Guests over the age of 21 visiting both Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando this summer will be able to partake in a summer tradition for the parks: free beer! What’s Happening: Both Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando are offering their guests of legal age free beer to celebrate the kick-off of the summer […]
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The walkway connecting Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has now reopened.
Disney originally stated that this path would reopen in “late spring” 2023,” which would mean a reopening before the end of June. The walkway reopened just in time to meet that deadline.
The walkway opened in late 2020, finally giving guests a direct (although long) walking path from the Grand Floridian and Polynesian Village Resort to Magic Kingdom. It can be found between boat launches and the Monorail station outside Magic Kingdom.
Along the path, guests can look out for a photo op of monorails passing.
Although it is a lengthy walk, there are several areas along the path that provide shade. Greenery in the area provides a scenic backdrop for a stroll.
The path closed in February of this year due to the ongoing refurbishment of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Crews have been working on the Sago Cay building, which is right next to the path’s entrance, but construction work seems to be nearing an end.
The temporary construction fencing near the treeline as well as the potted plant wall are signs that construction in this area isn’t complete, although the walkway is now open.
We captured a video of the walk from Magic Kingdom to Disney’s Grand Floridian when it first opened. You can check out that video below.
Reportedly, when now-former CEO Bob Chapek took over the Parks & Resorts division in 2015, he felt that the Grand Floridian was not up to standards. The comparisons to a Four Seasons didn’t befit the current state of Walt Disney World, and so it was no longer suitable as the flagship resort. But rather than shift focus to another resort hotel, the company decided to make changes.
The major overhaul of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort began with the Enchanted Rose Lounge, which replaced Mizner’s Lounge. It was given a “Beauty and the Beast” theme. Cítricos followed with a new “Mary Poppins”-inspired design. When the Grand Floridian Spa reopened in January 2022, it was revealed that it, too, had been remodeled. All the rooms of the resort are still being updated and some “Mary Poppins” theming has been added throughout guest buildings.
Narcoossee’s was closed from June 2022 to April 2023, and reopened with a revamped interior and “land and sea” menu. Read our Narcoossee’s review.
1900 Park Fare, the character dining buffet location at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, is still closed for refurbishment. The restaurant has not reopened since it closed in March 2020 with the rest of Walt Disney World Resort due to COVID-19. When physical distancing measures were still in place, 1900 Park Fare was used as overflow seating for Grand Floridian Café for a short period of time.
The Grand Floridian Resort’s lobby will also be updated in the near future.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will celebrate its 35th anniversary on July 1, 2023.
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Disney Parks is celebrating the release of “The Little Mermaid” this weekend with tasty treats and limited-time photo ops available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Disneyland Resort Treats Guests can find the new Purple Pineapple Shell Macaron, a purple macaron filled with blue pineapple buttercream and a chocolate pearl at Edelweiss Snacks in Fantasyland… Read More »‘The Little Mermaid’ Treats and Photo Ops Come to Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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If you’ve been to Disney World even once, you probably know that rain can literally happen at any given moment.
Rainy day at EPCOT
The weather can completely disrupt your day, close down rides, and probably leave you soaked and miserable by the end of the day (although we DO have some tips to prepare for the weather). But what if there is a good side to the rain? What if you could score a HUGE discount, but ONLY when it rains in Disney World?
Intrigued? Well, we didn’t make that up. For those who don’t know, Basin makes some wonderful soaps, bath bombs, bath salts, body butter, lip balms, and more. And a lot of it is even Disney-themed! You might be familiar with the Basin shop in Disney Springs (there’s one at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, too!) — it’s the perfect place to pick up some sweet-scented soaps.
Basin in Disney Springs
If you happen to visit EPCOT during a festival, you might pass by a Basin kiosk in the World Showcase. This kiosk is determined to take a rainy day and make it WAY better.
Basin kiosk in EPCOT
How? By offering a 30% discount when it rains! No, really! When it rains, you can get 30% off ANYTHING EVERYTHING in the store.
30% off EVERYTHING on rainy days
Did we mention that there’s even an Orange Bird collection here? You can get an Orange Bird Soap Shaper and Body Butter. How FUN!
Orange Bird goodies!
So the next time you’re in EPCOT on a rainy day, cheer up! Head to the Basin kiosk, which is located by the Germany Pavilion in World Showcase, and stock up on some bath and body goodies! Isn’t a rainy day the PERFECT time to treat yourself?
Stock up on a rainy day!
We’ll keep an eye out for more sales like this, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more!
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Space Mountain is one of the most ICONIC classic Disney attractions. (And it’s also one of the most back-breaking rides in Tomorrowland — free chiropractic adjustment, anyone?)
Space Mountain in Disneyland
Space Mountain has experienced its share of highs and lows (pun intended because it’s a ROLLER COASTER 
); it’s one of those attractions that’s been around for a LONG time. It initially opened in Disney World in March 1975 and later opened in Disneyland on May 27th, 1977. That means that Disneyland’s Space Mountain is turning 46 years old today, May 27th — and Disneyland is celebrating with a new souvenir and drink.
