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The Disney parks look a LOT different around this time of the year! Holiday season at Disneyland At Disneyland, we noticed some holiday decorations were up last month in preparation for the holiday season. Now, the holiday decor has spread to even more areas of Disneyland AND Disney California Adventure. Let’s take a look at some of the theming that can be found all over the Disneyland Resort! From wreaths to ribbons to garlands with ornaments, Disney parks are certainly feeling festive. Both parks are technically ahead of schedule, as Disneyland Resort’s holiday season runs from November 10th through January 7th, 2024. While the decorating may not yet be complete, it’s worth taking a quick look at some of these changes! Over at Walt Disney’s original park, we noticed a little bit of holiday decoration in front of Main Street, U.S.A.’s Disneyland Railroad station. A consistent theme we noticed during our time seeing the new decorations is that so far they are fairly modest. We do expect that to pick up as we get closer to the holiday season officially beginning at the parks. Disneyland Railroad Station Over on Main Street, U.S.A., Emporium is getting in on the holly, jolly season with some decorations above the Emporium sign. Disneyland Emporium Over in Critter Country, we saw more significant change. At Pooh Corner, garlands with ribbon and ornaments adorn the charming sign above the door. Pooh Corner at Disneyland Pooh Bear got even more of the festive treatment at The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Featuring more of a woodland color scheme, the entrance to the ride queue boasts an added holiday charm. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland Here’s a closer look at this woodland-inspired holiday decor on the light posts next to The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The theming is certainly more rustic than the rest of the park! Critter Country Disneyland Hungry Bear Restaurant is getting a little holiday TLC! The Critter Country staple is looking even greener than usual! Hungry Bear Restaurant In Fantasyland, we noticed several attractions with a bit of garland or some small decorations over the queues. Some of those rides include Pinocchio’s Daring Journey, Snow White’s Enchanted Wish, and Peter Pan’s Flight. Pinocchio’s Daring Journey Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure is looking more festive these days! The street traded pumpkins for ribbons while adding wreaths and garlands. Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure Staying on Buena Vista Street, Elias & Company has had a few decorations added to its facade. Garnished with a few bells, garlands, and wreaths, the popular Disney shop is home to men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing as well as Jewelry. Elias & Company The newly opened San Fransokyo Square is adding its own unique holiday flair with Japanese and Northern Californian-inspired ornaments and decorations! San Fransokyo Square Above Aunt Cass Café is some more garland with softer, pastel-themed decorations that tie together the rest of the resort’s theming with the unique style happening at San Fransokyo Square. Aunt Cass Café Along with decorations, we also saw some Festival of Holidays booths being prepped to open. This booth, Grandma’s Recipes, can be found next to Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! in Hollywood Land. This booth in particular will feature Barbacoa Tamal de Res with Oaxaca cheese, tomatillo salsa, and crema. It also has a new drink this year in the Berry Pomegranate Paloma. Grandma’s Recipes Booth We expect the Disneyland Resort to continue to add to its holiday decor and will keep you posted on all the latest Disneyland news, right here at DFB! NEWS: Disney Launched a MASSIVE Online Shopping Event for the Holiday Season 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 is your favorite thing about the holidays at Disneyland? Let us know! The post Even MORE Holiday Decor Has Appeared in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When Frozen came out in 2013 it began a FRENZY. ©Disney Since then, the hype for the movies hasn’t died down, and we’re here for it. The movies have proven to be SO popular, that Disney is opening a Frozen-themed land in Hong Kong Disneyland… and we’re only a little jealous. We got the scoop on some cool things that are coming our way over there, and we NEED to tell y’all about it. With the opening of World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland, that means NEW MERCH… among other things, of course. However, the merch is too cute not to talk about and we can’t seem to let it go, so we NEED to let you know what we found. ©Disney First and foremost, if you’re going to the World of Frozen, you need to look the part! When visiting one of the new stores, Tick Tock Toys and Collectibles, you can find the items to do just that! To start off the look, you can purchase sweaters that are perfect for a trip to Arendelle in the winter. They have four options, including sweaters to match Oaken, a frozen print cardigan, a frozen print sweater, AND a snowy printed sweater vest for the kiddos. There is truly something here for everyone! ©Disney To complete the look, they also sell accessories to help you fit in with Arendelle citizens even more! They have themed scarves and sunflower hair clips galore. ©Disney Still not feeling like a citizen of Arendelle? Don’t worry! They have you covered. You can head over to Travelling Traders, where they offer face painting and styling services to top everything off! Disney Now that we have to look down, we can focus on what other merch World of Frozen has to offer! They are featuring four NEW shoulder plush pals WITH clothes to accessorize them! Now you’ll never have to go into the unknown alone. These pals include: Olaf, Troll, Snowgie and Marshmallow. Pick your favorite friend, pop them on your shoulder, and you’ll be ready to go in no time! ©Disney Speaking of Olaf, he will be available in many forms in World of Frozen! He is featured on a knitted plush, headbands, bags, shoulder plush pals and so much more! You’ll never have to be without your favorite snowman ever again. ©Disney Finally, we have some new home goods that will be available at Northern Delights! This store features plates, bowls, mugs teapots and so much more! Now you’ll never need to go somewhere else to find a salad plate ever again! ©Disney World of Frozen opens in Hong Kong Disneyland on November 20th! All of this fun merch is only available there, so be sure to pack your bags accordingly so you have enough room to bring everything home! ©Disney Make sure to keep checking back in with us at DFB for more World of Frozen updates as it gets closer to opening! Click here to see what else is coming to World of Frozen! 