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We’ve eaten at every restaurant, fast food spot, and snack cart in EPCOT, and we know just where to find the BEST places to eat. But that means we’ve also discovered some of the worst ones, too. EPCOT If you’re planning an upcoming Disney World trip, don’t forget to avoid these EPCOT restaurants! Keep in mind that the WORST restaurant in EPCOT is entirely dependent on your travel group, when you’re visiting the park, and what sort of Disney World trip you’re trying to have. There might be a restaurant on this list that is just perfect for what you’re planning, while others will likely make you run for the hills. If You’re on a Budget: Takumi Tei EPCOT certainly has its fair share of expensive restaurants — Monsieur Paul, Le Cellier, and even the new Shiki-Sai Sushi Izakaya spot. But, the one restaurant that requires the most dough just to get in the door happens to be Takumi Tei in the Japan Pavilion. Guests are seated in one of five rooms inspired by a natural element: water, wood, earth, stone, or washi paper. The Wood Room at Takumi-Tei Takumi-Tei currently features a prix-fixe menu consisting of two omakase multi-course meal options: an omnivorous meal for $250 per person (including the diner’s choice of Japanese A5 wagyu steak, Roasted duck, or Grilled Chilean seabass), and a plant-based meal for $150 per person. If you’re trying to just order a single entree — you’re out of luck here. Takumi Tei Budget-friendly places to go instead: Regal Eagle or Katsura Grill. Of course, you won’t find sushi at Regal Eagle, but the barbecue is straight-up delicious and you get a lot of food for what you pay. Over at Katsura, you can still find some sushi dishes and other Japanese delights at a cheaper price point. If You’re an Adventurous Eater: Rose and Crown There are so many incredible cultures represented in the EPCOT pavilions that it can be hard to choose just where you want to eat. If you’re looking for something a little more off the beaten path from what you may typically eat on a daily basis, you might want to stay away from Rose and Crown. Don’t get us wrong — we LOVE us some fish and chips and Shepherd’s Pie, but those are dishes that we’ve had before. Rose and Crown This cozy little pub tucked into EPCOT’S United Kingdom pavilion offers a hearty, delicious menu of British favorites including Shepherd’s Pie and Fish and Chips. Again, what one person considers to be a bit more adventurous depends on what you normally eat, but if you’re on the hunt for something new or that you may not be able to get anywhere else in your hometown, Rose and Crown probably isn’t what you want to settle with. Fish and Chips Where adventurous eaters should go instead: Shiki-Sai or Spice Road Table. Shiki-Sai is the new sushi restaurant in the Japan pavilion that’s home to a variety of incredible adventurous eats, while Spice Road Table serves up Mediterranean dishes with lots of flavor. If You’re a Picky Eater or Traveling with Kids: Spice Road Table Speaking of lots of flavor, kiddos aren’t necessarily known for having palates for spice. If you’re traveling with kids or any picky eaters, you’re probably going to want to skip Spice Road Table in the Morocco Pavilion. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating and the menu features tapas-style dishes, or small plates, including Hummus with Imported Olives, Fried Calamari and Brie Fondue, Grilled Kefta, and much more. Spice Road Table We’ve typically enjoyed most things we’ve had here, but these dishes are really packed with flavor that might not be what certain people are after when spending the day in EPCOT. But, this is one of the restaurants where you can dine with an EPCOT fireworks package which offers great views of the World Showcase Lagoon. Tapas at Spice Road Table Where to go instead for more familiar food: Rose and Crown or Sunshine Seasons. Rose and Crown features familiar British favorites like fish and chips, while Sunshine Seasons is a quick service spot with a variety of dishes for just about anyone. If You’re Looking for Something Light: Regal Eagle Forget about Arby’s, EPCOT has the MEATS. Okay, more specifically, Regal Eagle in the American Adventure Pavilion has the meats. This fast-casual restaurant celebrates the regions of American BBQ and serves up craft brews on tap. You’ll find four house-recipe sauces along with Memphis Dry-Rub Pork Ribs, Sliced Texas Beef Brisket Sandwich, or Kansas City Half-Smoked Chicken — to name just a few. Regal Eagle Smokehouse If this sounds like a lot, you would be correct. Barbecued meats are the name of the game here, and barbecue isn’t exactly a light lunch. There are sides and some lighter options on the menu, but overall you’re looking at some Southern US cookin’. We don’t blame you for not wanting to feel weighed down in the park! YUM Where to go to find a light, refreshing lunch: Crepes a Emporter or La Cantina de San Angel. Crepes a Emporter is the quick-service sister restaurant to La Creperie de Paris where you can find both savory and sweet crepes, and La Cantina de San Angel is Mexico’s quick-service location with nachos, tacos, and other lighter fare. If You Want a Quiet Meal: Biergarten Believe it or not, Disney World isn’t known for being a particularly chill, quiet place. And, certain restaurants tend to amplify sounds and get a bit more raucous than others. Germany’s Biergarten is one of those places. Imagine an Oktoberfest celebration indoors all year long. This is a theater-style restaurant filled with long, family-style tables — so you might get seated next to strangers just like at a German beer hall. Biergarten Up on stage, German performers showcase authentic Oktoberfest numbers throughout the day — and yes, they do wear lederhosen. It’s a pretty fun time, but if you’re looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the busy parks, Biergarten probably isn’t for you. Folks get pretty into the theming and there’s often some hootin’ and hollerin’ involved. Lots of food too! Where to go for peace and quiet: Katsura Grill. Though you might not get the benefit of air conditioning, Katsura Grill’s outdoor seating area is one of the most peaceful locations in all of EPCOT, with babbling streams and bamboo clinking together nearby. If You Hate Typical “Theme Park” Food: Connections Eatery We hate to do this to Connections Eatery, because we really do love it, but it’s only a slight step up from what you might think of as “theme park” food. Sure, the burgers and pizza may be a bit more elevated than what you’d find at Cosmic Ray’s in Magic Kingdom, but at the end of the day, you’re still eating burgers and pizza. Connections Eatery Connections Eatery features “dishes inspired by global flavors,” including a French Bistro Burger, Meatball Pizza, and a Curry-Spice Pizza. You’ll find some interesting salads as well, and while the food is good, there are certainly better places to grab a bite in EPCOT. What Will YOU Get? Where to go instead for more unique eats: Space 220 or Akershus. Space 220 is home to out-of-this-world eats in an incredibly themed setting, while Akershus features Norwegian favorites in a castle surrounded by princesses. Need we say more? Of course, what we think may be the worst restaurant for you could actually end up being the best — it’s all about your personal preference. Take a look at the menus of various places before you plan your trip so you have an idea of what you might want to try. Grab the DFB Guide! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! And of course, stay tuned to DFB for the latest reviews, tips, news, and more ahead of your visit! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think is the worst restaurant in EPCOT? Tell us in the comments. The post We’ve Eaten at Every Restaurant in EPCOT. These Are the Worst. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you have a favorite Disney World ride? Spaceship Earth at EPCOT If you’re like us, you might have SEVERAL favorites, but the truth of the matter is that almost EVERY Disney World ride just SLAPS. Disney Imagineering has blown our minds on MULTIPLE occasions with attractions like Rise of the Resistance in Hollywood Studios and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT. But what if we could only choose the three that are practically perfect in every way? Yes, we’re doing the impossible. We’re picking the three PERFECT rides in Disney World. This is a completely unscientific list based on our own personal opinions, but we’re still not going to argue with anyone about these. So let’s see which rides we think are flawless. Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom is one of those rides that should not work but somehow does. This ride somehow blends the utterly spooky with the downright farcical. Its horror meets humor and it all melds together to create a ride that we want to hop in over and over again. Haunted Mansion The whole experience of the Haunted Mansion begins well before you get in a Doom Buggy, though. The queue is delightful with its pet cemetery, the busts, the ghost horse and carriage, and all the other little details that only Disney Imagineers could have dreamed up. There is SO much to take in just in the queue alone, including tons of Imagineering Easter Eggs that would take us thousands of words to tell you about. The busts in the Haunted Mansion queue The experience continues when everyone is gathered in the stretching room, which is where the special effects start getting you into the mansion’s mood. The Ghost Host is PERFECTION, as is his dialogue, as well as this pre-show that then leads you to where you board your Doom Buggy. This pre-show is one of the best in Disney World We can’t even start to talk about how amazing the ride itself is once that Doom Buggy takes you through the mansion itself. What’s even more impressive is that many of the special effects are OLD SCHOOL — we’re talking traditional projections, smoke, and mirrors. But even in our modern age, it still all JUST WORKS. Constance Hatchaway in the attic All we can say is when Little Leota tells us to “hurry back” at the end of the ride, we are ready to do just that. Of course, we do have to look at one skeleton in the mansion’s closet: the Hatbox Ghost will soon be appearing in Disney World’s Haunted Mansion, and many fans of the ride are questioning where he’ll be placed in the ride. We, though, will withhold our judgment until we witness his appearance and trust that the Imagineers know what they’re doing. Here’s more about the Hatbox Ghost’s placement in Disney World’s Haunted Mansion Soarin’ Yep, we’re also saying that Soarin’ in EPCOT is a perfect ride. This is about as close as you can get to hang gliding, and it’s far safer than real hang gliding. Plus you get to hang glide OVER THE WHOLE WORLD. Let’s start with the iconic pre-show, too, which stars the one and only Patrick Warburton. The pre-boarding video is FANTASTIC while being both entertaining and educational about safety on the ride. One of the best pre-shows Then you go soaring over some of the most iconic structures in the world, including the Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower (even if it does look a little bendy), the Matterhorn, and more. It’s utterly breathtaking. We also love how the ride ends with you soaring over Disney World, complete with those classic Disney fireworks. Soarin This is the most exhilarating, yet also strangely relaxing, ride that we will never hesitate to get in line for in Disney World, no questions asked. The 5 Best Rides at EPCOT (And the 5 Worst!) Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Okay, we know this may be a controversial opinion, but Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Hollywood Studios is one of the most FUN rides in Disney World. Yes, we still miss The Great Movie Ride, which Runaway Railway replaced, but let’s face it — Runaway Railway is an incredible ride. It was also the first ride in Disney Parks HISTORY to actually feature Mickey Mouse and friends. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Disney’s Hollywood Studios This is another ride with a perfect pre-show. You step into a room with a projection screen where you see Mickey and Minnie in an animated movie getting ready to go on a picnic, then things go awry, and BOOM, there’s a hole in the screen and you WALK THROUGH THE CARTOON to get to the ride’s loading area, essentially stepping into the cartoon. Let’s go into the cartoon! The rest of the ride is based on that premise: you’re IN a Mickey Mouse cartoon. You get inside a trackless ride vehicle, which takes you through the story, with loads of twists and turns. It really DOES feel like you’re in a cartoon — the colors are vibrant and Mickey, Minnie, and their friends all come to life with projection mapping technology that we believe is WAY better than had they made this of 3D screens. This somehow feels way more REAL. Nothing can stop us now There is no other ride in Disney World quite like it. Also, we HAVE to mention the original soundtrack which will have you singing “Nothing Can Stop Us Now” for DAYS (we bet you’re singing it right now!). Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is charming, it’s fresh, it’s high-tech, and it’s perfect. Why You Should Look UP in the Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Line in Disney World! Honorable Mention: Flight of Passage Okay, so poor Animal Kingdom got left out on our list, so we decided to add an honorable mention for Flight of Passage, which is another ride where Disney Imagineers just went ALL high-tech to create an immersive experience unlike anything else. The ride is in Pandora, which might be one of the most beautiful lands in all of Disney World. Flight of Passage Flight of Passage takes you through a pre-show that puts you into a compatible avatar so that you can be a Na’vi for a while (if you’ve seen the Avatar movies, this will make sense). Then you get on the back of a Banshee and go soaring over Pandora for a thrilling ride. “And, uh… Fly!” Now, Flight of Passage is a 3D experience, though, and we get that not everyone likes that, but for us, there’s nothing like flying on the back of a Banshee, especially when you can feel it breathing underneath you as you ride it — yep, Disney Imagineers decided to involve ALL of your senses during this ride. But this is the main reason it was left off of our top three list. Flight of Passage ride vehicles All we can say is that there’s a reason that this is STILL one of the most popular rides in Disney World with some of the highest wait times — it’s worth it. Is A Major CHANGE Coming to Flight of Passage? So the next time you find yourself on these rides, be sure to think about what makes them all work so well, making them absolutely PERFECT. 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 What are your top three perfect rides in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post These Three Disney World Rides Are Flawless and We Won’t Be Taking Questions at This Time first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

No one wants their Disney vacation to be filled with huge crowds and long lines. If you agree, then there are certain days when you might want to AVOID the Disney theme parks. Disneyland crowds Holidays, summer break, and days when major events are happening in the parks are usually the most crowded (with some exceptions). And if you’re REALLY planning ahead, you should know that Disneyland might have some massive crowds in 2028! We know that 2028 seems like a super long way away, but it’ll be here before you know it. As you’re planning out your dream vacations for the next few years, you might want to consider the 2028 Olympic Games, which will be taking place in Los Angeles. The Games will start on July 14th and run through July 30th, 2028. Then the Paralympic Games will begin on August 15th and run through August 27th, 2028. ©AP Photo/Richard Vogel | Obtained via The Orange County Register Los Angeles is not technically the home of Disneyland (that’s Anaheim), but the two cities are less than an hour away from each other. That means that Disneyland might become a hot spot for tourism (even more than usual) during that time as L.A. is flooded with people who want to see the Olympics. Those people might take a break from watching the Games to pop down and visit Mickey Mouse, and we’re expecting that to mean BIG crowds in the parks. Crowds in Disneyland However, it’s also possible that the OPPOSITE will be true, as was the case in 1984, the last time the Olympics were held in L.A. The Orange County Register reported that “In 1984 […] Disneyland experienced some of the smallest summer time crowds in its history then.” They attributed the unexpected phenomenon to the fact that many locals left town in order to avoid the influx of tourists. Disneyland It’s possible that Disneyland will announce some new attractions or events in order to attract more visitors at that time. The Register pointed out that Disney announced several upgrades for Tokyo Disney Resort before the Tokyo Games, apparently to entice people to stop by the theme parks during their Olympics trip. Of course, that Olympics event was postponed until 2021, and even then there were very few spectators allowed due to the global coronavirus pandemic, so it’s impossible to say whether Disney’s efforts would have paid off. Overall it seems like it’d be a gamble to visit Disneyland during the Olympics! To be safe, we’d recommend visiting Disneyland before or after the Games take place. Disney California Adventure Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to find out what’s NEW at Disneyland. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe When is your next Disneyland trip? Let us know in the comments. The post Why 2028 Could Be the WORST Year To Go to Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Stressed about missing out on the BEST RESTAURANTS Disneyland has to offer? Disneyland Eats Don’t sweat it — we’ve got a COMPLETE list of must-eats ready for YOU to add to your west coast tasting itinerary TODAY, here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below all about the BEST restaurants in Disneyland!  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! 