food IS a theme park
Who’s ready to do some shopping?!
Merchandise in Disney World
We’re spending a lot of time doing online shopping these days, and we’re checking people off our holiday shopping lists one by one. But if you’ve got a Disney fan to shop for — especially one who loves Loungefly backpacks — we’ve got a treat for you!
Who’s ready to open a NEW Disney theme park land?!
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On December 20th, 2023, Shanghai Disney Resort will be opening the NEW Zootopia land! Inspired by the movie, you’ll be able to visit snack spots like Jumbeaux’s Cafe and Zootopia Market, as well as ride Zootopia: Hot Pursuit! And if you’re heading out there for a visit (or you’re just curious about all the goodies on the menu), Disney just released the foodie guide to the new land.
Are you a true blue die-hard Disney fan? We’ve got a way for you to prove it!
Cinderella Castle
A while back, Disney announced a plan to build several themed neighborhoods throughout the U.S. These Storyliving by Disney communities come with fancy amenities and even fancier houses, so if you want to move in, you’ll have to shell out some serious dough. The most recent addition to the lineup is a new community in North Carolina…but will you be able to afford living there?
Looking for the perfect gift for the Disney fan in your life?
Magic Kingdom
It’s the season of giving, and that means sometimes shopping is a CHALLENGE. If you’ve got a Disney fan in the group, it’s hard to decide between clothes, accessories, games, or even just a classic gift card. But why not get them a very exclusive gift? We’ve got the perfect idea!
Disney CEO Bob Iger has been making several changes at the company in the past year.
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Iger took back his role as CEO toward the end of 2022 and has since restructured the company, readjusted the priorities, and even made some theme park changes. We’ve been waiting to see what changes Iger might make in the future, and based on problems at the box office in 2023, it looks like the film studios might be a target. Recently, Iger made comments about how movies aren’t performing because creators are focusing more on “messages” than “entertaining” — but is that really the problem?
Love desserts? If so, you might find yourself in a smidge bit of trouble in Disney World…because that place is FILLED with sweets.
Disney Springs
Just in the past few months we’ve eaten cakes, cookies, ice cream treats, and so much more. There’s always something sugary and delicious to snack on in the parks, resorts, or Disney Springs! And recently, we stopped by one popular dessert spot because their holiday treats were simply too adorable to resist.
2024 is going to be BIG for Disneyland Resort!
Disneyland
Disney already released the calendar of events that we can expect in the coming months, and it has got us HYPED for what’s to come. From Disneyland After Dark (including a new Disney Channel Nite) to runDisney races and the holiday season, there are going to be plenty of reasons to plan trips. And if you’re hoping to head to the West Coast for Halloween, we’ve got news for you!
If you’re a frequent Disney World visitor, you probably know all about the holiday parties like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. But did you know that Disneyland Resort has nighttime events too?
Disneyland Resort
Some of Disneyland’s most popular events are the Disneyland After Dark offerings…and they’re returning in 2024! Disney recently announced the lineup of offerings, and they’ve got some pretty cool themes this year — including a brand-new party inspired by the Disney Channel.
For three and a half years, we’ve been purchasing our Disney World meals as we go…so what happens when the Dining Plan returns?
Riverside Mill Food Court
Many fans are excited about the return of Dining Plans, which allow you to pay for your meals in advance, and then use quick service, table service, or snack credits to purchase them in the parks. But the announcement of the plan’s return hasn’t been without controversy. The prices are higher than they were before, and now, we have confirmation of a CHANGE when it comes to snack credits!
If you’ve ever been to Disney World, then you know that there are LOTS of places to shop!
EPCOT
It’s a common joke that theme park rides typically end in a gift shop, and because of that, you’ll find stores ALL OVER the parks with merchandise themed to rides, characters, movies, hotels, and more. But if you’re looking for merchandise for one specific character, we’ve got a great recommendation for you!
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