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Disney World EPCOT Lightning Lane Strategy for 2027

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In a world where money is tight and every dollar counts, do you really need Lightning Lane at EPCOT on your next trip?

Lightning Lane

When planning a Disney World vacation in 2027, there are several things to consider: When to go, where to stay, which discounts to take advantage of, and what Lightning Lane strategy to use! Each of Disney World’s theme parks requires a different strategy, including EPCOT. While Disney World’s second gate is a favorite of many Disney adults (GUILTY!), the park isn’t bursting at the seams with rides, meaning guests can be a bit more selective in how they deploy Lightning Lanes. However, that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to plan, as the park’s most popular attractions fill up FAST!

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Why Every Disney Adult Should Be RUNNING to This Event in November

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As Disney foodies, we’re living the good life! Since August, we’ve been enjoying EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, and now we get to enjoy another food and wine event for a limited time.

Let’s eat!

Have you heard of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic? It’s an event that runs from November 20th through the 21st, from 5 PM to 9 PM each day, featuring gourmet cuisine from award-winning chefs, paired with fine wines, beers, and spirits from around the world. We got the awesome chance to check it out early, and we’re taking you with us!

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NEWS: AI Parking Assistants Could Be Coming To Disney Parks

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The Disney World parks are the most magical place on earth, but before the magic can begin, you have to pull into the parking lot and park first.

EPCOT parking lot

Walt Disney Imagineering just revealed a new AI-assisted technology that could significantly change how we park at Disney and potentially automate Parking Cast Members.

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REVIEW: This Disney World Restaurant Could Really Use an Intervention

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Disney Springs is packed with food options, so no matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s something for you to try. Whether you’re craving an elevated meal at a celebrity chef-led restaurant or some of the best cookies around, Disney Springs has you covered.

Taiyaki!

We recently stopped by YeSake at Disney Springs to see if it’s as good as we remember, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it still worth a stop on your next trip to Disney World’s shopping center? Let’s find out together!

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4 New Disney Rumors Swirling This Week: What’s Real, Fake, or TBD

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The Disney rumor mill is pretty much always swirling, and we’re here to tell you what’s real, what’s fake, and what’s to be determined.

Magic Kingdom

Often, we see rumors pop up online before official announcements are made, and today we’re breaking down some of the common rumors we’ve seen this week from Disney World to Tokyo Disneyland!

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REVIEW: Your Dentist Might Not Approve, But This Disney Snack Should Be On Your List

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Have you ever thought about getting a sugar-coated, maple-drizzled Hawaiian roll on a stick from a corn dog stand? That, right there, is the fun of getting Disney food!

This looks delicious!

You know that here at DFB we’re always on the hunt for tasty eat and treats at Disneyland Resort! It doesn’t matter if it’s a big restaurant or a small snack stand, because you never know what you’ll find. Not only do we like eating the food (which we do LOVE to do), but we like letting you know of hidden snacks you’d never guess are found in certain places. So, we’re excited to tell you about this new snack!

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You Can Save BIG On Future Disney World Stays in 2027

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We’re less than two months away from 2026 coming to an end, which means we’re starting to make plans for our 2027 Disney World vacations. Crazy, right?!

Disney’s Riviera Resort

2027 is set to be a HUGE year at Disney World! Monstropolis is scheduled to open in stages at Hollywood Studios starting next year, Tropical Americas is scheduled to open at Animal Kingdom, we’re getting a new Carousel of Progress, and that’s just the beginning. There’s a lot of reason to come to Disney World next year, which is why it’s perfect that Disney just extended its Resort Future Stay offer!

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Save This Order For Your Next Disney Springs Run

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There are a LOT of restaurants to choose from around Disney World, from the theme parks and Disney Springs to the resort hotels, so how should you decide?

Sliders, YUM!

That’s where we come in! We’re here to help you plan your vacation from start to finish with tips and tricks on what to ride, where to stay, and, of course, where to eat. Today, we’re focusing on Disney Springs. We’ve put together a full meal from drinks to dessert, so you know what’s worth spending your money on! Let’s check it out!

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Why You Should Avoid EPCOT on These 3 Random Days in January

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The new year is right around the corner, and that means a new year of additions, changes, and adjustments happening all over the Disney World parks!

EPCOT Rope Drop Crowds

Some of them we won’t know about until they happen, while others we know have been in progress for years, or we’ve already gotten a heads-up that they’re on the way. If you’ve got a trip planned for Disney World in January 2027 and you know you plan on visiting EPCOT, there’s a pretty big change on THREE different days that you’ll want to keep in mind, because it absolutely WILL affect your rope drop plans.

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EVERY Disney World Character Dining Meal Ranked from WORST to BEST for 2027

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Where else can you eat breakfast with Mickey, lunch with a princess, and dinner with Pooh and pals, all in one day? Only at Disney World, where meals come with a side of character!

Mickey at Tusker House

But with so many options, picking the right one is no small feat. Buffet or plated? Classic Fab Five or rare friends you won’t find anywhere else? Is it worth the splurge, or just a cute photo op with mediocre food? We’ve done the eating (and the hugging) so you don’t have to. Here’s EVERY Disney World character meal ranked from WORST to BEST for 2027!

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