food IS a theme park
Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news!
EPCOT
Disney announced ANOTHER brand new cruise ship, we’ve got the opening date for CommuniCore Hall & Plaza in EPCOT, a brand new Encanto show is in production, a new drone show is coming this summer, and so much more!
We can’t believe we’re only a few months away from the grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom! It feels like only yesterday the old attraction closed to make way for the NEW version, right?
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We don’t have a specific opening date quite yet, but we do know that the ride is set to open in the summer of 2024, and we’ve been keeping a close eye on all the latest construction updates. Well, good news! There’s a HUGE update over in Magic Kingdom you HAVE to see!
Sometimes you can plan the perfect day at Disney World and use all the tricks, tips, and tools like Genie+ to help you do and see it “all” and there are just some things preventing you from making it through everything that is out of your control.
It’s a TRAP!
We’ve had the best of days and the worst of days in Disney World and even our experience can’t help when there’s simply just a rough start or rough patch throughout the day for rides and attractions. We’re breaking down our experience with rides that we’ve deemed the best and worst on our list based on their reliability. [Read more…]
Soon, over 350 NEW cabins will open in Disney World. Disney previously announced that the Cabins at Fort Wilderness are getting a makeover. Yep, those classic log cabin homes are being totally redesigned to become the Disney Vacation Club Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort (but luckily, you don’t have to be a Disney Vacation Club member to book a stay in the cabins).
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The concept art shows off the modern NEW cabins,”inspired by the resort’s idyllic setting, while also paying homage to the resort’s unique culture and heritage through the magic of Disney storytelling.” These cabins are set to open this summer (along with a LOT of other things in Disney World), but first, Disney has to actually BUILD these things. This isn’t just a quick renovation, people. It’s a totally NEW design. Come take a look!
WAY before the Barbie movie, Barbie dolls and accessories were some of the most POPULAR toys on the market.
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Of course, the movie helped boost sales for Barbie even more, and earlier this year, the most searched toy in Google history was Barbie. Barbie is literally everywhere, and the company that makes the dolls, Mattel, is capitalizing on that trend. Last year, Mattel announced a new theme park coming to Arizona that would feature Barbie and other Mattel properties. Well, Mattel just announced a SECOND theme park, and all we can say is, “C’mon Barbie, let’s go party!”
Have you ever wanted to own a real piece of Disney history?
Haunted Mansion Disneyland
Well, unless you’re lucky enough to work IN a Disney park, you’re probably going to have to spend a little money if you want authentic Disney memorabilia. One way to find this kind of thing is to check out a Disney auction! Speaking of, there’s a NEW Disneyland auction happening soon! You’ll be able to bid on ride props, movie-used props and costumes, original art, and MORE. Wait until you see what’s up for auction — we’re trying to see how much money we can raise (kidding…mostly) because some pretty amazing pieces of Disneyland memorabilia are up for grabs!
If you’re going to Disney’s Hollywood Studios soon, you need to start planning what you want to EAT while you’re there! There are lots of great fast food-style restaurants in this park, but right now we’re talking about those table service restaurants (so make sure you make reservations for these spots 60 days in advance!).
Hollywood Studios
We’ve gone through the menus at every one of the table service restaurants in this park and picked out our team’s FAVORITE meal at each spot. These are the DON’T MISS eats at all six sit-down restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
We’re constantly talking about new airline routes being added to flying into MCO, but now, we’ve got some important news to share with JetBlue Airlines fans.
Orlando International Airport
Flying into Orlando International Airport is the first step in a LOT of people’s Disney World vacations. However, if you’ve been considering flying into Orlando for your next vacation soon, your options may be a little more limited. [Read more…]
There are a lot of expensive restaurants in Disney World, but only ONE of them is the most expensive of them all.
Victoria & Albert’s
That restaurant is Victoria & Albert’s, located in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. It has an AAA 5-diamond rating, has been recognized by the Michelin Guide, and is bucket list item for many Disney fans. We’ve had the opportunity to dine at this incredible spot before, and while it was amazing, there are a few things we wished we could have done differently.
Disney Cruise Line just shocked EVERYONE when it announced plans to introduce a NEW ship called the Disney Destiny to the fleet. Even after all of the exciting offerings teased for the new heroes and villain-themed ship, we have questions!
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We know that the Disney Treasure is set to unveil a first-of-its-kind Haunted Mansion lounge onboard when it sets sail in the near future (along with some haunting souvenirs to go along with it). But could it truly just be a one-and-done location, or could we see it on the Disney Destiny, too? [Read more…]
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