food IS a theme park
Why are we calling Disney’s shopping district the best Disney “park?” Because we’ve tracked down some of the GREATEST restaurants here – making Disney Springs more than just a *merchandise paradise!*
The Cheese Board
Along with the best restaurants, though, we’ve ALSO found some dining options at Disney Springs that’ll make spending money on a $70 spirit jersey over at World of Disney sound like a better deal by the second.
The countdown to the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT is here!
We’re getting REAL close to opening day.
The attraction is set to open to the general public on May 27th, 2022, and recent peeks inside the ride are generating a LOT of excitement. Recently, we told you that select groups, including DVC members, D23 Gold members, Annual Passholders, and Cast Members, would be able to register for an EARLY preview of the new attraction, and the TIME HAS ARRIVED!
Does anyone else ever wish you could skip work, school, or daily chores and go right to your next Disney World vacation? We may not have a magic remote that can fast-forward us to Florida, but we do have some exciting news that might make time FLY by in anticipation! Recently, Disney announced that the long-awaited Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction is officially opening in EPCOT on May 27th, but the ride will see a few select passengers ahead of the big opening day.
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Disney World guests who are part of a few select groups may be able to preview EPCOT’s first rollercoaster early. If you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder, we’ve got a BIG update for you about these exclusive previews!
We’ve seen so many ways to celebrate Earth Day in 2022!
Animal Kingdom will host a ton of Earth Day activities
Animal Kingdom is celebrating Earth Day for an entire week, from April 18th-24th! The park’s celebration includes limited-time activities, pins, specialty food and beverages, and more! Orlando residents aren’t limited to just celebrating in the parks, however, as they’re able to receive a free gift from the city of Orlando in honor of Earth Day!
There are a lot of BIG hotel changes happening in Disney World — but it seems there might be another one to come.
The Swan and Dolphin, or “Swolphin” if you will.
We’re following along with construction on the new villas coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, the entirely new Disney Vacation Club section coming to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and the news about changes coming to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort! Now, though, a new permit hints at a coming expansion at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel!
Easter is just a few days away, and Disney World has definitely pulled out all the stops in celebration. There’s the annual Easter egg hunt taking place in EPCOT, the chocolate eggs located in the Disney hotels, and even Easter treats shaped like bunny butts!
Hidden Easter Egg in EPCOT
Today, in celebration of the upcoming holiday, we spotted a few famous friends hopping around the Magic Kingdom!
There are two types of people on vacation: the ones who overpack 25 outfits for a 7-day vacation, and the ones who forget to pack a toothbrush. The truth is, no matter how many times you’ve been to Disney World, there’s probably something you’re forgetting to pack. Between all the changes in the parks and resorts, the ever-fluctuating weather, and more, no two vacations are ever the same, which means no two packing lists are the same!
You focus on having fun, and we’ll tell you what to pack! Deal?
Luckily, we’ve packed our suitcases for Disney World approximately 1,000 times, so we know a thing or two about what you need when you’re on vacation. From park bag essentials you didn’t know existed to the makeup products our reporters swear by, we’ve put together a list of all the things you wouldn’t THINK that you’d need in Disney World, but you DO.
What happens when you take one of the BEST treats in Disney World and put it on top of a cocktail? We freak out! Ever since Disney shared a little video of its newest specialty cold brew, we’ve been dreaming about the day when we would finally visit Disney World to try the drink. Finally — the wait is over; we’re visiting Boma in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!
Boma is a HUGE fan favorite!
Is it worth it to trek all the way over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge just for some cold brew? We’re about to find out!
Hey DFB friends! We’re back with more of what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Tree of Life
Animal Kingdom is currently celebrating Earth Day, and they also released a, well, confusing (and expensive!) spirit jersey. Check out all the news here!
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is opening SOON in Disney World, but some people won’t even have to wait until the official opening date to go on the ride!
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There are some early ride previews available for select groups, like D23 Gold Members, Cast Members, and Annual Passholders. Disney Vacation Club Members will also be able to get on the ride early, IF they are able to snag a spot! And, we just learned WHEN registration will open up for DVC Members!
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