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Where are our Figment fans at? Figment We know how much you love that little purple dragon of inspiration. We’ve seen how long you’ll stand in lines to meet him in EPCOT, and we’ll never forget the Figment Popcorn Bucket saga. Well, at least you don’t have to wait in line for a NEW Figment item that’s now available on Amazon: the Figment Little Golden Book. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Want to score free shipping on your Amazon purchases but don’t have an Amazon Prime account? You can sign up for a free trial of Prime right now: Okay, we told you about this book earlier, but you can now get the Figment Little Golden Book on Amazon RIGHT NOW. It’s available, y’all! Get the Figment Little Golden Book ©Amazon These adorable Little Golden Books are becoming collector’s items, and you’ll want to make sure you get your hands on the Figment Little Golden Book that is available right now. The book features lyrics from “One Little Spark,” and is perfect for children ages 2 to 5, but if you’re an older Figment fan, well, you’re welcome to read it, too. View on Amazon We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney souvenirs and merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for more. In the meantime, shop our Amazon storefront below! Check out our Amazon ShopThe post You Can Buy ADORABLE Disney FIGMENT Merch for Less Than on Amazon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Meeting characters in Disney World can be some of the most magical moments you’ll remember for years to come. Minnie and Pluto! Sometimes you just want to snap a photo on your phone, other times you’ve bought PhotoPass to download all those professional photos, and other times, you just want them to sign something of yours. But an autograph book isn’t the only thing characters can sign. In fact, this is how a super cheap Disney souvenir became a massive trend in the parks! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you find yourself not being able to, or not really wanting to buy an autograph book for characters to sign, don’t worry, there are other options! So what can you use instead? Moana in EPCOT Almost anything! You could ask characters to sign a shirt, a water bottle, a photo, or even a pair of ears! As long as it’s something appropriate that wouldn’t break Disney World’s rules, characters can most likely sign it. Mickey and Minnie Now depending on the shape of the item, the signatures may come out a little wonky, but you’ll still have them! This idea works better when you don’t have too many characters signing the item (ears don’t have a lot of space!). If you’d like a lot of signatures, you can create your own signature booklet at home with some plain paper (or colored construction paper) and staples at home, or in the business center of your hotel (and when it doubt, you could ask the Cast Members at the front desk for help). Hi Daisy! Need some ideas on what to grab? Have Them Sign A Picture Frame! You can grab a pack of 15 8×10 White Picture Mats for them to sign! ©Amazon The best part? You can add whatever photos you’d like in here and make it customized to you and your trip. Add it to your cart! Can’t Go Wrong With A Water Bottle If you’re looking for a blank slate water bottle that will also be great for keeping your drink cold around the park, grab a VEGOND 17oz Stainless Steel Water Bottle. ©Amazon You can also grab this water bottle in multiple different colors. Be sure to grab a colored sharpie that will show up on whatever color you decide to grab! Buy it here! A Hat Is A Great Solution, Too And if you’re looking for a hat that perfectly matches your Disney outfit, grab the Disney Boys Baseball Cap. ©Amazon If you decide to grab this hat, be sure to grab a white sharpie to use for those signatures, or else it won’t show up! Grab it here! Looking for more information about character meet and greets? We can help! More About Character Meet and Greets! How a Super CHEAP Disney Souvenir Became a Major Theme Park TrendNEW Main Street, U.S.A., Addition Announced for Disney’s Pixar FestA Word of CAUTION About Meeting Characters in Disney WorldYou’ll Be SHOCKED That THIS Is the Longest Line at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney WorldFULL LIST of Characters at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! This is where you can find ALL the character meet and greets 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 Who is your favorite character to meet in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post How a Super CHEAP Disney Souvenir Became a Major Theme Park Trend first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, it’s no secret that planning a trip to Disney World can be pretty expensive. Intermission Food Court Once you’ve booked your hotel, paid for your tickets, and booked your flight, you’re already out a pretty penny. And that’s not even including those pricey Genie+ fees! It’s also no secret that price increases happen a LOT on Disney World food, and if you’re planning on eating at your hotel food court, we’ve got some news about that, too. That’s right. We’ve spotted some price increases on a few items at Disney World’s hotel food courts. This includes menus at the following: World Premiere Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Everything Pop at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Riverside Mill at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Ordering a Super Slice of Pepperoni Pizza will now cost $11.70 — a pretty big increase from the old $9.79 price. However, you now get a choice of Potato Chips or Carrots and Celery with it. So you’ll pay more, but you’ll also get a little more. Everything POP at Disney’s Pop Century Also, if you order the Super Slice of Cheese Pizza, the price has changed from $9.29 to $11.29, but it’s also now served with a choice of Potato Chips or Carrots and Celery. Again, you’re paying more but also getting more. If you look at it this way, a bag of Potato Chips in Disney World usually costs $3, so if you get the chips with the pizza, you’re saving $1. But it’s still a price increase, especially if you just wanted a slice of pizza and nothing else. Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort We’ll keep you updated on any other menu changes we find in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. Use our discount code for DFB readers – WDW2023 – for 25% off! The NEW Problem With Disney World Restaurants Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this change? Let us know in the comments! The post Price INCREASE Hits 8 Disney World Hotel Food Courts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to drinking around the world, most of us “start left” at EPCOT’s World Showcase and head straight to the Mexico Pavilion. La Cava del Tequila There’s a good reason for that, though. Mexico is home to La Cava del Tequila, a bar that’s so popular even celebrities often frequent this spot. Some celebrities have even created special drinks for the bar. Well, we’re trying a NEW drink from La Cava del Tequila, and this one even snuck in a Breaking Bad reference. So here’s the backstory: Dos Hombres Mezcal was founded by Breaking Bad stars Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston. The two celebrities actually visited La Cava del Tequila recently! They were even serving up drinks. Looks like a great time, right? We’ll be back with even more reviews, so stay tuned to DFB for more. With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! If You Only Get 3 Drinks in EPCOT, Get These 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 drink at La Cava del Tequila? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Get a NEW ‘Breaking Bad’ Drink in Disney World Right Now 😱Yes, REALLY! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning to visit Disney World at the beginning of 2024? Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster If so, in case you haven’t already heard, you’ll need to know that a fan-favorite Disney’s Hollywood Studios attraction will be closed for refurbishment — tomorrow! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Hollywood Studios, a fun, fast-paced coaster that features music (and a pre-ride show) by Aerosmith, will close for refurbishment tomorrow, January 8th! ©Disney Right now, the Disney World website shows that the closure will last as far as the calendar goes, and we haven’t heard any sort of official announcements for a reopening date, which makes it entirely possible that the closure will go longer than expected. For context, early in 2023, the ride was closed for nearly three full months. If the 2023 timeline is any indication, we could see the ride remain closed through early April. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Also, since we don’t have definitive dates on when some of the attractions will open back up, we’d recommend keeping it right here for the latest info so that you can plan accordingly. In the meantime, don’t forget to check back to DFB for more Disney updates. You Might NOT Want To Fly to Disney World in 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 Are you going to Disney World in 2024? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Closes For a Long Time TOMORROW 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been focusing a lot of its efforts recently on expanding ESPN. ©ESPN During Disney’s Q3 2023 financial earnings call, one of the company’s key points was “building ESPN into the preeminent digital sports platform.” The company has already moved forward with ESPN Bet, a new sportsbook betting service. The company is also working on CEO Bob Iger’s #1 priority, streaming, which includes ESPN+. A new deal with the NCAA will help Iger in achieving that goal. ESPN and the National Collegiate Association (NCAA) recently reached a new eight-year deal that will begin on September 1st, 2024 for NCAA championship media rights. This includes rights to 40 NCAA championships, including 21 women’s events, as well as 19 men’s events. ESPN will also have international media rights for those championships, in addition to the Division I men’s basketball tournament. ©Disney “ESPN and the NCAA have enjoyed a strong and collaborative relationship for more than four decades, and we are thrilled that it will continue as part of this new, long-term agreement,” said ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro. “The ESPN networks and platforms will exclusively present a record number of championships, including all rounds of several marquee events that, together with the NCAA, we have grown over time. This unprecedented deal also further strengthens The Walt Disney Company’s industry-leading commitment to women’s sports and will help fuel our continued growth, including in the critical streaming space.” Yes, this deal also includes streaming, which will help grow the ESPN+ streaming service and is part of Iger’s #1 priority. ©NCAA The agreement continues exclusive coverage — including streaming — from the previous deal but has also now added the Division I men’s and women’s tennis team championships, the national collegiate men’s gymnastics championships, as well as full rights for the men’s National Invitation Tournament and Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament. In addition, ESPN also has international rights for the Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Here’s everything the new deal covers: Men’s Championships – soccer, football (FCS, DII & DIII), cross country, water polo, indoor track & field, swimming & diving, wrestling, ice hockey, gymnastics, fencing, volleyball, lacrosse, outdoor track & field, tennis, baseball and basketball (including DII semifinals & DIII semifinals and championship). Women’s Championships – soccer, field hockey, volleyball (including DII & DIII), cross country, indoor track & field, swimming & diving, basketball (including DII & DIII), ice hockey, bowling, gymnastics, fencing, beach volleyball, lacrosse, outdoor track & field, tennis, softball, and water polo. Other: men’s National Invitation Tournament (NIT) and Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament (WBIT); NCAA Div I Men’s Basketball Championship (international rights). ©Disney ESPN+ could see an uptick in subscribers interested in collegiate sports after this landmark agreement, which should help Disney’s overall streaming numbers and get Iger to his #1 priority goal sooner than expected. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney has HUGE Plans for ESPN Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this news? Let us know in the comments! The post ESPN’s NEW Deal Bolsters Bob Iger’s #1 Priority at Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World isn’t just about rides and food (although the latter is VERY important to us). Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom There are also a lot of fun interactive experiences you can have in the parks! From visiting Kidcot stations in EPCOT to MagicBand+ interacting with things in the parks to DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, there are TONS of OTHER things to do in Disney World. Well, a NEW interactive experience is coming soon, and after chatting with a Cast Member, we’re hoping this experience is getting closer to opening. In July 2023, Disney Parks announced that a new interactive experience would be coming to Magic Kingdom. It’s called “Smellephants on Parade” and will be a “family-friendly ‘search and sniff’ adventure in Storybook Circus. Yep, Disney wants you to go around Storybook Circus sniffing things. The experience will be sponsored by Scentsy. ©Disney You may recognize the name “Scentsy” from a seasonal experience in EPCOT! During the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, Scentsy sponsors the Blossoms of Fragrance experience, where you can enjoy garden-inspired scents by visiting six scent stations set up near some floral topiaries. Basically, those stations had little signs that you could lean in to smell and take in the springtime scents. While Disney hasn’t revealed exactly what “Smellephants on Parade” will be like, we’re wondering if it will be similar to the Blossoms of Fragrance experience. Blossoms of Fragrance Garden Back in November, we noticed some news signs in Storybook Circus. The signs have some updated branding that says “Presented by Scentsy.” More recently, we spoke to a Cast Member, who told us to “get ready for Smellephants.” It’s really happening! Note that Disney hasn’t shared an opening date quite yet, but we’ll keep our eyes and ears out for more news. Dumbo sign Here’s a closer look at more of that “Scentsy” signage, which first started to appear in late November. The more we look around, the more “Scentsy” branding we keep finding in the park! Could this be a clue that “Smellephants on Parade” will be spread throughout Storybook Circus? Considering we’ve spotted signs all over the area, it seems like a good indication that this interactive experience will take up more than just one part of Storybook Circus. Presented by Scentsy So, Smellephants could be happening soon, although we still don’t have an actual date when the experience will open. You can bet we’ll be looking for more clues around Storybook Circus, though. So stay tuned to DFB for more. In the meantime, when are you headed to Disney World next? Have you checked out our line of fun graphic tees to wear on your trip? We’ve designed some for the whole family – from infants to adults! Click here to check them out! Don’t Make This DISASTROUS Magic Kingdom Mistake in 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 Disney World interactive experiences do you enjoy? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 CLUES About the “Smellephants on Parade” Attraction That’s Coming to Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The start of the 2024 year is bringing about lots of CHANGES to Disney World and it seems that rides are no exception. Tree of Life We already knew that Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster is getting ready to close for a longer refurbishment expected to last through Summer, as well as a few other rides. Now, we’ve got another ride to talk about that will also be ready for a refurbishment over the next few days. Kali River Rapids in Disney’s Animal Kingdom park is expected to close TOMORROW. Kali River Rapids Beginning January 8th, 2024, Kali River Rapids will no longer be available for rides for its extended closure. During this time we expect Disney will be inspecting and performing maintenance on its water-based attraction and its ride vehicles. January and early in the year is a time when Disney tends to pull rides for regular routine maintenance, which we expect is due to the anticipated dip in crowds during these times. ©Disney While Disney hasn’t posted exactly when this refurbishment is expected to end and rides resume we were only able to see out through a few days in March 2024 and no posted operational times were listed through then. Kali River Rapids We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for when you can expect this ride to resume operation but in the meantime, be sure to stay tuned with us at Disney Food Blog! HURRY! It’s the LAST WEEK To Ride These 2 Disney World Rides Before They CLOSE for Refurbishment! 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 Is riding Kali River Rapids a must-do for you at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Tell us your thoughts on it in the comments below. The post DON’T FORGET! A Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ride Is Closing Tomorrow first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things were very different in Disney World when the parks reopened in 2020. Face Covering Sign in Galaxy’s Edge Although it was almost four years ago, most who visited during that time will never forget having to wear a mask everywhere (both indoors and outdoors), as well as what it was like to stand in line six feet away from the person in front of you (something we kind of miss). There were temperature checks at the gates, too. So, if you’ve been keeping up with the latest news, you might know there’s been an uptick in COVID-19 infections in the U.S. again. So should you be worried about how that could affect Disney World? According to AP News, more hospitals are now requiring masks right now due to a surge in both the flu and COVID-19. In New York City, mask mandates have been reinstated for all of the city’s 11 hospitals. Some hospitals in Los Angeles and Massachusetts have also started requiring masks, as other hospitals have reinstated mask rules for employees. Over the past few weeks, both flu and COVID-19 cases have been going up, with high levels of flu symptoms being reported in 31 states before Christmas. Many health officials believe cases will also grow in January. ©Disney However, there is some good news. Cases of both flu and COVID-19 are expected to peak by the end of the month and then decrease. The flu that’s going around is mostly caused by a less deadly strain than other versions, while current flu vaccinations seem to be working well with this particular strain. Together Again Face Masks “I don’t think it’s going to be overwhelming,” said Dr. William Schaffner, Vanderbilt University infectious diseases expert. He deemed the current season “moderately severe.” Cases of COVID-19 are causing more severe illness than the flu, but the increase in cases hasn’t been rising as much. A new variant, JN.1, has emerged, though, and health officials are keeping an eye on it. Before Christmas, it accounted for 44% of new COVID-19 cases. Although the variant may spread easier, there is no proof so far that it is any more severe than previous variants, and cases are responding well to vaccines and antiviral medications. Hand Sanitizer at the Rainforest Cafe So will this affect Disney World? Well, it doesn’t seem like we’ll be seeing those signs anytime soon requiring visitors to wear a mask, and we doubt we’ll have to do temperature checks again, so it will probably just be business as usual throughout the resort. However, if you DO get sick, you are urged to wear a mask to prevent spreading illnesses