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Disney World isn’t the only theme park with new lands in the works! ©Universal DreamWorks Land has been well underway at Universal Studios and we can’t wait for it to open! There will be lands dedicated to Shrek, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda, and we’ve been looking for as many details as we can get — we just didn’t have an official opening date for this new land. But, that’s officially changed! It’s official! The brand-new DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Orlando will be opening on June 14th! ©Universal Universal previously dropped a ton of details about the rides, shows, restaurants, and more we can expect from this new land when it opens, but now we’ve got even more details about what we can expect from this new land. We already knew all about the Shrek, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda-themed aspects of DreamWorks Land, but there will be even more to celebrate when June 14th rolls around. ©Universal In addition to DreamWorks Land, Universal will also debut CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular — the new nighttime lagoon show; and Hogwarts Always — an all-new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. Not only that, but on July 3rd, folks can enjoy the debut of Universal’s largest daytime parade to date: Universal Mega Movie Parade. Check out more details below! Universal Studios Florida CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular, will take place on Universal Studios Florida lagoon with an all-new nighttime show that “celebrates the emotional power of music by leveraging the iconic scores and scenes from blockbuster films that have inspired Universal Orlando’s past, present and future attractions – including Warner Bros. Pictures Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, Jurassic World, Jaws, Shrek, Ghostbusters, Trolls, Back to the Future, Universal Monsters, Transformers, How to Train Your Dragon, E.T., Fast and Furious, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Minions, The Mummy, and King Kong.” ©Universal Hogwarts Always is a new projection show that will take guests on a journey through iconic moments of a school year at Hogwarts – all set against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts Castle. It will take place on select nights in Hogsmeade! ©Universal And finally, the Universal Mega Movie Parade will premiere on July 3rd and is all about the most beloved stories from Universal’s films. It’s a “spectacular celebration of iconic movies E.T., Back to the Future, Jaws, Ghostbusters, Jurassic World, Illumination’s Minions and Sing and DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda. Universal Mega Movie Parade will be Universal Orlando’s biggest daytime parade to date and combine 13 brand new floats, nearly 100 performers, and special effects to create a jaw-dropping experience where guests can relive classic film moments in a whole new way.” Universal Orlando Resort Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you the latest news and updates from Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, Disney World, and more! Learn More About What’s Coming to DreamWorks Land at Universal Orlando Here Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Will you be checking out DreamWorks Land when it opens? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Universal Orlando Announces DreamWorks Land OPENING DATE, NEW Harry Potter Show, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all Disney tiki mug collectors! There are four NEW mugs available online now, and we know you’re gonna want to check them out! Target You can find Disney-themed tiki mugs at the parks, but you can also get them online from places like Amazon, Target, and BoxLunch. Target just debuted four new mugs that are themed to some iconic Disney characters! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Let’s check out these new mugs! Get the Miguel Tiki Mug ©Target This tiki mug is themed after Miguel from Coco. It shows Miguel in the disguise that he wore in the Land of the Dead. It’s even got his guitar from the movie! The ceramic mug holds 17 ounces of your favorite drink. Shop this mug from Target here! Get the Woody Tiki Mug ©Target Up next, we’re honoring one of the most iconic Pixar movies, ever: Toy Story. This Woody tiki mug is all about your favorite toy sheriff! The mug is about 7.5 inches tall and holds 18 ounces of your tiki drink of choice. Shop this mug from Target here! Get the Sully Tiki Mug ©Target The next two tiki mugs are all about the friendly monsters from Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. This bright blue ceramic Sully mug is BIG: it holds about 37 ounces of your favorite drink! Shop this mug from Target here! Get the Mike Wazowski Tiki Mug ©Target You can’t have Sully without his best friend! This Mike Wazowski tiki mug would make the perfect pair to complete your Monsters, Inc. set. The green ceramic mug holds 20 ounces of your tiki drink. Shop this mug from Target here! We’ll be watching for more new Disney-themed tiki mugs, so 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 ALERT: 4 NEW Disney Tiki Mugs Are Online at Target Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have been keeping up with all the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure construction and announcements. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure We go to Disney World every day, and it’s pretty hard to miss this new ride. So when we notice some changes, we’re ready to tell you about them! We know that the ride in Magic Kingdom will be opening sometime this summer (the Disneyland version will open “later in 2024”), but we don’t know exactly what day. Every time we see more details added, more scaffolding down, or the ride being tested, we know that it can’t be too far away. Now, we have a few new updates that we’ve noticed in the past few days! Now, this sign had gone up a little while ago, but it has been covered up with scaffolding making it really hard to get a good look at it. But the scaffolding has all been removed, so we can see it clear as day welcoming us to a celebration of New Orleans! “Tonight Only: A Celebration of Family and Friends of New Orleans at the Proud Home of Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen! Everyone Is Welcome!” More of the story goes that Tiana purchased a salt dome for the company to build her land (hence the mountain). The idea is that Tabasco Sauce was founded in an area in Louisiana where there is a large salt dome — Avery Island. So to keep up this story for the ride, Disney has added some new hot sauce signs! Original hot sauce We also recently saw that this cute little white building has been completed! Previously, the building had exposed insulation on it, but it is looking very complete now. There are also some very pretty light fixtures that have gone up around the ride and queue. A cute little white building Every day, we’re getting closer and closer to summer and the opening of this new princess ride. It will be a fun adventure to finally ride it for the first time! We’re keeping our eyes peeled for new updates from Disney, but in the meantime, keep following DFB! Full List of Everything New Coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure 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 excited to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post UPDATE: There's a NEW SIGN at the Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s no worse feeling than planning a trip to Disney World and realizing your desired dates are sold out. Cinderella Castle Or, perhaps all the dates of your planned visit are available except for ONE. It’s rare, but it DOES happen. We’re here to give you all of our best tips from avoiding this scenario to options that you have if you’re visiting Disney World or live nearby and one of your desired dates is sold out. Let’s go! First, we’re going to start with how to hopefully avoid this situation entirely. How to avoid sold-out dates. First and foremost, the earlier you can start planning your vacation, the BETTER. Especially if you’re hoping to visit around a busier time of the year like the fall and winter holidays or Spring Break. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and May 4th (hello, Star Wars fans!) have been known to sell out entirely for Annual Passholders and reach capacity for general ticket holders. Christmas Day at Disney World in 2023 We recommend booking a vacation package that includes a hotel stay and park tickets if you know you want to stay on property, and like we said, the sooner the better. Folks generally have better luck finding their desired dates this way. Vacation booking through October 2025 is now open, so we’d recommend snagging those packages now if you want to visit on busier dates for the first 3/4 of the year. Annual Passholders still need park pass reservations. If a park is going to sell out for a group of folks, it’s likely going to be for Annual Passholders first. Annual Passholders still need to make park pass reservations before 2PM at most parks on most days, and all day long for Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays. The exception to this are Good-to-Go days, which are listed in the reservation calendar on Passholders’ Disney World app. Annual Pass A few other people need Park Pass reservations — mainly if you are with a convention group or otherwise have “undated” Disney World tickets — you will be told this when you get them! MOST people who have bought date-based tickets no longer need reservations, but be aware that parks can reach capacity on the busiest days of the year, and you can absolutely be turned away. Which parks sell out first? Typically, Magic Kingdom goes first. That’s why on weekends, Annual Passholders need to make reservations all day long. Next, Hollywood Studios and EPCOT will probably go. The good news is that if you have a park hopper ticket, Animal Kingdom reservations are almost always still open when those other parks are sold out. Tree of Life Now, there are exceptions to this “rule” — especially when there is some sort of special event of holiday happening in one park. For example, all the other parks are open May the 4th, but Hollywood Studios reservations are hard to come by because of all the Star Wars activities in that park. All-day park hopping is back, though, so you can go scan in at Animal Kingdom and then visit your desired park as long as it hasn’t reached capacity. That’s one option that you can take if all the other parks are sold out, but there are other things you can try as well! Ask for help! Disney is all about ensuring their guests’ needs are met. If all else fails, you can visit Guest Relations and see what they can do. Sometimes, people will transfer their tickets to a future date so that an opening becomes available that you might not see online. Animal Kingdom Ticket Windows Stop by Guest Relations at the ticket window outside the parks and see what they can do for you. There are no guarantees here, but we know that small parties have had luck with this. The worst case scenario is that you get a free day roaming Disney property at the hotels and Disney Springs. Oh, and that leads us to our last point! Roll with the punches and take in Disney World BEYOND the theme parks! If all else fails, you can absolutely treat yourself to a resort hopping day or a shopping and dining day in Disney Springs. You might not be free-falling on Tower of Terror or saving the galaxy with Star Lord, but you can absolutely have a DOLE Whip at the Polynesian and ride the Skyliner a few times. Disney Springs You can also visit all the shops that Disney Springs has to offer as well as have access to tons of the souvenir collections that you have in the parks! As Hannah Montana once said, “Life’s what you make it, so let’s make it rock.” She was also talking about sold-out Disney days, trust us. We’ll be sure to keep you updated with all our best Disney tips and tricks, so make sure to follow along so that you’re always in the loop and never missing out. Click here to see more Disney World advice for 2024! 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 been at Disney World for a sold-out day? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World DOES Sell Out. Here’s What To Do When It Happens. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you ask us, Cast Members can be the most magical parts of a Disney World vacation. We LOVE Cast Members! They make all the magic happen — whether they’re serving up your favorite treat, launching you on your favorite ride, or talking to you about your favorite animal on the savanna. On a recent trip to Magic Kingdom, we spotted some Cast Members wearing brand-new costumes and thought we’d give you the full look! A while back, Disney shared that Cast Members on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom would be getting new costumes, and now that time has finally come! We spotted the new looks when we headed into the original Disney World park on a recent trip. NEW costumes! These costumes were designed to reflect Main Street’s turn-of-the-century theme. Disney also shared that these costumes are made with lightweight, breathable fabrics AND made from recyclable materials. Love the new look! This is just one of the new costumes coming to Main Street, U.S.A. Disney previously shared a first look, and we’re excited to see more of these costumes roll out in the coming months. The costumes are mostly made up of interchangeable pieces, so each Cast Member can put together their own look of new combinations, allowing for a bit more expression. Hat details In other Magic Kingdom news, we’re getting ready to welcome the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride this summer and we can’t wait! And, make sure you don’t sleep on this Magic Kingdom quick-service staple — it’s one of our favorites for a reason! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Stay tuned to DFB as we bring you the latest news from Disney World and more! A Popular Disney Springs Restaurant is Expanding — Get the Details Here Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW When are you heading to Magic Kingdom next? Tell us in the comments. The post NEW Cast Member Costumes Arrive in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ll be getting a new ride in Magic Kingdom and Disneyland soon! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Disney announced that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom will be opening sometime this summer! A specific opening date has yet to be shared, but work on the ride seems to be moving right along. We won’t be surprised if we learn a date soon. But until then, we keep learning more and more about what’s to come. All of the elements we know so far have been shared rather sporadically over many months, so we wanted to share them all in one place for you. Let’s take a look at EVERYTHING coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom! New Story If you’ve ever seen the movie The Princess and the Frog, then you likely remember the story of Tiana and Prince Naveen fighting for their lives against magic, falling in love, and eventually seeing their hard work pay off. Well, that is not the story that will be featured on the ride. The ride will be set AFTER the final kiss of the movie, and the two have now begun operating Tiana’s Palace. ©Disney Now, the characters are getting ready for Mardi Gras! As Tiana is preparing for the Mardi Gras party at her restaurant, she realizes she’s “missing a key ingredient” and needs help finding it. You get to join in on the adventure to the bayou where you’ll meet some cool new critters practicing their music. ©Disney We’re looking forward to being part of this brand-new story! Princess Tiana and Other Characters from the Movie Of course, Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen will be joining in on the fun! In fact, there will be SEVEN Tiana animatronics throughout the ride! There will be other characters throughout the journey like Louis… ©Disney …Charlotte, and Mama Odie. ©Disney Also making appearances will be Eudora (Tiana’s mom) and “Big Daddy!” It’s going to be a bunch of familiar faces, while new ones are mixed in! New Characters While we saw glimpses of Prince Naveen’s parents in the movie, they will be part of the ride! The King and Queen of Maldonia and their son (Naveen’s brother) Prince Ralphie will join in on the fun. ©Disney There will also be new critters in a few new bands playing music as we cruise down the bayou! The first group of critters we were introduced to will play some Zydeco music for us. ©Disney Then, Disney showed us the cute Rara band that will be coming to the ride! ©Disney But of course, that wasn’t all! Some Afro-Cuban music playing jazzy frogs will also be hopping into the adventure. ©Disney In total, there will be 17 characters throughout the new ride. We can’t wait! New Music Speaking of all new bands, there will be all-new music throughout the ride which will be “inspired by songs from the film.” Mama Odie will be featured with music, we’ll hear Zydeco music, Afro-Cubin music, and Rara music as we float down the bayou. Plus, Disney has revealed that PJ Morton — a Grammy Award-Winning musician and someone you might recognize as the keyboardist for Maroon 5 — will be creating a NEW original song for the ride. Grammy Award-winning musician and New Orleans native PJ Morton ©Disney Grammy-Award Winning Artist Terence Blanchard is also helping to make the music of the attraction come to life. Fun fact: Blanchard played all of the trumpet parts for Louis the Alligator in “The Princess and the Frog!” Blanchard will be creating the new music that we’ll hear in the queue. The Queue Speaking of the queue, there are lots of fun details being added to the line of this ride! The queue construction The story begins in the queue where you’ll discover that Tiana wants to further bring the community together as she continues to grow her business. As a result, she’s bought and transformed an old large salt dome (that’s the “mountain!”) with the help of her mother, Naveen, Louis, and fellow owners of the cooperative where she and her employees work together to make food products (like Louisiana Tabasco Sauce!) and help members of the community become business people. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure The land around the salt mine has also been renewed and now grows veggies, herbs, and spices for her famous recipes, and the familiar structures from the Splash Mountain queue will be transformed into the main offices for Tiana’s Foods. You’ll also notice New Orleans soundscape and decor to make you feel like you’re actually there. There’s even a surprise of the smell of freshly fried beignets to make you hungry as you wait. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure 5-Story Drop Since Disney created this new ride from a pre-existing ride, we’ll see a lot of the same ride elements. That will include the 5-story drop from the top of the mountain! Construction Cast Members ride testing! The ride will last about 11 or 12 minutes and will feature a combination of practical lighting, digital lighting, and scenic paint. We can’t wait to see how they were able to transform this new ride! Hopefully, we won’t have to wait too much longer to ride it! To check out more Tiana’s Bayou Adventure news, click the links below! Recent Tiana's Bayou Adventure news Wait. Did We Just Find a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Ride SPOILER Hiding on AMAZON?!Disney Imagineers Were Spotted RIDE-TESTING the NEW Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Attraction in Magic Kingdom!Disney’s Latest Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Announcement Is Going VIRAL and We Think We Know WhyBREAKING: NEW CHARACTERS Announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World For more Disney news, keep following DFB! 9 Reasons You Still Need to Pick Up a Disney World Park Map! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW The post Full List of Everything New Coming to Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Just how much will a trip to Food & Wine REALLY cost? Spaceship Earth The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has become a must-do event for thousands of EPCOT guests each year, with many organizing whole trips around the festival’s run. The question faced by many of these travelers: “Just how much money do I need to set aside for this?” While pricing and menu information for the 2024 Food & Wine Festival (scheduled to run from August 29th through November 23rd) has yet to be revealed, working with last year’s prices and taking inflation into account, we can come up with a pretty solid estimate how of much a trip to this year’s festival will cost. EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2023 Park Tickets The first major expense for anyone attending Food & Wine will be tickets to EPCOT for their desired day. Hello from the Food and Wine Festival! A single day ticket to EPCOT starts at $109, and increases dynamically based on the days of the week and time of the year. Currently, most September weekdays sits within the $109 range, while weekends climb between $140 and $150. In October and November, weekdays jump to between $149 and $159, while weekends sit between $159 and $166 for a single day EPCOT ticket. Food & Drinks The Food & Wine in the title is obvious the major draw for the festival, and also likely the area where most visitors will want to budget toward. Roasted Porchetta In 2023, food items at festival booths tended to cost between $4.50 and $12 and drinks ranged from $5 to $9 (with some outlier items on both sides). Taking into account the roughly 4% inflation on food and drink products over the last year, we can roughly assume 2024 prices to be between $5.00 and $12.50 for food items and roughly $5.25 and $9.40 for drinks. Motorworks Brewing Midnight Espresso Coffee Porter Now, it’s important to remember that the food items at the Festival are small portions, so no single one will likely serve as full meal. Therefore, we would say it’s best to budget for between 4-8 food items (including desserts) and 4-5 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) per person (though of course those numbers can be skewed by parties sharing items with each other). Still, we’d estimate a food and drink budget of somewhere in the neighborhood of $125 per person. Here’s your secret weapon for budgeting for food and drink: Pick up our DFB Guide to the Food & Wine Festival! This ebook has descriptions, reviews and photos of every item available, so you can decide what you want to try (and how much it will cost) in advance! Grab the DFB Guide here! Merchandise As with any Disney trip, there’s also likely to be a merchandise budget involved. Disney’s general merchandise prices ($30 to $40 for a tee shirt, $70-$80 for a sport jersey, etc.) will be higher for special edition or limited Festival merchandise. In addition, there are often special cooking-related items, glassware, and etc. on sale each year at Food & Wine. Food & Wine ears! While the merchandise budget may vary wildly between visitors, especially those who collect limited merchandise and/or cook themselves, we’d go out on a limb and say that most general Food & Wine guests would be able to set a merchandise budget of about $75 and still come away with a couple of really nice souvenirs. Food & Wine spirit jersey from 2023 So , a general day at Food & Wine, including theme park ticket, food, drinks, and merchandise, should be budgeted for roughly $350: $140 for an EPCOT ticket) and $200 for food and merchandise. Obviously however, these numbers are very general, as some guests may go light on food and drink and skip merchandise while others may splurge on food, drinks, merchandise, or all three. ©Disney The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is one of the most beloved events on the Disney calendar, but it can quickly become one of the most expensive. One tip we’d advise: Set whatever food/drink/merchandise budget you’re comfortable with, and then purchase a Disney gift card in that amount to ensure you don’t go over budget. Stay tuned to DFB for more 2024 Food & Wine news! FIRST LOOK at New SOUVENIRS Coming to the EPCOT 2024 Food and Wine Festival IT'S WINE & DINE TIME! Food & Wine Festival can be a bummer. You stand in line waiting for what looks like the perfect treat, and it's a bust. But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experience. If you're planning a day or a week at the festival, we've got every performance, activity, and tasty nosh detailed out so you can make the most of your time and money. Listen, it's a tough job eating and documenting the nearly 200 bites and sips, but we do it all for YOU! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Learn More About the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Insider Tips for the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival What to Pack in Your Park Bag for the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Food and Wine Festival 101 Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your budget for a day at the Food & Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below. The post How Much Will a Day at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival REALLY Cost in 2024? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that Disney World is changing constantly, but usually, that means they’re hard at work making improvements. Cinderella Castle We’ve seen quite a few changes come to EPCOT lately, and over in Magic Kingdom, the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride should be opening soon! Disney has been working on some hotel refurbishments as well, and now another one will be joining that list. Heads up if you’re planning a Disney World vacation for late 2024 or 2025 — Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is set to undergo a lengthy refurbishment that will last for one whole year! Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort According to the Disney World website, the refurbishment will last from September 2024 to September 2025, but that is always subject to change. And, while the resort will still be available to book during these times, rooms may be limited. Disney also warns that guests will see and hear construction work throughout Bay Lake Tower. You’ll also want to allow extra time for travel as the typical routes may not be open. ©Disney Disney hasn’t announced what this refurbishment entails or just how involved the renovations will be, but we’ll be keeping an eye out for any more details. Bay Lake Tower is the Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort just outside Magic Kingdom. But, you don’t need to be a DVC Member to stay there! Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. We’ll be on the lookout for the latest refurbishment and hotel news that could impact your next trip to Disney World! Learn More About Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort 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 stayed at this Disney World hotel? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Years-Long Refurbishment Announced for Popular Disney World Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Pixar Fest is happening now through August 4th at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure and the fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down! Pixar Fest Banners Each evening during Pixar Fest you can check out Club Pixar at Disney California Adventure — and we’re taking you with us today! Club Pixar takes place at the Hollywood Studios Backlot and features an interactive DJ dance party, live performances, games, photo ops, themed food, crafted drinks, and more. You can join the party from 4:30PM until 8:30PM at the Hollywood Backlot. Heading into Club Pixar We stopped by Club Pixar around 4:30PM to check out the happenings. We loved the neon lights, and there was plenty of space for dancing! Time to check out Club Pixar! Club Pixar started off with a dance show on the stage that lasted for about five minutes. Then, after the dance show, Club Pixar turned into a dance party. Everyone was invited to dance the evening away at Club Pixar. Time for a dance show! Throughout the evening, it will switch between there being dancers on stage and then just one big dance party for everyone. We saw lots of kiddos dancing their hearts out and having a blast. Of course, adults are more than welcome to join the dance party too! Dance party! While at Club Pixar you can also play Pixar-themed versions of games, take advantage of photo opportunities, and even enjoy a “drive-in” theatre playing Pixar shorts. And remember, you can also stop by Hollywood Studios Backlot during the day for photo opportunities and face painting! You can also catch the “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” over at Disneyland Park in the evenings! This year the show features new scenes from Pixar’s Onward, Soul, Luca, Turning Red and Elemental! This show combines projections, lasers, music from Pixar films, and fireworks on select nights. You can catch this show in Disneyland Park at 9:30PM on select nights. You can dance the evening away at Club Pixar, and then head over to Disneyland Park for even more evening entertainment. Stay tuned for more fun from this year’s Pixar Fest at Disneyland! To see ALL the details about Pixar Fest 2024, CLICK HERE! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you making plans to attend this year’s Pixar Fest? Let us know in the comments! The post Come With Us To See Disney's NEW Club Pixar Experience! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We talk about Disney World dining reservations a LOT here at DFB. Sanaa There are quite literally hundreds of restaurants in Disney World and dozens of places to make reservations. With all those options, it can feel mandatory that you try some out during your trip. But dining reservations and table service meals aren’t for everyone — we’re here to tell you why making dining reservations for your trip might be a bad idea! You Have Small Children For starters, if you have small children who can be unpredictable or who haven’t been to Disney World before, making advance dining reservations may not work out in your favor. If your kids get hungry too early, have a midday meltdown, or just decide that they don’t want to eat at the spot you chose, you could find yourself questioning why you made the plans in the first place. Crystal Palace When visiting Disney World with small children, flexibility is KEY. Sometimes, having no plan is better so that you can make decisions in the moment as you adjust and reevaluate. We recommend going into your park day with some options, but hard decisions aren’t required in advance. You Have a Long To-Do List It also might not be a good idea to make dining reservations if you have long to-do lists for your park days. If you dream of accomplishing all the rides in the parks or hope to watch every entertainment option, you likely won’t have time for long sit-down meals. 