food IS a theme park
Anyone who’s traveled by air recently will probably tell you the same thing — it’s chaotic out there!
Do you fly to Disney World?
Ahead of the 4th of July weekend, over 1,000 flights were canceled partly due to increases in staffing shortages, and airlines are trying to get ahead of the weekend demand. Experts are predicting that this weekend could set travel records — but flights continue to be canceled in high numbers.
It’s officially summertime in Disney World, and that means special events, new experiences, and of course, crowds!
Main Street, U.S.A.
There is so much to see and do throughout the parks in July — the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival kicks off on July 14th, and the beloved Harmony Barber Shop is reopening in Magic Kingdom on July 31st! If you’re heading to the parks or are thinking about making the trip, check out all the ways you can save on your Disney World trip this July!
More chaotic air travel may be on the horizon.
Are you flying into Orlando this year?
Of course, an increase in travelers is expected this 4th of July weekend. There are so many places to go for the holiday — including Disney World! But the increase in traveling is hitting at a time when flight cancelations and staffing shortages are on the rise.
It’s summertime in Disney World, and you know what that means!
Magic Kingdom
It’s HOT. And humid. And also, probably crowded! The parks are filled with guests taking their vacations in between school years, so you’ll need a special set of skills to navigate the theme parks during this time of year. And if you’re traveling soon, we want to help set your expectations properly, so we’re sharing a full crowd update on what Disney World looks like right now!
If you’re going to Disney World with young kiddos, be sure to pack your patience. Trips to the parks with little ones in tow can have stressful moments.
Baby Care Center
Of course, it’s all worth it when their face lights up at the sight of Cinderella Castle, or when they meet Mickey for the first time. That’s why we encourage you to take the kiddos…but we try and prepare you properly with things like packing lists for toddlers, lessons we’ve learned about taking a baby to the parks, and more! And, to make sure you’re bringing the right stroller for your child, we took to Facebook to ask our readers for their favorite options!
Disney World Annual Passholders are some of the most dedicated theme park fans out there!
Magic Kingdom
These fans (which also includes some of us here at DFB!) are willing to shell out hundreds or thousands each year to visit the magic, and they’re often the ones who show up for big restaurant and ride openings, merchandise drops, and special events. But recently, former Annual Passholders and wannabe Passholders have been facing a big issue — most passes aren’t on sale currently!
Disney Springs is home to so many incredible restaurants that it can be difficult to decide which one to choose during a visit!
Disney Springs
You can visit quick service spots like D-Luxe Burger for some delicious food on the go, or stop by table service restaurants like Wine Bar George or Paddlefish for a sit-down meal. Today we learned that one popular Disney Springs restaurant is closing early, so here’s what you need to know!
You’ve read all of the guidebooks, watched all of the videos, checked all of the expert sites (including DFB, of course) and yet you might still be wondering just how many days you’ll need to spend in Disney World to see and do everything you want.
Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
We totally get it — we’re in the parks every single day and sometimes it feels like we could live at Disney World and still not have time to see and do every little thing. But luckily, our years of Disney World experience have given us the tools to help you answer this very question. We’ve put together a few different options depending on what type of Disney World vacation you want to experience — let’s dive in!
Not all Disney World vacations are created equally.
Magic Kingdom
Sure, all of the attractions and dining options might generally remain the same (though things are always changing around Disney World!), and you might hug the same characters too – but at the end of the day, no two Disney World trips are the same. One of the biggest factors that can impact a trip is just how crowded the parks are on the day of your visit. This can affect everything from how long you have to wait to ride your favorite attraction, where you decide (or are forced) to eat a meal, and yes – even how much you pay for certain things. Disney World is not immune to surge pricing, but we’re giving you our best tips on how to avoid it!
It seems like things are constantly changing over at EPCOT!
EPCOT
We just saw the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction launch into action, and now we’re seeing more progress on the construction of Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana, as well as preparations for the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. And with so much going on, we popped into EPCOT to bring you the latest updates!
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