In collaboration with Marvel, the WNBA’s Chicago Sky will host the first ever Marvel Super Hero Day on September 3 against the New York Liberty at Wintrust Arena at 2 p.m. CT, presented by Magellan Corporation. The Marvel Super Hero Day game will be broadcast live on ESPN2. The Sky will be the first professional […]
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With the debut of the third episode of Star Wars: Ahsoka this week, Disney+ has released two additional character posters to join the lineup. What’s Happening: Two new character posters from Ahsoka were released today, featuring one new character and one well-known to Star Wars fans. First is Hera Syndulla’s newly revealed son, Jacen, played by Evan Whitten. And the […]
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To continue Jaleo by José Andrés’ 30th Celebration, Jaleo Disney Springs is hosting an intimate dinner, combining the talents of Jaleo Disney Springs’ Chef Kristoffer Anderson and Jaleo Chicago’s Chef José Dávilla, on September 5, 2023. The Details In 1993, the first Jaleo opened in Washington, DC with Chef José Andrés at its helm. 30… Read More »Jaleo Disney Springs Hosting 30th Anniversary Chef Dinner Sept 5
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Fall is my favorite time of the year, and, as we know, Disney likes to get their fall party started in August when the weather is still hotter than fire in Central Florida. Over the past few weeks, we’ve shared lots of new food and beverage items coming to the menus at numerous eateries across the parks and resorts, and today, we’re sharing the complete list of where to find all the pumpkin food and beverage items at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts.
Let’s take a look at the complete list!
Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs (Available Sept. 6 through Oct. 31)
The Ganachery in Disney Springs (Available Sept. 6 through Oct. 31)
Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs (Currently Available)
Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs (Currently Available)
World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court and End Zone Food Court (mobile order available) in Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 30)
Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available Sept. 3 through Nov. 30; mobile order available at The Artist’s Palette) in Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Mobile order available) in Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Centertown Market in Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 30; mobile order available)
Le Petit Café in Disney’s Riviera Resort (Available Sept. 3 through Nov. 25)
Primo Piatto in Disney’s Riviera Resort (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 24; mobile order available)
Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Jolly Holiday Bakery Café in Disneyland Park (Available Aug. 29 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland Park (Available Aug. 29 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Hungry Bear Restaurant in Disneyland Park (Available Aug. 29 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Hungry Bear Restaurant in Disneyland Park (Available Aug. 29 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Park (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 9; lunch and dinner only)
Wine Country Trattoria in Disney California Adventure Park (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 9)
Cappuccino Cart in Disney California Adventure Park (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Disneyland Hotel (Available Sept. 12 through Oct. 31)
Grand Californian Great Hall Cart in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 5)
Grand Californian Great Hall Cart in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa (Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 5)
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream in Disney California Adventure Park (Available Aug. 29 through Nov. 9; mobile order available)
Ballast Point Brewing Co. in Downtown Disney District (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Ballast Point Brewing Co. in Downtown Disney District (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Kayla’s Cake in Downtown Disney District (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
Naples Ristorante e Bar in Downtown Disney District (Available Sept. 1 through Oct. 31)
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One thing that we LOVE about Disney World is how many modes of transportation you can use to get around the resort.
Disney Springs
You’ve got good old reliable Disney buses, the fun Monorail, and the thrilling Skyliner. But one transportation option some guests miss out on is the boats, which are probably the most relaxing form of Disney transportation. Well, a boat transportation option between Disney Springs and some Disney hotels was temporarily suspended, but we’re happy to report that it’s officially back!
Earlier this month, the Sassagoula River Cruise Boats were temporarily suspended to and from Disney Springs. These boats run between the Springs and a few different Disney hotels, including Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside, and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter. A Cast Member informed us that the boats would be closed due to some work being done on a retaining wall by a bridge.
Boats
As of today, August 31st, those boats are back in service. We stopped by today and the sign at the edge of the pier notifying guests of the closure was gone.
No signage
We also noticed that boats were running to and from the pier regularly throughout the day. So this hotel transportation perk is officially back up and running. If you’ve never used it, we highly recommend it! It’s a great way to visit several Disney World hotels from Disney Springs, but it’s also a great way to get to Disney Springs from those hotels. It’s relaxing and scenic — what more could you want?
