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Among all the exclusive experiences in Disney World, guided tours are a fan-favorite. Disney World Yes, you can participate in a wide variety of both group and private tours led by Disney’s Tour Guide Cast Members. While you can tour each of the Disney Parks, there’s a special tour that you can do in Magic Kingdom — Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour! The Keys to the Kingdom Tour is $114 per person and allows participants to gain an entirely new perspective of Magic Kingdom. Not only will the tour take you on an in-depth tour through the park where you’ll learn about each of the attractions and special park details in depth. You’ll get to learn a lot about Walt Disney himself as well as his original vision for a few of the attractions, but that’s not even close to the best part. You’ll learn about some of Walt Disney’s original attractions! The best part, you ask? Well, you’ll get to take a tour of what some people think is just an urban legend: the Magic Kingdom Utilidors! The Utilidors are the tunnels that run underneath Magic Kingdom and allow vehicles, Cast Members, and even TRASH to travel through the park unseen by guests. “it’s a small world” We’ve been in the Utilidors, and believe us when we say that these tunnels are BUZZING with activity. Yes, there’s trash. Yes, it smells less than magical. However, everything else is so cool that we didn’t even care. You’ll see Cinderella walking around with a cheeseburger that she just grabbed from the Mouseketeeria. You’ll see a seemingly endless supply of bubble wands and light-up toys in what some Cast Members call the “Glow Cage.” You’ll see vehicles, Cast Members walking to work in-costume, and you’ll get to learn all about all the things that take place underneath Magic Kingdom while guests walk unsuspectingly overhead. Jungle Cruise It’s awesome, y’all. We’d do this tour again and again. It could be a great gift for a Disney fan, or even just a great way to experience Magic Kingdom in a different way. Cinderella Castle We’ll continue to keep you all updated with more Disney news and advice, so make sure to follow along for more so that you never miss a thing. Looking for more tours at Disney World? Click here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever participated in the Keys to the Kingdom Tour? Let us know in the comments! The post Why We Pay 4 to See Trash in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Is it even the holiday season if you don’t get new matching pajamas with your family or friends? We’re pretty sure that’s basically a requirement. Holidays in Magic Kingdom You can take the holiday tradition of matching pajamas one step further by finding matching DISNEY pajamas. Luckily, there are several sets of p.j.s available for pre-order on shopDisney right now! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We found a couple of matching pj sets that we just HAD to show you! Get the Mickey Mouse Holiday Pajamas for Women ©Disney First up is this Mickey Mouse holiday pajamas set by Munki Munki! The design features Mickey’s face surrounded by Christmas lights on the shirt with patterns of Mickey decorating a tree along the bottoms. ©Disney The women’s pajamas come in sizes XS through XXL. View on shopDisney Get the Mickey Mouse Holiday Pajamas for Men ©Disney The men’s pajamas in this same set are available in sizes S to XXL. They look very similar to the women’s pajamas, except the pants have a grey waistband, and the cuffs seem to be a bit wider. View on shopDisney Get the Mickey Mouse Holiday Pajamas for Kids ©Disney Can’t leave out the kids! You can get kids’ p.j.s in this style in sizes ranging from 2 to 12. View on shopDisney Get the Winnie the Pooh Holiday Pajamas for Women ©Disney The other set of matching pajamas that we just had to show you was this Winnie the Pooh set! Pooh and Piglet are snuggling up next to some presents. ©Disney The women’s pajamas come in sizes XS through XXL. View on shopDisney Get the Winnie the Pooh Holiday Pajamas for Men ©Disney The men’s set is available in sizes S to XXL. View on shopDisney Get the Winnie the Pooh Holiday Pajamas for Babies ©Disney There’s even an adorable stretchy sleeper for babies! This is available in sizes 0M to 18M. View on shopDisney There are too many options — we can’t choose just one. Which pajama set are you going to get? They’re all available for pre-order now, and some sizes are already starting to sell out, so be sure to get yours soon! Shop more Disney merchandise online at our DFB Amazon storefront!The post HURRY! Disney's NEW Matching PJs Are Already Starting to SELL OUT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

BIG changes are happening in Disney World, people. Disney World From the hotels to EPCOT to Magic Kingdom and more, a lot is going on nearly everywhere you look. Speaking of Magic Kingdom, we’re keeping an eye on all the progress at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and getting excited for its eventual opening in 2024. And it looks like we might not be the only ones either, because a NEW park map has landed in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom officially has a new park map! We found it in the park and also over in Disney Springs. The front features Princess Tiana hugging a child in a Princess Tiana costume and tiara as well. Overall, there aren’t too many major changes to this version of the map. The document itself still features a map of the entire Magic Kingdom on the left side with the legend on the right, so there was no reinventing the wheel here or anything. The new map There’s a ton of good stuff on the back like transportation information, park guidelines, and guest services info too. This has remained the same from the last version of the map, though! There’s more continued on the back We did notice that Disney removed where it said “Coming April 3rd!” under the Happily Ever After section since that show has been back in Magic Kingdom for a while now, but other than that, it’s mostly the cover that has been updated. And information about other events too We’ll be keeping up with more changes throughout Magic Kingdom and the rest of Disney World, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. A HUGE Change Just Happened in Magic Kingdom — See It 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 When are you heading to Magic Kingdom next? Tell us in the comments. The post A NEW Park Map Is Now in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re constantly spotting new Disney merch in the parks and keeping you updated on those new releases ASAP! Merchandise If you’re anything like us, seeing a new pairs of ears, spirit jerseys, and other Disney items can really get us in that shopping mood! But maybe you’re not heading to Disney World anytime in the near future. Or you’re looking for some super exclusive items. Never fear! There are plenty of items that don’t make it to the parks and are available only online! Let’s go over some of our favs! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Now, let’s take a look at these items, shall we? Grab this LEGO Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House ©Amazon Often times you won’t find LEGO items in the parks. You can however find some at the LEGO store in Disney Springs. BUT, there are plenty online and new ones are released often. Disney and Pixar fans will have a blast with this LEGO set of the iconic “Up” house. And who knows? Maybe you’re thinking of this as a Christmas present for the kids?! View on Amazon Grab this Disney100 – Advent Calendar a Storybook Library ©Amazon Another item that our readers LOVE but won’t be found in the parks are advent calendars. This year, a new Disney100 Anniversary advent calendar was released online and it’s been a big hit! View on Amazon Shop this Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Family Board Game ©Amazon You can sometimes find Disney boardgames in the parks but they’re hard to come by. Amazon is a great place to find some really unique games like this one themed after Big Thunder Mountain. View on Amazon Grab these Disney Mickey Mouse 3D Coffee Cups ©Amazon We LOVE these JoyJolt Disney mugs but you will not find them when taking a look at the mug wall in the parks. These clear microwave-safe mugs work with hot AND cold beverages, so you can use them for your morning cup of coffee or for your iced tea later in the afternoon! View on Amazon Shop this Loungefly Disney Christmas Mickey and Minnie Cookie Headband and Mini Backpack ©Amazon Now, you can find some Loungeflys in the parks but you likely won’t spot these that are a backpack with a matching pair of ears. These are so nice because the backpack is made to hold ears!! View on Amazon Grab this 5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands Collectible Toys ©Amazon Another item that has been a big hit with Disney fans that you won’t find in the parks are Mini Brands. View on Amazon Shop this 7 Ft Tall Oogie Boogie Wheel of Death Halloween Inflatable ©Amazon Other items you won’t find in the parks are inflatables. There are so many unique ones that are made each year and they can really add so much Disney character to your yard for the holidays! View on Amazon We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more. Looking for more unique Disney merchandise online? Click here to view our Amazon Storefront Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 7 Things Disney Sells Online That You WON’T Find In the Theme Parks! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney is already well-known for hosting the jolliest of holiday parties, and thanks to three Walt Disney World cast members, Disney Jollywood Nights will be full of extra magia when the new party makes its festive debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 11. With roots from across Latin America, cast members Ana, Nick and […]View the full article

Disney World can be pretty unpredictable at times. Rainy day on Main Street Ride closures, transportation troubles, and technological problems can all affect your experience in the parks. It’s a good idea to have a Plan B in case you encounter one of these setbacks, but sometimes the setbacks are a lot more involved than one simple ride closure. Today, in Magic Kingdom, three whole lands were closed due to a bear that had been spotted in the area — just when we thought we had seen everything! So, just what does the park look like when half of it is closed? Come find out. This morning, Adventureland, Frontierland, and Liberty Square were all closed — yes, the entire lands — while Disney monitored the situation. That means no access to the rides, restaurants, or shops in these sections. Cast Members were standing by at the entrances to each of these lands to direct guests elsewhere. Guests waiting outside Adventureland With so much of Magic Kingdom closed, the rest of the park felt BUSY. Ride wait times soared — Peter Pan’s Flight had a 95-minute wait. Peter Pan’s Flight Even “it’s a small world” got up to 40 minutes. “it’s a small world” Fortunately, the Festival of Fantasy Parade still happened. It still did its usual route through Frontierland, even though that section of the park was blocked off for guests. It emerged from the closed Liberty Square. However, since there were fewer viewing areas, the parade crowds were intense! It was PACKED If you wanted to grab a bite to eat, there were fewer options, so those that were open were also packed. In Cosmic Rays Starlight Cafe, every seat inside the large dining room was taken when we checked. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe During these closures, Disney was also not allowing guests to book Lightning Lane selections for the closed areas of the park, so it was harder for some guests to plan out their day. Cast Members blocking guests from entering the land So, if you are in the parks when something like this happens, keep in mind that it will probably feel much busier than expected. Hopefully, it will be a long time before a bear is spotted nearby again! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. NEWS: Menu CHANGE Arrives at Magic Kingdom’s Spring Roll Cart 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 been in the parks when something like this has happened? Let us know in the comments below! The post Here's What the CROWDS Looked Like When Half of Magic Kingdom Was CLOSED first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

What do you do with a day off from the parks in Disney World? Well, besides strolling around your hotel and taking a dip in the pool, we definitely recommend Disney Springs! Disney Springs The shopping and dining complex has enough offerings to keep you busy for a whole day if necessary, and it’s home to some of the best restaurants on property. Plus, they often offer live entertainment in the evenings! In fact, right now you can check out a special entertainment option inspired by a hit TV show. Currently, you can catch a Dancing with the Stars show in Disney Springs near Orange Garage! We spotted a new stage set up there a few days ago. The Dancing with the Stars Stage! According to the Disney Springs website, the “Dancing Under the Stars” show happens nightly from September 15th-October 2nd. Performances take place between 6PM and 10PM. Make sure to stop by and check it out! It’s only a limited-time offering, so make sure to head over there soon if you want to check it out! We’ll keep you updated with any more special happenings in Disney springs, so stay tuned to DFB. Click Here to See Our List of the Best 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 Are you going to Disney Springs soon? Tell us in the comments! The post There’s a NEW Limited-Time Show in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Disney Magic was the first official Disney Cruise Line ship to set sail. Disney Magic Atrium The Magic set a lot of trends, broke a ton of cruising barriers and stereotypes, and is still one of the most magical cruises to have ever sailed the seas! We’re taking a look at how many passengers can be onboard the Disney Magic cruise ship. The Magic is Disney’s first Cruise Line ship, which set sail on its maiden voyage on June 30, 1998. It is 984 ft long (the same height if you laid the Eiffel Tower on its side!). It is 171.5 ft tall (almost as tall as the Leaning Tower of Pisa!) Donald and Captain Mickey The Magic holds 875 staterooms in 10 different categories for up to 2,713 passengers. The ship is also managed by 950 Cast Members on crew. So, all told, there are 3,663 souls onboard the Disney Magic for each sailing. Check out EVERY Stateroom on the Disney Magic And there are ton of things to do for all of those 2,713 passengers onboard. There are kids clubs for every age range, adult lounges and spas, fine dining, and immersive dinner shows, pools and splash areas, not to mention all of the live entertainment and Broadway-caliber shows! Disney Cruise Line! Don’t miss your chance to experience the Magic at sea! And keep checking out DFB for all of your Disney Cruise Line tips and news! Let Small World Vacations Help You Plan Your Disney Cruise! