food IS a theme park
Summertime is starting to heat up in Disney World, and there’s a lot to look forward to!
Magic Kingdom
New summer foods have flooded the parks, providing tasty ways to celebrate the season! While some items melted the excitement (looking at you, Brownie Crispy Cone), others satisfied our sweet tooth, like the Cheshire Cat Wild Berry Parfait! And, if you’re looking for a frozen adult beverage (and you’re 21 or older) to sip on in the middle of a hot day, you’ll want to see this new drink!
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney Springs is known for many things, but a certain decoration stands out above the rest…literally.
Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew
Of course, we’re talking about the gigantic turquoise donut that sits on top of the shop! Complete with orange sprinkles, this hefty decoration has become quite an icon in Disney Springs. And if you’re looking to take a bite into that tasty-looking decoration, now you can — whenever you want!
While some offerings returned immediately with Disney World’s phased reopening, others took their time coming back (and still continue to — looking at you, Fantasmic!).
Cinderella Castle in Disney World
But recently, Disney World has welcomed the return of many sorely-missed offerings, like traditional character meet and greets, the reimagined Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond show, and soon, Victoria & Albert’s (reopening this July)! We’ve also been patiently waiting for Minnie Vans to return on June 29th, and we spotted one during our trip to the parks today!
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When discussing the best desserts in Disney World, what comes to mind? Do you think of EPCOT’s treats, like Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe’s School Bread? Or a classic snack, like a Cheshire Cat Tail, from Magic Kingdom? Maybe you like to venture to Animal Kingdom for Blueberry Cream Cheese Mousse from Pandora? Or, do you dream of a Hollywood Studios favorite, like the Grapefruit Cake from Hollywood Brown Derby?
A Dessert from The Edison
Disney World’s parks are probably what you think of when discussing dessert. But what about Disney Springs?! Yes, there are amazing options there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and our favorite “meal” (we like to consider it a meal, anyways) of all — dessert?! Today we’re sharing the best desserts Disney Springs has to offer!
Disney is putting the spotlight on Moana just in time for summer! (How fitting?!)
Moana
A couple months ago, Moana got her own nuiMO plush, and more recently, her $130(!!!) doll was added to the Disney Designer Collection (which had us questioning how far we’d go for a Moana doll). And now, Disney World guests will be able to celebrate both Moana and summer with the resort’s new Magic Shots and PhotoPass Lens!
It seems like things are constantly changing over at EPCOT!
EPCOT
We just saw the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction launch into action, and now we’re seeing more progress on the construction of Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana, as well as preparations for the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. And with so much going on, we popped into EPCOT to bring you the latest updates!
Just keep swimming your way to June 13th, which will be a huge day in Animal Kingdom!
Finding Nemo Theater
It’s been years since we’ve gotten the chance to sing and dance along with some of our favorite underwater friends, as the Finding Nemo Musical has remained closed since Disney World’s COVID-19 related closures in 2020. The show is being reimagined, and we were teased with sneak peeks and the show’s new name, Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! We recently also learned about the show’s opening date (June 13th), which left us with one important piece missing — showtimes!
Disney princesses have been getting a lot of love lately!
Stoney Clover Lane Disney Princess Collection
Disney has been celebrating the royal crew with the Disney Designer Collection (which releases pricey dolls inspired by the princesses), princess nuiMOs, and t-shirts! And now, it looks like they’re about to get their own sparkly collection from a very popular brand!
Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land is smokin’ — literally! In May of 2022, a ride vehicle on Radiator Spring Racers started releasing smoke shortly after it crossed the finish line. (Talk about burning rubber!)
“Welcome to Cars Land”
The attraction was temporarily closed for a little bit and has since reopened. But soon another ride in Cars Land will be CLOSED, this time for some scheduled refurbishment! [Read more…]
There are so many ways to celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary!
Magic Kingdom
You can grab a 50th Anniversary-inspired treat, watch a show that began in honor of the celebration, or take advantage of the overwhelming amount of merchandise that’s arrived in the parks to celebrate the special occasion. And speaking of merchandise, a new 50th Anniversary Backpack just popped up…and there’s a secret way to get it for less cash!
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