food IS a theme park
Turns out Salt & Straw is 100% THAT ice cream shop.
Salt & Straw in Disney Springs
This family-run business recently opened its doors in Disney Springs, and we were there to take in all the sights, smells, and tastes (Honey Lavender ice cream? Yes, please!) that Salt & Straw has to offer. And, it looks like they aren’t done impressing us yet — because they’re teaming up with a Grammy Award-winning recording artist to create all-new ice cream flavors!Â
Did you know that April 28th marks Halloween being only 6 months away? Disney is celebrating today’s Halfway to Halloween event in so many ways! We’ve seen special events happen outside of the parks, special snacks inside the parks, and TONS of Halloween news is being revealed!
Oogie Boogie Man at DVC Moonlight Magic Event in EPCOT!
But how are the Disney parks around the world celebrating? Disneyland Paris and Tokyo Disneyland Park had their first annual Halloween celebrations last year since the COVID-19 Pandemic began, and we’ve been hoping they’d make a comeback this year too. We’re thrilled that Disney has just announced some very exciting news!
We’ve seen a lot of shortages over the past several months, including in Disney World.
Where are the bubble wands?
There were shortages on noodles, cream cheese, lightsabers, and now even bubble wands. Inflation has also been an issue in Disney World and around the globe, and now, another shortage could have a major impact on prices.
It’s no surprise that with how complicated the Marvel Cinematic Universe is, it takes extreme forethought to ensure that everything goes according to plan.
©Marvel Studios
But have you ever wondered just how far in advance the executives and creatives at Marvel begin planning out their films? We already know about upcoming titles like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Thor: Love and Thunder, but it sounds like the minds at Marvel are about to come together to discuss what the next DECADE holds in terms of Marvel Studios-produced films!
Star Wars fans are patiently (or not-so-patiently) waiting for Obi-Wan Kenobi to release on Disney+.
©Disney
And while we’re preparing to celebrate the release of this new Star Wars series on May 27th, 2022, Ewan McGregor (who plays Obi-Wan Kenobi), has been celebrating something else!
Did you know that tomorrow we will be exactly Halfway to Halloween?! So, so soon it will once again be time to watch all the spooky movies, eat Halloween candy, and soak up all the fall vibes. Disney is celebrating Halfway to Halloween this week with some treats (no tricks!), a Hocus Pocus watch party, and even some at-home activities to get you in the spirit!
Cinderella Pumpkins at Magic Kingdom
Now, even your electronic devices can get in on the Halfway to Halloween fun with this new digital wallpaper!
Tokyo Disneyland opened up back in 1983, and many of its opening day attractions are still running to this day!
Tokyo Disneyland Resort
The resort recently celebrated its 800 millionth (!!) guest, opened up a brand new immersive Toy Story Hotel, and even debuted a new Beauty and the Beast ride a few years ago. But, the changes aren’t done yet — now Tokyo Disneyland is gearing up to refurbish an iconic Disney attraction and land that’s been around since the park first opened!
We’ve seen a LOT of new Disney merchandise released in the parks lately, like these Rose Gold and Pink Minnie Ears that might have you seeing double, new Muppets Wishables, and this totally retro 50th Anniversary bag.
Creations Shop
If you’re not able to visit the parks right now though, it might be a little bit harder to get all of the exciting new merchandise. But, for a limited time, Disney has made it just a tad easier!
You’ve loaded up on sunscreen and you’re ready to get those bags packed. You’re desperately in need of a vacation! But…your travel might not go to plan this summer, and that’s something you’ll need to be prepared for.
Orlando Airport
The situation with COVID-19 continues to change and develop, travel costs are going UP, and other considerations could complicate your summer trips. Today we’re breaking down the many reasons why travel, specifically travel abroad, might be really difficult this year and what you can do to be prepared.
Over just the last few months, the situation with Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) has greatly changed.
The Walt Disney World main gate
The RCID is a special district under which Disney World has operated since its creation in 1967. The RCID essentially allows Disney World to act as its own county and have a great deal of control and direction over decision-making for the land on which it operates in Orlando. The RCID is now set to be dissolved in 2023 due to a bill that was recently passed by the Florida House of Representatives and Senate, and then signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. But the dissolution the RCID could encounter a big roadblock when it comes to the RCID’s debts.
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