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PHOTOS: Disney’s Toy Story Midway Mania Attraction EVACUATED!

Round up the gang and settle in for a little story — or should we say, a little Toy Story. 😉 Over in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure, Toy Story Midway Mania draws some big lines and invites some fierce competition. (Seriously, getting the “Best in Vehicle” score is SO exciting) Every once in a while, though, the game goes awry and playtime is over sooner than expected.

Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure

Recently, Toy Story Midway Mania had some technical difficulties. Let’s take a look!

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Could THIS Clue Mean a New Starbucks Location is Opening Soon in Disney World?

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 2 Comments

We don’t know about you, but caffeine is basically its own essential food group in our diet. When you’re walking all over the place and waking up at the crack of dawn, a little boost of energy is critical to success in Disney World. If you’re looking for a little coffee in the Disney parks and resorts, there are two main suppliers: Joffrey’s Coffee and Starbucks.

Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew

There are TONS of places to grab a coffee in Disney World. There’s a Starbucks in every Disney park and multiple Joffrey’s locations all over Disney World. Recently, we noticed something interesting going on at one of Disney World’s most popular Starbucks locations, and it might signal a looming closure. Let’s take a look!

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BREAKING: Annual Passholder Previews for Guardians of the Galaxy Ride in EPCOT Open NOW

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 13 Comments

Does anyone else ever wish you could skip work, school, or daily chores and go right to your next Disney World vacation? We may not have a magic remote that can fast-forward us to Florida, but we do have some exciting news that might make time FLY by in anticipation! Recently, Disney announced that the long-awaited Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction is officially opening in EPCOT on May 27th, but the ride will see a few select passengers ahead of the big opening day.

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Disney World guests who are part of a few select groups may be able to preview EPCOT’s first rollercoaster early. If you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder, we’ve got a BIG update for you about these exclusive previews!

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Disneyland’s Military Ticket Deal Just Got a Little BETTER!

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Who wants to save some money? We already know the answer; of course you want to save some money on your next Disney vacation! Recently, Disney World announced a new hotel discount for Disney+ subscribers, but now, we’re back to share a little money-saving tip for Disneyland guests!

Avengers Campus

You may know that Disney often has a special promotion for active and retired US Military members, but now, there’s been an update to the current deal! Now’s the time to start planning a trip to Disneyland — let’s take a look at the promotion.

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24 Items You Wouldn’t THINK You’d Need in Disney World, But You DO!

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 1 Comment

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There are two types of people on vacation: the ones who overpack 25 outfits for a 7-day vacation, and the ones who forget to pack a toothbrush. The truth is, no matter how many times you’ve been to Disney World, there’s probably something you’re forgetting to pack. Between all the changes in the parks and resorts, the ever-fluctuating weather, and more, no two vacations are ever the same, which means no two packing lists are the same!

You focus on having fun, and we’ll tell you what to pack! Deal?

Luckily, we’ve packed our suitcases for Disney World approximately 1,000 times, so we know a thing or two about what you need when you’re on vacation. From park bag essentials you didn’t know existed to the makeup products our reporters swear by, we’ve put together a list of all the things you wouldn’t THINK that you’d need in Disney World, but you DO.

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REVIEW: Have We Entered Zebra Dome HEAVEN in Disney World?

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 3 Comments

What happens when you take one of the BEST treats in Disney World and put it on top of a cocktail? We freak out! Ever since Disney shared a little video of its newest specialty cold brew, we’ve been dreaming about the day when we would finally visit Disney World to try the drink. Finally — the wait is over; we’re visiting Boma in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge!

Boma is a HUGE fan favorite!

Is it worth it to trek all the way over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge just for some cold brew? We’re about to find out!

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The ULTIMATE Theme Park Expo is Happening Again This Year — Find Out WHEN!

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At DFB, we’re not afraid to admit it: we’re theme park nerds. We get excited when we hear about upcoming projects big and small, and we’ve had multiple discussions about why it’s so dark in Fantasyland (seriously, can we get some lights, Disney?). If you and your family pay attention to the Disney World trash cans or count the number of benches in each park, you might be interested in a mega theme park convention happening later this year.

From ride tech to lighting, IAAPA covers it ALL!

The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (or IAAPA for short) hosts a HUGE expo where amusement park professionals come to show off the latest tech, attractions, and more. Now, we know the dates for the 2022 IAAPA Expo; let’s take a look!

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ALL the Places to Find Mickey Waffles in Disney World

By Madeleine Zaharchuk 2 Comments

When you tell your Aunt Susan or Becky down the street that you went to Disney World, they’ll probably ask you, “Did you eat any Mickey waffles?” Sure, churros and popcorn are a few classic theme park snacks, but nothing says “Disney World” quite like a Mickey waffle. While a Disney newbie might not be well-versed on the contents of a Pongu Lumpia, they probably still know about Mickey waffles — they’re practically a cultural phenomenon!

Isn’t it a beautiful sight?!

For many families, eating a Mickey waffle on vacation is a must-do! Between the DOZENS of Disney World resorts and theme parks, there are tons of places to pick up an order of waffles. Lucky for you, we’ve made things easy and compiled a list of ALL the places you can buy a Mickey waffle in Disney World.

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