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If you’re in Disney World today, there are a couple of updates that you need to know about! Hollywood Studios at night Usually the Disney World theme parks close fairly late in the evening. Recently, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been closing around 9PM, and Magic Kingdom has been closing around 11PM. However, today both of these theme parks will be closing several hours EARLIER. Today, October 17th, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is closing at 5PM. Due to the early closure, nighttime events and shows, including Fantasmic! and Wonderful World of Animation, will not take place. ©Disney Magic Kingdom is also closing early, at 6PM. This closure is due to a Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party taking place tonight. Magic Kingdom closes at 6PM on every day of the event; here’s a list of the dates for the remaining events of the year: October 17th October 19th October 20th October 22nd October 24th October 26th October 27th October 29th October 31st November 1st On each of those dates, Magic Kingdom will close at 6PM and will not have the Happily Ever After fireworks show. Magic Kingdom If you’re going to either of these theme parks (and you don’t have a ticket to the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tonight), there’s still plenty to do in Disney World in the evening! If you have a Park Hopper ticket (or an Annual Pass), you can hop over to EPCOT or Disney’s Animal Kingdom. EPCOT is open until 9PM (with a showing of the EPCOT Forever fireworks show), and Animal Kingdom closes at 7PM. EPCOT at night If you don’t have Park Hopper, you could head over to Disney Springs to get some tasty snacks and do some shopping. Disney Springs You can also explore one of the many hotels on Disney World property. There are lots of lounges and bars at these hotels, not to mention all the fantastic restaurants. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to see 8 things you can do in Disney World at MIDNIGHT! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you visiting Disney World today? Let us know in the comments. The post ALERT! 🚨 TWO Disney World Parks Will Close EARLY Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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When you wish upon a star, your dreams come true. Magic Kingdom Fireworks And soon, we will be able to see just how true those lyrics will be. Disney will soon be releasing a brand new movie that we’ve already gotten several teasers about. We all know wishing upon a star brings on some true Disney magic and we can’t wait to see what happens in this new movie! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney’s Wish will be coming to theaters on November 22nd! We’ve already seen Asha (the main character) and gotten sneak peeks at what’s to come in this brand-new story about wishes. Asha at D23 Expo Now Disney has announced another way they will be teasing us from now until the official release of the movie. Asha, played by Ariana DeBose, will be releasing a new song this coming Wednesday, October 18th, called “This Wish”! ©Disney But this won’t be the only song from the movie Disney releases ahead of the film’s debut. Nope, they plan to release a new song from the movie every Wednesday from now until November 22nd! ©Disney We got some hits for what the songs will be from Disney: October 18: “This Wish” October 25: November 1: November 8: November: 15: Can you guess the song titles? We’ll be eagerly waiting to hear each of these brand-new songs! ©Disney While we are waiting for each new song to be released and for the opening day of this fun new Disney Animation film, you can now get pre-sale tickets. Head over to Fandango to purchase yours now before they sell out! Get your tickets here! ©Disney We can’t wait to see this cute new Disney film. Disney seems sure that this will be a new beloved classic Disney movie! In the meantime, check out more Disney news at DFB! The 32(!!) Remakes, Reboots, and Sequel Movies in the Works at Disney Right Now 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you looking forward to this new Disney movie? Let us know in the comments! The post Get Tickets NOW To See Disney's NEW 'Wish' Movie! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there is one thing that Disney World tends to get right often, it’s theming. Rainy day in Hollywood Studios From crafting a believable outpost in a galaxy far, far away to serving up comfort classics in a vintage, mid-century dining room, Disney just knows how to make its park elements truly immersive. One of its most heavily-themed restaurants, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, is an expert at storytelling. But, it’s not always known for having the best food in the park. Recently, the restaurant added some new eats to the menu, so I stopped by to see how they measured up. Atmosphere At Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, you’ll be transported back in time to a mid-century drive-in, where you’ll get to watch silly B movies from a bygone era — right from your car — er, booth! Check in at the host stand, and when your car is ready, the host will transport you back in time. Dining room The tables around the dining room are made to look like old convertible cars… Car booths …but there are a few picnic table style tables with better lighting in the back that you can request if you think that would better suit your needs. Picnic tables While you dine, make sure to keep an eye out for fun videos, like clips from Tom & Jerry, The Blob, and a cameo from Walt Disney himself! Look who it is! Let’s take a look at the menu. Menu For drinks, you’ll find a selection of Cosmic Concoctions, Wine, Sangria, and Craft Beer. Drink menu But don’t forget the Milk Shakes! They’re a staple at this old-timey spot, and you can get Oreo Cookie, Chocolate, or Vanilla. For Appetizers, choose from options including Crispy Onion Rings, Fired Dill Pickles, and Sci-Fi Smoked Wings. Menu You also will find a few burgers on the menu! For Entrees, check out the Drive-in BBQ Burger, Classic American Burger, and the Flying Saucer Impossible Burger. There is also a Chicken Salad Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad, and a new Pesto Penne Pasta. See anything you like? Let’s dig in! Eats I got three of the new menu items: Sci Fi-Impossible Nachos, Bánh Mì Burger, and Feature Film Burger. Full Spread The Sci-Fi Impossible Nachos are Fried Tortilla Chips topped with plant-based black bean chili, avocado cream, pico de gallo, and cilantro. These are $13. Impossible Sci-Fi Nachos I was shocked at how tasty these were! The “meat” was tender, flavorful, and a bit spicy. The texture was not quite similar enough to real meat that I would have been fooled, but it was pretty impressive. YUM The black bean chili added a fun, earthy flavor that was complimented well by the bright onions and tomatoes from the pico de gallo. And the chips tasted freshly fried. I would recommend this to anyone, not just those on plant-based diets. Although keep in mind, if you’re not a fan of cilantro, this might not be for you. These were packed with flavor The Bánh Mì Burger, which I ordered for $23, is a grilled house-made pork patty topped with roasted pork belly, pickled