50s Prime Time Cafe in Disney World Trying to schedule Lightning Lanes around dining reservations can also be stressful. Navigating the parks with multiple pre-made plans will have you zig-zagging all over the place! You Have a Tight Budget One of the most common reasons to skip table service meals is because they can be costly! By dining at quick service restaurants or snack stands, you could save quite a bit of money — money that you can then use to buy souvenirs or more snacks. Sebastian! Especially if you’re the type to get appetizers, drinks, and desserts, table service dining can add up quickly. Even if you swap ONE table service meal per day for a quick service alternative, you can cut down on your spending for your trip significantly. What You Should Do INSTEAD So if you’re not making dining reservations in advance of your trip, what should you do? Well, there are a few options. Mama Melrose’s First of all, you could dine at one of Disney World’s many quick service restaurants or snack stands. Plenty of those spots actually have pretty good food, and you’ll be able to get decent portion sizes for lower prices. We have quite a few favorite spots around the parks, including Columbia Harbour House, Connections Eatery, Woody’s Lunch Box, Satu’li Canteen, and Flame Tree Barbecue. Seating area at Woody’s Lunch Box If you still want to dine table service but just don’t want to make plans in advance, you can try the Walk-Up Waitlist feature in the My Disney Experience app. This option allows you to check and see which table service restaurants have last-minute availability. If it’s not too busy in the parks, there should be at least a few restaurants with wait times listed. ©Disney And of course, one of our favorite table service hacks is to visit the Disney World lounges! There are many lounges spread throughout Disney World that don’t offer reservations, but take visitors entirely based on walk-ups. Some of these spots have really unique entree and small plate options, as well. It’s a great way to blend a table service meal with a more casual atmosphere! Lounge-style seating So there you go — those are the times when it might not be a good idea to make dining reservations. We’ll keep you in the loop with more tips and advice for your Disney World trip, so stay tuned to DFB. The Best Table Service Restaurants to Make the Most of Your Disney Dining Plan — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you make dining reservations for your Disney World trips? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Making Dining Reservations in Disney World Can Be Terrible Advice first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This is your chance to win an EXCLUSIVE Disney-themed Loungefly bag for FREE! Loungefly Wall Loungefly backpacks have been one of the hottest Disney souvenir collections for a while now, with designs based on everything from classic characters and theme park attractions to Marvel and Star Wars heroes. Now the company has teamed up with the Citizen Watch Company for a special giveaway. Through Instagram, Loungefly and Citizen have teamed up to give away a C2E2 (Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo) Minnie Mouse Pilot mini backpack from Loungefly and a Mickey Mouse Aviator watch from Citizen. @loungefly Instagram To enter the giveaway, you must follow @loungefly and @citizenwatchus on Instagram, leave a comment on the official giveaway Instagram post detailing your dream vacation destination, and like and save the Instagram post. Bonus entries can also be acquired by sharing the post to your Instagram story and tagging both accounts. The Citizen Watch The FREE Loungefly/Citizens Watch giveaway ends on May 5th, and the winner will be “chosen randomly and will receive a DM confirmation” according to the post. Stay tuned to DFB for more Loungefly product updates. Loungefly Just Released Minnie Ears for Some RARE Disney Characters 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 and win this free Loungefly? Let us know in the comments below. The post NEW GIVEAWAY: How To Score a FREE Disney Loungefly first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is one that just keeps the new eats coming! Let’s try the new menu! The Farmer’s Feast Booth is one of our favorites because it features a rotating seasonal menu which means we get to keep coming back for more. We checked out the Early Bloom Menu, followed by the Springtime Menu, and now we’re bringing you our review of the Summer Solstice Menu! Menu Summer Solstice (Available April 28 through May 27): Summer Solstice Menu Seared Pork Tenderloin with corn risotto featuring BEN’S ORIGINAL INTERNATIONAL GRAINS Arborio Rice and roasted red pepper sauce (New) Peach Galette with ginger-vanilla whipped cream (New) Let’s get down to business! Eats First up, we grabbed the Seared Pork Tenderloin with corn risotto featuring BEN’S ORIGINAL International Grains Arborio Rice and roasted red pepper sauce. You can grab this one for $7. We saw a similar pork tenderloin at this booth back in 2022, but we’re excited to see this new take! Seared Pork Tenderloin This dish had some great flavors that worked really well together! The seared tenderloin looked tough, but it was actually rather tender — if a bit dry from sitting under a heat lamp for a few minutes. There was a nice crust on the outside that had good flavors; it was nicely spiced without being spicy. The corn risotto was incredibly creamy and paired nicely with the spice of the tenderloin, while the red pepper sauce added a subtle depth of flavor without being too overpowering. Seared Pork Tenderloin And, to finish things off with dessert we had the Peach Galette with ginger vanilla whipped cream for $5.75. This was essentially an open-faced peach turnover (and we’re certainly not complaining!) Peach Galette The galette was soft but flaky at the same time and had a nice crunch from the crystallized sugar. The peach slices are fresh and lightly caramelized on top which added a nutty sort of flavor that worked well with the crust. The ginger vanilla whipped cream was such an interesting touch and the ginger added a little spice to an otherwise sweet dessert. We really liked this! Peach Galette So, is this version of the Farmer’s Feast menu worth a trip to EPCOT? Overall Overall, we really liked the two new items here. The seared pork tenderloin would make for a light lunch and feature those warm summer flavors thanks to the corn and the red pepper sauce. And how can you say no to a peach dessert in the summer?! We think the new Summer Solstice Menu at Farmer’s Feast is definitely worth a visit. Tell them DFB sent ya! Full Spread Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news! Click here to see FULL reviews of EVERY BOOTH at the 2024 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival! Trying to plan the PERFECT trip to the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival? We’ll be keeping you updated on all of the latest. Click our links below for the information you need to know: Learn about the Garden Rocks Concert Series and Dining Packages Check out ALL of the 2024 Flower and Garden Booth Menus See what eats you’ll need to try to get a PRIZE at the Festival! And don’t forget to pick up our EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival e-book! See more details about the book below. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FESTIVAL DAYS DFB's Guide to the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival details everything you need to know to maximize your time, budget and stomach space! Know what's worth it and what to skip with our full-photo menus of each booth, complete with DFB's Best of the Fest. It includes all the must-have information for navigating this one of the most BEAUTIFUL festivals at Disney World, including: Booth & food photos, maps, and crawls with DFB's exclusive recommendations! The COMPLETE schedule of events (so you don't have to go hunting for all the dates!) All the details on special events, topiaries, festival exclusive merchandise, and more! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Flower & Garden Festival INFO! See the FULL LIST of Food Booths, Menus, and Photos from the Festival Learn About the Garden Rocks Concert Series and Dining Packages Secret Tips for the Flower & Garden Festival CONFIRMED: These 6 Things Will RETURN to the 2024 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 2 Things We ALWAYS Bring to the Festival Click HERE for All of the Latest News and Details About the Festival! Which of these items do you want to try? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Have EXCELLENT News About 2 NEW EPCOT Festival Menu Items! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios, we're sharing two fan-favorite recipes so you can join in on the festivities at home.View the full article

