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Change is in the air at the Walt Disney Company. ©Disney November 8th, 2023 brought the fourth quarter and final earnings call for the Walt Disney Company. Disney CEO Bob Iger has made it a priority to improve streaming platforms, including Disney+, and Hulu. And now, we have an update on some big changes coming for streaming. Disney previously announced that it would be buying out Comcast’s remaining stake in Hulu, making the streaming service completely Disney-owned. During Disney’s Q3 earnings call earlier this year, we learned that Disney would soon offer a “one-app experience” bringing Hulu content into the Disney+ app. And now, we have an update! ©Hulu Disney announced during the Q4 earnings call on November 8th that a beta version of Disney+ and Hulu bundled into one app will launch in December, with an official launch slated for early spring/March 2024. Disney shared it is trying to make more content available by bundling the two services. ©Disney CEO Bob Iger stated, “Just imagine the opportunities” regarding the new combo. He also said the company is “implementing stronger standards around account sharing.” Disney did recently begin cracking down on password sharing, but, they don’t expect to see how that will affect streaming revenue until 2025. ©Disney We know that streaming is Iger’s “number one priority” at the company, and during the earnings call he shared that throughout the year, there was a big increase in subscribers. The last quarter was a great one, with the addition of 7 million core Disney+ subscribers, and the addition of content like Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Elemental, and The Little Mermaid. ©Disney We’ll continue to keep an eye on more Disney news you need to know, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest. See What You Missed from the Earnings Call 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 Will you be using this bundle service? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Hulu and Disney+ CHANGES Announced for 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s that time of the year again when the Walt Disney Company gives its quarterly earnings report. ©MasterClass In these earnings calls, CEO Bob Iger and other Disney executives talk about how the company is performing financially and sometimes give us major updates on theme parks and other entertainment. Iger has made many changes since coming back to Disney in November 2022 including job cuts and restructuring of the company, and now the boomerang CEO has commented on another topic — the future of ESPN and linear networks. ESPN In the Q4 Earnings Call, Disney CEO Bob Iger introduced “four key building opportunities” for The Walt Disney Company “that will be central to [its] success.” One of those key points was “Building ESPN into the preeminent digital sports platform.” It seems clear that Disney has BIG plans for the future of ESPN. ©ESPN Disney stated that their future plans involve “taking ESPN, which is already the world’s leading sports brand, and turning it into the preeminent digital sports platform, allowing us to reach fans in compelling new ways and fully integrating key features into our primary ESPN offering.” One of the “compelling new ways” that Disney plans to reach fans is through ESPN Bet, which debuts on November 14th, 2023. ©ESPN The new sportsbook betting service is set to go live in 17 states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Not only that, but ESPN will now be using official odds provided by ESPN BET across editorial and other content — so expect to hear the name a lot more when you’re watching sports. ESPN Wide World of Sports About Disney’s plans for ESPN, Iger said, “We are already moving quickly down this path, and we are exploring strategic partnerships to help advance our efforts through marketing, technology, distribution, and additional content.” He continued, “As we continue to develop our streaming business, the continued strength of ESPN, relative to the backdrop of notable linear industry declines, demonstrates the value of sports and the power of the ESPN brand.” ESPN grew in revenue and operating income both in 2022 and in 2023, and it has recently had the best overall viewership in four years. In fact, Disney reports that viewership has been UP in all four quarters for ESPN. ©Disney Iger also noted in an interview with CNBC that ESPN streaming is still on target to launch by 2025. Later in the Earnings Call, Iger re-emphasized the importance and prominence of ESPN. He noted that ESPN is the number one brand on TikTok (overall — not just the number one sports brand or media brand), with 44 million followers. He said that Disney is excited about the brand’s growth so far and the huge amount of potential. Linear Networks Bob Iger also commented on linear networks, such as ABC. In July, Iger had an interview on “Squawk Box” where he discussed the possibility of Disney selling off TV assets including ABC network. Iger said these businesses “may not be core to Disney” and while it’s unclear exactly how this situation will be handled, it seems that changes are imminent. ©ABC Now, Iger has clarified this comment. In his interview with CNBC, Iger said (referring to the Squawk Box interview in July), “What I said in that interview is that we were considering a number of options and everything is on the table. We have been considering various options for each of our networks. While we’ve been taking a look at the linear networks, we’ve uncovered a number of ways to reduce costs.” Iger stated that Disnehy’s linear assets are still profitable and are in fact doing a little bit better now than expected. He said, “We are looking in an open-minded way, but that shouldn’t suggest that anything is imminent. We are very mindful of the value of these assets, but also mindful of the future.” It’s possible that Disney will scale back some linear networks rather than selling them completely. Iger said, “We have a lot of channels — I’ve argued for a long time possibly too many. We’re focused on fewer channels.” ABC Treat We’ll continue to keep you updated on any news that comes out of the earnings call, so stay tuned to DFB. NEWS: Disney Announces MAJOR Change for ESPN Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about this change? Let us know in the comments. The post Disney has HUGE Plans for ESPN first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This has been the year of BIG announcements from the Walt Disney Company–and now we just got even more! Cinderella Castle Disney has announced the opening of new lands at its parks, new character meet and greets, new movies, new hotels, and that they are planning on spending $60 billion on parks and entertainment in the next 10 years (double from the past 10 years). There have been TONS of changes happening to help the company. Now Disney has given us a glimpse into what’s really been going on for them financially– let’s check it out! On November 8th, 2023, Disney held their fourth-quarter earnings call which also included a look at the full fiscal year. At this earnings call, Disney shared some insight into all the financial happenings within the company. This gives us a peek ‘backstage’ of how things are going. During this final report of the year, we learned some very important details regarding the health of the company overall and its outlook as they enter the 2024 fiscal year. Overall Financial Results Overall, the Disney company reported the following results for Q4 of FY23 and for the fiscal year in general. Revenues for the quarter grew 5% and 7% compared to the prior year-quarter and prior year, respectively. The revenue for this past quarter was $21.2 billion, and $88.9 billion was the revenue total for the fiscal year. ©Disney Entertainment revenue was $9.5 billion this quarter, with direct-to-consumer business making up $5 billion of that total. The Parks, Experiences, and Products division pulled off a revenue of $8.1 billion, up from $7.2 billion the same quarter last year. Magic Kingdom But what portion of that revenue translates into income? For the Entertainment division, $236 million was the operating income for Q4 — a significant improvement from Q4 2022 where the income was a loss of $608 million. The company also let us in on how the Disney+ subscribers numbers were looking. Disney+ Subscribers These results are before the company began to lock down on subscribers sharing their accounts, so these numbers do not take that into consideration. We should begin to see the results of that lockdown in the Q1 of FY24 reporting. ©Disney Overall, the company saw 7 million new core Disney+ subscribers, which beat expectations and predictions for the year. With those subscriber results in mind, take a look at the financial status of Disney+ in general. Disney+ Financial Status Disney+ had previously seen an overall increase in revenue from Disney+. It’s important to note that the current deal in the works between Disney Hotstar