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Price Increases Arrive at Popular Disney World Restaurant

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Another week in Disney World means another week of eating our way around Disney World. This week, we had a chance to check out a delicious cotton candy-inspired cake, eat some flavorful popcorn, and dine at a restaurant we’d leave Disney World to check out.

Cotton Candy Cake from The Cake Bake Shop

While we were doing all that, though, we were keeping our eyes on Disney World restaurant menus because they change…a lot. So let’s take a look at all the changes we spotted at Disney World restaurants this week. Word of warning: one popular Disney Springs restaurant just got some price hikes!

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Disney Experts Know Why ‘Moana’ Is The 2nd Lowest Grossing Live-Action Remake Behind ‘Snow White’

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Moana is one of the most popular Disney movies of the past decade. The franchise has 1.5 billion hours streamed on Disney+, 22 million toys sold, and 26 billion music streams. The original film brought in a whopping $684 million at the worldwide box office, and its sequel crossed the $1 billion mark globally.

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But despite the Wayfinder’s popularity, the new live-action Moana has only earned $43 million at the U.S. box office in its first weekend. For reference, the animated Moana earned $56 million in its opening weekend back in 2016, not adjusted for inflation. Since Moana is one of the most popular Disney characters of the past decade, why did the live-action remake flop?

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The Biggest Snack Trends You’ll See at Disney World Restaurants in 2027

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Change has always been a constant at Walt Disney World, whether it be rides, lands, perks, or even snacks!

We love M&M’s!

The array of snack offerings at Walt Disney World is often in flux, adapting to the times and trends (giant cupcakes, anyone?) as well as to changing health guidelines. That’s likely going to continue into 2027.

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12 Nights When EPCOT Will Be CROWDED During the Food & Wine Festival

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Over the last 30+ years, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has become one of the most popular annual events at Disney World. From its drinks to its food to its merchandise, fans have come to love many elements of the fest. However, for music fans, the biggest draw is Eat to the Beat!

We’re not kidding about the crowds!

The concert series, which features world-renowned music artists performing at the America Gardens theater each night,  draws some of the festival’s largest crowds, comparable with opening night (August 27th) and closing night(November 16th). When looking at the 2026 lineup, some nights definitely seem like they’ll be more crowded than others.

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Should You Be Worried About Disney World’s Next Hotel “Upgrade”?

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Disney World has been doing a lot of retheming and refurbishments lately in the resort hotel rooms, and some guests aren’t too thrilled about the way they’re turning out.

Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

A lot of the rooms are becoming more modernized, with the theming more subtle than before. And Disney World has announced yet another hotel receiving some updates. We’re here to talk about whether or not you should be worried about staying at this newly updated resort on your next Disney vacation.

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Could Cell Coverage Soon Get Better in EPCOT? Here’s What We Know

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If you’ve ever tried to grab one of those Virtual Queues in Disney World when they were still around, or tried to do anything at a specific time, you’ve likely dealt with toggling between the free Disney World Wi-Fi and your own cell service to see which is faster. On any given day, and depending on your provider, it can change.

American Adventure Pavilion

Since we’re in the parks nearly every day reporting and sending photos and videos back to our writers and editors at home, we know firsthand how tricky it can be to get the best service and/or Wi-Fi. As it turns out, EPCOT soon may have some of the best coverage, especially in one World Showcase country, thanks to this new permit filed.

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The 4th of July Had a Surprising Effect on Disney World’s Wait Times Last Week!

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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!

So patriotic!

Disney World wait times have a reputation for being, well, unpredictable, and that’s especially true during the summer season.

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From Flight of Passage to Pirates of the Caribbean, You Can Make Your House Smell Like Disney World

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For many Walt Disney World guests, the smells of the parks and hotels are as integral to the experience as anything else! Whether it be the scent of a specific ride, the fragrance of a certain hotel, or even the intoxicating aroma of certain snack foods, these smells have a way of transporting someone right back to the Most Magical Place on Earth.

Flight of Passage Scenery

Those daydreaming about certain Disney scents don’t need to head down to Orlando to get their fix, however, as there are several products available right on Amazon that mimic some of the best Disney smells!

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We Did NOT Expect To Hear This Disney Announcement

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2026 has been a major year for the Disney Channel. Between Camp Rock 3, the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, and the just-announced Cheetah Girls movie, there are so many things to look forward to. But Disney just made another massive Disney Channel announcement that has us screaming!

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If you’re a fellow Jonatics, then you’ll be a “sucker” for this news. Disney just announced that the Jonas Brothers will host a panel at D23, Disney’s annual convention!

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4 Weeks When Disney World Hotels Will Be Empty in 2027

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We’re more than halfway through 2026, which means A LOT of people are already starting to plan their vacations for next year.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

And with planning a trip, some of the biggest questions include WHERE you’re going to go and WHEN you’re going to go. Disney World is a popular vacation spot for many families around the world, and it can get pretty pricey, especially when it comes to hotels. But I’m here to break down the best times to go and stay at a Disney World hotel, so you can beat the crowds and save some money!

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