food IS a theme park
It might not have gotten super cold yet, but we’re already planning our winter getaway. We’ll take a beach vacation any time of year, but there’s something special about escaping the snow flurries and pulling out the shorts and tank tops.
Mickey at Disney’s Aulani Resort
One of the best ways to escape winter while still getting your Disney fix is to go to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai’i. A new winter discount has been released, making it even easier to book your trip.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of the most well-known Disney World resorts for a reason. From the Victorian architecture, the red-roofed gables, the piano playing in the lobby, and yes, the food.
The Enchanted Rose
From quick-service mac and cheese to a Michelin-starred tasting menu, the Grand Floridian’s dining lineup covers every budget and every mood. Our DFB team has eaten our way through all seven restaurants and lounges on property more times than we can count, and today we’re ranking them from good to absolutely unmissable. Grab a snack (maybe not a Mickey waffle, you’ll want room) and let’s count down our favorites.
Here at Disney Food Blog, we always make sure to keep you informed of all the Disney and Universal news from across the world.
©Universal | UK Theme Park
So you might be aware that Universal is building an all-new theme park in the UK, and some new information was just released about this all-new experience! [Read more…]
Disney World is going through A LOT of change right now, from building new lands and hotels to refurbishing attractions and restaurants… It’s safe to say they’re doing a lot of work! And one of the places Disney is doing some refurbishment at is Saratoga Springs Resort.
Disney’s Saratoga Springs
Several restaurants at the resort have been undergoing refurbishments — the Turf Club Lounge and The Turf Club Bar & Grill. Currently, the Bar & Grill is under refurbishment through the end of September, but the Lounge recently reopened, and let’s just say that people have their thoughts.
Target has some new Disney souvenirs that we can’t wait to share with you!
©Target
You can grab all sorts of new gifts right now for yourself or a Disney fan in your life. Best of all, these souvenirs can be bought directly online, so you never need to leave your home! Let’s check out some of our favorite new offerings!
We’re still mourning Dolly Parton, and honestly, we will be for a long time. Her passing hit our team deeply, and it seems like the rest of the world agrees.
The Dolly Parton Experience
If you’re a big Dolly fan, you’ll want to mark September 25th in your calendar for a special day.
We are so excited to say that we’re getting the chance to check out the brand-new Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee!
Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel
While the hotel isn’t scheduled to officially open until September 29th, it just entered a soft opening phase yesterday, September 14th. We got the chance to be one of the first people to check out this stunning hotel, as well as see what some of the rooms look like. If you’re thinking of planning a stay here, come with us for a full room tour!
Fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas will ABSOLUTELY want to check out this NEW MagicBand!
Jack and Sally
The Disney Store is always packed with new Disney souvenirs, and we’re always excited to check out the newest MagicBands! With Halloween around the corner, it’s a perfect time to pick up this new band based on a timeless classic that works for multiple holidays!
Heading to Universal Orlando soon? You need to be aware of some big closures!
Jurassic Park River Adventure
If you check the Universal Orlando website before your trip, you’ll be able to see which rides and offerings will be closed during your visit. Right now, Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed for a while, getting some major construction. And if you’re curious what’s going on…we have a sneak peek!
Planning a Disney World vacation isn’t easy… From figuring out where to stay to planning which parks you’ll go to on certain days and grabbing those hard-to-get dining reservations, there is A LOT to do, all while planning your outfits and figuring out what to pack.
What are you packing?
When it comes to buying all of the essentials you need for your trip, some things are cheaper than others. And maybe cheap is the answer for a few things, but not everything. We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest items for your Disney World vacation, so when we came across this item, we KNEW we had to share it with you! There’s an unexpected item that’s more of a splurge, but it’s absolutely worth it for your vacation!
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