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Disney World’s Hotel Cast Members are renowned for their excellent customer service and helpful disposition. However, just under the surface, there are some things they’re often biting their tongues to stop from saying.
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From dining to luggage to check-in and check-out issues, Disney Hotel Cast Members are often dealing with situations that they have no control over, though some guests simply ignore that. These are some of the thoughts running through their heads.
January was PACKED with so much Disney news that it can be difficult to pick out the biggest announcement!
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We got so many updates, ranging from major closures to summer Disney World deals and special offerings. With that said, the announcement revolving around the RETURN of a beloved hotel restaurant experience literally took our breath away! Pull up a chair, grab a pastry, and get ready for some major Disney dining news — we’re spilling the tea on the long-awaited return of the Garden View Lounge — Tea Room Experience!
A HUGE celebration is coming to Disney California Adventure. This park’s 25th anniversary will bring a ton of new and returning experiences we can’t wait to check out!
Soarin’ Over California at Disney California Adventure
But we might be most excited about a ride change that’s starting THIS WEEK! That’s right, Soarin’ Over California is returning to Disney California Adventure, and it all starts on February 6th.
If you’ve ever wanted the best sleep of your life on a plane or train, we have the best new gadget for you. We admit, it looks a bit silly, but this neck pillow will change your travel game forever!
Let’s fly!
Sure, you’ll have to deal with some odd looks and maybe even some laughs, but you’ll be having the last laugh when you’re all cozy on your next flight!
If you felt a shift in the Force, you’re not imagining things. Some MASSIVE changes are hitting Disneyland at hyperspeed!
Galaxy’s Edge
Disney sent shockwaves throughout the galaxy when it announced that Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge land is changing up its theming! Beginning April 29th, 2026, Galaxy’s Edge is getting a timeline reset to include more Star Wars eras — expanding the land’s offerings in a way we’ve never seen! There are a ton of new features and offerings coming to the land, so let’s get into the nitty-gritty.
Animal Kingdom is the name on everybody’s lips today! DinoLand U.S.A. is closed, and the park has a new map to match the direction the park is headed in.
It’s reopened!
To help ease the burden created by the loss of Restaurantosaurus, Disney has revamped Harambe Market and its menu. The quick service, which was originally slated to reopen in March before it got a new February date, has reopened EVEN EARLIER than we thought! We’re bringing you along with us to check out the reopened spot, AND its new menu.
A major shift is coming to Disney Springs, and it’s being led by one of Orlando’s most beloved local restaurants.
Disney Springs!
Gideon’s Bakehouse, famous for its half-pound cookies and gothic aesthetic, is opening an entirely new restaurant concept in Disney Springs, just a few doors down from its original Bakehouse location. Set to open mid-year, it is named Six Ravens. Instead of sweets, it will feature an all-new savory-focused menu, marking the first time Gideon’s has expanded beyond its signature bakehouse concept and signaling a larger trend reshaping Orlando’s restaurant scene.
Public health officials are warning of potential exposure to measles at Disneyland Resort, the Orange County Register has reported.
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and other Southern California locations have also seen potential exposure, which has been linked to an international traveler. An airplane passenger who was infected with measles passed through LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal on January 26th and traveled throughout Southern California.
We’re all unabashedly Disney Adults here at Disney Food Blog. We’re at the Disney parks every single day, and when we’re at home, we’re wishing we were at Disney!
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These are our nine favorite items that we think every Disney adult needs. The first five items are our park essentials for your next magical vacation, and the last four are our favorite home items to keep our park hangover at bay. They’re all available on Amazon, so you can get them delivered to your door within 48 hours with Prime. Happy shopping!
Oga’s Cantina at Disneyland has been undergoing changes recently — but it looks like those changes might be coming to fruition soon.
Oga’s Cantina
This Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge bar is a popular spot — despite being a hive of scum and villainy — but it has been closed since January 20th, 2026, with no reopening date in sight. Disney didn’t share much about the closure, but now, it looks like Oga’s Cantina will be reopening soon.
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