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 restaurant in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: We’ve Eaten at Every Disneyland Restaurant -- These Are the BEST first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We just ran across a steal of a deal for traveling to Orlando this fall, and we HAVE to share the details with you! ©Getty Images JetBlue Airlines has announced that their Big Fall Sale is BACK. If you’ve been carefully looking at your options to fly to Orlando International Airport and which airline could give you the best deal, you may want to consider the options that JetBlue has just announced, but you’ll need to act FAST! The limited-run Big Fall Sale starts Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, and runs through Thursday, August 24th, 2023. So, if you’re thinking about booking your next flight to Orlando through this sale, you’ll only have 3 days to make your selection. @JetBlue Airways There are some seriously low fares available with certain routes starting at $39 per person one way. If you’re looking to take advantage of this sale there are a few things you’ll want to know before booking your travel. Most importantly, your traveling dates will need to fall between September 6th and November 15th, 2023, EXCLUDING Friday & Sunday travel. You may also encounter different or additional day-of-week restrictions, travel windows, and blackout dates. These vary by route and destination, and certain routes may not operate daily or may commence service later in the sale window — so just keep that in mind. ©JetBlue Here’s a look at a few of these deals if you’re leaving for Orlando from the New York area — multiple airports are offering deals! ©JetBlue There’s a great deal for fares as low as $69 per person leaving from Salt Lake City, UT! ©JetBlue Another great deal is available for those leaving from LAX to Orlando — you could score a flight for as low as $69! ©JetBlue And one of the cheapest deals we could find was for those leaving from Buffalo, NY to Orlando, priced at just $39! ©JetBlue The lowest available fare is what’s being shown (Blue Basic, otherwise Blue), so that’s another thing to keep in mind. But still, this offer could get you quite the savings so be sure to act fast before the sale is over. As always, stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney news to come! CONFIRMED: The Safest Seats to Choose On An Airplane Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The Airline with the MOST Flight Delays and Cancellations This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe Do you travel to Disney World by plane? Tell us your airline of choice in the comments below! The post Airline Announces BIG SALE With Flights to Orlando As Low As ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Has anyone else ever been super intimidated by the prospect of packing for your dream Disney World vacation? You’ve put in tons of work to plan the entire trip, probably spent quite a bit on tickets and hotel reservations, and now that it’s time to finally get ready to go, you’re racking your brain trying to decide WHERE you should even START! Let’s pack! We’ve faced that dilemma many times before, so we can help you out! Here are 10 essential items that will make packing for your Disney World vacation suspiciously SIMPLE. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You can save quite a bit by using Amazon Prime to get these items. If you don’t already have an account, click the link below to sign up for a free trial! Compression Packing Cubes Are a MUST ©Amazon If you struggle to fit everything you need into your suitcase, these compression packing cubes will be a lifesaver. You can stuff them full and then use the second zipper to compress everything and make the cube smaller. ©Amazon Plus they’ll keep everything in your suitcase nice and organized! You can get them in packs of two, four, or six, and they come in a variety of colors. View on Amazon Save 32% on the 3-in-1 Wireless Charger! ©Amazon This three-in-one wireless charger can be used to charge three Apple devices simultaneously: your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Right now, it’s on sale for 32% off! View on Amazon This Carry-on Suitcase Is Overpacker-Proof Carry-On Luggage Creator Connections This TSA-approved carry-on suitcase can keep all your stuff safe and organized. It fits laptops and tablets up to 15″ and protects them with a hard outer shell. We tried out this suitcase and can safely say that, even as notorious over-packers, we were able to fit everything we needed! View on Amazon Get the Travel Blanket/Pillow Before Your Flight! ©Amazon For ultimate comfort on your flight to Orlando, you need this airline blanket-pillow combo. You can take out the blanket if you’re chilly or stuff it into its case to use as a pillow! View on Amazon Save 19% on a Travel Cord Organizer ©Amazon If untangling all of your charging cords is the worst part of your vacation, you’ll definitely love this travel cord organizer. It has pockets for all of your tech gear! View on Amazon Don’t Forget an Organizer for Your Hair Tools! ©Amazon Keep all of your hair tools organized and safe with this two-in-one hair tool holder. It can store curling irons, straighteners, wands, and other styling essentials while you travel, and once you arrive at your destination, you can unfold the heat-resistant mat to protect countertops as the tools cool down after you use them. View on Amazon Unpacking Is SO Easy With This Suitcase Organizer ©Amazon These packing cubes are designed to compress down and store at least a week’s worth of clothes. And once you arrive in Disney World, you can just pick up the organizer and hang it up in your closet! ©Amazon The windows on the front of the cubes are mesh, so you can easily find whatever you need. View on Amazon Save 27% on a Collapsible Water Bottle ©Amazon The heat in Orlando is no joke, so we strongly recommend making hydration your #1 priority! You can bring this collapsible water bottle so you can fill it up when you get to the parks and then squish it down to save space while you’re traveling. View on Amazon This Travel Pillow Is Also Extra Storage! ©Amazon A travel pillow that doubles as extra storage? Enough said — we’re in. You can stuff about three days’ worth of clothes into the TUBE and then connect the ends to create a comfy travel pillow. View on Amazon Leak-Proof Travel Toiletry Bottles Will SAVE the Day ©Amazon There’s just about nothing worse than getting to your hotel room and unpacking, only to discover that your lotion or moisturizer or toothpaste or whatever has spilled ALL OVER everything else in your suitcase. To prevent that disaster, check out this set of leak-proof travel bottles. The set comes with four bottles, four jars, two spray bottles, two scoopers, one funnel, one clean brush, and a bag. View on Amazon There you have it! Now you’re all set to pack for your upcoming Disney World vacation. Stay tuned to DFB for more travel tips and updates on all the latest Disney news! Check out more Disney World essentials on our Amazon storefront!The post 10 Essentials That Will Make Packing for Disney World Suspiciously Easy first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Did you know that Disney is currently celebrating World Princess Week? Jasmine and Genie This event takes place from August 20th to 26th this year and celebrates the history of Disney Princesses with special merchandise, snacks, and more. We made our way over to EPCOT to try an interesting NEW treat that stars Princess Jasmine that was released in honor of the occasion, but is it something YOU should try? Come with us to find out! Over in the Morocco Pavilion at Oasis Sweets and Sips, we grabbed the Jasmine Pomegranate Yogurt Drink for $6. It’s made with Pomegranate, Vanilla, and Buttermilk. Jasmine Pomegranate Yogurt Drink We found this to be light and refreshing with an interesting taste! The buttermilk and the pomegranate together almost give it a bit of a sour bite, but it does a great job of mimicking an almost Greek yogurt taste. A closer look When we tried the drink, we found that the middle kind of clumps together as it melts — forming one big ice ball. Our recommendation is to grab a straw or spoon to break that up as you’re drinking it so it doesn’t harden too much. The middle can clump together Overall, if you’re a fan of Greek yogurt and that sort of almost sour flavor, and you want a refreshing and light drink to cool you down, we say totally give this one a try! If you’re someone who is picky with flavors or textures though, this one may not be for you. Would You Try It? Looking for some of our recent reviews of other snacks? Look no further! More of our recent reviews! Trail’s End Just Reopened with Mac ‘n’ Cheese — Here’s How It Ranks on the Disney World Mac ‘n’ Cheese HierarchyREVIEW: A WARNING About Going to Chef Mickey’s for LunchREVIEW: Don’t Let This Ice Cream Truck FOOL YOU in Disney WorldREVIEW: Everyone Wants To Know if This GREEN Disney Cookie Is Gross. So We Tried It.We Ate Nearly $500 Worth of Food at EPCOT’s New Shiki-Sai Restaurant — Here Are Our Honest Thoughts As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney snack news and reviews!  Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite drink to get in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Should EPCOT’s NEW Menu item Be on Your “Drink Around the World” List? