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We can’t wait to go down to the Bayou! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Next year, Magic Kingdom and Disneyland are slated to open Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, a new attraction based on Disney’s The Princess and the Frog (2009). The ride replaces Splash Mountain and follows Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure as they prepare for a Mardis Gras performance. We’ve been given several updates since the original announcement — and now we have a brand new artistic update to SHARE WITH YOU! As the Disney Parks continue to make progress on construction for the new attraction, Disney released some new information this week about what some of the queue will look like! Per Disney, it looks like some colorful murals and other works of art inspired by The Princess and the Frog and the spirit of Louisiana will adorn the walls of the queue! ©Disney The newest mural was designed by Lousiana native artist Malaika Favorite and will be featured in the queues of both Disney World and Disneyland’s new attraction. Inspired by art found throughout New Orleans, this queue art serves as an introduction to the story of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Carmen Smith, Senior Vice President of Creative Development – Product/Content & Inclusive Strategies, wrote that this art is meant to preserve “the authenticity of Princess Tiana’s experience as a young Black woman striving to achieve her dream in the soulful backdrop of New Orleans”. In Disney’s search to do that, it made sense to use Favorite to bring that vision to life. A mural! Favorite’s mural continues the storyline from the movie and features a collage of scenes displayed on two of the building’s exterior walls. The scenes represent the creation of Tiana’s Foods while showcasing Tiana’s professional journey. According to Smith, the mural reflects the elements of “family, friends, food, music, art, and bringing folks together.” Another mural! Magic Kingdom and Disneyland guests will get to experience these murals when the ride opens at both parks in late 2024. So far, we’re liking what we’re seeing from the infusion of The Princess and the Frog into the Disney Parks! We have been incredibly excited about the inclusion of the attraction since its announcement and can’t wait to get on the ride ourselves. As more news unfolds regarding attraction construction and development, we’ll be sure to bring you the latest! NEW Changes Are Happening at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are you looking forward to seeing most with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW LOOK and Details Revealed for Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Waiting until 2 p.m. to park hop is over at Walt Disney World in 2024! Disney Announced Yesterday (11 Oct. 2023): Beginning Jan. 9, 2024, guests with a ticket with Park Hopper benefits or an Annual Pass will be able to once again visit another theme park at any time of day during park hours […] The post Unrestricted Park Hopping Returns to Walt Disney World in 2024! appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

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C’est magnifique! Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Paris When talking about French food, fast food is usually absent from the conversation. That being said, quick service delicacies have become prominent at Disney Parks around the world, and Disneyland Paris is no exception. In fact, the Parisian park just announced a NEW fast food restaurant! Disneyland Paris’ Disney Village (the French version of Disney Springs and Downtown Disney) is in the process of a multi-year makeover and just this week, Disney announced the complete overhaul of a restaurant already in Disney Village. Surprisingly, this restaurant isn’t a French powerhouse, but instead, the American juggernaut McDonald’s. While a McDo (as the French call it) already exists in Disney Village, this new one is on a completely different scale and will be built next door. The new McDonald’s is expected to open in early 2026 while the old restaurant will continue to be in operation until the opening of the new establishment. ©Disney As Europe’s top theme park destination, Disneyland Paris has partnered with McDonald’s since 1999, and the partners are building this massive new restaurant to offer a different experience for their visitors. The new McDonald’s restaurant is scheduled to begin construction in September of 2024 and boasts an innovative architectural design made exclusively for Disneyland Paris. This new restaurant is part of a Disney Village transformation that aims to “renew the guest experience by combining the best of Disney know-how with attractive family concepts, and a completely reinvented design,” per Disney. ©Disney This new Disneyland Paris McDonald’s is still quite a few years away, but we’re excited to see how it separates itself from the rest of the McDonald’s restaurants across the world and at the Disney Parks. In the meantime, stay tuned at DFB for all the latest Disney Parks news! McDonald’s Announces 2 NEW SAUCES Coming Soon! 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 Do you think this new McDonald’s will be worth trying at Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! The post McDonald's Is Getting a MASSIVE Upgrade at One Disney Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We don’t know about you, but we’re thinking Disney merchandise plus sales equals total and complete bliss — are we right? Let’s get ready to save some money on merch! Well, get your wallets ready (though when it comes to Disney, aren’t they always?) because Disney just dropped some seriously awesome news: Right now, you can get 25% off orders of $100+ online at shopDisney! Let’s check out some of the items we spotted online that you can get during the sale. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. To access the 25% off sale, you must spend $100 or more and use the code SAVEMORE at checkout. But you’ll need to hurry — the deals only last through Sunday, October 15th! Get your online shopping fingers ready, and let’s do this! Get these Minnie Mouse Icon Slippers! ©Disney These slippers are made of signature super soft CozyChic® yarn, have memory foam padding and a rubber sole, and will make the Disney fan’s indoor or outdoor lounging, well, simply ICONIC. View on ShopDisney Celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary with style with this light-up Loungefly backpack! Disney100 Finale Loungefly backpack Obviously, the Disney backpack is a way of life, and Loungefly is at it again with the most ridiculously cute light-up backpack celebrating Disney’s 100th Anniversary! You can grab it during the sale and celebrate the anniversary of your favorite brand for as long as you want! Check it out on shopDisney This Munchlings Advent Calendar will make the holidays a little cuter! ©Disney If you’re in the mood for the totally adorable and seriously snuggly, you can get this super cute Munchlings Plush Seasons Sweetings 12-Day Advent Calendar, and count down to the holidays with a different micro-plush each day! Check them out on shopDisney! Preorder this Mickey Ear Headband because a Mickey snowman is cuter than ever! ©Disney This holiday ear headband puts the “snow” in “there’s snow place like Disney!” It has two soft plush Mickey heads topped with Santa hats and accented with colorful scarves. It’s part of the Disney Classics Christmas Collection. It will be available on October 30th, but you can pre-order now. Get them on shopDisney! We have a feeling your day just got a little bit brighter — ours definitely did. Happy Disney Shopping! Well, happy for you — as for your wallet, you may actually see tears! Looking for more Disney merch online? Check out our Amazon storefront!The post Get 25% Off Disney Merch for a Limited Time With This NEW Sale! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a bunch of Disney World restaurants you can visit while on vacation. Magic Kingdom Changing up where you eat while at Disney can be a good thing, but as they say — if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. You may go to a restaurant for the price. Another you may visit for the amazing food. Maybe it’s the incredible view you enjoy while eating your meal that keeps you going back to that one restaurant? Here is our unapologetic list of Disney World restaurants we will never stop going to. For Breakfast Most restaurants at Disney serve a pretty standard breakfast — eggs, bacon, and Mickey waffles. But Kona Cafe breaks out of that shell. While they do have traditional offerings, they are known for a few specific dishes that you won’t find at the others. Kona Cafe Kona Cafe is known for Tonga Toast and Macadamia Nut Pancakes for breakfast. While you can grab the Tonga Toast at Capt. Cook’s, it does not come with that delicious strawberry compote, which is the icing on the cake (kinda) for this dish. Tonga Toast This alone is enough to keep us coming back. But being able to eat here and then hop on the monorail to Magic Kingdom is an added bonus. Read Our Latest Kona Cafe Review Here For Lunch When we’re in the parks, our reporters love heading to Satu’li Canteen when in Animal Kingdom. This quick service location is found in Pandora and has stolen our hearts. It sets the bar pretty high for quick-service restaurants at Disney World. Satu’li Canteen The menu is “inspired by Pandora’s bounty,” with an international influence to the cuisine. Customizable bowls and Steamed Pods (twists on Bao Buns) along with unique drinks and desserts are available at this lunch and dinner spot. Garlic Shrimp Bowl You can mobile order here, which we recommend, because it can get pretty busy during meal times. Read Our Latest Review of Satu’li Canteen Here For Dinner Head to Disney Springs for one restaurant that we always feel at home at — Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. Celebrity Chef Art Smith (known as a BBQ Pitmaster Judge, author of Art Smith’s Healthy Comfort and other cookbooks, founder of Art and Soul in Washington, D.C. and Table Fifty-Two in Chicago, and former Chef to Oprah Winfrey) celebrates Southern and Floridian cuisine and “farm-to-fork” food at his Disney Springs restaurant. Homecomin’ You can grab some comfort food dishes here like the Fried Chicken and Doughnuts. Chicken & Doughnuts Reservations can be hard to come by so be sure to grab one 60 days before your trip. Read Our Latest Homecomin’ Review Here For a Character Meal For a character meal, there’s one we just love — Garden Grill. Located in The Land pavilion in EPCOT, Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant is hosted by the friendliest chipmunks around… and they’re joined by none other than Mickey Mouse and Pluto! These four characters provide ample entertainment at this family-style restaurant. Mickey at Garden Grill The food is served tableside in skillets here, and it’s an all-you-can-eat feast with your family for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Family-Style Dining at Garden Grill The food here is consistently good, especially for character dining. Plus how cute is Farmer Mickey? See Our Latest Garden Grill Review Here For the Family Head over to Wilderness Lodge to Whispering Canyon Cafe for a good time. With a crew of wayward servers with their minds made up to make you laugh and all-you-can-eat down home grub served skillet-style (guests may also choose from a la carte selections), this restaurant is a great one to book for a casual good time — especially if you’re with a group! Whispering Canyon The servers joke around with you and your kids can even participate in a horse race. Full Spread Don’t forget to ask for KETCHUP — if you know, you know. See Our Latest Whispering Canyon Review Here For more Disney restaurant tips and news, follow us at DFB. The ONE Thing You Must Try from EVERY SINGLE Disney World Table Service Restaurant 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 is one Disney World restaurant you won’t stop going to? Let us know in the comments below. The post We Absolutely REFUSE To Stop Eating At This Disney World Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One thing that makes Disneyland such a happy place is that random things can happen at any time. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland You could turn around and BOOM — Jack and Sally are suddenly walking beside you. Or maybe you’re on Haunted Mansion Holiday and your Doom Buggy stops during the ballroom scene (the best time to be stuck on a ride). Maybe you’re wandering Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and you bump into the Mandalorian and Grogu. Or maybe, just maybe, you see the CUTEST thing ever in Batuu: a band of wandering droids. They’re so fun and also low-key super adorable, too. So next time you find yourself visiting Disneyland, you might want to keep an eye out for its new littlest visitors. They’ll be happy to see you (and you’ll be happy to see them, we bet!). In the meantime, you can also still run into Ahsoka as well as Hera and Chopper in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, so keep an eye out for them, too. We’ll keep you updated on any other Disneyland happenings, so stay tuned to DFB for more. The Most Important Rides To Rope Drop at Each Disneyland Park 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 do you think of this new addition to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post People Are LOVING Disney's New Wandering Droids -- You've Gotta See Why