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This Halloween season, if you’re in the mood for more treats than tricks, shopDisney has you covered. Mickey pumpkin in Disneyland For all 31 days of October, shopDisney is getting into the trick-or-treat festivities by giving us plenty of treats in the form of 31 unique deals. Even though Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is officially sold out, you can still get in on the Halloween fun by treating yourself to some great Disney merch at a discounted price! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Called October’s 31 Days of Deals, shopDisney is offering a new deal each day, giving you a variety of 31 different savings opportunities. Daily deals can be viewed by clicking this link where the Magic Mirror will reveal the deal of the day. Click here to shop the deals! We’ve already seen deals such as 30% off select The Nightmare Before Christmas merchandise, and 30% off Mickey-themed Halloween apparel. You never know what the Magic Mirror will have in store — literally! Jack in Haunted Mansion Holiday The event runs through Halloween during the whole duration of October, creating several chances to find something that may not have otherwise been discounted. We’ve already seen a wide range of differently priced ears, collectibles, clothing, and much more become discounted, so we’re definitely looking forward to what shopDisney includes in this event in the coming weeks! © Disney Excited for this “spook-tacular” October discount from shopDisney? Let us know and continue to follow us at DFB for all the latest Disney deals and news! Check out more Disney essentials online at our Amazon storefront!The post Save Up to 30% on Disney Merch Online EVERY DAY This Month! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Marvel fans, this one is for you. Marvel has grown to be a household name and it has brought us some incredible characters. Look out for Spider-Man! Whether you’re at Avenger’s Campus in Disney’s California Adventure meeting Spider-Man or watching Loki Season 2 from your couch, it’s great to watch and interact with these comic book stories that have come to life. Now, thanks to Adidas, there will be a way for you to rep a fan-loved Marvel character every day. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Adidas is partnering with Marvel, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Insomniac Games to reveal the Adidas Peter Parker Advanced Suit and Venom collection. This collection celebrates Marvel’s video game series Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which will be released on October 20th for the PlayStation5 console (Marvel.com). One of the items highlighted are these Adidas Ultra 4D Advanced Spider-Man Sneakers. The sneakers depict both Spider-Man and his enemy, Venom. ©Adidas This is not the first time we’ve seen Adidas make shoes themed on characters. In 2o20, they created a Toy Story line featuring characters from the film including Woody, Rex, and Buzz. ©Adidas/Pixar If you want to snag the Spider-Man Ultra Sneakers, the collection will be available to purchase starting on October 20th via the Adidas app, online, in stores, and in selected retailers. Can’t wait for October 20th? Adidas has a few other Marvel-themed items that are available for purchase now! Click here to shop Adidas x Marvel Items For more Disney merch news, be sure to follow us at DFB. Where to Find All the Disney Character Meet-and-Greets in Walt Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What character would you love to see on shoes? Let us know below. The post A NEW Disney x Adidas Collection Is Coming SOON! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When choosing a hotel for your Disney World vacation, it’s important to stay up to date on the resort schedules to avoid any disappointments. All-Star Movies Throughout the year, Disney regularly closes certain amenities across its line of hotels for maintenance and sometimes renovations. Sometimes, that means a small closure that might not affect your stay. But occasionally, those scheduled closures can have a big impact on whether or not you want to stay there — like a major construction project in the lobby or the renovation of its signature pool. If you have plans to stay at Disney’s All-Star Movies resort on an upcoming vacation, you’re going to want to see the changes they have in store for its scheduled pool closure! Previously, Disney shared that the Fantasia Pool would be closing from January 2024 through April 2024 for regularly scheduled maintenance. Hotel pool Now, according to Disney’s website, the Fantasia Pool closure timeline has changed! The plan is now for it to close from January 2025 through April 2025. During the closure, guests are welcome to swim in the Duck Pond Pool instead, but keep in mind that you may see and hear construction work during daytime hours. Duck Pond Pool We’ll continue to bring you all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! 2 Disney World Pools That Will CHANGE Your Hotel Plans 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 your favorite Disney World hotel pool? Let us know in the comments below! The post CHANGE Announced for Pool Closure at a Disney World Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Watch out! A couple of NEW Disney 100th anniversary collections are coming soon! 100th anniversary sign in Disney Springs Disney has partnered with several other companies to create merchandise that celebrates its 100th anniversary, and now they’re working with Vans on a couple of new collections! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. On the Vans website, you can now see an announcement for TWO new collections celebrating Disney’s 100th anniversary. ©Vans The shoe company hasn’t revealed yet when those collections will drop or what items will be included, but you can sign up now to receive notifications so that you’re one of the first to know when the new merchandise arrives online. NEW Disney Vans! Just enter your information, and Vans will contact you about further updates! Click here to visit the Vans website and sign up for notifications! If you’re looking for more Disney x Vans items, you can still get these Mickey Mouse Sneakers online at shopDisney! Comfy shoes They have a checkerboard pattern on the side and Mickey on the front. Get them on shopDisney! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the newest Disney merchandise. Check out our DFB Amazon storefront for more Disney essentials! 