Rope dropping the Disney World parks is a fine art. Crowds at rope drop in Hollywood Studios It takes precision, planning, and cunning to make the most of the first few hours of the day in Disney World. You need to know exactly where you want to go before you even hit the ground, lest you waste any of that valuable pre-crowd time. And we’re here to WARN you about a common mistake when rope dropping EPCOT! If you’re planning to arrive in EPCOT before it opens, then you’re a dedicated bunch! The park has fewer rides than Hollywood Studios or Magic Kingdom, but there are still some heavy hitters with good rope drop potential. However, there’s one ride you need to AVOID in the morning. EPCOT One mistake we see probably hundreds of people make every day in EPCOT is rope dropping Spaceship Earth. You know, the giant geodesic sphere at the front of the park with a ride inside? Yeah, that one. EPCOT Why shouldn’t you do this? Because Spaceship Earth is a relatively chill ride, and that means that it doesn’t usually have a high wait time. However, its wait is typically the longest first thing in the morning because it’s right there at the front of the park. People see the first ride in their walking path and just get in line. It gets so busy in the morning! Instead of wasting 30 minutes waiting for Spaceship Earth when the park opens, we encourage you to head further back. A good use of rope drop time would be riding something like Soarin’ Around the World, Test Track, or Frozen Ever After. Frozen Ever After You may notice that we left Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure off of that list. While the ride is new and popular, it also hits a peak first thing in the morning because it’s the closest attraction to the International Gateway entrance of EPCOT (the back entrance located between France and the UK in World Showcase). You’d be better off doing that one a little later in the morning or last thing at night. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure So there you go — advice for how to successfully rope drop from people who visit Disney World every single day. We won’t steer you wrong! The Shocking Things I Learned While Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you rope drop during your Disney World visits? Tell us in the comments! The post The One Ride You Should NEVER Rope Drop in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Pixar Fest is happening now at Disneyland Resort — and runs through August 4th — and we’re back to check out even more specialty treats today! Barley and Ian at Pixar Fest You’ll find a full menu of limited-time treats at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and even Downtown Disney for this year’s Pixar Fest! We’re checking out some MORE of the special treats today…let’s see what we’re snacking on! First up, some new snacks in Disneyland Park! The Marigold Bridge We’re starting out with a dessert inspired by Coco — The Marigold Bridge at Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante! Here she is! This new cupcake is made with a tri-colored white sponge, cinnamon croquantine, cinnamon mousse, and cream cheese frosting decorated with a chocolate bridge and orange chocolate shavings. It’s available for $6.99. It’s very pretty! This was lightly sweetened, and the main flavor we got here was cream cheese — we couldn’t taste much of the cinnamon at all. The cake was moist and fluffy, but it ultimately just tasted like a plain cupcake with cream cheese frosting. Inside the cupcake If you like low-key cupcakes, this might be the dessert for you. But if you’re hoping for those unique flavors to really come through strongly, we suggest snagging something else. BBQ Potato Dog Next up, we’re heading to Refreshment Corner for a Toy Story-themed snack — the BBQ Potato Dog. This dish features smoked sausage, BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw, fried onions, and green onions served in a baked potato. BBQ Potato Dog This pricey treat is $15.49. The first flavors that come through are a smokiness from the sausage and a strong BBQ flavor from the sauce. We really appreciated the light, refreshing flavor of the coleslaw and the crunch from the onions. BBQ Potato Dog Honestly, we had zero complaints here! The potato was nice and soft, and it soaked up some of the sauce. This was really filling, so even though it’s on the pricier side, it felt somewhat worth the cost. Inside the potato So if you want something hefty and filling (and very meaty!), we suggest you check it out! Luigi & Guido Cone At the Cozy Cone 3, you’ll find the Luigi & Guido Cone inspired by Cars! Luigi & Guido Cone This snack featured cheese tortellini, Pomodoro sauce, and mozzarella topped with basil panko and served in a bread cone. You can snag it for $10.99. Look at that pasta This was mostly cheesy with hints of basil and tomato. The tortellini was warm and fresh, and if you got a bite with mozzarella it was extra cheesy! The Pomodoro sauce was light and refreshing, which was a much-needed balance overall. The basil panko was strong if you got too much of it, but in smaller doses it helped season the cone. Tortellini Honestly, we really liked this one! If you’re in the mood for a carbo-load, make sure to try it out. Adventure Is Out There! Sundae If you’re searching for something sweet, the Adventure is Out There! Sundae from Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream might be it! Let’s try a sundae! This sundae is made with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream, and a candied balloon in a waffle cup for $9.29. And you know what? It’s hard to go wrong with a hot fudge sundae! It’s so cute! The ice cream was rich, thick, and full of good vanilla flavor. The fudge balanced it out with a deeper chocolate flavor, and the sugar decor on top just really added to the fun overall look of the treat. This was a smidge heavy on the chocolate with both the fudge and the chocolate-dipped bowl, so be warned if you’re not a die-hard chocoholic. A classic! If you’re a fan of a classic sundae, make sure to snag this during Pixar Fest! Shake 2319 And finally, over at Schmoozies! you’ll find Shake 2319 inspired by Monsters, Inc. Let’s try a milkshake! This shake is a vanilla, orange, guava, and pineapple shake with shaved coconut, whipped topping, and an orange cone. You can grab one for $9.79. 2319 Shake This was incredibly refreshing with some tropical vibes. The main flavor that comes through is vanilla-orange, like a creamsicle. You get hints of guava and pineapple throughout, but you don’t really taste the coconut unless you mix it in. Our one complaint is that the tiny cone was kind of stale and had more of an artificial orange flavor. If you’re a fan of fruity desserts, you can’t miss out on this! We love the look of this one! This is just a few MORE of the specialty snacks you’ll find at this year’s Pixar Fest! And remember, the special Pixar Fest food booths open up in Disney California Adventure on May 10th and we’ll be eating all the food that day! ©Disney Stay tuned for more fun from this year’s Pixar Fest at Disneyland! To see ALL the details about Pixar Fest 2024, CLICK HERE! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you making plans to attend this year’s Pixar Fest? Let us know in the comments! 