Cake The lemon is more prominent than the strawberry, but when you get just strawberry with the chocolate, those were our favorite bites. Incredibles Chocolate Cake The strawberry jam is thick, and there’s not a ton of it, so we could have used a little more to cut through that rich chocolate. Incredibles Chocolate Cake The chocolate piece on top is cute and gives the treat a great thematic element. Overall it’s a fairly simple treat but one we’d definitely get again if we wanted something decadent and sweet! Lightning McQueen Spare Tire The Lightning McQueen Spare Tire can be found at Rosie’s All-American Café for $5.79. Rosie’s All-American Café This is a chocolate cake doughnut filled with raspberry jam enrobed in dark chocolate mousse, coconut glaze, chocolate flakes, and a chocolate coin. Lightning McQueen Spare Tire We didn’t have super high hopes for this treat, but it really surprised us in the best way! It’s VERY chocolatey, so this is definitely one for those chocoholics out there. Lightning McQueen Spare Tire Because of how rich and chocolatey it is, we think it’s very shareable. The chocolate and coconut are the strongest flavors at first, but once you get some of that raspberry flavor from the jam in the middle, it cuts through the chocolate and gives a great burst of fruitiness. Lightning McQueen Spare Tire Since it’s so heavy and rich, we probably wouldn’t recommend getting this right before you ride Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster or Slinky Dog Dash, as it might upset your stomach, but it’s a great treat to grab if you’re just going to walk around or do a little shopping. Lightning McQueen Spare Tire We think kids will love this treat, especially with the Lightning McQueen theme! Mike Wazowski Cupcake Head to Backlot Express to get the Mike Wazowski Cupcake for $6.29! Backlot Express This is a vanilla cake filled with raspberry jam topped with pistachio buttercream and butterscotch chips. Mike Wazowski Cupcake The pistachio and raspberry paired together was an excellent combination. The vanilla cupcake wasn’t really anything special on its own, but it was a solid base for the sweet raspberry filling. Mike Wazowski Cupcake The pistachio flavor is prominent in the icing, and we loved the combination of all three flavors together — pistachio, raspberry, and vanilla. Mike Wazowski Cupcake The theming is also super cute, and we think parents will appreciate that the green buttercream won’t leave the little ones stained green! Mike Wazowski Cupcake It’s a simple but delicious treat, and we think anyone looking for a tasty snack will enjoy this. Feeling Kinda Blue-Berry Chai Iced Latte You can find the Feeling Kinda Blue-berry Chai Iced Latte at Market, Neighborhood Bakery, and Catalina Eddie’s in Hollywood Studios. It’ll be available at those locations from June 10th through July 26th. It’s available at Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs from June 10th through July 14th. We picked it up for $5.99. Neighborhood Bakery This drink is a blueberry-flavored Chai Iced Latte with notes of clove, cinnamon, and orange blossom. Feeling Kinda Blue-Berry Chai Iced Latte This was a VERY sweet drink! The blueberry flavor is prominent, but we could definitely taste the spices as well. Feeling Kinda Blue-Berry Chai Iced Latte The spices give it almost a gingerbread taste, like if you had a gingerbread cookie with blueberry icing on top. Feeling Kinda Blue-Berry Chai Iced Latte On a hot day, this was a great sweet drink to cool off and give us a little sugar rush. Inside Out 2 Petit Cake The Inside Out 2 Petit Cake is available at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs from June 10th through July 14th. Amorette’s Patisserie This is a cake made with layers of vanilla chiffon, peanut butter mousse, strawberry jam, with crushed peanuts and crispy pearls. It’s pretty expensive at $22. Inside Out 2 Petit Cake The best way we can describe this treat is a PB&J cake! It’s really delicious and nostalgic. The crushed peanuts inside add a great crunch, but they’re not super prevalent (more of a fun surprise when you get them in a bite). Inside Out 2 Petit Cake The vanilla chiffon cake is light and spongy, although the layers of cake are very thin compared to the layers of mousse and jam. Inside Out 2 Petit Cake The theming is super cute, and we thought the PB&J flavor matched the whimsical tone of the cake very well. Inside Out 2 Petit Cake This might have been one of our favorite Amorette’s treats ever! Although $22 is a hefty price, we didn’t regret buying this tasty little cake. Inside Out 2 Petit Cake Even though the flavors are elevated, we think kids will still love this one because of the familiar PB&J taste. Popcorn Bucket and Sipper You can get the Pixar Pizza Planet Truck Popcorn Bucket at various popcorn carts, including the ones in the Hollywood Boulevard courtyard (near Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and over by Hollywood Brown Derby), and at Neighborhood Bakery. Pixar Truck Popcorn Bucket The popcorn bucket costs $26, but note that they’re more expensive at the popcorn carts in the courtyard because the county taxes on that side of the park are higher. Pixar Truck Popcorn Bucket The Slinky Dog Sipper is available at various vending carts throughout the park and costs $12.79. Slinky Dog Sipper Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the latest Disney news! Click here to check out some of our FAVORITE Hollywood Studios eats. 