food IS a theme park
Okay, it’s official, we have Moana fever right now!
©Disney
First, we’re just happy we can meet her in Disney World (and we like to say hi to her every chance we can get). We also LOVE Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana. Mostly, though, we are HYPED for Moana 2, which will premiere in theaters on November 27th. Ahead of the movie’s debut, a TON of new Moana 2 merchandise is now available online. So let’s grab those credit cards and get to shopping!
While there are so many great food options to choose from around Disney’s Animal Kingdom, sometimes you’re just not looking to stop for a full meal. So, where’s the best-kept secret to pop by when you’re just looking to snack? We’re glad you asked!
That was a hit!
Before you go sprinting off to play midway games for prizes on the brink of extinction, hitting up the latest version of dole whip floats or Creature Comforts, and rope-dropping lounges, there’s one little place we’d love to shed some light on as you get a start to or wind down your day. However, the real secret to this small snack spot is timing your visit just right!
What’s the cheapest way to fly?
©Spirit Airlines
It’s no secret that a trip to Orlando’s tourist destinations can be an expensive proposition. Whether heading to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or one of the area’s other tourist destinations, many travelers do their best to save wherever they can. Which in turn means that anyone who’s flying into Orlando will likely be looking for the cheapest possible flight. After digging into some research, we think these two airlines often have the cheapest flights to Orlando.
It’s been…a week in Disney World. We’ve spent a lot of it tracking Hurricane Helene and staying updated on closures and cancellations at the resort.
Pumpkin ice cream is back.
We did, however, celebrate the reopening of a Starbucks and the return of pumpkin ice cream (even if it left us a little disappointed). We also got the full list of snacks and drinks coming to this year’s Jollywood Nights (and it is a LOT). As always, we also kept a close eye on Disney World restaurant menus, and we’ve got some menu updates to share with you this week.
We’ve seen some pretty amazing Disney dolls — Disney just KNOWS how to get doll collectors (and even those of us who aren’t collectors) excited about new doll releases.
Moana
We’re still losing our minds over the Midnight Masquerade designer dolls (they just look SO cool with so many gorgeous details). We couldn’t stop oohing and aahing over the Designer Tiana Doll. The Designer Collection dolls are also SO beautiful. But we think we may have found a doll we cannot resist. One, it’s an American Girl doll, which will make it VERY popular. Two, it’s a MOANA American Girl Doll — and just wait until you see her.
Can you believe it’s almost October?
Main Street, U.S.A.
While that means it’s finally officially spooky season, it also means that Thanksgiving is only a short 2 months away, and if you’re spending the holiday in Disney World, it’s time to prepare. Grab those park pass reservations ASAP (if you need one; otherwise, if you’ve bought date-based tickets for that time, you’re all set!), and if you’re planning to eat a special Thanksgiving meal during your trip, the time to book reservations is NOW!
We love Disney souvenirs as much as the next person, but sometimes there’s just one problem — THEY’RE EXPENSIVE!
We love Ears!!
And our wallets are already yelling at us after booking another trip to the parks, so we really shouldn’t be buying another souvenir, but here we are. If you’re trying to stick to your budget but also want to grab something special to remember your trip by, or you want to buy a birthday or holiday gift for someone without breaking the bank, these are the souvenirs for you!
In case you didn’t know, you’ve really got a ton of options when it comes to dining at Disney World!
Aunt Polly’s
To be sure you’ve got your standard theme park fare, but you can also find a wide variety of food — from All-American classics to tastes from the Caribbean and Asia and even more. Now, if you’re in Magic Kingdom, there’s this one spot you might not even know existed and it’s about it shut down permanently, so you know we’ve got to tell you all about it!
If you’ve been to Disney World, you know that sometimes, the unexpected just happens.
Check out that flooding!
By unexpected, we’re talking about the things that aren’t the most “magical” that happen when you’re least prepared for them. Now, if you’re getting ready for your first trip ever to Disney World, there’s this one mistake that so many people make that would help tremendously in one specific unexpected scenario. We don’t want that to be you, so let’s talk about it.
Paying to skip the lines in Disney World isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it is a great way to save time on your Disney World day.
Goodbye Genie+
We don’t recommend Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+) for all the parks if you’re on a multiple-day trip. Still, we definitely think it’s a must-grab if you’re trying to do all the rides you can in Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Hollywood Studios without waiting too long. If you’re in the parks today, we have great news — the prices have dropped!
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