vegetables, cucumber, herbs, and a sriracha aïoli. Banh Mi Burger This was a tender, juicy, and herbed patty, topped with delicious pork belly. The pork belly had a little bit of a char, a great salty — almost bacon — flavor. It was a bit fatty, but that’s to be expected with pork belly, and it contributed to the depth of flavor. This was juicy! The savory, heavy components of the pork were complimented perfectly with all of the bright, crunchy veggies. The carrots and cucumbers were fresh and super crunchy with a slight vinegar flavor that was bright and tangy. Lots of crunchy veggies While I enjoyed the sriracha aioli, which was creamy and a little sweet, it didn’t taste spicy to me at all. The bun was soft on the inside but held up well to all of the components. On the side, the steak fries were tasty, soft, and well-salted. Hungry? I was truly surprised by how much I enjoyed this! It is on the pricy side though, at $23, and if you are not a fan of pork or fatty dishes, this one is probably not for you. Last, I had the Feature Film Burger for $25. This is an item that is regularly on the menu, but the ingredients change from time to time. Currently, it is a signature beef blend with house-made seasoning on a brioche bun with shaved pastrami, lettuce, heirloom tomato, and a Carolina mustard sauce. Feature Film Burger The burger was tender with a nice char from the grill on its edges and was well-seasoned with a noticeable garlicky flavor. I also noticed that it was a bit spicy in some bites — possibly from the Pepper Jack cheese. YUM The mustard was sweet and deliciously tangy, and it paired really well with the savory, well-spiced pastrami. The pastrami, which had notes of pepper and coriander, really made the burger pop! This burger is packed! While I originally thought this burger looked like it was going to be dry, it was so juicy and I loved it! Was it worth $25? Well, maybe not on its own, but given the setting, I was more than okay with it. As much as I anticipated being disappointed by it, I honestly was impressed. Overall This menu is pricey for some burgers, fries, and shakes. Is it known as the best food you’ll find in Disney World? Certainly not. But given the choice, I would go again in a heartbeat! Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater The theming is just too fun to pass up, and while the food does seem a bit simple, it was shockingly good. I went into it thinking I would likely feel that the $25 theme park burger was just okay but left with a huge smile on my face. If you’re looking for a fun dining experience and have the time — do not miss this one! Nosh or Not Cruise on down to Sci-Fi Drive-In Theater for the new menu items if… You want a super unique dining experience. You want to eat some classic American food. You want to watch some cool mid-century clips and be transported back in time. So much fun! Drive past this spot if… You want a more elevated meal. You are on a budget. You are on a tight schedule. Make sure to check out these new eats on your next trip! In the meantime, we’ll continue bringing you all the latest Disney news and food reviews, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney Shares Huge UPDATE on the NEW Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Jollywood Nights Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your snack in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post Our SHOCKING Take on the NEW Menu Items at Sci-Fi Dine-In at Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some BIG changes are coming to the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Program! Southwest Airlines at the Orlando Airport Several perks already offered to members of this rewards program are about to get BETTER. Southwest announced that the program will be getting some major updates starting as early as November 2023. Here’s a look at all of the upcoming changes: Earn A-List and A-List Preferred Status FASTER This change starts on January 1st, 2024. Southwest Rapid Rewards Members only need to fly on 20 one-way qualifying flights (or earn 35,000 tier-qualifying points) in order to earn A-List status. Previously, it was 25 flights. ©Southwest In addition, Rapid Rewards Members only need to fly on 40 one-way qualifying flights (or earn 70,000 tier-qualifying points) to earn A-List Preferred status. Previously, it was 50 flights. Being A-List or A-List Preferred gets you some extra perks, like priority boarding, earning bonuses, and free inflight internet. ©Southwest Pay for Your Flights with Cash AND Points Starting in the spring of 2024, you can pay for flights with a combination of cash and points. ©Southwest This option was not offered previously. Earn Points from Your Credit Card Faster If you have the Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Card from Chase, you can earn tier-qualifying points two times faster starting on January 1st, 2024. ©Southwest With this change, Rapid Rewards Credit Cardmembers will get 1,500 points for every $5,000 spent instead of every $10,000 spent. A-List Preferred Members Get Free Premium Drinks There’s also an entirely NEW perk being added for A-List Preferred Members: These members will get two free premium drinks per flight! ©Southwest This change starts on November 6th, 2023. According to PR Newswire, Jonathan Clarkson — Vice President of Marketing at Southwest Airlines — said, “We’re making our award-winning Rapid Rewards program even stronger, by adding new enhancements to our loyalty program, making it even easier for Members to earn and enjoy their benefits. By lowering the tier requirements and making credit card spend count double toward tier requirements, we’re able to deepen engagement with our brand and cobranded credit cards, while maintaining the core program values that our Customers know and love—including unlimited reward seats, no blackout dates, and points that don’t expire.” Southwest If you’re interested in these perks, you can create a Rapid Rewards Member account online at Southwest.com. Stay tuned to DFB for more travel-related news! Click here to find out how Costco members can save big on Southwest flights! Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Are you a Southwest Rapids Reward Member? Let us know in the comments! The post Southwest Airlines Announces BIG CHANGES Coming to Rewards Program first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holiday season is one of our FAVORITE times to visit Disney World. Hollywood Studios Actually, scratch that. It is our favorite time to visit Disney World. With all the holly jolly decor, fun and festive treats, and the holiday parties, it’s an all-around good time. While Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom is typically what folks spend all year looking forward to, we’re feeling lucky to have something NEW to look forward to for 2023. That’s right, we’re talking about Jollywood Nights! For the first time ever, Jollywood Nights is joining the lineup of holiday activities at Disney World. Hosted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll be able to experience holiday-themed entertainment, special snacks, and of course — those lower wait times that we all enjoy at the exclusive parties. Thanks to Scott Gustin, we just found out some NEW details regarding Jollywood Nights. Jollywood Nights First up, Scott tells us that Good Morning America shared all-new concept art for the highly-anticipated stage show at Theater of the Stars featuring the Muppets. We already knew that this show would be hosted by Kermit and Miss Piggy, but now, we can better envision what the vibe of the show will be. Check it out! ©Disney That’s not all, though. Good Morning America also highlighted an image that shows a sneak peek of the costumes that the characters will wear in the parks throughout the night! ©Disney What do you say? Should we coordinate outfits with Minnie and Daisy? We can’t wait to see the gang all dressed up for the holidays! Some nights are already sold out for the parties, but don’t worry — there are still some nights available if you’re hoping to score tickets. We’ll be sure to keep you all updated with more Disney news and events, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for more ways to celebrate the holidays? Click here to check out some MERCH! 