food IS a theme park
Sure, we love visiting Disney World and Disneyland, but sometimes you gotta’ spring for something just a little more…tropical.
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And we’re not talking tropical like The Enchanted Tiki Room, we’re talking tropical like Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii. We had a chance to visit this beautiful resort recently, and even got to dine with Mickey and friends during a character breakfast at Makahiki — The Bounty of the Islands. Here’s what that was like!
There are several things we’re DREADING about Disney World in 2023, like surge pricing, larger crowds, and several major ride closures. But there are also many ways in which Disney World is going to be BETTER than ever in 2023.
Main Street U.S.A.
New rides are going to open, some existing rides and shows will change, LOTS of new restaurants are coming, and there’s still more to look forward to. Here’s a complete list of how Disney World is getting better in 2023! [Read more…]
If you’ve been to Disney World recently, you might have noticed that some advance dining reservations are nearly impossible to get.
Cinderlla’s Royal Table
One of those hard-to-get reservations is for Cinderella’s Royal Table because — let’s face it — is there anything more magical than eating INSIDE Cinderella Castle? We think not! But if you’ve been struggling to make a reservation there, we’re going to help you out with our best tips and tricks.
Pull up a chair folks, this has been a BIG week for Disney!
Magic Kingdom
With the holidays approaching there are some important fireworks changes taking place. Plus, buffets are returning to one restaurant, princesses are returning to another, and we’ve got a massive update about the Walt Disney World Railroad. Join us now as we recap the BIGGEST news from this past week!
Can’t decide which hotel to stay at in Disney World? You might want to look at the menus and choose the spot with the best eats.
Saratoga Springs Resort
There are a few very popular restaurants at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and the updated Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has earned some rave reviews. Now, let’s head over to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and find out what there is to eat at this hotel! [Read more…]
Disney World has come a long way since the parks first reopened after the pandemic-related closures.
Chef Mickey’s
Experiences began returning in phases, character interactions were modified, and buffets switched to family-style or prix fixe meals instead. We’ve seen a lot of that change recently, with many restaurants returning to buffet service. And now, another Disney World restaurant is switching back to a buffet!
Disney World has slowly returned to normal operations since reopening after the park closures.
Cinderella Castle
But, not every experience returned at once, and not everything has returned just yet, either. As of now, one of the only character meals that features Disney Princesses is at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT. That’s all changing soon, because characters are returning to Cinderella’s Royal Table in Magic Kingdom!
Calling all Disney Adults and childless millennials! If you’re looking for some of the restaurants where you’ll find a number of other adults and child-free people like you, we’ve got the list you need.
Cheese Board from Wine Bar George
Now, Disney is a family-friendly spot where kids of ALL ages (and kids at heart) can hang out, eat some delicious food, and say “hey” to Mickey too. But there are some places that just happen to be a bit more friendly for or frequented more often by the so-called “Disney Adults” and older folks without kiddos. While not all Disney Adults are the same and preferences can certainly vary, today we’re sharing our list of some of the TOP spots in Disney World that are popular with or well suited for adults without kiddos.
Hear ye, hear ye — it’s time to dine like straight-up ROYALTY in Disney World.
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
No, we’re not talking about Cinderella’s Royal Table or Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom. Instead, we’re heading over to EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion to check out a newly reopened Akershus Royal Banquet Hall!
It’s nearly IMPOSSIBLE to keep up with all the restaurant changes in Disney World.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Dining locations have reopened in phases, and there are still some that have yet to open. We’ve also noticed the return of character meals (with hugs!) and buffets being brought back to restaurants that were temporarily made into family-style establishments. Now, a buffet is back at a popular character meal, and we stopped by to check it out!
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