first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Being a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) member comes with its share of perks. Tree of Life We’re not even talking about being able to book stays at Disney World properties around the world (although that is certainly a benefit of membership). DVC members also get access to exclusive merchandise, previews of new attractions, and more. DVC members also get access to an exclusive after-hours event in Disney World, called Moonlight Magic — and a new event is coming up soon! Moonlight Magic is an after-hours event held on select dates throughout the year that is FREE to DVC members. Well, a NEW Moonlight Magic event is now scheduled for December 13th in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Moonlight Magic popcorn bucket During the event, DVC members can visit Animal Kingdom after it has closed to the public. There will be special activities, entertainment, complimentary food, and more, as well as shorter lines for attractions. All you have to do to attend is be a DVC member and register in advance. Animal Kingdom at night To register for the event, you’ll need to do so within the registration window. When that window opens, you’ll visit the DVC website and select “RSVP Online.” Be sure to have your DVC member number ready. You’ll enter a virtual waiting room, and when it’s your time, you’ll be sent to the registration form to sign up. Moonlight Magic 2022 Early registration opens on November 28th — this is for DVC members with existing resort reservations at Disney World or Disney’s Vero Beach Resort. General Registration for eligible DVC members opens on December 5th, pending availability. Note that walk-ins are not permitted for this Moonlight Magic event. Stay tuned to DFB for more news! Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Why Some People are Quitting the Disney Vacation Club 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 Will you be attending the Moonlight Magic event in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW DATE Announced for the EXCLUSIVE Moonlight Magic Event in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar draws in Disney fans because of their delicious tiki-themed drinks, ambiance, and highly sought-after specialty mugs! Trader Sam’s in Disneyland Whether it’s a tiki-themed mug or a mug based off of a popular Disneyland attraction, Trader Sam sure does know how to draw in diehard collectors. Now, Disney has teased that a NEW mug is coming soon! Trader Sam has traveled all the way back from the Caspian Sea to bring collectors “a mug that will leave you speechless”! Disney Parks on X (formally known as Twitter) has teased an Ursula-inspired mug that will have The Little Mermaid fans flocking. Just in time for the spooky season, the beloved villain Ursula has her tentacles wrapped around your favorite drink and Ariel’s voice trapped inside a glowing orb! ©Disney With the teaser came no information about a release date or how long we could expect the mug to be available, so we’ll be watching for more updates. Trader Sam Recently, some of Trader Sam’s collector mugs have only been available via Mobile Order on the Disneyland App. We don’t know yet if that will be the case for this new mug. Mobile Order With this preview, we are sure the mug release isn’t too far behind, so we will definitely bring you the latest release news along with any additional details we can get our hands on! Click here to find out if we think Trader Sam’s is worth the wait! 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 Do you plan on adding the new Trader Sam’s Ursula mug to your collection? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! A NEW Disney Tiki Mug Is Coming to Trader Sam's! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While visiting the theme parks at Disney World is fun and all, there’s plenty MORE fun to be had back at the hotel. Disney’s Grand Floridian Disney World hotels are filled with super immersive theming, some great shops, and even restaurants to indulge in some themed cuisine after a day in the parks. One hotel perk that we believe is slept on by many Disney World visitors is the POOL BAR! No matter the temperature or time of year, you can always hang out by the pool bars and chat around some cocktails and small bites. While many pool bars require you to be staying at that hotel to be able to enter the pool gate and even approach the bar, many bars have walkup windows outside the gate or are located outside of the gate entirely. This means that you can walk up whenever, and you don’t even need to be staying at that hotel to have some drinks there. This post will highlight all of the spots that you can visit regardless of hotel reservations, all to create the ULTIMATE Disney World pool bar crawl. Let’s go! Barefoot Pool Bar Located at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at the Lava Pool, Barefoot has a walk-up window that allows anyone to indulge here. Barefoot Pool Bar Here, we recommend the Voyager drink, and you can even get fan-favorites like Mango Margaritas and other tiki drinks. Yep, you can even get some served up in a coconut! For food, we enjoyed the Fried Wonton Chips, Black Pepper Parmesan Chicken Wings, and the Grilled Chicken Avocado Wrap. If you’re looking for more of a tiki, beachy vibe, this is the pool bar for you! Bar Riva Bar Riva is located right next to the pool at Disney’s Riviera Resort and has indoor seating. This is a European/Mediterranean bar and eatery that provides light nourishment while you lounge. Bar Riva Here, we like the Burrata Salad and the Vegetable Skewers. Oh, and did we mention that you can enjoy BAKED BRIE here? Yep, it’s a winner! We like coming here for food, but there are also plenty of cocktails to choose from. The Drop Off Located at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, The Drop Off is located next to the hotel’s main pool area — the Big Blue Pool. The Drop Off This is a great spot for drinks, and even has a spiked POG juice drink — Frozen POG Juice Rum Punch.We also enjoyed the Spiked Hibiscus Lemonade! Hurricane Hannas Waterside Bar and Grill Hurricane Hannas is located just outside the pool area at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Here, you’ll have a great view of Stormalong Bay and Crescent Lake! Storm Chaser and Souvenir Cup The last time we were here, we enjoyed the gigantic Storm Chaser cocktail. Another thing we enjoy about dining here is that you can actually get kids meals that are served in a pail! Then, you have a meal AND a pool toy! Well, what do you think? Will you be enjoying any of these pool bars soon? We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news and advice, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing and are always in the loop. Interested in more Disney World pool news? Click here! 