food IS a theme park
STOP THE PRESSES!
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Disney just dropped a major castle-related update, and we’re FREAKING OUT. If you were a fan of the old castle, look at the Magic Kingdom; you’re going to want to book a visit soon.
We’ve done nothing but think about food and drinks all week. That’s because the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has officially kicked off, AND The Beak and Barrel in Magic Kingdom has officially opened.
Frozen Rose at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
So yeah, we’ve got food and drinks on the brain (but, really, when do we NOT have food and drinks in mind?). Well, while we’re thinking about it, we’re going through all the Disney World restaurant menu changes we spotted this week. Now, we’ll warn you, we’re a little sad that this round of updates saw one of our favorite snacks disappearing: the Peanut Butter Whoopie Pie in EPCOT.
Some exciting projects are underway in Disney World, and we can’t wait to explore them all!
Villains Land ©Disney
From the Monsters, Inc.-themed land coming to Hollywood Studios to the two new Cars attractions in Magic Kingdom, we’ve got some fun updates on the horizon for Disney fans. However, one of the most highly-anticipated offerings is the new Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom. And recently, we got some BIG news about what will be available there!
Sometimes, Disney World can feel like it’s designed to drain your wallet.
Space Mountain on-ride photo
Between the park tickets, hotel stays, dining reservations, and merch that suddenly feels like a “must-have,” it’s easy to find yourself spending way more than you expected. But every now and then, we come across a Disney hack that feels like a genuine win—and this one only set me back $29. If you love getting those fun ride photos and videos without shelling out a couple hundred dollars, this is a tip you’ll want to remember.
We’re at Destination D23, and we’re getting lots of news about the future of Disney, as well as some updates to the parks!
Carousel of Progress
During a panel, Disney made the announcement that changes are coming to a fan-favorite attraction in Magic Kingdom. After three decades, Carousel of Progress is getting an update!
Another attraction is closing for good this week in Disney World!
The Boneyard
While it may not be the most popular attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we are still sad to see it go, and we know many kids (and adults!) will miss it. We have definitely spent hours exploring this area, and we can’t believe it will soon be closed forever.
Yes, we’re still trying to get through Halloween, but when it comes to planning for Disney World, if you’ve got a holiday trip coming up, you’re probably thinking a little further ahead than spooky season.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Holiday Fireworks dessert party
That’s especially true if you have plans to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (and, yes, tickets are ON SALE NOW). Well, if you’re looking to book the Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party, we’ve got a big update: reservations open on September 3rd.
Is Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away on your must-do list for your Magic Kingdom visit? If you’ve loved nighttime parades in the past, then it definitely should be!
Mickey!
The parade has been pretty popular so far, running twice a night and drawing crowds to the point where you have to stake out a spot in advance. And if you’re hoping to watch it on your next trip, you should know that the showtimes are CHANGING.
One of the newest and most popular rides in Disney World is in the Magic Kingdom.
TRON Lightcycle / Run
Yep, TRON Lightcycle / Run is one of those rides that has notoriously high wait times, although you can purchase a Lightning Lane Single Pass to bypass the long standby lines. Well, we think the line for the ride might soon get a little longer because it will be getting an update to celebrate the upcoming release of a new movie, Tron: Ares.
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!
Magic Kingdom
With the busy summer ending, wait times are falling fast! So, knowing what the weekly average wait times are for those popular rides can make or break your upcoming trip. If you’re heading to the parks soon, we’ve got all the info you need to know! [Read more…]
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