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Explore Disney’s Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Have you been on the Disney Magic? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. The post Disney Magic Cruise Ship Capacity first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You can never have too many Minnie Ears — it’s just a fact of being a Disney Adult! Italy Minnie Ears New ears arrive in the parks and online seemingly CONSTANTLY, and so it can be hard to keep up. That’s where we come in! We make it our mission to bring to your attention ALL of the new merchandise that comes to the park shops as well as shopDisney. If you’re hoping to check out some new merchandise, then today is your lucky day, because we’re about to highlight one of our FAVORITE souvenirs that we’ve seen lately! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Okay, EPCOT fans! This one is for you. Grab the EPCOT Re-Imagined Ears ©Disney The EPCOT Re-Imagined Loungefly Ears are the EPCOT fan’s DREAM, and they’re now available on shopDisney! One of our favorite things about them is that they are neutral enough to go with a wide variety of outfits, but they also have a great pop of color. View on shopDisney The ears themselves look like Spaceship Earth… ©Disney …while the simulated-leather bow features some of EPCOT’s iconic logos and park branding. There’s also an enamel centerpiece that features elements from Spaceship Earth. ©Disney The headband itself is blue and features the Disney and Loungefly logo. ©Disney What do you think? Will you be grabbing these ears? We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news — merchandise included, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more Disney merchandise and essentials that you can find online? Click here! The post These New Ears Are Every EPCOT Fan’s DREAM first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Listen, y’all, we’ve seen some absolutely incredible merchandise releases since Disney’s 100th Anniversary Celebrations kicked off. Disney100 sign And trust us — we’re certainly not complaining. Some of our favorites have been part of the Disney Decades Collections, a series of releases inspired by Disney films and franchises throughout the years. So far we’ve seen collections dedicated to the 1920s all the way through the 1980s, and now, the 1990s collection has officially landed in the parks and online! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Goofy Movie Loungefly Backpack is truly iconic A Goofy Movie Loungefly If you crave the Leaning Tower of Cheese-a on the regular and can’t stop singing Powerline songs, then this A Goofy Movie Loungefly backpack is an absolute must-get! It’s not often we see this movie get the respect it deserves so we’re thrilled that it’s getting some love. Goofy and Max are featured on the front, ready to hit the road on their epic road trip — and you’ll be ready to hit the parks with this new backpack too. View on shopDisney Grab these Beauty and the Beast Minnie Ears Beauty and the Beast Ears This tale may be as old as time, but these ears are brand new! The stained glass motif is perfect for these Beauty and the Beast Minnie Ears. They feature a stained glass rose on one ear, and Belle and the Beast on the other. The roses in the center are giving DIY-vibes, but we think the stained glass effect makes up for it! View on shopDisney Here’s a Disney Afternoon pin to add to your collection A Disney Afternoon pin There’s also a new pin for you to add to your collection — this Disney Afternoon one! Remember the days of getting home from school and popping this on the TV? After you were done with your homework, of course. We love the different character representation on this one! View on shopDisney Snag this Darkwing Duck plush too Darkwing Duck Plush It wouldn’t be a ’90s collection without the most incredible masked duck in the game — Darkwing Duck! This animated series was iconic and we’re glad this superhero is getting a little bit of love. View on shopDisney You can also grab this A Bug’s Life MagicBand+ ©Disney What is this? A MagicBand+ for ants? Kind of — it’s a MagicBand+ covered in ants and other bugs courtesy of A Bug’s Life! Flik, Heimlich, and more are featured on this Disney100 accessory. Grab it while you can! View on shopDisney Don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney shopping needs! Shop for More Disney Essentials on Our Amazon Storefront!The post ALERT! Disney Just Dropped a 90s-Themed Loungefly and More first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning for your next Disney World trip? Let’s talk about what you need to pack. ©Getty Images The list can get pretty long when you’re thinking about all the travel essentials you’ll need. And, as you know, there are plenty of opportunities to forget those most important things. But what we’re here to talk about are some of the things that you can leave off your list and save you some space in your luggage. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’re in the parks every day and we want to go over some of the things that you might want to leave off of your packing list for your next Disney World trip. Let’s dive in. Jeans Listen. We get it. Your new pair of jeans are really fashionable, but Florida, where Disney World is located, is known for its humid and often rainy weather most of the year. If you get wet from rain or water rides, jeans tend to absorb moisture and can take a long time to dry. And trust us, walking around in damp, heavy pants for any period of time is uncomfortable. Rain in Magic Kingdom Jeans are typically made from heavy and non-breathable material, which can lead to chafing when you’re walking long distances or spending hours on rides, which you’ll be doing plenty of at the parks. Also, the lack of breathability can make you feel sweaty and uncomfortable for the whole day. Ultimately, they’re just not ideal to wear when you’re constantly getting on and off rides, walking long distances, and doing all the things you’ll be doing at the parks. Rain in Hollywood Studios We’d recommend wearing lightweight and breathable clothing like shorts, moisture-wicking athletic pants, or even comfortable cargo pants when visiting Disney World. You’ll just have a much better experience at the parks. Snacks Disney snacks can get pretty pricey, which makes bringing your own snacks a decent option to save a couple of bucks and even be healthier too. You just have to figure out how you’re going to carry those snacks with you. Snacks We’d recommend against carrying snacks that