Teleporting grandmothers, water-rafting pop sensations, and retired droid DJs. Turns out the Most Magical Place on Earth also has some of the most mind-blowing secrets.
And we’re about to expose FIFTY of them TODAY – here on DFB Guide.
The 5 Most Important Genie+ Tips to Know Before You Go to Disney World
UPDATED July 24, 2024
By now you probably know that the FastPass system has been replaced with Disney Genie+in Disney World.
Disney Genie has launched!
We’ve been using Genie+ since its introduction in October 2021, and this new service can be a bit confusing! If you use it right, though, it could mean skipping a LOT of time in line in Disney World. So, if you’re considering the starting cost of $15 to hop into the Lightning Lanes, you might want to check out five of the MOST important Disney Genie tips!
REVIEW: If You’re Going to CHEAT on Mickey Waffles in Disney World…Do It With Tonga Toast
Starting your day off in Disney World with a good breakfast is so underrated.
Mornings in Magic Kingdom are magical!
Nothing beats strolling through the parks with a full stomach after a delicious meal. NOTHING. (Well, at least according to us.) And why not go for a deliciously indulgent breakfast? It’s a vacation, after all! That’s why we like trying the massive Tonga Toast from Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Resort. We’ve tried it before, but we felt like it was time to check on this tasty meal again. So keep reading to see if this breakfast option is right for you!
Grab Disney’s ‘Little Mermaid’ Vera Bradley Items Online While You Can!
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Calling all fans of The Little Mermaid! We just spotted the perfect collection for carrying around all of your whozits and whatzits!
Vera Bradley Bags
Earlier this year, we spotted the ultra-aquatic The Little Mermaid collection by Vera Bradley at Disney Springs. But if you haven’t been able to make the trip to Disney World to snag one of these thingamabobs for yourself, now’s your chance to make it part of your world — the collection has now dropped online at shopDisney!
Price Increases and Menu Changes Impact MORE Disney World Restaurants
Has your favorite Disney World restaurant seen any menu changes or price increases recently?
We just tried snacks at EPCOT’s new cafe!
It likely has! We constantly look at menu updates for Disney World restaurants. New menu items, new restaurants, price increases, and more. We work to cover all the food updates you need to know ahead of your next trip. We’ve got even more menu updates this week, so let’s get to it!
REVIEW: FOUR Filling (And Delicious) Disney World Treats for Only $6 (!!)
When you think of a specific smell at EPCOT, do you think of caramel? Well, it’s hard NOT to think of the sweet treat when you pass by Karamell-Küche in the Germany Pavilion!
Can you resist that smell?
The truth is that the smell gets us INSIDE the shop time and time again so we can eat some of our favorite snacks like the Gingerbread Salted Caramel Buttercream Cookie Sandwich or that delicious caramel popcorn or the Werthers Pumpkin Cupcake with Salted Caramel Buttercream. And, today we’re back again to see if one of their boozy caramel offerings is still worth trying!
3 Shows, a Ride, and More Will Be CLOSED In Disney World This Week
Are you visiting Disney World soon? If you’re gearing up for your next trip, be sure you’ve checked out all the closures that might be going on during your vacation!
Cinderella Castle
Disney World can change so quickly, and Cast Members and Imagineers are continually updating the rides, attractions, and hotels. To help you keep track of all the changes happening, we’ve got a full list here of everything that’s scheduled to be CLOSED in Disney World this week. [Read more…]
PHOTOS & VIDEO: A Popular Show Is Another Step Closer To “Normal” In Disney World!
Hugs are back in Disney World, and we’ve been celebrating by squeezing all our favorite characters in the parks!
Hugs are back!
With traditional meet-and-greets back in full swing, we’ve also noticed that quite a few other modified entertainment offerings are returning to “normal” too — even shows! And, while Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular is looking a little bit different right now, another popular show in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has brought something that had been missing for the past two years!
NEWS: Disney World’s Longest Golf Course Is Closing For Refurbishment Soon
While the parks are where most people are focused during their vacation, there’s actually MUCH more to do in Disney World than ride rides and eat snacks (though we could do that all day).
Disney World
For example, did you know that Disney World is actually home to FULL-SIZED golf courses? We’re talking the full 18 holes! Adding a visit to the golf course during your trip can be a great way to take a break from the parks and add a little bit of Disney to an activity that you enjoy at home. But, soon one golf course will be getting some TLC resulting in a LONG closure!
The TWO Disney World Parks You Might Want to AVOID Next Week!
With spring break mostly over and schools wrapping up before summer officially begins, we can usually anticipate that the Disney Parks will be a little less crowded this time of year. But, that has NOT been the case!
Magic Kingdom Crowds
Wait times are climbing into the triple digits almost everywhere you look, and that probably won’t change any time soon as summer quickly approaches. So, if you’re heading to Disney World next week between April 24th to 30th, make sure you keep reading to find out all the park hours and pass updates you need!
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