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NEWS: Disney Announces NEW Way To Get EXCLUSIVE Parade View

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Something HUGE is about to begin in Disneyland.

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The resort will soon be celebrating its 70th Anniversary! Of course, that means that Disney is going ALL out with celebratory entertainment, food, experiences, and more. Even some attractions are getting in on the celebration. Well, one of the BIGGEST announcements Disney made about its plan for the big party is the return of the nighttime parade, Paint the Night. Now, Disney has revealed some details about dining packages for that parade, as well as some new dining experiences coming to Disneyland.

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FIRST LOOK at the Brand-New Rooms at This Popular Disney World Hotel

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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is going through a transformation of its own — and part of it has officially been completed!

Swan and Dolphin Hotel

The Marriott-owned hotels previously announced a $275 million transformation featuring a new 120,000-square-foot event space expansion, along with upgrades to its existing space, and guest room renovations. While many of these renovations are still in the works, the guest room renovations are now complete and we’re sharing a peek!

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RESORT REVIEW: I’ve Stayed at This Disney World Hotel MANY Times. Here’s Why I Keep Coming Back

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If you’re struggling to figure out which Disney World hotel you’re going to stay at for your vacation, may I humbly suggest the Swan and Dolphin?

Swan and Dolphin Hotel

Located in the heart of Disney World, these hotels might not be Disney-owned, but they come with some of the same deluxe benefits at a more moderate price point. I’ve stayed here multiple times, and every single trip, I find myself booking another stay before I’ve even checked out. From unbeatable location perks to incredible dining, here’s why the Swan and Dolphin keep pulling me back in.

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Hold Up. Did We Just Find a Disney World Cupcake We Actually LIKE?!

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Spring has sprung in Disney World! The EPCOT Flower and Garden festival is happening NOW and we’ve already spent some serious time sampling ALL the food booths at the festival.

Beach Club Marketplace

Now, Easter and spring snacks are arriving all over Disney World — and we’re ready to indulge in things with Peeps on them and things shaped like bunny butts. Now, two new treats that don’t fall into those categories have arrived at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, so let’s head on over there and try them out.

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You Can Now Stay in the NEW Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort…But There’s a Catch

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If you’ve been thinking of booking a stay at the beautiful Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort but have been wary due to the current construction, we’ve got great news for you!

Bay Lake Tower

We’ve got an update that a large number of the rooms at Bay Lake Tower have completed their construction and can now be booked once again! If you’ve got a trip planned soon, don’t worry — here’s everything you need to know.

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I Wouldn’t Be Caught Dead Buying This in Disney World

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Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, WHOA. Hold ON. How are YOU planning on spending your money at Disney World? Or, better question — are the things you’re about to purchase actually gonna be WORTH it, or are they gonna feel like a waste once you buy them?

PUT THE CREDIT CARD DOWN!

Today, we’re showing you the things you should NEVER buy at Disney World. We’re here to SAVE YOUR MONEY, people!

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Um…A TON of Disney World Restaurants Just Quietly Changed Their Menus

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Hello from (sometimes) sunny Florida! We’ve been at Disney World all week just checking up on things and eating all the food (so normal week for us).

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That includes a new treat from The Cake Bake Shop, getting ready to eat ALL the Easter snacks that will be hitting Disney World soon, revisiting one of our favorite restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and trying three Disney Springs restaurants AT ONCE (because that’s how we roll). We also kept an eye on Disney World restaurant menus this week, and we’ve got some changes to report.

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The Exclusive Hotel Restaurant That SHOCKED Us in Disney World

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Just a short walk or monorail stop from Magic Kingdom is Disney’s Contemporary Resort, which has amazing meal options like Steakhouse 71 (home to one of our favorite brunches) and California Grill (featuring a rooftop patio with fireworks views!). But we’re not here to talk about those popular restaurants today. Instead, we’re visiting a hidden gem at Bay Lake Tower — the Cove Bar at the pool!

Cove Bar

Cove Bar is located right by the pool at Bay Lake Tower and offers specialty cocktails, beer, wine, wraps, and salads. If you’re staying at the resort, we recommend grabbing a bite and enjoying the sunshine! Let’s take a peek at the menu, shall we?

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Whether You Love It or Hate It – This Animal Kingdom Attraction Is About to Close for Good!

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Now that two Disney World attractions, Gran Fiesta Tour and Kali River Rapids, are finally open again, apparently, that means another attraction needs to close.

Kali River Rapids

An iconic Disney World attraction is closing THIS week! While many people may not actually miss this attraction, seeing it close for good is still bittersweet.

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REVIEW: We Only Need 2 Words To Describe This $15 Cake Bake Shop Treat: TRUE. LOVE.

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When sweet treat o’clock hits, we’re running to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn!

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

The BoardWalk has some of our favorite restaurants, like Trattoria al Forno and Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs, but it’s also home to some of the best cake slices on Disney property. Just a short walk from EPCOT is The Cake Bake Shop Bakery, but instead of trying cake, we decided to switch it up and try some PIE!

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