food IS a theme park
Can you believe it??!! The Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows is opening in less than 3 weeks!
Island Tower construction
We can’t wait to experience all that this new tower has to offer. For example, we are stoked about trying out the Island Tower’s new restaurant Wailulu Bar & Grill! But with only 16 days left until opening, we’re getting concerned!
Let’s be honest — a Disney trip is magical, but it can also be a bit like running a marathon while juggling in unpredictable weather. You know those moments when you’re standing in line, your phone battery is at 2%, it starts raining, and somehow your backpack has turned into a black hole where nothing can be found? We’ve all been there. But here’s the good news: with a little preparation and these carefully selected Amazon finds, you can tackle whatever the parks throw at you.
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We’ve tested and curated this list to help you handle everything from sudden Florida downpours to the dreaded dead phone battery. These aren’t just random gadgets — they’re practical solutions that will actually make your park day better (and maybe save you from having to buy overpriced replacements in the gift shops).
UPDATED January 29, 2025
When Disney first announced that Monsters, Inc. Land would be coming to Hollywood Studios, they left out where this new land would be located.
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Based on the concept art and the layout of Hollywood Studios, fans speculated that it would go in place of the Animation Courtyard or Muppets Courtyard. Fast forward to about three months later, and Disney finally revealed the new land’s location. The brand-new Monsters, Inc. Land will be taking the current location of Muppets Courtyard.
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Target
Target has some GREAT deals happening now, and we searched high and low for the BEST Disney souvenirs on sale. Wanna see what’s available now? Let’s go!
Are you ready for some dessert and hot cocoa? This EPCOT Festival of the Holidays booth is one of the BEST when it comes to sweet treats and festive drinks.
Holiday Sweets & Treats Booth
The 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays has officially begun, and there is a lot to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to one spot in particular — the Holiday Sweets & Treats Booth — to give you the FULL scoop! Is it worth a try? Let’s find out!
We’re at the OPENING DAY of 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, and we’re checking out all of the food, entertainment, and holiday-themed activities for this year.
Welcome to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays!
The festival has so much to offer beyond delicious food. We decided to take a break from tasting our way around all of the food booths to check out the FUN returning activity — Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition.
Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando!
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Disney World’s average wait times took a LEAP during this packed Thanksgiving week!
EPCOT has seen some pretty significant changes over the years!
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The park that opened in 1982 is not the same as the one we have today, with a variety of attraction changes, new restaurants, and updates to World Showcase pavilions. But in that time, some places have been “abandoned” or left unused around the park. And we think Disney could turn those spots into some incredible dining locations!
Once again, the Refreshment Port is serving up some special holiday eats for the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays!
2024 Refreshment Port
The 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays has officially begun, and there is a lot to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to one spot in particular — the Joffrey’s kiosks — to give you the FULL scoop! Is it worth a try? Let’s find out!
We’re stopping by the Refreshment Outpost on our holiday trip around EPCOT at the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays!
Refreshment Outpost Booth
The 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays has officially begun, and there is a lot to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to one spot in particular — the Refreshment Outpost — to give you the FULL scoop! Is it worth a try? Let’s find out!
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