food IS a theme park
We may be in the midst of the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and still have the Festival of the Holidays to look forward to next month, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get excited about ANOTHER EPCOT festival!
EPCOT Festival of the Arts
That’s right, the EPCOT Festival of the Arts is coming up in early 2025, we just didn’t know when — until now. Disney just announced the dates for this festival and we’re sharing all the details.
You’re a Disney pro, right?
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
I mean, when you’re planning a trip to Disney World, I’m sure you’ve got all your Minnie ears ready, your phone’s charged up and ready to go at a moments notice to snag those Lightning Lanes, and you’ve even memorized all the secret menu items at Trader Sam’s. Speaking of secrets, there’s this one shortcut at Disney World that if you don’t already know about, your “Disney expert” status might be in question. But, don’t worry. I’m not here to revoke your Disney fan card. I’m here to level it up!
What’s better than getting NEW Disney souvenirs in the mail? Getting NEW Disney souvenirs in the mail that you didn’t have to pay to ship!
This picture is SO satisfying to look at, right?!
It’s no secret that we’re pretty big fans of getting our hands on the latest and greatest Disney merch drops, but we can’t be the only ones who abandon our carts once those pesky shipping costs pop up. Today must be your lucky day because you can score FREE SHIPPING on HUNDREDS of Disney souvenirs!
We all know that dining in Disney World is unlike anywhere else!
The eats!
I mean, you know how it goes. You’re strolling through the parks when suddenly you feel the hunger creeping in. And then (as if by magic) you find yourself already in line and paying for your Disney meal. It feels like nine times out of ten, the dining experience is fantastic, but we’re here to talk about that one time out of ten. You know, when you impulse eat at Disney World and know you’re probably going to regret it later. Well, we’ve been there and done that more times than we can count. So, let’s have a chat about a couple of those regrets and hopefully they’ll help you not go through the same experience!
$5,000 + One Disney World Trip = a vacation with memories to last a LIFETIME.
Magic Kingdom
But what does a Disney World trip on that kind of budget LOOK like? We’ve got THREE sample trip itineraries to share with you today to show you, specifically, how to save back for YOUR particular trip and all its different variables.
The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season has wreaked havoc, with Florida and many other areas still picking up the pieces from Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
Magic Kingdom entrance the day after Hurricane Milton
Disney World closed the theme parks, water parks, hotels, and more for the first time in years as Milton made its way over the Orlando area, but made it out with minimal damage. Now, another storm is barrelling through the Caribbean and we’re sharing the latest updates.
Since his surprise return in 2022, Disney CEO Bob Iger has faced several challenges from turning things around for the parks to finding a niche in the world of streaming and even going head-to-head with the Governor of Florida.
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But, Iger has announced that he plans to step down in 2026, leaving us wondering just who will take his place. A succession search committee has been at work for a while now, and it sounds like we may be getting closer to having our answer.
Are you heading to EPCOT soon?
EPCOT
If so, and you’re coming with little ones, there’s one thing you absolutely cannot forget (and no, we’re not talking about your appetite) — you need to pack a swimsuit! I know it sounds like a strange choice, so let’s talk about it!
We got creative at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts. We went green for the Flower and Garden Festival. We even snacked our way around the world at the Food and Wine Festival. But soon, the final festival of the year will return to EPCOT; the International Festival of the Holidays will run from November 29th through December 30th! The event begins the day after Thanksgiving — just in time for the holiday season.
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
So, what can we expect this year? Well, we’re still waiting to see what kinds of foods and drinks will return, but we do know that the Candlelight Processional will return, along with the Holiday Storytellers, Â Joyful: A Celebration of the Season, and two classic holiday attraction overlays. We also know that there will be tons of new festival merchandise — we’ve got a NEW preview to share!
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Planning a Disney World trip can be tricky, but we’re here to help in any way we can!
Magic Kingdom
If you’re traveling to Disney World in November, you’ll need to be aware of some changes, dates, and possible missteps that could befall you during your trip. But don’t worry — we’ll give you all the details on what to look out for so that you have the best November trip possible!
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