are prone to melting or getting crushed in your bag, like chocolate and bananas, which can end up becoming problems when you’re on the go. That’s where getting a proper container comes in and they come in clutch! ©Amazon A container like this Whiskware Stackable Container is a great option. It is 3 separate containers that can stack on top of each other so it takes up minimal space in your bag. These twist together so no worries about them popping open like other container options. It comes in a variety of Disney characters as well. Water Bottles You have to stay hydrated while you’re out there and while you may be tempted to either purchase a pack of 24 water bottles from a local store or purchase water at the parks, we’d actually recommend against it. ©Amazon Instead of trying to figure out where to buy water, you may want to grab a Water Bottle like this one. It’s collapsible, fits in the bag easily, and can hold up to 20 oz. Water Bottle Refill Station By TRON Also, you will find lots of free water refill stations throughout the parks. This Is the Water Bottle That Literally Everyone Takes to Disney World! Chargers One of the biggest issues that you’ll face at Disney World isn’t the crowds or even the heat. It’s the constant need to charge your phone. You’ll have to live in the Walt Disney World app if you want to skip the lines, stay aware of the current wait times, or make any kind of reservation, which means you’ll be draining your battery quick. To keep your phone alive all day, using a portable charger is probably the best option you have. Instead of bringing a bulky charger that will weigh down your bag, we’d recommend getting a fuel rod. FuelRods can be found all around the parks! All over the Disney World parks you’ll find Fuel Rod Stations. Fuel Rods are portable chargers that go for $30 each in Disney World. When yours runs out of battery, just replace it with another one at any Fuel Rod station for no additional cost. Fuel Rod Station in PizzeRizzo $30 isn’t bad for a fuel rod that technically doesn’t run out, but you could be getting them for cheaper! Did you know you can get a pack of TWO Fuel Rods on Amazon for $34.99 — you’ll basically save $25! ©Amazon These are the exact same brand, so they can be swapped out at the Fuel Rod locations within Disney World, and now you will have TWO, so someone else in your party can also recharge! But what do you do if you need to charge multiple phones or other devices at the same time? Have you thought about using a multi-charger? ©Amazon This charger allows you to charge your phone, MagicBands, and other devices all at the same time. Also, it’s small and lightweight, which means it can easily fit into any park bag without weighing you down. The $12 Item That Will Make Your Disney Trip 10x Easier Shoes You’re going to be on your feet a lot at Disney World, so you have to make sure that you have the right footwear for your trip. While it might be tempting to sport a brand-new pair of shoes to match your stylish Disney-themed outfit, there’s a high possibility that those new shoes can cause you potential foot problems during your trip. Need some backups? Of course, the proper footwear is super dependent on what you’re doing for the day. So, if you’re skipping all over EPCOT, you might not want to wear those flip-flops. Save those for the pool. We definitely recommend planning out your daily activities and bringing an extra pair just in case you get caught in one of those afternoon Florida rain showers. The Most Uncomfortable Shoes We Always See People Wear in Disney World So, armed with these insightful tidbits, you can now plan ahead and have the best time on your Disney World trip. Until then, keep it right here for all the latest Disney news! Click here to view our list of the Best Shoes for 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 wish you had left off your packing for your last Disney World trip? Let us know below! The post 5 Things Disney World Pros No Longer Pack first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney made it known that he wanted Disney World to be for everyone — but we don’t think this is precisely what he meant. Cinderella Castle When Magic Kingdom opened on the morning of Monday, September 18th, multiple lands in the park didn’t open with it. Actually, every single ride in Adventureland, Frontierland, and Liberty Square was listed as “temporarily unavailable” in the Disney World app. Fans began speculating wildly about what may have happened, but we never would have guessed that this unwanted guest was the reason for the holdup! Bear with us, because we’ve got quite the story to tell that you might not believe. Disney World has had its fair share of wild animals in the parks but chances are Walt Disney didn’t exactly have this particular guest in mind when he welcomed everyone into the parks. According to WESH news, a bear was spotted in Magic Kingdom this morning and was the reason for the closure of nearly half the park. Sounds like one of the Country Bears didn’t take too kindly to the re-theme announcement and decided to stage a walkout. Uh oh The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission shared a statement, confirming the presence of a black bear in Magic Kingdom: “The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is aware of a black bear reported in a tree on Walt Disney World property at the Magic Kingdom. Biologists with the FWC’s Bear Management Program, as well as FWC Law Enforcement officers, are on scene. In most cases, it is best for bears to be given space and to move along on their own, but given this situation, staff are working on capturing and relocating the bear. During the fall, bears are more active as they search for food to pack on fat reserves for the winter. This particular bear was likely moving through the area searching for food. The FWC reminds people that if you see a bear, to give it space and never approach or feed it. To learn more about bears and how to avoid conflicts with them, visit MyFWC.com/Bear or BearWise.org.” Tom Sawyer Island Officials shared that the bear was seen in a tree and the FWC is actively working on removing and relocating the bear to a safe location for it. With three lands completely out of commission, nearly HALF of Magic Kingdom was closed this morning. If you’re in Magic Kingdom today, you might notice that the wait times for some of the attractions in Tomorrowland and Fantasyland were higher than normal. SO many rides are closed! Disney released a statement indicating that they would be reopening the lands, but keep an eye on the My Disney Experience app for the most up-to-date information on wait times and ride closures. And don’t forget to keep an eye out for bears! We’ll be on the lookout for more news throughout Disney World and beyond, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 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 Were you in Magic Kingdom during Beargate 2023? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: A Bear Has Been Spotted in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know Spooky Season is at its peak, but if you are ready for peppermints and Christmas lights, we have something for you! Christmas has arrived for Disney fans! You might think it’s a bit early, but with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party already starting to sell out, we want to make sure you get a chance to check out these NEW, exclusive Disney Loungefly bags before they’re gone! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There’s a new bag for fans of all kinds of Disney stories. Let’s check them out! Get the Bambi Loungefly Mini Backpack Bambi Folk Mini Backpack ©BoxLunch For those who may struggle walking on ice, Box Lunch has an exclusive folk-themed Bambi Loungefly backpack which features embroidered profiles of Bambi and Faline. This bag is sure to go with you to the parks or a serene winter walk through the woods. This preorder is estimated to ship between November 14th and the 25th. Shop at BoxLunch Now! Get the Stitch Christmas Lights Light-Up Mini Backpack Stitch Christmas Lights Backpack ©BoxLunch You might think Stitch belongs on the naughty list this year, but this Lilo & Stitch Christmas lights Light-Up Mini Backpack will be great for those who are Naughty or Nice! Did we say “light-up”? YES! This bag is battery-powered to allow the Christmas lights to actually light up! Giving you a themed experience that lets you spread your holiday cheer! The bag is estimated to ship between October 31st and November 11th if you preorder soon. Shop this BoxLunch Exclusive! Get the Winnie the Pooh Snow Angel Mini Backpack Pooh Snow Angel Swivel Mini Backpack ©BoxLunch We have no bothers when it comes to this faux fur Winnie the Pooh Snow Angel Swivel Mini Backpack. We are ready for playing in the snoap with this bag as Pooh’s arms and legs swivel up and down, by using the attached cords, to make the perfect bear-shaped snow angel. Preorder today and get it shipped between December 12th and the 23rd. Buy on BoxLunch today! Get the WALL-E & EVE Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Backpack EVE & WALL-E Holiday Mini Backpack ©BoxLunch WALL-E and EVE are getting ready for the holiday season decorating their form of Christmas Tree on this new Pixar WALL-E and EVE Holiday Glow-in-the-dark Mini Backpack. Glow In The Dark WALL-E and Eve Loungefly ©BoxLunch It even glows in the dark! So you will be ready for the long winter nights with this Loungefly. Shipping for this bag is estimated to be between October 3rd and the 14th. Order exclusively at BoxLunch! Get the Star Wars Jawa Christmas Tree Mini Backpack Star Wars Jawa Christmas Tree Mini Backpack ©BoxLunch We are gearing up to celebrate Star Wars’ winter holiday, Life Day, with this new Star Wars Jawa Christmas Tree Mini Backpack. This bag features the galaxy’s most adorable scavengers setting up their Christmas tree and wrapping their presents. We are hoping they get the droids they were looking for, or at least you get the bag you were looking for this season! This bag is available for preorder and is estimated to ship between November 7th and the 18th. Order today at BoxLunch! Even if you are not ready for Christmas yet, Box Lunch has a plethora of Disney merch ranging from Loungefly, pins, ears, and more! Check out BoxLunch for Disney items here! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to find even MORE Disney merchandise on our Amazon storefront!The post 5 NEW Disney Loungefly Bags Are Online NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Marvel fans, grab your wallets — we have some exciting news! Do you love the Avengers? Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure is a fun spot where guests can meet some of their favorite characters, watch action-packed shows, and fuel up with some hero-worthy eats. Soon, we’ll be getting even more fun with an expansion of this land that will include a new ride! While we still have a while before we will get to experience this new attraction, another addition to the land opened TODAY — a new store. Come check it out! Avengers Vault, located in Avengers Headquarters, features Infinity Saga Relics — a first for the Disneyland Resort! Guests will also be able to find apparel and other fan-favorite merchandise throughout the store. ©Disney These items represent “some of the most powerful artifacts the Avengers have assembled in their multi-world explorations, including the Infinity Gauntlet and Infinity Stones.” Visitors will also be able to pick up replicas of “iconic Super Hero gear, like Iron Man’s Arc Reactor and Loki’s TVA Badge and Time Stick.” ©Disney Head on over to Avengers Campus to check it out! In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. We’ve Got a BIG Update on the Proposed Disneyland Expansion Project Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What is your favorite area in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments below! The post Disney's NEW Store Is Finally OPEN! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Loki quickly became a fan-favorite show on Disney+. Hey There Loki! The show currently only has one season released on Disney+, but it quickly made a big splash. We’ve seen a lot of Loki merchandise inside and outside the parks, and McDonald’s has even partnered with the show, re-designing an entire store to take on a Loki theme. We can’t wait for the second season to come to Disney+ and now we’ve just heard that the release date has been moved up! Loki is a show about the life of Thor’s brother, Loki, after the events of The Avengers: Endgame. He’s known for his mischievousness, and we watch him on his next adventures. Variant Loki Season 2 was set to premiere on October 6th of this year. But now, we will get to watch it a day early! Disney has moved up the release date to October 5th, at 6PM PT. ©Disney This new date and time means you won’t have to wake up in the middle of the night to watch the first episode of its release. We can’t wait to see Loki back in action! Log in to Disney+ on October 5th to catch him in his mischief. Meanwhile, be sure to check back to Disney Food Blog for more Disney updates! The 32(!!) Remakes, Reboots, and Sequel Movies in the Works at Disney Right Now Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you log on at 6PM PT to watch the new season of Loki? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: CHANGE Announced for 'Loki' Season 2 Premiere Date on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I can think of few things in life that hit the spot quite like a spread of sushi and some good ol’ soy sauce and shrimp sauce to accompany it. Sushi! I personally eat sushi a couple times per week because it’s quick to eat, nutritious, and also pretty filling — and I know that there are lots of other sushi-lovers here on the DFB team! However, there’s one place we probably won’t be eating sushi. That place is Disney World! I know what you’re thinking. You’re probably thinking something along the lines of, “Why? It’s light and fresh, AND Disney World is near the coast so you know the seafood is likely to be good.” Well, my friend, it is just too dang HOT. Not so great in the sun On a long, hot day in Disney World, nothing really gives us the ick like carrying around a plate of fish or sitting outside with some sushi. There are frequently grab-and-go sushi options in the Japan pavilion at EPCOT, and eating fish in the hot sun just isn’t really on our list of favorite things. Plus, the sauces and some of the toppings and seasonings are LOADEDDDDD in sodium, which will only further dehydrate you and make you even thirstier. Tokyo Sushi Combo Now, you could always opt for a sit-down restaurant with air conditioning to enjoy some sushi, like Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya. However, a belly full of fish while walking around in the hot sun just isn’t super appealing either. Shiki-Sai views of the World Showcase Lagoon So, what do we do? Well, we either get sushi and take it back to the hotel at the end of the day when it’s cool, or grab it from a table service restaurant if it isn’t super hot outside. It’s also a fan-favorite dish of ours to grab in the winter since we won’t be sweating buckets while trying to eat or digest it. Sushi What do you think? Do you typically get sushi during the hot months at Disney World? We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news and tips, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for some of our favorite Disney meals for ALL the time? 