food IS a theme park
We get it — restaurant menus change in Disney World. We even understand why — it’s nice to change things up to give visitors NEW snacks and foods to get excited about.
The Trio
But sometimes that means that some of our favorite snacks have to go away forever. We’re not always sad to see something go (we were FINE when the BIZARRE Squid’s Revenge drink disappeared). Sometimes, though, Disney decides to get rid of some of our favorite snacks, and then we’re just sad.
Paddlefish is a seafood restaurant at Disney Springs that is in a classic Disney location!
Paddlefish
This restaurant is located ON a replica river steamboat. That’s right — you may *think* you’re dining on a boat at Paddlefish, but it’s actually a building designed by Disney Imagineers and constructed on a concrete foundation that’s submerged under the water.
If you’re wanting to plan a Disney World trip, you may be wondering “When is the best time to visit Disney World?”
Cinderella Castle
Well, that answer totally depends on YOU. Do you want to avoid crowds at all costs? Don’t visit during summer or spring break. Do you want to be in the crowds on the opening day of a major attraction like Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana? Prepare for busy parks. If you are someone who is seeking lower crowds and wait times on a Disney World trip, you may want to wait.
It’s no secret that we see menu changes at Disney World ALL the time.
Mexico
Sometimes, some of our favorite snacks end up leaving menus. Sometimes new food shows up on menus. Sometimes, though, we see price increases. However, this week, we saw price increases for EVERY dining spot in one World Showcase Pavilion in EPCOT.Â
Sure, you could go to Disney World and dine solely on Mickey Waffles, Corn Dog Nuggets, and DOLE Whips.
Disney’s BoardWalk
And, who am I to stop you? But, if you are looking for a fine-dining experience during your vacation, Disney World actually has some great options! Fans of seafood (hi, it’s me) would be remiss if they didn’t consider venturing to Disney’s BoardWalk for a meal at Flying Fish. Not only is the BoardWalk a fun experience on its own, but this restaurant is also a worthwhile stop on your trip for its beauty and delicious food. Recently, they added some new items to the menu, so I stopped by for a late dinner to check it out.
We love snagging Disney merchandise when it’s on sale.
Well, it’s time to buy even MORE stuff
You can save up to 25% on Disney merchandise online right now, but this current sale is only in the parks. While we were walking around Magic Kingdom this morning, we spotted a BIG sale on ONE pair of ears that you need to see!
There’s a reason we tell you not to skip out on visiting Disney Springs during your Disney World trip.
Disney Springs
Disney Springs has some of the BEST food on Disney World property (at least in our humble opinion) that includes some of our favorite restaurants like Wine Bar George and Homecomin.’ However, Homecomin’ has been missing one of its BEST desserts. Now, though, that dessert IS BACK.
It’s no secret that things don’t always work the way they’re supposed to in Disney World.
Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom
We’ve seen rides have animatronics removed when they didn’t just work right. We’ve seen animatronics do some weird things while on rides. Sometimes rides even close because it’s having some technical difficulties (Rise of the Resistance, we’re looking at you). However, what happens when you’re on Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and the ride breaks down while you’re on the savannah? Well, now we know!
UPDATED: October 30, 2024
A LOT has changed in Disney World in the past few years, but here’s the thing — even MORE changes are on the way.
Even MORE big changes are coming to Disney World
So if you’re planning a trip to Disney World in 2024, you might be a little confused about everything that’s changing (and it IS a lot). But don’t worry — because we’re going to tell you exactly HOW things are going to change for you when you make that trip.
It’s long been our opinion that food just tastes better when it’s Mickey-shaped, especially in Disney World.
Let’s make Mickey s’mores!
Like regular waffles? They’re okay. Mickey waffles? THE BEST BREAKFAST FOOD ever. Pretzels are alright, but Mickey Pretzels? The stuff of our dreams! Ice cream bars are BORING, but Mickey Ice Cream Bars are AMAZING. Well now a classic snack is getting the Mickey treatment, and it’s everything we ever wanted…or so we thought.
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