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 a fan of Vans? Let us know in the comments. The post NEW Disney 100th Anniversary VANS Collections Are Coming Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you seen the NEW Villas at the Disneyland Hotel? View from the Villas at the Disneyland Hotel The new villas were added to the Disneyland Hotel for members of the Disney Vacation Club. The Villas are now available for booking using your DVC points. But that’s not the only recent change at the Disneyland Hotel! We just heard about a new lounge that has opened here. Let’s check it out! Not far from Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in the Disneyland Hotel, The Lounge has opened up to bring us a new dining and cocktail experience! enchantedtikibar announced this update on Instagram. The Lounge via @enchantedtikibar on Instagram The Lounge features new food and cocktails served to you by your favorite Trader Sam’s Skippers! The food menu features items such as Truffle Fries, Charcuterie Pizza, and even a Wagyu Cheeseburger. The food menu at the Lounge via @enchantedtikibar on Instagram You can get some classic cocktails here such as martinis and an Old Fashioned. Or try one of their custom cocktails like the Bramble, Derby, or Aviation. Cocktail menu via @enchantedtikibar on Instagram Of course, they also serve a selection of wine and beer with several options for both. Wine and beer menu via @enchantedtikibar on Instagram The Lounge can be found inside the Fantasy Tower where Steakhouse 55 Lounge used to be located. We have not heard any updates on the previous lounge. Currently, The Lounge is open daily from 5PM to closing. The Lounge via @enchantedtikibar on Instagram Each night there will be live music, and you never know if Goofy will make an appearance from his Kitchen nearby! enchantedtikibar on Instagram also mentioned that a new pool bar, called Palm Breeze, will be opening at the Villas at the Disneyland Hotel later this month and will also feature more Trader Sam’s Skippers. We’ll be on the lookout for more updates over at the Disneyland Hotel! In the meantime, be sure to check out more Disney news at Disney Food Blog. Why You Need to Start Planning Your 2028 Disneyland Trip NOW 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 Will you be checking out The Lounge at the Disneyland Hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW Disney Hotel Lounge Is NOW OPEN! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The ongoing battle between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is far from over. Disney vs. DeSantis Back in 2022, DeSantis passed a state law banning classroom lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades. After Disney publicly opposed this law, things got heated between the two parties. In 2023, the Reedy Creek Improvement District, Disney’s former governing body, underwent a lengthy battle with Desantis, which resulted in the District being restructured to become the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD). The newly structured body consisted of a Board of Supervisors hand-appointed by Governor Desantis himself. Now, two major lawsuits later, the battle continues as Disney makes another move. Earlier in 2023, Disney filed a federal lawsuit against DeSantis and the members of the board of the CFTOD, stating that there had been a violation of federal rights. In the lawsuit, Disney argued that there had been a “relentless campaign to weaponize government power” against Disney to punish them for their political views. According to the Associated Press, DeSantis and the CFTOD asked a federal judge to throw out this lawsuit on Thursday. ©Governor Ron DeSantis Website Earlier this year, the DeSantis-appointed CFTOD Board announced a state lawsuit of their own against Disney, attempting to void agreements made within the Reedy Creek District before DeSantis took control. These agreements gave Disney control over design and construction within the district and prohibited the district from using Disney’s intellectual property without the company’s permission. ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Disney then filed counterclaims, asking a state court to declare the agreements “valid and enforceable.” They then amended on Thursday, saying the “DeSantis-controlled district was in violation of the U.S. Constitution stipulations on contracts and due process.” Reedy Creek Now, Disney is taking action yet again by demanding that internal communications be turned over, “including text messages and emails, and documents regarding the district’s comprehensive plan, the development agreements and the legislation that shifted control of the district to DeSantis.” The state-level subpoena has been issued that would require the governor’s office to turn over the requested items by October 27th. Reedy Creek Improvement District Disney’s lawyers also sent notices of subpoenas to other special districts in Florida. DeSantis allies have argued that one of the reasons that the agreements should be voided is that they weren’t properly publicized. With these other subpoenas, Disney is aiming to show that the way in which it gave public notice about the agreements made before the CFTOD took over was consistent with what is commonplace across other districts. Reedy Creek Building We’ll continue to monitor the situation, so stay tuned to DFB for more! NEWS: DeSantis-Appointed Reedy Creek Board Approves $4.5 Million Budget for Disney Lawsuit 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 will come of these lawsuits? Let us know in the comments below! The post NEWS: Battle Between DeSantis and Disney Heats up as Company Subpoenas Governor's Office For Documents first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time. The moment we wait for all year long. Is this dramatic? Probably. But we don’t even care; advent calendar season — more commonly known as the holiday season — has arrived. Merry Christmas, Santa Goofy! If you’re ready to count down the days until the holiday season with little gifts along the way, now’s the time to get an advent calendar. Speaking from experience, these things tend to sell out QUICKLY, and since you’re counting down to December 25th, there isn’t much time to wait around for a restock. So hurry to check these out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Now that shopDisney has released its NEW advent calendars for the 2023 holiday season, we can officially prepare for Christmas! LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar ©Disney Get 24 days of Star Wars fun with this Lego Star Wars advent calendar! It’s 320 pieces of pure galactic joy. And you get to enjoy it on a winter scene in Endor. ©Disney Add these Star Wars characters, vehicles, and items to your Star Wars collection one day at a time as you count down the days to Christmas! View on shopDisney Disney Munchlings Plush- Season’s Sweetings 12-Day Advent Calendar ©Disney These plush toys look good enough to eat (but please don’t)! You can count down the last 12 days to Christmas with these cute Disney Munchlings micro plushes. The box even features a “Nice List” and a “Naughty List” for the character plushes. View on shopDisney LEGO Marvel Avengers Advent Calendar ©Disney We all love a good LEGO advent calendar! This 243-piece, 24-day countdown to Christmas features characters like Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Widow, and Wong. It also includes several mini-builds and superhero accessories. View on shopDisney Disney nuiMOs 12-Day Advent Calendar ©Disney You can find Mickey and Minnie in this box of 12 gifts along with several outfit changes! ©Disney They are adorable and have so many fun holiday and winter details. Mickey and Minnie will be ready for the cold days ahead! View on shopDisney In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Check out our Amazon Storefront online now!! Which advent calendar is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post 4 New Disney Advent Calendars Just Dropped Online! 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World Resort is a place where passion and imagination intertwine, from the creative brilliance of Imagineers all the way to our talented custodial cast members who transform the landscapes they care for into canvases of creativity. At this enchanting destination where magic and childlike wonder run free, your favorite characters can be found […]View the full article