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 Hong Kong Disneyland to experience World of Frozen? Let us know your plans in the comments below! The post SNEAK PEEK at Merchandise Coming to Disney's NEW 'Frozen' Land! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the holiday season in Disney World! It’s the holiday season! Festive eats, exclusive merchandise, delightful decor, and all sorts of exciting entertainment are what’s in store for this year’s party. And, we’ve got even more to be excited about thanks to this new update! We can’t wait to make our way around this exclusive event and check out all it has to offer — especially those character meet and greets! And now, we officially know who we’ll be able to find and where we’ll be able to find them! Main Street, U.S.A. Mickey Mouse Jack Skellington and Sally Mary Poppins Jack and Sally in 2018 Fantasyland Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum Alice and the White Rabbit Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet Ariel and Prince Eric Rapunzel and Flynn Rider Cinderella and Prince Charming Snow White and Prince Aurora and Prince Phillip Belle Merida The Tweedles! Storybook Circus Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck Scrooge McDuck Santa Goofy The Seven Dwarfs Santa Goofy! Adventureland Aladdin, Abu, Jasmine, and Genie Captain Jack Sparrow Peter Pan Stitch Jasmine and Genie Frontierland Country Bears: Liverlips, Shaker, Wendell, and Big Al Tiana and Naveen Country Bears Liberty Square Santa You can meet SANTA We’ll be bringing you everything you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on the first night, so make sure you stay tuned to DFB for more! EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 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! Are you going to this exclusive event this year? Tell us in the comments! The post CONFIRMED: Where You Can Find All 50 (!!!) Characters at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s officially the holiday season by Disney’s standards! It’s time! The Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays in Disneyland, and we’ve been studying the menus to figure out what we just can’t wait to try. And now, the menus with prices have started popping up at the booths! We can’t wait to eat our way around the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure, and we’ve started to see some of those booths along with menus and prices pop up around the park. Winter Sliderland has arrived… 2023 Winter Sliderland Booth …along with the menu! 2023 Winter Sliderland Menu We can’t wait for some Merry Mashups… 2023 Merry Mashups Booth …and all the food we’ll get to try there. 2023 Merry Mashups Menu The Making Spirits Bright booth has gone up… 2023 Making Spirits Bright Booth …along with the menu for that booth. 2023 Making Spirits Bright Menu You can see the Holiday Duets booth… 2023 Holiday Duets Booth …and check out the menu for that booth, too. 2023 Holiday Duets Menu Grandma’s Recipes will be cooking up some classic treats… 2023 Grandma’s Recipes Booth …and you can check them out with their prices below. 2023 Grandma’s Recipes Menu A Twist on Tradition will bring some delicious eats… A Twist on Tradition Booth …and we can’t wait to try them! A Twist on Tradition Menu 2023 You can also grab some Brews & Bites… Brews & Bites …including some queso fundido! Brews & Bites Menu Disney is still working on putting the final touches on these booths and menus, so we’ll be keeping an eye out for more changes. We’ll be bringing you our full reviews of every single booth at this festival once it officially kicks off, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! FULL MENUS Announced for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you heading to this festival? Tell us in the comments! The post MENUS with PRICES Are Up at the 2023 Disneyland Festival of Holidays first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know, the holidays are right around the corner. Magic Kingdom! And that means it’s time to start finding gifts for loved ones (or just an excuse to get yourself something new). shopDisney is always dropping new “gotta have” items. We recently spotted an all-new Dooney & Bourke collection in the parks and it turns out it’s online, too! You have to see these beautiful bags. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We found these beautiful new Cinderella Castle bags in Magic Kingdom and now they’re on shopDisney. Let’s see which is your favorite! They’re so pretty! Get the Cinderella Castle Dooney & Bourke Camera Bag ©Disney This is a beautiful crossbody bag that would make the perfect size going out bag. Just big enough for all the essentials, it looks amazing and is super convenient. The gold outline of the castle on these bags is priceless. SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY Get the Cinderella Castle Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag ©Disney If you need something a bit bigger on your daily adventures, you can opt for the Walt Disney World tote instead. The big gold words are beautifully stitched with the fancy gold castle in the background. It has a zip-top closure and a zipping pocket inside. And for added convenience, it has two interior slip pockets, an interior cell phone pocket, and an interior key hook. We all need one of these! SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY Get the Cinderella Castle Dooney & Bourke Wristlet Wallet ©Disney If you prefer to keep things small and simple, you can get the elegant wristlet also featuring the golden castle. It has an accordion fold interior with two billfold sections and 12 card slots! It may be small, but it’ll hold everything you need. SHOP ON SHOPDISNEY This collection is now in the parks and online, so hurry before it sells out! In the meantime, keep following DFB for more Disney news. If you want to check out more Disney souvenirs, head to our Amazon storefront! Which of these bags would you prefer to use? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Just Released A New Castle Designer Bag Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Taking a Disney Cruise? Then, it’s time to learn about a super convenient option for dining aboard another magnificent ship – Disney Wish! Disney Wish Courtesy of Room Service on a Disney cruise, you’ll have the option to dine or snack in your stateroom. When you need some extra relaxation from a busy day touring a port-of-call or you’ve decided to sleep in late, Room Service is available 24 hours a day. And most menu items are INCLUDED in the price of your cruise. We love late night snacks in our Disney cabin, so give it a try! While this is true of any ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, today we’re taking a look at the kind of eats you can enjoy from the comfort of your Disney Wish stateroom. You can access the Room Service menu from the free Disney Cruise Line Navigator app and the menu in your stateroom. Oh, and speaking of FREE, I’m going to say this again… the vast majority of items on the Room Service menu are included with your cruise! (Any item that is available for an extra charge will be designated as such on the menu.) Room Service Breakfast Yes, breakfast can be delivered to you! No standing in line at the buffet today. Instead, start your day with a relaxing bite to eat while watching the ocean waves from your verandah. Ready for breakfast on the verandah?! Yes, please! Whether you’ve slept in or have a fun Port Excursion planned, feel free to avoid the crowds in Cabanas. Isn’t this a perfect start to your Disney cruise day?! Queen Bed in Category 4C Oceanview Verandah Stateroom The Room Service breakfast menu is typically available from 7AM to 10AM. Room Service breakfast items consist primarily of continental breakfast style options such as juices, coffee and tea, pastries including muffins and donuts, toast, and cereals. Desk drawer The process for ordering Breakfast is a bit different than other times of day. You’ll find Room Service Request Cards in your stateroom (typically tucked in the drawer of the stateroom’s desk as seen above). Fill out the Request Card with your desired items, then leave it outside your stateroom door BEFORE 3AM of the morning you would like your Room Service breakfast delivered. Additionally, you can order a continental breakfast by calling room service (the Room Service button is designated on your stateroom’s phone) between 7AM and 10AM. Lunch, Dinner, and Late Night Snacks… The Other 21 Hours Outside of the designated Breakfast hours of 7AM to 10AM, the lunch and dinner options are available for the rest of the day, evening, and night! Room Service on Disney Wish Up for grabs are items such as custom-made sandwiches, fresh salads and appetizers (like cheese plates!), burgers, and chicken tenders and even pasta. Craving something sweet? Desserts include cookies and ice cream. Don’t forget the bubbly! Cheers to your Disney cruise! How to order? It’s easy-peasy! For Lunch and Dinner service, simply pick up your Stateroom phone and select the button for In Stateroom Dining. A friendly crew member will assist you with your order from there! Though it may not take the full time allotted, it’s good to allow 30 minutes for delivery. Follow Along as We Explore the Disney Wish! Room Service: Good To Know A few things to note before we say “SEA you real soon…” First, keep in mind that menu items can vary for your specific cruise. Room Service right to your stateroom. And here’s a tip for tips: Have a stash of singles at the ready for room service, as gratuities are welcome for your room service delivery. As mentioned above, the Disney Cruise Line website states: “Please note that an additional fee will be added to your stateroom for certain snacks, wines, beverages and beverage packages.” Oh, and you won’t see this on the menu, but DON’T FORGET THAT THIS IS A THING! Order Mickey Bars through Room Service YES! Mickey Ice Cream Bars can be delivered directly to your Stateroom! Just ask ! And it’s as simple as that! Ok, NOW we’ll say it… “SEA You Real Soon!!” Find our entire Disney Cruise Line Video Playlist HERE! DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you planning a Disney Cruise? Please let us know with a comment! The post Disney Wish Cruise Ship Room Service Menu — Everything You Need To Know! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We hear it all the time. Disney’s Contemporary Resort “It doesn’t matter where I stay at Disney World! I’m only at the hotel to sleep.” Well, that might be true for a lot of folks, but Disney World hotels are about more than just sleeping. It can be about theming, proximity to your favorite parks, and of course — the PERKS. There are a few experiences that are only available to Deluxe Resort guests, and for many folks (us included), it makes that higher price point WORTH IT. One of those experiences? Extended Evening Hours (EEH)! EEH allow Deluxe Resort Guests to stay in select parks for a few extra hours after all the other guests leave, allowing for SUPER low wait times. EEH are arriving to a Disney World park TOMORROW, November 8th, and we cannot WAIT. EEH will begin at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on November 8th for limited dates throughout the end of 2023. Deluxe Resort guests will be able to stay in the park from 7-9PM on November 8th and 22nd, and December 4th and 28th, 2023. Animal Kingdom So, if you’re staying at a Deluxe Hotel, you’ll be able to hang around in Animal Kingdom after hours, and even experience the following attractions: Avatar: Flight of Passage TriceraTop Spin It’s Tough To Be A Bug DINOSAUR Dinosaur Expedition Everest Navi River Journey Character Experience at Adventurers Outpost Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom And there you have it! What do you say? Will you be hanging out nocturnal animal style? We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news as we have it, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing and are always in the loop. Click here for info on After Hours Events at Disney World! Do you plan on attending Extended Evening Hours in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Forget! This NEW Hotel Perk Starts Tomorrow in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party starts in just a couple days! Christmas is HERE Starting on November 9th through December 22nd, on select nights, you can celebrate the holidays with Mickey and friends. During this festive party, you can experience a new show, characters in their holiday outfits, and shorter wait times for rides. It’s