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Okay, okay, we know what you’re thinking — “You’re ALREADY talking about the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays?!” But hear us out, Disney is a special place where all seasons start at…unique times. Santa in The Odyssey Pavilion at EPCOT Sure, pumpkin season may have only just started in some spots, but we can’t help but get excited about all things holly and jolly! Disney has already announced that the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays will take place from November 24th through December 30th, 2023, and they’ve shared that there will be holiday kitchens, musical acts, and more but now we’ve got a clue about another returning offering! Disney has confirmed that guests will once again get to catch Holiday Storytellers sharing festive traditions from around the world. ©Disney These are the storytellers you can typically find sprinkled throughout World Showcase that perform little shows throughout the day, sharing what it’s like to celebrate certain Festivals in different countries. And now we’ve got another clue about the return of this offering! Father Christmas in the UK Pavilion On the Disney auditions website, there is an audition posting now available where Disney notes that they’re seeking “Actors for Holiday Storytellers.” According to the audition notice, they are looking for online submissions from actors local to Central Florida. ©Disney Disney hasn’t confirmed just what storytellers will be back, but the audition notice might give us a bit of a clue. There are monologues available for folks to read through as part of the audition and these include: Canada — Pere Noel A Chanukah Storyteller (which Disney notes should also be able to play a musical instrument) France — Pere Noel Italy — La Befana Japan — Darmua Vendor Norway — Barn Santa Norway — Sigrid UK — Father Christmas ©Disney The audition notice goes on to talk about the requirements. ©Disney Now, keep in mind that Disney hasn’t released an official list of the holiday storytellers that will be available this year so this audition list might not necessarily be a perfect representation of what we’ll see in the parks. But it can give us a hint as to what we could see and that’s enough to get us excited for storytelling, hot cocoa, and Festival fun! And regardless of what storytellers ultimately make it into the park this year, the audition notice does indicate that Disney is already preparing for the Festival, meaning we’re just one step closer to its return! Pere Noel in the France Pavilion We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more news about the Festival of the Holidays and let you know what we find. Click here to bookmark our page where we’ll constantly share updates! And for more holiday fun, click here to learn about the NEW holiday party coming to Disney World this year — Disney Jollywood Nights, or click here for all the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party details!  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 a fan of the holiday storytellers? Which one is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Reveals a CLUE About the 2023 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Figuring out where to stay during your Disney World vacation can be difficult. Drury Plaza Hotel near Disney Springs There are tons of different Disney hotels to choose from, not to mention the Good Neighbor hotels that are right nearby that can save you big money. If you’ve got a trip planned for later this year and still haven’t decided where to go, don’t miss this flash sale happening right now! The Drury Plaza Hotel located near Disney Springs is now offering a special flash sale to help you save up to 20% on your next stay most dates through the end of this year! ©Drury However, you have to book by August 23rd to take advantage of this deal. Most stays through December 29th, 2023, are included in this sale, and all you have to do is use the code FLASH at checkout! Drury Plaza Hotel Lobby This code can be used at many different Drury locations around the country, including the location near Disney Springs. We got to take a tour of this hotel earlier this year and have a whole video dedicated to whether you should stay at the hotel during your vacation. The King Room at Drury Plaza Hotel As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney hotel news! Here are 7 things you should ALWAYS do in your Disney World hotel room! Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels The BEST Disney World Hotels for 2023 The WORST Disney World Hotels for 2023 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you prefer to stay on property, or at a Good Neighbor hotel? Tell us in the comments! The post ALERT! 🚨 A Hotel Near Disney World Is Holding a FLASH SALE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Oh EPCOT, we just love ya. EPCOT Between your retro-futuristic vibes and multicultural representation, delicious eats, and stellar shopping — we can’t seem to get enough. Even though we’re in Disney World every single day, we’re still learning new things. And, there’s plenty to learn at one pavilion in particular! If you’re heading to EPCOT soon, we highly recommend visiting the Japan Pavilion! Between the shopping, dining, and entertainment, we could spend hours in this part of the park — and we have. There’s also a brand new restaurant to check out — Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya. Mitsukoshi Department Store is one of our favorite places to kill some time. Not only is there plenty of stuff to look at and shop around, but it’s in the A/C! That’s a win for us. On a recent stroll through the store, we spotted something we hadn’t seen before. Mitsukoshi Department Store Look at this cute little assortment of Japanese snacks! It looks like there are a couple different types of Kit-Kats and a snack called Toppo. In the back, there’s a little “Marketplace Spotlight” with information about these snacks and why it is that they’re being showcased. Snacks! Apparently, these are the favorite snacks of Rina, one of the Cast Members who works at Mitsukoshi. She shared that they remind her of when she was taking her university exams. In Japan, candy companies sell limited edition snacks with encouraging messages during “exam season,” and she would use these to help her study. According to Rina, Kit-Kat sounds like “kitto katsu” and means “Surely, I (or we) will win.” Her other favorite snack, Toppo, means “breakthrough” when translated from Japanese. How cool is this? Rina would eat these snacks when she took breaks during her exams and they kept her motivated — she eventually passed her exams! We had no idea Kit-Kats could be so inspiring, but now we know how we’re going to be motivating ourselves in the future. The next time you’re in Mitsukoshi, check the snacks out or whichever other new Cast Member favorites may be on display — you just might learn something while you’re at it! Matcha Kit Kat Whew. We know that planning a Disney World trip is A LOT. And this Genie+ thing can be so confusing – which is why we bring you posts like this so often But we’ve also put together a complete guide in ebook format that gives you all of the info you need, all in one place! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest happenings from around Disney World! Do You Know All of These HIDDEN Secrets in EPCOT? 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 noticed this in Mitsukoshi before? Tell us in the comments! The post I Was Today Years Old When I Learned THIS from EPCOT's Japan Pavilion first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re a fan of Disney+ original series, you can’t miss this BIG announcement! Disney+ Billboard Lots of new content is coming to Disney+ soon, including Loki season 2, the live-action The Little Mermaid, and the new Ahsoka series. But those aren’t the only streaming updates. Soon — for the first time EVER — you’ll be able to purchase some of your favorite Disney+ original series episodes on Blu-Ray and DVD. Variety announced that three Disney+ original series are coming out on Blue-Ray and 4K UHD this year! The Mandalorian The Mandalorian, WandaVision, and Loki are going to be the first-ever Disney+ original series to get physical releases. ©Disney || Owen Wilson in Loki You can pre-order any of them on August 28th, and here’s a breakdown of when they’ll be released: September 26th: the first season of Loki November 28th: WandaVision December 12th: the first two seasons of The Mandalorian All of the shows will come with a Collector’s Edition 4K UHD and Blu-Ray disc “encased in luxe Steelbook packaging with collectible concept art cards and brand new box art designed by artist Attila Szzarka.” ©Marvel The discs will also have special features that weren’t released on Disney+. For example, with Loki, you’ll get to see “Designing the TVA” with production designer Kasra Farahani and Tom Hiddleston, get a look at season 2, and watch the Miss Minutes TVA orientation video along with deleted scenes and a gag reel. ©Disney We’ll be watching for more details about this announcement, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news. Click here to watch the most recent Loki season 2 trailer. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you buy any of those shows on Blu-Ray? Let us know in the comments. The post NEWS: 3 Disney+ Shows Are Coming Out on Blu-Ray for the First Time EVER first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a BIG week, everyone — and it calls for some royal celebration! Hi, Tiana! It’s World Princess Week, and from August 20th-26th, you can join Disney in celebrating all the Disney Princesses as well as their spirit of kindness, compassion, creativity, and adventure. Throughout the week, you can join in on some of the fun by eating themed snacks and getting special photos taken. Speaking of photos, Disney shared what this year’s Magic Shots will look like! Yep, you can celebrate World Princess Week by partaking in some cool Magic Shot opportunities! There are two different ones that are available throughout Disney World. Hi, Punzie! The first one is the Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather Magic Shot. You can get your photo taken with the three fairy godmothers over at Sir Mickey’s Royal Portrait Studio. You can also grab this one at the photo studio at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. ©Disney Next, you can get the Princess Confetti Magic Shot, which is available with most photographers at all four Disney World parks. Just make sure to let your photographer know that you’d like to get this Magic Shot. ©Disney What do you think? Will you be partaking in these magical photo opportunities? We’ll be sure to keep you updated with any and all Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more fun photo opportunities 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 What do you think of these Magic Shots? Let us know in the comments! The post QUICK! These Disney World Photo Ops Are Only Available for a Limited Time! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When a fire broke out at Disneyland’s Fantasmic! in April 2023, we were sad to see the show go on hiatus. Fantasmic! in Disneyland Thankfully, the show will return in spring 2024 and we can’t wait to book the Fantasmic! Dining Package. When the show returns, it will NOT include the Maleficent dragon figure, but Disney says we can expect a new battle scene between Mickey and Maleficent, including updated special effects. The Maleficent dragon caught on fire! As we anticipate the reopening, let’s dig into the Fantasmic! Dining Package options. What is a Fantasmic! Dining Package? Dining Packages offer a meal at participating restaurants in Disneyland with a great reserved viewing spot for a showing of the nighttime spectacular! Participating Restaurants Blue Bayou River Belle Terrace Blue Bayou The Fantasmic! Dining Package at Blue Bayou is available for lunch (starting at 11AM) or dinner (starting at 4PM). Blue Bayou Along with a delicious meal, you’ll receive a voucher admitting you to a separate reserved viewing location for Fantasmic! that evening. Menu choices include Hearts of Palm Escabèche, Roasted Mushroom Ragu Pasta, Monte Cristo Sandwich & Seasonal Salad, Prime Rib, a specialty nonalcoholic drink, and a Fantasmic! specialty dessert. Monte Cristo Sandwich To book the Blue Bayou Fantasmic! Dining Package Use the Check Availability feature to reserve in advance online and experience one of the 2 Fantasmic! performances that evening. Availability is limited. Package Pricing Lunch: $89 per Guest (ages 10+); $35 per Guest (ages 3-9), tax and gratuity not included. Dinner: $89 per Guest (ages 10+); $35 per Guest (ages 3-9), tax and gratuity not included. River Belle Terrace There are 2 experiences available – Premium Package & Standard Package. Premium Package You’ll enjoy dinner at 7:15PM and the evening’s first performance of Fantasmic! right from your table on the restaurant’s outdoor patio. River Belle Terrace You can choose from the regular menu or from special items offered only to Fantasmic! Dining Package Guests, such as loaded potato bites, petite New York steak and scallops, pan-roasted shrimp, chocolate rocky road cake, or white chocolate raspberry trifle. Loaded Potato Bites Reserve this dining package up to 60 days ahead. Package Pricing Dinner: $75 per adult; $45 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax and gratuity not included. Standard Package Available for lunch (starting at 11AM) or dinner (starting at 4PM) and receive a voucher admitting you to a separate reserved viewing location for Fantasmic! that evening. Fantasmic! in Disneyland You can choose from the regular menu or from special items offered only to Fantasmic! Dining Package Guests. Package Pricing Lunch: $50 per adult; $30 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax and gratuity not included. Dinner: $50 per adult; $30 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax and gratuity not included. Book dining packages through the Disneyland app or by calling (714) 781-DINE (3463). Fantasmic! in Disneyland The Fantasmic! Dining Package is for guests who want to see the show but don’t want to have to get there super early to find a seat. If you were already planning on eating at one of these restaurants, the dining package is a nice (although expensive) add-on option for your trip. If you have limited time to tour Disneyland, booking a dining package will help your tight touring schedule. However, if Fantasmic! isn’t must-see entertainment for you, the restaurants don’t appeal to you, or you are on a strict budget, then Fantasmic! Dining Packages are probably not for you. If you decide to book a package, remember to reserve early! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe Are you planning to book a Fantasmic! Dining Package in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments!The post Fantasmic! Dining Package in Disneyland -- A Complete Guide first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to fan-favorite Disney souvenirs, Loungefly bags are pretty high on the list. Look at all those bags! We can’t say we blame anyone — they’re cute, and they come in handy in the parks. They hold all the essentials and yet they’re small enough that you can easily store them when on rides and attractions. If you’re looking for a new Loungefly bag (or a few), then you are in luck, my friend! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There are 5 new Disney Loungefly bags available on Amazon, and we think they’re ADORABLE. So, sit back, relax, and let’s do some shopping! 1. Mickey and Friends Halloween Backpack ©Amazon This backpack could be a great park accessory throughout the Halloween season! It features Mickey and friends in their Halloween costumes as well as some pumpkins and ghosts! View on Amazon 2. Mickey and Minnie Fireworks Picnic Backpack ©Amazon This backpack features a monochromatic applique of Mickey and Minnie enjoying fireworks on a picnic! We love the vintage vibes that this one gives. View on Amazon 3. Minnie Candy Corn Crossbody ©Amazon This bag shows Minnie as a cute little candy corn! Only Minnie Mouse could look this adorable as the striped treat. This is a crossbody bag and a bit smaller than the mini backpack, so it could be ideal on days when you’re bringing less items into the park. View on Amazon 4. Disney100 Vault Backpack ©Disney This backpack features beloved Disney characters as they appeared in vintage cartoons! To add to the effect, the entire bag is black and white. View on Amazon 5. Lion King Villains Backpack ©Disney This backpack features Scar and the hyenas from The Lion King. It’s also glow in the dark! If you love Disney villains, this could be a great choice. View on Amazon And there you have it! We’ll continue to keep you updated with Disney merchandise news, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more Disney essentials on Amazon? Click here!The post 5 of the NEWEST Disney Loungefly Bags Available on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s newest restaurant is officially OPEN! Menu EPCOT surprised us with an early opening of Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya in the Japan Pavilion on August 15th, and we stopped by to see what this new restaurant is all about. From color-changing drinks to a $300 sushi boat, this spot has a lot of exciting things to offer — but is it the right choice for you and your group? Maybe! But, here are a few reasons why you might want to skip this new dining location. It’s Expensive Ok, remember how we said we got a $300 sushi boat? Yep, this place can be mighty expensive! Fune Boat at Shiki-Sai — Beautiful! Sure, this is an extreme example of what you could pay here, but even without an extravagant boat of fish, this spot still isn’t cheap. Nigiri can set you back between $8 and $26 for two pieces, the rice and noodle dishes cost between $24 and $30, and kids’ menu items start at $18. Vegetable Nabeyaki Udon There are a few more affordable options — for example, some starters are as low as $6, but those are typically pretty small and likely won’t leave you full. Agedashi Tofu If you are on a budget but still have your heart set on checking this place out, there is a way for you to keep the costs down by snacking on smaller items. But for the most part, this is a rather expensive option. There Are TONS of Other Options Another reason why you might want to skip Shiki Sai is that EPCOT is full of other options! The World Showcase has a lot of quick service and table service restaurants that are worth checking out, and if you decide to stop here for a meal you might miss out on some of the other winners. France Pavilion Especially if you head to EPCOT during one of its many festivals, there are so many options that are worth exploring. You could eat a variety of food from around the World Showcase cheaper than a meal at Shiki Sai. It’s Not the Most Kid-Friendly Lastly, if you are dining here with family and there are kids coming, this might not be the best option for you. There are only two kid meals on the menu currently, which start at $18. Menu We tried the Kids’ Bento Box for $20 and thought it was really impressive, but it was unique in a way that a lot of kids might not love. Kids Bento Box Sure, if your kid is an adventurous eater and loves sushi, there will be plenty on the menu for them. But, if you have a picky