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! Have you ever visited any of these pool bars? Let us know in the comments! The post The ULTIMATE Disney World Pool Bar Crawl first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The newest Marvel movie is coming out soon! ©Marvel Marvel has come out with lots of new content lately, not the least of which is season 2 of the popular Loki show on Disney+. But the next Marvel story is arriving on the big screen! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Marvels is coming out in theaters on November 10th, and you can purchase your tickets NOW! ©Marvel This movie features Captain Marvel, who “has reclaimed her identity from the tyrannical Kree and taken revenge on the Supreme Intelligence.” But there’s a problem — she must face the consequences as the universe destabilizes and her powers become mixed up with two other heroes. The three heroes together form the Marvels. ©Marvel Make sure to get your tickets soon so that you’re ready to watch the new movie when it hits theaters next month! Buy your tickets here! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to shop for Disney merch online at our Amazon storefront!The post Get Your Tickets NOW for the NEW Marvel Movie Coming to Theaters Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ready or not, the holidays are well on their way! Are you ready to get holly and jolly? With Halloween only a couple short weeks away, the time is NOW to stock up on holiday gifts and decor before everyone else starts grabbing all the things you have your eye on. If you’re a Disney fan, one of our FAVORITE places to score Disney-inspired holiday decor and gifts isn’t in the parks, or even online at shopDisney. Sure, those are great places to grab some things, but the real jackpot can be found on AMAZON. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Disney Holiday Shop is now LIVE on Amazon, and it’s where you can find TONS of apparel, decor, and even gifts for the Disney fans in your life. Grab your red hat, ’cause it’s time to play Santa! Grab the Mickey Wall Decor ©Amazon This could make the perfect wall or shelf decor as you celebrate the holiday season! It features an adorable image of Mickey in a wreath. Grab it from Amazon Grab the Mickey Mouse Stemless Wine Glasses ©Amazon If you’re hosting a holiday party among your Disney-loving pals this year, these stemless wine glasses could make the PERFECT addition to your glassware collection. Grab it from Amazon Grab the Holiday Express Decor ©Amazon Spruce up your shelves or side tables this holiday season with this little Holiday Express figurine! Don’t Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto look so jolly? Grab it from Amazon Grab the Mickey Mouse Club House Decor ©Amazon Seeing the Mickey Mouse Club House decorated for Christmas is our new favorite thing EVER. You can get one of your own to place on your shelves or tables. Grab it from Amazon Grab the Disney100 Advent Calendar ©Amazon This Disney100 Advent Calendar comes with 24 days of exciting Disney tales. That’s right, this one is a storybook library! Grab it from Amazon Grab the Mickey and Friends Advent Calendar ©Amazon This advent calendar comes with a large hardcover storybook that allows you to follow along and open the calendar dates to reveal ornaments based not the story. So cute! Grab it from Amazon Funko Pop! Advent Calendar ©Amazon If you can’t resist a Funko Pop!, this is the advent calendar for you. It comes with 24 holiday-inspired figurines — all Disney characters, of course! Grab it from Amazon Grab the Mickey Merry Christmas Tee ©Amazon This tee could be a great way to spread some cheer in the parks this winter! It says ‘Merry Christmas’ and features a vintage-inspired Mickey looking rather dashing in his scarf. Grab it from Amazon Grab the Minnie Mouse Snowflake Icon Tee ©Amazon This Minnie Mouse icon is made up of festive snowflakes! This would be a great park tee for the winter as t would match a wide variety of outfits. Grab it from Amazon Grab the Disney ‘Ho Ho Ho’ Tee ©Amazon This tee features ‘Ho ho ho’ written in various holiday icons, and of course, a Mickey icon ornament! Grab it from Amazon Grab the LEGO DUPLO Disney Magic Castle ©Amazon This could be a great gift for your little ones who love Disney and building things! It comes with a set to build the castle as well as Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and even Figaro figurines! Grab it from Amazon Grab the Minnie Mouse Water Bottle ©Amazon This could be a great stocking stuffer! This monochromatic bottle features an all-over Minnie Mouse icon print! Grab it from Amazon Disney Lite-Brite Set ©Amazon Okay, can you say NOSTALGIA? This Lite-Brite set comes with 12 Disney-inspired templates as well as 900 pegs. This could be a great way to show your kiddos what YOU played with as a kid! Grab it from Amazon And there you have it! We’ll be sure to keep you all updated with more Disney news and merchandise as we find it, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Did you know that we have an Amazon Storefront? Click here to shop! The post IT’S HERE. The Amazon Disney Holiday Shop Is LIVE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To say that a lot is happening at Disney World right now would be an understatement. Disney’s Polynesian Village A new attraction just opened at EPCOT PLUS that park will soon have its multi-year transformation complete. New restaurants are coming to the resort, too! However, we’ve been keeping a close eye on one specific project to see how it’s been coming along, so let’s head on over to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to check in. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting some brand new Disney Vacation Club villas, and we’ve been following the construction progress since it first began. The last time we checked in, a LOT of the structure for the building was already in place. It’s wild to see how far this project has come along. Here’s what it looked like a couple of months ago: The new towers! Well, here’s a more recent photo of the construction of the towers — do you notice anything different? What’s this? As you may have seen, Disney has installed windows on a LOT of the building — in fact, there are windows on most of the exterior that we can see right now. Windows! Now that the basic structure is almost complete, we’ll probably see more of these additions to the buildings moving forward. Another view Of course, there’s still a LOT more work to be done. Disney has stated that this project will be finished in late 2024. Here’s everything we know about new hotel rooms! As always, we’ll keep an eye on construction and keep you updated as the project continues. So stay tuned to DFB for more. Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, check out our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. 17 Hotels That Will Save You Time 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 What do you think of the progress on the DVC villas so far? Let us know in the comments! The post Check Out Recent CHANGES at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Expansion first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey! Have you noticed all the Disney merch that is on sale right now?! Halloween in Magic Kingdom We surely don’t want you to miss even a single opportunity to help you save on your next Disney merch purchases! So, we pulled together a list of the deals on the merch and the other essentials you’ve been looking for. Let’s go! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. With so many sales happening at shopDisney right now we’ve got to just jump right in. Let’s go! First things first, since October is here, you’ll want to keep an eye on “October’s 31 Days of Deals.” ©Disney There’s a different sale every day, so keep those eyes peeled! View on shopDisney Next, check out the “30% Off Halloween Clothing, Toys, and More” sale. ©Disney Don’t miss out on them. They’ll go quick! View on shopDisney Next, check out the “Kids’ Tees & Sleep Savings Event.” ©Disney You can get Kids’ Tees starting at $16. ©Disney They usually go for anywhere between $22.99 and $34.99, so you’ll appreciate those deals! View on shopDisney The Kids’ Sleep is also starting at $18. ©Disney They also typically go for $24.99 – $34.99, so don’t miss out on them! View on shopDisney Shop this Walt Disney World Castle Starbucks Tote Bag for $16 with any purchase ©Disney Here’s what it looks like folded up in its carrying pouch: ©Disney It’s lightweight, folds incredibly small, and can hold all your park essentials. What more could you want?! Also, there’s a Disneyland version too! View on shopDisney We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. For additional savings, there’s a code for free shipping on orders of $75 or more — just type in SHIPMAGIC at checkout in the promos section. ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise news! Click here to view our Amazon Storefront Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 HUGE Disney Sales Are Happening Online Right NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alert! A restaurant is going to REOPEN soon in Disney World! Ocean-inspired Charcuterie Board Narcoossee’s is a table service restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. It’s been temporarily closed since mid-September 2023, but now we finally know when it’ll reopen! Reservations for Narcoossee’s are OPEN for Friday, October 13th! We previously saw opening times for this restaurant on the 15th, but now those openings have been pushed forward. ©Disney Narcoossee’s had an extended closure in late 2022 and earlier this year as Disney redesigned the entire restaurant and updated the menu. It reopened with all the updates in April before closing again for a short time from mid-September to mid-October. Disney said that this short closure was for “a few more equipment updates.” Narcoossee’s This sit-down restaurant has a beautiful interior, and if you’re sitting near the windows, you can get a great view over Seven Seas Lagoon. It is a signature restaurant, so guests are asked to dress a little nicer, and you can expect higher prices there than at non-signature spots (most entrées are in the $40-$50 range). Blackened Redfish The menu features mainly seafood dishes, such as Shrimp and Grits, Blackened Redfish, and Plancha-Seared Scallops & Parisian Gnocchi. Full spread at Narcoossee’s upon reopening However, there are some other options if you’re not into fish! You can get the Dry-aged Pork Rib-Eye Chop or the Roasted Vegetable Paella. Click here for our latest review of Narcoossee’s. We recommend grabbing these reservations ASAP if you’re hoping to dine here. They’ll probably go FAST. We’ll continue to watch for more updates from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see the two BEST things on the menu at Narcoossee’s! 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! Are you a fan of Narcoossee’s? Let us know in the comments. The post HURRY! Reservations Are NOW OPEN for Narcoossee's in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whenever you find yourself in Disney World, looking at the finer details can enhance your experience and create a long-lasting memory! Main Street, U.S.A. Here at DFB, we’re always on the lookout for hidden details and locations! While we leave no stone unturned, sometimes the best-hidden details are found RIGHT UNDER OUR NOSES. That seems to be the case with this latest hidden detail we found at Magic Kingdom! Before we show you this cool hidden detail, we want to make sure you know about our FREE Magic Kingdom checklist. With this list in hand, you won’t miss anything in the park! Just enter your email and we’ll send it straight to your inbox. This table is themed to look like the popular magic trick where a magician’s assistant gets SAWED IN HALF! How cool (creepy) is that?! Creepy! Complete with the locks and holes, this table is LEGIT. It’s also quite fitting that this box serves as the base for some Mickey Halloween merchandise. Magician’s table Check out this table the next time you’re in Magic Kingdom! So cool! Curtain Call sells a wide selection of headwear, apparel, plushes, and toys. If you’re feeling inspired and are now in the market for a box to cut your friend in half, we advise abandoning that dream and leaving it to the professionals! Don’t Let This Magic Kingdom Store CHANGE Catch You Off Guard If you want all the latest Disney World news and tips, no need to cast a spell or perform a magic trick — we’ve already got you covered for all things Disney here at DFB! 3 Huge Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom 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! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you think this table at Curtain Call is cool or a little too creepy? Let us know in the comments! The post Have You Noticed This HIDDEN Detail on Main Street, U.S.A., in Magic Kingdom? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Disney/DeSantis feud has been ongoing for quite a while now. Cinderella Castle From Disney opposing Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill to Gov. DeSantis dissolving the Reedy Creek Improvement District, the two have been in an ongoing battle. Disney is currently in the process of suing Ron DeSantis for what they say is retaliation against the company and an infringement on its right to free speech. Now, a neighboring theme park just added a new pawn in this game. While Disney has been removed of its special taxing district, another theme park has been approved for one. According to The Street, Universal Orlando had recently filed for a special taxing district “that includes 719 acres and encompasses Universal’s new Epic Universe theme park that’s under construction and 13 acres for a new SunRail train station on Destination Parkway.” Universal Orlando On October 10th, the Orange County (Fla.) The Board of County Commissioners voted to approve this district now called The Shingle Creek Transit & Utility Community Development District. Not only did Universal Orlando get approved for a special taxing district, but all of the board members are Universal Orlando employees, including Bradley Goeb, Bryan Julian, Erica Klostermeier, John Hanebrink, and Teresa Crews. Universal Orlando If you recall, the previous Reedy Creek Improvement District board of supervisors was also made up of Disney employees. However, that was changed as they were removed and replaced. The special taxing district Disney was part of was changed to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board, and the board was hand-picked by Gov. DeSantis. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline What’s interesting about this is that we remember DeSantis stating this about Disney: “We’re not going to have a corporation controlling its own government…That’s going to be reverted to the state. I’d rather it be the local [governments], but I don’t think that they’re prepared for it. So the state is going to have a board to run it.” He made this statement at a news conference in Tallahassee. But now, he’s approving a massive theme park to do just that. ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis DeSantis said that he’s “making sure [Disney is] paying their fair share of taxes and paying the debt.” However, he seems unconcerned that Universal has been approved for a special taxing district, and there are currently almost 2,000 other special districts in Florida that he has not attacked. Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek We’ll be interested to see how this progresses. For more Disney news, follow DFB! 10 Controversial Things Bob Iger Has Said About Disney’s Alleged ‘Woke Agenda’ 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 about this new update? Let us know in the comments! The post Universal Approved for New Special Taxing District in Florida After DeSantis Took It Away from Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been giving us ALL the new snacks to try, and we’re not complaining. Just hangin’ out in Animal Kingdom In fact, Disney has announced 19 new snacks are coming to the park, and we’re trying another one of them right here to tell you if it’s worth your hard-earned money! We headed over to Tamu Tamu Refreshments to try the new DOLE Whip Pineapple Hard Cider Float for $14. It’s made of DOLE Whip Pineapple served over ACE Pineapple Craft Cider (so this treat does contain alcohol). DOLE Whip Pineapple Hard Cider Float This was a wild ride. The cider created bubbles and almost a vacuum effect, sucking down the DOLE Whip and causing the cider to overflow! Those bubbles form fast! The cider is very light and refreshing and mixes well with the classic DOLE whip. You can definitely taste pineapple but it’s hard to tell where that comes from— the cider or the melted-down soft serve. Yum! It’s a fun take on a classic Disney snack for those who drink! However, there is a large amount of cider compared to the DOLE Whip, so we would suggest sharing it if it looks too much. Tamu Tamu Refreshments WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney snack news! We’ve eaten at all the restaurants in Animal Kingdom — these are the ones we DON’T recommend! 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 Would you try this snack? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's a NEW DOLE Whip in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Come with us to eat at one of the FANCIEST hotels in all of Disney World. Four Seasons Four Seasons Orlando isn’t owned by Disney, but it’s located on Disney World property. Guests staying here get access to many of the same perks as guests staying at Disney-owned hotels, like free transportation to and from the parks and Early Entry to the theme parks. Plus, there’s a character breakfast every Thursday and Saturday morning! Right now, though, we’re heading to the PB&G to try out a few eats and find out if this restaurant is worth your time and money. PB&G stands for “Pool Bar & Grill,” which is exactly what this restaurant is! It’s an open-air bar and grill. PB&G It’s located between two pools at Four Seasons, right next to the adults-only Oasis pool. The location means you get a great view over the water as you’re eating. Let’s go to PB&G! Let’s go inside! Atmo PB&G is located on the water between the adults-only pool and the family pool at Four Seasons. PB&G It’s typically open from 11AM to 6PM, although double-check the times before your trip because those can change! ©Four Seasons You’ll find comfortable, lounge-style chairs in the dining room, where you can relax and enjoy the menu of cocktails and American-style cuisine. Eats If you’re looking for barbeque, seafood, and alcoholic drinks, PB&G is the place for you. Menu Let’s take a look at the menu! Menu There are some appetizers and shareable plates… ©Four Seasons …a few salads and other eats “on the lighter side”… ©Four Seasons …hand-held options like sandwiches and burgers… ©Four Seasons …and some main course entrées like tacos, chicken, and crab cakes. ©Four Seasons Of course, there’s a dessert menu for after your meal… ©Four Seasons …and a few options for coffee. ©Four Seasons The kiddos haven’t been left out! There are some familiar eats on the kids’ menu… ©Four Seasons …along with more adventurous options for “Young Culinarians.” ©Four Seasons For drinks, you can order from a menu that has beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic mocktails. Drinks Menu Hungry? Then let’s get started! Drinks We started off our meal with some cocktails. We got the Pretty in Pink drink, which is made with Hendricks gin, rose water, raspberry, lychee, lemon and costs $18. Pretty in Pink Drink This drink definitely lives up to its name! It’s even served in a tiki glass to make it extra pretty. The drink itself is refreshing and very sweet. Lychee is the strongest flavor, so if you’re not a fan of lychee then you should steer clear of this one. You should also avoid this if you don’t like sugary cocktails. Overall, though, we thought it was tasty and possibly the perfect “lounge by the pool while you’re on vacation” drink! Cute! Next, we tried A Mule in Moscow, which has Hangar One citron, ginger, and berries and costs $17. A Mule in Moscow This frozen drink was delicious! We couldn’t really taste the alcohol, but it was refreshing. It has a fairly strong raspberry