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News! Animal Kingdom’s Party for the Planet — NOW WITH FOOD!

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You’re invited to a Party for the Planet at Animal Kingdom starting April 22nd!

Welcome to Animal Kingdom!

Welcome to Animal Kingdom!

This year’s Party will kick off as it has in the past: it will start on April 22nd, which is both Earth Day and Animal Kingdom’s anniversary. But since 2018 marks 20 YEARS of magic at Animal Kingdom, the Party for the Planet will  be BIGGER than ever before. First, there will be a special 15-minute welcome celebration in front of the Tree of Life on April 22nd with music, dancing, and Disney pals!

The event will also feature unique PhotoPass opportunities, a special limited-time Wilderness Explorers badge location, backstage experiences at Rafiki’s Planet Watch, 20th Anniversary merchandise, and more… including Party for the Planet Special Edition Dishes! These limited time offerings will include Daily Specials at food and beverage locations around the park, and we can’t wait to share more information with you here once it is released.

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Review: Disneyland’s Lunar New Year Food Booths!

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The Lunar New Year event at Disneyland is a multicultural celebration for the Year of the Dog — and it’s in full swing! The 2018 Lunar New Year events include three tasty food booths, plus the return of a nighttime water show called Hurry Home, the Lucky Wishing Wall (add your own wish!), and Mulan’s Lunar New Year Processional.

Lunar New Year Decor

Lunar New Year Decor

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Review: NEW Mardi Gras Beignets at Mint Julep Bar in Disneyland

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The Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square in Disneyland has a limited menu, and they do it so well. The Mint Juleps are refreshing (and underwent a makeover in 2017!), and the Beignets? Y’all. Yum.

Regular Mickey Beignets at Disneyland's Mint Julep Bar

Regular Mickey Beignets at Disneyland’s Mint Julep Bar

Always a tasty time at the Mint Julep Bar!

Always a tasty time at the Mint Julep Bar!

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Review: Flame Tree Barbecue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Flame Tree Barbecue

in the Discovery Island area of Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom has long been a favorite quick service spot for DFB and our readers, viewers, and followers.

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The fairly central location — just between Dinoland and the big tree — makes it convenient to most lands in this sprawling park. There’s typically lots of available seating (albeit some of it uncovered). And the food is consistently satisfying and delicious. (Plus the massive portions give us some options with regard to sharing and maximizing Disney Dining Plan credits!)

And there are so many fun details in the decor here, with brightly colored, playful animal carvings providing interest (as well as identifying different seating areas). And there’s always plenty of real wildlife around to entertain the kiddos during the meal — there are some very hungry birds around.

But birds and squirrels aside, let’s see what Flame Tree Barbecue is cooking up!

Flame Tree Barbecue Menu Sign

Flame Tree Barbecue Menu Sign

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DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too

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Hello, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing 11 things that Disney World Pros do, and you should, too!

Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom

Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom

Sure, we’ve got plenty of tips to share about dining in Disney World… things like how to book the most popular restaurants and find some cool under-the-radar places to dine. But we’ll also discuss the best times of year to visit Disney World, how to get around property, what to pack in your park bag, and more! So settle in, because we’ve got lots of info to make your next Disney World trip easier, and even more magical! [Read more…]

NEWS: Ballast Point Brewing Coming to Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District

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Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District is getting its first on-site brewery later this year with the opening of Ballast Point.

Artist rendering of bar area ©BallastPoint

Artist rendering of bar area ©BallastPoint

Based in San Diego, Ballast Point is one of the leading craft breweries in the country; and the Downtown Disney location will house a three-barrel “research and development” brewery in addition to a New American restaurant and outdoor beer garden. [Read more…]

MY NEW FAVORITE DISNEY DESSERT: Toffee Bread Pudding at House of Blues in Disney World

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I know it’s hard to believe, with so many truly delicious bread puddings available at Walt Disney World Resort (‘Ohana Bread Pudding at Polynesian Village Resort, Butterscotch Bread Pudding at Plaza Restaurant, Ger’s Bread Pudding at Raglan Road — to name a few crowd pleasers!), but we totally have a new favorite! You can find it at House of Blues in Disney Springs’ West Side!

House of Blues

House of Blues

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Start Your Disney Planning Today! Save 35% off All DFB Guide e-Book Bundles

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You know what today is? It’s the perfect day to start planning your next Walt Disney World vacation! And, to help you in your planning we’re having a FLASH SALE at the DFB Store – 35% off ALL DFB Guide Bundles!

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Use promo code BUNDLE35 and save 35% Off EVERY Bundle at the DFB Store

This sale is very limited time, so grab yours today! And since our Bundles are already super-discounted, this is like getting a discount ON TOP OF a discount!

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Review and Tips: Breakfast at Cinderella’s Royal Table in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

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We hear it again and again (and we’ve said it ourselves): Cinderella’s Royal Table is a must at least once in your Disney World vacation life.

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And most guests who’ve dined in this hard-to-book restaurant inside Cinderella Castle agree that you’re really not there for the food. But the ambiance! The princesses! The views! The whole dining experience (did we mention it’s inside the castle?!) is the draw, even if the food is… a little hit or miss.

And it’s that experience that keeps Cinderella’s Royal Table hopping — with Advance Dining Reservations (ADR) ideally being made right at the 180 day mark — 180 days before the first day of your vacation. (Learn more about making dining reservations at Disney restaurants here.)

If you do get an ADR, prepare to be dazzled by the decor and wooed by the energy in the restaurant. You definitely get the sense that you’re in a special space, and with princesses swooping in for a chat and wishing stars waving in the air, it’s a one of a kind meal.

Cinderella's Royal Table

Cinderella’s Royal Table

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News: Splitsville Opens January 29 in Disneyland!

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It’s almost time for Disneylanders to Let the Good Times Roll in the Downtown Disney District when Splitsville Luxury Lanes opens on January 29th!

Mickey and Minnie Bowling Balls at Splitsville

Mickey and Minnie Bowling Balls at Splitsville

Similar to the Splitsville in Disney Springs, the bowling and dining spot will serve classic bowling alley eats alongside not-your-typical bowling fare. So while you’ll find things like good ol’ burgers and fries and Macho Nachos on the menu…

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