To celebrate Space Mountain’s big day, a new Space Mountain Stainless Steel Bottle is now available filled with a NEW drink (which sounds AMAZING): Passion Fruit Limeade. YUM. The bottle even comes with a Space Mountain strap to give you a hands-free carrying option.
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You can grab the bottle and drink at Alien Pizza Planet for $27.99 via mobile order, as well as at Tomorrowland Lemonade, and Galactic Grill. Fingers crossed that this beverage doesn’t give us that same sick-to-our-stomach feeling we get when we get off Space Mountain!
Alien Pizza Planet
Oh, and if you’re looking for more new snacks, be sure to stop by Downtown Disney during the month of June for some all-new treats celebrating Black Music History Month. There will also be live music and more activities!
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Summer is here and for many of us, that means vacation time! For many families, summer break is the perfect time to go to DISNEY WORLD, but you’ll need to stock up on a few things before you leave, right?
Are you going HERE for the summer?
We’ve already given you a good idea of everything you need to put on your packing list, but we’re also keeping an eye out for the best deals. So here are the five BEST Disney deals we recently found on Amazon to get you through your next Disney trip and more.
Okay, you need luggage to travel, but if you’re wanting to travel in DISNEY style, you can’t beat this fun American Tourister Minnie Loves Mickey Carry-On. It’s got Mickey and Minnie ALL over it.
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This is a hard-side piece of luggage, too, so it will protect allllll your belongings. The spinner wheels will make it a BREEZE to get through the airport. Also, it’s currently 60% off!
Y’all — it can get HOT in Florida, especially in the summer. The most important thing you can do BESIDES staying hydrated is to try and keep your body temperature down as much as possible. That’s why we’re going to recommend bringing these Cooling Towels with you. Trust us — these things are lifesavers.
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You can now get a 4-pack of these towels for 37% off. They also come in individual bags that you can just hook right onto your backpack or purse!
Keep the little ones entertained this summer with board games like The Little Mermaid Monopoly. This version of Monopoly takes you under the sea for a fun adventure with the characters and places in The Little Mermaid.
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Right now, it’s 34 percent off!
Need a nice water-friendly shoe for your travels? The Crocs x Vera Bradley Slide Sandals could be JUST what you’re looking for. Plus, we KNOW y’all love Crocs AND Vera Bradley.
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These shoes feature a fun design by Vera Bradley with the comfort of Crocs you all know and love. Oh, and they’re on sale for 50% off!
You’re going to need a good park bag if you’re hitting the parks. We like this Stitch Sling Bag that has artwork of Stitch ALL over it. There’s enough space in this bag for everything you’ll need: your phone, your wallet, your water bottle, and more.
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It can also be worn as a chest bag or shoulder bag, depending on your preference. Plus, it’s on sale!
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There is a LOT of construction going on in Disney World right now. Between the parks and the resorts, there are construction walls, cranes, and barriers all over the place!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
EPCOT has been under construction for a LONG time as it undergoes a huge transformation. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is building new DVC villas. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been doing some work, too, which impacted a walkway from the resort to Magic Kingdom. Now, we’ve got some good news!
The walkway between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Magic Kingdom officially reopened. The path initially opened in 2020 to give guests another way to travel to Magic Kingdom, but all the construction around the resort caused it to close in February 2023. Now, though, the walking path is open again. We checked it out on the Magic Kingdom side and decided to take a stroll over to the Grand Floridian.
Sign pointing to the walkway.
We followed the sign to take the walkway to the Grand Floridian. The path is nice and wide, but we wish it was a little more shaded — that Florida sun is INTENSE!
Here we go.
It’s a pretty walk, though, and something to do on a day when it’s not too hot out. You’ve got a nice view of the Seven Seas Lagoon off to the side!
It’s a pretty walk
The walk is about a mile from Magic Kingdom’s security checkpoint to the Grand Floridian Hotel. We estimate it takes about 15-20 minutes at a regular walking pace. Of course, you could just take your time and enjoy the scenery, too.
It’s a pretty walk
There are also plenty of lamps if you’re worried about walking at night — there should be plenty of light! The gate at the main bridge locks (closing the walkway) around an hour to an hour and a half after Magic Kingdom closes, so keep that in mind.
The walkway between Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has reopened! pic.twitter.com/GOhSaGheNR
— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) May 27, 2023
Of course, you don’t HAVE to walk if you don’t want to. You can still take a boat or the Monorail to Magic Kingdom if that’s what you prefer. (It would certainly save your feet the extra steps!)
We’ll keep you updated on all construction at Disney World and how that affects things around the resort, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
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Let’s face it — Walt Disney World is expensive. It’s no secret that your admission tickets to the theme parks will take up a huge chunk of your upcoming vacation budget. If you’ve recently priced admission for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and/or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you know why we’re focused today on helping each other find discounts!
Magic Kingdom!