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! Do you eat sushi when it’s hot out or when you’ll be walking a lot? Let us know in the comments! The post I Love Sushi. Here's Why I'll Never Eat It In Disney World. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Runners and Disneyland fans alike have been CELEBRATING the return of the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. Sleeping Beauty Castle This magical runDisney event will make its comeback from January 11th through the 14th, 2024 — for the first time since 2017. Yep, that’s a SEVEN-YEAR HIATUS. So, it’s safe to say that runDisney fanatics are pretty pumped right now. Us? Well, we’re happy for everyone who got a spot in the Half Marathon Weekend, but we have a serious case of the green-eyed monster. Why? Well, Disney just revealed the medals for the race weekend, and I don’t think I’ve ever been more jealous in my life than I am of the runners who will snag this Disneyland-themed hardware. Let’s check out some medals! The 2024 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend consists of a yoga event, a 5K (3.1 miles), a 10K (6.2 miles), a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), and a race challenge in which you can earn a special prize for participating in both the 10K and Half Marathon races and finishing on-pace, which is a 16-minute mile average pace for runDisney races. ©Disney The theming for the 2024 Half Marathon Weekend, which takes place throughout the Anaheim Resort District, is nostalgic, classic, mid-century DISNEY. The medals reflect the theming, and they are each absolutely stunning. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland First up, let’s start with the 5K medal! When we think of midcentury California, we think that the 5K medal embodies that PERFECTLY. The palm trees, the “2024” that looks like vintage signage — it’s beautiful. Oh, and did we mention that Pluto is the mascot for this race? ©Disney Next up, we have the 10K medal, which features the mascots Donald and Daisy! This medal features the glitz and glimmer of a magical fireworks show illuminating Sleeping Beauty Castle. Look at Donald and Daisy in their vintage workout gear. ©Disney Next, we have the Half Marathon Medal, which is our second favorite medal out of the lineup. This one features Mickey and Minnie as they sprint to the finish line with Sleeping Beauty Castle in the background. The medal itself is in the shape of the Disneyland logo, which is extra special. Also — THESE COLORS. ©Disney Last but not least is the challenge medal, which is our FAVORITE of them all. The Dumbo Double Dare Challenge Medal is available to those who maintain a 16-minute mile and finish both the 10K and Half Marathon. The medal features a very adorable Dumbo waving a Disneyland pennant. The colors, the circus font, the image of Dumbo — it’s all too much. We cannot handle how cute this medal is. ©Disney Well, there you have it! Unfortunately, these races are sold out — hence our jealousy, because we didn’t register. However, there are still spots available for the virtual races, which you can sign up for on runDisney’s website. And YES, you will get the SAME medals! We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more so that you’re always in the loop. Looking for more runDisney news? Click here! 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 these medals? Let us know in the comments! The post OK Disney -- These Might Be the Most Beautiful Race Medals EVER! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

So you’re planning a trip to Disney World, now what? Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios You’ve probably started working out your budget while figuring out where to stay and which park tickets to get. Maybe you’re figuring out where to make your advance dining reservations. But have you thought about your FIRST day in the parks? If not, we’re going to give you a heads up about things you should NOT do on day one of your Disney World trip. By first day in Disney World, we’re not talking about your arrival day, or the day you get to the resort. You should set that day aside for checking into your hotel, getting your bearings, and maybe hitting up Disney Springs. What we’re talking about here is your first FULL day in Disney World — that first day when you hit the parks. Wearing the wrong shoes We talk about shoes a LOT here at DFB because they can literally make or break your trip (and your feet). If you wear the wrong shoes on the first day (shoes that don’t fit well, shoes with little support, shoes that haven’t been broken in), you will regret it for the rest of your trip. These are probably not shoes you want to wear in the parks Here’s the thing: you’ll be doing a LOT of walking in Disney World: we’re talking miles and miles and MILES. That is rough on your feet. Doing that in the wrong shoes will result in painful feet and blisters. HOWEVER, if you do end up with some feet issues on day one, be sure to have something like Moleskin handy to keep them from getting worst. Even if you heed this advice, blisters still sometimes happen. The Most Uncomfortable Shoes We Always See People Wear in Disney World Doing Too Much It’s your first day in Disney World, and you are PUMPED. We get it. That excitement is PURE adrenaline. So you might think you want to hit the ground running and cram as much into that first day as you can. Maybe you even think you want to go from rope drop to park close. We’re going to tell you something important: please, don’t. Rope drop crowds in February 2022 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios If you do this, you are not only going to be burned out by day two, but you’ll also be sore. Remember — it’s a marathon, not a race. Realize that you’re not going to be able to do everything, take it easy occasionally just to enjoy some of the details in Disney World, and take that midday break (trust us, that midday break will SAVE YOU). The Easiest Disney World Tips the Experts Swear By Too much alcohol We get it — you want to drink around the World at EPCOT. Who doesn’t? But if you really do that in one day, you’re going to regret it either later that day or the next morning (or both). Do you REALLY want to spend your first day in Disney World drinking to the point of getting sick and then dealing with a hangover the next day? Don’t drink ALL the margaritas The answer is “no.” We get it. There are a lot of GREAT boozy drinks in the parks. But pace yourself — try the musts on your list and leave the others for later. 