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 Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Shares Huge UPDATE on the NEW Holiday Party at Disney's Hollywood Studios -- Jollywood Nights first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You might be surprised by what can get you BANNED from the Disney World theme parks! Magic Kingdom entrance No one wants to get kicked out of The Most Magical Place on Earth, so make sure you know about these 3 unexpected rules before your trip! There are some obvious things that will get you kicked out and potentially banned — for example, you should NOT try to bring in a prohibited item, which includes things like firearms, megaphones, and folding chairs (check out some other banned items here). Don’t bring in a sword You also cannot go into “backstage” areas, so anywhere that’s marked as “Cast Member Only” is not for guests. (The only time you can do that without breaking the rules is during the Keys to the Kingdom tour in Magic Kingdom!) Backstage area But there are also a couple of WEIRD things that you might not think could get you banned from the Disney World theme parks. Dressing Up As a Character Disney World seems like the perfect place to wear your super realistic and elaborate Cinderella costume, right? Unfortunately, doing so might get you kicked out. Cinderella Disney prohibits guests from “posing as or portraying any character in costume.” Anyone visiting the parks who is 14 years old or older may not wear a costume, unless it’s during one of the specially ticketed events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, where different costume rules apply. The runDisney races also have different costume rules. Guest costumes during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party @jordanwilliams.AMC Why is it that you’re not allowed to dress up as your favorite character in the parks? The main problem is that other people might think you’re the actual character (the one Disney hired), and since you don’t actually work for Disney, they can’t control how you portray that character and interact with guests. Moana in EPCOT Cast Members go through a LOT of training before they set foot in the parks as characters, with classes about how to interact with guests, how to handle difficult situations, etc. They know their characters’ stories inside and out, and that’s how they’re able to keep the magic going and interact with little kids in such a way that makes those kids really believe they’re the real characters. Goofy We’re sure that you have a very convincing Cinderella signature, but unfortunately — since you haven’t been hired by Disney and gone through all that training — Disney has to ask you to refrain from wearing your full costume in the parks. Note that this rule does NOT apply to kids ages 13 and younger — you’ll see plenty of little ones dressed up as characters, and that’s totally OK. Kids’ Costume What you CAN do instead of wearing the full costume is Disneybound! DisneyBounding is a common thing in the theme parks. While you cannot wear character costumes, you can wear regular outfits that nod to the characters. @justkrysten For example, if you were “bounding” as Belle, you might wear a yellow sundress (to nod to Belle’s iconic gown) and carry a bright red purse (to nod to the rose in the movie). Bounding as Prince Eric might involve a white shirt, blue pants, a red belt, and a stuffed sheepdog. Princesses! | @erin_isabella_99 To know whether your “bounding” is getting too close to an actual costume, a good rule of thumb could be to ask yourself, “Could a child reasonably mistake me for the real character?” If the answer is yes or maybe, you might want to adjust your outfit. Petting the Wild Animals We’re pretty sure that most people aren’t considering hopping off the safari truck at Kilimanjaro Safaris to run and pet the rhinos. And if you are, please re-think that plan, as it could not only get you kicked out of Disney World but could also lead to serious harm or injury on your part. Logan the baby rhino is super cute, but Logan the baby rhino has a sharp horn and also a very protective mama who doesn’t want random guests running towards her baby. Helloooo little rhino! We want to pet those African Wild Dogs as much as anyone, but it’s just not smart. Kilimanjaro Safaris Since most people know to NOT pet the lions in the Animal Kingdom, Disney’s rule against petting any wildlife might seem kind of ridiculous. However, there are some other animals included in this rule that you might not have thought about. Squirrel Disney’s website states that “feeding, petting, touching, harassing or harming any wildlife, including birds, is prohibited.” One key phrase there is “including birds,” so those adorable Disney ducks that come up to your table while you’re eating at Casey’s Corner are off-limits. They don’t want to be pet, and Disney doesn’t want you to pet them either. Disney ducks You’ll probably see a lot of little critters roaming free during your vacation, including those white birds that really want to steal your food in Animal Kingdom. There might be squirrels running around, too! These animals are often very comfortable with humans (they live in a theme park, after all), but even if they approach you, you still may NOT touch them or feed them. Parrot in Animal Kingdom This rule is for your own safety but also for the safety and comfort of all the cute little animals that call Disney World home. Cutting in Line It’s definitely frowned upon to cut the line at the rides and attractions in Disney World, but you might not know that doing so can actually get you kicked out of the parks. Haunted Mansion line Disney’s website states, “Please show common courtesy to fellow Guests and our Cast Members by not using profanity or engaging in unsafe, illegal, disruptive or offensive behavior, jumping lines or saving places in lines for others.” Line starts here That’s right — cutting in line could get you more than some nasty looks from other guests. You might get kicked out and banned from the parks. Line for Slinky Dog Dash You might be wondering, “Will Disney actually ban me from the theme parks for cutting in line?” And the answer is…maybe! All of these rules are listed on the “Walt Disney World Resort Property Rules” webpage, and that page includes this statement: “We reserve the right to deny admission, prevent entry or require a person already admitted to leave the Walt Disney World Resort or any part thereof, without refund, liability or compensation, for failure to comply with any of these rules, for unsafe, illegal or offensive behavior, to ensure safety, security or order, or if we consider that the circumstances otherwise so require, in our sole and absolute discretion.” Queue So although Disney might not enforce the ban every time, they do have the right to if they decide it’s necessary. The best way to ensure you don’t get kicked out of the parks is simply to not break these rules. