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DFB Video: How Disney World Tricks You Into Having a Magical Good Time

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about ways Disney World tricks you into having a magical time during your vacation!

Hiding — and highlighting! — construction in the parks

We all love the escape that Disney World provides from real life… and many of the ways the parks accomplish that are pure genius! Disney utilizes some pretty cool techniques to allow for that psychological escape to all of the magic that the parks have in store. And that’s what we’re discussing in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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DFB Video: The LATEST NEWS from Disney World and Disneyland!

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Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing all the latest news from Disney World and Disneyland!

Welcome to the new Ballast Point in Disneyland Resort!

Because — let’s face it — there’s a LOT to keep track of! So if you missed the latest scoop on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, highly anticipated upcoming restaurant openings, the new Ballast Point location in Disneyland Resort, and, like, a bajillion new eats and much more, we’ve gathered it all for you here! So join us in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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Popular Merchandise Available on ShopDisney Includes Purple Potion, Danielle Nicole and Loungefly Disney Snacks Bags

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If you’ve been itching to get your hands on some of the latest Disney Parks merchandise, but your next trip to Disney World or Disneyland isn’t for a while yet, then be sure to check out ShopDisney.com.

Potion Purple!

There is a TON of Disney Parks merchandise on there, of course, and the most recent offerings include Potion Purple items such as the Potion Purple Spirit Jerseys, Potion Purple Loungefly Mini Backpacks and wallets and — naturally — the Potion Purple Minnie Mouse Ears that started it all! [Read more…]

DFB Video: Look Down! 20 Disney Easter Eggs You’ll Only Spot on the Ground

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Happy Monday to you! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re telling you to LOOK DOWN in Walt Disney World!

What Will You Find on the Paths in Toy Story Land?

Why? Because there are a TON of cool “Easter Eggs” (hidden little touches you can usually only find if you take time to look for them) on the ground all over Disney World! We’re taking you on a trip through all four parks (and even a Resort or two) to show you 20 of our favorites. We hope you’ll join us in looking down in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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DFB Video: What to Eat When You’re Tired of Sweet at Disney World

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Hope your weekend is going great so far! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and we’re talking about what to eat when you’re tired of sweet treats in Disney World!

Creamy Bacon Mac and Cheese Tots at Friar’s Nook

Whether you lean towards salty snacks in general or maybe you are just looking for some great savory suggestions, we’ve got them for you! We’re talking mac and cheese, poutine varieties, popcorn, Totchos (that’s tater tot nachos), and much more in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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Would You Spend $300 For This Gift Card?

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There are no shortage of ways to celebrate Mickey’s 90th Birthday. In fact, Magic Kingdom will be kicking off a whole new party in the park on January 18th with Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration including the new Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party.

Mickey in his 90th Birthday Celebration Costume

Another way you can mark the occasion is with the Disney Gift Card Collector’s Series honoring 90 Years of Mickey Mouse. [Read more…]

Spirit Jerseys, Loungefly Bags, Cake Pops, and More Are Popping Up in Potion Purple

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Disney World Annual Passholders are the first to see the new Potion Purple merchandise hitting the Disney Parks shelves at this evening’s Passholder Premiere Pop-Up event.

Potion Purple Display

And they’re the first to taste the new purple snacks in Magic Kingdom, all in honor of the new color trend started by the latest Potion Purple Minnie Mouse Ears! [Read more…]

More Pop-Up Shopping Experiences Coming in 2019 for Disney World Annual Passholders

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Tonight we’re attending the Potion Purple Premiere Pop-Up Event for Disney World Annual Passholders to check out some of the new purple treats that will be available for purchase to all Magic Kingdom guests tomorrow.

This celebration of the latest color craze is the first of what will be several new pop-up shopping experiences which will be replacing the monthly Super Saturdays for 2019. (So, Passholders please note that there will be no Super Saturday in Disney Springs on January 12, 2019.) These pop-up shopping opportunities will celebrate new product releases throughout the year with dates to be announced throughout 2019. [Read more…]

DFB Video: 10 Not-So-Magical Truths About Disney World

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Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and this time we’re discussing ten not-so-magical truths about Disney World.

Prepare for Rainy Days!

But guess what? We’re also sharing ways that you can avoid some of these pitfalls that you might come across during your Disney World vacation. We’ll chat about how to navigate through various crowd levels, transportation, and how to be prepared for possible bad weather. And, of course, we’ll share much more in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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DFB Video: The Best Times to Go to Disney World in 2019

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Are you considering a trip to Disney World this year? If so, we’re back with another DFB Video today and we’re sharing the best times to go to Disney World in 2019!

We’ll be able to see everything beyond this entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019

There is, after all, a lot to consider when it comes to timing with any Disney World vacation. Obviously, 2019 will bring special considerations with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in the fall in Hollywood Studios, so visiting the new land is high on the list for a lot of guests this year. But there is a lot more to think about such as crowds, weather, vacation package promotions, and various events such as the seasonal Festivals in Epcot. So there may be certain times that work better for your group over others, and we’re going to discuss them all in our latest DFB YouTube Video!
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