9 Things You Should NEVER Do While Drinking Around the World in EPCOT Too much food So we’re guilty of this, but do as we say and not as we do. Don’t eat too much food on your first day. It’s SO easy to do because Disney World has some of the best food on the planet (yes, we’re biased). If you’ve never been, you might find yourself excited to try all of those DFB faves like Corn Dog Nuggets, Plastic Cheese, Mickey Pretzels, Mickey Waffles, Dole Whips, etc., etc., etc. Pineapple Dole Whip This is when the advice we’ve already given comes in handy: pace yourself. There is no way you’ll be able to eat ALL the great food in Disney World, so just pick out a few priorities and focus on those. You don’t want to be so full and miserable after just one day. The 15 Best Snacks for UNDER $10 in Disney World Not staying hydrated The Florida heat and humidity are no joke. That’s especially true if you’ve been out in it all day walking for MILES. The most important thing you can do for yourself is to stay hydrated (this is also true, even on the cooler days). You also don’t have to pay the big $$$ for bottled water either. Bring a water bottle and fill it at water bottle refill stations throughout Disney World. Water Bottle Refill Station By TRON You can also get free cups of water at most quick-service restaurants. Plus, always order water at table service restaurants so you can keep sipping on it, even if you are drinking something else. Everywhere You Can Find FREE Water in Disney World Forgetting the sunscreen Remember how we just talked about how brutal Florida heat and humidity can be? Well, that Florida sun can be brutal on your skin. You’re going to be outside a LOT in that sun, so whatever you do, don’t forget to put sunscreen on before you head out for the parks. Also, don’t forget to reapply it at some point midway through your day. Sunscreen in Disney Springs The last thing you want to do is spend the rest of your Disney World vacation in pain because you forgot sunscreen on your first day. If you do end up in the parks before you remember the sunscreen, you can usually find it in some shops — it will be more expensive than what you might pay for it elsewhere, but this is the one time, we’d tell you to buy something like that in the parks. The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2024 So if you keep these “don’t’s” in mind, you should be able to hit up all the “do’s” and have an amazing Disney World trip. Be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney World tips and tricks, as well as all the latest 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’s something you’ve done on your first day in Disney World that you regret? Let us know in the comments! The post Don’t Make These 6 Mistakes On Your First Day at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some souvenirs in Disney World can be made custom just for you! Crystal Wish Keeper in Magic Kingdom These souvenirs can make extra special memories as you may be able to design your own or add your name to them. Many people will get their Mickey ear hats custom-embroidered for them. We’ve now spotted a new custom souvenir you can get in EPCOT! Those familiar with EPCOT know about the World Showcase. The World Showcase is made up of 11 different country pavilions. One side starts with Mexico and the other with Canada and you meet in the middle at the American pavilion. At each of these pavilions, you can find many souvenirs that are inspired by that specific country. Germany Minnie Trinket Tray Many of these pavilions offer custom souvenirs. In France, you can get custom umbrellas, and now in the Japan pavilion, you can get a custom sake cup! They look like small wooden boxes, but they are for your sake. Sake Cups You can get them at Mitsukoshi (the retail store in the Japan pavilion) for $6.95 each. If you buy one of the sake cups and you ask the Cast Members, they can sign your name on the cup in Japanese! At the display, you can learn all about sake, including how it’s made and the different types. Sake Display You can see all the rice, which is used to make sake, in one of the sake cups in the middle of the display. Rice in a Sake Cup! These would make great, personalized souvenirs especially if you like sake. There are many other souvenirs you can purchase in Mitsukoshi, including picking your own pearl! Make sure you stop by and check out this cool store while you’re in EPCOT. And check back to Disney Food Blog for more Disney updates! Want to see some of Disney’s most cringe-worthy souvenirs? Check them out here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite personalized Disney souvenir? Let us know in the comments! The post Did You Know About This Customizable Souvenir in EPCOT? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Even us Disney World EXPERTS run into problems from time to time. Hey, we’re not perfect! But there’s one good thing about encountering problems in Disney World: we can pass on the valuable lessons we learned to YOU! You’re welcome. Disney’s Animal Kingdom The truth is Disney World has a few BIG problems. But fear not — we have the solutions. 1. Don’t Fall into the Dreaded Mobile Order Trap On a busy day (and let’s face it, those days are pretty common), you may find yourself unable to place a mobile order at Disney’s popular quick-service restaurants. Why? Well, there are only a limited number of mobile order time slots available each day, so if the restaurant hits capacity, you might not be able to pick up your food via mobile order. Mobile Order can come in handy! Let’s say you were planning to grab lunch around noon at Pecos Bill’s in Magic Kingdom. Well, let’s just say you probably have the same idea as about 500 other families. If you don’t want to stand in a physical line to order your food, we HIGHLY suggest scheduling your mobile order as soon as possible (maybe even first thing in the morning) to guarantee a spot in the mobile order queue. Mobile Order This doesn’t mean that you have to eat your food first thing in the morning, either. You can select a timeslot for pretty much any time of day (subject to availability, of course). Click here to learn more about Disney’s Mobile Order process 2. Don’t Lose Hope! Have you ever tried to snag a popular dining reservation only to find out there aren’t any reservations available? We know the feeling! Well, even if Disney is telling you that there are no reservations left for ‘Ohana, Yak & Yeti, Le Cellier, or any other popular restaurant, you shouldn’t completely give up. Yak & Yeti Often, guests will cancel their dining reservations closer to the date of their visit. Keep checking back on the Disney World website for new reservations — you never know when a new time might pop up! Le Cellier Steakhouse in EPCOT If all else fails, you can always try your luck at a walk-up reservation, too. Sometimes, Disney World restaurants keep a few open spots for walk-up reservations. 