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REVIEW: We Just Found Our NEW Favorite Spooky DOLE Whip at Magic Kingdom

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Are you ready for the Spooky Season at Disney World?! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has officially kicked off at Magic Kingdom and you can count on us to check out everything– especially all the exclusive food!

Magic Kingdom

Mickey and Minnie’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party is running from August 9th to October 31st on select nights, featuring rare character meet-and-greets, exclusive entertainment, ride rides with shorter wait times, and specialty food limited to the event.  Speaking of specialty food, we went and tried a new Halloween snack that will not only be available at the party but during regular hours this Halloween season as well! [Read more…]

A POPULAR Disney World Souvenir is BACK — But With A HUGE Change

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Some Disney World souvenirs literally fly off shelves.

Cinderella Castle in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

We’ve seen it often with popular popcorn buckets (remember the Figment popcorn bucket chaos of 2022?). Starbucks souvenirs are also a SUPER hot ticket item, whether they be tumblers or totes. Certain Minnie Ears have also been so popular that stars have struggled to keep them in stock. We’ve also seen Lug bags disappear as soon as they’re stocked, including one that just returned — with a change.

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99.9% of Disney Adults Need This HUGE Magic Kingdom News Drop

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Disney is competing pretty hard with Universal Orlando Resort right now, particularly since Epic Universe is on the way.

Magic Kingdom

However, there are also some things Disney World used to offer that have since gone away, and fans are REALLY hoping they’ll come back. While we’re all looking forward to hearing about the new projects Disney has in progress at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and we’re interested to hear how they’ll compete with Universal, something else that will help Disney is bringing back some of these past offerings, ESPECIALLY this one!

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CORN DOG DISASTER: Disney Has CHANGED the Name of an Iconic Snack

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Disney World just loves keeping us on our toes when it comes to the latest snack changes and news.

Main Street, U.S.A.

You just never know when Disney may giveth or taketh away — but we do our best to keep up with all the updates so you know what to expect on your next trip. We’ve recently spotted some seriously controversial Disney World snack updates, and we can’t help but think there is a secret lobbying organization behind it all.

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5 Things Lightning Lane Experts Would Never, Ever Do in Disney World

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Genie+ is NO MORE in Disney World, and it’s Lightning Lane’s time to shine!

Goodbye Genie+

Disney World’s new skip-the-line service is called Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+) and Lightning Lane Single Pass (formerly Individual Lightning Lanes), and we’re figuring it ALL out so we can tell you how to master it on your next vacation. We have tons of blog posts and videos up on our YouTube channel already, but if you’re more focused on the mistakes to avoid, these are the 5 mistakes Lightning Lane experts would NEVER do, and you shouldn’t either (because you’re well on your way to becoming an expert)!

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“It’s a Vicious Cacophony.” Please DO NOT Do This at Pirates of the Caribbean in Disney World

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Are you heading to Disney World soon and excited to get on your favorite rides?

Pirates of the Caribbean

If you’re planning a trip to Magic Kingdom, then you know that there are some iconic rides there. We love feeling the wind whip our hair on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, enjoying the spooky vibes of Haunted Mansion, and don’t get us started about the classic Pirates of the Caribbean. Speaking of that ride, there’s something that we’re begging you please do not do. Let’s talk about it!

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5 Blood-Boiling Disney World Problems That Will Fill You With Rage

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It’s hard not to love Disney World.

Magic Kingdom

There’s so much magic in the parks. The attractions, characters, food, shows, and Cast Members make your vacation wonderful. When we’re in the parks we know we’re going to have a great time, and it’s hard to be anything but happy. However, there are instances when things happen that just get our blood boiling and perhaps you have had similar instances happen to you. We thought about it and came up with five scenarios that fill us with rage even when we’re trying for 100% positivity.

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DFB Video: The Best Strategy for Magic Kingdom in 2024

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Magic Kingdom sounds like it should be a “magical” experience by default, but take it from someone who knows – you’re gonna need a solid game plan.

Magic Kingdom

So that’s EXACTLY what we’re gonna hook ya up with today, here on DFB Guide!

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“The Lower Income Consumer Is Feeling a Little Bit of Stress.” Disney Announces “Flat” Theme Park Attendance

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Disney is having attendance issues with its U.S. parks, but the company seems unconcerned. 

Storm clouds over the Magic Kingdom…

On August 7th, the Walt Disney Company released its latest earnings report. Disney Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Hugh Johnston appeared on CNBC’s well-known Squawk Box program to discuss the report. During a wide-ranging interview that touched on subjects ranging from streaming to theatrical films to the upcoming sports bundle Venu service, the executive made some interesting comments about the company’s domestic theme park business. 

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REVIEW: Is a Hand-Dipped Corn Dog at Disney World Worth the Hype?

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Sometimes when you’re hungry and walking around Magic Kingdom you’ve just got to stop for the right snack that speaks to you.

Hand-dipped corn dog

So, although we’ve talked a lot recently about the menu changes at Sleepy Hollow — to our beloved Fresh Fruit Waffle Sandwich and how we tried to doctor the new Mickey Waffle version, some of the other menu items here needed a little love,too. And by love, we mean munchin’ on as a snacky snack! [Read more…]

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