eater with you, this spot might not be ideal. Why You SHOULD Eat at Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya So what if you love Japanese cuisine and think this might still be worth a visit? Here are the reasons we think that might be a great idea for your party. Full spread First, this restaurant is beautiful! Depending on what time of year you visit, you’ll see a different type of decor based on the seasons. Shiki Sai’s personanity centers around different seasonal Japanese festivals. When we were there, we were greeted with hanging tanzaku (thin strips of colored paper streamers) on the bamboo tree up front — a typical component of the Tanabata Festival that celebrates the summer. Aside from the seasonal decor, the restaurant is full of beautiful lanterns and murals, and depending on your table you might even get a seat by the window with a view of the EPCOT fireworks. Look at that view! As for the food, we actually really loved it. It wasn’t cheap, but the quality was great. And it’s not just sushi! We had a wide variety of options when we were there, from soup to items from the grill and a selection of unique starters. Okonomiyaki We think that if you and your group absolutely love Japanese food and have it within your budget to make a stop here, it’s definitely worth checking out. But, if you’re trying to save some money and have picky eaters among you, it might be better to skip this new spot. We’ll keep bringing you all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Nature Is Healing — A Popular EPCOT Snack Is FINALLY BACK! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide The Best Magic Kingdom Restaurants The Best EPCOT Restaurant Restaurants The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Best Restaurants in Disney’s Animal Kingdom The Best Disney Springs Restaurants The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you checked out this new spot in EPCOT yet? Let us know in the comments below! The post Why You Should Skip EPCOT’s Newest Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you heard? Rocket, Groot, Drax, Gamora, and Star-Lord — the Guardians of the Galaxy — need YOUR help to save the galaxy! And YOU can accept the mission in EPCOT! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind How, you ask? By hopping on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in World Discovery! Sounds easy enough, right? Well… there’s more to it than you might think when it comes to boarding the popular attraction to begin with. From Virtual Queues to Lightning Lanes to a few tips and tricks, we’re going to walk you through everything you need (like, seriously NEED) to know to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is the newest attraction in EPCOT (and will continue to be until this fall’s opening of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana). When the attraction opened in World Discovery, it brought a lot of “firsts” along with it: Cosmic Rewind is EPCOT’s first roller coaster, it features the first ever reverse launch on a Disney coaster, AND it’s the first Marvel-themed attraction in Disney World. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind You could say it’s kinduva BIG DEAL. And, for that reason, ever since its opening day on May 27th, 2022, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has utilized a Virtual Queue as a line management tool for this in-demand ride. In fact, Cosmic Rewind does not offer a traditional Standby Line at all… at least, not at this time. So, let’s talk about the ins-and-outs of everything you need to know to nab a spot in the Virtual Queue (known as a Boarding Pass) before you go! Learn MORE about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind HERE! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — Virtual Queue First, some Virtual Queue basics: Cosmic Rewind is not the first attraction in Disney World to utilize a Virtual Queue. The system, which debuted along with Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is also currently in use with TRON / Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom, is a line management tool that Disney has used since 2019 for new attractions during their opening months. Wonders of Xandar Dedication Plaque As is the case with Cosmic Rewind, the Virtual Queue can remain in place far longer than a ride’s initial operating months. (Though it hasn’t been confirmed, we have some reasons we think a Virtual Queue is likely be put in place for the opening of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana.) “WELCOME TERRANS” — Entrance to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Joining a Virtual Queue is entirely free with your park admission — though you do need some additional free tools to access it, which we’ll discuss below. That said, it is also REQUIRED to ride Cosmic Rewind (unless you purchase a Lightning Lane, which we’ll also discuss today). So, let’s dive in… How to Get a Spot (a Boarding Pass) in a Virtual Queue A Virtual Queue is a tool available through the My Disney Experience app which allows guests to reserve a space in line for the most popular park attractions — in this case, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. This space is referred to as a Boarding Pass for use within an assigned Boarding Group. You will need to set up the following things in advance to enter a Virtual Queue in Disney World: A FREE registered account on the My Disney Experience app; A Park Pass reservation (which can be reserved once you have valid park admission) for the Disney World theme park which houses the specific attraction. (Cosmic Rewind is located in EPCOT.) You can attempt to join the Virtual Queue through the app at exactly 7AM EST by selecting the Join Virtual Queue button on the home screen of the app. (Be aware that you can register for the 7AM Virtual Queue opening from ANYWHERE — you do not have to be inside the park.) Virtual Queue Prompt on My Disney Experience Home Screen From here, move quickly through the prompts to land that coveted Boarding Group spot! You’ll want to be quick — boarding passes often disappear in seconds. The app will notify you immediately if you have successfully booked a space in the Virtual Queue! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue screenshot You will simultaneously be assigned a Boarding Group Number. At any time throughout the day, you can monitor which groups are currently boarding within the app, or on Information Boards posted throughout the park. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue screenshot Let’s say you’re grabbing a bite at Connections Eatery when your Boarding Group is called. Typically, you will have a one hour return time window. Sometimes, late arrivals may be accommodated. We have had much more luck being able to board with a late arrival to Cosmic Rewind than Disney World’s newest attraction, TRON Lightcycle / Run. (You can read more about that here.) Find out everything you need to know to score a Virtual Queue in Disney World! Oh, no! I Didn’t Get a Spot in the First Virtual Queue! If you miss the morning opportunity, you can try again to enter the Virtual Queue at 1PM, once you’re inside EPCOT. Unlike the 7AM opening, you must have scanned into the park in order to try for a boarding pass in the afternoon. EPCOT Entrance Now, you CAN try to access the second Virtual Queue opening in the afternoon if you are Park Hopping from another park (or if you are a Disney World Annual Passholder who is eligible to enter a park without a park pass reservation starting at 2PM, with a few exceptions); however, be aware that Virtual Queue spots are quite limited, and since Park Hopping does not begin until 2PM daily, it can be quite rare for Virtual Queue spots to still be open at that time. One More Chance to Join the Virtual Queue… for Select Guests There’s an EXCLUSIVE additional sign-up opportunity for select guests on certain days. An additional chance to join the Virtual Queue is offered at 6PM on select dates when Extended Evening Hours are offered at EPCOT. Spaceship Earth at Night The Extended Evening Hours perk is only available for those staying at a Deluxe Disney Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa, and select other resorts. These are only offered on select days in EPCOT — typically Monday evenings — for those guests who qualify. Find Out MORE about Extra Park Hours for Disney World Resort Hotel Guests! Tips and Tricks to Scoring a Boarding Pass Now that you know the steps, here are a few tips to up your Virtual Queue game and raise your chance to score that Boarding Pass! Tip #1: BE UP, AT ‘EM, AND READY FOR THE 7AM opening of the Virtual Queue! We cannot stress this enough… This is one of the factors you actually have control over when trying to secure a Boarding Group, so be sure to double-check those alarms! (And remember, you can try for a Boarding Group from anywhere at 7AM, so you won’t need to stress about getting into the park right at opening. You, DO, however, have to be awake. Join that queue IMMEDIATELY when your phone hits 7AM. (Checking out the official time on time.gov on another device can be quite helpful as well.) Keep an eye on the clock! (Main Street, U.S.A.) Tip #2: Disney World’s complimentary WiFi can be spotty; therefore, you DON’T want to rely on it when you want to get a Boarding Group! In most circumstances, we have heard that folks have an easier time working off of their regular cell