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Maleficent Waffle Cone Returns for a Limited Time to Storybook Treats in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland

If you are visiting Magic Kingdom today, you are in for a treat! In fact, even if you aren’t visiting on this very day, you can still look forward to the return of the Maleficent Dragon Float to the Festival of Fantasy Parade which happens to kick off today!

Maleficent Dragon Float

BUT, there is another treat that more immediate Magic Kingdom guests can look forward to. Storybook Treats in Fantasyland is bringing back the Maleficent Cone for a limited time (while supplies last) to celebrate the dragon’s return to the parade! [Read more…]

Disney World’s 2019 FREE DINING Offer Ends Soon! Book Now For Free Dining This Summer!

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If you’re thinking about book the 2019 Free Dining Offer for travel dates this summer, your time is almost UP! The booking date for Free Dining closes on February 10!

Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom

Remember – the Disney World Free Dining offer is available to guests ARRIVING most nights from July 5-September 30, 2019. [Read more…]

DFB Video: Technology Hacks You NEED To Know While You’re in Disney World

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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing some technology hacks that you NEED to know while you’re in Walt Disney World!

Mobile Order sign at Woody’s Lunch Box in Hollywood Studios

There are more ways than you might realize to improve your Disney World vacation with technology that will save you time and money and generally enhance your experience. From recommended apps to fuel rods to various ways to score dining reservations, we’re sharing several of our favorite tech hacks with you in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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Getting Ready for Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It was recently announced that Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will be opening in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31, 2019. The show will welcome guests into the world of Pixar’s Cars films by way of an introduction to Lightning McQueen as we prepare to join the next generation of rookie racers.

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy

Today, Disney has released a video featuring Jay Ward, Creative Director for the Pixar Cars Franchise sharing about what guests have to look forward to when the show makes its spring debut! [Read more…]

Disney Vacation Club Members Eligible for Disney On Broadway Dining Package Discount

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The 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts kicked off on Friday celebrating the Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts. The Disney on Broadway Concert Series is terrific part of the celebration, featuring performances by some of Broadway’s most accomplished actors and actresses singing some of Disney’s most beloved songs at the America Gardens Theater.

Ashley Brown Performing During the Epcot Festival of the Arts

The performances take place nightly with three shows throughout the evening (5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM) at the American Gardens Theatre. And Disney Vacation Club members will want to keep in mind that the are eligible for a 10% discount off of Disney on Broadway Dining Packages which pair a meal at a participating Epcot restaurant with guaranteed seating at one of the evening’s concerts. [Read more…]

Disney World’s Beach Club Resort Debuts Premium Coffee Bar

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There are many advantages to staying at the Beach Club Resort in Disney World — one being super easy walking access to Epcot for all the Festivals! But now we’ve found another advantage — a new Premium Coffee Bar!

Beach Club Resort Premium Coffee Bar

The new Premium Coffee Bar is located in the Beach Club’s Solarium, which is just off the lobby, outside the Marketplace shop and quick service/grab and go dining location in the resort. In the past, this location has served tea, been a craft space, and more. Now? It’s coffee time.

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Valentine’s Day Desserts Coming To Sanaa in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!

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We are big fans of Sanaa at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village, with its delicious Bread Service, awesome entrees, and great ambiance. And for Valentine’s Day, this popular one-credit table service restaurant is serving up two special desserts that sound a little familiar!

Welcome to Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village!

The first Valentine’s offering is called Cupid’s Candy Bar and the description is super close to the Spice Trade Candy Bar that we loooooove. [Read more…]

New Taste of Mexico City Menu and Seasonal Items Debut at Frontera Cocina in Disney Springs

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We’re back at Frontera Cocina in Disney Springs for the debut of several new offerings at the Disney Springs restaurant headed by celebrity Chef Rick Bayless!

Frontera Cocina in Disney Springs

While you can always find classics on the menu such as Carnitas, Queso Fundido, and more, Frontera Cocina has a great reputation for switching up offerings on a fairly frequent basis, so you will likely always find something new when you visit. [Read more…]

4 Rivers Smokehouse Brings Two Locations to Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

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If you are paying a visit to Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, you’ll want to know about two new options for dining, both of them brought to you by 4 Rivers Smokehouse of Orlando!

4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck in Disney Springs

You may be familiar with the 4R Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck in Disney Springs, and now two walk-up versions of 4 Rivers Smokehouse and 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa restaurants are serving guests in The Arena, according to the Orlando Sentinel. These locations will only operate during sporting events.
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Elegant Valentine’s Day Menu at California Grill in Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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It’s no secret that California Grill atop Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort is an elegant and special place to dine any night of the year, but there is something magical about dining here on Valentine’s Day. The views, the ambiance, and the food combine to create a special, one-of-a-kind evening.

California Grill atmosphere is Valentine’s Day-ready!

California Grill is offering a three-course menu for Valentine’s Day. The meal consists of an appetizer, an entree, and a shared dessert. Starters include a choice between Colorado Bison Tartare and Lobster Bisque.