the most merriest celebration in the world–probably! Also during these events, you can stop around at different locations in the park to pick up complimentary treats. And now we know EXACTLY where to find them! Disney recently added all the locations where you can stop to get a refill on the FREE goodies during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. You can grab holiday-themed cookies and festive beverages (usually egg nog and hot chocolate). And trust us, you NEED to get these. The cookies and hot cocoa are practically the best we’ve ever had. Maybe it’s just because we’re in Magic Kingdom, but there must really be some magic in these treats. Snickerdoodle cookie and hot cocoa So, where can you pick up your complimentary holiday treats? Over at the following! Columbia Harbour House Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café The Lunching Pad Pinocchio Village Haus Tortuga Tavern ©Disney They also have allergy-friendly cookies available. Just stop by one (or all) of these locations (as many times as you like) and pick up the cookies and drinks. You can get them all night long to keep you partying until the wee hours of the night (or until midnight). So get ready to have some fun! And if you need some festive outfits for your party night, check out our holiday store! Until then, check back to DFB for more Disney news! Disney Dropped a SECRET Hint About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2023 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 holiday cookie and drink combo is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post FREE SNACK Locations Announced for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s happening, y’all! The best time of the year is almost here! Christmas at Magic Kingdom That’s right, we’re talking about the HOLIDAYS! One fan-favorite holiday experience at Disney World is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — a special-ticketed after hours event that takes place in Magic Kingdom. This experience is different than the day-to-day park experience, with new and exciting offerings. However, one downside is that there are limited food options available during the parties. While we normally recommend eating outside the park before you head to the party, there ARE a few options available to you while you’re getting holly and jolly. Let’s talk about it! Disney just shared each of the dining options that will be available in Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Check them out: Main Street, U.S.A. Dining Options: Main Street, U.S.A. Casey’s Corner Main Street Bakery Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Adventureland Dining Options Adventureland Sunshine Tree Terrace Frontierland Dining Options Frontierland Golden Oak Outpost Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Liberty Square Dining Options LIberty Square Sleepy Hollow Fantasyland Dining Options Fantasyland Cheshire Cafe The Friar’s Nook Tomorrowland Dining Options Tomorrowland Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe And there you have it! Keep in mind that even though these dining locations will be open during hours of the party, they may not be open the whole time. A lot of them tend to close at the hours they would normally close on a regular evening in the park — around 9 or 10. Just make sure to stay aware of the time and you should be good to go! We’ll continue to keep you updated with all things Disney World holiday events. Make sure to follow along for more so that you don’t miss a thing. Looking for MORE to do at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Click here! 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! Will you be heading to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERY SINGLE Restaurant Open for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s new holiday party, Jollywood Nights, is almost here! The holidays at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Starting on November 11th, we’ll be experiencing all of the new treats, entertainment, and more for the first time EVER at this special ticketed event in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We recently shared a full list of rides that will be open during this party, but what about food? We already know there will be over 50 exclusive new treats available to try, but now we have a full list of restaurants that will be open — come take a look! There will be 19 dining locations open during this event, so you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. Toy Story Land Woody’s Lunch Box Woody’s Lunch Box Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Kat Saka’s Kettle Milk Stand Oga’s Cantina Ronto Roasters Milk Stand Echo Lake Dockside Diner — special event menu only, regular menu not available Epic Eats — special event menu only, regular menu not available Epic Eats Commissary Lane AMC Commissary — special event menu only, regular menu not available ABC Commissary Hollywood Boulevard The Hollywood Brown Derby — special event menu only, regular menu not available The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge — special event menu only, regular menu not available The Trolley Car Cafe Trolley Car Cafe Sunset Boulevard Anaheim Produce Fairfax Fare — special event menu only, regular menu not available Hollywood Scoops KRNR The Rock Station Rosie’s All-American Cafe Fairfax Fare Grand Avenue BaseLine Tap House — special event menu only, regular menu not available PizzeRizzo — special event menu only, regular menu not available PizzeRizzo Meet the Bentleys Market — special event menu only, regular menu not available Market We’ll keep bringing you all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! BREAKING: Disney Releases Important NEW Information About Jollywood Nights in 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! Will you be attending Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post ALL the Restaurants Open During Jollywood Nights in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holiday season is here, at least in Disney World. It’s CHRISTMAS! This is a BIG week at the East Coast Disney parks. We have the first night of BOTH holiday parties — Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights. We already know some about what to expect during holiday events, where you can see exclusive shows, dance the night away, and see some beloved characters. Now, we have an idea of EXCLUSIVE merch you’ll be able to find. At Jollywood Nights, we can