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 of these treats would you try? Let us know in the comments. The post REVIEW: We Tried 6 (!!) NEW Treats in Disney World, Including a POG Float! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The shopping in Magic Kingdom is pretty unmatched. The Emporium Well, okay, Disney Springs is the ultimate shopping location in Disney World, BUT The Emporium on Main Street U.S.A. is just so iconic! While we don’t recommend shopping at the beginning of your day, so you don’t have to carry your bags around for the rest of your hours in the park, we didn’t really think there was a bad time to shop. That all changed when one of our reporters ran face-first into the reason you should NEVER go shopping after this in Magic Kingdom. Each day in Magic Kingdom, you’ll find one or two showings of the Festival of Fantasy Parade. The parade attracts TONS of viewers each day, because it truly is iconic and such a special moment in the day. After the parade finished around 4PM, our reporter turned in The Emporium to check out merchandise and ran into a WALL OF PEOPLE. When the parade ended, everyone had turned into the store to go shopping, making it immensely crowded. Festival of Fantasy As our reporter continued further down the shops, toward the direction of the castle, the crowds didn’t let up, and eventually she just decided to come back a little later. Sure enough, about half an hour later, the crowds had died down. Crowds at the Emporium So what should you do if you’re on Main Street U.S.A. right after the parade ends? Well, you could hop in line to meet Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater before the rest of the crowds get there, or you could mobile order a snack from the Main Street Confectionery or Casey’s Corner to enjoy, then go shopping afterwards! Crowds If you’re closer to the castle, we suggest turning tail and BOOKING IT (without running!) to head to a nearby attraction that usually has a high wait such as Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan’s Flight, or Space Mountain to try to beat some of the parade crowds there! Peter Pan’s Flight Now, the people who chose not to watch the parade will have been taking advantage of the slightly lower wait times and will be in front of you, but at least you’ll have beaten the MOB that’s about to follow you. Haunted Mansion So if you shouldn’t go shopping after the parade, when SHOULD you go? We strongly recommend waiting until the end of your park day to go shopping, even if it’s after the fireworks! In fact, the shops will stay open a little later after park close, so shopping is a great way to let the heaviest crowds get on the ferry, Monorail, and buses. Plus, then you don’t have to be carrying around your merchandise bags all day, or worrying about stopping back at your hotel in the middle of the day. Main Street U.S.A. Looking for more recent Magic Kingdom news? We’ve got you covered! More Recent Magic Kingdom News! PREVIEWS Announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney WorldDON’T FREAK OUT — Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Just Took a MAJOR Step Towards Opening!Why We’re Worried About One MISSING Part of the Haunted Mansion in Disney World3 Disney World Rides Will Be Closed for Refurbishment in May 2024LAST CALL For Beignets At Magic Kingdom! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World, tips, and tricks! We’re starting to wonder if these abandoned Disney World restaurants will ever reopen 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 time to shop in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments! The post The WORST Time To Go Shopping in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Sometimes things work in Disney World…and sometimes they don’t. Magic Kingdom This goes for rides since they can go down at any time (tech issues wait for no one), new snacks and menu items (we’ve tried some great ones that work, and others that we wonder WHO came up with them), and of course, this also goes for merchandise items. Or, in this case, items you buy to make your Disney World trip easier! Not to worry — these are all items we’ve tried ourselves and have found them to be helpful on our vacations! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If You’ve Got Multiple Devices, A MultiCharger is A Necessity! MultiCharger for MagicBand+ We’ve used this MultiCharger ourselves multiple times and love how well it works! Just using one outlet, you can take advantage of charging your MagicBand+, MagicBand, and your Fuel Rods. This saves us in hotel rooms when we have limited outlets, so we highly recommend. Check it out! We Are OBSESSED With Our Owala Water Bottle! Owala Water Bottle More than one person on the team uses an Owala Water Bottle in the park, and we’re all in agreement that we LOVE them. Not only do we love the way you can gulp or sip through the cleverly hidden straw, but we love hold cold it keeps our drinks all day. AND it doesn’t sweat and get all over your stuff! Grab it! Classic And Reliable — Loungefly is Our Favorite Stickers Loungefly We’ve tried out a lot of different bags in the parks, and while we’ve found a few different brands that we like, we continue to love Loungefly! One of our current favorite bags is the Disney Stickers All Over Print Loungefly Backpack — we just love how it combines all of our favorite Disney characters, classic Disney feel, and is colorful without being overpowering! Grab it here! Combine Your MagicBand and Smart Watch! It works! Wearing both your smart watch and your MagicBand can be a little tricky, because you’re needing to put one on the hand you don’t normally use. However, we love this Watch Adapter so much and have found that it works great! This way, you’re basically putting your MagicBand sensor on your smart watch, meaning you only have to have one thing on your wrist. Add it to your cart! Wanna Make Your Watch Band Cuter? We’ve Got Just The Thing! Aren’t they cute? And if you’ll be using your Apple Watch often on your trip, or you just want to Disney-fy it, grab yourself these Cartoon Bands Compatible with Apple Watch! Again, we’ve tried them and love them! Check it out! It’s Going To Rain — Use These! Clear Rain Jacket We’re in the parks every day, and that means we’re there when it rains…a LOT. We recommend bringing ponchos from home, or buying them at home, instead of buying them in the parks, and if you follow that advice, grab the Cosowe Rain Ponchos! These are our favorite that we personally have used, and they’re reusable (without becoming gross)! Add it to your cart! Have We Mentioned It Gets HOT? Use One of These! JISULIFE Portable Neck Fan Summer in Disney World is BRUTAL (again, we’re there every day), and that’s why we recommend grabbing a Portable Neck Fan — they really do work! There are a LOT of neck fans out on the market, but we tested this one personally and really loved it! Check it out! Does Everything Get Lost in Your Bag? Grab This! Bag Organizer We’ve personally used a Mini Backpack Organizer and found it was very helpful IF you’re not more used to the regular chaos of throwing everything into a bag. If organized chaos is more your thing, this may be more hurtful than helpful, but if organization is your thing, this may be a game changer! Grab one here! We’re always here to help you plan for your next Disney World trip and make it as easy as can be — stay tuned to DFB for all the latest tips and tricks! Check out our Amazon Storefront for more of our favorites! What else would you add to this list? Tell us in the comments! The post We Tried These 8 Disney World Essentials From Amazon So You Don’t Have To first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems like there’s ALWAYS a new DOLE Whip flavor to try in Disney World. EPCOT Disney World has a litany of Dole Whip flavors and combinations spread across the property. Some of them take up space in our pantheon of favorite theme park snacks while others should be left in the dustbin of Disney World history. So, where does the most recent flavor we tried stand? Recently, our DFB team member paid a visit to EPCOT and stopped by the Refreshment Outpost in World Showcase. This is a great place to find DOLE Whip treats in this park. Refreshment Outpost Our reporter was initially planning to sample the cherry Dole Whip Flavor; however, cherry was not available, so instead they ordered the Lime and Pineapple Dole Whip Swirl that the outpost is currently offering. Refreshment Outpost Menu Now, we’ve seen lime dole whip mixed with other flavors in the past (one of our favorite combos is lime and mango), but we hadn’t tried lime with pineapple before. Usually, it seems like lime tends to overpower the other DOLE Whip flavor it’s paired with. But can pineapple stand its own in this combo? In our opinion, it can! The lime was very tangy and refreshing, and the pineapple was similar in flavor (sharp and tangy) but still distinct. Our reporter described the two strong flavors paired together as “aggressively refreshing,” which was actually perfect for the hot Orlando day. We’d definitely get this combo again! An interesting Dole Whip mix Given that the Cast Member working at the time indicated that they are “using up anything random they have left in terms of DOLE Whip flavors,” it’s unclear how long the combo of lime and pineapple Dole Whip will be available, so if you want to try it out, we’d recommend getting it ASAP. Lime and Pineapple! If you’re in the mood for a tangy, “aggressively