service when joining a Boarding Group. Tip #3: Did you know that everyone in your travel party can attempt to join a Boarding Group at the same time? Yep! So get everyone with a phone involved to try to get a group! You won’t take an extra space from any other guests this way — as long as your entire party is linked together when you grab your Virtual Queue, it will only grant each of you one spot. Both Chip AND Dale can try for a Boarding Pass! Tip #4: To that point just mentioned above, everyone on your friends and family list who is eligible for a boarding group at the time you’re requesting one will be automatically selected as a part of your party, so you don’t have to select each one manually. Better yet? You can take care of confirming your party PRIOR to 7AM. Once you’ve already confirmed your party, you may REFRESH the next screen (or click on “Join Boarding Group” again) at the appointed time to make the process move a little quicker! Tip #5: This is just a lil’ extra hint to make your day easier… Once you have a Boarding Group, make sure your Push Notifications are turned ON for My Disney Experience to make sure you know when your Boarding Group is called. Again, you can monitor your return time within the app as you like throughout the day, but this offers a little extra insurance that you won’t miss your Boarding Group call. Purchase an Individual Lightning Lane Okay, worst case scenario: you did NOT land a spot in the Virtual Queue. Or hey, how about just a regular ol’ scenario: If you want to avoid the stress, anxiety, and hassle of the Virtual Queue, there IS another way to ride Cosmic Rewind. Guardians indoor queue Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind offers pay-per-ride access via a Lightning Lane through Individual Attraction Selection on the Disney Genie tool in the My Disney Experience app. Individual Attraction Selection allows guests to select return times to enter the Lightning Lane for a maximum of two specific, more popular attractions in the parks. You may select a Preferred Time from the available slots and will be given a return time with a window of 1 hour to go on the ride. The price for the popular rides “a la carte” varies depending on the date, attraction, and park (the more in demand the ride and the higher the crowds on the date, the more it will cost to ride). For Cosmic Rewind specifically, we have seen a range of $14 – $17 (cost is PER PERSON). Purchase a Lightning Lane for Cosmic Rewind Please note that you cannot modify your reservations for the Individual Attraction Selection (pay-per-ride) rides once they’ve been made — they cannot be changed to a different ride OR canceled. If you don’t show up for your reservation, you will NOT receive a refund. However, if the ride goes down during your time, you may be refunded IF the reservation can’t be rescheduled or the ride remains down for the rest of the day. The Guardians! (Note that you may need to speak with a cast member at Guest Relations if you have any concerns regarding refunds if a ride breaks down during your reserved Lightning Lane time.) Click HERE for everything you need to know about Lightning Lanes in Disney World! And THAT’S everything you need to know to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Now go get ’em… the galaxy needs you!  All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection BIG Genie+ Changes Being Planned For Disney World FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World 3 Tips to OUTSMART Genie+ in Disney World Right Now Please Stop Skipping These Genie+ Hacks in Disney World (They Really Work!) Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe The post How to Get on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind - Tips and Tricks first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Finding one of the most popular characters in Disney World just got easier. Galaxy’s Edge There are some pretty amazing (and even some exclusive!) character experiences in Disney World. Some characters are easier to spot since they have dedicated meet-and-greet locations, but other characters might only pop up for a few minutes at unexpected times. That was the case with one particularly popular duo, but now it seems things have changed. On the hunt to see The Mandalorian and Grogu in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (at Disney’s Hollywood Studios)? Well, you’re in luck! Thus far, this popular pair has been strolling through Galaxy’s Edge at various times throughout the day. The Mandalorian They don’t have a single, dedicated meet-and-greet location, but you can try to snap a photo with them as they walk through the space (if you can get through the crowds to see them, that is!). Meeting Mando Finding these two can be quite the quest, but Disney has just made it a little easier! The My Disney Experience app now lists the available times at which The Mandalorian will stroll through Galaxy’s Edge. ©Disney To find this, head to the map portion of the app (the second icon on the bottom) and make sure the filter (center, top) is set to characters. Then, take a look at the Galaxy’s Edge area. ©Disney The Mandalorian character experience is marked by a Mickey head close to the Marketplace area. ©Disney Once you select that, you’ll see some details pop up. ©Disney You can tap that to see a full list of times at which he’s set to roam near Black Spire Market during the day. That can help you better time your visit to the area so you can make sure you catch this popular guy. ©Disney It’s just one more way the My Disney Experience app can help make your next trip a bit easier. This is an app you’ll want to download and fully set up ahead of your vacation as it is the one that’ll allow you to make Genie+ selections, place Mobile Orders, check wait times, and more. We’ll keep an eye out for more app changes that could help you on your next trip, so stay tuned for all the latest. Speaking of which, see how one app change just made Genie+ EASIER! Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! See How to Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot Dream of Building Your Own Custom Lightsaber? See How to Do It! Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Get Full Details About Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run See More About Oga’s Cantina and Check Out Our Reviews! Check Out Galaxy’s Edge Tips and SECRETS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click Here to Subscribe! Have you ever seen these characters in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post This Disney World App Update Will Make Your Hollywood Studios Day Better! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Spooky season has officially started over at Disney World, and soon, the fun will begin at Disneyland! Disneyland One thing that has us excited is the return of Plaza de la Familia to Disney California Adventure. From September 1st to November 2nd, you can celebrate Dia de los Muertos and experience entertainment from the movie Coco, as well as indulge in some yummy food. Disney shared each of the treats that would be available at Disney California Adventure for Plaza de la Familia this year, and we’re hungry just THINKING about it. Take a look for yourself! Paradise Garden Grill (Available Aug. 31 through Nov. 2; mobile order available) Food Items: Chile Verde Chicken Flautas topped with avocado spread, shredded lettuce, crema, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa, and pickled onions served with Spanish rice and pinto beans (New) Tacos Estilo Callejero: Trio of sirloin beef tacos with escabèche, Spanish rice, and pinto beans Carnitas Burrito: House-made pork carnitas, Spanish rice, pinto beans, and salsa verde served with house-made tortilla chips Chorizo Quesadilla: Poblano, onions, and mozzarella topped with cilantro crema and served with salsa roja and escabèche (Plant-based) ©Disney Elote: Corn on the cob topped with crema, cotija, chili powder, and chicharron crumbles Street-style Taco: One steak taco in a corn tortilla served with Spanish rice and pinto beans (Kid’s Meal) Cheese Quesadilla: Whole wheat tortilla filled with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese (Disney Check Meal) Chips with Salsa (New) Salsa Verde (New) Salsa Roja (New) Pinto Beans Spanish Rice ©Disney Vanilla Layer Cake: Layers of vanilla cake with cinnamon mousse and sweet cream cheese frosting Dos Equis Lager Dos Equis Amber Watermelon Candy Cocktail: Tequila, watermelon schnapps and pineapple juice with a chamoy and chile-lime seasoned rim ©Disney Novelties Available Throughout Disneyland Resort Coco’s Dante Straw Clip: Available with purchase of beverage (Limit 10 per person, per transaction; available while supplies last starting Sept. 1); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland park: Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Pretzels near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, and Ship to Shore Marketplace At Disney California Adventure park: Chiller at Paradise Gardens Park, Paradise Garden Grill, and Outdoor Vending Carts Coco Skull Sipper: Includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase or a specialty beverage for an additional charge (New)(Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last starting Sept. 15); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland park: Rancho del Zocalo RestauranteAt Disney California Adventure park: Chiller at