Show the World One of Your Disney Magic Moments with the My First Disney Character Challenge!

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Alright, folks, it’s time to put a smile on everyone’s faces!

It’s Pluto!

Disney World Ambassadors have been working to support the Disney Magic Moments initiative that brings some joy to those stuck at home (AKA, all of us). Now, they’ve cued up a new challenge for Disney-lovers. Get ready to share your early Disney experiences with the world in the My First Disney Character Challenge!

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News! Disney’s Credit Rating Has Been DOWNGRADED!

By Janelle Sheetz 4 Comments

While concerns over public gatherings led the Disney parks to shut down recently, many fans are hoping to see them reopen as soon as it is safe to do so.

Magic Kingdom

But perhaps, no one’s more eager for the parks to resume their operations than the Walt Disney Company itself because they’re continuing to lose millions of dollars every day they remain empty.

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The Latest Disney Dooney and Bourke Collection Arrives TOMORROW and It’s Giving Us Major Spring Vibes!

By Carly Terzigni 1 Comment

Disney and Dooney & Bourke have done quiteeee a few collections together. And in recent weeks, collections like Disney Dogs Sketch have captured our hearts as well as our wallets.

The latest Dooney collection, arriving on shopDisney tomorrow, is a fun accessory that would be great for the spring and summer seasons ahead! Oh, and if you’re looking for your next Minnie Mouse must-have, you’ll be delighted to know that this new collection may be just what you’re looking for!

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New Airport Protocols Discussed at Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting

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Though Walt Disney World and Disney parks around the globe remain closed until further notice in light of the current global situation, meetings continue this week for the Re-Open Florida Task Force. The task force — which Governor Ron DeSantis appointed as the state looks to reopen its economy in light of new federal guidelines which were revealed last week — includes Josh D’Amaro, Walt Disney World President, among its Executive Committee members.

Florida-themed Orange Bird Mural in Disney Springs

The task force is examining several aspects of business in the state divided into various Industry Working Groups discussing everything from education and business administration to agriculture and beyond. And a subcommittee focused on Florida’s tourism industry includes the state’s theme parks, restaurants, hotels, cruise ship ports, and more. [Read more…]

New Cruise Line Health Protocols Discussed at Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting

By Quincy Stanford 2 Comments

Yesterday, the Re-Open Florida Task Force, met to discuss some of the concerns and potential solutions for moving the state out of shutdown.

The Disney Wonder

Another meeting occurred today to discuss more specific sectors. With real estate, construction, cruise lines, and airports on the list of items, the team worked to envision what reopening may look like for these industries. Cruises are a notably at-risk model during the global health crisis, so members of the task force stepped forward to expand on their priorities for cruise lines.

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4 Key Points From Today’s Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting

By Janelle Sheetz 1 Comment

While the entire state of Florida will remain under a stay-at-home order until April 30th, Governor Ron DeSantis has assembled a task force to consult in the reopening of businesses that have been closed for the last several weeks.

Magic Kingdom

The group, which includes the state elected leaders, mayors, and officials from many industries, including Disney World and Universal, has already examined ways to safely reopen restaurants and discussed ways to potentially reopen Disney World in stages.

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Photos! Shanghai Disney Resort Testing Simulated Health Measures for a Possible Reopening

By Quincy Stanford 5 Comments

Shanghai Disney Resort in China was the first Disney property to be affected by the global health crisis. The resort was closed in late January.

Shanghai Disneyland

Being the first property affected also means that Shanghai is the furthest along in the course of the crisis and could have a chance to open a little sooner than the rest of the world. Recently, Shanghai Disney Resort started a phased reopening with its resorts and some retail. Now, it looks like the parks are doing some simulations to test out their new health and safety measures.

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The Battle is OVER! See Which Popular Disney World Restaurants Have Pulled Through Round 2!

By Janelle Sheetz 2 Comments

The war of the Disney World Table Service Restaurants is still well underway. We’ve just tabulated the votes from last night’s competition and are back to give you a quick update!

Broiled Wild Caught Swordfish Steak

We think you might be surprised to see who’ll be advancing to round 3, so ready thyself to see who’s still in it to win it!

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HERE ARE THE DISNEY RECIPES YOU REALLY WANT (And How to Make Them at Home)

By Carly Terzigni 10 Comments

Disney knows its foodie fans are always trying to recreate their favorites at home, so they’ve sent us a gift: food recipes.

French Loaf and Olive Oil

And while we are SO appreciative that they’re thinking of us, we couldn’t help but notice they’ve missed the mark JUST A TOUCH in the recipes they’ve been sharing.

We have shared Disney’s recipe for a “frozen pineapple treat,” and while we love a good “frozen pineapple treat” as much as the next person, Dole Whip, this wasn’t. That got us thinking…what other iconic Disney recipes can we share with our readers? We have a few we think you’re REALLY gonna love.

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Have YOU Conquered These 5 Snack Challenges in Disney World??

By Rachel Franko 2 Comments

Hi, All! If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs. Here at DFB our thoughts are with all who have been affected. While the parks are closed, we will continue reporting and writing articles our readers will need and use once the parks reopen. Thank you for your support.

We’ve been baking up a Disney recipe storm in our kitchens (and eating too many sweets while we’re at it, tbh).

Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches

Although we’ve made some pretty epic Disney breakfasts on top of recreating churros from the parks and the Carrot Cake Cookies from the Writer’s Stop, we’re missing our DFB snack crawls in Disney World. While we’re daydreaming about the parks’ reopening, we’re challenging YOU (yeah you…in the stretchy pants) to conquer these giant snack challenges once Disney World welcomes guests again!

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New Cruise Line Health Protocols Discussed at Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting

4 Key Points From Today’s Re-Open Florida Task Force Meeting

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