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It’s HALLOWEEN TIME!
And we’re so excited about this spook-tacular time of year that we wanted to offer you a little something extra — and it’s way more TREAT than trick! We’re having a big Halloween SALE at the DFB Store!
Happy Halloween!
UPDATED July 24, 2024
Disney Genie launched in Disney World back in October of 2021, and it has definitely brought some big changes to the parks!
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The service, which is offered through the My Disney Experience app, helps guests plan their days at Disney World in a way that hasn’t been possible through the app before. It also offers a paid service that has replaced the former free FastPass+ system — Disney Genie+. We’re here to tell you exactly how to purchase Genie+ from your phone in the easiest way possible!
Planning a Disney World trip has always been a lot of work…but planning a Disney World trip in 2021? Well, that’s a whole other can of worms.
Welcome to the most magical place on earth (kind of!)
Yes, your Disney vacation will likely still be filled with great memories and pixie dust (it is the most magical place on earth after all), but there are a few NEW problems that you may encounter when planning (and during!) your trip nowadays.
If there’s one thing you can count on seeing in Walt Disney World, it’s crowds of people!
Crowd levels in EPCOT
With the promotions Disney offers throughout the year, more people visit the parks during what was previously considered the off season. In recent years, that “off season” has seemed to become more and more elusive! While it’s never a ghost town, there are still a handful of times during the year that you’ll typically see lighter crowds at the most magical place on earth, and we’re here to tell you all about them!
We’ve been wearing MagicBands since 2013, and now they’re about to get a BIG glow-up for Disney World’s 50th anniversary!
MagicBand+
The newest generation of Disney’s MagicBand will be known as the MagicBand+, and they’re adding a ton of fun features that will contribute to the whole Disney World experience! We already shared that the new service will be making its way to Disney World, but now let’s look at some of the details.
BIG changes are coming to Disney World with the introduction of Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection.
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It can be hard to know how all these new features will fit into your Disney World vacation planning. So we did our research and came up with new tips for planning your best Disney World vacation while keeping Genie in mind! Whether you’re planning on using the Genie features or not, these tips should help you make the most of your time in the parks. [Read more…]
There are so many hotels to choose from when visiting Disney World, and there is a lot to consider in making the decision of where to stay!
Disney World hotels come in all shapes, sizes, and prices!
The perks that a hotel has to offer can really make an impact on your choice. Some hotels will have tons of perks you love, while others might be a little more “meh.” Do hotels on Disney World property have better perks than hotels off property? Today we’re breaking down the perks of onsite and offsite hotels so you can get a full picture and decide what’s best for you.
The 2021 hurricane season officially kicked off on June 1st, and with experts predicting above-average storm activity, there’s a chance that your upcoming Disney World vacation could include some inclement weather!
Rainy Animal Kingdom
If you’re heading to Disney World between now and November, you’ll need to keep this in mind as a potential factor that could impact your vacation. In order to make things a little bit easier, we’ve compiled a list of action items you should consider taking in the event that a hurricane makes its way towards Central Florida the same time as you!
Even a seasoned Disney World veteran can get surprised sometimes!
Magic Kingdom
Disney World is a constantly changing place with big news pouring in left and right and little changes to take note of too. Plus, your day might be made a little more magical by a surprising event! Here are eight surprises you WON’T expect to see in Disney World!
If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, we’re sure you’ve heard LOTS of advice, but not all advice is good advice!
Magic Kingdom
It’s all well-meaning, and most of it is solid, too! But here at DFB, we love bringing you the latest Disney World tips — it’s what we do! That means we’ve heard the good and the bad and everything in between! If you hear any of these 6 tips while you’re planning your vacation, do us a favor and don’t listen. We’ve got some better advice for you to follow instead! Then, you’ll be well on your way to crushing Disney like a pro.
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