Remember how Disney announced they would start cracking down on Disney+ password sharing? ©Disney Disney announced during its Q3 Earnings Call this year that they will be working on a new plan for the streaming service, which involves determining strategies for pricing, marketing, and content to “reset the whole business around economics.” Part of that plan was looking for ways to address account sharing, and now the company is starting to crack down on password sharing in some parts of the world. During the Q3 Earnings Call, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced a few changes for Disney+, including the release of a new ad-free bundled subscription plan that would debut in the U.S. on September 6th. In the same announcement, Iger said that Disney is “looking into ways to address account sharing,” confirming that the company was actively updating subscription agreements in the process. ©Disney Now, it looks like those changes are starting to happen in Canada. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney will “launch its password-sharing deterrents in Canada on Nov. 1, 2023.” Disney+ Billboard Disney+ subscribers in Canada have been receiving emails that notify them of new account-sharing rules. Disney’s goal is to keep the streaming platform within primary households, according to a Disney spokesperson. The email states, “Unless otherwise permitted by your service tier, you may not share your subscription outside of your household. We may, in our sole discretion, analyze the use of your account to determine compliance with this agreement. If we determine that you have violated this agreement, we may limit or terminate access to the service and/or take any other steps as permitted by this agreement.” ©Disney Apparently, Disney+ subscribers in the United States can expect to see the same password-sharing crackdown later this year or in early 2024. This password crackdown follows closely on the heels of Netflix’s own attack on account sharing, which happened in the U.S. recently. ©Netflix Disney will soon raise prices for Disney+ and Hulu in the U.S., presumably in the hopes that subscribers will move to the ad-supported tiers, which drives up advertiser revenue. The ad-free tier of Disney+ will rise to $13.99 per month starting on October 12th, 2023, but the ad-supported tier will remain the same price as before. Similarly, they will be raising the cost of Hulu without commercials to $17.99 per month — but the ad-supported version will remain at its current price. ©Hulu We’ll keep watching for more updates from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news. Click here to learn more about Disney+. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Disney+ Begins Password Sharing Crackdown first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

From time to time, things can go wrong on a trip to Disney. Magic Kingdom It’s very normal to not have a perfect trip. Sometimes, things just go wrong and that can be a normal part of anything. But unfortunately, sometimes, the things that go wrong can be really bad. Recently, one guest had a terrible incident happen to them while at one of Disney World’s parks and is now suing the company. Here’s what we know. At Disney World, you can find two water parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. Blizzard Beach has been closed for refurbishment for some time now, but Typhoon Lagoon is open and operating as normal. Typhoon Lagoon According to the Orlando Sentinel, one woman has stated that she suffered serious injuries caused by going down a waterslide at Typhoon Lagoon. She is now suing Disney for the injuries sustained while on the waterslide. This woman claims that she went airborne while riding the slide, and her impact into the standing water at the end of the slide caused “genital lacerations and internal organ damage, requiring two hospital visits for treatment.” Typhoon Lagoon The lawsuit states that the effects of the injury are very serious, causing internal injuries and bleeding. She is suing for the amount of $50,000. The unfortunate incident occurred on the Humunga Kowabunga slide, according to the lawsuit details. Part of the lawsuit notes that “riders are instructed to cross their legs at the ankles” at the top of the slide. However, the suit goes on to point out that “riders are not told why their ankles need to be crossed, the importance of doing so, or the risks of injury if one’s ankles become uncrossed” (Orlando Sentinel). Chairlift at Typhoon Lagoon At this point, we haven’t heard from Disney as the lawsuit moves forward. Disney is known for having safety warnings, signs, and directions posted and discussed. We’re not sure how this will play into the lawsuit. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Be sure to check back to Disney Food Blog for more Disney updates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Guest Sues Disney Over Waterslide Injury first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs offers an endless amount of AH-MAZE-ING food options, and no one’s surprise, The Polite Pig is at the top of many guests’ lists for delicious eats! The Polite Pig With menu offerings from Prime Brisket to BBQ Meatballs, The Polite Pig does not disappoint when it comes to offering delicious BBQ favorites! In the past, The Polite Pig has offered specialty menu items and dining experiences to draw in BBQ fans, so when we heard about this upcoming experience, we had to get you all the details! The Polite Pig just announced a NEW exclusive experience. They are calling it “The Polite EXPERIENCE–Oktoberfest Edition! @ThePolitePig on Instagram This 2-day event, running on October 17th-18th, is a 4-course dinner experience in partnership with The Ravenous Pig Brewing Co. Master Brewer, Larry Foor. @ThePolitePig on Instagram Reservations are now available on The Polite Pig website, but they are hush on the specifics of the menu. The website states, “Join us for a delightful evening of food and beer pairing like no other. Indulge in an exclusive culinary journey as master brewer Larry Foor from Ravenous Pig Brewing Co. unveils his exceptional creations, perfectly paired with delectable dishes. Don’t miss this exclusive event where politeness meets Oktoberfest in a memorable celebration of flavor and craftsmanship!” @ThePolitePig on Instagram The experience will run $125 per person, and space is extremely limited! If you are a craft beer aficionado and love BBQ, this experience is perfect for you, but you will have to act fast to get those reservations in. The Polite Pig If we spot the menu for this exclusive experience, we will be sure to bring you the details! Don’t forget to follow along! Click here to see five NEW desserts coming to Disney Springs! 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! Will you be booking your reservation for The Polite EXPERIENCE- Oktoberfest Edition? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW and EXCLUSIVE Event Is Coming to The Polite Pig in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the only things that makes long flights bearable is watching movies or TV shows to pass the time. But if you’re like us, you’ve probably fallen victim to a very specific DISASTER one too many times. Inside an airplane You board a plane, see that there are those little TVs on the backs of the seats, and rejoice that you’ll be able to comfortably watch a movie without draining your phone’s battery (or maybe you forgot to download any movies onto your phone at all — again, we’ve been there). You browse through the options, find one that you love, and then open your bag to pull out your headphones. But OH NO — they’re WIRELESS! Most airplane entertainment systems do not connect to wireless headphones — so are you completely DOOMED? Do you have to pay for those terrible airplane headphones (provided they’re available at all)? Don’t worry! We’ve got the solution. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We found something on Amazon that will solve all of your airplane entertainment woes. If you have Amazon Prime, you can get this item with one-day shipping. Don’t have Prime? No worries — click the link below to start your free trail! ​Now, let’s check out this magical solution. Get the Bluetooth Audio Transmitter on Amazon! It’ll save the day! What you need is a Bluetooth Audio Transmitter, and you can buy one on Amazon. You just plug in the transmitter where you would normally plug in headphones and voila! It’s now possible to use your wireless headphones. How To Use the Bluetooth Transmitter All you have to do is pair your headphones to the transmitter over Bluetooth, and you’re all set. This specific transmitter works with up to two sets of headphones, so you can even share with your seat buddy. Bluetooth Transmitter Package The transmitter works with any standard 3.5mm headphone jack, and it’s not just for airplane entertainment systems; it also works with computers, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PlayStation controllers, treadmills, TVs, and more. Bluetooth Transmitter There’s a built-in battery, and it comes with a charging cord. Bluetooth Transmitter Charging Cord One charge provides up to 20 hours of listening time if it’s paired to one set of headphones or 15 hours if it’s paired with two. If you’ve got a super long flight, you’ll be relieved to know that it is usable while charging. Get it on Amazon! Stay tuned to DFB for more travel tips and essentials! Looking for more Disney and travel essentials? Check out our DFB storefront on Amazon!The post The One Item That Makes Flying 100% More Enjoyable first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have even MORE merchandise news for you all! ©Disney If you’re really looking forward to Disney’s upcoming animated film Wish (which a new trailer was just released for!), you won’t want to miss this new collection that has dropped online! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The best part about this new collection is that for every sale of an item from the Wish collection, Disney will donate 10% of the sale price, up to $1,000,000, to Make-A-Wish. Here are some of our favorite items! Star Light-Up Plush ©Disney The Star plush is a soft, squishy pillow that glows just like he does in the movie! ©Disney You can give Star a hug and see if he grants your wishes! Check it out online here! Wish Sequined Adaptive Ear Headband ©Disney Not only does this ear headband sparkle, but it adjusts for your comfort, too! It features two beautiful bows and Star in the center. The back is just as sparkly as the front. ©Disney The inside of the headband is a soft, non-slip velour. It will be kept comfortably in place with the interior and chin strap! Buy it here! Star Sleep Set for Women ©Disney There may not be a more perfect pair of pajamas to sleep in than some that may grant your sleeping wishes. These soft pajamas feature a long-sleeved top and comfy, stretchy shorts. ©Disney You might not want to get out of bed with these cozy PJs on! Check it out here! LEGO King Magnifico’s Castle ©Disney We don’t know a whole lot about King Magnifico yet, but we do know his castle is as magnificent as the wishes he grants! You or your kids can put together this 613-piece Lego Set and have your own King Magnifico castle in your home. Check it out here! Asha and Star Sketchbook Ornament ©Disney You can enjoy both Asha and Star with this fully sculpted tree ornament. The designs are wonderfully incorporated from Star’s tail wrapping around the tree down to Asha’s beautiful personal details. Get it here! There’s more where that came from, don’t worry! If this merchandise is catching your eye, head on over to shopDisney to see the whole collection before it starts to sell out. And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Check out our Amazon Storefront for all our latest Disney essentials! Are you looking forward to this new collection? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Just Released a Collection For Its Newest Movie! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, the time has come. The Star Wars Hotel is officially closed. Throughout its short run, we saw a lot of discourse about the price, value, and concept of this experience, and since the closure announcement, we’ve heard a LOT of speculation about what could replace the hotel. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Pretty much everyone we ask has their own ideas about what Disney should do with the space. Could Imagineers go BIG and gut the entire building? Could they try to save some money and make a few small changes? We still don’t know! But there’s one thing we do know: Disney has a big, empty building and a team of some of the most creative people out there, so the transformation possibilities are endless. While we wait for an official announcement about the fate of the Star Wars Hotel building, let’s talk about what we think Disney could do with the space. One thing to note is that we’re just speculating here. But given what we know about Disney’s $60 billion plans for the future and the $250 million loss they incurred from the Galactic Starcruiser, it’s safe to say the company will need to be strategic with its plans. While Disney previously admitted that the Galactic Starcruiser taught some important lessons, we have a feeling that we won’t be seeing any more “hotel experiences” in the near future. So, what might we see instead? Characters on the Starcruiser 1. A Good Old-fashioned Hotel This one seems obvious, no? They’ve got the rooms. They’ve got the beds. Why not drop the price tag, lose all the “experience” elements (like the Star Wars missions, roaming characters, and dinner theater), and just make it a regular hotel? Why waste a perfectly good room? Disney could let guests come and go from the hotel as they please, rework some of those common spaces, and open up the hotel restaurants to ALL Disney World guests. We can think of a few people who would love to grab a Star Wars-themed drink at a new lounge area! (It’s us. We want a new Star Wars lounge.) Crown of Corellia Dining Room All those Star Wars fans who didn’t have the budget for the Galactic Starcruiser may be more inclined to splurge on a Deluxe-level hotel stay instead. After all, no one can deny that those “windows” out to space were pretty cool! 2. New Star Wars Ride Star Tours 2.0, anyone? Here’s the thing. The Galactic Starcruiser is VERY close to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (that was kind of the point back when the hotel was first created). So, it doesn’t make much sense to introduce a completely new theme to the rather small area. Let’s move this guy out of Hollywood Studios and over to the old Star Wars Hotel! The hotel is big enough to house a substantial amount of people, but would it really make sense to have a building with some random IP that is totally unrelated to Star Wars right outside of Galaxy’s Edge? With such a large building to work with, we’re picturing a new space-themed roller coaster, a new simulation-style ride, or, hey, what about a new Tower of Terror-style drop ride? Come on, Disney! We know you can get creative here! 3. A Star Wars Restaurant This point ties into our last two points. They’ve got the space, they’re potentially limited by location, and they’ve still got an eager fanbase. Last we checked, people like to eat! We love visiting new restaurants — especially when they’re super interesting and immersive. Maybe skip the blue shrimp this time around, though? If Disney opened up those existing dining rooms to everyone, people would happily make the trek to the old Star Wars Hotel for a unique space-themed meal. Of course, we’re not entirely sure what Disney would do with the REST of the space if they decided to lean into the dining aspect here, but this option may be one of the more economical ones. 4. A Star Wars Experience Picture this: Star Wars-themed laser tag. Imagine a huge multi-level, indoor space filled with fog, space blasters, and Star Wars details at every turn. Disney could make the most epic indoor game we’ve ever seen with all that space! To be fair, this is Disney, so maybe we forget the idea of shooting other people, and we shoot targets instead — like Toy Story Midway Mania, but on foot! Do you see the vision? Toy Story Mania Who knows? Maybe Disney could expand its old lightsaber training, too! People already pay hundreds of dollars for those Legacy Lightsabers, so it doesn’t seem like that much of a stretch to imagine they’d be willing to pay for real lightsaber training. 5. Toy Story Land Expansion What’s right next to Galaxy’s Edge? Toy Story Land! Maybe guests travel on a giant toy train from the old Star Wars Hotel building to Toy Story Land (Pixar Place seems like it would make a GREAT entrance, right?). Maybe the Star Wars Hotel will become a Pixar-themed hotel. Maybe we get a new Toy Story ride! Hey, if we want to keep the space theme, we can lean into Buzz Lightyear’s spinoff movie Lightyear and meet some of the characters from the 2022 film. Toy Story Land We’re branching out from the Star Wars theme here, yet Toy Story still fits in the general area, so it still makes sense. What would you like to see in this space? 6. A Guardians of the Galaxy Addition This may seem like it’s coming out of left field, but stick with us for a second. Star Wars takes place in space, the Guardians of the Galaxy hang out in space…space is space, right? Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind OK, this probably won’t happen — especially since Disney already brought the Guardians over to EPCOT. But we’re just saying that the possibility of introducing some random other franchise still exists here. Disney doesn’t HAVE to work with what’s around the hotel. They could go rogue and create something totally new and different! What if they brought back the Hollywood Studios drawing classes and leaned into the animation theme? The possibilities are truly endless! It’s kind of exciting to think about all the ways Disney could use this space, right? What would you like to see? In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Disney Is Losing $250 MILLION on Its Newest Hotel — Was It Worth It? 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 would you like to see Disney do here? Let us know in the comments! The post 6 Things Disney World Could Do With the CLOSED Star Wars Hotel Building first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland Resort is known as THE destination for celebrating the joy and wonder of childlike whimsy. But what goes into making that magic? Most would immediately mention their favorite character, attraction, food or retail location. For Custodial cast members, however, it comes from knowing they are eliminating any distraction from the magic surrounding guests. Often, […]View the full article

Sometimes Mondays can be really rough, even for Disney World. Today, we spotted one restaurant in particular that was seriously struggling. Magic Kingdom Entrance We’ve seen restaurants and rides having rough days in this park before — Casey’s Corner was unexpectedly closed for a while a couple of weeks ago, and Space Mountain went down for HOURS earlier in September. Now, a popular spot in Frontierland has a case of the Mondays. Today — October 2nd — we noticed that the Golden Oak Outpost snack stand was unexpectedly closed. Temporarily Closed Despite the fact that it was showing normal operating hours on the My Disney Experience app, the Frontierland stand was not open. There was a sign up next to the window that said, “Golden Oak Outpost is currently closed. For your dining pleasure, please visit Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café.” Pecos Bill Golden Oak is not always open, but usually on busier days it can be counted on to serve hearty snacks like Chili Cheese Fries, Loaded Chicken Strips, and a Warm Chocolate-Chunk Cookie. Pecos Pico Tenders When we asked a Cast Member about the closure, we were informed simply that it will be closed all day. In the meantime, you can visit the nearby Pecos Bill or Tortuga Tavern if you’re looking for a snack in this part of the park! Tortuga Tavern 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! Grab the DFB Guide! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to learn more about Golden Oak Outpost. 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 your favorite place for a snack in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments. The post One Restaurant Is Having a ROUGH Day in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It may only be October, but Disney is READY for the holidays! Magic Kingdom during the holidays Granted, months seem to fly by for many of us, so maybe it’s a good idea to start our holiday shopping now. If you feel the same, you’ll want to check out the TWO new collections Disney dropped online today! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Classics Christmas Collection The first collection released is Disney’s Classics Christmas Collection. There’s a ton to explore in this collection, but we have some favorites! Disney Classics Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Loungefly Mini Backpack Christmas Loungefly Backpack The new Disney Classics Christmas Loungefly glows in the dark — how cool is that? It features a ton of our favorite Disney characters, like Santa Mickey Mouse, Mrs. Santa Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Dumbo, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Simba, and Stitch. ©Disney Around the sides, you’ll also find Alice, Cheshire Cat, Huey, Dewey, Louie, Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, Bambi, Thumper, and Genie. So cute! It has side slip pockets, Loungefly logo metal pulls, a holiday ornament print lining, and adjustable padded shoulder straps. Check it out here! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Loungefly Glow-in-the-Dark Ears Pretty! If you loved the Loungefly backpack, these Classics Christmas Collection Lougefly Mickey and Minnie Ears are the perfect match! They feature Mickey and Minnie in their Santa hats, a padded red bow, and die-cut panels on the front shaped like wreaths. Loungefly ears They also have strings of colored glow-in-the-dark bulbs around the ears! ©Disney Check it out online here! Disney Classics Christmas Holiday Spirit Jersey Classics Collection Spirit Jersey The Classics Christmas Holiday Spirit Jersey also goes great with the Loungefly Backpack and Loungefly Ears. The front features Tinker Bell, Peter Pan, Bambi, Thumper, Alice, and Cheshire Cat. Tons of characters! On the back, you’ll find Santa Mickey, Mrs. Santa Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto, as well as a glitter Walt Disney World logo. Buy it right here! Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Crocs ©Disney The Classics Christmas Collection Holiday Crocs feature Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Simba, Tinker Bell, and others exchanging gifts by the tree — and they are 3D! They come with four vinyl Jibbitz charms — Mickey Mouse icon holly sprigs and holiday packages. Grab it here! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Holiday Snowman Ears ©Disney This Holiday Ears Headband has 3D Mickey and Minnie snowmen! Each ear has a mouse snowman complete with a Santa hat, Christmas scarf, and carrot nose. Pre-order these here! Disney Classics Christmas Long Sleeve T-Shirt ©Disney This Classics Christmas Collection Long-Sleeve Shirt has some of our favorite characters decked out in holiday cheer. Find Santa Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Dumbo, Peter Pan, Cheshire Cat, and Pluto in screen art on the front. Check it out here! Disney Classics Christmas Mug and Coaster Set ©Disney The Classics Christmas Mug and Coaster Set is also full of some of our favorite characters! The mug features screen art of Santa Mickey, Mrs. Santa Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Huey, Dewey, Louie, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n Dale, Bambi, Thumper, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, and Simba at Fantasyland Castle. The soft, flexible sculpted coaster has figures of Alice, Cheshire Cat, Dumbo, and Stitch. Buy it right here! Mickey Mouse Classics Christmas Votive Candle Holder ©Disney This Mickey Mouse Votive Candle Holder is designed to hold a single votive candle with the glow of the flame shining through the opening in the shape of the Fantasyland Castle. Grab it here! Disney Holiday Tree Collar ©Disney On this Disney Holiday Tree Collar, decal artwork includes images of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n Dale, Donald, Daisy, Huey, Dewey, Louie, and more! The three-piece metal collar clips together for a festive look around your tree. Buy it here! Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Tiered Tray ©Disney This Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Tiered Tray is a great way to spread some Disney cheer while you’re hosting this holiday season. This stoneware piece includes two trays plus a top section with a star and Tinker Bell imagery. Check it out here Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Plate Set ©Disney The Mickey Mouse and Friends Holiday Plate Set includes four stoneware plates with designs of Mickey, Minnie, Simba, and Dumbo. Get these to go along with the rest of the Classics Christmas Collection! Check it out here! Hannukah Collection You can also grab items from Disney’s Hanukkah Collection! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Hanukkah Light-Up Loungefly Mini Backpack ©Disney The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Hanukkah Light-Up Loungefly Mini Backpack features our two favorite mice above a light-up menorah! The front features a menorah appliqué with nine LEDs, die-cut Mickey and Minnie, and ombre fading. ©Disney It has silvertone hardware, side slip pockets, and adjustable padded straps. Check it out here! Mickey Mouse Hanukkah Salad Plate Set ©Disney The Mickey Mouse Hanukkah Salad Plate Set comes with four ceramic salad plates, each with Mickey icon and Hanukkah patterns. The set comes tied with a decorative ribbon and bow! Check it out here! Mickey Mouse Hanukkah Serving Platter ©Disney Lastly, this Mickey Mouse Hanukkah Serving Platter is in the shape of a Mickey icon. It’s dark blue and gold with festive images including dreidels, menorahs, and sufganiyot doughnuts. Check it out here! If you find yourself as in love with these collections as we are, be sure to head over to shopDisney to check them out in full ASAP. And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise news! Check out our Amazon Storefront for all your Disney essentials! What item is your favorite from the collection? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney's NEW Nostalgic Holiday Collection Online Is Hitting Us Right in the Feels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Halloween is quickly approaching and one of my favorite family traditions is carving pumpkins to decorate our Disney family home. The toughest part? Deciding which pumpkin stencil design to use – ESPECIALLY when those pumpkin stencils are your favorite Disney characters. With the help of our creative team of creative cast members, I’m excited to […]View the full article

After 100 years, the Walt Disney Company has been through a LOT. We’re talking hundreds of movies, several theme parks, and, of course, MILLIONS of souvenirs. Now that the 100th Anniversary Celebration is coming to an end, why not finish off the event with one final merchandise collection? 100th Anniversary Display in Disney’s Emporium The Disney100 event is winding down, and we’re saying farewell with a NEW Finale Collection on shopDisney! Who’s ready to go shopping? DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Not only is this collection available online NOW, but we saw a few of the items at Magic Kingdom today when we were visiting the Emporium. Let’s check everything out, shall we? Disney100 Spirit Jersey Disney100 Finale Spirit Jersey This spirit jersey has a lustrous gray/purple finish and even features fireworks in the shape of Mickey on the back! View on shopDisney Disney100 “Partners” Ears Partners Ears These Disney100 ears feature lots of fireworks as well as the iconic “Partners” statue that can be found in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney World. Oh, and it lights up! View on shopDisney Disney100 “Partners” Loungefly Partners Backpack Similar to the ears is the Disney100 “Partners” Loungefly backpack! Just like the ears, it features the iconic statue of Walt and Mickey as well as fireworks. View on shopDisney Disney100 Spirit Jersey for Kids Youth Spirit Jersey Identical to the first spirit jersey we showed (but in smaller sizing) is the Disney100 Youth Spirit Jersey! This could be a great way for the whole family to match. View on shopDisney Disney100 “Partners” Tumbler Partners Tumbler To complete the “Partners” trifecta we have this geometric tumbler that matches the ears and bags! View on shopDisney Of course, there is plenty more where this came from. You can check out ALL of the Disney100 merchandise by clicking the link below. View ALL the Disney100 merch on shopDisney Happy anniversary, Disney! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Check out our Amazon Storefront online now!!The post Disney's FINAL 100th Anniversary Collection Is Available Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is full of exciting rides and attractions. Haunted Mansion in Disney World Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking to help save the galaxy or a lover of nostalgia hoping to relive some of that opening-day magic, Disney has a ride for you. Unfortunately, after riding some of its rides consistently over the past few years, there are a few that we just don’t go on anymore. Space Mountain Hear us out, Space Mountain is great — a classic, really. Tomorrowland arguably wouldn’t be what it is today without it — but this ride is not for everyone. Space Mountain Sure, when this ride opened in 1975, it brought some much-needed thrills to Magic Kingdom. And to this day, it’s still a thrilling attraction! But, to be honest, it’s not the smoothest ride in the park. Compared to some of the newer rides in the park, this can be a really rough and jerky experience. And if you’re sensitive to that, you might get off of this ride with a bit of motion sickness. Space Mountain with the lights on If you’re looking for a smoother ride with a ton of thrills, you might want to check out TRON