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Grab your popcorn! Walt Disney Studios Disney has a TON of upcoming movies and shows on the horizon, each one more exciting sounding than the last. In fact, there were over 30 remakes, reboots, and sequel movies in the works at Walt Disney Studios last we checked. No matter how you feel about the remakes, we can all probably agree that a trailer for a new Disney movie is exciting — and we’ve got one to share now! We just got a look at the very first trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King coming soon. We’ve known about this live-action prequel for a while, but we’ve officially got our first look at what the movie will look like. ©Disney “A lion who would change our lives forever.” Mufasa: The Lion King tells the story of Mufasa and his rise to being the king of the Pride Lands. The story is being relayed by Rafiki to Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala. The story will be told through flashbacks, beginning with Mufasa as an orphaned cub. The movie promises an “expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny.” The movie looks like it will be full of action and features a fantastic cast of voice actors. Check out the new trailer below! You can catch Mufasa: The Lion King in theaters on December 20th, 2024. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and more! Everything NEW Coming to Disney+ in May 2024! 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 Disney movie? Tell us in the comments. The post The First Official Trailer for Disney's 'Mufasa' Movie Is Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Get ready — because we’re about to hit you with one of our BIGGEST, most INFORMATIVE videos YET! Cinderella Castle We’ve gathered up all our BEST Disney World tips and tricks that are either BRAND NEW and epically important or that have stood the test of time so YOU can use them during your next visit, too! Check out our video below: The BEST Disney World Tips & Tricks of All Time  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 Disney World tip? Let us know in the comments! The post DFB Video: The BEST Disney World Tips & Tricks of All Time first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Summer in Disney World this year is going to be a LOT different than previous summers. Cinderella Castle You see, this summer, a lot of NEW things are coming to Disney World, and we think we could see some serious summer crowds! So why do we think the crowds are coming to Disney World this summer? Well, we have three reasons that we think will bring a lot of folks to the parks. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be opening this summer in Magic Kingdom, and this is one highly-anticipated ride. The hype is REAL now that Disney has revealed details about some of the ride’s characters and shown off the ride’s incredible animatronics. There are going to be LOADS of people wanting to be the first to ride this attraction, plus possible early previews could bring Annual Passholders, D23 Members, DVC Members, and more people to the park ahead of its opening (though we haven’t seen any announcement about previews yet). Tiana’s Bayou Adventure We remember the crazy crowds and lines on the last day of Splash Mountain, and we expect Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to have similar crowds at least during its first month after opening. NEW QUEUE DETAILS Revealed for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World Country Bear Jamboree We never thought we’d see the day when the Country Bears created crowds in Magic Kingdom, but here we are. We still can’t get over how long the lines were the day Country Bear Jamboree closed down for a refurbishment to get a whole new act. Yes, the Country Bears are learning some new songs, and they’re set to premiere a new show this summer. A new show is coming! Between Country Bear Jamboree and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Magic Kingdom is going to be BUSY this summer. So if you’re headed to Disney World, prepare for crowds! What’s REALLY Changing at Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Yes, the festival isn’t even starting until late August this year (for the first time since 2019). The past few years, the festival has started earlier in the summer — and it brings more people into the parks. However, we think Disney feels so confident about summer crowds this year that it felt it didn’t need a festival to bring people to Disney World. The 2023 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival started in July As it stands, there is no festival happening during most of the summer, but Disney seems to think that it’s not needed. If Disney thinks the people are going to be visiting this summer, then we know that the summer could be very scary in Disney World this year, and not JUST because of the heat and humidity. One HUGE Change Is Coming to the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! So if you’re headed to Disney World this summer, you might want to pack some extra patience with your cooling towels, neck fans, and water bottles. Things could get a little busy. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 5 Disney World ESSENTIALS You’ll Need for Your Summer Trip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be visiting Disney World this summer? Do you anticipate bigger crowds than normal? Let us know in the comments! The post It Could Be a SCARY Summer in Disney World, and We Think We Know Why first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

After “Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom” helped five-year-old Cora get through hospital stays while battling coronary heart disease, there was no hesitation on where she wanted to visit. So, alongside our friends at Make-A-Wish, we planned a special day for Cora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom filled with all the wild wonders of the park! At just […]View the full article

Disney World’s free transportation system really can’t be beat. It’s FREE, for starters, but it’s also efficient and convenient. Disney Springs Between Disney World buses, the Monorail, the Skyliner, and boats, you can get to pretty much anywhere you need to go on Disney World property. But sometimes closures can happen that can affect how you get from point A to point B. For example in bad weather, the Skyliner closes. Other circumstances also affect transportation, and we’ve got a closure to warn you about right now. As of April 28th, the Sassagoula River Cruise Boats are currently closed. These are the boats that ferry Disney World visitors between Disney Springs and Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside, and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter. The boats are closed We spoke with a Cast Member who could not confirm why the boats are closed, but we’re fairly certain it’s not weather-related since it was a beautiful day in Disney World on the day we noticed the closure. It is also uncertain if the boats will be back up and running again tomorrow. It was a beautiful day! If you are visiting Disney World and need to get to or from Disney Springs from one of those hotels, buses are running. At Disney Springs, you can find the buses at the Town Center Bus Depot located between the Lime and Orange garages. The boat dock in Disney Springs Last year, the boats closed in June due to low water levels and were closed again in August due to construction on a retaining wall near the bridge. When we asked Cast Members about the issue, we were told that it’s possible that this is again due to low water levels, and if the area continues to encounter a lack of rain, it could be an ongoing concern. We’ll be keeping an eye on the situation and let you know when the boats are running again, so stay tuned to DFB for more. WATCH OUT for 4 Transportation PROBLEMS at Disney World Hotels Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever seen this transportation problem in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post A Huge Hotel Transportation Perk Is CLOSED in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time! Pixar Fest officially opened on April 26th at Disneyland Resort — and runs through August 4th — and we’re checking out this celebration of all things Pixar from food, to merchandise, to parades, and more! Pixar Fest 2024 And right now, we’re here to talk about THE FOOD! There’s a full menu of limited-time treats that you’ll find at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and even Downtown Disney! We’re checking out some of the special treats today…let’s see what we’re snacking on! First up, some new snacks in Disneyland Park! Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor Our first stop is for ice cream! At Gibson Girl, you’ll find the Eye Scream Cone inspired by Monsters, Inc.! This is a scoop of Pistachio ice cream dipped in green chocolate, garnished with a candy eye and horns. Eye Scream Cone If you’re a fan of pistachio ice cream this might be the snack for you. However, if you don’t care pistachios this might not be the treat for you. The shell tasted like white chocolate and didn’t melt. But the ice cream inside it did, which made it a little messy. For the price, we thought it might be a little expensive for one scoop of ice cream, but it is certainly a creative treat! Isn’t it almost too cute to eat? You can snag this specialty cone for $9.29. The Tropical Hideaway We’re taking a break in the tropics to check out the new Pineapple Coconut Float inspired by Lava. This non-boozy drink features Blue DOLE Pineapple-Coconut Juice topped with DOLE Whip soft serve, strawberry lava, and a gummy! Pineapple Coconut Float It’s blue! And DOLE Whip! And a lot of fun. It was a very refreshing treat and all the flavors worked really well together! The tartness of the pineapple went deliciously with the strawberry “lava.” It’s a perfect summer day snack that makes you feel like you’re eating a little healthier because of all the fruity flavors (so that’s a win, right?). Yum! This special DOLE Whip float is priced at $9.29. Troubadour Tavern Next, we’re headed to Troubadour Tavern for the all-new Firetown Mac & Cheese Bites inspired by Elemental. Firetown Mac & Cheese Bites These Fried Gouda mac and cheese bites tossed in four-chile rub are soft and chewy goodness! If you like spice, this will do it for ya. It was spicier than we were expecting. We were hit with spice and then got small flavors of cheese underneath. Even though it was spicy, it wasn’t overdone. If you don’t like spice, you might want to skip them, but anyone who enjoys a bit of heat will like them! So good! You can buy these spicy bites for $11.49! We’re also checking out a new snack in Disney California Adventure today! Churros near Goofy’s Sky School At the churro stand near Goofy’s Sky School we’re checking out the new Mr Potato Head Chip Churro! This churro is inspired by Toy Story and features a churro topped with crushed potato chips and a chocolate drizzle. Yum! This sweet and salty snack is possibly the best churro we’ve had in a long time. It was a warm churro that blended the sweet, salty, and chocolate flavors beautifully. We hope we can grab it again before it goes away! If you don’t like sweet and salty foods, then you’ll probably want to skip it, but we were big fans of the flavor combinations. Like chocolate-covered potato chips on a churro! You can buy your own Mr. Potato Head Chip Churro for $7.25! These are just a few of the specialty snacks you’ll find at this year’s Pixar Fest! Stay tuned as we check out even more! And remember, the special Pixar Fest food booths open up in Disney California Adventure on May 10th and we’ll be eating all the food that day! ©Disney Stay tuned for more fun from this year’s Pixar Fest at Disneyland! To see ALL the details about Pixar Fest 2024, CLICK HERE! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you making plans to attend this year’s Pixar Fest? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING: Reading This Snack Review May Cause Impulsive Last-Minute Disney Trips first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World hotels have a lot going on right now…and by a lot…we mean a LOT of construction. Disney’s Yacht Club This is especially true with Disney World’s deluxe hotels. Many of them are under construction in some way. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting a brand new Disney Vacation Club Villas building. The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been under construction for what feels like FOREVER. There’s a ton of construction at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to bring TWO new dining spots to the area. And, well, another Disney World hotel will be undergoing construction in 2025. An announcement on Disney World’s website notifies visitors that some guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will be under refurbishment from January through May 2025. Now, we don’t know if some rooms are going to get an update, refresh, or a re-theme, but something is definitely happening early next year. ©Disney Meanwhile, we’d also like to remind you that the pool shared by Disney’s Yacht Club and Disney’s Beach Club Resorts, Stormalong Bay, will be closed around the same time — from January through June 2025. That means you’ll want to take both construction projects into consideration if you’re making plans for a Disney World trip during that time. This is one of the best pools in Disney World, but both resorts have other pool options as well. Stormalong Bay If you have already booked a stay for 2025 at Disney’s Yacht Club, you may want to reconsider and book a different hotel during that time, depending on how sensitive you are to noise and if you have plans to use the pool. Stay tuned to DFB for more. Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. 5 Stupidly Expensive Disney World Hotel Rooms That Might Actually Be Worth It Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think? Will this affect where you stay in Disney World in 2025? Let us know in the comments! The post A Word of WARNING if You're Staying at Disney's Yacht Club Hotel Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who wouldn’t want to see a well-known celebrity while on their vacation? We know we’d love to! ©Disney It’s not uncommon to see or hear of celebrities hanging out in theme parks with their families, because they’re people, just like all of us. However, it’s extra special when they work with the park to surprise guests, which is what Ryan Gosling did in Universal Studios Hollywood! At Universal Studios Hollywood, you can see the WaterWorld Show, which is an incredible and thrilling display of talent, dedication, and skill. It’s sure to make your heart race! ©Universal Studios Hollywood However, they recently introduced a Fall Guy Stuntacular Pre-Show to celebrate the release of the film The Fall Guy coming out on May 3rd, 2024. The film stars Ryan Gosling, which means, of course, he made a cameo in the pre-show! How cool would it have been to be part of the audience that got to see Ryan as part of the show?! The Fall Guy will star Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place, Mary Poppins Returns). It follows a stunt man turned restaurant valet as he ends up working on his ex-girlfriend’s directing-debut movie. He finds himself part of a conspiracy, and we’ll have to wait to find out what happens after the movie premiers on May 3rd! The Fall Guy pre-show will only be available from April 27th to May 19th, 2024, so be sure to check it out while you can! More Universal Studios Hollywood News! A MAJOR Celebrity Surprised Fans and You’ll Never Guess Where!NEWS: Tram Accident Leaves 15 People Injured at Universal StudiosNEWS: Universal Studios May Build a NEW Theme Park in the UK!New Study Reveals How Disney World’s Popularity Compares to Other Theme ParksUniversal Made Its Own Version of MagicBand+ — Is It BETTER Than Disney? As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney and Universal news! Here are 6 reasons you might want to ditch your Disney annual pass for a Universal one! 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 celebrity would you love to see in a theme park? Tell us in the comments! The post A MAJOR Celebrity Surprised Fans and You’ll Never Guess Where! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article