and Reliance Industries to sell all of its Indian operations is also happening past the deadline of FY23, so those numbers are not part of these results. ©Disney According to the Q4 earnings report, Disney+ revenue saw an overall increase of 3% from Q3, growing from $7.31 billion to $7.5 billion. The report shared that this was due to higher advertising revenue. The company also shared that the Disney+ Hotstar average monthly revenue per paid subscriber increased from $0.59 to $0.70 due to a lower mix of wholesale subscribers and higher advertising revenue. ©Disney After Disney’s recent acquisition of Hulu, average monthly revenue per paid subscriber decreased from $12.39 to $12.11, and and Hulu Live TV average monthly revenue per paid subscriber decreased from $91.80 to $90.08 primarily due to lower advertising revenue. Theme Park Updates As stated previously, Disney has plans to invest $60 billion into its theme parks and entertainment division. We generally see the theme parks being the highest source of revenue, and this quarter showed similar results, no doubt thanks to Disney celebrating both the 50th Anniversary in Disney World and the 100th Anniversary in both Disneyland and Disney World. Cinderella Castle Compared to 2022, Parks and Experiences saw a revenue increase of 7%. Park revenue increased from $5,010 million to $5,384 million. ©Disney This year has not looked great for the Walt Disney Company’s stock prices, but hopefully, these are more promising results that can help turn things around for the company. Those are the key updates from the results but we will continue to update this post with more details. Check back for updates! Be sure to keep following the Disney Food Blog! 17 Critical Dates For Disney World Fans 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. 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Disney released its latest earnings report for the final quarter of 2023. It’s been a rollercoaster of a year, with TONS of big announcements, price increases, and leadership changes across the board. Disney World The Q4 earnings report gave us a look at how the company is doing in terms of general revenue, streaming, and more. We also learned how the Disney Parks have been doing financially, and it looks like Disney Parks are generally doing pretty well, with a couple of exceptions. Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products revenues for the quarter increased overall by 13% from $7.253 billion in the same quarter last year to $8.16 billion this quarter. The segment operating income (the difference between segment net revenue and the sum of operating expenses and segment revenue) decreased 31% from $1.342 billion in 2022 to $1.759 billion this quarter. ©Disney Although Disney saw an increase in revenue at both domestic and international parks, the increase was significantly higher at the international parks. Disney attributes the growth to a few specific factors: An increase in spending at Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort due to ticket price increases along with increased attendance at both parks. ©Hong Kong Disneyland The Florida Disney theme parks, by contrast, aren’t seeing the growth that investors were hoping for. In an interview with CNBC, Bob Iger noted that “blips come and go,” and he compared the downturn at the Florida theme parks to the downturn in tourism after the 2001 terrorist attack. Cinderella Castle In its earnings report, Disney stated that the lower financial results from the Florida theme parks were due to “accelerated depreciation related to the closure of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” and “lower guest spending driven by a decrease in average daily hotel room rates.” Without the Star Wars hotel and with more hotel discounts, it seems that Disney World isn’t making as much money as expected. The Star Wars hotel caused quite a few problems for Disney, beginning with some negative publicity once the pricing was released and was much higher than some guests were anticipating. Star Wars Hotel Disney executive Josh D’Amaro shared some details about why the Starcruiser failed and how it will affect The Walt Disney Company in an interview earlier this year. He said that the Galactic Starcruise hotel is “a pretty stunning asset.” He said, “It’s essentially a spaceship that guests board, themed out to feel exactly like Star Wars. Our Imagineers did an incredible job pulling this asset together, and our guests gave it very high ratings.” Despite those high ratings, however, D’Amaro said, “It didn’t perform exactly like we wanted it to perform, so we decided that we’re going to sunset this in September.” Why the Star Wars Hotel Closed in Disney World Iger was also asked about the $60 billion investment that Disney plans to make in its theme parks. He said, “If you look at our track record, it’s been stellar in terms of invested capital over the past 10 years. The investments have paid for themselves.” He went on to say, “We felt that in looking at the results of the parks, since the returns have been so good, why not invest more.” DinoLand USA Expansion Although growth in Florida was lower than expected, Disney noted that they were pleased with results at the Disney Cruise Line, which saw growth due to “increases in passenger cruise days and average ticket prices.” Disney Wish They also stated that Disney Vacation Club saw an increase in sales with the addition of the new The Villas at Disneyland Hotel in Disneyland. New Villas Disneyland overall saw more growth than Disney World, which Disney attributes to “higher attendance, increased in guest spending primarily due to higher average ticket prices, and higher costs due to inflation.” Disneyland We’ll be covering even more details about the Disney Q4 earnings call, so stay tuned to DFB for more! NEWS: An Exclusive Hotel Perk Is Returning 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 planning a trip to Disney World next year? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Blames Star Wars Hotel for Disappointing Financial Results in Florida first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

And here we are. The LAST quarterly earnings call of 2023. Disney World November 8th marked the fourth quarter earnings call of 2023, where we learned where Disney stood financially on many fronts, as well as what the company expects for 2024. Throughout 2023, Disney CEO Bob Iger has shared the company’s vast efforts to improve streaming platforms, including Disney+, and that the company believes that the streaming industry is where the future success of the company lies. Now, at the end of the year, Iger has shared updates on what is to come. Well, things are looking positive! According to Bob Iger, Disney+ subscriber growth throughout the past quarter and 2023 as a whole beat estimates. ©MasterClass What’s even better is that if the trend continues, the streaming business will reach profitability in the fourth quarter of 2024. ©Disney Iger shared that throughout the year, there was a big increase in subscribers. The last quarter was a great one, with the addition of 7 million core Disney+ subscribers, and the addition of content like Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Elemental, and The Little Mermaid. ©Disney As far as Disney’s acquisition of Hulu, Iger shared, “The floor price is public and stated. We will be writing a check for them. There will be an evaluation process — we expect it to be fair and we’re not concerned about the price we’ll be paying.” ©Hulu He further went on to share that in December, a beta version of the combined Hulu and Disney+ app will be tested. This is expected to create more engagement that will not only appeal to advertisers, but is expected to reduce the cost of customer acquisition and “decrease churn.” Magic Kingdom As far as ad-supported streaming tiers, Iger said that he believed advertiser-supported streaming services will be important growth initiatives for the company. Disney+ has even implemented some advertiser-targeting tools. Advertising is cup overall for the company! ©Disney Wow! Well done, Disney! We’re looking forward to what 2024 will bring. We’ll continue to keep you updated with all things Disney news, so make sure to follow along so that you don’t miss a thing. Looking for more BIG Disney streaming news? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of the Disney+ news? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS on Bob Iger’s Number One Priority at Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Get ready to jingle all the way down Sunset Boulevard, because the holidays have arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We’ve seen bits and pieces of decor pop up here and there, but it’s not officially the holiday season in this park until one very important decoration goes up. Well, friends, we’re happy to report that the time has finally come — come check it out with us! If you ask us, it’s not really Christmas at Hollywood Studios until the tree goes up around Echo Lake! We had already seen some glitz and glam lining Sunset Boulevard with garland, lights, wreaths, and more… Ta-da! …but we had been waiting to see this masterpiece make its way to the park too. Check it out in all its glory! It’s here! We love the look of all the ornaments in the lake as well — and of course, Dinosaur Gertie is wearing that iconic Santa Hat as well. The tree decor is classic and is covered in silver garland, candy canes, and multicolored baubles. It’s topped off with a silver star and looks oh so festive. Hey there, Gertie! We’re expecting lots more festive decorations in this park soon. The first official Jollywood Nights party is November 11th (the party is sold out, but a few other dates are still available) and that will bring a whole lot of festive fun to Hollywood Studios! ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for the latest holiday happenings from around Disney World! Click Here To Learn About Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite part of Disney World during the holidays? Tell us in the comments. The post ALERT! The HUGE Christmas Tree ARRIVED in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Let’s face it, getting to the Disney Parks for the premiere of a new show or attraction can be challenging. Disneyland With Disneyland Resort possibly undergoing expansion in the coming years, theme park enthusiasts will want to make their way out to Anaheim to experience the resort’s new offerings. Disneyland’s latest attraction, however, is about to open and will surely be a huge hit with Disneyland guests. If you can’t make it out in time for the big opening, DON’T WORRY! Disney has you covered with a full tour of this brand-new addition to Adventureland! Slated to open on November 10th to the general public, Adventureland Treehouse is finally opening after being in development for over two years. Disney recently released a video of a full nighttime walkthrough of the treehouse, and we have to say — based on the first look, this attraction was definitely worth the wait. Replacing Tarzan’s Treehouse, which had been the treehouse design since 1999, Adventureland Treehouse is returning to its roots (pun intended) by paying homage to the original Swiss Family Treehouse, which initially opened in 1962. Adventureland Treehouse Referred to by Disney as “an oasis among the trees,” Adventureland Treehouse will take you on an adventure up wood rope stairways into areas crafted from household objects and natural resources. You’ll come across rooms inspired by each Swiss Family Robinson member — the mother’s music den, the sons’ nature room, the daughter’s astronomy loft, and the father’s art studio with hand-drawn sketches and paintings of each room. ©Disney You’ll also come across the family’s kitchen, dining room, and iconic waterwheel, which generates energy to power the family’s gadgets and inventions! ©Disney The treehouse also boasts some new impressive animatronics. Be sure to wave to Jane the ostrich, who is sure to become a new celebrity at Disneyland! ©Disney Check out the full tour below! We think the Adventureland Treehouse theming looks amazing and can’t wait to walk through it ourselves! Until then, keep it right here at DFB for all the latest Disneyland news! Do You Qualify to Experience the NEW Disney Adventureland Treehouse Attraction FIRST? 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 Is Adventureland Treehouse at the top of your itinerary list for your next Disneyland trip? Let us know in the comments! The post SNEAK PEEK: Disney Shared a COMPLETE Nighttime Tour of Its NEW Attraction first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been talking a lot about Christmas and holidays recently. Christmas is officially in Disney World! But we shouldn’t get ahead of ourselves too much. As many people like to remember, there is still another holiday BEFORE Christmas (even if we just want to put up our trees and sing carols). Thanksgiving is celebrated in America in November, and while it’s not as big of a celebration as the other winter holidays, many do partake in turkey day. One snack company is here to remind us about the season of thanks! Baskin-Robbins is a highly enjoyed ice cream shop around the U.S. that is known for its delicious and fun flavors. ©Baskin-Robbins This year, the ice cream shop is making sure we don’t forget about Thanksgiving by giving us a turkey dinner-flavored ice cream! But don’t worry, there is NO turkey flavor involved. ©Baskin-Robbins The new November flavor of the month is called ‘Turkey Day Fixins,’ and it includes flavors of honey cornbread, spiced sweet potato, and Ocean Spray Cranberry. Long gone are the leftover Thanksgiving sandwiches; now we have Thanksgiving ice cream! The company is also bringing back their Turkey Cake–which looks just like a whole turkey. Luckily, no turkey was used to make this replica cake, either. Instead, sweet sugar cones and a caramel praline glaze finish this sponge ice cream cake. ©Baskin-Robbins But Baskin-Robins isn’t the only ice cream company to create unique flavors! In fact, we’ve seen and tried some interesting ice cream at Salt & Straw in Disney Springs, too, like the Chocolate Potato Salad Ice Cream or the Caramelized Turkey and Cranberry Sauce ice cream. Turns out buttery, salty ice cream made to taste like a Parker House roll is more common than you might think! Chocolate Potato Salad Ice Cream We’re not quite sure how to feel about these Thanksgiving treats; they are certainly creative! Stop by your local Baskin-Robins to sample them today. In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for more fun, holiday news! How You Should Spend Your Money in 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 Would you try this new ice cream flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post Thanksgiving Dinner Ice Cream Really Exists — We’re Not Kidding!😳 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you enjoy seeing works of edible art? Disney’s Beach Club Resort If you do, you’ll certainly want to visit Disney World during the holiday season. Why? That’s when many of Disney World’s resorts set up their gingerbread houses, including a giant one that goes up every year at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, which recently opened. Now, ANOTHER gingerbread house has opened in Disney World, so let’s go check it out! Let’s head on over to Disney’s Beach Club Resort to check out the gingerbread display there! So this one isn’t a gingerbread HOUSE — it’s a gingerbread CAROUSEL. Yep, they’ve built an actual carousel out of gingerbread at Disney’s Beach Club. But this year’s carousel is Ducktales-themed. Woo-oo! Yes, we’re singing the Ducktales theme song RIGHT NOW. The carousel You’ll spot some familiar faces, like Huey, Dewey, and Louie riding the horses on this carousel. You’ll spot some familiar faces The top of the carousel features Spaceship Earth and the EPCOT and DuckTales logo. In case you missed it, there’s a fun interactive Ducktales game you can play in EPCOT. It’s inspired by EPCOT’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure The game is called DuckTales World Showcase Adventure, and that’s REALLY what the theme of the gingerbread carousel is all about. Woo-oo! The carousel also features flags from around the world, and keep an eye out for more familiar characters — we see you, Scrooge McDuck! We spot Scrooge! The horses represent different country pavilions in EPCOT. Look at how beautiful the Mexico-inspired horse is. Y’all. This is EDIBLE. If you’re a numbers person, there’s a scroll detailing just how many ingredients it took to put this thing together. Yes, this will BLOW your mind. Also, be sure to find the 23 hidden Mickeys! A LOT of ingredients The pop-up holiday treats shop at Disney’s Beach Club is also open now. Buy holiday goodies here! We’ll be sharing more details as we review some of the yummy treats available there! We’re checking out the snacks, too! We’ll keep an eye out for more holiday happenings throughout Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Yep, We’re Actually Telling You to EAT an Ornament in Disney World DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite gingerbread display in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post We Just Found a NEW Reason to Visit Disney’s Beach Club Hotel! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re starting to feel the stress of the holiday season, with travel to plan, presents to buy, treats to bake, and decorations to put up. You know what sounds really good right about now? An escape! How about a trip to Disney World? Even better — how about a FREE trip to Disney World? Cinderella Castle “Keep dreaming,” you might say. Well, we can at least try! We’ve rounded up a few sweepstakes going on right now, all of which are offering a FREE Disney World trip to the winners. Let’s take a look at all of the sweepstakes. Disney Wish Together Sweepstakes The Sweepstakes: Celebrating Disney’s Wish Movie This sweepstakes is to celebrate Disney’s upcoming Wish movie, which debuts on November 22nd. ©Disney Entry is absolutely FREE, and for every entry received now through January 31st, 2024, Disney will donate $5 to Make-A-Wish, up to $1 million. The Prize: Disney Cruise and Walt Disney World Vacation One Club Level Concierge in a Disney Deluxe Resort room for up to four persons at a Walt Disney World Resort for three nights prior to the ship’s departure Up to 4-Day Theme Park Tickets with Park Hopper Option One Walt Disney World VIP Tour Guide for up to eight consecutive hours One 4-night cruise from Port Canaveral on the Disney Wish for up to 4 persons (one Concierge 1-bedroom Suite with Verandah) All meals onboard the Disney Wish (excluding specialty dining) Pre-paid onboard gratuities for the stateroom host/hostess, dining room server, assistant server, and head server Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses (as defined on the Disney Cruise Line website) One $1,000 Disney Gift Card If the Winner resides outside a 250-mile radius of Orlando, FL: Up to four roundtrip coach airfares between the major U.S. gateway airport closest to the Winner’s residence and Orlando International Airport in Orlando, FL Ground transportation for up to four persons or voucher for local ground transportation service from Orlando International Airport to the Walt Disney World Resort Plus an Amazing Prize Pack: Jakks Singing Valentino LEGO King Magnifico Castle Mattel Asha Doll Mattel UNO Daylight Jakks Wish Petite Doll Set Jakks Star Necklace A new Wish book from Disney Publishing Worldwide Just Play Doorables Wish Collector Pack ©Disney In total, this prize is worth over $42,000. The Deadline The Wish Together Sweepstakes runs from October 4th, 2023, until January 31st, 2024, at 11:59PT. One entry per person is allowed per day and you must be able to travel May 3rd, 2024, through May 10, 2024, or August 23rd, 2024, through August 30th, 2024. Click here to enter! Disney Imagination Campus Teachers Sweepstakes The Sweepstakes: Celebrating National Teacher Appreciation Week To celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, Disney is giving eligible teachers an opportunity to enter to win a 4-day, 3-night stay at Disney World and experience exclusive insights into Disney Imagination Campus while networking with the other winners. ©Disney The Prize: Free Disney World Vacation Twelve prize winners will receive a vacation package consisting of the following: A 4-day, 3-night Walt Disney World Resort vacation package for each Winner and up to one guest (at least 14 years old) chosen by the Winner (Winner and guest together, the “Group”), that includes: One round-trip coach class air transportation between the major United States gateway airport closest to the Winner’s residence and Orlando International Airport Up to two round-trip ground transfers for the Group between the Arrival Airport and Walt Disney World Resort Hotel accommodations for the Group (one standard room/quad occupancy, including room tax, subject to certain room availability) for three consecutive nights at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel selected by Sponsor in its sole discretion Up to two 3-day Theme Park Tickets with Park Hopper Option (subject to restrictions) One $200 Disney Gift Card (terms and conditions apply) (for winner only) Access for the Group to the Disney Imagination Campus celebration event to be held May 3rd, 2024, Check issued to Winner to cover a portion of the taxes, in the amount of $1,500 EPCOT The prize is valued at about $4,500. The Deadline Eligible teachers are able to enter the sweepstakes now through January 13th, 2024. Entries for the giveaway are submitted here and are open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (D.C.). Eligible contestants must be 21 years or older, and a teacher, along with meeting the other eligibility criteria on the official website. You must travel on May 2nd, 2024, and return on May 5th, 2024. Click here to enter! Impossible Back to the Magic Sweepstakes The Sweepstakes: Impossible Back to the Magic This sweepstakes is being offered by Impossible, which is the official plant-based burger partner of Disney World. ©Impossible The Prize: Free Disney World Vacation The Grand Prize winner will receive a 5-Day/4-Night vacation package for themselves and up to three guests. Here’s what’s included: up to four round-trip, coach-class airfares for the Group from a major airport nearest the winner’s residence to Orlando, Florida airport (“Arrival Airport”) one $1,600 Disney Gift Card for meal allowances four consecutive nights’ accommodations in a Walt Disney World Resort hotel for the Group (standard room; quad occupancy) up to four 4-Day Walt Disney World theme park tickets with Park Hopper Option one (1) $200 prepaid card for ground transportation The prize is valued at about $15,500. The Deadline Travel/lodging for the Vacation Package must be booked at least forty-five (45) days prior to the intended travel dates and must be completed by October 15th, 2024. Animal Kingdom The sweepstakes is active now and ends on December 10th, 2023, at 11:59PM ET How to Enter To enter, you must purchase an Impossible product, either in-store or online, from one of these locations: Amazon Fresh, Walmart, Target, Kroger, or Instacart. (See a list of qualifying products here.) Keep your receipt. Delivery! Take a picture of your receipt (make sure it’s clear and legible and displays the purchase date and time, the qualifying purchase, the price, and the total amount sent) and upload it as one of the following file types: .gif, .png, .jpg, or .pdf. Head to the Impossible Sweepstakes site, fill out the registration form, and upload the image of your receipt there. Each receipt can only be uploaded once, but you can enter up to six times in total (with different receipts). Click here to enter! Some Disney sweepstakes allow you to enter multiple times, so be sure to get all of your entries in before the deadlines. We’ve got our fingers crossed for ya! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on the latest Disney news. Click here to find out how you could get FREE french fries at McDonald’s! 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 soon? Let us know in the comments. The post 3 Ways To Win a FREE Trip to Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Around here, we give Black Friday just as much hype as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Disney merchandise Yep, we just love a good deal THAT much. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or for all your loved ones this year, we’ve been keeping an eye on all the BEST deals that are coming up — especially ones that involve DISNEY. If you’re on the hunt for some Black Friday Disney deals, you are in the right place! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Star Wars Grogu Toy ©Walmart This Grogu toy actually moves and makes sounds! It could be great for the Star Wars-loving kiddo in your life. Grab it from Walmart Nightmare Before Christmas Puzzles ©Walmart You can grab this set of three Nightmare Before Christmas jigsaw puzzles! These could be a great way to spend some time bundled up inside this Christmas. Grab it from Walmart Star Wars Monopoly ©Walmart This game of Monopoly has a Star Wars twist! This is yet another great way to spend a cold evening inside with friends and family. Game night, anyone? Grab it from Walmart Spider-Man Bop It! Toy ©Walmart Remember the game Bop It!? This one looks just like Spider-Man himself! Grab it from Walmart Minnie Mouse Blind Bag ©Walmart This giant blind bag is themed to Minnie Mouse and friends and comes with eight different surprises inside! These could include plushes, stickers, fidget toys, and more! Grab it from Walmart Slip Shorts ©Walmart These slip shorts/biker shorts are some of our favorites to wear in the parks with an oversized tee or sweatshirt. Get them or give them as a stocking stuffer! Grab it from Walmart Mickey and Friends Hoodie ©Disney This unisex hoodie could make for a great gift for the Disney lovers in your life! It would be great to wear to the parks. Grab it from Walmart The best part of the following deals is that they’re all from Walmart and all under $20! Yep, you can get merry and magical this year, all while balling on a budget. Check it out! Did you know that we have an Amazon Storefront? Click here to shop! The post 7 Disney Deals Under at Walmart For Black Friday first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s be real, y’all… who DOESN’T want a new Loungefly? Loungefly backpacks The correct answer is nobody. We know that sometimes Loungeflys can get pricey, so we always keep our eyes out for discounts and sales so that you don’t have to! Today, we found a flash sale ONLINE and we’re here to give you all the details. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Loungeflys are an amazing way to showcase what your favorite things about Disney are. Whether it is themed to a movie, attraction or character, there is a Loungefly for everyone and there are so many to choose from! TODAY ONLY, you can get select Loungefly items for 30% off on Hot Topic. This Little Mermaid Loungefly is 30% off! ©Hot Topic This bag features Ariel and Flounder hanging out under the sea and giggling with one another. This pastel masterpiece comes with side pockets, which we love for easy access. There is also an interior drop pocket, which is a great place to store those autograph books so you don’t lose them in your bag! Check this out at Hot Topic! Grab this Mickey Mouse Loungefly! ©Disney Who doesn’t love a classic? We know it all started with a mouse, and this bag honors him! He is the true star of the show in this bag, where he is showcased right in the middle and giving you a cheeky wink. The bag features a large front pocket and has antique gold hardware, which really stands out! Check this out at Hot Topic! Check out this Minnie Mouse Loungefly! ©Disney This Minnie Mouse Loungefly is absolutely adorable! It features silhouettes of Minnie Mouse all over the bag, with her iconic polka-dotted bow right in the center. With a small front pocket for easy access to your necessities and adjustable straps, this is perfect for any park day! Check this out at Hot Topic! ‘Tis the season for this Grogu Loungefly! ©Disney With the holidays right around the corner, you’re going to love having this bag to show off your festive spirit. This bag features Grogu dressed in his holiday best… we think? Or he is just trying to be Santa. Either way, this bag is a great addition to any collection! There are some 3D details to this bag, which makes it even more unique! To top it all off, the straps are a beautiful green color to really add to the festiveness! Check this out at Hot Topic! Check out this Disney100 Platinum Minnie Wallet! ©Disney This Minnie Mouse wallet is the perfect thing to use in the parks during the Disney100 Celebration! It is a beautiful platinum design to match all of the décor in the parks. It features an embossed polka-dot design and a sequin bow, which is just ADORABLE. This wallet has space for up to 5 cards and a clear slot for your ID! Check this out at Hot Topic! We are OBSESSED with all of these Loungeflys and are probably going to hit check out ASAP, and you should too! Don’t wait; this sale ends at the end of the day TODAY! Click here to check out all of your park day essentials!The post Save 30% on Disney Loungeflys TODAY ONLY first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Disney World! The Christmas tree at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is up! But before Christmas comes Thanksgiving, and we wondered if Disney had forgotten about it. They have been releasing so many new holiday treats, souvenirs, and entertainment, but we’ve seen nothing about a turkey. That is, until now! Disney World has finally brought us some Thanksgiving-themed foods to try throughout the month of November! These feature all the classic Turkey Day flavors you know and love– cranberry, pumpkin, and maple. They are located all around the resort: hotels, parks, and Disney Springs. Disney Springs So, let’s take a look at some of these returning foods and two new ones that you can find in Disney World now. First, there’s the new Turkey Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons in EPCOT! We can’t help but think this cupcake is super adorable. ©Disney There is actually a little turkey (hopefully made with sugar, not real turkey) on top! How cute is this cupcake? Is it too cute to eat? Never. We can’t wait to sink our teeth into this sweet treat. The next item we’re excited to see is the Pumpkin Cheesecake Tart at The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. ©Disney This looks like a decadent dessert that certainly does resemble a pumpkin! We’re guessing this will be a pumpkin-flavored treat — looks good, right? Returning to Disney World this month is the Here We Come A-Croquetting at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs. ©Disney Then, also returning, is the Pumpkin Pie-spice Beignets at Scat Cat’s Club-Café at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort. A pumpkin Mickey-shaped dessert is always a top pick for us! Pumpkin Spice Mickey Beignets Over at Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP, Art of Animation, and Pop Century Resorts respectively, you can get the returning Maple Pot de Créme. We’ve had this dessert before and LOVED it! Maple Pot de Creme Then head to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to try the returning Pumpkin Cheesecake at Gasparilla Island Grill! This is another DFB-approved treat, so next time you’re in the area, give it a try! Pumpkin Cheesecake Last but not least, Satu’li Canteen is getting its Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse again in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s so orange! Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse So while we’re decking the halls with holly, we are also grateful for the season and ready to enjoy the Thanksgiving festivities as well. Keep your eyes out for these new Thanksgiving treats around Disney World! In the meantime, keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news. Photos and Reviews: ALL the 2023 Holiday Treats in Walt Disney World! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Thanksgiving treat looks the best to you? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Just Announced 7 EXCLUSIVE Treats, Including a WEIRD New Turkey Cupcake first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As part of an annual tradition, members of the Disney Salute veteran affinity group and Disney VoluntEARS spent a morning this week decorating the Orlando Fisher House for the holidays. This yearly event helps brighten the day for many veteran families who could use a little happiness at this time of year. Home Away from […]View the full article

The Disney Parks can be an enigma sometimes, and honestly, that mystery can add to the magic. Disneyland If having some of the mystique uncovered is a big no-no, you may want to look away. With that said, learning Disney’s secrets can actually lead to even more fun and a better trip experience. When the secret is about an attraction, typically it enhances our appreciation for the work Disney Imagineers do. Disney recently revealed a major not-so-secret-secret about a popular ride that is sure to knock your socks off! Without question, one of the most popular rides at Disneyland is Indiana Jones Adventure. Located in Disneyland’s Adventureland, this thrill ride takes passengers on a jeep through the Temple of the Forbidden Eye. The adventure ends with riders escaping under a boulder that is about to crush them, after which Indiana Jones stands atop the broken boulder and berates the driver with quips like, “Nice driving, pal!” and “Next time, you’re on your own!” But did you know the boulder doesn’t actually move? ©Disney Disney recently revealed that it takes some crazy mechanics to make the boulder room work. While it seems like riders are backing up per the instructions of Indiana Jones, the ride vehicle actually doesn’t move at all. ©Disney What actually moves is the entire room around the vehicle! The movement of the walls simulates the backward movement of the jeep while activating the boulder to start its forward movement. While the movement of an oncoming boulder ready to crush you seems wild, the fact that the entire room moves to create this illusion is actually even wilder! We love learning cool facts about how Disney’s most complicated rides work! Be sure to stay tuned here at DFB for all kinds of Disney secrets and tips! Temporary CLOSURE Announced for Disney’s ‘Indiana Jones’ Ride 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 Did you know this fun fact about Indiana Jones Adventure? What are some of your favorite Disney rides’ secrets? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Just Revealed a SECRET About a Popular Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are counting down the days until Christmas, you might even have your tree up already! Christmas Tree at Magic Kingdom There’s nothing like decorating your Christmas tree with your family and friends, right? If you have an all Disney-themed tree like a few of us do, we found 10 ornaments for you to add to your tree for under $10 at Target. Let’s take a look! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Unwrap a Surprise With These Disney Princess Mystery Ornaments ©Target These Disney Princess Mystery Ornaments come in a box for you to be surprised by! There are seven different options so you’ll never know which one you might get. View at Target Grab a Nightmare Before Christmas Mystery Ornament Here ©Target If princesses aren’t your jam, maybe these Nightmare Before Christmas mystery ornaments will do the trick! View at Target Decorate Your Tree With Ariel ©Target Look at this ornament, isn’t it neat? Add it to your collection and it will finally be complete. View at Target Order this Jack and Sally Ornament for Your Holiday Tree ©Target If you don’t want to take your chances with the Nightmare Before Christmas mystery ornaments, you can guarantee that you’ll get a good one with this Jack and Sally ornament! View at Target Check Out This Adorable Pooh Ornament ©Target This silly ol’ bear is up to his classic honey-grabbin’ antics with this ornament and we happen to love it! View at Target Add Some Frozen Fun With This Elsa Ornament ©Target We can’t promise that she won’t turn your entire home into a frozen tundra, but we can promise she’ll look great on your tree! View at Target Grab This Little Mermaid Live Action Ornament Here ©Target Disney’s live-action Little Mermaid was a hit, and if you loved the movie as much as we did you can grab this new Ariel ornament! View at Target Order This Hocus Pocus Ornament For Your Tree ©Target Who says Halloween has to be over?! With this ornament on your tree, you can still be all about the Hocus Pocus even during the holidays. View at Target Check Out This Buzz Lightyear Ornament ©Target You’ll be headed to infinity and beyond thanks to this new Buzz Lightyear ornament on your tree! View at Target Make Way for This Adorable Moana Ornament ©Target This Moana ornament might be calling you, and we totally understand the feeling. Be right back, we’ve got some tree decorating to do! View at Target That’s a wrap on those Target ornaments for under $10. If you’re looking for more Disney deals, check out our Amazon Storefront below. Click Here for Our Amazon StorefrontThe post 10 Disney Ornaments from Target for Under Each first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Grand Floridian Gingerbread House And with that, we are headed to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, which is one of the most magical places at Disney World at any given time during the year. However, it gets EXTRA magical during the holidays. One special holiday experience at the resort is the gingerbread house that is built annually in the hotel lobby. Yep, each year, Disney World chefs and creatives come together to design and assemble a giant gingerbread house that’s made completely of real gingerbread, frosting, and sugar. At the gingerbread house, you’ll be able to purchase a wide assortment of gingerbread treats! Today, we’re headed there to try some of this year’s treats and review them so that you know what’s worth the purchase and what’s not. Let’s go! So, here’s the thing. The Grand Floridian gingerbread house is a great experience to admire and perhaps have your photo taken with the house. However, the gingerbread treats there are usually just OK. They’re a bit dry. Well, we’ll be honest. They’re take-all-the-moisture-out-of-your-mouth dry. But maybe this year will be different! Also, it’s like, an annual right of passage to purchase something here. The house is open! Anyway, let’s check out the menu. Freshly baked, homemade items, such as Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Gingersnap Cookies House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses Assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and Milk Chocolate Pecan Fudge Grand Floridian Combo Box featuring assorted fan favorite treats, including the cookies n’ cream Christmas Tree, exclusive to this box Plant-based, no sugar added, and gluten-friendly options Menu So, what did we try? To start, we got the brand-new Twinings Chai Tea Cupcake Sampler for $16. This comes with four cupcakes with various holiday decorations. Cupcake Sampler First up we’ve got the adorable little winter gnome cupcake. The gnome figure is hard sugar, but it dissolves in your mouth like a sugar cube. We could taste the chai flavor in the red icing, which sits on top of a regular buttercream. The cupcake itself is a standard vanilla. Gnome Cupcake The second cupcake in the collection is a gingerbread design. The little figurine melted in the sun, but he was milk chocolate and very tasty. The cake is standard chocolate, and the frosting was more hazelnut-flavored than chai. Gingerbread Man Cupcake The third cupcake comes topped with a snowflake! It tastes very similar to the gnome cupcake, just with different decorations. The chai came through in the blue part of the frosting, but the cupcake was regular vanilla. Snowflake Cupcake Last in the sampler, we have the poinsettia cupcake. This was our favorite of the four! The cake is chocolate, but once again, the chai flavor is found in the colored frosting on top. The green frosting almost tasted like a combination of chai and matcha to us, which was probably the most interesting of the cupcake flavors. We’d recommend this one! She’s pretty! In addition to the sampler, we also ordered two other snacks, the Gingerbread Buddy and the Gingerbread House Ornament! The Gingerbread Buddy is $7.75 and basically your classic gingerbread man. He reminded us of the Little Debbie gingerbread cakes that come out for the holiday season, except this cookie is a more true gingerbread flavor. Gingerbread Buddy When we bit into the cookie, it was very soft and pillowy with a little bit of bounce. There isn’t a lot of icing on top, but we didn’t mind because we felt like too much would overpower the cookie. If you’re a fan of plain gingerbread, this one’s for you! Isn’t he precious?! And our final treat was the Gingerbread House Ornament for $14. We were told that this one isn’t exactly made for eating, even though it’s all edible. But of course, we tried it for science! The ornament It’s still soft on the gingerbread parts, but not nearly as soft as the gingerbread buddy. It was surprisingly good for something made to hang on your tree! The icing doesn’t carry a lot of flavor besides sugar. You can hang it on your tree! It wasn’t the best gingerbread cookie we’ve ever had, but it was WAY better than we were expecting since the Cast Member warned us that it wouldn’t be great. All the elements are edible besides the ornament string, so if you’re interested in trying it out…go right ahead! Should YOU head to the Grand Floridian to snag your own gingerbread treats? We think that most of the charm of this place comes from the beautifully decorated cottage and just enjoying the hours of work that it took for everything to come together. The treats are fairly good this year, but they probably won’t knock your socks off. However, if you’re a gingerbread fan…you can’t miss out! And there you have it! 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Ready to knock out some holiday shopping? We’re here to help! Disney World merchandise What we’re about to show you is a series of some of the cuddliest, cutest, and softest stuffed animals out there. Yep, we’re talking about Squishmallows — the squishy (as the name implies), marshmallow-like plush characters fans can’t get enough of. Speaking of fans, we rounded up some of the BEST Disney Squishmallows for all you Disney fans this holiday season. OK, enough talking; let’s go shopping! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check out this adorable Olaf Plush! ©Amazon This Olaf plush LOVES warm hugs. In fact, he’s the perfect size to cuddle (he’s 14 inches, to be exact), and with that squishy stuffing, he’s the perfect pal to cozy up with on a frozen winter day. View on Amazon Did you know that Disney made an Oogie Boogie Squishmallow? ©Amazon This 8-inch Squsihmallow is PERFECT for the Disney fan who prefers the spooky season over the holiday season. Don’t worry, even though he seems a little unfriendly, he’s sure to cozy up to you in no time! View on Amazon This adorable Mickey Mouse Squishmallow is perfect for the holidays! ©Amazon Of course, we can’t forget about Mickey Mouse! This 8-inch Mickey plush is all dressed up for the holiday season, complete with a soft Santa hat. How cute! View on Amazon Check out this Disney 100 Steamboat Willy Plush! ©Target This 14-inch shiny Steamboat Willie plush is adorable! Like all Squsihmallows, he’s ultra soft and squishy, making him the perfect plush to cuddle up with during a Disney movie night. View on Target We’re obsessed with this Elvis Stitch Squishmallow! ©Target We can’t get enough of Elvis Stitch — he’s an ICON! This plush is 8 inches, and you can find him on the Target website. Forget a Blue Christmas — Elvis Stitch is ready to rock around the Christmas tree this holiday season! View on Target Collect all your favorite Squishmallows with this Disney100 Box Set ©Target Why buy one Squishmallow when you can buy FIVE? This set comes with a mini Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, Simba, and Tinker Bell Squishmallow. Give all five to one Disney fan, or split them up as gifts for friends and family! Either way, these 100th Anniversary stuffed animals are sure to be a hit. View on Target We’re here to bring you all the best deals on Squishmallows this holiday season, so be on the lookout for MORE deals coming your way! To shop the full collection of Disney Squishmallows, click the link below. Shop the full collection on Amazon Learn more about the best Squishmallows Black Friday Deals for 