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Only EXPERTS of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Know These 15 Things!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom was the last park to open in Disney World back in 1998 — a piece of Disney trivia that ALWAYS makes us feel old (that was 23 years ago!!).

Welcome to Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

There are TONS of really cool details about this park that make it a completely immersive wildlife experience, and today we’re talking about the ones that are so hidden, they’re basically top secret. A land that never came to life, a fake waterfall, and lots of other things packed into the park that you may never notice!

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Proceed With Caution: Disney’s Newest Collection Is for the Tinker Bell-Obsessed

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It’s no doubt that a trip to Disney World can be pricey, and with souvenirs like Disney Dooney & Bourke bags featuring almost every Disney character imaginable, those dollars sure can rack up.

Disney Sidekicks Dooney & Bourke Collections

But, if you’re in need of a new purse (or just want one), Disney releases tons of new Dooney & Bourke collections in all shapes and sizes. Recently, we’ve seen bags themed after Disney’s Moana, Disney sidekicks, and even the Disney Skyliner, and now there’s another fandom coming in bag form — Tinker Bell!

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The El Capitan Theatre Is Shipping Disney Premiere Essentials to Your House!

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Alright all you Disney fans, we’ve got a BIG month and a half to prepare for ahead of us!

Luca © Disney/Pixar

Within the next few weeks, Disney will be releasing TONS of new movies and shows that we’ve been waiting for quite some time to premiere! There’s Pixar’s Luca, which will come directly to Disney+ for all subscribers, Marvel’s Loki, which will turn Wednesday into the new Friday on Disney+, and TWO new movies are set to premiere in BOTH the theaters AND on Disney+ Premier Access (Black Widow and Cruella). So, yeah, we’ve got a long date with our couch coming up. And, if you’re excited to learn alllll about Cruella De Vil’s backstory, then we have something you need to check out!

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Disney World’s Most Recent Construction Reveal Was…Underwhelming

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We’re back with another construction update from Walt Disney World!

Cinderella Castle

Things have been BUSY around the Disney Parks and Resorts, to say the least! Between new paint jobs, more testing for new shows, and reopening stores, there has been a lot to keep track of! And, you may not believe the kinds of projects that Disney is willing to throw up some construction walls for. So, we’ve got a lot to cover — let’s get to it!

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16 of the Most Expensive Snacks In Disney World

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If you’ve been following along with DFB for a while now (or honestly even a few days), you probably know that one of our favorite parts of Disney World is the snacks.

There’s nothing like enjoying a Mickey Pretzel in front of Cinderella Castle (no matter HOW expensive!)

Seriously, we’ve made it our JOB to eat our way through Disney World. And, while we’ve had TONS of great snacks, some can cost a pretty penny. So, today we’re talking about the MOST expensive ones and we’ll even touch on why you shouldn’t count them out just because they’re costly!

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EPCOT Employee Honored for (Literally) Saving a Life!

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Cast Members can often save your Disney World trip with an extra glimmer of magic when you’re having a less-than-stellar day.

Cast Members know how to make you smile

But, handing out free cotton candy or Mickey Premium Bars aren’t the only ways that they’re saving the day. Cast Members do a lot behind the scenes both on the job and beyond that makes an impact on others’ lives and one EPCOT Security Cast Member was recently recognized for doing just that!

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Check Out How Much it Will Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship!

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Even though Disney cruises have been temporarily suspended, the Disney Cruise Line has been getting us excited for their newest ship — the Disney Wish!

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Fit with a Star Wars lounge, a water-based attraction at sea, tons of entertainment offerings, and more, we’re pretty excited for when this giant ship finally takes to the sea in the summer of 2022! We’ve already been able to take a peek at the initial itineraries and, with bookings opening in just a few weeks, we’ve finally got a look at how much it will cost ya!

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NEWS: Hershey Theme Park Removes Face Mask Requirements for Select Guests

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There have been a lot of changes to health and safety guidelines in theme parks recently.

Cinderella Castle

And, as CDC recommendations continue to change, many theme parks are considering making more adjustments to their policies. We’ve already seen one major theme park in the U.S. allow guests to remove their face masks in outdoor settings, and now another is relaxing their guidelines.

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Read THIS Before You Bring a Car to Disney World

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A lot of planning goes into what you’ll be doing while you’re at Walt Disney World, but you don’t always put quite as much brainpower to how you’ll get there.

The Disney World sign that we all LOVE to see!

And if you’re considering driving to Disney World you might be thinking — do you really need the flexibility of a car? Does it cost extra to bring your car? SHOULD you bring a car? We’re covering it all so you can decide what will work best for you on your next Disney trip!

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The 8 BEST Disney Deals on Amazon This Week

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Does today sound like a good day for some Disney shopping therapy? Well, that’s probably more of a rhetorical question. 😂

Disney Merchandise

We love bringing you the latest ways to save on your next Disney vacation and get your hands on Disney merchandise at a discount. And, today we sifted through all the Disney goodies you can find on Amazon to bring you the BEST deals this week! Between travel essentials, games, and more, you’re in for some seriously great deals — let’s get to it!

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