refreshing” treat, we’d suggest giving it a try! Stay tuned to DFB for more Walt Disney World food reviews! REVIEW: We’re Trying the NEW Festival Favorites Booth at EPCOT’s CommuniCore Plaza 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 Does lime and pineapple swirl sound up your alley? Let us know in the comments below. The post REVIEW: We Tried an "Aggressively Refreshing" DOLE Whip Combo in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As if planning a Disney World trip isn’t already complicated enough without having to worry about severe weather, unfortunately, it can be a near certainty during summer months. Magic Kingdom during Hurricane Idalia 2023 Thunderstorms, wind, and heavy rainfall can come out of seemingly nowhere — catching you off guard. Luckily, storms tend to only last for short periods of time…except when they don’t. If you’ve got a trip to Disney World planned this upcoming week, consider this your official warning. A low-pressure system will form in the Gulf of Mexico and will bring increased rainfall every day this week. According to News 6, this system will continue to move northeast over the state and as it enters the open waters of the Atlantic, it could possibly develop the system. Because of this, the National Hurricane Center is giving the area a 20% chance of development over the next seven days. Rainy Day at Animal Kingdom Hopefully, this weather is good news for the Sassagoula River boats which are currently not running in Disney World due to low water levels. If you are relying on the ferry only to find that it is closed unexpectedly due to something like weather, you may not know what to do! Closures happen from time to time due to weather and technical issues. We have also seen the boats close in the summer due to low water levels and other construction in the area. Rain! You can prepare for storms by packing rain gear and extra dry clothes to change into. We even recommend an extra pair of shoes — or socks, at least. Sometimes the rain can cool things down, but not really enough to warrant bringing a jacket. Though, if you think you’ll be more comfortable, a light rain jacket might be just the thing. Cast Members throughout Disney World are trained on how to keep guests safe during severe weather conditions. If you need to, take shelter in a gift shop or other indoor area, and make sure to listen to instructions being relayed through Cast Members or park announcements for safety information and updates. Cinderella Castle Summer weather in Central Florida can be unpredictable but we do our best to let you know when severe storms are on their way. It can sometimes be unavoidable on an already planned trip — but you can still have an incredible time! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates from Disney World and more! NEWS: Experts Warn of ‘Potentially Explosive’ 2024 Hurricane Season 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 When are you heading to Disney World next? Tell us in the comments. The post WARNING: Severe Storms and Heavy Rainfall in Store for Disney World This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Ah, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! I have quite the fondness for this party. The costumes, the treats, the spooky music, Boo to You, the rare characters — what’s not to love, right? Main Street U.S.A. at night And while I love it, I have decided to skip the party this year for one specific reason. So, I have a little one and we are taking him to Disney World for the very first time this year! We took him to Disneyland for his very first Disney trip and it was a BLAST. Difficult (if ya know, ya know). But totally worth it! And now, this year, we are going to tackle Disney World. Originally, we had planned an October trip to Disney World so we could attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. I was so looking forward to dressing up as a family, I wanted to get pics and autographs from all of the rare characters, and I just knew that he’d love Boo to You! It’s Halloween! But here’s the thing — my little won’t even be two years old when we go to Disney World. And if you have a little one, you know how unpredictable they can be, especially in new situations. The people, the parks, and the sounds can be very exciting for kiddos but they can also be very overstimulating. To combat this, a bit we were originally planning to do the party the first night we were at the parks. I thought that this would help because my little won’t already be super tired and fussy from a long week. I also was going to just have him wear a Ghost Host t-shirt to compliment mine and my husband’s Haunted Mansion costumes so he wouldn’t be uncomfortable and hot. It seemed like the perfect plan! But then pricing was released and I changed my mind completely. Powerline Max I used to be a Cast Member and I have worked at DFB for over 5 years. So I knew that the party was going to be expensive. But for my little family of 3 it was going to be almost $350 (and that’s with my little one getting into the party for free). So, I had a hard talk with my husband and we came to the conclusion that we were going to skip the party this year. Here’s why. Ultimately, the party is LATE for our little one. Florida is already going to be an hour ahead in terms of time for us and it lasts until midnight. We don’t know if he is simply going to fall asleep in the stroller or if he is going to be super fussy because he’s sleepy and can’t get comfortable. I can’t imagine paying over $300 to go to the party and needing to leave at 8 or 9. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Also, he’s so young that he doesn’t know the difference between just being at Disney World and going to a party like this one. So we decided to save that $300 for something more memorable and exciting on our trip. Now, we are going to get his hair cut at the Barber Shop and we are going to eat at Crystal Palace for breakfast so he can try churro waffles and meet Pooh and Friends!! I literally can’t wait to see the photos! And luckily, we can still feel the Halloween vibes on our trip without going to the party. Magic Kingdom will still be decorated. Disney World will sell Halloween-themed treats during the day. And there will be a slew of Halloween merchandise across the parks. So while I feel bummed that we are missing out on the party, I’m super thankful that we will still get to feel the fun spooky Disney Halloween vibes on our trip. Halloween decorations at Disney World If you are planning to take your little one to Disney World this year and are going to visit the party, we suggest taking a break earlier in the day so your little feels nice and refreshed! Go in with an open mind and know that you might not be able to tackle everything on your list. And most of all, have FUN!!! Time is so fleeting so even if it doesn’t go exactly as planned, it will make for a wonderful memory in the long run! <3 Want to know more about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Get all the details here. 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If you want to know why everyone’s running to Gideon’s Bakehouse this week, we have the answer! Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs There’s a NEW limited-edition cookie at the popular Disney Springs bakery, and it’s the first ever of its kind to be offered at Gideon’s! If you’re a coffee lover, you’ve GOT to check this out. Gideon’s Bakehouse took to Instagram to announce the first-ever Gideon’s cookie to feature coffee as an ingredient. It’s the Mourning Joe’s Coffee Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie! ©Gideon’s This cookie is almost a half pound (like all of the cookies at Gideon’s) and is both filled and topped with freshly ground decaf beans from Lineage Coffee Roasting. There are also chunks of toffee and chocolate in the vanilla bean cookie. It’s topped with a sprinkling of sea salt. ©Gideon’s You can get this limited-edition cookie at both the East End Market and Disney Springs locations now through Saturday, June 15th. Proceeds from the cookie are going to support the folks at Seacrest Wolf Preserve. Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs You’ll want to hurry and get the cookie while you can — Gideon’s said that it’s not likely to return again in 2024! Gideon’s Bakehouse is a SUPER popular treat spot, so if you visit in the afternoon or evening, you can expect to join a virtual waitlist and be called back a few hours later in order to go inside. You’ll need to stop by the bakehouse in order to join that waitlist. Right now, Gideon’s also has a couple of other limited-time treats for the month of June. The tasty Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie is back for the month, which is made with Biscoff Cookie Butter and packed with Butterscotch Chips and crushed Biscoff Cookies. Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie You can also get the Cookie Butter Buttercream Cake every Saturday and Wednesday at both Gideon’s locations through June. And don’t forget to pick up a Cookie Butter Butterscotch Nitro Cold Brew, which is only available at the Disney Springs location. YUM Some of the limited-time merchandise that’s currently available both online and in the stores includes a Butterscotch Signed Print, a Butterscotch t-shirt, a Butterscotch Sticker, and a Butterscotch candle. June is Pride Month, so Gideon’s is offering a couple of new Pride items as well, including a Winged “G” Pride t-shirt, a sticker, and a limited-edition pin. @GideonsBakehouse Instagram We’re always on the lookout for new treats in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest news! Click here to learn more about Gideon’s Bakehouse 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 Are you going to try this new cookie? Let us know in the comments! The post A New BONUS Cookie Is Now at Gideon's Bakehouse in Disney World, and It Won't Come Back in 2024! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article