food IS a theme park
New lands, exciting ride updates, and top secret projects that’ve NEVER seen the light of day… until NOW.
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THESE are the BIG announcements that WE expect to come out of Disney’s HUGE News Expo coming up this year.
Yes, big rides and shows are fun at Disney World, but it’s really the little things that make everything so magical. One thing we love is “streetmosphere.”
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Streetmosphere is when there are performers throughout the parks! They usually put on small shows, interact with guests, and don’t require any waiting in line. We just caught a show in EPCOT, and we’re kinda obsessed.
We’re entering into the summer season, which means it’s about to get HOT! Having a water bottle with you at all times is important, but if you want to make sure you’re not drinking hot water that you wish were cold, you’ll want a quality bottle.
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There are tons out there, that’s for sure, so how do you find which ones are worth the cost and are actually going to hold up? Well, Stanleys have never let us down, so we’re thrilled to see there’s a new collection available at Target right now, especially because they’re perfect for the 4th of July!
TSA PreCheck, the array of membership programs that allow travelers to mostly skip long security lines and fly with less stress, has become increasingly popular in recent years, with frequent fliers flocking to certified enrollment programs such as CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos.
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However, if you’re planning on dipping your toe into the waters of PreCheck, there are some important rules you NEED to be aware of.
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Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster Starring The Muppets
We are inching closer and closer to opening a new attraction, and while it feels like I’ve been counting down for MONTHS, we are about one week away from life-changing in Hollywood Studios. Grab your band members, your most psychedelic tie-dye, and your guitars because we are moving right along!
Unpacking at a Disney World hotel should feel like the start of something great, not an immediate scramble for counter space.
BAGSMART Travel Toiletry Bag
Between multiple family members, overflowing suitcases, and a bathroom the size of a broom closet, the average hotel room can go from organized to chaotic in about ten minutes flat. The good news is that a handful of smart, affordable Amazon finds can completely change that experience, and we’ve been putting them to the test.
Things are always changing in Disney World, from rides to lands to restaurants, CHANGE is pretty much the name of the game in the parks, at the hotels, and in Disney Springs.
Drinks in Pandora
That means you’ll also find changes happening with food and drinks in Disney World, too, because restaurants are always tweaking their menus to add and remove things or change things so that they focus on seasonal ingredients. Now, we’re going to talk about the Disney World restaurant menu changes we spotted this week.
If you’re looking for your new favorite Loungefly bag, we’ve got you covered. Amazon has over 50 Disney Loungefly mini backpacks, wallets, and crossbodies on sale now!
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One of the cutest Loungefly bags we’ve seen is 50% off today, and a close second is down to 40% off. Get your new favorite Loungefly bag while it’s half off!
Yes, I voluntarily wake up at 2:30 AM to race throughout Disney World, and yes, I know I’m a problem.
Springtime Surprise 2026
It may not be everyone’s dream to participate in runDisney, which lets you sign up and race in Disney World before the parks open and get medals and meet characters, and yes, the early alarm clock is the absolute worst part, but for me, it’s a chance to compete against other racers and win an award or two. While a majority of people are not actually competing and are just enjoying being in the parks before they open and checking out some rare character meet and greets (and have a blast doing it), others train to place in the top three, and during runDisney 2026 Springtime Surprise Weekend, I placed in all three races — let’s talk about it.
Will you be visiting the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival for the first time in 2026?
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival display
Whether you’re a seasoned EPCOT Food & Wine Festival goer or new to the whole EPCOT festival game, we’re going to do our best to make sure you’re prepared. For starters, we’ll be getting you reviews for every single festival food booth, and outline all there is to see and do at the festival, too. But before we get into that, let’s talk about what you need to know if you’re going to the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival.
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