food IS a theme park
I’m a Disney World reporter, and it’s my job to visit theme parks multiple times a week, which means I’ve got it down to a SCIENCE.
Main Street, U.S.A.
I know the fastest modes of Disney transportation, the secret shortcuts in the parks, and yes, even where the best bathrooms are located. But perhaps some of the most valuable tips I have are the ones I learned from visiting Disney World on its most crowded days of the year.
Listen, y’all. There’s an awesome perk in Disney World that it feels like NO ONE is using, so we want to make sure you know about it so that you can utilize it on your next trip!
Dining at Jiko — The Cooking Place
Seriously, this thing can save your vacation and help you get some of the BEST food in the parks. [Read more…]
Let’s get you up to speed on all the latest tips and tricks to make sure your vacation is the best it can be! Walt Disney World has gone through a LOT of changes and it’s difficult to stay updated on the insider tips that you need to know.
Magic Kingdom
You may already be familiar with the tried-and-true tips for Park Pass reservations and the Disney Genie service (though if you’re in need of a starting point, we have one for you here). We’ll cover all you need to know so that you feel prepared to actually enjoy your trip!
It’s time to review the BEST tips for your vacation. We have a lot to cover, so buckle up and let’s get started. [Read more…]
Whether it was in Disney World or in your hometown, restaurants experienced limited capacity restrictions beginning in March of 2020 that seemed to all but erase reservation availability. Since then, however, capacity has more or less returned to normal — but has Disney’s Advance Dining Reservation process gotten any easier?
Oak-fired Filet of Beef at California Grill
A lack of available dining reservations seems to be a hot-button topic and many readers have reached out with concerns. This led us to wonder if there were actually NO/very limited Advance Dining Reservations in Disney World. We put on our investigator hats and got to work to get an answer!
Every day we’re getting closer and closer to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration!
The 50th is almost here!
We’re ready to check out the new fireworks shows, the over-the-top decorations, and all the new offerings all around the resort. But here at DFB, one of the things we’re most excited about is FOOD. So what’s the food going to be like for the 50th? Let’s break it down!
If you haven’t been to Disney World in a few years and you’re going back soon, let us first say — congratulations!
There are so many new and exciting things to see!
We’re sure that you’re very excited to plan your “magical” vacation! Awesome rides, delicious snacks, favorite characters, and spectacular entertainment…who wouldn’t be? But there are a few things that you need to know before you go, and today we’re sharing that list with you!
Eating in Disney World can be a little tricky right now.
Nomad Lounge
With limited capacities remaining in most Disney World restaurants and demand and capacities rising for the parks as a whole, tables in popular spots are in pretty high demand. This is true for restaurants with Advance Dining Reservations and even for some that are walk-up only. There’s even one restaurant in Disney World that you need to rope drop (in a manner of speaking) if you want to visit!
If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, there are several different types of reservations that you’ll need to make!
Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom
You’ll need to make reservations for your hotel and your dining, as well as Disney Park Pass reservations for each day that you plan to visit the parks. Plus, you’ll want to book experiences like Savi’s Workshop and Droid Depot in advance. Your vacation relies heavily on these reservations, but it’s still completely possible to have a great time without them. Either way, there’s no need to stress, because today we’re sharing our top tips for how to snag those hard-to-get reservations!
Over the years (especially over the last several months since the parks have reopened), Disney World has introduced a number of ways technology can be used to offer a more frictionless experience for its guests. Heads up — they all love the world “mobile!”
Harambe Market Mobile Ordering
Many of us are well acquainted with Mobile Order, a contactless way to order food at various Counter Service locations. There’s also Mobile Dine Check-In, Mobile Check-Out at certain gift shops, and even MagicMobile just debuted, offering guests an alternative to MagicBands. But one of the biggest game-changers when it comes to planning your Disney vacation is hiding in plain sight all around Disney World (and on My Disney Experience): Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist.
When planning a Disney World vacation, you’ve gotta have basics covered like park tickets, hotel reservations, transportation plans, and Park Pass reservations. That’s a given, right??
Disney World
Well, another thing that has become absolutely ESSENTIAL when it comes to visiting Disney World is our phones! Seriously, you may view your cell phone as essential in normal, daily life, but it may be even MORE SO in Disney World. The My Disney Experience App has become critical for having a successful Disney trip, and it has SO many features that can be used for so many different things. BUT, there are probably a few things you didn’t even know the app could do!
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