2023! The post GIFT GUIDE: The BEST Squishmallows to Give This Holiday Season first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re like us, you’ve probably been keeping up with all the news and updates regarding the upcoming release of Disney’s newest movie, Wish. ©Disney We’ve watched trailers and have even heard some fun new music, and now we can’t WAIT to watch the film in theaters on November 22nd. The Disney Parks are helping us celebrate this new film, and we’re about to tell you how YOU can experience that celebration! Disney just shared on X (formerly Twitter) that Spaceship Earth in EPCOT would soon light up the sky with all all-new show featuring lights, colors, and music from Wish. ©Disney The song featured alongside the show is called, “I’m A Star,” which we think is quite fitting for Spaceship Earth. You can catch a glimpse of the show below! Will you be headed to theaters to catch the all-new Wish film? Let us know in the comments! The post Something NEW Is Coming to Spaceship Earth in EPCOT Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are few things in this world that we love more than cheese. Plastic Cheese Since we spend a lot of time in Disney World dining at various restaurants, we’ve tried a variety of cheese-inspired dishes, from charcuterie boards to pasta to cheese soup. But if you know about our obsession with plastic cheese, then you know that we’re big fans of cheese made for dipping. And the king of all dipping cheeses? That’s easy — queso! One of our favorite queso options used to be the Warm Manchego and Oaxaca Cheese Dip at Three Bridges Bar & Grill. It was served a bit more queso fundido style than a white queso, and it was topped with chorizo and served with tortilla chips. We’ve talked about this cheesy goodness in the past, but we recently discovered that Three Bridges CHANGED its cheese dip! So of course, I had to venture over there to get the lowdown. The old cheese dip! According to the menu, the new option is a White Queso Dip with chorizo, peppers, and tortilla chips for $14. It doesn’t say which cheeses are included. New Menu When the cheese arrived, it was served very similarly to the old recipe — in a tiny skillet with chips on the side. It has the same toppings as the manchego and Oaxaca version, but the queso itself looks significantly smoother. White Queso Unfortunately, even though it looked somewhat appetizing, this was…not the greatest. It reminded me a bit of Velveeta cheese dip — very mild cheese without much depth of flavor. It has that “plastic cheese” quality of staying smooth and creamy even when it gets cold, which made me feel like it wasn’t quite as authentic. Skillet full o’ cheese Honestly, this would’ve been much improved with some salt or extra spices, but what would’ve REALLY made it better was a stronger flavored cheese. The chips were still delicious (nice and salty and crispy), but for $14, I was expecting more from this appetizer. Especially when I know how amazing and high quality the other food at Three Bridges usually is (I’m a really big fan of this restaurant on the whole!). Easy to scoop, though! So sadly, we’ll be missing the old cheese. Hopefully they’ll bring it back in the future! We’ll make sure to keep you updated if we notice any more menu changes at Three Bridges or other popular spots in Disney World. Click Here to See Our Recent Full Review of Three Bridges! 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 order this cheese dip? Tell us in the comments! The post We’ve Got Some Bad News About One of Our Favorite Cheese Snacks in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you smell that? It smells a bit sweet and spicy. There are blends of ginger, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and brown sugar. It has our mouths watering, but what could it be? IT’S OPEN. It’s gingerbread! We can smell that delicious cozy scent all through Disney’s Grand Floridian because the beautiful, iconic gingerbread house is officially complete and open! Come with us to check it out. The gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian is one of the most iconic holiday decorations throughout Disney World. It’s made up of over 1,000 pieces of gingerbread and an 85-pound chocolate Santa. The gingerbread display is absolutely stunning this year. It’s finally complete! It took 500 hours to bake the gingerbread, 480 hours of decorating, and over three days to construct it. It is an exquisite work of art. And if you look closely, you’ll find lots of hidden gems, nods to classic Disney, and even hidden Santas. From above! Not only is this a wonderful exhibit to behold with your eyes, but you can also get tastes of gingerbread here, too. Step around the back to get in line for some delicious holiday treats! There are Cast Members working inside the gingerbread house, which is where you’ll place your order! Yep, Cast Members can actually go inside! There are multiple menus posted so that you can decide what you want while waiting in line. Menu Each of the offerings this year are just as stunning as the house itself. You can get some of the offerings or ALL of them! A fan-favorite offering each year is actually the Gingerbread Shingle, which is just like the shingles you’ll find on the roof of the house. While the Gingerbread Ornament is a great option, it’s meant for decor and not a snack. We may or may not have learned that the hard way. Look at all of it! You can find this masterpiece right in the hotel lobby. It is the first of the 7 Disney World gingerbread displays to open, so we’ll be keeping our eyes out for the others. Plus, the Yacht Club Resort is adding an all-new display this year–stay tuned for that to open! In the meantime, grab some gingerbread and keep following DFB! Photos and Reviews: ALL the 2023 Holiday Treats in Walt Disney World! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which part of this year’s gingerbread display is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: The Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Is Officially OPEN! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready to book your next Disney vacation? It’s a busy time at Disney World as the holiday season kicks off this week with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the all-new Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Later this month the 2023 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays starts on November 24th and runs through December 30th. You don’t want to miss a minute of the festivities! Christmas at Magic Kingdom Right now there are some awesome hotel discounts (even during the holidays!), which might mean that you can free up some room in your budget! A lot of these are major hotel discounts (we’re talking in the 30% off range), so the money you save can be put towards adding on a couple more nights to your vacation. Are you in? We’re in. Let’s go! Today our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled all of the current Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, and Adventures by Disney discounts for DFB readers. It’s the holiday season! The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Current Walt Disney World Deals and Discounts Kids Play and Dine Promo Disney has revealed that, starting November 14th, a new offer will be released for families looking to save on a spring vacation! Children’s theme park tickets and Dining Plans will be 50% off with the purchase of a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney World package. Wilderness Lodge The package must include a hotel stay, theme park tickets, and a Dining Plan. It will be valid for most stays from March 3rd through June 30th, 2024. Click here for more details on this new promotion. Disney Dining Card Promo This updated Dining Promo Card promotion is available for guests who are buying room-and-ticket packages for trips in late 2023 and early 2024. It’s valid for trips that take place most nights from November 25th through November 29th, 2023, most nights from December 9th through December 25th, 2023, and most Sunday to Tuesday nights from January 9th through March 5th, 2024. All the eats! This is a popular offer, so be sure to check it out soon! Click here to read more about this discount! Holiday Room Offer With this holiday season offer, you can save up to 25% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights through November 18th, 2023, and most nights from November 19th through December 9th. Wilderness Lodge And you can save even more — up to 30% — on stays most nights from December 10th through December 25th, 2023. Click here to check out this holiday deal. Early 2024 Hotel Offer The newest Disney World hotel discount applies to select Disney resort hotels in the new year. It’s called the “Book Early and Save More” discount. With it, you could save up to 30%! You’ll need to book by December 15th, 2023, in order to qualify. You can save up to 30% on stays most nights from February 25th, 2024, through March 24th, 2024, by using this discount. You can save up to 25% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9th, 2024, through February 22nd, 2024. Art of Animation To qualify, you must stay for a minimum of one night and a maximum of 14 nights. Disney only has a limited number of rooms allocated to this offer. Click here for more details on this offer. Disney Visa Offer Disney World has announced a new deal for Disney Visa cardholders for 2024 vacations. You can save up to 35% on stays most nights from January 9th, 2024 to March 24th, 2024. 