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates and tips as you plan your upcoming Disney vacation! Click here to see 10 WEIRD things that are BANNED in Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these rules surprised you? Let us know in the comments. The post 3 Surprising Things That Can Get You BANNED from Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney is pulling out all the stops for the 100th Anniversary celebration! Platinum MICKEY in EPCOT We’ve seen new merchandise, new shows, and new attractions all in preparation for today, October 16th, the official anniversary of the Walt Disney Company. And we doubt they’re close to stopping. We’ve noticed a lot of similarities between this celebration and the 50th Walt Disney World Anniversary celebration. And now something has reappeared in a new way for this big day. Over in EPCOT at the Mexico pavilion, you can stop at two dining locations, San Angel Inn and La Hacienda de San Angel, for some tasty Mexican food. San Angel Inn These two spots have great options for entrées, but today we’re taking a look at one dessert that has made a comeback for the 100th Anniversary. May we present the Templo Delicioso! Templo Delicioso This chocolate temple is filled with dulce de leche ice cream and served atop crispy churros, cajeta, and fresh seasonal fruit. Doesn’t it look amazing? Can we just say that the name Delicious Temple seems incredibly fitting?! Heavenly Once you break into the chocolate, you find the creamy dulce le leche ice cream just waiting to be devoured. It’s everything it’s ‘cracked’ up to be! We might even say this outdoes the Fiesta Pyramid we saw for the 50th Anniversary, but we are big fans of churros, so that might be skewing our opinion. Fiesta Pyramid This 100th Anniversary Templo Delicioso costs $36 and could easily feed two or more people. You can find it at both restaurant locations. It’ll be available until the end of 2024, so hurry to get yours soon! Like we said, this celebration is huge and we are loving everything Disney is bringing to us for it. It’s a celebration of all the magic Walt has brought to us over the past 100 years, and we’re having fun celebrating it. It’s even better when we get delicious treat like this one! For more Disney news, follow the Disney Food Blog! Every EPCOT Table Service Restaurant RANKED Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana Has the Mary Poppins Project at Disney World Been Canceled? What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? SNEAK PEEK at the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to EPCOT Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you try this new 100th Anniversary dessert? Let us know in the comments! The post There's a NEW, GIANT Chocolate Pyramid Dessert in Disney World for the 100th Anniversary! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our social media feeds lately have been Disney World, Eras Tour, Disneyland, Eras Tour, Disney World, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Cinderella Castle Hey, we are NOT complaining! If you didn’t already know, the team here at DFB loves Taylor Swift just about as much as we love Disney World. So… that’s how we got an idea. In honor of October 16th marking 100 whole years of the Walt Disney Company, Disney shared some illustrations created by artist Sam Carter that were showcased at the D23 Royal Anniversary Ball at Walt Disney Studios. These illustrations showcase the different “eras” of the Walt Disney Company, and the gears in our brains started turning. These Disney era illustrations line up perfectly with Taylor Swift’s album eras. So… without further ado: If Disney had an eras tour, THESE would be the album covers. 1920s — “folklore” ©Disney “folklore” served as Taylor Swift’s re-entrance into the world of pop after months spent in isolation throughout quarantine. Throughout the album, she touches on things beautiful, things dark, things nostalgic, and ties it all together with just a bit of magic. In the 1920s, the Walt Disney Company emerged into the world of film — bringing magic into a world full of possibility and uncertainty in the decade that followed World War I. Taylor Swift’s “folklore” and the creation of the Walt Disney Company testify that there are beautiful things that follow the darkest of times. The artwork features lots of black and white, much like “folklore”! Come on, give Steamboat Willie a cardigan and you wouldn’t be able to tell that this wasn’t a “folklore” album shot. 1930s and 1940s — Red (Taylor’s Version) ©Disney It’s miserable and magical, oh yeah! The 1930s and 1940s were dark and troubling times for folks as World War II pressed on. In the midst of it all, there was magic as Disney rolled out more and more classic films that we still know and love today. Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and other classic films were released in the middle of such dark times. This was also the era during which Disney really set the tone for how they’d be perceived for decades to come. In “Red,” Taylor Swift describes both the magical and miserable experience of young adulthood, falling in love, and figuring herself out. 1950s-1970s — 1989 ©Disney Nope, we’re not saving “1989” for the ’80s, even if the whole album is reminiscent of pop music of the decade. The 1950s through 1970s were a crucial time for the Walt Disney Company as they partially reinvented their brand to enter the world of theme park entertainment. “1989” is a fresh twist on nostalgia, just as the Disney Parks were as they brought a dazzling new perspective and experience on the stories that fans fell in love with in previous decades. And we all know by now — Disney made sure then that these classic stories and attractions would never go out of style. 