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Le Cellier, Nine Dragons, and 21 MORE Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week

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It’s another spooky week in Disney World, celebrating all things Halloween, as well as all things EPCOT Food & Wine Festival.

Tacos at La Hacienda de San Angel

We were recently reunited with one of our favorite Halloween treats, We also got a chance to try out the Pumpkin Butter Cocktail at Narcoossee’s (y’all, we’ve been talking about that one for DAYS). Disney also released a massive list of new foods coming to Disney World for Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month — and our tummies are READY! In the meantime, we’ve been keeping an eye on those Disney World restaurant menus, as we do, and we’ve noticed a few changes. 

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REVIEW: Why Is No One Talking About the GIGANTIC Pretzels Hiding in a Disney World Hotel?!

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BIG pretzels? A bright, sunny dining room? Warm, savory snacks? We’re IN. You coming?

Let’s eat!

We’ve been on a mission to visit some of those “off the beaten path” restaurants in Disney World, and today, we’re headed to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort! You’ll find some fun spots to eat around this hotel, like Barcelona Lounge and Siesta’s Cantina Pool Bar. But this time, we’re headed to the quick-service location at this big resort. Is this spot worth visiting? Let’s find out!

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Gaston’s Tavern, Columbia Harbour House and 17 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week

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Summer is in full swing in Disney World, and so is the heat, humidity, and rain!

Tropical Ube Cocktail

But that hasn’t stopped us from hunting down new food, like a S’mores Shake that annoyed us because marshmallows kept getting stuck in our straw (still delicious, though). We also checked out some new food in EPCOT. We even mourned the loss of a beloved snack (why do you do this to us, Disney?!?!?!). While all that was going on, we kept an eye on Disney World restaurant menus, and, well, we’ve got more menu changes to tell you about this week.

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Did You Know About This Secret Spot to Get Dole Whip in Disney World?

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It is one of the iconic treats of the Disney parks, and now you can get it in so many varieties. You can get it in the classic cup, in a float, on top of a cake, or even in a bathtub (!).

We love Dole Whip!

We love when we find new places to grab the iconic Dole Whip treat, and we are sharing a secret spot you can grab this treat!

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WARNING: 13 Disney World Restaurants Changed Their Menus This Week

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What a week in Disney World!!!

Orange Bird Liege Waffle

We have made our way ALL over EPCOT to enjoy the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival (and all that glorious food!). We’re also gearing up to eat a TON of special Easter snacks in Disney World. However, we have been keeping an eye on Disney World restaurant menus and have noticed some changes we want to tell you about.

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Caribbean Beach vs. Coronado Springs Disney World Resort Guide 2023

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A truly fun part of planning a Walt Disney World vacation is picking which resort hotel you want to stay in! Then again, the choice can also cause of a bit of stress. After all, accommodations are a major part of your vacation expenses. And with OODLES of options to choose from, how do you know which one is the best fit for your traveling group?

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Perhaps you’re trying to decide between two options that look fairly similar at a glance, but a deeper dive into each might help you feel more certain about which one you’re leaning towards. That’s the approach we’re taking today as we compare Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort! [Read more…]

Saratoga Springs vs. Coronado Springs Disney World Resort Guide 2023

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Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be complicated — especially when you’re trying to choose between 25 resort hotels. If you’ve narrowed down your choices to these hotels, how do you make your final selection?

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort

Well, we’re here to walk you through the differences between Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa.

Whether room size, location, pools, and/or restaurants are most important to you, we share the information that you’ll need to make an informed decision. After all, we want you to stay at the hotel that is best for your family!

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The Best (and Worst) Disney World Hotel Restaurants

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Updated on August 1st, 2024

When choosing a Walt Disney World resort for your vacation, many families take into the account the onsite restaurants and their menus. Some guests simply like to escape to a resort for a mid-day meal or evening dinner. With dozens of restaurants located at Disney World’s hotels, you may also be missing out on some hidden gems without even realizing it!

The main cheese!

If you are trying to determine where to dine, we’ve got the details on the best and worst Disney World hotel restaurants.

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The Complete Guide to Eating at Disney’s Coronado Springs

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When it comes to good eats at Disney World resorts, most guests probably think of deluxe hotels like Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort.

Don’t underestimate dining at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Perhaps that’s why Disney’s Coronado Springs, a moderate resort, often gets overlooked when it comes to food. But we’re here to tell you — don’t sleep on dining here because there are some great eats. We’re going to break down all the dining options at Coronado Springs (and there are A LOT) and give you some ideas of what to order at each one!

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Every Single Price Increase and Menu Change That Hit Disney World Restaurants in April

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April is over and to quote Mickey, “OH, BOY!” It was certainly a busy month in Disney World — at least when it comes to eating and drinking (something that we LOVE to do!).

New snack at a NEW restaurant!

With festive treats to celebrate Easter and Halfway to Halloween to price increases on several iconic snacks, there was already a lot to keep track of. But then Disney surprised us and opened up a BRAND NEW restaurant in EPCOT, Connections Cafe and Eatery. We’ve got a lot of menu updates to cover — so let’s get right to it!

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