food IS a theme park
Disney World crowds are NO joke around the holidays.
Crowds
We’ve seen some seriously big crowds in Disney World (particularly on popular event days, like the start of an EPCOT Festival). But sometimes crowds have been surprising — slightly less than what you might expect. So just what are the crowds like during the week leading up to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? We’re taking you with us to Disney World to give you an honest look at the crowds so you know what to prepare for!
If you’re planning to visit Disney World in 2023, you need to look carefully at whether popular events will be taking place during your trip. And while you might know about the big things — holidays, opening dates, etc. — there may be one type of event you’re forgetting about — runDisney races.
2022 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
These race weekends can bring some BIG crowds to the parks. But crowds aren’t the only thing you have to worry about if you’re driving to Disney World during a race.
We just love celebrating anything and everything Disney, but what’s bigger than celebrating 100 years as a company?!
Walt and Mickey
We’ve already seen a TON of Disney 100th Anniversary merchandise in the parks and online, and we know when we can see two NEW nighttime spectaculars in Disneyland for the festivities, too. And now, Disney World is getting in on the action with an exclusive event!
Disney World has slowly returned to normal operations since reopening after the park closures.
Cinderella Castle
But, not every experience returned at once, and not everything has returned just yet, either. As of now, one of the only character meals that features Disney Princesses is at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT. That’s all changing soon, because characters are returning to Cinderella’s Royal Table in Magic Kingdom!
When you visit Disney World, is going to the pool a must-do for you and the family? Are the water slides a big part of the fun? If you answered “yes” to those questions, you need to be aware of some closures that could seriously impact your trip.
Pool at the Polynesian!
In 2023, one pool at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will be closing for refurbishment, a pool at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will close, and a pool at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Spa is set to close too. We’ve even seen some pool closures announced for 2024. And now it’s time to add another pool-related closure to the list.
Here at DFB, we spend a lot of time telling you WHAT to eat …
Kakamora Float, a DFB favorite!
… but maybe not as much time telling you WHERE to eat. So today, we’re taking a look at some unique tables you should request when dining at Disney World!
What’s better than snacking on your favorite Disney snacks from the comfort of your home?
We’ve got so many favorite snacks around the parks and have made tons of videos about them so you don’t miss out. But now, you’ve got a friend in us, because we have a new recipe from Pixar to bring some Disney magic into your home with one of the best comfort foods there is — cookies!
There’s some exciting EXCLUSIVE entertainment in Disney World…but some of it is about to become available for everyone!
Christmastime Fireworks!
During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you can find special Christmas-themed fireworks, a unique stage show, and more offered just for those who pay the extra bucks to attend the event. But, there’s a secret way to experience that exclusive entertainment without having to pay extra — visiting Disney World later in the year! After that last Christmas party takes place on December 22nd, 2022, there will be some BIG changes in Disney World.
Disney World can be OVERWHELMING.
Tree of Life
Thousands of people, lots of noise, long lines for most things, and lots of panicky families trying to create magical memories…sometimes it’s a little too much. So what do you do when the chaos gets the best of you and you start to feel anxious in the middle of your vacation? Well, recently we’ve shared some of our favorite hidden spots to visit in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, or Hollywood Studios when the anxiety gets to be too much, but now we’re heading to Animal Kingdom!
Rides close from time to time — bad weather hits, electronics need to be tinkered with — we get it!
Disney World, are you okay?
But last week was an unusually unlucky week for Disney World, and if you were visiting you might have gotten caught up in it.
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