food IS a theme park
Choosing to go on a Disney World vacation is exciting…but what comes after that isn’t always!
Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom
The booking process for a Disney World vacation can be daunting — choosing a resort, narrowing down your dining options, and learning the ins and outs of Genie+. It’s a lot of information to consume in a limited amount of time, and future visitors often find themselves overwhelmed. But there’s no need!
Disney World probably releases thousands of pieces of merchandise each year.
Merchandise in Disney World
Across that giant collection, we’ve seen a wide variety of souvenirs. We’ve seen items that were ridiculously expensive, items that made us scratch our heads in confusion, and of course, the incredibly popular items that FLEW off the shelves. It’s not too often that we see something disappear from the parks in a day, but when we do, we take notice. And there’s one souvenir that has been hard to find that we KEEP getting asked about!
Do you remember Disney Enchantment?
Enchantment
The fireworks show first premiered in 2021 for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and replaced Happily Ever After in Magic Kingdom. The show ran for the 18-month duration of the Anniversary celebrations, ending in early 2023 so that Happily Ever After could come back. But now, there’s a chance for you to see Disney Enchantment AGAIN!
Holiday merchandise is slowly rolling into Disney World, and we’re getting in the festive mood!
The holidays are coming!
We’ve got a few weeks before we go headlong into the seasonal spirit (we’ve got to get through Halloween first!), but it’s hard not to hum Christmas carols and crave peppermint when the shelves are getting stocked with red and green souvenirs. And now, Disney World has added ANOTHER festive new accessory!
We probably let Disney get away with more than we should…ya know, merchandise-wise!
Who hasn’t dreamed of owning this?
Over the years, we’ve seen a fair share of souvenirs that were outrageously expensive (the crystal Cinderella Castle model chief among them) or honestly low-key frightening (like the pricey Ewok plush with dead eyes). And now we’ve just come to expect the unexpected when we walk into a Disney World gift shop. But that doesn’t mean we’re going to stop sharing our bizarre merchandise finds with you…especially one we spotted in Magic Kingdom!
There are a few snack spots in Disney World that we just keep coming back to…over and over again!
EPCOT
It’s no secret that we love the Spring Roll Cart in Magic Kingdom or the delicious Totchos at Woody’s Lunch Box in Hollywood Studios. But one of our favorite places to stop in EPCOT for something sweet is Karamell Kuche..and recently they got a new treat!
If you’re skipping breakfast in Disney World, you might be missing out!
Mickey waffle!
We know that the urgency to get to the parks for rope drop and make the most of your morning can be overwhelming, but we typically feel significantly more energized and ready to take on the day if we grab some breakfast. Luckily, there are plenty of delicious options…even some INSIDE the parks! Recently, several new breakfast options arrived at Animal Kingdom and we’ve got some opinions on which one you need to try.
How much are you willing to pay for the ultimate souvenir?
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Whether you’re willing to shell out the big bucks on the new Disney-themed car or you’re saving up to purchase the crystal Cinderella Castle model for a cool quarter mil, there are some fans out there that are DEDICATED to the merchandise cause. And that was certainly the case when one Star Wars fanatic purchased one special item for $3.1 MILLION.
We’ve seen our fair share of over-the-top Disney souvenirs!
Magic Kingdom
From Minnie ears that cost hundreds to the crystal model of Cinderella Castle that is worth a quarter million, there are plenty of creative ways for Disney fans to spend their money. And if you’re a serious fan, you might consider buying the new Disney CAR!
If you’re heading to Disney World before the end of 2023, there will be quite a few events going on.
EPCOT
From the Disney100 celebrations at EPCOT to the holiday parties to the EPCOT festivals, there’s going to be a lot to see and experience in the coming months. But if you’re making a trip to Central Florida for a major runDisney event, we’ve got a sneak peek for you!
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