1980s — Lover ©Disney “Lover” was Taylor’s redefining era. She acknowledges her heartbreaks, her trials, and how far she’s come, and she does it with stars in her eyes as she looks forward to the future. The 1980s were when Walt Disney’s dream project came to life, with the opening EPCOT. Much like “Lover”, EPCOT celebrates past, present, and future, and yeah — you can even get starry eyed throughout your ride on Spaceship Earth. Also — these colors? Disney was totally in their Lover era. 1990s and 2000s — Fearless ©Disney “Fearless” was when Taylor Swift took things to the next level with her work. She went from a teen sensation to a mature artist who honed in on her skills — winning awards for the album and tracks. It was an era of promise for the young artist. Similarly, the 1990s and 2000s were when Disney once again stepped things up and broadened horizons by collaborating with Pixar animation studios to showcase a wide variety of fresh, new stories, as well as took things to the sea with Disney Cruise Line. Yeah. Disney was pretty Fearless in the ’90s and early 2000s. 2010s — Midnights ©Disney Well, here we are. In “Midnights”, Taylor acknowledges each of her past selves with a fully-modern voice. She experiments here and does so confidently. Throughout the album, we hear sounds reminiscent of each of her former eras that have brought us to this moment. Similarly, we see nostalgic glimpses of all the magical stories Disney shared in the past — brought to fresh, new light with modern stories. Despite all the battles Disney has undergone, they’ve proven that when it comes to the stories portrayed through film and through the theme parks, they can still make the whole place shimmer. Why did this deep dive into Disney and Taylor Swift history make us kind of emotional? Well, emotions are what those two forces do best, after all. We’ll continue to keep you all updated when it comes to Disney news and fun lil’ things like this, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing! Looking for more things Disney x Taylor Swift? 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these Disney eras? Let us know in the comments! The post If Disney Had an Eras Tour, These Would Be the Album Covers first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Saying we’ve seen some adorable things in Disney World is an understatement. Winnie the Pooh Whether it’s a super sweet character interaction, a character costume that makes our hearts melt, or a million other things that make us tear up, we love to see them all. If you’re as big of a fan of baby ducks as we are, then this will absolutely make your day. While walking around Magic Kingdom today, we spotted Jasmine and Aladdin wandering around saying hello to guests near Jungle Cruise, but it looked like they were following something. Do you see the ducks? That’s when we noticed that they were following some baby ducks! Yes, these baby ducks were headed towards the Jungle Cruise ride, wanting to get in line (we presume), and Aladdin and Jasmine couldn’t help but fawn over them. Heading to the Jungle Cruise! We had to stop to say hello as well! So cute! Remember, if you see Disney ducks in the parks, don’t bother them or feed them! We know, we know, it’s very tempting, but it’s better to just admire them from afar and leave them be (not to mention that it’s actually against the rules to feed or touch them). Disney ducks strolling down Main Street, U.S.A. Feeding animals in the parks causes those animals to rely on humans for food rather than hunt for it on their own, which can be very dangerous. We love Disney ducks! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Want some more adorable news to lighten your day? Check it out! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s the cutest thing you’ve ever seen in Disney? Tell us in the comments! The post Baby Ducks Tried To Ride Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom and Yes It's as Magical as It Sounds first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

September 15th to October 15th was Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, and the Disney Parks marked the celebration in a myriad of ways. From special character sightings to new performances in the parks to brand-new food items, the celebration was certainly a big deal at Disney! ©Disney Well, to add to the celebration, Disney announced that Cinderella’s Royal Table was featuring a new menu item: Creamy Plantain Soup. Even though the soup is gone from this restaurant now, you can make this tasty dish at home! Inspired by Disney World assistant sous chef Suni Quinones Rivera’s Puerto Rican culture and treasured family recipe (her grandmother made her a similar dish when she was sick as a child), this menu item was available at Cinderella’s Royal Table through October 15th — but Disney recently released the recipe online, so here’s how you can make it at home! ©Disney First things first, here’s what you’ll need: INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 cup diced onion 1/2 cup diced carrot 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 green plantains, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 3 tablespoons vegetable soup base 8 cups water 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 bunch cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon salt, plus more, to taste 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more, to taste 6 fried plantain strips 1/4 cups micro cilantro ©Disney Here’s how to make it: Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat for 5 minutes, until hot. Add onion and carrot and sauté for five minutes, until soft. Add garlic and sauté for one minute, until fragrant. Add plantains, vegetable soup base, and water. Bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to summer and cook for 20 minutes, until plantains are soft. Remove from heat. Add cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Pureé with an immersion blender until smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish each bowl with one plantain strip and a few sprigs of micro cilantro. Dining Room at Cinderella’s Royal Table That’s it — now you don’t have to visit Cinderella’s Royal Table to get in on all these flavors! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all things Disney! Click here for more Disney recipes! 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be trying this recipe at home? Let us know in the comments! The post This Menu Item Has DISPPEARED from Cinderella's Royal Table in Magic Kingdom -- But You Can Make It at Home! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

An all-new, first-of-its-kind, bronze statue of Walt Disney sitting on a park bench with Mickey Mouse was unveiled today at Hong Kong Disneyland to coincide with the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company.View the full article

We know a stay in Cinderella Castle is on your bucket list! Here’s your chance to make your dream come true. Our favorite view! The deadline to enter this sweepstakes is almost here. Keep reading to find out how to get in on this amazing giveaway! Cinderella Castle houses a secret Castle Suite that few people actually get to experience. It’s so exclusive that for someone to catch a peek they’d have to donate to a charity or have a special invitation. But thanks to Give Kids the World Village, you have the chance to WIN a night in the Magic Kingdom. ©GiveKidstheWorldVillage October 16th is the deadline for you to enter the “Magical Celebration Vacation Package” that includes a one-night stay within the majestic and charming Cinderella Castle Suite! ©GiveKidstheWorldVillage What else is included in the giveaway? Only over $9,308 (YOWZA!) of total value that includes: A 1-night stay at the Cinderella Castle Suite in Magic Kingdom for up to 4 people Breakfast for up to 4 people at Cinderella’s Royal Table A 2-night resort stay in a standard room at a Deluxe Disney Resort hotel, for up to 4 people 3-day Theme Park Tickets with Park Hoppers for up to 4 people A $500 Disney Gift Card for the winner Domestic coach round-trip airfare for 4 people Our Disney hearts are in awe! ©GiveKidstheWorldVillage There are two ways to enter this sweepstakes. One is by purchasing entries via the Give Kids the World website. All proceeds from those donations will go directly to help make wishes possible for sick children at Give Kids the World Village. ©Give Kids The World Village If you’ve not heard of Give Kids the World Village before, it is an 89-acre nonprofit resort in Kissimmee that provides “week-long, cost-free wish vacations to critically ill children and their families from around the world who want to visit Central Florida.” ©GiveKidstheWorldVillage One entry costs $10, or pay more to get more entries. She’s a beaut! According to the official sweepstake rules, you can also enter without making a purchase by doing the following: “On a 3” x 5” card, handwrite your full name, address, city, state, ZIP code, age, email address, and phone number and place in a standard size envelope with proper postage affixed to earn one (1) entry and mail to: Give Kids the World C/O Promotion Activators “Magical Celebration Vacation Package”, PO Box 595, Social Circle, GA 30025-0595. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by October 16, 2023 and received by October 20, 2023 to be eligible for the prize drawing. Each mail-in entry must be mailed separately.” Don’t let your dream stay pass you by! Make sure to get those entries in no later than October 16th to be entered into a true Disney Princess getaway! GOOD LUCK! Click here for your chance to WIN! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you entered this sweepstakes? Let us know in the comments! The post It's the LAST Day to Win a Stay in Cinderella Castle in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Strolling through Disney Parks and experiencing the joy that comes from the whimsical music, lively atmosphere, and delectable scents, it may seem like nothing short of pixie dust could bring the dazzling experience to life. In reality, a host of cast members – the ones you see and the ones you don’t – work tirelessly […]View the full article

Alert! Even more NEW Disney 100th anniversary merchandise is online now! Time to buy MORE Disney stuff Disney’s been celebrating its 100th anniversary in a big way, with lots of new merchandise coming out for the occasion. Now, there are some new items online that are not quite what we expected at shopDisney — come with us to check it all out and see why a couple of these are making us question Disney’s choices. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. All of the new items are online now, but you’ll want to hurry and get yours soon before they sell out! Get the Mickey and Minnie Disney100 Doll Set ©Disney This Disney100 doll set includes both Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in their platinum and purple best. But we’re not really sure what’s going on with these dolls. In our opinion, they look a bit…creepy. From their shoulders to Minnie’s legs, these two have a strange aesthetic going on! But they do showcase the anniversary well, so maybe we can get over it. View on shopDisney Get the Mickey Mouse Plush by Steiff ©Disney Steiff is a German-based toy company that claims to have created the first-ever factory-made teddy bear. Steiff has worked with Disney on several collections, and their plushes are usually super cute, albeit fairly expensive. This 100th Anniversary Mickey Plush is no exception! View on shopDisney There are also several new items for pre-sale! Get The Mickey Mouse and Friends Fleece Pullover for Kids ©Disney This Columbia fleece pullover is a Disney100 celebration of a classic Mickey and Friends fleece winter sweater. It also has a Disney100 tag sewn on the back to commemorate the occasion. View on shopDisney Get the Mickey Mouse Ear Bucket Hat ©Disney You kids can be ready for the cool days ahead with this fun Mickey Mouse Disney100 bucket hat by Columbia. It includes an adjustable chin strap and coordinates with the above sweater perfectly! View on shopDisney Get the Mickey Mouse Ear Puffer Jacket ©Disney Columbia also has this Disney100 puffy jacket for men on pre-order as well. It’s a very classy jacket with a bit of Disney fun added in! View on shopDisney You can grab this merch online right now, and stay tuned to DFB for even more of the latest Disney news and merchandise drops! Looking for more Disney merch online? Check out our DFB Amazon storefront!The post This Disney 100th Anniversary Souvenir Has Us Questioning Reality first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our Disney100 Anniversary Celebration is in full swing, and what better way to mark this milestone than with a look back at our Disney Parks castles? From Disneyland Park’s debut of Sleeping Beauty Castle in 1955 to the opening of Enchanted Storybook Castle at Shanghai Disneyland in 2016, we’re sharing a behind-the-scenes look at our six iconic centerpiece castles around the world!View the full article

Disney has gone BIG with their celebration of the company’s 100th Anniversary, with new snacks, new merchandise, and even an upcoming new fireworks show! They also marked the event with a new short film that audiences are loving. Disney100 Celebration Recently, Disney’s new 100th anniversary short film premiered on ABC, but what can you do if you missed that live TV premiere? Never fear — we found the solution. Disney’s NEW 100th anniversary short film Once Upon a Studio is now available to stream on Disney+! ©Disney The film is just 12 minutes long but includes tons of beloved Disney characters. The Disney+ description states, “An all-star ensemble of beloved Disney Animation characters come together in “Once Upon a Studio” for a joyful, entertaining and emotional reunion as they assemble for a spectacular group photo to celebrate Disney’s 100th anniversary.” ©Disney Well, we know what we’ll be doing tonight: watching the short film on repeat and trying out best to not cry uncontrollably over the emotional scene with Mickey and Walt. ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to see Disney’s new 100th anniversary “Dream Makers” statue! Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! More Details Revealed About the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! The New 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is HERE 4 Unexpected Announcements for Disney’s 100th Anniversary Refillable Mugs Have CHANGED in Disney World Hotels! Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox -- Click Here to Subscribe Have you seen the new short? Let us know in the comments. The post ALERT! The NEW Disney100 Short Is Now on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