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You can save up to 20% on stays most Friday and Saturday nights January 5th, 2024, through February 24th, 2024. Click here to see details of this 2024 offer! Annual Passholder Offer Annual Passholders can save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels between now and December 2023. This discount can save Passholders up to 35% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from now to November 18th, 2023, and most nights from November 19th to December 9th, 2023. Annual Passholder Card Passholders can save up to 40% most nights December 10th through the 25th, 2023. Click here to check out the details of this offer! Disney’s just announced an exclusive hotel discount for those looking to stay at select Disney World hotels in early 2024. Passholders must present a valid Disney World Annual Pass at check-in to keep the discounted rate. This offer is valid on select nights starting January 1st through March 24th, 2024, at select Disney World hotels. You could save up to 35% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 1st through February 22nd, 2024, and most nights from February 25th through March 24th, 2024. Click here to get the details of this offer! 2023 Military Offers Members of the U.S. military can take advantage of great rates on rooms most nights from January 1st through December 15, 2023. EPCOT Here’s a look at the 5-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket With the Park Hopper Option: $369 plus tax With the Park Hopper Plus Option: $399 plus tax And here’s the pricing for the 4-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket With the Park Hopper Option: $349 plus tax With the Park Hopper Plus Option: $379 plus tax Click Here for More Details on the 2023 Military Offers 2024 Military Offers Disney has also announced its 2024 military offer. Those eligible can purchase park admission for 4, 5, or 6 days of multi-day tickets that will be valid for visits starting January 1st through December 20th, 2024. 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Magic Kingdom is popular for many reasons, but one of them is the live entertainment stage shows and parades. Magic Kingdom Many guests love getting to experience the magic of Disney live entertainment, and starting today a new show is available each night in the park — Frozen Holiday Surprise has debuted in Magic Kingdom! This new show brings Olaf and more than a hundred of his Snowgie siblings, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff to decorate the castle for the holidays in their new festive wear. At the end of the show, Elsa will “transform Cinderella Castle into a shimmering crystallized palace.” The show kicked off on November 7th and will play nightly throughout the holiday season. That means if you enter the park early for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, or you just have a regular park ticket, you can enjoy the show. ©Disney It all started with Olaf making his way to the stage to wish everyone happy holidays and telling everyone about his holiday surprise. He had some help, of course! There will be two performances every night when Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party takes place in Magic Kingdom: one at 6:15PM and another at 8:15PM. On nights when there’s no holiday party, only one show, starting at 6:15PM, will take place. We can’t wait to continue celebrating the holiday season at Disney, so stay tuned to DFB! Here are 8 things that happen behind the scenes to get Disney World ready for the holidays! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you looking forward to this new show? Tell us in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at the NEW 'Frozen' Show in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What do you do if you have a medical emergency on a Disney World vacation? Magic Kingdom This is a question we’ve been asked a lot over the years, and the answer varies greatly depending on the problem. Some issues can be handled at First Aid in the Disney World parks, while others may require a visit to a nearby Urgent Care center. In some unfortunate circumstances, a visit to the emergency room may be warranted. Our hope is that you never come across such an issue, but if you’re curious to know what the ER near Disney World looks like — today we’re taking you on a tour. AdventHealth recently opened an ER near Disney World in Flamingo Crossings. This new full-service emergency room is located to the west of Disney property, off of Western Way, and nearest to Animal Kingdom. AdventHealth ER AdventHealth recently invited us out to check out their new facilities, which combine “depictions of natural elements, Disney-inspired designs, and a team of AdventHealth experts to help every patient feel whole.” Here, you can get around-the-clock emergency care. Our first thought upon entering the lobby was that it was one of the most calm medical spaces we’d ever been in. Lobby The color palette is full of relaxing blues and greens, the space is made up of soft curved lines, and there is a fresh, non-hospital-like scent ever-so-noticeable in the room. There is even a loop of gentle music from Disney’s Moana, Finding Nemo, and The Little Mermaid playing from the speakers. Around the lobby, you’ll find references to Disney’s Finding Dory — from a pretty Nemo and Marlin mobile hanging from the ceiling to various mosaics on the walls. Nemo and Marlin One of the touching details we noticed about the space was that it was full of characters from the movie who have various ailments. Destiny the whale shark is short-sighted, Hank the octopus only has 7 tentacles, Bailey the beluga whale has faulty sonar, Dory has short-term memory loss, and Nemo has a small “lucky” fin. Destiny the whale shark The emergency room is currently set up so that in the unfortunate situation that you do have to visit, you’ll immediately be taken back to a bed — no need to wait in the lobby during a registration process. Patient room In each of the rooms, patients can control the tone of the space by changing the color of the lighting, choosing the music, or controlling the screen on the wall. These controls are all accessible through a tablet that you’re provided to make your experience as pleasant as possible. Tablet Along with choosing lighting and music, you can stream videos from your phone or pick one of the visual hour-long loops that were made in collaboration with Disney Animation. These come in three different animation styles and you can choose from Moana, The Little Mermaid, and Finding Nemo scenes. Patient room If you do need it, the facility has a CT scan room, with more references to Disney in the lighted screens above. CT scan room If your little one is nervous about the procedure, being able to spot Gramma Tala, Ariel, or the goggles from Finding Nemo might help take their mind off of it. Ariel There is also an x-ray room that looks like the ocean at night, lit up with stars. X-ray room If necessary, the facility also has an OB room if you go into labor, a fully functioning lab, and code rooms for critical care. Code room Throughout the facility, you’ll notice more soothing Disney theming. The first hallway pays tribute to the East Atlantic Current from Finding Nemo, with a nurse’s station in the middle that features a beautiful mosaic from the film. Finding Nemo mosaic On the other side, Moana is showcased with mosaics of the scene where she meets the ocean… Moana mosaics …and the Heart of Te Fiti. Heart of Te Fiti The EMT Lounge even has Dole Whip that can be given to patients in certain instances, like with medication, for free! The flavors rotate but will always be dairy-free. We tried the cherry and can confirm it was a nice touch. Cherry Dole Whip That’s our full tour of the AdventHealth ER! Hopefully, you and your loved ones will never need to visit here on your vacations, but now you know what to expect in case something goes wrong. AdventHealth Stay tuned to DFB for all the Disney news and all the tips for your vacation. Why You’re Getting Sick on Your Disney World Trip — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! 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On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by AdventHealth to attend their media preview of the new Emergency Room. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Disney World Helped Design the Most Incredible Emergency Room We've Ever Seen first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article