expect to see some holiday merchandise at a few stores that will be open. You’ll be able to grab pieces from the Disney Classics Christmas Collection featuring home decor, ornaments, and more at Mickey’s of Hollywood and Celebrity 5 & 10. You can grab Seasonal Foundation Collection items at Once Upon a Time and The Kermit Collection at Mickey’s of Hollywood. ©Disney Of course, we can expect to see special merchandise at Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. You can head to Emporium or Star Traders to grab your party-exclusive items. ©Disney You can expect to see special apparel, drinkware, and trading items (like pins) with party logos on them. Just a reminder, these items will be set out for guests attending the party. ©Disney We will be at both holiday parties on the first night and will bring you all of the special merchandise you can find during the parties. Christmas in Magic Kingdom Be sure to follow DFB for more holiday coverage of the Disney parks. Full List of Attractions Open During Jollywood Nights 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 merchandise are you hoping to find at the holiday parties? Let us know below. The post Disney Announces NEW Merchandise for 2023 Holiday Parties! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking to pick up some of those Disney posters to bring the Vintage Disney style to your decor? Calendar There are so many deals on merch and other must-haves from Amazon, and that’s why we’re here. We’re bringing you the latest and greatest for you to see right now. Let’s go! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. First, if you’re not an Amazon Prime member, you can start your free trial by clicking the link below and save some coin in the process! Now, let’s take a look at some posters that will make you feel like you’re in the Disney Parks of your memories, shall we? Shop these Disney Ride Posters ©Amazon This set of 9 Vintage Disney posters includes Fantasyland, Main Street Disneyland, Peter Pan’s Flight, Tower of Terror, Disneyland Opening Dedication & Ceremony, Radiator Springs Racers, Alice in Wonderland, Space Mountain, and Primeval World. View on Amazon Shop these Vintage Disney Posters ©Amazon This set of 9 Vintage Disney posters includes Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Its a Small World, Star Tours, Astro Blasters, Skyway, Rocket Jets, Submarine Voyage, and Space Station X-1. View on Amazon Grab these Disney Patents with Slogans ©Amazon Nothing beats mixing a little vintage nostalgia with some fun sayings. The rustic and antiqued backgrounds are perfect for giving your home some vintage flair. View on Amazon Shop these Rides Patent Art Prints ©Amazon Or maybe you’re looking for the vintage flair without the added quotes. These will do the trick! View on Amazon Shop this Original Patent Print Set ©Amazon Here’s a great option especially if you’re looking to immortalize the boss himself on your walls. View on Amazon Shop this Vintage Amusement Park Rides Patent Prints ©Amazon These really capture the vintage feel and would fit great in your room’s decor. View on Amazon We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. Click here to view our Amazon Storefront Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 6 Posters From Amazon to Add Vintage Disney Style to Your Home first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Summer Snow Day! Thousands of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort cast members were excited and proud to be among the first to step into the kingdom of Arendelle and immerse themselves in the epic world of Disney Animation’s beloved “Frozen” films. The festivities and joyous atmosphere created a unique experience in which to thank cast […]View the full article

Jollywood Nights kick off in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 11th! Simply having a wonderful Christmas time During the brand new holiday event, you can see exclusive shows, dance the night away, and see some beloved characters. It’s going to be a night of glitz and glam, for sure. And with special events like this come LOWER wait times on the rides! Disney has recently shared the full list of all the rides you can enjoy without the huge waits at Jollywood Nights. One of the biggest perks of going to a special event like Jollywood Nights or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is the lower wait at each of the rides. Disney offers many rides in the park to be open for these events which also helps disperse the lines. Here are all the attractions you can experience during this year’s Jollywood Nights! Jollywood Nights Over at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge you can hop aboard Rise of the Resistance… ©Disney …and Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run! ©Disney Then if you skedaddle into Toy Story Land, you can ride Alien Swirling Saucers, Slinky Dog Dash, and Toy Story Mania! ©Disney Once you’re done there, head to Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad on Hollywood Boulevard followed by Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror on Sunset Boulevard! ©Disney Then work your way up to Grand Avenue for a slow down with Muppet Vision 3D and Star Tours. ©Disney It’s just one big loop of rides and attractions to complete your night with a few extras added in. We can’t wait to experience this all-new event in Disney World! Until then, keep following DFB for more Disney updates. Photos and Reviews: Treats at Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2023! 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 the new Jollywood Nights? