food IS a theme park
It’s seriously getting hard for us to keep up with all the new merchandise that’s been popping up in the parks and online recently.
Pixar gear
We know we’ve been putting a spotlight on Disney100 and Flower and Garden Festival merchandise recently, but you can’t go wrong with some merchandise featuring the classics.
It’s only April, but we’re already thinking about Halloween in Disney World (and you should be too)!
Mickey pumpkins!
Lots of people are starting to plan for their Halloween-time vacations, and several of you have asked us WHEN Disney will release more information about the 2023 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We have a few hints about the event, and we’ve taken a close look at the data from previous years to determine when those tickets might go on sale and how much they will cost. [Read more…]
When it comes to Disney World rides, there are two shining stars that are currently on the top of seemingly EVERYONE’S must-ride list.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
You probably already know which ones we’re talking about. Yep, TRON Lightcycle / Run in Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT! These are Disney World’s NEWEST rides, and that fact alone causes them to be pretty busy. Everyone is hoping to experience them for the first time. Other than that, these thrill rides are just super FUN for many Disney visitors. Some even say that there isn’t another way to get a similar experience in Disney World; these rides are one-of-a-kind.
Planning a Disney World vacation can be daunting.
Crowds before Happily Ever After
There are Advanced Dining Reservations to get, Genie+ rides to research, and tons of Disney hotels to choose between. On top of all that, things are changing regularly in the parks — it’s a lot to stay on top of! But don’t worry, we’re here to remind you about some of the biggest changes you need to keep in mind to have a smooth trip.
Disney World restaurants are changing left, right, and center, y’all!
EPCOT
Recently, it seems like a lot of updates have been made, from bringing back character meals at Cinderella’s Royal Table to the reopening of Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Paused offerings have slowly returned since the pandemic and now, we have breakfast coming back to another spot in EPCOT!
Let’s be honest — there are LOTS of delicious offerings in Disney Springs.
Disney Springs Lime Garage
Last year we made a definitive list of the best desserts you can find around Disney Springs, but many people immediately think of Gideon’s Bakehouse as their go-to sweet spot. The cookies at Gideon’s are legendary, but what if we told you there’s something BETTER than the cookies at Gideon’s?
Welcome back to Magic Kingdom, DFB readers!
Cinderella Castle
It’s April, which means spring is here and a lot is happening in the Disney parks. It’s our job to keep you updated on all the latest news when it happens, so let’s recap what’s happened in Magic Kingdom in the past week!
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be fun but also complicated — especially when you’re trying to choose between 25 resort hotels. If you’ve narrowed down your choices to these two resorts, how do you make your final selection?
Caribbean Beach Resort
Well, we’re here to walk you through the similarities AND differences between Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort.
Whether cost, room size, location, pools, and/or restaurants are most important to you, we share the information that you’ll need to make an informed decision. After all, we want you to stay at the hotel that is best for your traveling party!
During your next Disney World trip, you might be surprised by how much construction you encounter!
Cinderella Castle
Right now, there’s a major project underway in the middle of EPCOT, and several hotels around the property are getting updates. We’re constantly noticing little refurbishments to keep things fresh and shiny, but soon, it looks like another construction project will begin in Magic Kingdom.
Planning a Disney World vacation can feel like a LOT.
View of Contemporary shops and restaurants
Between figuring out transportation, snagging your advanced dining reservations, and researching the complicated Genie+ system — it can feel overwhelming! Choosing a Disney hotel is certainly no different. There’s a lot to consider when deciding where to stay while you’re at Disney World, and if you don’t have all the info you might end up disappointed once you get there. So we’re looking at some of the reasons you might regret staying in certain Disney hotels this year.
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