Boats are running again
Want to know more about Disney World transportation? We have a whole page dedicated to it! We know it can get confusing because there are often a lot of ways to get around the resort, so we hope that clears it up for you!
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Ready to Ride Sweatshirt
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Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
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We’re just going to ignore the hot weather and tell y’all that it’s fall (just work with us here).
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
Halloween is already EVERYWHERE in Disney World and Disneyland. We’ve been eating spooky treats (and we have NO regrets). We’ve shamelessly bought Halloween merchandise. Pumpkin Spice is BACK at Starbucks. Yes, the world is healing and the flavors of fall are here. Although we LOVE our pumpkin spice, there’s another flavor that also feels very autumnal.
That flavor is APPLE, and Ghirardelli in both Disney Springs and Disney California Adventure are introducing a brand-new sundae featuring it! It’s the Caramel Apple Hot Fudge Sundae, and it’s made with handmade milk hot fudge, apple filling, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a milk chocolate caramel apple square.
©Ghirardelli
This is WAY easier to eat than a Disney caramel apple, right? But you get the same flavors, so it’s all good! It’s also perfect for the hot fall days — you can cool down and at least PRETEND fall has arrived.
Halloween caramel apples
The new sundae is available RIGHT NOW, but it’s only here while supplies last, so better check it out sooner rather than later. It’s just another great fall flavor you can enjoy in both Disney World and Disneyland.
Caramel Apple Sundae
We’ll keep an eye out for more snacks in both Disney World and Disneyland, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
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Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World! We are beyond thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new guide — Halloween at Disney World: DFB’s Spook-tacular Guide!
From the thrills of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that’ll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we’ve got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks!
Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB’s Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical!
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What’s your favorite fall flavor? Let us know in the comments!
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Disney World is the most magical place on earth, right?
Magic Kingdom
Your trip should be filled with laughter, fun, and maybe even a few happy tears. However, we have seen some things at Disney World, that we wish we could unsee! Since we’re in Disney World every day, we thought we would share the cringest things we’ve seen people do at Disney World.
Unfortunately, we’ve seen guests be rude to Cast Members — this is not okay. Cast Members work hard, and they often are juggling many things at once. They are there to keep guests safe and help everyone have a great vacation. Sometimes guests might not understand why they are being asked to do something or why they cannot do something — this can cause frustration.
Cast Members
When interacting with Cast Members, be kind. They do a lot for guests and they really are the magic of Disney World. We’ve seen them create some pretty great magical moments for guests. So on your next trip, be sure to thank them for all they do.
We love Cast Members
We get it — it’s hot in Disney World, especially in the summer. We recommend packing some cooling towels with you for your trip. These can help keep you cool and allow you to be hands-free. However, our reporters have recently witnessed something disgusting happening.
The Fountains in France
Cooling towels are activated by getting them wet, and some guests have started dunking their towels in public fountains around Disney World. We have seen guests take their towel, which is covered in sweat, and put them into fountains around the parks. GROSS! Instead, use water from the restroom sinks.
Cinderella’s fountain
When you’re eating at a quick service location, you have the responsibility of cleaning up after yourself. This means you should be throwing away all trash items and picking up items around you. Unlike a table service restaurant, you will need to clean up after yourself. We have seen some guests just leave their trash, trays, and dishes lying on the table for someone else to clean up.
The Lunching Pad
There’s nothing more awkward than being behind that couple in line that is just all over each other. We get it, you’re in love, but be aware of others around you.
Mickey and Minnie
For Disney to be the most magical place on earth, sometimes guests miss that memo. We’ve seen our fair share of fighting happening in families on vacation. We’ve seen parents yell at kids, kids yelling at each other, and couples fighting. Disney World can be stressful if you let it be. Take a breath and remember you’re on vacation. You want to leave with good memories, not bad ones.
EPCOT
For whatever reason, we’ve been on rides where there’s a guest obnoxiously yelling or talking loudly. On Tower of Terror, we’ve had guests scream at the top of their lungs. It’s not a fun “wooooh” scream, it’s like from a horror film.
Tower of Terror
We’ve also seen guests talk pretty loudly on rides. Everyone wants to enjoy the ride and take it all in. That can be hard to do with others being a distraction.