Paradise Gardens Park, Mortimers Market, Paradise Garden Grill, and Outdoor Vending CartsAt Disneyland Hotel: The Coffee House At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Craftsman Grill ©Disney Coco Souvenir Sipper: Includes choice of Coca-Cola bottled beverages at time of purchase (Limit 10 per person, per transaction; available while supplies last starting Sept. 15); Available at the following locations: Disney California Adventure park: Paradise Garden Grill and Outdoor Vending Carts ©Disney Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 9) Horchata Cheesecake with sugar skull décor ©Disney Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Grand Californian Great Hall Cart (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 5) Horchata Cookie filled with cajeta (New) Gingerbread Calavera Cookie: Gingerbread cookie with white chocolate (New) Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sticks: Pretzel rods dipped in white chocolate Cookie Box: Pumpkin Mickey sugar cookie, raspberry-filled cookies, and chocolate chip cookies with chocolate candies Macaron Box: Assorted macarons (New) Crisped Rice Treat dipped in white chocolate (New) Mexican Wedding Cookies (New) ©Disney Vanilla Sugar Cookie (New) Cinnamon Chocolate Loaf Cake (New) ©Disney Smothered Potato Chips (New) Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Milk Gingerbread Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Churro Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Red Velvet Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Double Chocolate Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Pumpkin Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Liqueur (Available with choice of Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Jameson Irish Whiskey, or RumChata) (New) Hot Chocolate (Non-alcoholic) (Alcoholic version available with choice of Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Jameson Irish Whiskey, or RumChata) Yum! Now we’ll dream of delicious Mexican food for the next week and a half. We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news as we have it, so make sure to follow along for more so that you don’t miss a thing! Looking for MORE food coming to Disneyland this fall? 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 Which of these snacks are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! 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Using Genie+ just got a little easier! Kali River Rapids Lightning Lane Disney has announced a number of updates to this paid service over the past few months. Its payment tiers are now different, and some big Genie+ changes are being planned for 2024. But now, one more feature has been altered. To make sure you get access to this updated feature, check for an update to your My Disney Experience app in your mobile app store. Once you download and open the updated app, select the 3 horizontal lines on the bottom-right-hand side and navigate to the “Tip Board.” ©Disney That’s where you’ll be able to see a NEW helpful feature — an option to turn on a filter that will ONLY show you rides included in the Disney Genie+ service. For comparison, here’s what it looks like without the filter toggled on in Magic Kingdom. The app shows Astro Orbiter at the top with its estimated wait time, but that ride does NOT offer a Lightning Lane through Genie+. ©Disney Once you toggle on the filter, Astro Orbiter will be hidden and instead The Barnstormer will come to the top since that ride does offer a Genie+ Lightning Lane. ©Disney It might be a small change but it’s one that can help you save time when scrolling through the attractions list and deciding where to make your next Genie+ selection. You can find Lightning Lanes at many attractions within the parks! The same change appears to have been made in the Disneyland app as well. But, again, be sure to download the app update in your mobile app store to get the latest version. ©Disney For more about Genie+, click here to see what Disney World WON’T tell you about the service and see what Genie+ change people are still confused about.  All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection BIG Genie+ Changes Being Planned For Disney World FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World 3 Tips to OUTSMART Genie+ in Disney World Right Now Please Stop Skipping These Genie+ Hacks in Disney World (They Really Work!) Genie+ Tips for the Most Crowded Days in Disney World and Disneyland Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click here to Subscribe What do you think about this Genie+ change? Tell us in the comments. The post BREAKING: Genie+ Just Got EASIER To Use in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

And just like that, we’re almost to September! It’s fall! September can be a very popular time to visit Disney World, as many are seeking lower crowds after schools are back in session as well as a respite from the heat that summer at Disney World brings. While a September Disney World vacation is definitely magical no matter which way ya play it, there are a few things to consider so that your September vacation isn’t dampened. Have no fear, DFB is here! The whole team here at DFB has made mistakes while vacationing at Disney World. These six mistakes are ones that you should definitely avoid throughout the month of September. Let’s talk about it! 1. Underestimating Hurricane Season Hurricane season takes place throughout late summer and early fall in Disney World, and September is the month that seems to get hit particularly hard. According to the National Hurricane Center, the peak of this year’s hurricane season lands on September 10th. If your Disney World visit aligns with inclement weather, you can check out our list of Disney World’s cancellation policies by clicking here. Don’t underestimate hurricane season! Play it safe and plan ahead! 2. Being Unprepared for Early Fall Breakers While yes, schools typically are back in session by September, many people fail to realize that a LOT of schools started back in early August. So, by the end of September, there are a few folks that are already enjoying fall break. People will already be on fall break! Crowds can ebb and flow throughout September, and part of the reasoning behind this leads us to our next point… 3. Don’t Forget About Labor Day! The beginning of September might be particularly busy as folks might flock in to celebrate Labor Day Weekend. This year, Labor Day falls on September 4th. Labor Day 2022 If you can help it, we might avoid visiting Disney World on this weekend, unless you really don’t mind the crowds! 4. Not Planning for Halloween Halloween starts in August at Disney World, in case you were unaware! Yep, September is full-blown spooky season. Not packing fall-themed outfits might put a damper on your vacation if you’re posing in front of a spooky-looking Main Street, U.S.A. in your red, white, and blue gear hoping to capture end-of-summer photos. Yep, fall is here. If you can, we’d recommend purchasing a ticket to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party during your September visit! There are still some September tickets available. If you’re not planning on attending a Halloween Party but will be visiting Magic Kingdom during the day, make sure your plans account for the fact that Magic Kingdom closes at 6PM on party nights. We were there for the first night of the halloween party, and we’re sharing all our tips in the video you can watch right here! 5. Thinking That Fall at Disney World Means Fall Weather Yeah, we just said that fall is underway at Disney World. However, it sure won’t feel like fall throughout your trip. Happy Halloween even though it feels like summer! Anyway, you should probably still dress like it’s summer, hydrate like it’s summer, and apply sunscreen like it’s summer. If you’re headed to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, please make sure your Halloween costumes won’t cause you to melt. 6. Forgetting Important Changes There are SO MANY big changes coming to Disney World in September! Don’t believe us? Check out this list: Start of Hispanic Heritage Month might bring special snacks! Bruno appears in parades starting September 15th Mirabel meet-and-greet starts on September 15th Missing out on deals and discounts that end in September Destination D23 on September 9th and 10th Summit on September 11th through 14th Brightline Train could start running in September New Food and Wine Booths EPCOT Disney100 Celebrations begin Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit Starts September 8th Extended Evening Hours return to DHS September 30th Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser closes As you can see, there’s a LOT to take into consideration if you’re currently planning a September trip to Disney World. If you plan for these things, your trip will be just as magical because they won’t catch you off guard! We’ll be sure to keep you all updated on everything happening at Disney World, so make sure to follow along for more! Looking for more information on fall at Disney World? Click here to check out ALL of the fun ways you could celebrate spooky season in the parks. 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 headed to Disney World in September? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disney World Mistake You'll Make in September first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article