food IS a theme park
Disney World was meant to change and grow, so that means that there are constant construction projects going on.
Polynesian Village Resort
Over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, a lot has been going on: Kona Cafe got a makeover, while there’s still construction happening on the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) villas that are being built there. So let’s take a look at the latest updates!
Now that we’re officially into the holiday season in Disney World, we’re starting to see a few menu changes.
Peppermint Mocha is BACK
Last month, we had hundreds of price increases, but this month is more about new seasonal offerings (hello, winter Starbucks coffees!), as well as new holiday snacks! We’re also gearing up for the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, where we’ll get even MORE new food. But as for restaurant menus, let’s look at the changes we’re seeing this week.
Having a great Disney bag can help make your day in the parks better!
Loungeflys
There are a few essentials you want to bring into the park, but you don’t want a bag that’s too small or too big. That’s where Disney Loungefly backpacks enter the chat — most of the backpacks are the perfect size for your park essentials, so we’re constantly looking out for new ones to share with you. And now, there’s another Loungefly you should check out in Disney World!
Nowadays, there are plenty of ways to get around the Walt Disney World Resort. From buses and monorails to boats and the Skyliner, Disney offers all kinds of free transportation.
This sign brings us so much joy!
But sometimes, Disney transportation can be a bit…unpredictable, or certain circumstances may leave you considering actually paying for a ride instead. Rideshare services might be the perfect option for you, but figuring out how to use them in the parks and resorts can be confusing. So, we’ve put together 10 pro tips for using Lyft in Disney World!
In case you haven’t already heard — the holidays have officially arrived at Disney World!
Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Tree!
Festive decorations started appearing last week, and then the official marker of the season — the Magic Kingdom Christmas Tree — popped up too. But, these aren’t the only new changes we’ve spotted around the parks and resorts, so come with us to check out the biggest Disney World construction updates from this week!
Do you have a family board game night? What are some of your favorite games?
“it’s a small world” board game
Do you love Disney games? There are a lot of fun ones out there, like Villainous, the Disney Parks-themed games, and even games like Hocus Pocus Yahtzee! If you’re wanting to stock up on MORE Disney board games, though, Target has got you covered!
It’s nearly IMPOSSIBLE to keep up with all the restaurant changes in Disney World.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Dining locations have reopened in phases, and there are still some that have yet to open. We’ve also noticed the return of character meals (with hugs!) and buffets being brought back to restaurants that were temporarily made into family-style establishments. Now, a buffet is back at a popular character meal, and we stopped by to check it out!
The past few years have been challenging for the Walt Disney Company. Not only did the COVID-19 pandemic shut down every Disney Park around the world (with some still closing occasionally due to the pandemic), but it also created a need for certain health and safety policies at the parks (which have changed over the past few years), including Disney World and Disneyland.
Mask Sign
This also affected movies and TV shows, with Disney requiring certain health and safety policies for those working on those productions. Previously, Disney required COVID-19 vaccinations for those on set, but that requirement was recently changed.
It’s no secret, a trip to Disney World can be pretty pricy. But here’s why you might want to spend even more money during your time in the parks.
Rise of the Resistance
The costs of a Disney World trip can add up FAST. By the time you’ve paid for your park tickets, hotel room, transportation, food, and souvenirs, there’s a good chance that your budget may already be super tight. So, after all that, why would you want to pay even MORE money to ride an attraction? As wild as it may seem, there is a mathematical reason you might actually want to shell out more for that must-do ride.
There’s simply not enough time in the world to do everything you want to do in Disney World.
Holidays!
When you’re trying to squeeze in dining reservations, rides, Genie+ Lightning Lanes, shopping, and more – there are bound to be slow-downs and time conflicts. But there’s also a BIG problem that can happen very easily and Disney has yet to fix it.
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