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Typhoon Lagoon vs Blizzard Beach? Which Disney Water Park is Worth Your Non-Park Day?

The four main theme parks – Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios — usually get all of the love in Disney World, but we’ve just GOT to show some love to the Disney water parks!

Enjoy a day at Blizzard Beach!

Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon are the two MASSIVE water parks in Disney World and they both have a lot of things that make them pretty darn great. Still, one water park might be better than the other for YOUR family. So, we’re pitting Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon against each other for the ultimate smackdown! Which one is worth YOUR water park day?

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Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Lands RANKED BY SNACKS!

By Janelle Sheetz 1 Comment

Oh, Disney World — you give us SO MANY delicious snacks. There are Dole Whips, Mickey Pretzels, Corn Dog Nuggets, and more. How could we possibly choose a favorite? (Oh wait…I guess we already did!)

We love you, Dole Whip

But if we could only pick ONE land in the Magic Kingdom, which would reign supreme? We’re ranking them ALL right here!

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We’re Celebrating!! It’s the 31st Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

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We’re taking some time to celebrate the “Hollywood that never was — and always will be.” Because TODAY is the 31st Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World Resort!

Disney Studio Backlot Tour Back in the Day!

Can you believe it’s been 31 years since Hollywood Studios opened as Disney-MGM Studios on May 1st, 1989? (We can’t either!!) True, 31 years is not exactly a milestone, like the park’s big party for its 30th last year. (And it’s also true that, for now, we can’t celebrate in the park itself.)

Even so, we believe that — when it comes to Disney Parks — there’s ALWAYS something to celebrate. [Read more…]

Do Us All a Favor and DON’T Do This at Disney World

By Janelle Sheetz 8 Comments

It’s hard not to get wrapped up in your Disney World vacation. There’s excitement to be explored in almost every nook and cranny of the parks, not to mention the chance to run into some of your favorite Disney characters, snack on the treats that you love, go on rides, watch parades, fireworks — the list goes on and on!

Magic Kingdom

But as wonderful as all this stuff can be, believe it or not, you could be inadvertently ruining the magic for others at the parks without even realizing it! We’re letting you in on some major no-nos we highly recommend you try to avoid!

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We Have a Winner! Find Out Who Took the Crown in our Disney Food Blog Table Service Throw Down!

By Brianna LeCompte 2 Comments

We threw 64 Disney World restaurants into the ring to duke it out in our DFB Table Service Throw Down. And now, we can finally crown our champion!

Mickey Mouse

Our final matchup pitted two fan-favorites against each other for all the marbles! In one corner, we had ‘Ohana, armed with their unique character breakfast and all-you-care-to-enjoy bread pudding! In the other corner, Beaches and Cream came locked and loaded with their delicious ice cream sundaes and upbeat atmosphere. So, which of these restaurants walked away victorious??

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Orange County’s Mayor Is Expected To Announce His Phased Approach To Reopen Orlando Tomorrow

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Now that Governor Ron DeSantis has delivered his guidelines for Phase One to reopen Florida, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is expected to discuss his strategy on Friday.

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Governor Ron DeSantis gave the announcement yesterday that starting May 4th, Florida restaurants and retail stores could resume regular business but with a 25% indoor occupancy.

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Here’s the Proposed 3-Phase Plan to Reopen Florida (Including Theme Parks!)

By Quincy Stanford 17 Comments

With data showing some decline to the health crisis in Florida, the Governor is looking to local professionals for a plan to reopen the state.

Cinderella Castle

The Re-Open Florida Task Force has been discussing guidelines to present to the Governor for the reopening of the state. Recently, they sent in their recommendations as a three-phased plan. Each phase in the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery opens different industries a little more over time, and the document specifically addresses the opening of theme parks like Disney World. [Read more…]

Take a Virtual DASH on Toy Story Land’s Slinky Dog Dash in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

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Hey Howdy Hey! We’ve got another virtual ride for you today! Disney has shared virtual ride-throughs for some of their most popular rides, like Magic Kingdom’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Disney California Adventure’s Incredicoaster.

Slinky Dog Dash

And now, we’re taking the virtual fun to Andy’s backyard in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with a virtual ride on the Slinky Dog Dash coaster! [Read more…]

NEWS! Initial Plan to Reopen Theme Parks Like Disney World Proposed By the Orange County Economic Task Force

By Quincy Stanford 14 Comments

The Orange County Economic Task Force has been hard at work envisioning what Florida theme parks will need to do to open.

Grand Floridian Resort in Disney World

In multiple meetings last week the group, which includes Disney World representatives, started to discuss potential reopening measures for theme parks. Most notably, they discussed some recommendations when it comes to opening theme parks and hotels — like those in Disney World.

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DFB Video: 20 Disney World Restaurant Reviews in 20 Minutes!

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Hey, pals! We’re back with another DFB Video, and today we’re sharing 20 Disney World restaurant reviews in 20 minutes!!

50’s Prime Time Café

Are you trying to figure out which Disney World restaurants you want to check out on your next trip but don’t know where to start?
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Typhoon Lagoon vs Blizzard Beach? Which Disney Water Park is Worth Your Non-Park Day?

Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Lands RANKED BY SNACKS!

We’re Celebrating!! It’s the 31st Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

We Have a Winner! Find Out Who Took the Crown in our Disney Food Blog Table Service Throw Down!

Orange County’s Mayor Is Expected To Announce His Phased Approach To Reopen Orlando Tomorrow

Here’s the Proposed 3-Phase Plan to Reopen Florida (Including Theme Parks!)

Take a Virtual DASH on Toy Story Land’s Slinky Dog Dash in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

NEWS! Initial Plan to Reopen Theme Parks Like Disney World Proposed By the Orange County Economic Task Force

DFB Video: 20 Disney World Restaurant Reviews in 20 Minutes!

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