Lightcycle / Run, its new neighbor in Tomorrowland. Or, for a smoother journey through space — Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (although if you’re not a fan of spinning, this one might be a little much for you). Mission: SPACE On Mission: SPACE, riders get to blast off in a simulated NASA-style mission to Mars on the Orange Mission — or orbit the Earth in the gentler Green Mission. Actress Gina Torres even gives you a briefing in the attraction’s pre-show video. What’s not to love? Gina Torres pre-show video Well, this one is not great for those who suffer from motion sickness — Disney even provides sickness bags in front of each seat, just in case it gets a little too intense. Mission Space The Orange Mission, while a bit gentler, can still be a little much for some guests, so a lot of people tend to skip this one. Even some of our staff, who once had no issue with the ride, can no longer stomach this attraction now that they are older. Astro Orbiter Are you sensing a theme? Space-related rides in Disney World can be a bit of a doozy if you tend to get sick. Astro Orbiter may not be bumpy and intense the same way that Space Mountain and Mission: SPACE are, but it is high up in the air. Astro Orbiter Once the ride starts spinning at its highest, the ride vehicles angle inwards so that those with a fear of heights just might get a little queasy. Hello up there! Furthermore, those ride vehicles a pretty tight! Typically, Disney puts two guests in each car, so if you’ve got long legs (or are sharing the car with any other adult, really), you’re going to be pretty cramped while you’re up in the air! Peter Pan’s Flight Peter Pan’s Flight is a classic in Magic Kingdom. While it isn’t actually an opening day attraction (it opened two days after the park opened, on October 3rd, 1971), many still find this ride to be a must-do for nostalgia’s sake. Peter Pan’s Flight And honestly, we agree — this ride does hit us in all of the old Disney feels. But, unfortunately, the line for this ride gets LONG. The ride is not super efficient when it comes to moving guests through the ride, so the capacity is not as high as other rides throughout the parks. This means long lines, even when it’s not an especially crowded day. Lightning Lane While we love the nostalgia factor here, sometimes we just can’t stomach waiting over an hour for this one. If you’re headed to Magic Kingdom and have decided to get Genie+ for the day, this one might be a good ride to select as one of your first Lightning Lane selections! Star Tours We’re rounding off this list with one final space-themed attraction. Star Tours might seem like an innocent ride — it’s a motion simulator, so you’re not speeding around a coaster track or flying high up in the air. Star Tours But, the simulation uses 3D glasses, and that can be a major source of motion sickness for some! On this motion simulator, guests are buckled into a ship and taken on a tour of the Star Wars galaxy. Star Tours Things start to go awry, and the ship simulates sudden drops and bumpy crashes. Pair that with 3D glasses and you might be in for a bit of a headache (and a sour belly). It can get a little bumpy! Overall, these rides can still be a lot of fun, depending on your preferences. You might just want to come prepared with Genie+, Dramamine, and some ginger ale. Genie+ As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news, tips, and tricks! 5 Rides Will Be Different This Holiday Season 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 ride do you avoid in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post Why We Stopped Going on These Disney World Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have YOU ever taken a solo trip to Disney World? Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom You might be used to going to the parks with your family and friends, but have you ever thought about going ALONE? Here at DFB, we do it all the time (quite literally, it’s our reporters’ JOB to make solo visits daily). But if you’re new to ridin’ solo in Disney World, it might feel a little strange. That’s why we’ve rounded up this list — 11 reasons why it’s not weird to go to Disney World by yourself! There’s No Rule Against It We promise you, there are no rules whatsoever against taking a Disney World vacation solo. In fact, it’s probably a lot more common than you think! You’re not required to come as part of a family group or bring children with you to the parks — Walt Disney himself wanted the Disney parks to be a place for people of all ages and backgrounds. EPCOT So if you want to take a trip by yourself, just do it! There are plenty of others doing the exact same thing as you are, so no need to feel weird or out of place. Single Rider Lines Our next reason why it isn’t weird to go alone? Three words: single. Rider. Lines. They’re available at a few select attractions throughout Disney World, and sometimes they even make the wait FASTER than the regular standby line. Single Rider at Test Track Currently, you’ll find Single Rider entrances at Test Track, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Expedition Everest, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. You may also get to skip a portion of the line at Space Mountain if you’re a single rider — just look out for the sign in the queue that gives you instructions on where to go. Dining Reservations Dining reservations can be particularly challenging to get in Disney World if you’re in a group of 6 or more, but that means that they should be easier to snag if you’re a party of 1. The majority of Disney World restaurant tables seat 4 people or fewer, so there are definitely more options for smaller parties. Table at Chef Mickey’s With a smaller party, you might even be able to more easily snag the most popular dining reservations. Now is the time to try for a visit to Cinderella’s Royal Table! Walk-Up Dining And if you don’t book your dining reservations ahead of time? Hakuna matata! (It means no worries!) The Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist exists just for people like you. ©Disney Just like dining reservations, it can often be easier to snag a spot on the Walk-Up Waitlist if you’re a smaller party. The same goes for restaurants with bar/lounge seating — if there’s only one barstool available, that spot could be yours! Setting the Pace The more people you travel with, the harder it is to set a vacation pace that’s appropriate for everyone in your party. Some people may want to go leisurely through the parks while other people are the “run and ride” type. But if you’re traveling by yourself, there’s no need to compromise! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad If you want to take it slow and relax, you can do that. If you want to do the maximum possible attractions in one day, you can do that too! It’s totally up to you. Cheaper Hotel Rates One problem that you may encounter when traveling with multiple adults is that hotel rooms can get more expensive for large groups, and there may be fees if there are more than two people over 18 in the same room. If you’re flyin’ solo, then that’s not a problem! The Little Mermaid Rooms in Caribbean Beach Resort Also, if you’re a party of one, it should be easier to find a hotel room that meets your needs. Availability becomes more scarce with larger parties, but a single person could stay in any size room — whether it sleeps 2 or 12. Cheaper Overall Speaking of saving money — it’s simple math that a trip with fewer people is a cheaper trip! (Unless you decide to treat yo’ self, and if you do, we’re totally supportive.) Dapper Dans When you’re traveling by yourself, you can budget less for food, souvenirs, Genie+, and any other purchases that you would typically be required to make for several people. You might be surprised how much you can save! ALL the Snacks and Souvenirs! While we’re on the subject of budgets, let’s talk about snacks and souvenirs. When you take a solo trip to Disney World, you can use the ENTIRE snack budget or souvenir budget on yourself! Let’s go shopping! You can buy whichever souvenirs YOU want and eat all the snacks on your must-try list, without having to share that budget with others. That’s a pretty big perk, if you ask us! Entertainment Perks As a party of one, it’s a lot easier to find a spot when you’re watching entertainment in Disney World! You don’t take up nearly as much space on the sidewalk during the parade and you don’t get in anyone’s way during the fireworks. Happily Ever After It’s also easier to find places to sit when entering a theater or amphitheater. You don’t have to find a large section of seats altogether, just one spot with a nice view! Skipping the Line One great perk of traveling alone is the blessed phrase: “Party of one or two?!” Occasionally, Cast Members will shout this out when they’re trying to load rides efficiently, and you might get to skip ahead in line if you’re a smaller party who can fill in those extra seats. Flight of Passage Traveling in small parties, we’ve been able to skip ahead of 20 people in line at Flight of Passage or squeeze into the last seats at a showing of Festival of the Lion King. You don’t really get to choose when this happens, but sometimes you get lucky! Making Your Own Schedule And finally, let’s talk about the biggest benefit of traveling alone — you get to set your own schedule! You can do whichever rides, shows, restaurants, and attractions that you’d like. On top of that, you can skip the things you DON’T like. Slinky Dog Dash There’s a lot of flexibility in a solo trip to Disney World, and ultimately that’s the reason that many people choose to take that route. Sometimes it’s just therapeutic to enjoy your own company for a while and give in to your sense of adventure! If you’re planning on taking a solo trip to Disney World, make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and updates, as well as all the tips you need! 10 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Change in 2024 — 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 Have you ever taken a solo trip to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 11 Reasons It's Not WEIRD to Go to Disney World ALONE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

$1 upgrades, surefire ways to escape the crowds, and VIP treatment? Cinderella Castle Disney World might be EXPENSIVE, but these extra add-ons could still be worth budgeting for. Check out our video below: 11 Things You Won’t Regret Buying in Disney World https://youtu.be/R2kfFuZX8xc Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more Disney news! 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 like to splurge on in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: 11 Things You Won't Regret Buying in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One thing that we never seemed to outgrow from childhood is the appreciation we have for LEGOs. LEGO Store at DIsney Springs We also have a healthy fear of them after stepping on them a few too many times, but that’s beside the point. We always marvel at the new LEGO sets that come out, especially the Disney-themed ones, and it’s definitely impressive to watch someone construct a massive set. Well, if you love Disney and LEGO sets, and you are hoping to venture to a galaxy far, far away, then this post is for you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There’s an exclusive new LEGO set that’s available NOW for LEGO Insiders, and the Star Wars fans are going to love it. Say hello to the Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser! Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser LEGO Set ©LEGO This set allows you to celebrate 20 years of Clone Wars by constructing the 5,374-piece Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser. It also comes with 2 minifigures. When assembled, this set is over 43 inches long, so it could make for a pretty impressive collector’s item! Shop on the LEGO website If you’re hoping to snag this set for yourself, you can sign up FOR FREE to become a LEGO Insider. Once you log in to your Insider account, you’ll be able to make the purchase. We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news, so follow along so that you never miss a thing. Click here to shop Disney essentials ONLINEThe post There's a NEW 5,374-Piece 'Star Wars' LEGO Set Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At Walt Disney World, making magic and helping others is what we’re all about which is why we’re giving new donations totaling $1.5 million to 19 nonprofit organizations creating positive change in the state of Florida – our home for more than half a century!View the full article

It’s a particularly exciting time for EPCOT fans. EPCOT The park is boasting a few all-new experiences as the host for the Disney 100th Anniversary Celebration, and among the fresh, new things in the park, a lot of folks are most excited about the fireworks show that will arrive on December 5th. Luminous: The Symphony of Us will replace the current show — EPCOT Forever — and will feature an original composition to “remind us that we’re more alike than different, connecting our hearts together as one.” Now, though, we’ve gotten even MORE news regarding the new show. Check it out! EPCOT will have TWO dining packages available during the new fireworks show. Both Spice Road Table and Rose and Crown Dining Room will continue to offer dining packages that allow you to enjoy a meal as well a spectacular view of the new show. Note that dining packages are available right now — those with reservations through December 4th will continue to enjoy EPCOT Forever, while those with reservations on and after December 5th will enjoy Luminous. EPCOT Forever At Spice Road Table, you can dine on Mediterranean small plates in an area resembling the cafes of the Moroccan Seaside. The dining package here includes a prix fixe menu consisting of your choice of 2 small plates, a shared tagine, a dessert platter, and unlimited beverages. Spice Road Table Pricing at Spice Road Table will be $79 per adult plus tax and gratuity, and $29 per child plus tax and gratuity. Spice Road Table Over at Rose and Crown, you will be seated on the outside patio at Rose and Crown Dining Room, which offers a stunning view of World Showcase Lagoon and the fireworks shows. Here, the dining package includes a prix fixe menu where you can choose an appetizer, an entree, one dessert, and a selection of unlimited beverages. Pricing is $89 per adult plus tax and gratuity, and $39 per child plus tax and gratuity. Front Covered Patio at Rose and Crown — this is where you want to be for the fireworks! And there you have it! You can make your reservation on Disney’s website or by calling (407) 939-3463. We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney new, so make sure to follow along so that you never miss a thing and are always in the loop. Looking for more ways to dine in EPCOT? Click here! Will you be booking a reservation for either of these dining packages? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Dining Packages ANNOUNCED for the NEW Fireworks Show in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article