flavor, but it’s a fresh raspberry flavor (not like the syrup you’d find in gas station slushies). The strongest flavor, however, is the ginger. Yum! One of our favorite things about this drink was the texture. The ice is super fine, which makes it easy and smooth to drink. Mule in Moscow Our last drink was the Skinny Dip, which is made with your choice of St Augustine vodka or gin and has St Germain and a cucumber-rosemary lemonade mixed in. It costs $15. Skinny Dip We asked the bartender which drink was the most refreshing, and this is what we got! (Spoiler: the bartender was 100% right.) We got ours with vodka. The Skinny Dip has a light and bright flavor. The rosemary adds a hint of herbiness, which balances out the bright flavor of the lemonade. Well-balanced We definitely noticed an agave syrup flavor, which made the drink more sweet than we were expecting initially. Food Now it’s time to EAT! We tried the Tuna Poké, which is made with a sesame soy poké sauce, scallions, avocado, and spicy aioli and served with prawn crackers. It costs $23. Tuna Poke This dish was absolutely incredible. The tuna is very soft and just melts in your mouth. The avocado is creamy and fresh. Yum The softness of the fish pairs well with the prawn crackers, which are light, bubbly, and airy. The textural combination took this dish to the next level. Great textural combination We also grabbed the Popcorn Shrimp, which is buttermilk marinated rock shrimp served with PB&G cocktail sauce, Boom Boom sauce, and a lemon for $17. Popcorn Shrimp This was quite possibly the BEST popcorn shrimp we’ve ever had. We’d even say it’s better than the Firecracker Shrimp at the BOATHOUSE! So tasty The breading is flavorful, and the sauces were both great additions. Great sauces Our last snack was the White Wine Steamed Mussels, which are made with parsley, oregano, garlic, white wine, butter, and capers and served with lemon and a grilled baguette. These cost $18. White Wine Steamed Mussels These might not be the absolute best mussels we’ve ever had in Disney World, but they’re certainly up in the top few, which we don’t say lightly. Very good! The mussels are very garlic-y, and you just get a whisper of the white wine flavor. We enjoyed that because sometimes that wine flavor can overpower the taste of the actual mussels. Served with a grilled baguette They were buttery and delicious, and we’d happily get these again. Nosh or Not Stop by PB&G if you… Are staying at Four Seasons and want a relaxing meal. We loved everything we tried here and would highly recommend a visit! Love seafood. There are some great seafood options on the menu — we liked what we had but will definitely be back to try those fish tacos and the salmon sandwich! Want delicious food but a chill atmosphere. Most of the restaurants at Four Seasons are on the fancier side, but this one has a laid-back feel (seeing as it’s a pool bar). Even with the casual vibes, the food was clearly high qualify. Skip this spot if you… Aren’t staying at or near Four Seasons. Although we loved the food and drinks here, there are some other excellent seafood restaurants in Disney World that won’t require you to go quite so far out of your way. We recommend Narcoossee’s or The BOATHOUSE as alternatives! Don’t like seafood. There are some land-lubber options on the menu here, but it seems like their specialty is seafood. There are other restaurants at Four Seasons with more variety on the menu, such as Capa (a steakhouse with Spanish-influenced cuisine) and Plancha, a Cuban restaurant on the golf course. Want Italian food? Check out Ravello, which also boasts a Disney character breakfast two days a week. Are looking for a fancy place to celebrate a special occasion. Although the food here was good, the atmosphere was decidedly casual. Some options for fancier restaurants at Disney World include Capa (also at Four Seasons), Le Cellier, California Grill, and (if you’re REALLY looking to celebrate) Victoria & Alberts. Overall We really liked everything we had at PB&G! Although we don’t think you should go super far out of your way to eat here (there’s plenty of great seafood elsewhere in Disney World), it’s a solid option if you’re staying at Four Seasons. And that shrimp really is to die for, so we highly recommend getting that if you do find yourself looking for a snack at this hotel! PB&G With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! Grab the DFB Guide! Stay tuned to DFB for more reviews of every restaurant in Disney World. Click here for the ULTIMATE guide to every restaurant at the Four Seasons Orlando. 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! Have you ever eaten at PB&G? Let us know what you thought in the comments! The post REVIEW: Come With Us To Eat at the Pool Bar at Disney World's FANCIEST Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With all of the price increases hitting Disney World this month, we’ll take all the help we can get when it comes to saving money. Drury Plaza Hotel near Disney Springs Whether that means snagging a deal when you book a flight or scoping out discounts on Disney Gift Cards to pay for your trip, we love saving money. Now, there’s a new way to save some major cash on your hotel stay — come check it out! This fall, you can save 20% at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. From now through November 30th, 2023, special rates are available to book for stays now through December 21st, 2023. Disney Springs When you stay at these Disney Springs hotels, you get many of the same benefits that you get staying at a Disney World hotel, including: Complimentary transportation to and from the parks on a daily bus shuttle 30 minutes of extra park time with Early Theme Park Entry every day of your stay Tee times, available to be booked 90 days in advance, with discounts at all four Disney World golf courses Breakfast is included in your stay at some Good Neighbor Hotels. Keep in mind, this deal is subject to availability and blackout days may apply. Rates do not include Resort Service Fees or daily parking fees. Make sure you head to the promotional website by November 30th to book your stay! Heads Up! Price Increases Have Come to Disney Springs Restaurants Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you stayed at a Disney Springs hotel before? Let us know in the comments below! The post NEW 20% Off DISCOUNT Announced for Disney Springs Hotels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is full of tons of amazing snacks — some of you may even say it is the best Disney World park for snacking around! Tree of Life One of our favorite spots to find a quick snack or a filling meal is Flame Tree Barbecue and if you’re heading into the park soon, there are TWO new offerings you’ll want to make sure you try out on the menu! A lot of NEW snacks and treats have