Pirates of the Caribbean
On dark rides, like the Haunted Mansion, guests are specifically told not to use flash photography. Yet, we often see people still using it. This can ruin the ride for others and could cause the ride to actually temporarily pause. This is also true during some shows where the lighting is darker. At the Festival of the Lion King, guests are asked not to video with their flash on as it is dangerous to performers. Just be cautious of using your flash and follow any directions given.
Haunted Mansion
Unfortunately, resellers have become a big issue at Disney parks. When a new collection drops, we can often find resellers purchasing multiple items for the sole purpose of reselling them online at a markup. This takes away from other guests who want to purchase items for themselves. Disney has started to limit the amount of items someone can buy, which can help.
2023 Figment Popcorn Bucket
We promise that no one needs to hear you recite out loud the pre-show to Rock n Rollercoaster. For some guests, this is their first time riding the attraction or seeing the show, and having someone else talking over the recordings can be distracting. It’s great you’ve been to Disney often or maybe this is your favorite ride. Just be cautious of how loud you are and be courteous to others.
Rock ‘n Roller Coaster
In the spirit of all of these, be kind and be aware of the people around you. For more Disney tips, be sure to follow us at DFB.
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023.
What is the cringest thing you’ve witnessed at Disney World? Let us know below.
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The Disney Dining Plan is officially returning in 2024, and if you’re planning a Disney World trip for next year, you might have some questions about whether or not it’s right for you.
Cinderella Castle
The Dining Plan has gone through some updates and you can read more about those here, but we recently spotted another change that wasn’t an option for this service before. It can be a lot to keep up with, but we’re answering some burning questions you might have!
As a bit of a refresher, the Disney Dining Plan is a pre-purchased service that is added onto a Disney Vacation Package. By the time you get to Disney World, all your meals are already paid for, so you just head to a restaurant on the approved list, enjoy your meal, and scan your card.
Dining at Shiki-Sai
Recently, though, we noticed that ticketless packages with Dining Plans are now available to book for stays at Disney World beginning January 9th, 2024. Disney shared with travel agents that the change would accommodate guests who have booked back-to-back reservations at different Disney Resort Hotels by allowing them to book a room and Dining Plan without having to add tickets to the package.
Our Spread from 50s Prime Time Cafe
We weren’t totally sure how this would work, so we reached out to our friends at Small World Vacations and got some answers.
Yes. You can now add dining to a resort stay without tickets. This is helpful for guests who want to dine but already have a ticket purchased previously, parties where some of the guests have an [Annual Pass] and the others have to buy their tickets directly through Disney, or guests who are just looking to stay at the resorts and not visit the parks.
Cosmic Ray’s eats
In the past, in addition to needing reservations for a Disney World hotel to use the Dining Plan, guests also needed tickets to the parks — or a full Disney World Vacation Package. When the plan rolls out in early 2024, tickets won’t be required at all.
No. You can book a ticketless package as a standalone.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
When this update was first reported, Disney shared that this change was only for people who booked split stays at two different Disney World hotels, which meant that tickets wouldn’t be required to book the Dining Plan for the second hotel stay. But, this change doesn’t only apply to that second stay since tickets are no longer required at all.
Tickets aren’t required at all.
Disney World Theme Park Ticket Cards
We know, we know — we’ve said it three times at this point. There’s no need to worry about who needs tickets for which days and whether or not everyone in your party will qualify for the Disney Dining Plan. As long as you’re staying at a qualifying Disney World hotel, you can book it!
Thanks to our friends at Small World Vacations for answering some of our questions. If you’re looking for help booking your 2024 Disney World trip, Small World Vacations can help answer your questions and even book your entire trip for you!
If you’re considering purchasing the Dining Plan on your next vacation, then you may want to check our DFB Guide. It’s got full chapters on whether the Dining Plan is worth the cost, how to get the most out of the Dining Plan, and recommendations for those using the Dining Plan. It will really help you get the most bang for your buck!
Grab the DFB Guide!
Still have questions about the Disney Dining Plan? Check out our comprehensive FAQ here! In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more.
Will you be booking the Disney Dining Plan? Tell us in the comments!
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