food IS a theme park
We’ve bought tons, and we mean TONS, of Disney finds and Disney World essentials from Amazon!
Little Mermaid Owala
From shoes to cooling towels to water bottles to toys, we’ve tried all the Disney World essentials and Disney finds with thousands of reviews on Amazon. We’ve listed everything we love, so make sure to get those wallets out, because you’re not going to want to miss out on these.
It’s certainly no secret that Disney World isn’t exactly the most affordable place on Earth — that’s why we’re always on the lookout for the latest discounts, deals, and ways you can save on your trips.
Jaleo in Disney Springs
From hotel deals to free dining plan offers, happy hours, and more, we love being able to share all the ways you can still be ballin’ on a budget at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Over at Disney Springs, one of our favorite restaurants is bringing back a major dining deal — kids can eat FREE this summer! We’ve got all the details you need to know, so let’s get into it.
We cover Disney parks heavily here at DFB, but we like to keep up with news from theme parks around the world as well.
©Hershey Park
There are so many fun experiences you can check out if you’re a theme park fan, and one of them resides in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Hersheypark has been around for 120 years and has seen some significant changes during that time, but now, it’s about to close a popular ride.
When it comes to dining at the Disney World Resorts, one of the hotels at the top of the game (perhaps even the #1 choice) is Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort.
Enchanted Rose Lounge
This Monorail-area hotel is a fan-favorite for many reasons, but its dining is out of this world. From the delightful 1900 Park Fare character meal and the charming Garden View Lounge tea experience to the Michelin-starred Victoria & Albert’s, there are plenty of delicious choices. And recently, we stopped at the hotel’s Beauty and the Beast-themed lounge for a full review.
We’re big theme park fans here at DFB, which means we keep up with the major happenings at theme parks around the world.
©Kynren
So when we learned that a UK theme park was opening an entire time travel-themed park expansion, we were incredibly intrigued. Kynren: The Storied Lands – an addition to the original Kynren attraction — is opening soon. And now we know how much tickets will be!
Magic Kingdom planning used to have a familiar rhythm. You knew which rides needed your attention first, which ones could wait until the afternoon, and which ones were there for when the Orlando heat and humidity become summer villain duos in your vacation story. Well, go ahead and gently crumple that old plan.
Welcome to Magic Kingdom!
Two major Magic Kingdom attractions are back in a big way: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. And while these aren’t brand-new rides in the “cut the ribbon and sell the commemorative popcorn bucket” sense, they are new enough to mess with your strategy.
Disney World is changing all the time, and we keep up with it ALL — whether big or small.
There’s been a ranch change!
Sure, there are new rides, new lands, new experiences, and more, but we pay special attention to little changes that you might not even notice. Recently, we spotted a dining change that you might want to know about, and, as a self-proclaimed ranch aficionado, this one hurts. It looks like Disney is switching ranch dressing brands, and depending on where your loyalties lie, you might not like it.
Although our main focus is Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando when it comes to theme parks, we’ve been exploring theme parks outside of our normal comfort zone. Recently, we discovered Dollywood (and fell in love with the food), and we’re looking forward to checking out Universal Kids Resort in Texas soon.
©Six Flags
So let’s talk about another popular theme park, Six Flags Magic Mountain, which is located in Valencia, CA. Why are we talking about this park? Well, the park just opened a brand new land, and if you love old school cartoons, you’re going to love it.
These days, international travel often requires a good deal of planning in advance.
Passport
If you live in the United States of America, the U.S. Embassy websites often offer travel advisories and tips for each country, so that you know how to prepare yourself before you hop on that international flight. And with the FIFA World Cup coming up soon, the United States has released a travel advisory for Mexico.
One of Disney California Adventure’s most beloved dark rides is officially on borrowed time.
Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue!
While the attraction isn’t closing tomorrow, Disney fans now have a clearer picture of when they’ll need to plan a final ride. For guests who love visiting Monstropolis alongside Mike, Sulley, and Boo, the countdown is officially underway as Disneyland Resort continues its massive expansion efforts. Here’s what you need to know about the permanent closure timeline for Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! and what it means for the future of Disney California Adventure.
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