It doesn’t matter if you are visiting Disney World for an extended trip or a few days, it’s still a costly vacation. Therefore, you should watch for Disney World Discounts offered to affinity groups, including Disney World Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, Disney Visa Cardholders, Florida Residents, Military, and more!
Beginning May 23, 2023, you can purchase a Four-Park Magic Ticket valid for admission June 1 through September 23, 2023. (Blockout dates are July 1-4 and September 1-4, 2023.) Ticket expires 7 days after first use or September 29, 2023, whichever comes first. A theme park reservation is not needed for this ticket.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
This is not really a discounted Base ticket, but it does save money for folks who plan to visit each of the four parks for one day with no hopping, since the regular 4-day Base ticket gate prices are $484.67-$673.34 for adults and $465.91-$654.31 for children. It can be purchased from Disney starting May 23, 2023.
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All regular Walt Disney World tickets, including Base, Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus tickets of 3 days or longer are $21.30 less (tax included) when purchased in advance directly from Disney online or over the phone (versus buying them at Walt Disney World ticket booths, guest services locations or Disney hotel desks).
In order to qualify for Florida Resident ticket and annual pass discounts, you have to show proof of residency such as a valid Florida driver’s license or Florida state ID card, showing a Florida address. These tickets and passes are also controlled using a biometric finger scan, to prevent them from being transferred to non-Florida residents. Disney has the system down to a science — trust us, you really can’t buy or use these tickets unless you actually live in Florida!
Disney World Theme Park Ticket Cards
For a limited time, Florida residents can buy these special 3-day and 4-day tickets, which allow you to visit for one day here and there May 16 through September 29, 2023. Blockout dates are May 26-29; July 1-4 and September 1-4, 2023. Theme park reservations are required.
You can add the Water Park & Sports, Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus options at a significant discount. Water Park & Sports add-on is $37.28, tax included. Park Hopper add-on is $42.60, tax included. Park Hopper Plus add-on is $58.58, tax included.
Active or retired US military personnel may purchase 4-Day or 5-Day Military Salute Tickets which include the Park Hopper option, and can add the Park Hopper Plus option, to be used by themselves, family members (including spouse) or friends. Blockout dates are April 2-15, 2023 and November 19-25, 2023.
No Base Ticket (without the Park Hopper option) is available with this offer.
Disney salutes the military!
Employees of large companies, major government agencies, or large membership groups like unions or professional organizations (typically those with 200-plus employees or members) may qualify to purchase discounted Disney World tickets, regardless of whether the company has any direct relationship with Disney.
Disney has in recent years cut back substantially on its corporate discounts, so in most cases the prices are no better than the prices available from resellers. But if you work for a large company, it’s worth checking just in case. Remember that most vendors add taxes and fees at the final checkout, so look at the final price, not the teaser price that they list initially.
Magic Kingdom’s Parking Entrance
Tickets are typically offered through private websites operated by various ticket suppliers such as Tickets at Work and Working Advantage, which exclusively service large organizations. A password is required to access those sites. Check with your company or organization’s benefits department to find out whether your company participates and how to get the password.
Select Walt Disney World Park Hopper passes are sold at some CAA offices. The price of Disney tickets purchased in Canada is adjusted periodically to conform to the current exchange rate, so at times it may be possible to time a purchase to benefit from a sudden change in the exchange rate.
There are two Walmarts in Kissimmee, not far from Walt Disney World, each of which offers a ticket center within the store that sells discounted multi-day Disney World tickets.
Walmart
The Walmart locations do not carry every ticket type. You have to buy the tickets in person — they will not mail them. We recommend calling ahead to confirm prices, hours, and availability.
Students, faculty and staff at University of Central Florida can purchase One Day, One Park Disney World tickets at a significantly reduced rate. There is a limit of 2 tickets per 30 days.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) and Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) is subdivided into regions, with each region having a different independent affiliated club. Each regional club offers different attraction tickets. Some offer discount Walt Disney World tickets; some don’t. Some don’t have discounts, but offer a free bonus of some kind with the order, and if that bonus has value to you, that can be worth considering.
EPCOT
Usually, you’ll find that clubs in the southeastern US, especially driving distance from Walt Disney World, are the most likely to offer discount tickets. For the very latest information, you should always call your local club or check their web site to see what they offer. Obviously, you will need to be a member of AAA to get these discounts, but in many cases, a club in one region will allow members in other regions to take advantage of their discounts. It never hurts to ask!
Most of the time, the big Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Expedia, Travelocity, Orbitz, Priceline, etc. sell Disney World tickets at full price. Every once in a while, one of them will offer a special deal on one or two tickets as a come-on, to get people to come to their site and hopefully book other things. The tickets available on sale can change from day to day (or hour to hour), but it can be worth checking these sites to see if they have a deal on the specific ticket you want.
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Universal Orlando has shared a first look at the fully uncovered Minion Land marquee, welcoming guests into the reimagined area of Universal Studios Florida. What’s Happening: The marquee for Minion Land is located just in front of the new Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast attraction, near the Betty Boop Store. 22 of your favorite Minions can be […]
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