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Each day, D23 (the official Disney fan club) has been giving away some fun FREE prizes as part of their Season of Magic sweepstakes.
©D23
We’ve seen everything from a holiday train set to crafting supplies. Today D23 is giving out prizes that will make any fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas SCREAM!
Looking to bring a bit of Disney into your home? Wishing you could recreate a fun Disney recipe for the holidays? Want a little sugary treat to add to your Christmas table? You’re in the right place!
Linzer Cookie
There are lots of different cookies you can have around Disney World, but one of the most iconic during the holidays is probably the Linzer cookie. We’ve seen this type of cookie pop up in a few spots, and it’s been available for several years at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. But what if you could make that cookie at home with a special Mickey twist?! We’ve got all the info you need to know right here!
You might not be able to go on the Walt Disney World Railroad right now, but you can still celebrate your love for this classic attraction in several ways!
Walt Disney World Train Station
Recently, a railroad-themed dress (WITH POCKETS) and railroad-themed purses have become available online. But now railroad fans have the chance to WIN a special railroad-themed holiday item!
Lots of things have been changing or are set to change in Disneyland.
Downtown Disney
Soon, 6 different forms of entertainment will be returning to the parks, a special private party IN MICKEY’S HOUSE will become available, and Disney has announced a major Downtown Disney expansion set to take place in the future. Now, we’ve got an update about new shopping opportunities coming to Downtown Disney!
When you think of Disney World, you probably think about the amazing rides, delicious food, and cool merchandise. As magical as Disney World, emergency situations and evacuations can happen in the parks and resorts.
Image from DFB reader @ptolley_ on Twitter
Last night, we shared the news about a fire having been reported in Magic Kingdom and what happened as a result. Now, we’ve got an update from the Reedy Creek Firefighters Association about what reportedly caused the entire situation to transpire.
UPDATE: As of the next day, December 15th, Magic Kingdom is back to normal. The small fire was quickly and safely extinguished, and now the Cinderella Castle and surrounding area are open again for guests to visit. Cinderella’s Royal Table (which was evacuated during the emergency) is also open again now.
As magical as Disney World can be, emergency situations and evacuations can happen in the parks, resorts, and on transportation.
Image from DFB reader Sara W.
We’ve seen rides evacuated, transportation shut down, and more. Earlier tonight, a fire was reported in Magic Kingdom, causing some emergency vehicles to be sent into the park. Here’s a look at how Disney handled the guests after the reported fire.
UPDATE: As of the next day, December 15th, Magic Kingdom is back to normal. The small fire was quickly and safely extinguished, and now the Cinderella Castle and surrounding area are open again for guests to visit. Cinderella’s Royal Table (which was evacuated during the emergency) is also open again now.
Disney World is known as the Most Magical Place on Earth, but sometimes emergency situations can arise or evacuations can take place in the parks and resorts.
Image from DFB reader @ptolley_ on Twitter
Earlier today we shared about our experience on the Disney Word monorail and how that took longer than expected due to some technical issues. We’ve also shared news about Skyliner crashes in the past and more. Most recently, we shared with you the news about a fire reported near Cinderella Castle tonight, and now we’ve got an update on that situation.
The 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays has been going on for a few weeks now.
Festival of the Holidays
We’ve enjoyed ALL kinds of food at the booths, checked out the return of Candlelight Processional, stopped to see the other entertainment, and (of course) taken a look at the merchandise. We’ve also participated in Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt, where you can get a PRIZE if you complete the activity. But the prizes for this scavenger hunt have been…interesting.
There are several meetings Disney holds each year, including quarterly earnings calls and the annual shareholder meeting.
©The Walt Disney Company
Sometimes these meetings reveal BIG things about the company’s financial status or the plans it has for the upcoming year. We recently listened in to the 4th Quarter earnings call, but now there’s a date you’ll want to mark down for 2022.
Still looking for that perfect holiday present for a family member or friend? Searching for a great deal on Amazon on your favorite Disney products? We’ve got you covered!
Disney Merchandise
We know that finding a great Disney item at a good price can be tough. So we took a look at some of the deals available on Disney items on Amazon right now, and here are some of the BEST ones we found!
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