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Rides Open During Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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It’s time to go gift shopping! Magic Kingdom during the holidays Recently, Amazon announced their Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale dates and while they don’t kick off until November 17th, we still found a great sale going on. So get your fingers warmed up for all the clicking you’re about to do; 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. Amazon has a sale on Disney games right now; you can get anywhere from 20-50% off. Whether you decide to buy these for yourself or as a gift, they’ll keep you entertained for hours! Get the World of Disney Trivia Game ©Amazon For all Disney fans, this is the ultimate trivia game for you! Take a family game night to a whole new level with 2000 questions. It’ll be endless amounts of Disney fun. VIEW ON AMAZON Get the Eye Found It Disney Game ©Amazon For your younger family members, they might enjoy this fun kids’ game, Eye Found It–a hidden picture card game. It features 12 Disney realms to explore. It could make a great distraction on a long car or plane ride to Disney World! VIEW ON AMAZON Get the 5-Second Rule Disney Edition Game ©Amazon Test your Disney knowledge, but you only have 5 seconds to do it! Talk about pressure! This game is fun for everyone (ages 6 and up). Take your Disney trivia game to a whole new level. VIEW ON AMAZON Get the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Game ©Amazon Want to feel like you’re in the parks without actually being in the parks? Try out this fun mining game with a familiar theme. It’s “The wildest game in the wilderness!” VIEW ON AMAZON Get the Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits Game ©Amazon It appears the hitchhiking ghosts may have come home with you, after all. Time to play a game that will have you socializing with happy haunts! You’ll collect ghost cards from all the rooms in the Haunted Mansion as you travel around in your Doom Buggy. VIEW ON AMAZON Get the Color Brain Disney Edition Game ©Amazon This game doesn’t just test your Disney trivia knowledge, but your COLOR knowledge of all things Disney. Do you remember the color of Anna’s eyes? You’ll find out in the colorful game! VIEW ON AMAZON Get the Family Feud Disney Edition Game © Amazon A Disney take on a classic TV game. See if you can guess what the “survey says” about these Disney questions. Fun for the whole family with Disney-themed questions! VIEW ON AMAZON We hope you can find a game that you and your family will love! For more Disney news, keep following DFB! For more Disney holiday gift ideas, check out our Amazon storefront! Which game would you enjoy the most? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Disney Games On SALE On Amazon Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We got some good news from Disneyland and phew… it is making us HUNGRY! Disneyland Railroad Station If there is one thing we LOVE about Disney… it is all of the food they have to offer us. Lets be real, the food can be a whole attraction by itself if you know where to go! We just got word that a popular snacking spot is going to open up a pop-up in a NEW location and we’re sharing what we know. Earl of Sandwich is a popular quick service option for guests– from their reasonable prices to their menu offerings, there is something here to please everyone in your group. Well, we JUST found out that Earl of Sandwich will be opening a pop-up shop at Downtown Disney in Disneyland! Earl of Sandwich This pop-up shop will be located at the west end of Downtown Disney and it plans to open THIS WINTER! Right now, Earl of Sandwich is temporarily located at the former La Brea Bakery location (which closed permanently) and there is a grab-and-go option or a table service option at Earl of Sandwich Tavern. But, it sounds like this spot will have a new home on the West End of Downtown Disney soon. Earl of Sandwich When it comes to sandwiches– The Earl of Sandwich knows what they’re doing. They have a wide array of hot and cold sandwiches to offer, and for the pop-up, they plan to curate a menu full of guest favorites! Kids’ Turkey and Swiss with Tomato Soup at Earl of Sandwich Disney hasn’t released all the details just yet, but keep checking in with us at DFB for any updates! Click here to check out some new treats that are coming to Disneyland! 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 is your go-to order at Earl of Sandwich? Let us know in the comments below! The post A Popular Downtown Disney Restaurant Is Moving to a NEW Spot first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you thought about all the changes happening at Disney World? I mean, really thought about it? ©Disney As you know, there are a TON of changes that have been happening at Disney World. So, we wanted to find out what your thoughts were about which change you were MOST looking forward to. We asked and boy, did you deliver! We reached out to our followers on Facebook to ask: “Which upcoming Disney World change are you MOST looking forward to?” The results were pretty varied. We had quite a few people leave their opinions in the comments. What do you think? Now, let’s dive into the results! 1. Park Hopping (All-Day and No Restrictions) The most excitement in the responses was the change to park hopping! You could park hop to EPCOT via the Monorail quickly from Magic Kingdom Many folks want more flexible and unrestricted park hopping just like they were used to pre-pandemic, where they could visit multiple parks throughout the day without limitations. Those restrictions are being lifted on January 9th, 2024! You said it right when one of you mentioned, “All day park hopping. The 2pm restriction should have been removed months ago.” 2. Price Concerns (Lower Prices/Price Decreases) So many of you mentioned Disney World’s prices! ©Disney As you can imagine price is on many people’s minds especially since, let’s face it, Disney World tickets aren’t cheap. A lot were hoping for lower prices and others expressing concerns about potential price increases. I think this comment sums it up best: “The across the board price cuts once they figure out cutting out anyone not rich is a bad business model.” 3. No More Park Reservations Next up, you brought up the end of the Park Pass Reservation system entirely! ©Disney It might not be an exaggeration to say that there’s been a strong desire to do away with the park pass reservation system since it’s inception. You summed up those feelings when you mentioned, “End of park reservations.” Now, some folks — namely annual passholders — will still need to make park pass reservations, but those of you who have a Disney World vacation booked starting on or after January 9th, 2024, will not! 4. EPCOT Transformation Next, we’ve got the end of the EPCOT transformation! EPCOT construction The ongoing EPCOT renovation project has been generating lots of anticipation, with people eager for the removal of construction walls (finally) and the reveal of all that is new. And we could see that when you said, “EPCOT being back and getting rid of WALLCOT.” Disney execs have promised the walls will be gone by December 2023! 