THIS IS A VERY BIG DAY, PASCAL. Journey of Water Okay, wrong movie. But that is how we feel about today’s news. We’re speaking on behalf of Disney fans everywhere when we say that we have been anticipating the OFFICIAL opening of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana in EPCOT’s World Nature — along with a permanent Moana MEET AND GREET. Now, the day is finally here! Today, October 16th, marks the official opening date for Journey of Water AND the new Moana meet-and-greet at EPCOT! Both the attraction and the meet-and-greet soft-opened a few days ago, but now they’re officially open to all guests. Journey of Water opening day Of course, we’re headed to the park to check it out! When we visited the new attraction this morning, we reported back on the CROWDS and the virtual queue. Getting closer! But now we’re on our way to say hello to Moana! When we arrived, we found that the queue for the meet-and-greet had been cut off. There were a lot of people who wanted to meet with her! If this happens to you, you can go back to try again the next time Moana is out. Moana Look on the My Disney Experience app to find out what times she’s coming out each day (it may be a little different day-to-day). When we checked the app, this meet-and-greet wasn’t pulling up on our tip board for the day. Instead, we went to the wait times map, filtered to “EPCOT,” and then extended the drop-down menu and selected “Characters.” How to find Moana From there, we navigated on the map to the Journey of Water attraction and clicked on the Mickey head located right next to it. Click the Mickey head Then we were able to see the times that Moana would be out. Today, she was meeting guests at 9AM, 10:15AM, 1:20PM, and 2:30PM. Moana meet-and-greet times We were still able to see Moana from outside the queue, but we couldn’t join the line to actually meet her. We’ll be trying again later today! There’s a PhotoPass Cast Member Photographer inside the meet-and-greet to take your picture with Moana. PhotoPass Well, we’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more so that you’re always in the loop. Looking for more EPCOT 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be heading to EPCOT soon to meet Moana? Let us know in the comments! The post The NEWEST Character Meet-and-Greet Has Officially OPENED in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For a lot of us, Disney World was a beloved place to visit as a child and has remained a huge part of our lives. Magic Kingdom However, it was a lot more fun when our parents paid for all of our trips. (Shoutout to mom and dad!) As an adult, it can be a little less than magical to finance all these trips. If you’re in the same boat, then what if we told you that there’s a new way to enter to score a FREE Disney trip? Yep, an airline is hosting a Disney vacation sweepstakes, and we have ALL the details. Let’s talk about it! Frontier Airlines is hosting a sweepstakes alongside Visit Orlando to give four people a magical Disney World vacation. Sweepstakes winners will receive four round-trip flights to Orlando, four Disney World park tickets, and a 4-day, 3-night stay at a Disney World hotel! ©Frontier To enter, just visit the Frontier Airlines sweepstakes page, and enter your name, email, and zip code. No purchase is necessary. ©Frontier The sweepstakes ends on October 31st, 2023 at 11:59PM MST. Are you already planning your early 2024 travels? What’s even better is that after you’ve entered using the registration form in the link, you’ll be able to enter an additional time by sharing the sweepstakes information on your social media stories. Are you entering this giveaway? If you’re entering the sweepstakes, good luck! We’ll continue to keep y’all updated with more Disney news and contests, so make sure to follow along for more so that y’all never miss a thing and are always in the loop. Looking for tips while you’re preparing to fly to Disney World? 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you entering to win a Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Enter Now To WIN a 4-Day Disney World Vacation! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is home to some pretty expensive hotels. Four Seasons Hotel The most expensive tier of Disney hotel is the deluxe level, but there are hotels on Disney World property NOT owned by Disney that cost even more. Come with us to explore a room at the Four Seasons Hotel — the most expensive hotel on Disney World property! When you walk in, you’ll notice that the door has two separate locks, and the emergency evacuation plan is on the back of the door. Front Door To the right of the door is a control panel that allows you to turn on and off the lights, ask for privacy, or wake up the room. Fancy! Beside the Door When you start to walk into the room, the bathroom will be on your right. The Bathroom This bathroom has a beautiful double vanity complete with a large well-lit mirror. The Vanity Underneath the vanity, you’ll find helpful products like a scale and hairdryer. Underneath the Sink On the vanity, you’ll find complimentary soaps, tissues, cups, and more. Counter There’s a metal holder filled with nail polish remover, Q-tips, and more. Inside the Container You’ll also notice a TV remote on the vanity. Remote Control That’s to control the TV that is BUILT INTO the mirror! TV inside the mirror The bathtub is located at the back of the bathroom and comes with complimentary soap and hair products. Bathtub The commode is located to the left of the bathtub and has a sliding door that closes it off from the rest of the room. Commode To the left of the commode is a beautiful glass-paneled shower. It also comes stocked with plenty of body wash and hair products, and you can hang your comfortable robe right within arm’s reach. The Shower Finally, you’ll notice there’s also a full-length mirror on the back of the bathroom door. Mirror on the door Once you exit the bathroom, you’ll see the room in full! The room To your immediate right, you’ll notice the coffee bar is ready for you! It’s complete with mugs, coffee, cream, sugar, tea, an ice bucket, and a coffee maker. Coffee Counter But that’s not all — above the coffee bar you’ll find a mini fridge, a safe, and plenty of room to store your own snacks. Fridge and Safe Immediately turning around from the coffee bar, you’ll find the two beds. Beds In between the beds is a bedside table. Bedside Table Don’t forget the slippers you’ll find by your bed! Slippers On the bedside table, you’ll find water bottles, a lamp, a hotel phone, and a digital assistant. There are also outlets to plug in your devices and ask for privacy in the room. On the Table The digital assistant is a great way to help you plan what to do around the hotel. Virtual Assistant There are also small bedside lamps built into the sides of the bed. Bedside light At the end of each bed, you’ll find a footrest that doubles as a seat. And check out those lights underneath the beds! Seats at the End of Beds To the left of the beds, you’ll find another small table, a comfortable chair, and another lamp. Chair Turning left from there, you’ll find yourself facing the balcony! Out to the balcony The balcony is quite narrow, but it can fit two chairs and a table. Plus, it gives you a gorgeous view of the resort and skyline. Balcony Coming back in from the balcony, you’ll face the rest of the room. Other side of the room To the right, you’ll find a wardrobe that can hold your clothes, or whatever else you’d like to put in. Wardrobe To the left of the wardrobe is a table and two chairs, sitting in front of a longer, shorter desk. Table and chairs On the desk, you’ll find a noise machine and a pad of paper and pen. Noise machine and Notepad Plus there’s an additional lamp, more outlets, and another hotel phone. Phone and lamp To the left of the desk and table and chairs, you’ll find the TV sitting on another dresser. All of the drawers open and can be used for storage. TV And let’s not forget the beautiful walk-in closet! This is the best place to hang any clothes that need to be stored without wrinkles. However, you can use the iron and ironing board to get out any undesired creases. Closet This is where you’ll also find the laundry bags to send your dirty clothes away to be washed, as well as a special bag for your shoes. Laundry Bags And that’s a look at the amazing rooms in the Four Seasons Hotel. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! 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 What’s your favorite part about this hotel room? Tell us in the comments below! The post FULL TOUR of the FANCIEST Hotel Room in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has certainly released a ton of iconic merchandise over the years. Cinderella Castle But lately, they’ve really been making it hard to resist adding item after item to our carts! Just when we thought we had escaped the grip of Disney merch, another collection comes out that simply takes the cake. And, we think this new drop might be one of the best yet! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney just dropped the NEW decades collection on shopDisney, and this one is all about the 2000s! Let’s check it out. Grab the Princess and the Frog Loungefly ©Disney The Disney100 Decades collections celebrate different decades of Disney’s film history, so this 2000s Loungefly Bag is all about The Princess and the Frog! ©Disney The backpack shows Louis playing his trumpet with Ray nearby, along with tons of other fireflies. The backpack even glows in the dark! View on shopDisney Snag the Enchanted ears ©Disney These new Minnie ears are themed to Disney’s Enchanted film. They have lace trim and an embroidered Pip decal! View on shopDisney You can also pre-order the Bolt MagicBand+ ©Disney Fans of Disney’s Bolt can get this new MagicBand+ online now! MagicBand+ allows you to interact with the golden statues throughout Disney World, and you’ll experience haptics and lighting effects during the fireworks shows. View on shopDisney And don’t forget about this Emperor’s New Groove plush! ©Disney This new “Yzma as Cat” plush represents the villain from The Emperor’s New Groove — one of the most underrated Disney movies ever, in our humble opinion. Yzma the cant is holding up the potion bottle. View on shopDisney There’s always more merch where that came from — stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Shop More Disney Merch on Our Amazon StorefrontThe post A NEW Disney 100th Anniversary Loungefly Is Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a big day at EPCOT! Happy 100th, Disney! The park is hosting the Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary, Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana has officially opened, and a new park map has debuted. The new park map has some additions that were to be expected — descriptions and illustrations of the new attraction, along with an icon to mark the new Moana meet-and-greet. But one tiny detail has us wondering if Disney is confirming something big about a dining location! For the company’s 100th Anniversary, Disney opened four new bonus booths for the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival — Char & Chop, Wine & Wedge, Bubbles and Brine, and Swirled Showcase. 100th Anniversary booths! Disney has confirmed that these booths would also be sticking around for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, but one detail on the new park map might indicate something more. New map! Swirled Showcase, which took the place of Traveler’s Cafe (an old Starbucks location), now has its own listing under dining locations on the map! Swirled Showcase Seeing as this is the only booth that has an official listing this way, could this mean that the booth is sticking around for longer than the Festival of the Holidays? Since it is set up in a building that was a more permanent structure than the usual Outdoor Kitchens, we could be seeing Swirled Showcase for a bit longer than anticipated. Swirled Showcase — #38 When we talked to a few Cast Members today, none of them had any information for us about what this could mean. We’ll keep an eye out for any updates about this spot, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Disney Is Using a Virtual Queue for the Opening Day of EPCOT’s NEW Moana Attraction — Here’s EVERYTHING You Need To Know Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana Has the Mary Poppins Project at Disney World Been Canceled? What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? SNEAK PEEK at the NEW Fireworks Show Coming to EPCOT Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think will happen with Swirled Showcase at the end of the year? Let us know in the comments below! The post Did Disney Just Drop a CLUE About a New Dining Spot in EPCOT? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The time has FINALLY come! Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana That’s right, Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana is officially OPEN for guests to visit. This long-awaited addition to EPCOT underwent Cast Member, Annual Passholder, and Disney Vacation Club previews, and now it’s finally time for everyone else to join in on the fun. At the previews, we saw crowds SKYROCKET to the point that Cast Members had to utilize a Virtual Queue. Disney also said that the VQ would be used again once the ride opens if needed. Well, today is the day, and we’re ready to check out those crowds! When we first headed into EPCOT, the crowds were moderate. When we entered the park, we realized that the attraction was utilizing the Virtual Queue system — so we were hoping that this would cause the crowds to be a bit more spread out. Come check it out with us! The crowds grew a bit thicker the closer we got to the attraction. However, the crowd levels were much better than what we were expecting. When we arrived, we noticed that the Virtual Queue was moving quickly and orderly. It wasn’t crowded at all! Getting closer! After the park had been open for only 45 minutes, 18 boarding groups had already been called. So, it’s safe to say that things were moving relatively quickly. From the time that our boarding group was called, we waited 20 minutes before we were able to enter. We waited about 20 minutes until we were able to enter! Throughout the attraction, crowds were moderate and pretty orderly. Definitely not the madness we were expecting from an attraction’s opening day! Of course, the line was long once our boarding group was called, but as we mentioned — it moved pretty darn quickly. 20 minutes for a line like this isn’t bad at all! The VQ So… if you’re wanting to get to experience this attraction as quickly as possible, we recommend getting to EPCOT as soon as you can in the morning. Plan to arrive around 8:45AM, and then after you are in the park, plan to grab that VQ as soon as 9AM hits. This way, you’ll hopefully be among the first groups of folks to enter the attraction. Journey of Water opening day So, if you’re visiting Journey of Water soon, make sure to prepare for …… We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news as we have it, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more about this brand-new attraction? Click here! Are you planning to visit the Journey of Water attraction soon? Let us know in the comments! The post The CROWDS on the Opening Day of EPCOT's New Moana Attraction SURPRISED Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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