food IS a theme park
Recently, Disney has shaken things up with the announcement that Genie+, their paid skip-the-line system, was going to undergo some pretty big changes in Disney World.
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The new system will have two types: Lightning Lane Multi Pass (previously the regular paid Genie+ service) and Lightning Lane Single Pass (previously Individual Lightning Lanes) starting on July 24th. The problem? Many Annual Passholders are feeling like this system completely screws them over.
If you love a good parade, boy, do we have some NEWS. FOR. YOU.
Universal Orlando
You might already be the type of person to stop EVERYTHING to watch the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom, or Magic Happens in Disneyland. But now there’s a NEW parade in town, and this time, it’s over at Universal Orlando Resort. Will it be one that you absolutely must go see during your next trip? We got a first look at it, and now we’re sharing ALL the details with you!
It’s the 4th of July in Disney World — and you know what that means. It means everything is getting a patriotic makeover today.
Cinderella Castle
You’ll see red, white, and blue decor all along Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. You’ll also see some fun 4th of July treats popping up all over the parks and hotels (pro tip: DON’T GET THE FUNNEL CAKE). The 4th of July fireworks show premiered last night with one final performance tonight in Magic Kingdom. Oh, and the CROWDS have arrived, which might make you think the price of Genie+ would go up today, but guess what? It didn’t!
We’ll say it once, and we’ll say it again, it’s not always easy getting decent breakfast options once you’re in the parks. What gives, Disney? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
At your hotel? Sure, you’ll find a variety of great breakfasts, from character dining experiences to quick service (like those awesome Breakfast Totchos). At EPCOT, the breakfast options are even slimmer, which makes NO sense because EPCOT has so many amazing food choices for lunch and dinner. But that’s recently changed, and we are SO happy to share this great breakfast news with you.
We stay at the Disney World hotels ALL THE TIME, so when something at a Disney resort makes even seasoned experts giddy and excited, you know it was special.
Disney’s Fort Wilderness
We toured the new cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort earlier this year and were left pretty impressed. With that said, we recently returned for a little more fanfare, which included recreational activities, a dinner show, and tons of fun. Over the span of a weekend, our experience at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort was elevated from an underrated resort to one of our absolute favorites — and we can’t wait to tell you how!
Happy 4th of July, DFB readers!!!
Main Street Railroad Station is ready for the 4th
It’s a special day in Disney World. The red, white, and blue decorations are EVERYWHERE, from buildings on Main Street, U.S.A., to snacks (so many red, white, and blue snacks, y’all), to the skies. Yes, even the skies are feeling patriotic Disney World over the next few days. We’re talking about the special 4th of July fireworks that happen exclusively in Magic Kingdom in July. Come with us as we check out this exclusive nighttime show.
Okay, y’all — can I be REAL with you for a minute?
Fantasyland
The DFB team and I have experienced some rather UNCOMFORTABLE moments during our past Disney World visits… and we wanna help you avoid falling into the same uncomfy traps (before things get awk-weird…).
There are so many perks when you stay at a Disney World hotel!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney World just recently rolled out another NEW hotel perk that will be a game changer when visiting the parks. And we have already received confirmation that many of your favorite hotel perks will stick around into 2025. While there are a lot of great perks, there are two hotel perks that could actually ruin your morning.
It’s a good day to be a Disney Visa Card member.
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There are so many perks when it comes to having a Disney Visa Card and this month is no exception. From Disney dining and merchandise discounts to earning Disney Rewards Dollars, there are a lot of benefits that make it totally awesome to be a Disney Visa Cardmember. And now there’s an exclusive Disney item you can get as part of the perks!
This Disney Springs restaurant just introduced some NEW menu items.
Morimoto Asia
Since it opened, Morimoto Asia — the flagship Pan-Asian restaurant from “Japanese master chef” and Iron Chef veteran Masaharu Morimoto — has become one of Disney Springs’ most popular restaurants. The restaurant’s menu combines elements of Japanese dishes including sushi and sashimi, Chinese classics like crispy Peking duck, and Korean and Malay specialties into a large and diverse selection.
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