food IS a theme park
We’re saddened to share that Pixar animator, Ralph Eggleston, has passed away at the age of 56.
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Ralph Eggleston was behind many popular Pixar works and took on many roles.
Character dining experiences are one of the best ways to meet characters in Disney World. First, you’re guaranteed to see certain characters while you’re there, and the interactions can be longer than what you might get at a regular meet and greet.
Hollywood & Vine
Two, you get characters AND food, and what’s a better combination than that? Many character dining experiences switched to family-style dining after Disney World reopened, but a lot of them are returning as buffets. Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopened with family-style dining, but now we’re taking you with us to see if buffet dining has changed anything at this spot!
There’s a lot happening in Disney World these days!
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
With fall and Halloween celebrations, a big EPCOT festival, and some pretty major construction projects happening around the resort, there’s a lot to keep track of. So today, we’re taking you along to Hollywood Studios to break down all the latest news updates!
When it comes to travel and travel-related news, there’s a lot going on, especially regarding COVID-19.
The travel industry is changing a lot!
For example, many cruise lines are frequently updating their COVID-19 vaccination and testing requirements as the situation changes. Royal Caribbean recently announced that it would be removing its COVID-19 vaccine requirement on most sailings, and vaccinated guests will no longer need to get tested for sailings on most Disney Cruise Line ships beginning next month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention keeps an eye on COVID numbers at many international destinations, with a system that ranks these places in different categories based on how many residents of these countries have tested positive for COVID-19. We recently reported that the CDC had added two new destinations to its “high” risk category, and now, another destination has been added.
Calling all Tangled fans!
Who doesn’t love this long haired princess?
Disney merchandise is something of a hobby for us especially when princesses are involved. Disney’s World Princess Week which finished up this month introduced a Disney princess Dooney and Bourke collection and new Jasmine-themed Minnie Ears, which royal merchandise hearts have been soaring! Now, BoxLunch has a few new items that are making us go for our wallets!
Welcome Foolish Mortals to the Disney Food Blog… .
Haunted Mansion At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!
This is where we bring you updates on the latest going on in the Disney parks, and that includes ALL of the Haunted Mansion merch you’ll find there. We recently told you about the super popular Haunted Mansion LEGO set that sold out and returned, a spooky Loungefly backpack, and a Doom Buggy pet bed. We’ve also been bringing you updates on the upcoming Haunted Mansion movie like who will play the Hatbox Ghost and Madame Leota. And now, we bring you a new Haunted Mansion item that you will want to make room for in your kitchen!
There are a lot of different jobs at Disney World, from chefs to ride attendants to fireworks engineers. But a good portion of Disney World’s workforce is made up of college students who attend an internship program called the Disney College Program.
Wonderful Cast Members
If your dream is to work at Disney World, you may want to consider this program. You’ll live on property, work at Disney World, and potentially even get college credit for your time. Interested? Then you need to read this update!
🎶 It’s most wonderful time of the year. 🎶
Mickey pumpkin time!
No, we’re not talking about the winter holidays — it’s Halloween time in Disney World! There are so many ways to celebrate this year including with themed treats, the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party, spotting decor, and so much more. One of the perks of the Disney Parks is that there is a Starbucks location in each one, and in case you didn’t mark it in your calendars, today is the day Starbucks releases their fall drinks! So we’re in the Magic Kingdom trying out a NEW Starbucks drink — come along with us!
Supply chain issues have been plaguing Disney World for a while now, with merchandise shortages even closing down a gift shop in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Although we recently saw that shop reopen, there have continued to be problems elsewhere in the parks.
EPCOT
For example, a popular EPCOT snack is still missing from the Norway pavilion — Cast Members have cited supply problems for that shortage. And there’s another EPCOT spot that’s suffering from shortages as well. [Read more…]
Disney merchandise on sale can be hard to come by!
Who doesn’t love Disney merchandise?
Disney has been putting out tons of new merchandise, food, and collaborations lately. Now, a classic Disney collab is currently on sale but you might need to hurry to check it out!
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