to other people. Other than that, we can recommend washing your hands with soap and water when you can and keeping hand sanitizer in your park bag. Stay tuned to DFB for more. 7 Perks That Ended With COVID and Never Returned to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you think Disney World would ever reinstate COVID-19 safety measures again? Let us know in the comments! The post Should You Be Worried about COVID Again at Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Cindy Morgan, an actress who starred in Tron, and Caddyshack, has passed away at the age of 69. ©Disney Morgan was known for her roles as Lora Baines and Yori in Disney’s Tron, as well as her role as Lacey Underall in Caddyshack. She also appeared on multiple TV shows in the ’80s and ’90s. Variety confirmed via The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office in Florida that the actress died of natural causes. Officials were not able to specify exactly when she passed away. Morgan was born in Chicago, on September 29th, 1954. She gained notoriety for her performance as Lacey, a blonde bombshell character, in Caddyshack, which starred Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, and Rodney Dangerfield. ©Warner Bros. Morgan also guest starred on TV shows like The Love Boat, Chips, and Vegas, but went on to star in Disney’s 1982 movie, Tron, as both computer programmer Lora Baines and Yori, the programmer’s alter-ego in The Grid. She returned to the world of Tron to voice the character of Ma3a in a 2003 video game, Tron 2.0. ©Disney Morgan’s other film credits include Up Yours (1979), Galaxis (1995), and Open Mic’rs (2006). Her most recent voice acting role was in the 2022 indie film Face of the Trinity as Mason’s mother. She also appeared in multiple TV series, including Matlock, The Fall Guy, The Larry Sanders Show, and more. Our thoughts are with Morgan’s friends and family at this time. The post Cindy Morgan, ‘TRON’ Star, Has Passed Away at 69 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Staying on property in Disney World can be such a magical experience, especially for kids. Disney’s Rivera Resort However, some people don’t want to be reminded that they’re at Disney everywhere they look in their hotel room. If that’s you, you may decide to stay off-property instead, either at a Good Neighbor Hotel or one of the other hotels near the park. If you’re planning your upcoming trip and are looking at staying off-property, check out this new MASSIVE hotel that’s right next to the resort! The Evermore Resort is a billion-dollar luxury resort like no other. So why would you choose to stay here vs. a Disney hotel? Better At Accommodating Large Families If you’re heading to Disney World as a large family or group, instead of having to split between 2-3 different rooms at a Disney resort, you can book one room here. Some accommodations can sleep up to 32 guests! ©Evermore Resort At Disney and other hotels, you may have to request connecting rooms (that may or may not be accommodated, which can be a problem), and then make sure everyone is staying safe in their rooms and getting ready when they should be in the mornings. In one word, we call that stressful. By having everyone in one place, it makes communication much easier! Beaches You Can Lounge On And Swim At Disney’s beaches may be beautiful, but you aren’t allowed to swim in any of the water due to safety concerns. You know what you can do at Evermore Resort? Enjoy 20 acres of beach! ©Evermore Resort For those of you who find the beach to be your home away from home or your true vacation destination, this is the resort for you. At any Disney resort, you’ll find signs up near all the bodies of water saying there’s no swimming allowed, although you can enjoy the sand beaches near select resorts, it won’t be the same as being able to run from the beach to the water and back again as you please. Houses/Villas All To Yourself Evermore Resort isn’t just a hotel — unlike other hotels where you’re sharing walls with all the strangers you could ever imagine, Evermore offers houses and villas that you’ll have all to yourself. ©Evermore Resort In fact, you can CHOOSE between the hotel at Conrad Orlando, Flats (that have 4 bedrooms), Villas (2-4 bedrooms), and Houses (5-11 bedrooms). This is a stark difference not only to Disney hotels, but other hotels all over Orlando where you’ll definitely be sharing walls with your neighbors. 3D Planning Tool Want to avoid everyone fighting over what bedroom will be theirs, or need to make sure you can really see where everyone will go? Evermore Resort has a 3D planning tool for all of their rooms online where you can plan out your ideal floorplan! ©Evermore Resort You can even put people’s names where you’d like them to stay — WILD right?! You’ll also be able to see common room spaces like living rooms, backyards, bathrooms, and more. Tons of Activities Having a massive amount of activities isn’t totally unheard of at Disney hotels, there’s lots to do on your resort day, but the Evermore Resort takes them to the next level. ©Evermore Resort And by next level, we mean you can go kayaking, go golfing on their TWO courses, ride down waterslides, and so much more. The resort also has family activities like movie nights, crafts, and more to keep everyone busy if you’re not in the parks. Cheaper Than Disney For Large Groups As we mentioned earlier, Evermore has large rooms that can fit tons of people (and by tons we mean UP TO 32!). Not only that though, rooms are cheaper than equivalent rooms at Disney World. ©Evermore Resort Evermore is comparable to Disney World Deluxe hotels, the highest tier, which can sometimes be easily over $1,000 a night for rooms that sleep 6-8 guests. But a room at Evermore that sleeps around 8-10 guests evens out to only around $555 a night. Evermore also offers the opportunity to easily split the cost between you and your group members. ©Evermore Resort Will you get Disney magic at Evermore Resort? No, but if you’re traveling with a large group and you don’t mind having to travel into Disney World each day, this resort may actually make your trip easier, less stressful, and cost less than reserving multiple rooms at a Disney hotel would. We’re always here to bring you the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB! These are the 6 best Disney restaurants for large groups! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you ever stay at the Evermore Resort? Tell us in the comments! The post 6 Reasons You’ll Want To Stay at the NEW Billion-Dollar Hotel Next to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Two Disney World rides will close THIS WEEK for LONG refurbishments! Disney occasionally has to shut down rides and attractions in order to update them, and although sometimes those closures only last a few days, this time two rides will be closed for multiple months. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Let’s check out all the temporary closures and refurbishments that will affect Disney World from January 7th through the 13th. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — Temporarily Closing on January 8th Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster will close on January 8th, it won’t reopen until the summer of this year. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Although we don’t have an exact reopening date yet, we know that it’ll be at least a few months before the ride reopens. Last year, when the ride closed around this time (on February 20th, to be exact), it reopened on May 26th. Kali River Rapids — Temporarily Closing on January 8th Kali River Rapids usually closes in January for refurbishment since water rides like this tend to be less popular during the winter months when it’s chilly outside. In 2024, it will close on January 8th. Kali River Rapids Disney has announced that Kali River Rapids will be closed through mid-March, so it sounds like it will be a little over two months before this ride is back up and running. Click here to check out some Disneyland closures, too! These aren’t the only ride and attraction closures affecting Disney World this week. Let’s check out a few more that might affect your vacation. Magic Kingdom Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd, 2023, for a long refurbishment. The ride is being re-themed to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, with a Princess and the Frog theme. Adding more yellow flowers The new ride will reopen sometime in late 2024. We’ll be watching for more updates on the opening timeline. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Concept Art ©Disney If you miss Splash Mountain or want to celebrate the new ride, you should check out our DFB t-shirts! We have a Splash Mountain Farwell Tour shirt… DFB Exclusive! …and a Tiana tee as well! Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch! You can shop both tees (and lots of other Disney merch) at our online store. Click here to shop our DFB merchandise store. Barrel Bridge on Tom Sawyer’s Island The Barrel Bridge on Tom Sawyer’s Island is not only closed — it’s missing completely! Barrel Bridge is Missing A Cast Member told us several months ago that it was removed for repairs, and we haven’t seen it back since. We’ll be keeping an eye out for its return. Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick service restaurant that’s remained closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Empty Once in a while, you’ll see the dining rooms open as a rest area, but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates! Is this a Splash Mountain tribute in Magic Kingdom? The Internet can’t decide. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Well, it’s official — Voyage of the Little Mermaid is permanently closed in Disney World. We had suspected this was the case for some time (as it hasn’t actually been open for a few years now), but now the permanent closure has finally been confirmed. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney is going to introduce a NEW show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure” and is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Fall 2024. ©Disney It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” Nobody’s talking about this super WEIRD thing that happens at Hollywood Studios! EPCOT Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is still closed in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when it might reopen. Restaurant Marrakesh The restaurant is kind of open right now — it’s functioning as a lounge with just a couple of drink options. However, we’re still waiting for the full restaurant to reopen! A NEW Figment popcorn bucket is coming to EPCOT SOON! Disney World Hotels 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort At Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, 1900 Park Fare is a table service restaurant where you could meet characters like Mary Poppins and Alice in Wonderland at their Supercalifragilistic Breakfast and Cinderella and her Prince Charming during the Cinderella’s Happily Ever After Dinner. 1900 Park Fare They also had a special event for younger children called the Wonderland Tea Party. It’s sad to see a spot closed that had so much character interaction! Disney hasn’t announced a permanent closure, so there is hope for 1900 Park Fare. With 1900 Park Fare closed…you’ll need this SECRET spot to get afternoon tea in Disney World! Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort The Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is going to be closed from January 2024 to late March 2024. Fuentes del Morro pool During this time, Disney says that “guests are welcome to swim in any of the five leisure pools” at Caribbean Beach Resort. Doubloon Lagoon Pool at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter The Doubloon Lagoon Pool at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter will be closed from January 2024 to April 2024. Doubloon Lagoon If you’re staying at this hotel during the pool’s closure, you can still go swimming at the Ol’ Man Island Pool at Port Orleans Riverside. One of Disney World’s biggest hotel perks is back! Disney World Water Parks Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon is currently closed in Disney World, and the website does not yet list a reopening date. Typhoon Lagoon Entrance Disney World’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, however, is open! Click here to see the best rides at Blizzard Beach. Other Upcoming Closures Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — Temporarily Closing on January 16th Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will have a fairly short closure in January from the 16th through the 20th. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad This popular coaster in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland will reopen on January 21st. Disney Skyliner — Temporarily Closing on January 16th The Disney Skyliner is closing for its annual refurbishment starting on January 16th. The entire Skyliner will be closed from January 16th through the 21st, and service between Disney’s Riviera Resort and the International Gateway at EPCOT will stay closed through January 27th. Walt Disney World Skyliner Don’t worry — free bus service between the parks and hotels that usually are connected by the Skyliner will be provided. Frozen Ever After — Temporarily Closing on January 24th Frozen Ever After will be closed in EPCOT on January 24th. Anna and Kristoff The good news is that this is a very short closure — the Frozen ride should reopen on January 25th. Be on the lookout for these closures in Disney World when it’s cold outside! Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides: 10 Rides to AVOID in Disney World if You Struggle with Motion Sickness What It Takes to CHANGE a Disney World Ride 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! A FULL LIST of the Thrill Rides in Disney World! The Ultimate Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Click here to check out more upcoming closures and current construction projects at Disney World. 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 Are you visiting Disney World this week? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 Popular Disney World Rides CLOSE This Week for LONG Refurbishments first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ahhh…the holiday season is finally over in Disney World and you have room to breathe again in the parks, right? WRONG. Recent crowds Despite lower Genie+ prices, Disney World has actually gotten busier after the holidays according to the wait times! We’ve seen some astronomically high wait times this week and park passes have been selling out. Which rides should you watch out for? That’s what we’re going to look at today! Below, we will show you the average wait times from every attraction in Disney World over the past week. Note that wait times skyrocketed at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster this week right before the ride is set to close for a lengthy refurbishment. Learn more about the closure here. Magic Kingdom Starting in Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time of 109 minutes. Last week, the average wait time was 83 minutes, so the average has increased significantly since then. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Next, Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 84 minutes, Space Mountain averaged 91 minutes, Jingle Cruise averaged 67 minutes, and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 66 minutes. Average wait times held Haunted Mansion at 60 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 49 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 45 minutes, Enchanted Tales with Belle at 43 minutes, followed by Astro Orbiter and Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 39 minutes. Big Thunder After that, “it’s a small world” averaged 33 minutes, Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini averaged 33 minutes, Tomorrowland Speedway averaged 29 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant averaged 28 minutes, Magic Carpets of Aladdin averaged 25 minutes, Mad Tea Party averaged 20 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover averaged 18 minutes, and Mickey’s PhilharMagic averaged 17 minutes. Magic Carpets Prince Charming Regal Carrousel averaged 15 minutes, Enchanted Tiki Room averaged 10 minutes, and other attractions like Hall of Presidents, Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, Carousel of Progress, and Liberty Square Riverboat all tied at 5-minute average wait times. Mickey’s PhilharMagic The Country Bear Jamboree averaged a 14-minute wait, and Tom Sawyer Island was a walk-on this week. Don’t Make This DISASTROUS Magic Kingdom Mistake in 2024 EPCOT Heading over to EPCOT, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure took the top spot for the highest average wait time with 127 minutes, which was an increase from last week’s 90-minute average. Then, Frozen Ever After had an average wait time of 98 minutes. This is an increase from last week’s 75-minute average, but another ride took the 2nd highest spot this week. Spaceship Earth That is Test Track which had a 101-minute average wait time this week. Next up is Soarin’ at 69 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 51 minutes, Spaceship Earth at 34 minutes, The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 23 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 21 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 19 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour at 15 minutes, and Living with the Land at 14 minutes. Living with the Land Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. Disney Just DOUBLED the Annual Passholder Discount at a Popular EPCOT Restaurant Hollywood Studios Slinky Dog Dash increased this week from a 106-minute average to a 125-minute average. Rise of the Resistance is next in this park with 122 minutes, up quite a bit from 99 minutes last week. Hollywood Studios Other wait times in the park increased this week, including Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at 106 minutes, Tower of Terror at 97 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 94 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 79 minutes, and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 72 minutes. Alien Swirling Saucers After that, Alien Swirling Saucers averaged 42 minutes, Star Tours — The Adventure Continues averaged 31 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 15 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D averaged 10 minutes, and Walt Disney Presents averaged 8 minutes. MAJOR MENU CHANGE Hits Popular Disney’s Hollywood Studios Restaurant Animal Kingdom Now, let’s head over to Animal Kingdom! After reaching a 150-minute average last week, Avatar Flight of Passage is up to a 170-minute average this week making it the longest average in all of Disney World. Expedition Everest Following that, Na’vi River Journey at 92 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 65 minutes, Expedition Everest at 63 minutes, DINOSAUR at 43 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 9 minutes. It’s Tough To Be a Bug It’s Tough to Be a Bug averaged 14 minutes and TriceraTop Spin also averaged 14 minutes. Both The Boneyard and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail were walk-ons. REVIEW: We Found a DELICIOUS and FILLING Lunch in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for UNDER $10 Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! Why You Should Get a Disney Visa Card Before Your 2024 Disney World 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 How long would you wait for your favorite Disney World ride? Let us know in the comments! The post Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Wait Times Go UP 29% Before LENGTHY Closure in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, you might want to be sitting down for this because we’ve got one of the HOTTEST new souvenirs in Disney World to share with you. We know how much everyone loves Starbucks merchandise Alright, so we know you all love Starbucks merchandise, like the Been There mugs, the Geometric Tumblers, and all the