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DON’T PANIC, But Sonny Eclipse Has Gone MISSING in Disney World (Again)

Sure, Mickey is classic, and getting to meet him in Disney World can be magical.

Hey, Mickey!

But some of our favorite characters are the ones who might not come to mind as easily when you think of the House of the Mouse. We’ve seen the hippos from Fantasia in the Easter Parade, hugged Baloo and King Louie during Earth Month, and were even lucky enough to jam out with TRON Goofy during a media event this year. When we’re in Magic Kingdom, we often like to stop by Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe to say hello to the quirky Sonny Eclipse while we chow down on a burger and fries. This audio-animatronic alien crooner is an icon at this establishment, but today, he went MISSING.

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3 NEW Menu Items Announced for Flying Fish in Disney World

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Here at DFB, we take Disney food seriously.

Disney’s BoardWalk

Disney has been releasing tons of new food and drinks around the parks lately, and we’ve been on a mission to try them all. A milkshake that has guava, mango, vanilla, AND ginger? Yep, we had it. A German cake that has THIRTY layers? Of course, we tried it. Soon, a popular dining location on Disney’s BoardWalk is getting some unique new menu items–let’s take a look!

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2 BIG Announcements We’re Expecting from Disney This Week

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Ok, it may have reached 95° this week in Disney World and it is only June, but we have an important message for you about the holidays.

Christmas in Magic Kingdom

Yes, the holidays are MONTHS away, but Disney is already preparing for them. Yesterday, Disney shared that 6 new holiday snacks and a popcorn bucket would be arriving across its parks and cruises soon. But that’s not all we’re expecting! Disney will likely share some big news about the holidays next week. Here’s what could happen.

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Our Reporters Have STRONG Feelings About Disney World Park Bags

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What is your number one park day essential?

Magic Kingdom

The perfect pair of Minnie ears? A raincoat to avoid the dreaded $12 Disney poncho? How about a comfortable pair of walking shoes? Our reporters are in the parks every day, so they know a thing or two about the best things to bring to guarantee a successful trip. Sure, sunscreen and portable phone chargers are a no-brainer, but what do they put their essentials in? Well, we asked them and they had some thoughts, so we rounded up a few of their favorites for you all.

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Le Cellier Has a NEW Menu in Disney World — Come Try it With Us!

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When it comes to Disney World dining, EPCOT is a food-lovers dream.

Le Cellier Steakhouse in EPCOT

You can dine your way around the World Showcase trying all kinds of cuisines from around the globe. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a sit-down meal, there is something for everyone. And don’t get us started on all of EPCOT’s many festivals! With so many food options around the park, how do you decide where to eat? Well, Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada Pavilion has been a DFB favorite for a while, and they recently rolled out a new menu — so I had to check it out!

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‘Lightyear’ Director Laid Off at Disney

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Since Bob Iger’s Return as the Walt Disney Company’s CEO, Disney has been going through changes.

©Reuters | Disney CEO Bob Iger

Iger announced $5.5 billion in spending cuts, which included plans for over 7,000 job cuts throughout the company. We’ve already seen a few rounds of these cuts happen, but recently another 75 job cuts have been made–and this time some major Pixar executives were affected.

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Don’t Overlook the BEST Thing About This Disney World Store!

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a wild place with a myriad of hidden details.

Mural at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

It might have a reputation of being a half-day park, but in our opinion, if you want to appreciate all this park has to offer — and there is a LOT — it takes a full day to soak it all in! From fun movie references in Swahili to dinosaur-related humor, there are so many creative touches in the park that you really need to pay close attention to catch them all. There are animal-related details hiding all over the park (which is fitting, of course), but one store, in particular, is COVERED in these details.

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Disney and Apple Announce NEW Project

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Lately, Disney has been wowing us with some futuristic developments.

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We’ve seen a GIANT Hulk meeting guests in Disney parks, talked to a real-life Tinkerbell in a tiny lantern, and have even seen a life-like robotic rabbit rollerblading on stage at SXSW. But soon, a new product will allow Disney fans to bring some of that futuristic magic into their own homes.

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Mysterious Construction in EPCOT Could Lead to Fireworks Changes

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Oh, EPCOT’s World Showcase Lagoon. It’s been through some changes lately.

World Showcase Lagoon

At the end of 2020, the first barges started to arrive for Harmonious, a 50th Anniversary nighttime spectacular that lasted in the park until April 2nd, 2023. It was a bit controversial — while the show itself had plenty of fans, many considered the barges to be unsightly and hated the way they blocked the view of the World Showcase. When Disney announced that the barges would be going away, guests were generally excited to have their regular view back. It took a while to get them all down, but the barges themselves have disappeared. However, there is still work being done in the lagoon. So, what exactly is going on?

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NEW ADDITION Announced for Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs

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If you don’t have a trip to Disney Springs planned this month, you might want to reconsider after you read this.

Disney Springs

Gideon’s Bakehouse has a lot to offer on a typical day — MASSIVE cookies, decadent cakes, and theming that makes a visit a full-on immersive experience. But, if you’ve been following along with DFB, you might know that they often add special releases and limited-time treats to the lineup. And now we’ve got some Gideon’s Bakehouse NEWS to share!

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DON’T PANIC, But Sonny Eclipse Has Gone MISSING in Disney World (Again)

3 NEW Menu Items Announced for Flying Fish in Disney World

2 BIG Announcements We’re Expecting from Disney This Week

Our Reporters Have STRONG Feelings About Disney World Park Bags

Le Cellier Has a NEW Menu in Disney World — Come Try it With Us!

‘Lightyear’ Director Laid Off at Disney

Don’t Overlook the BEST Thing About This Disney World Store!

Disney and Apple Announce NEW Project

Mysterious Construction in EPCOT Could Lead to Fireworks Changes

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