food IS a theme park
There are some exciting new things coming to Disney Cruise Line!
Helmsman Mickey on the Disney Magic
Disney Cruise Line is working on adding several new ships to its fleet, and some are coming as early as THIS YEAR! Toward the end of 2024, we’ll be getting the Disney Treasure‘s inaugural sailing, and then in 2025, we’re going to say hello to both the Disney Destiny and the Disney Adventure. We can’t wait! And right now, there’s some new itinerary information on the Disney Cruise Line website.
Do you use Lightning Lanes when you go to Disney World?
Scanning into a Lightning Lane at Disney World
Recently, Disney World updated its skip-the-line system from Genie+ to Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and we’ve been learning all its ins and outs since it premiered in July. On top of learning the intricacies and rules, we’ve been monitoring the price of Lightning Lane Multi Pass for each park, each day. And there’s something interesting you should know about prices this week.
As Disney World’s second park and the home of multiple delicious festivals, EPCOT can be pretty popular!
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
We often see heavier crowds here on the weekends as people flock to the park to enjoy yummy cuisine from around the world, or people book trips to check out one of the four annual festivals. With nostalgic vibes, several fun rides, and lots of cultural intrigue, there are plenty of reasons to visit EPCOT. But today, I’m here to share 9 cringey things that made us rethink ever walking into that park again!
The 2024 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival has officially kicked off, and we’ve been eating and drinking our way around EPCOT.
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
But, did you know there is more to the festival than Outdoor Kitchens? The festival is full of experiences like Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. Some of the best experiences for the festival might go unnoticed if you don’t know where to look!
‘Tis the season for many limited-time treats!
Magic Kingdom
Starting in August and running through the end of the year, we get dozens upon dozens of seasonal treats in Disney World. With Halloween, Christmas, and a host of other holidays throughout those few months, it seems like there’s always something new to try. And if you’re on the hunt for a limited-time offering in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then we’ve got you covered!
We get quite a bit of unintentional exercise in the Disney parks.
Disneyland
From the speed walking at rope drop to the sometimes ridiculous stretches we have to do to get on and off rides to the 15,000-step days when you’re in the park from open to close, you’re definitely getting a bit of a workout in during your Disney vacation. However, if you want to be even more intentional about your Disney exercise, you can sign up to do a runDisney race in the parks. And there’s a NEW one coming to Disneyland Resort soon!
Calling all Disney World night owls!
Cinderella Castle at night
If you do your best theme parking late at night, there are plenty of ways to accomplish your goals long after dark. From holiday parties to Extended Evening Hours, we’ve spent plenty of late nights in the parks. And if that’s your plan, you’ll be happy to know that a popular event is returning for 2025!
We go to Disney World every single day, so that means we’re eating quite a few meals in the parks.
Magic Kingdom
We’re often there for breakfast, lunch, and sometimes even dinner, and throughout those many meals, we’ve tried all KINDS of snacks. Some spots have risen to the top of our list for must-try eats in the parks, but others leave some things to be desired. And today, we’re here to tell you about a major breakfast problem!
We talk about rope dropping the Disney World parks quite a bit, but one of our favorite times to visit the parks is actually late at night!
Hollywood Studios at Night
From holiday parties to After Hours events to Extended Evening Hours, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Disney World once the parks have closed to regular guests. However, if you want to take advantage of these offerings, you’ll definitely need to plan in advance. They’re only available on select nights and sometimes, only certain attractions are available for you to experience!
Who’s ready for the biggest event of the year at EPCOT?!
2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
The International Food & Wine Festival runs from August 29th to November 23rd, 2024, and there is a LOT to eat. With dozens of food booths and multiple menu items at each, how do you choose what to add to your buy list on a one-day visit? Well, here at DFB, we’ve been going to the Food & Wine Festival for 15 years, and we have some things we buy EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
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