food IS a theme park
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort will reopen to guests on October 14th.
Disney’s Coronado Springs
You may recall that just last summer, the addition of the Gran Destino Tower brought new dining options (along with over 500 rooms) to this Resort. And today brings news about which dining locations — both in the Tower and throughout the rest of the Resort — will reopen to guests at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort next week. [Read more…]
Over the next few years, you will see some major changes coming to Disney World in preparation for the resort’s 50th Anniversary in 2021. In anticipation of these new experiences, there may be a few changes you want to make if you are planning on visiting in 2020.
Cinderella Castle
Note that you may not be able to make these changes juuuust quite yet. As of this writing, reservations are not available for many of next year’s new attractions and restaurants (but check back with DFB often — you know we’ll let you know as soon as they do!). With that said, here are a few things you will want to consider changing when the time comes!
In case you haven’t heard, there are a LOT of changes coming to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort.
Transformation of Epcot ©Disney
While many changes come in the form of new attractions (like the highly-anticipated TRON Lightcycle Run and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind), there are also a whole bunch of NEW restaurants coming soon, like Space 220 and Woody’s Roundup Barbecue to the parks and resorts! Let’s explore all the new and soon to be new options you need to know about.
Oh by gosh, by golly– it’s almost time for mistletoe and holly! Get ready because this year Disney is spreading holiday cheer throughout ALL FOUR of its theme parks! And things are going to be a little bit different… .
Christmas is Coming to Magic Kingdom
We’ve shown you glimpses of the holiday merch, new Holiday fireworks in the Magic Kingdom, and early details for Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays, but now we want to show you EVERYTHING happening this holiday season at Disney World! If you want to join in on the merrymaking, follow along as we break down all the wintery happenings park by park! Let’s go!
Happy weekend! We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you, which is compiled here! First, a few things to remember…
The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off August 29 and we’re covering it all! Did you see the menus that are out now? See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and some FOOD PHOTOS as well — here!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now OPEN at Disneyland and will open August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Check out all our Disneyland Galaxy’s Edge coverage to start planning for Disney World (the two lands will be virtually identical!)!
Now — on to the news!
Germany Beer & Pretzel Kiosk
We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
has expanded to the new 545-room Gran Destino Tower, and atop that tower is a new lounge that is not to be missed!
Dahlia Lounge
Dahlia Lounge is inspired by the Disney short film Destino which was, in part, storyboarded by artist Salvador Dali. It told a fascinating story about a mortal, Dahlia, who catches the eye of Chronos, the Greek figure who represents time.
Dali’s surrealist’s spirit infused the film, and it has infused Dahlia Lounge as well. Warmth, visual interest, and expert mixologists (artists in their own right!) are found here. [Read more…]
Hola
from Walt Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort, where we’re going INSIDE the brand new Gran Destino Tower!
Gran Destino Tower in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
We’re here for a media event today and tomorrow, and we can’t wait to share our FIRST LOOK at this new location! Come with us!
Check HERE for UPDATES Throughout the Day:
There will be two lounges joining the previously announced Three Bridges Bar & Grill and Toledo — Tapas, Steak & Seafood Restaurant at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort this summer!
Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort
The Dahlia Lounge will be located in the Gran Destino Tower when it opens on July 9, 2019. [Read more…]
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