Disney Parks Tumblers. Well, one of the MOST popular Starbucks souvenirs we’ve seen in a while is in Disney World right now, and it is an item that will sell out FAST. Do you remember the famous Magic Kingdom Starbucks Tote that practically EVERYONE owned and wore during the park’s 50th Anniversary celebration? When it first debuted in 2021, it never stayed in stock for long. People hunted this bag down and wore it with pride. It was a big deal — you had to be there. This thing was POPULAR! Well, now there’s a NEW Starbucks Magic Kingdom Tote, and this baby seems to be on everyone’s wish list right now. It has some of our favorite Magic Kingdom icons on it, like Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, Dole Whip, Tinker Bell, the Dapper Dans, and more. Just check it out! New Starbucks Tote Alert! Even the Happily Ever After fireworks and TRON Lightcycle / Run are represented on the bag. SO fun. And can we talk about those contrast tote bag handles? That shade of blue adds the perfect pop of color. All our favorite Magic Kingdom things So where did we find it? Well, we had to hunt it down, but we found it at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom right on Main Street, U.S.A. However, this bag literally sold out WHILE WE WERE TAKING PHOTOS OF IT. Now, we’re guessing more will eventually come back in stock, so if you’re headed to Disney World, keep an eye out so you can grab it the minute you see it! It’s $29.99. The good news is that these souvenirs DO generally get restocked, so more inventory is probably on the way. If all else fails, you can still get your hands on some fun Starbucks Disney World tumblers and mugs, as well as the Arendelle mug that’s also really popular. Starbucks Been There Series Arendelle Mug Stay tuned to DFB for more. Planning to pick this up in Disney World soon? We’ve got the perfect t-shirt for you to wear into the parks! Click here to check out our whole merch line! The 5 Best Trader Sam’s Tiki Mugs Disney Released in 2023 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this tote? Will you be trying to grab it in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post This New Magic Kingdom Starbucks Souvenir Is *Literally* Flying off the Shelves Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that one of the most iconic snacks in Disney World is Dole Whip. It’s a CLASSIC! Swirls on the Water Since 1984 (WOW can you believe it’s been that long?), Disney World has been serving up Dole Whips in a variety of flavors, and there is pretty much a flavor for EVERYONE. Of course, we have our favorites (and we bet you have yours). This is also why we LOVE Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs because there is ALWAYS a new Dole Whip snack to try…or even a SAMPLER of Dole Whips. So come with us while we try FIVE Dole Whip snacks for, well, SCIENCE. First, we’re starting with the Dole Whip Sampler, which gives you THREE (count ’em!) samples of Dole Whip combinations for $7.49 (a steal, if you ask us). Look at all those beautiful colors, too! Who’s ready to dive in? Dole Whip Sampler The first combo we sampled was Dole Whip Cherry and Dole Whip Lime with Strawberry Boba Pearls and a Marschino Cherry. This is a winning combo. The cherry is more like a black cherry taste, so you’re getting a hint of bitterness with the kick and tartness of the lime. Cherry and Lime! However, although the description mentions boba pearls, ours didn’t have any, so we’re not sure what happened there. Yum Next up is the Dole Whip Lemon with Pink Cotton Candy Soft-Serve, Lemon Curd, and Cotton Candy. The lemon and cotton candy flavors work surprisingly well together, and we’re surprised at just how good the Cotton Candy Soft Serve really is. However, that particular Soft Serve melts SUPER quickly. Eat fast or bring napkins! Lemon and Cotton Candy The lemon curd adds a nice extra zesty punch to the whole thing. This one is ANOTHER win for us. The lemon curd is SO good The third sample was Dole Whip Pineapple (A CLASSIC) with Vanilla Soft-serve and a Pineapple Wedge. It’s a pretty standard Dole Whip, but if you love a classic Dole Whip, this will please you. Pineapple and Vanilla This one is generally included with all the flights here, probably because it’s a solid choice. A classic! But, hey, we’re just getting started. We’re also trying The Little Mermaid Float for $6.49, which is Dole Whip Cherry and Lime swirled into Sprite with Strawberry Boba Pearls, Rock Candy, Seashells, and an edible Ariel round. The Little Mermaid Float Yes, we’re doing cherry and lime again, and we’re here for it. Again, that hint of bitterness with the tang of the lime is a win-win. Love this flavor combo The addition of the Sprite and Boba Pearls makes it feel almost like a holiday punch drink, and we’re not complaining about it. But we’re STILL not done. We’ve got one more Dole Whip treat to go. This one is the Rapunzel Cone, which we’ve had before, but it’s changed a little bit. Previously, it was made with Dole Whip Lemon and Dole Whip Raspberry swirled in a lavender cone, topped with sugar flowers. Now, it’s made with Dole Whip Lemon swirled with Cotton Candy Soft-serve in a Lavender Cone with Sugar Flowers. 2024 Rapunzel Cone We’ll be honest: we like this version better! The cotton candy flavor really adds some much-needed sweetness to counter the zing of the lemon. It’s a better balance of flavors, in our opinion. Biting into the cone at the top, it tastes like chocolate with standard sprinkles. This is the treat you get when you want to add some new content to your Instagram account because if you’re just after these flavors, they’re also available in the Sampler — minus all these fun decorations. It’s even better now! So there you have it. Five Dole Whips in one day. What were we thinking? But we have ZERO regrets. If any of these sound good, grab them at Swirls on the Water before they change. 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! Stay tuned to DFB for more reviews. 10 Dole Whip Flavor Combos You Need to Try in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Dole Whip combo or snack? Let us know in the comments! The post MEGA REVIEW: There Are 3 NEW Dole Whip Treats in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning a trip to Disney World in 2024? TRON Lighting Lane You’re probably trying to work up your budget if you are, and that might include the price of Genie+ (which is hard to predict because of its surge pricing). You might even have some rides on your priority list that you’re willing to pay EXTRA for with the Individual Lightning Lane. But which rides will even have Individual Lightning Lane in 2024? Here’s what we know. Okay, first, we’re going to break down how Lightning Lanes work. Basically, if you want to skip the standby lines of rides and go in the shorter Lightning Lanes, you’ll need to either purchase Genie+ or the Individual Lightning Lane for that ride. Although Genie+ includes a LOT of rides, some of the more in-demand rides have the Individual Lightning Lane option, which means you have to pay JUST for that ride. ©Disney Are you confused yet? Individual Lightning Lane rides are not included in Genie+, but have their own separate thing, so to speak. You do NOT need to purchase Genie+ to purchase an Individual Lightning Lane because the Individual Lightning Lane is its own thing. Whew…that’s so hard to explain, but we hope you get the gist of it. ©Disney Right now, select rides have the Individual Lightning Lane option, but we think this could change — at least a little — in 2024. So here’s what we think: Magic Kingdom So you can only buy two Individual Lightning Lanes per day in Disney World. Right now, the two rides in Magic Kingdom with the option are Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Tron Lightcycle / Run. However, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is supposed to open in late 2024, and being that it will be a NEW attraction, we expect it to have both a virtual queue and Individual Lightning Lane option, which is standard for most new Disney World attractions. Construction on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure So what do we think? We think Seven Dwarfs Mine Train will probably move over to become part of Genie+ (meaning you’ll only need to purchase Genie+ to get in the Lightning Lane there), while Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Tron Lightcycle / Run will have the Individual Lightning Lane option. This makes sense because of the three rides, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train will be the oldest. The Cheapest Hotel Room You Can Get and Still Walk to Magic Kingdom EPCOT There’s currently only one EPCOT attraction with the Individual Lightning Lane option and that’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. This ride is still one of the HOTTEST in Disney World, so we don’t expect demand to die out anytime soon. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind So we’re thinking Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will continue to have the Individual Lightning Lane option. However, you can also still try to grab a spot in the virtual queue for the ride for free. How to Get on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — Tips and Tricks Disney’s Hollywood Studios Like EPCOT, only one ride offers the Individual Lightning Lane option at Disney World. That’s Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. As we expect Disney to keep at least one Individual Lightning Lane option in each park, we don’t expect this to change this year. Rise of the Resistance So expect to continue to pay for that Individual Lightning Lane if you want to get captured by the First Order and rescued by the Resistance. How To Get On Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance — Tips and Tricks Disney’s Animal Kingdom Like EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, only one ride in Animal Kingdom offers Individual Lightning Lane, and we’re going to tell you now — you’re going to need it. That ride is Avatar Flight of Passage and it generally has the longest lines in ALL of Disney World. Even on slow days, we’ve seen wait times of HOURS for this ride. This guy is going to put you on the back of a banshee We don’t expect Disney to drop the Individual Lightning Lane option for Flight of Passage anytime soon, so expect to pay for that one separately. Why People Can’t Stop Riding Flight of Passage in Disney World Pricing As far as pricing goes, like Genie+, the cost of the Individual Lightning Lane option depends on demand. In the past we’ve seen the following pricing: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train – $10 – $12 per person AVATAR Flight of Passage — $11 – $16 per person Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance – $15 – $25 per person Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — $14 – 17 per person TRON Lightcycle / Run — $20 per person TRON Lightcycle / Run We don’t have an idea yet of what Disney might charge for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, but we could guess it could be as much as $25 per person, the highest we’ve seen for an Individual Lightning Lane. Read more about Individual Lighting Lane Attraction Selections Of course, things could change (as they often do in Disney World), but given what we know from what Disney has done in the past, we think these are all the rides that will be offered with the Individual Lightning Lane option. If something changes, though, we’ll be sure to let you know, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Tap Point for Lightning Lane entrance for Cosmic Rewind Whew. We know that planning a Disney World trip is A LOT. And this Genie+ thing can be so confusing – which is why we bring you posts like this so often. But we’ve also put together a complete guide in ebook format that gives you all of the info you need, all in one place! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. What Happens When the Ride You PAID for is Closed in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What rides with the Individual Lightning Lane option do you think are worth paying for in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Every Disney World Ride That Will Have an Individual Lightning Lane in 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ever take an embarrassing amount of photos, only to realize that your finger was blocking a part of the camera lens? That’s the WORST, right? Especially when you’re trying to quickly snap family photos in Disney World before your family runs away (because “the sun is in their eyes” ). If only there was a professional you could ask! Toy Story Land Um, actually, there is! Disney offers a special service called Capture Your Moment, which gets you a 20-minute private photo session with a Disney PhotoPass photographer. It’s not cheap, but if you want quality, professional photos, this might be your best bet. Now, a NEW location has been added to Disney’s Capture Your Moment service — let’s take a look! Back in 2022, Disney announced that its Capture Your Moment service would be added to Hollywood Studios. When the service first launched in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you could choose to have your photo taken at Hollywood Boulevard, Echo Lake, Sunset Boulevard, or “another beloved spot.” For a while, there was one notable exception — Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was NOT offered as an option. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Well, that rule is finally changing! Beginning January 17th, you can book a 20-minute session to have your photos taken by a PhotoPass Cast Member in Galaxy’s Edge. Photo sessions will be offered daily during regular park hours starting January 24th. You can reserve a session up to 60 days in advance. Disney also shared that a limited number of same-day reservations may be available. You can check the My Disney Experience app during your visit. ©Disney So, what’s included? During your session, a PhotoPass photographer will travel around Galaxy’s Edge with you, taking photos at iconic landmarks like the Millennium Falcon, a First Order Shuttle, the market in Black Spire Outpost, and more. Oh, and you can even snap a few photos with PROPS — like a lightsaber! ©Disney A Capture Your Moment photo session is $99 and can include up to eight people. Note that photos are NOT included with the price of a session. You can purchase Memory Maker separately or opt to purchase photos individually. Annual Passholders with the Disney PhotoPass downloads perk can also receive the photos for free. ©Disney So, who’s ready to dress like a Jedi and go take some pictures? In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Heads Up! A New CLOSURE Has Hit Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever paid for a Capture Your Moment session? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Is FINALLY Changing THIS Photoshoot Rule in Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s out with the old, and in with the new! How is it already 2024?! We’re officially a week in to 2024, and in just one week, we’re convinced that this year is going to be a great one in the Disney Parks. Why? Well, we got all sorts of GOOD omens this week. We’re here to spread the good word and tell you why the first week of 2024 was a GREAT one at Disney World. Let’s go! We’ll start off in EPCOT. What do you say? Festival of the Arts Booths Arrived! EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts is one of our most FAVORITE festivals of all. We adore all the color and cheer that it brings to the parks. Oh, and of course, the FOOD. Painted Panda Booth On January 4th, we noticed that food booths for the iconic festival had started to sneak into the parks. Ummmm, January 12th can’t get here fast enough. (That’s when the festival begins. EEEP!) Click here to see what else is new at EPCOT Now, let’s head to Disney Springs. The French Onion Soup Burger is BACK! Last year, we tried the French Onion Soup Burger from D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs. It’s delicious, but it naturally causes some serious bad breath. We think it’s totally worth it, though. French Onion Burger It’s officially back on the menu, so we packed some mints and went on our merry way. We encourage you to do the same. Click here to see what else is new in Disney Springs Genie+ Prices continue to fall!!!! Genie+ prices hit an all-time high at Disney World over the Christmas holidays, hitting $39 per person. Genie+ Despite high crowds, these prices have steadily been falling, eventually coming back down to $29. Click here to see what’s new at Magic Kingdom Of course, there are more super exciting things that take place every day at Disney World. You can check out all the good stuff by clicking through the links below. WHAT'S NEW AT DISNEY? Check out our daily updates on all the happenings around Disney World and Disneyland! Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Disney Hotels Disney Springs Disneyland We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along so that you never miss a thing. Click here to see more exciting things happening in 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 Which of these things do YOU find most exciting? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 Things at Disney World That Made the FIRST Week of 2024 a GREAT One first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We won’t lie — when we took the high-speed Brightline train from Orlando International Airport to Miami, it was a game-changer for us. Brightline train Imagine being able to get to some MAJOR cities in Florida without the hassle of driving OR flying. That means no traffic AND no hassle at the airport. Brightline is certainly trying to make that a reality, and it seems its next step could be a new route to Tampa. A new bill has just been introduced suggesting a Brightline route to Tampa. According to Fox35, a proposal has been filed by Florida Senate Transportation Chair Nick DiCeglie, requiring the Florida Department of Transportation to save a 44-foot-wide rail corridor along the I-4 corridor. This land would be used for a Brightline train from Orlando to Tampa. ©Brightline Under the proposal, the department would also have to consider infrastructure, including how bridge columns are spaced, as well as barriers that would separate the land set aside for the railway from the interstate. But it does seem like Florida is taking the next step forward in expanding Brightline’s service in the state. Miami Brightline Station Since the Miami to Orlando route opened, Brightline has continued to add more service between the two cities throughout the day. Brightline also recently announced plans to take its service to the West Coast with plans to connect Los Angeles to Las Vegas with high-speed rail. ©Brightline Although plans for a train station in Disney Springs on the Miami to Orlando route were scrapped, an alternative station NEAR Disney Springs is still being considered. A public input session was recently held with communities who might be affected by this new station and route, meaning that it could still move forward. Overall, most of the public feedback was positive. Onboard a Brightline train If you do plan on taking the Brightline train to Orlando International Airport and are traveling to Disney World, you will still need to make arrangements to get to the Disney World Resort from the airport. There are numerous options, though, including rideshare services and the shared shuttle service Mears Connect Driven By Sunshine. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more Brightline news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. FIRST LOOK at Brightline’s Major West Coast Expansion 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 taken the Brightline train yet? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A Proposal for Brightline Train Service to Tampa Could Soon Move Forward first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s weird that we talk about drinkware as much as we do on this blog, but hey, it’s all part of the job. EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion From recommending water bottles for Disney World to showcasing the latest souvenir sipper cups and Starbucks tumblers, drinkware is pretty popular. Now there’s a NEW souvenir cup to tell you about in Disney World — that this one is a gorgeous beer stein! If you’ve ever visited the Germany Pavilion in EPCOT, you may know that sometimes you can find beautiful souvenir steins at the beer and snack spots. Well, a NEW stein is now available, and it’s GORGEOUS. It looks like a traditional German stein you might find in…well…Germany! LOVE it! This stein has some things you might recognize right from EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion. Oh, and does that shape at the top look familiar? It’s a Mickey pretzel. We obviously approve of Disney food in the design. The phrase “Herzlich Willkommen” is on the front, which translates to something like “warm welcome.” Under that, it says “Germany.” The bottom has the EPCOT logo with “World Showcase” written around it. See the Mickey pretzel? The lid is designed to look like the Germany Pavilion’s clock tower. We LOVE all these little details. The top If you want to pick one up for yourself, you can find it in the Germany Pavilion at the Sommerfest, the Pretzel Cart, or Bierline. It comes with the choice of three different beers: Beck’s Pilsner for $19, Schöfferhofer Pink Grapefruit Hefeweizen for $20.25, or Schöfferhofer Pink Grapefruit Hefeweizen, or Warsteiner Dunkel for $20.75. If you do happen to visit Sommerfest, be sure to order the Pretzel Bread Pudding (you can thank us later). You can also grab a traditional Bratwurst there, too! We’ll keep an eye out for more fun and unique souvenirs in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Planning to pick this up in Disney World soon? We’ve got the perfect t-shirt for you to wear into the parks! Click here to check out our whole merch line! STOP Paying Full Price for Disney Souvenirs 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 souvenir to get in the Germany Pavilion? Let us know in the comments! The post EPCOT’s NEWEST Souvenir Just Arrived at the Germany Pavilion (And the Details Are PERFECT!) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The day has finally come when a popular Disney show is saying farewell. “it’s a small world” Disneyland Change is inevitable at the Disney Parks and Disneyland is no exception. Amid rumors of Disneyland expansion, the Anaheim-based park is about to close a popular experience for good. That’s right, “Tale of the Lion King” is ending after its final show tomorrow. “Tale of the Lion King” was confirmed to end its run on January 7th, 2024 last year by Disney after nearly two years of production at the Fantasyland Theatre between Mickey’s Toontown and “it’s a small world”. Tale of the Lion King The Disneyland show is/was a theater adaptation of Disney’s The Lion King (1994) performed by “The Storytellers of the Pride Lands.” The show hasn’t always been in its current form, as it premiered in 2019 at the Palisades Stage over at Disney California Adventure. However, in 2022 it moved over to Disneyland and featured new scenes, costume designs, music, and choreography that was inspired by the African roots of The Lion King. “Tale of the Lion King” when it was in Disney California Adventure If you want to see this show on its final day, you can stop by the physical theatre in Fantasyland or check the Disneyland app for showtimes. As of now, no permanent replacement has been made public for the theatre (the space will temporarily be used for “Celebrate Gospel” on February 17th and 24th, 2024). We’ll let you know when Disneyland announces future plans. Celebrate Gospel We’re sad to see this show go but still excited to see what Disneyland brings us next! We’ll be sure to keep you in the loop regarding all things Disneyland so be sure to follow us right here at DFB for all the latest! NEW Main Street, U.S.A., Addition Announced for Disney’s Pixar Fest 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 What type of show do you hope Disneyland replaces “Tale of the Lion King” with? Share your thoughts below! The post A Popular Disney Show CLOSES PERMANENTLY Tomorrow 😢 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Arts is set to kick off on January 12th, and we’re already daydreaming about all of the awesome eats we’ll get to try! EPCOT Festival of the Arts Each EPCOT festival comes with its own unique entertainment, atmosphere, and, of course, FOOD! And if you love trying out all the new offerings as much as we do, we’ve got great news — this year’s EPCOT Festival of the Arts Food Studios will feature a total of 26 NEW menu items for you to explore! Feeling hungry yet?? Then let’s dig in! We’ll start at The Craftsman’s Courtyard, located near the Creations Shop in World Celebration. Craftsman’s Courtyard This Food Studio will feature TWO new menu items this year — the Grilled Pork Belly with salsa verde, broccoli rabe, pickled peppers, and raclette cheese on grilled sourdough, and the Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak with caramelized onions and mushrooms, blue cheese fondue, and arugula on a grilled French roll. There Are TWO New Menu Items at The Craftsman’s Courtyard! ©Disney In the Morocco pavilion, the Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina booth is adding a new dessert option this year with a Chocolate Cake with pomegranate mousse and pomegranate whipped cream. Plus, for any mimosa fans looking for a fresh take on the classic, the new Chai Tea Mint Mimosa is made with Twinings Chai Tea, Key lime sparkling wine, and mint. ©Disney Another sweet treat is making its debut at the Vibrante & Vívido Encanto Cocina booth. Check out the gorgeous new Passion Fruit-filled Mango Cheesecake with coconut-pineapple cake, dragon fruit gelée, and dragon fruit-strawberry sauce! ©Disney In Canada, the Gourmet Landscapes booth will feature the new Verjus-roasted Beets with goat cheese, petite lettuce, blackberry gastrique, and spiced pecans. This is also one of the items included in this year’s Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine, so take note if you plan on participating! ©Disney The Deco Delights also has a new menu item that’s part of the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine. The Neapolitan Dessert Trio including a Chocolate tart, vanilla bean cheesecake, and strawberry mousse looks almost too pretty to eat! Emphasis on the “almost.” ©Disney Calling all Minnie Mouse fans! Or, should we say, Minnie Mousse. This year, Pop Eats is adding the ADORABLE Rock the Dots White Chocolate and Orange Mousse with vanilla bean chiffon cake. ©Disney When it comes to dining, the France Pavilion rarely disappoints. That’s why we’re thrilled to see FOUR new food items, plus a new cocktail coming to L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise! L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise 2023 Booth First, there’s the Saumon Fumé Mousse et Aspic, Blini et Fromage de Chevre, made with salmon mousse, smoked salmon, dill, and flaxseed biscuit, served cold. Plus, there’s the Vol-au-Vent de Saumon et Epinards, Sauce Chardonnay, a puff pastry with salmon and spinach, and a chardonnay-shallot sauce, served warm. Or if you’d rather try both of the salmon offerings, you can order the Duo de Saumon Hot and Cold. ©Disney You can round out your meal at L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise with a new dessert — the Moelleux aux Noisettes, Croustillant Noisettes, Coulis Framboise et Mangue, a molten Valrhona chocolate cake, with hazelnut crunch, and mango-raspberry coulis. And you can wash it all down with the new Elderflower Liqueur Cocktail, made with St. Germain Liqueur, sparkling wine, and mint. L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise Speaking of dessert, Swirled Showcase is adding two new sweet treats this year as well, starting with Cupcake Soft-Serve in a Waffle Cone. Or for even more flavors in the mix, try the Strawberry Fanta Float with cupcake soft-serve! 2023 Swirled Showcase Holiday Kitchen And, last but not least, the Funnel Cake Cart rounds out our list of new food items with the Crazy Chocolate Funnel Cake Sandwich, a mini funnel cake sandwich with vanilla ice cream, rainbow whipped cream, strawberry sauce, powdered sugar, and sprinkles. ©Disney On top of all the new food options, there are also TEN new beer and wine options being added across several Food Studios at this year’s festival! EPCOT Festival of the Arts Okay, now who’s ready for this year’s Festival of the Arts?! We’ll be there on the first day to try ALL the snacks from the Food Studios, so stay tuned to DFB to find out our favorites from this year! Disney Announces NEW Details About the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Arts MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FESTIVAL DAYS DFB's guide to the Festival of the Arts 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 colorful festival 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, artist meet-n-greets, festival exclusive merchandise, and more! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Festival of the Arts INFO! See the FULL LIST of Food Booths, Menus, and Photos from the 2023 Festival of the Arts Read ALL of Our Food Booth Reviews for the 2023 Festival See Our Review of the 2023 Food Challenge at the Festival Get a Full Look at the FIGMENT Merchandise That Was Available at the 2023 Festival Learn More About the Disney on Broadway Concert Series and Dining Packages Click HERE for All of the Latest News and Details About the Festival of the Arts! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Festival of the Arts news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What new menu item are you the most excited to try at this year’s Festival of the Arts? Share with us in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: 26 NEW Menu Items Will Be at the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Arts! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