arrived at Animal Kingdom — almost 20, in fact! Right now we’re taking a look at some new options at FLame Tree Barbecue, but click here to see ALL the new eats. The first new menu item you can grab yourself is the Impossible Burnt Ends for $12.29. These are a plant-based option — yes, plant-based barbecue! Impossible Burnt Ends Unfortunately, we didn’t love this snack. These are tougher than other Impossible meat options we’ve had in Disney World. The “meat” is pretty chewy, and we didn’t love that. It might’ve helped if there was more barbecue sauce because these were only lightly sauced. They’re plant-based! We definitely think there are better plant-based Impossible options in Disney World, like the “Lobster Roll” at Rosie’s All-American Café in Hollywood Studios, the customizable Tofu bowl at Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom, and the Curry Spiced Pizza at Connections Eatery in EPCOT. Click here for a full guide to vegan dining in Disney World. The meat is a little chewy Now, it’s time for the moment we’ve all been waiting for: French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese are BACK, BABY! You can get this delightful snack for $8.49. Just look at how beautiful it is. We might cry. French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese We loved these fries when they were on the menu before, but they’ve been missing for quite a while. We couldn’t wait to try them again! So are they really as good as we remember them? The short answer — YES. These fries are LOADED with toppings — so many that we had to use a fork to eat them. Disney certainly doesn’t skimp on the cheese and pork! It’s a very filling option and, in our opinion, well worth the price. We love to see all that plastic cheese! The barbecue sauce on the pork adds a smoky and slightly sweet flavor that breaks up the cheese flavor. The pork is also smoked perfectly and is nice and tender. Yum, yum, and YUM. You will want to use a fork! We’ll definitely be back to get these fries again, probably many, many times. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle Stay tuned to AllEars for all the latest Disney news! Check out the 19 new snacks that have been announced for Animal Kingdom! 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’s your favorite item to get at Flame Tree Barbecue? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: One of Our FAVORITE Snacks Is BACK in Disney World -- Spoiler Alert: It's Still AMAZING first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you want to be one of the FIRST to experience a brand-new party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you need to act QUICK! “Moooom! Phineas and Ferb are coming out for Jollywood Nights!” Disney Jollywood Nights is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as part of the holiday offerings this upcoming season. If you’re looking to take advantage of this brand-new experience but haven’t purchased your ticket yet, you’ll need to be sure of which dates are still available to purchase. Ever since this special event for Disney’s Hollywood Studios was announced there’s been quite a buzz of excitement around the first year of Disney Jollywood Nights. When you’re attending the party, you can expect all the fine things of an after-hours event in rides and attractions open, character meet and greets, and an added touch of holiday festivities to top off the night. These glamourous holiday parties are offered on select nights from November 11th through December 20th, 2023. Jollywood Nights Disney Jollywood Nights surprised us when Disney announced the party dates for this brand-new after-hours event with only 10 total dates offered. If you’re planning on having a swinging good time here, you’ll want to grab your tickets soon because these party dates are starting to sell out quickly! So far, the first two nights of the event (November 11th and 18th) have already sold out! ©Disney That only leaves a total of 8 dates left to choose from. The party is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from November through December, and there’s one Saturday party on December 16th, 2023. (The 11th and 18th are also Saturdays.) Be sure to check back in with us as we keep you updated on which are the next dates to sell out for this new party! Find out which dates have sold out for the OTHER holiday 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 planning on attending Disney Jollywood Nights this year? Tell us why or why not in the comments! The post Every SOLD OUT Date for Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We might not be ready to face it, but the holidays are closing in. Christmas in Hollywood Studios We’re getting ready to see Santa, fake snow falling on Main Street U.S.A., and all the beautiful lights that tell us Christmas is on its way in Disney World. Many of us have started planning our holiday trips. The first step in those holiday plans is usually to book your flights, and now we’ve learned that step should be done by a very important, specific date! If you’re traveling for the holidays (whether you’re visiting family or friends or going on a Disney World trip), you might be planning on flying there. Finding flights can be challenging but it’s generally the first thing we do when planning our vacations. What can be even more challenging is finding flights that don’t break the bank. Airplane But did you know there’s a deadline for booking flights for the holidays? Well, not really… but if you want the cheapest flights, then Hopper suggests booking your holiday flights by October 14th! American Airlines Plane According to Hopper, “Airfare will remain low, but volatile (moving up and down day to day) through early October, before rising in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas. Over the next few weeks while prices are volatile, travelers who are proactively monitoring prices could get notified of great, time-sensitive deals.” Southwest Airlines at the Orlando Airport So hurry and get your flights SOON, because the 14th is coming up fast! Hopper also noted that airfare prices for Thanksgiving trips are down 14% from last year and down 7% from 2019. Thanksgiving flights are averaging $268 per ticket. Orlando International Airport For Christmas trips, flights are averaging about $400 per ticket right now. That’s down 12% from this time last year but quite a bit higher than this time in 2019 (up about 29%). For more Disney and travel news, follow DFB! Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 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 Do you have your airline tickets booked for the holidays yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Book Your Flights by THIS Date If You Want To Save the MOST Money Possible first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article