food IS a theme park
Okay, be honest, what do you think of the Disney live-action movie remakes?
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We’ve had a lot of them, for sure, with even more on the way. After the release of the live-action The Little Mermaid, we’ve got a few more on the way, including a Lilo and Stitch live-action remake and a Moana live-action remake. But how do YOU feel about this? Well, we asked you, our DFB readers, and YOU TOLD US.
So MUCH is happening in Disney World. It sometimes feels like too much to try and keep track of all the progress happening around the parks and resorts!
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Splash Mountain in Magic Kingdom is getting a makeover to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. New restaurants are being built at Disney’s BoardWalk and at Disney Springs. But we want to talk about the new Disney Vacation Club (DVC) villas coming to Disney’s Polynesian Resort, so let’s take a look at the progress on those!
Don’t go to Disney World until you’ve seen what’s going to be CLOSED at the theme parks and hotels.
Magic Kingdom
Rides, attractions, restaurants, and other things have to close occasionally as Disney updates and refurbishes them. So that you’re prepared before your upcoming trip, check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here!
It’s summertime in Disney World, and that means a lot of things.
Summer has arrived!
Crowds are picking up in the parks as more families take summer vacations, but we do our best to help you make the most of your vacations even when the parks are busy. However, if you’re looking to dine at one particular EPCOT restaurant, there’s something you need to know.
You probably read this title and wondered: “Why in the world would I want to avoid Magic Kingdom?!”
Magic Kingdom
There is so much to do in the original Disney World theme park — meet tons of characters, see the Festival of Fantasy parade, ride the brand new TRON Lightcycle / Run, and eat inside Cinderella Castle. So why are we saying that you should avoid Magic Kingdom right now? The answer is simple — a major jump in wait times.
Lucky you! Your Disney vacation is going to include tempting treats and memorable meals. To help you narrow down your dining options we have some recommendations. Previously, we’ve looked at the overall best places to dine at Disneyland. Now, we’re helping you with character dining for your trip to Disneyland Resort in California.
Minnie and Daisy!
If you have a small child in tow on your Disneyland trip, a character meal is practically a requirement. After all, most kiddos love meeting larger than life characters. But kids and adults alike can agree that meals are extra-special when they include Disney pals. And is it our imagination or does the food actually taste better too?!
Yeah, yeah, yeah, we know it’s just the beginning of summer — but who’s ready for Halloween? (Hint: it’s us!).
Halloween in Magic Kingdom (2022)
What’s not to love about Halloween? First, we get to go to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World and Oogie Boogie Bash in Disneyland. Second, we get to eat all those AMAZING Halloween treats in the parks. Third, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING. We’re also ready to get some Halloween merchandise, and lucky for us, some brand new Loungeflys are giving us ALL the spooky Halloween vibes.
It’s Pride Month, and Disney World is celebrating!
Pride mural at EPCOT
We’ve already had our share of rainbow-themed snacks, as well as seen a ton of Pride merchandise in stores. But there are some great Pride drinks in Disney World now, too, including a NEW one that you can get RIGHT NOW in Disney Springs.
Summer has officially arrived in Disney World, and, well, the crowds situation has been…a bit weird.
Are you headed to Disney World this year?
We have also seen a rise in Genie+ prices — but nothing like what we saw during Spring Break. Now that summer HAS arrived in Disney World, we’ve been keeping an eye on park pass reservations. Here’s the thing, though — we usually see park pass reservations completely sell out AT LEAST in and around the 4th of July, but this summer — well, something is different.
Staying at a Disney World hotel comes with its share of perks.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
First, there’s free overnight parking for guests, which is very important for those who drive to Disney World. Then, of course, there’s the free Disney World transportation that will take you pretty much EVERYWHERE you need to go throughout the resort. Plus, Disney World hotel guests also get access to Early Theme Park Entry. However, guests at some NON-Disney hotels can get that perk in 2024.
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