food IS a theme park
Earlier this year, Disney Parks began something called Celebrate Soulfully which offered experiences that celebrate Black culture and heritage. Celebrate Soulfully was introduced as a way to celebrate Black History Month and it brought with it special food items, entertainment, and merchandise.
Soul of Jazz
June is Black Music Month and Disneyland is celebrating big with the return of an exciting show, plus many more entertainment offerings!
We’ve seen a lot of price increases around Disney World, many of them related to the ongoing problems with the supply chain. There have been price increases on food and drink items, as well as some merchandise items, like Spirit Jerseys.
Magic Kingdom Entrance
One price increase that’s been seen by the entire country is the cost of gas. Previously, gas prices were on the rise throughout the United States, with Florida’s gas prices peaking in June at $4.891. However, we’re starting to see that trend shift now. Prices have been fluctuating in Florida as well, so let’s take a look at why driving to Disney World is a gamble right now.
Are you getting ready for Halloween? No? “A little too early,” you say? Well, Disney would beg to differ!
It’ll Be Here Sooner Than You Think!
Not too long ago, Disney celebrated Halfway to Halloween with some limited time treats, a Hocus Pocus virtual watch party and some pretty big announcements! In HUGE news, we learned that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will (finally!) be returning to Magic Kingdom this August, so dust off your costumes everybody because it’s time to PARTY! With the party returning soon, we wanted to know if our readers (that’s YOU) would be attending the year, so we went to our Facebook page (follow us there to participate in the future!) to get your thoughts. Here’s what you all had to say.
UPDATE: Since writing this post, R2 parts have been restocked at the Droid Depot, so guests once again have the choice between building an R2 or BB droid.
When you visit the Black Spire Outpost (AKA Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge) in Disney World, there are all kinds of immersive experiences to enjoy. Star Wars fans can taste the iconic blue and green milk from the movies, pilot the Millennium Falcon, and even build their own droid!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
But right now might actually not be the BEST time to build a droid in this immersive land. A recent update from the parks means you may want to hold off on this experience for a while! [Read more…]
Disney Springs in Disney World is home to more than 60 places to eat, many of which have world-class dining options available, so it takes a LOT for a restaurant to stand out here. But one location that definitely has a spot near the top of our must-try list is Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Kitchen.
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
From Thigh High Chicken Biscuits to decadent Mac and Cheese to their signature Hummingbird Cake, we’ve very rarely been disappointed by any of the food at this spot. As if we needed a reason to visit Chef Art Smith’s again soon, the restaurant just announced 8 NEW menu items that are available now! [Read more…]
There is a LOT of Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration merchandise — and more merchandise just keeps on coming.
Skyliner 50th Anniversary Popcorn Bucket
There are 50th anniversary spirit jerseys, popcorn buckets, ornaments, and more! Now, though, Amazon is getting in on the Disney World 50th Anniversary action with an EXCLUSIVE collection coming to the Treasure Truck!
There’s nothing quite like starting your morning off with a warm cup of coffee (or tea!) and just a little bit of Disney magic!
Think of all the coffee you could drink with these mugs.
Luckily, Disney has made that pretty easy by coming out with so many different mugs in all shapes, sizes, and designs. And the best part? Most of the time, you don’t even have to leave your couch to shop the best Disney mugs — and today is one of those days! We spotted a TON of new mugs over on shopDisney and couldn’t wait to share with you — let’s check them out.
Now that buffets returned to Disney World (and some of you are conflicted about that) do you know the best way to tackle a Disney buffet?
Buffets are back!
Sure it might seem easy — grab a plate, go get food, rinse, and repeat, but we’ve got some tips that could help you optimize your buffet time and guarantee that you have the best dining experience you can!
Have you had the chance to check out Pandora: The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom?
Pandora: The World of Avatar
This remarkable and truly immersive area of the park is themed after the James Cameron movie Avatar, and May 27th marks the land’s five-year anniversary of being open in Animal Kingdom. And now — thirteen years later — the world is finally getting an Avatar sequel. Disney just shared a brand-new teaser trailer for the film and we’re sharing the details!
Disney’s NEWEST roller coaster is here and EPCOT now has bragging rights as the most exciting park in Disney World…or does it?
Star Lord!
Is this new ride all it’s cracked up to be? We got a chance to ride before it opened to the public on May 27th, 2022 and we’ve got the tips, secrets, and the cold hard facts about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
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