Big news in the movie-making world!
Disney is no longer going to be using the 21st Century Fox studio lots.
food IS a theme park
Big news in the movie-making world!
Disney is no longer going to be using the 21st Century Fox studio lots.
Happy April, DFB Readers! It’s hard to believe that March went by so quickly, but here we are.
This week was a BIG one in Disney World, at least for food. Not only did Gideon’s Bakehouse announce a new menu, BUT we got eight new food and drinks at Disney’s Pop Century Resort (and yes, be looking for those reviews coming soon). However, those aren’t the only restaurant changes we spotted in Disney World this week. We’ve also got some other restaurant menu updates to tell you about.
There are a lot of reasons we love Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, and we just found one more!

Art of Animation!
The theming of this resort is so fun, with large Disney characters — perfect for photos! The Big Blue Pool is one of the most popular pools on Disney property. The Skyliner goes to this resort, and you can walk to Disney’s Pop Century from it as well. If that wasn’t enough reasons to love staying at this resort, this little hidden gem we just found is just the cherry on top!
Traveling to Disney World means navigating airports, running to catch flights, and making sure you have everything you need without getting bogged down by heavy luggage.
So when a former flight attendant recommended a specific travel backpack as the ultimate carry-on bag, we had to give it a try. We tested it at the Orlando Airport — one of the busiest travel hubs for Disney-bound visitors — and spoiler alert: It did not disappoint.
We’ve been eagerly awaiting more news about Universal Orlando’s new park coming in 2025 — Epic Universe — and now that we’ve been able to enter Epic Universe (and take allll the pictures), we have so much to share.
We’ve checked out the park’s preview center, kept track of the updates about the themed lands (including Dark Universe!), and been looking at the construction. We even finally got a chance to go INTO the park, where we got to explore everything for ourselves, and THIS was the standout experience.
Planning a trip to Disney World? Get ready — not just for magic, but for a little bit of classic Florida chaos in the skies.

Magic Kingdom
For the next two weeks, the Florida weather is throwing out a little bit of everything: warm sunshine, surprise thunderstorms, and temps creeping up into the 90s. Here’s a look at what you need to pack to stay prepared for whatever your day at the most magical place on earth may entail.
Are you ready to be one of the very FIRST people to see INSIDE Universal Orlando’s BRAND-NEW theme park, Epic Universe?

Bowser’s Challenge!
We’ve got an exclusive sneak peak at the rides, the food, and MUCH more, today on DFB Guide!
We just saw the MENU for the brand-new Lagoon Games & Lanes, which is opening at Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort!
Lagoon Games, Lanes, and Eats is a new, innovative game room exclusive to Swan & Dolphin Resort. It combines interactive gaming with delicious dining. And, get ready, there’s a BOWLING ALLEY!
Want to snag the best seats at Disney World restaurants?
We’ve got insider “secrets” straight from the former Cast Members on our team, and trust us — they know how the system works. There’s nothing worse than getting stuck with a seat by the bathroom or missing out on a prime view of Cinderella Castle just because you didn’t know a few simple tricks. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to level up your dining experience, these tips can make all the difference.
Well, it finally happened. We got to go INSIDE Epic Universe and share that experience with you. Yes, our jaws have been dropping non-stop all weekend (and yes, there were some tears of joy, too), and we’re not done yet telling you all about it.
Now that we’ve visited all five lands in Epic Universe, we’re coming in with our takes, and we’ll admit that a lot of things surprised us (those big lockers at Monsters Unchained, for example). But the best news that came out of our visit might surprise you, so let’s get into it.
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