PLEASE don’t pay full price for your Disney World vacation! There are usually a few different options for discounts on Disney World dining, tickets, or hotels, so it’s super important to check out all the deals because you could potentially save a TON of money on your next trip. Cinderella Castle In fact, Disney just came out with FIVE new Disney World discounts for 2024! Most of them are exclusive to a certain group of people, like Disney+ subscribers or Annual Passholders, but there’s at least one that applies to everyone. And if more than one deal applies to you, you can check them both out and see which one saves you the most! One of our best tips to help you save the MOST on your upcoming trip is to contact our friends over at Small World Vacations. The travel agents there can help you track down all the best discounts and deals, and their services are completely FREE! Now, let’s check out those discounts! Free Disney Dining Plan Deal for Disney+ Subscribers How about free food for your whole Disney World trip? Disney+ subscribers can get a FREE Disney Dining Plan if they book a minimum 4-night vacation package at a Disney World hotel! The package must be nondiscounted and include both a room at a Disney World hotel and Park Hopper tickets. Citricos This offer is valid for those traveling between July 1st, 2024, and September 30th, 2024. Although you must book for a minimum of four nights, this offer may be available for longer lengths of stay, according to Disney. Eight Spoon Café Depending on which resort you choose, you’ll either get the Standard Disney Dining Plan or the Quick Service Dining Plan for everyone in your room. Most Deluxe Disney World Resorts get you the Standard Plan, while Moderate and Value Resorts get you the Quick Service Plan. Learn more about this discount here! Disney World Hotel Discount This Disney World hotel discount is for everyone! You can save up to 35% on your Disney World hotel stay when you stay for at least five consecutive nights. If you have a shorter visit, you can still save up to 30%! Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney has said that the offer is valid for trips from July 8th through October 3rd, 2024, although “other savings may be available” for trips between March 25th and July 7th. View all the details for this offer here. Wilderness Lodge Note that only a limited number of rooms are available with this offer. The stay must be between one and 14 nights, and the deal only applies to consecutive-night stays. Additionally, you cannot combine this deal with any other discounts or promotions. Learn more about this discount here! Hotel Discount for Annual Passholders Disney World Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on their hotel stay on most nights from March 25th through July 7th, 2024. Walt Disney World Annual Pass You can book this offer online now, and then you must present your Annual Pass when you check in to your hotel. Annual Pass card Note that the following room types are excluded from this offer: Tower Studios at Disney’s Riviera Resort, Cabins at Cooper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Pool View at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter, Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, 3-Bedroom Grand Villas, and the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Learn more about this discount here! Hotel Discount for Florida Residents If you’re a Florida resident, you can save up to 30% on your Disney World Resort hotel stay! This deal is valid for trips most nights from March 25th through July 7th, 2024. Art of Animation Hotel With this discount, you can save 30% at most Deluxe hotels, 25% at most Moderate hotels, 20% at most Value hotels (including Disney’s Art of Animation Family Suites), and 10% at certain Deluxe Villas, Disney’s Port Orleans — French Quarter Resort, and Art of Animation Standard Rooms. Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited, so you’ll want to book quickly! You will be required to show proof of Florida residency when you check in. Learn more about this discount here! Ticket Discount for Canadian Residents There’s a deal for Florida residents, but there’s also an exclusive discount just for Canadian residents! Starting now, Canadian residents can save 20% on Disney World theme park tickets when they buy tickets for five days or longer. Disney World Theme Park Ticket Cards This deal is valid for date-based tickets between January 11th and September 28th, 2024. The discount is pretty good, too — with it, you can buy a five-day base ticket for less than the price of a four-day non-discounted base ticket! Scanning in! You will need to show proof of Canadian residency at a Disney World Resort theme park ticket window before you use the tickets for the first time. Learn more about this discount here! Our BEST tip for sticking with your budget at Disney World will forever be to plan ahead – especially for dining! When you buy our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World, you’ll get immediate access to our downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, as well as sample one-day dining itineraries! And as a DFB reader, you’re entitled to a discount! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off your purchase. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the newest Disney World discounts! Check out more Disney World DISCOUNTS 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 Are you going to Disney World in 2024? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 (!!) EXCLUSIVE NEW Disney World Discounts Announced for 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The past 25 years have turned up a LOT of interesting trends. ©Google It’s probably no secret that a lot of people are hitting up Google to search for things like Stanley Cups, Taylor Swift, and Barbie — just in 2023. But it might surprise you that some of your favorite celebrities have been searched so often that they’ve literally made Internet history. So, believe it or not, Google first opened its doors to the world 25 years ago. To celebrate, Google released its top searches for 2023 but also unveiled a video looking back over searches that have taken place throughout the past 25 years. That is a LOT of searches. For example, the most searched decade is the 80s, while the most searched toy is…you guessed it…Barbie! ©WB But what’s the most searched Movie Cast of the past 25 years? Well, that honor goes to the cast of the Harry Potter movies, which means the stars of the film franchise have made Internet history! Yes, there have been more searches for actors Daniel Radcliff, Emma Watson, Tom Felton, Rupert Grint, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, and other members of the Harry Potter cast than for any other movie cast IN history. ©WB If you’re curious about other Internet searches throughout history, the most searched songwriter in 25 years is Taylor Swift (are you surprised?). The most searched cartoon is Spongebob Squarepants. Marvel’s Spider-Man is the most searched superhero (go Spidey!). Curious for more? Watch the full video below.  We like to keep an eye on Google Trends, too, and we’ll let you know when we spot anything interesting when we see it. So stay tuned to DFB for more. Happy 25 Years, Google! The Biggest Trends You’ll See Taking Over Disney World This Year 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 something you’ve searched for on Google the most? Let us know in the comments! The post How Your Favorite Celebrities Just Made Internet HISTORY first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for it? Magic Kingdom It’s not every day we see celebrities walking amongst us non-multi-millionaires — especially in Disney World. For one thing, celebrities are often hidden by an entourage of bodyguards and Cast Members clad in plaid. And, of course, celebrities are busy people! Singers like Harry Styles and actors like Margot Robbie are too busy performing to take a weeklong trip to Disney World, right? Well, even celebs have days off. Especially if they’re visiting a loved one… OK, Swifties. Stay with us for a second. We’ve masterminded a scenario in which Taylor Swift could find herself INSIDE Disney World verrrry soon. What if we told you none of it was accidental, and it was all by design? ©TIME Here’s the situation. On February 4th, 2024, Travis Kelce will be in Orlando for the 2024 Pro Bowl. The NFL recently announced the full rosters for the Pro Bowl, and Travis Kelce, who happens to be dating Taylor Swift, will be in the game. For all you non-sports fans, the NFL touts the Pro Bowl as “a week-long celebration of player skills featuring an exciting new format that spotlights flag football.” ©NFL The event consists of a multi-day AFC vs. NFC competition, with the big game on Sunday, February 4th, 2024 at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando. Now, let’s put those puzzle pieces together, people. Travis Kelce, Orlando, (possibly) Taylor Swift, a multi-day event in sunny Florida…what are we thinking? Are we thinking this seems like the perfect opportunity for Taylor Swift to take a little trip to Disney World with her boyfriend? Yes, yes, we are. ©Getty Images Look at this! It’s a short 24 to 26-minute drive to Disney World from the stadium. Kelce can rope-drop Magic Kingdom, grab a Mickey bar, and be over to the stadium in no time! He seems like the type of guy that would enjoy a pair of Mickey ears and a churro, right? And wouldn’t Taylor look great in a matching pair of Minnie ears? ©Google Maps Of course, we’re just speculating here. But hey, if WE were rich and famous celebrities headed to Orlando, you might find us at the Grand Suite at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort…just saying. If you happen to be in Disney World during the Pro Bowl Games, keep your eyes peeled for Cast Members in plaid costumes and big, strong men who look like football players. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. The Hilarious Story of Taylor Swift and Her Cat Becoming People of the Year 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 a celebrity in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post 🚨ATTENTION SWIFTIES! 🚨 Guess Who Could Be in Orlando SOON?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article