3. The Water Problem. After a long day in the parks, the last thing we feel like doing is walking all the way to our Disney hotel food court for a bottle of water (or a cup of water if you have a resort refillable mug). Plus, for a family of four, four bottles of water from the hotel gift shop are EXPENSIVE! So, how else can you get water at your hotel? Intermission Food Court The solution? Don’t rely on Disney! We recommend using a grocery delivery service like Instacart, DoorDash, or Amazon. Buy a case of water bottles ahead of time and have it sent to your hotel. That way, you’ve got plenty of water to drink during your vacation. Click here for a step-by-step guide to placing a grocery delivery order in Disney World 4. Impossibly Long Lines. At the end of the night, EVERYONE goes to the same place: the bus stop. If you find yourself exiting one of the parks near park close, you will probably end up in a VERY long line for the bus. Bus Line at Magic Kingdom Unfortunately, there’s no perfect solution here, but if you simply cannot stand in one more line at the end of the day (trust us, we get it), it might be worth it to pay for an Uber, Lyft, or Minnie Van ride back to your room. 10 Disney World Rideshare Tips We Learned the Hard Way 5. The Battery Issue. These days, it’s practically impossible NOT to use your phone throughout the day in Disney World. The My Disney Experience app is sort of a theme park essential at this point, but that app can seriously drain your phone battery. There’s a charging station in Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom! Luckily, Disney has a few charging stations scattered around the parks, so be on the lookout for a free outlet next time your battery is looking low! Of course, we also recommend using a portable charger since, you know, it’s portable. Did You Know About the Secret Place To Charge Your Phone in Magic Kingdom? As you can see, there are a LOT of problems that can happen in Disney World, but we know how to navigate even the most challenging issues! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. 3 Terrifyingly Easy Ways to Ruin Your Disney World Vacation 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 Can you think of any common problems in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Has BIG Problems … But We’ve Got Solutions first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How can you stay in your dream Deluxe resort for less? Where are you going to find high-end dining for cheaper? And how can you keep from blowing your budget on all those souvenirs? Cinderella Castle We’re saving you the big bucks in Disney World TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: 50 Ways to Save $100 in Disney World 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 are your best money-saving tips for Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: 50 Ways To Save 0 in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We talk pretty often about how unexpected problems can affect your Disney World vacation. Disney World Things like bad weather or ride refurbishments can cause issues and make it difficult to accomplish everything on your to-do list. But today, we encountered something truly unexpected — HALF of Magic Kingdom was closed in the morning! When Magic Kingdom opened on the morning of Monday, September 18th, several attractions in the park didn’t open with it. In fact, all the rides in Adventureland, Frontierland, and Liberty Square were listed as “temporarily unavailable” in the My Disney Experience app. SO many rides are closed! With three lands completely out of commission, that means that HALF of the park was closed this morning. Because of this, the wait times for some of the attractions in Tomorrowland and Fantasyland were higher than normal. In addition to the closures in those lands, Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid was closed, as well as the entire Walt Disney World Railroad line. This will probably affect your morning in Magic Kingdom When we made it over to Adventureland to check things out, Cast Members were stationed blocking off the land. So this is more than just a rides closure — the lands themselves are actually closed! Cast Members blocking guests from entering the land Cast Members shared that the lands are closed for technical difficulties, with no estimated time on when they may reopen. Guests waiting outside Adventureland We’ll make sure to keep you updated as we learn more details about these closures — as of 10:15AM, all the Adventureland, Liberty Square, and Frontierland attractions are still listed as closed. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest! NEW Problems You Will Face in Disney World in 2023 — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you in Magic Kingdom this morning? Tell us about your experience in the comments! The post NEWS: HALF of Magic Kingdom Is Unexpectedly CLOSED This Morning first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re anything like us, then getting a head start on holiday shopping every year is a MUST. Do you like to get a head start on Holiday shopping? Like, who enjoys last-minute runs to the (very hectic) mall to grab a gift for Aunt Sue the week of Christmas when you could be at home snuggled up by the tree and enjoying your favorite holiday treats? Not me. You can catch ME in my pajamas with a peppermint mocha and some gingerbread. Why? Because Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are a GREAT opportunity to snag holiday gifts EARLY, and often at a discount. If you’re hoping to do your shopping early and in your pajamas, too, then this post is for you. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days will take place on October 10th and 11th, 2023! ©Amazon If you’re a Prime member, you’ll be able to shop hundreds of fan-favorite brands and high-ticket items — and skip the stress of Black Friday or Christmas Eve shopping. Not to mention, you can also shop some last-minute Halloween decor and costumes, and even holiday decor to make sure your home is just as holly and jolly as you are. You’ll also be able to grab gift cards on these days, and Amazon announced that the Prime Van Gift Card is BACK for this year’s Big Deal Days, so you can even grab a few of those for the online shoppers in your life. ©Amazon What do you think? Is your calendar marked for October 1oth and 11th? We’ll continue to keep you updated with more Disney and shopping news in the meantime, including some great deals we find from the sale. Grand Floridian sparkles during the holidays Make sure to follow along for more so that you’re always in the loop! Can’t wait to shop until October? Check out some of our Amazon favorites HERE! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2023 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 over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2023 Holiday Season 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 2023 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 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 an Amazon Prime member? Let us know in the comments! The post DATES ANNOUNCED For Amazon Prime Big Deal Days first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article