5. Return of the Dining Plan You went all in for this next one. We’re talking about the return of the Disney Dining Plan. SNACK TIME on the Dining Plan: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake from Aloha Isle Several of you mentioned your excitement about the return of dining plans (listen, we are excited too!), which had enhanced your experiences at Disney World in the past. And, your excitement really came through so simply and best in, “Dining Plan returning!” This change also takes effect on January 9th, 2024 — and you can read lots more about the Disney Dining Plan right here! Cinderella Castle at Disney World Those are a lot of changes coming (and ones we hope will come) to Disney World to choose from and we’d love to find out more from you! Until then, keep it right here for all the latest Disney news! 5 Ways Disney World Tickets Will Be DIFFERENT 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 upcoming Disney World change are you MOST looking forward to? Let us know below! The post Disney World Is FINALLY Changing This Rule -- And the Experts Love It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company celebrated their 100 year anniversary last month and it’s not too late for you to grab a souvenir to remember the milestone. Disney100 at EPCOT From fun decor around the Disney parks to unique souvenirs, we’ve seen plenty of ways to celebrate the big year for the Disney company. However, if you haven’t been to the parks during the celebration and are wanting something special from the anniversary collection, we just found this souvenir online for you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Grab this Disney100 Loungefly on shopDisney Right Now! Disney100 Loungefly This Disney100 Mickey Mouse and Friends Loungefly is now available on shopDisney. While we saw it in the parks recently, but now you can get it online. This new Loungefly Mini Backpack is a pretty light purple color, with a pattern of your favorite characters all dressed up in their 100th Anniversary outfits! The back of the bag The bag has platinum details as well which is the signature color for the anniversary. The zipper pull even has a Disney100 medallion. Zipper pull This Loungefly is the perfect way to carry the celebration with you for years to come. Not to mention, how cool would this be to pass down for someone else to use it decades from now? Get yours below! View on shopDisney For more Disney deals, check out our Amazon Storefront below! Click Here for Our Amazon StorefrontThe post 🚨 A NEW Disney 100th Anniversary Loungefly Just Dropped Online! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We don’t love our subscription to Disney+ just for the seemingly endless magical entertainment. ©Disney Did you know that your membership to Disney’s streaming platform can also allow you exclusive access and the occasional early access to special merch? Yep! It’s one of the many perks of a subscription! Well, with the holiday season quickly approaching, Disney+ subscribers now have early access to a fan-favorite Disney collectible. AND it’s holiday-themed! Check it out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you love the Disney collectible keys, you’re in luck! It’s time to get holly and jolly with this new collectible. Grab the 2023 Holiday Collectible Key ©Disney If you’re a fan of Christmas and all things holiday-themed, then this is the key for you. It features an image of Mickey and Minnie decorating a Christmas tree in the middle, and also has ‘2023’ on it so that you always know that you got it from the Christmas season of Disney’s 100th year in business! How neat is that?! Grab it from ShopDisney Well, what do you think? All you have to do is log in to shopDisney with the same email and password that you use on Disney+ in order to grab the key. Make sure to follow along so that you’re never out of the loop when it comes to new merchandise! Shop more Disney merchandise from our Amazon Storefront! The post This Disney Souvenir Is EXCLUSIVE to Disney+ Subscribers first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of our favorite things about the Disney parks is that they constantly evolve, adding new experiences and places to explore! Tree of Life As much as we enjoy our favorite go-to attractions, restaurants, and stores around the Disney parks, there’s something extra special about checking out a brand-new addition in a place we know and love. And if you’re also excited about the prospect of new experiences, we’ve got great news — there are three HUGE new additions coming to the Disney parks that we’ll be checking for progress on in 2024! In a recent security filing, Disney shared that it is looking to invest $60 billion in the Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products segment of the company over the next 10 years. As huge fans of the parks, we’re SO EXCITED to see what that investment might bring! Walt Disney World Monorail In fact, a few recent developments have even given us an idea of where we might see some major changes happening. Here’s where we’ll be keeping our eyes glued for updates in 2024! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Re-Theme At this year’s Destination D23 event, Disney revealed that something exciting is in the works for Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entrance During the event, Disney announced that DinoLand, U.S.A. will be given a brand-new theme, centered around “The Tropical Americas.” While we do know for sure that DinoLand, U.S.A. is getting a permanent re-theme, Disney hasn’t yet confirmed the specifics of what new attractions or characters will appear there. But, during the presentation, there was talk of Encanto and Indiana Jones-themed areas. ©Disney As of right now, we only know for sure that DinoLand, U.S.A. is on its way out and Imagineers are looking to South and Central America for inspiration for the re-themed land because of the high density of animals in those locations. DinoLand We’ll definitely be keeping a close eye on any construction progress or new announcements about what could be in store for Animal Kingdom in the coming year! Disney Dropped 6 Clues About the Teased Encanto and Indiana Jones Lands in Animal Kingdom Magic Kingdom Expansion Animal Kingdom isn’t the only Disney World park in for a big shake-up! Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Josh D’Amaro recently said that Disney has “a wealth of untapped stories to bring to life across our business,” and confirmed that Imagineers are working on a major expansion of the Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Entrance At the 2022 D23 Expo, Disney teased a GIANT expansion for Magic Kingdom. And at the 2023 Destination D23 event, they shared new details on the huge expansion. Possible Land Expansion in Magic Kingdom Shared at 2022 D23 Expo At the Destination D23 event, Chief Creative Officer at Walt Disney Imagineering, Bruce Vaughn, said that the future expansion plans for Magic Kingdom are the “largest ever” for the park. He also shared that Imagineers are looking to tell stories “Beyond Big Thunder Mountain.” Big Thunder Mountain Railroad There were no specifics announced regarding what types of attractions, restaurants, or shows might be added, but it was said that more details are to come in the future. But whatever is coming, it sounds like it will be big — according to the presentation, the stories in the expanded area will be told on a scale similar to things like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Pandora – The World of Avatar, including the addition of new attractions, restaurants, shows, and more! Frontierland Passage This is another huge Disney World project that we’ll be on the lookout for news about in 2024! 9 Things We Hope Disney World Changes in 2024 DisneylandForward We’re headed to the West Coast for our third major Disney parks project of 2024. In 2021, the DisneylandForward project was created to seek updates to the existing restrictions on future building projects in Disneyland, including size, height, and streetscape. Disneyland By updating the existing guidelines, Disney would gain the flexibility needed for future building plans as the land isn’t currently zoned properly for the type of use needed for new projects. Uses and Approvals Updated land use approvals would allow for new attractions without having to replace existing rides that are still popular with guests. Any additions would remain within Disney’s existing nearly 500-acre property. In other words, there is no physical expansion or additional acreage being added to Disneyland Resort. King Arthur Carrousel at Night In May 2023, we finally got some updated news about DisneylandForward when Disneyland President Ken Potrock appeared before the Orange County Forum. At this forum, Disney executives showcased the tourism, tax revenue, and employment benefits for Anaheim that would result from the DisneylandForward proposal. Future plans As reported by the Orange County Register, “a draft environmental impact study is expected to be completed by the summer with the DisneylandForward proposal going before the Anaheim Planning Commission before the end of the year and the City Council in early 2024.” Before Disney can start any construction or move forward, it will need more flexibility and approvals from the city. ©Disney Current plans show that Disney is looking for “mixed-use” flexibility to allow hotel AND entertainment on the same parcel. The proposal also lays out plans for potential “new theme park attractions on the Downtown Disney and Lilo and Stitch parking lots woven amid the Disneyland Hotel and Paradise Pier Hotel,” according to Orange County Register. Disneyland Hotel With several proposals and studies currently expected to be coming in 2024, we’ll be staying tuned for more info about what the future of Disneyland might entail! Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland’s Expansion As fans of the Disney parks, it’s exciting to think about all of the major expansions that are in the works behind the scenes! As we move into 2024, these three projects will be on our radar for any updates about new details and expected timelines. Of course, we’ll be sure to report back with all of the latest news, so keep an eye on DFB to stay in the loop with us! Every Single Disney Ride Opening 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 upcoming Disney expansion are you the most excited to learn more about? Let us know in the comments! The post Three HUGE Disney Park Expansions Are Coming in 2024 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Should you go on a Disney cruise next year? Disney Cruise Line THIS is it — this is THE DFB VIDEO that’s gonna help YOU finally decide if that 2024 Disney Cruise is ACTUALLY gonna be the perfect vacation for you… or NOT. Check out our video below: Should You Go on a Disney Cruise in 2024? Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you been on a Disney cruise? Tell us in the comments. The post DFB Video: Should You Go on a Disney Cruise in 2024? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Grand Avenue is a treasure trove of fun details for Muppets lovers. (Hi, it’s us). Animal goofing off in Muppet*Vision 3D From hidden gems hiding in the theming of PizzeRizzo to character Cast Member plushes that goof around in Muppet*Vision 3D, there are a ton of things to enjoy in this corner of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Lately, Disney has been giving us all kinds of Muppet love. The iconic Miss Piggy fountain has been restored, Kermit merchandise is popping up all over the parks and online, and Muppet Labs have even made their way to the 2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. Now, a classic attraction on Grand Avenue got an upgrade — come take a look! Muppet*Vision 3D, a collaboration between Jim Henson Productions and Walt Disney Imagineering, opened in 1991, giving visitors an opportunity to watch these zany characters show off their new movie-making invention in 3D. Muppet*Vision 3D Recently, Disney has been updating the theater with some new seating. We stopped by this week to check out the new upgrades, which are pretty nice! They are red, like before, but shiny and new. New seats! Previously, the chairs were red but were looking a little dated. The new chairs are made with a pleather-like upholstery, so it seems like these might be easier to upkeep than the old cloth ones. Old seating They were pretty comfortable and gave the theater a fun facelift. We’re excited to see the Muppets getting some well-deserved attention. Our faces when we saw the new seats in Muppet*Vision 3D As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Photos and Reviews: Treats at Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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 is your favorite attraction in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post Something Has CHANGED at an Iconic Attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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