It’s nice to be a Disney World Annual Passholder. For one thing, you can go to Disney World as often as you want. You can score free souvenirs from time to time, like those collectible Passholder magnets. You get discounts, deals, exclusive merchandise, and so much more. Oh, and did we mention the Annual Passholder-exclusive TREATS?! Yeah, there’s a lot to enjoy as an Annual Passholder.

Recently, Disney announced a NEW Passholder-exclusive treat is available now! We headed straight to Disney World to give it a try — come along with us, and let’s get snackin’.

We stopped by Trilo-Bites at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to get the new Rafiki Wildberry and DOLE Whip Orange Float, made with DOLE Whip Orange swirled into Fanta Orange with Wildberry Syrup and topped with a White Chocolate Character Medallion. This guy is $6.49.

Now, as we mentioned earlier, only a select group of people can try this special DOLE Whip treat. This is an Annual Passholder-exclusive that is available now through September 22nd, 2024. To purchase the float, you’ll need to show your valid Annual Pass and a photo ID.

Yum! The Passholder-exclusive Rafiki Wildberry and Dole Whip Orange Float is here! pic.twitter.com/cHoXJrNVrp

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) August 14, 2024

OK, we were VERY impressed with this dessert! This may go down as one of our favorite DOLE Whip floats (it’s got the makings of a top 5 treat). The first few sips were pure heaven; there’s plenty of sweet orange flavor mixed with a tart, tangy wild berry flavor that gives the DOLE Whip the perfect amount of zing. The wild berry flavor syrup mixes with the Fanta Orange in an unexpectedly perfect way — the combination of the juicy, fruity wild berries and the sweet, citrusy orange soda is fantastic.

That said, as our treat melted, it became less exciting. Towards the end, everything blended together to a sticky, foamy mess that tasted a little syrupy. Eat this quickly for the best experience!

Despite the messy aftermath, we would order this again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a cold, tart treat on a hot summer day. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more.

EXCLUSIVE Annual Passholder Freebie and Snack Revealed for Disney World

Are you an Annual Passholder? Will you renew your pass when it expires? Let us know in the comments!

The post REVIEW: A NEW Dole Whip Treat Is Available NOW in Disney World, but There’s a Catch! first appeared on the disney food blog.

Get ready, Disney fans…BIG change is on the horizon!

If you’re still reeling with all of the announced projects at the latest D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan weekend we can’t say we blame you. So many cool and exciting announcements were made about inducting new Disney Legends, and changes to the parks and attractions, and more details were uncovered about Disney’s dive head-first into mainstream gaming. But, one big announcement was hinted at during a collaborative sing-song fast break and if you weren’t listening closely, you likely missed it!

During the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro (along with some quick wit and the gift of a song via celebs Darren Criss and Skylar Astin), announced several updates Disney parks visitors will see realized soon.

During this jaunty rendition, the opening date of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disneyland was announced as November 15th, 2024 which also happens to be right around when the holiday season will kick off at Disneyland.

However, the bigger project that was also linked to this opening also has to do with an existing land in the park. It seems that we’re getting ready to say goodbye to Critter Country as it’s set to be renamed Bayou Country when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens.

We’re constantly keeping up with the latest news, changes, and more at Disneyland and Disney World! Be sure you’re follow us for all the updates!

Is This a CLUE About the Potential Avatar Expansion at Disneyland?

What do you think of these changes coming to Disneyland? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!

The post NAME and Timeline Revealed for Disney’s Critter Country Overhaul first appeared on the disney food blog.

Are you ready to wine and dine your way around EPCOT? Well, you better be because the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is coming up soon!

The festival will run from August 29th through November 23rd and will feature a TON of food at a variety of outdoor food booths, the Eat to the Beat concert series, and more. If you’re planning on visiting the festival, and you’re looking for something fun to wear, we’ve got you covered. 

If you haven’t visited our DFB shop, you might not realize that we have a lot of fun food-related clothing that’s perfect for your Disney World trips.

Get The Go To Disney, Eat Snacks, Be Happy Tee

Well, we just dropped a brand new tee that is PERFECT for the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. By the way, in case you were wondering, this shirt that says “Go to Disney, Eat Snacks, Be Happy” is pretty much our philosophy here at DFB.

Buy This Tee

Buy the Sweatshirt

Even better is that it’s available in a variety of styles AND colors, including a sweatshirt. Now, we know, you might not need a sweatshirt if you’re attending the earlier dates of the festival, but things could get chilly towards the end of the festival!

Buy This Tee

Get the Kid’s Tee

Don’t worry — if you want to do the whole family matching tees, thing, we even carry kid’s sizes!

Buy This Tee

 

So be sure to head on over to our DFB Store to check out all our fun merchandise! While you’re at it, you might want to consider getting our DFB Food & Wine Festival Guide to help you navigate the festival.

Stay tuned to DFB for more.

Why We’re Getting Worried About the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival

What will you be wearing to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival this year? Let us know in the comments!

The post The ONLY Shirt You Need For the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Is HERE first appeared on the disney food blog.

Spooky season is almost here, and so is Halloween MERCH! 

Disney has dropped a brand-new merchandise line themed to the cult classic film – – and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween stalwart — Hocus Pocus, and Disney+ subscribers get EXCLUSIVE early access. 

Thinking about an Amazon Prime subscription? Try it for free by clicking the button below:

First up, these Adorable Hocus Pocus Ears are Perfect for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Beginning at the top — literally —  we have these Hocus Pocus Minnie ears. They come complete with a star pattern, with a cat and the moon on one ear, the Sanderson sisters on the other, and a sequined green bow right in the middle! 

SHOP HERE

Pair Your Ears With this Sanderson Sisters Tee

This faux concert tee celebrates the Sanderson Sisters “’Flying in direct from 1693” to perform live at the Town Hall Theatre’s midnight show on Friday, October 31.” The shirt features a mineral wash finish with embroidery. 

SHOP HERE

Top it Off With this Tie-Dye Hoodie 

If you’re heading to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on a chillier night, this hoodie is the perfect piece to keep you warm and safe from the spooky chill in the air. The garment features “a cartooned print of the witchly trio on front with logo across both sleeves.”

SHOP HERE

This Hocus Pin Provides the Final Piece of the Outfit

This limited pin celebrates “the bill at Town Hall Theatre’s midnight show on Friday, October 31 is filled by the sensational Sanderson Sisters of Disney’s Hocus Pocus, a truly magical act that will keep you in your seats… or else!”

SHOP HERE

Finally, this Glow-In-The-Dark Loungefly 

This bag isn’t part of the collection/available early exclusively for Disney+ members, we HAD to include it since it fits so perfectly well. 

The bag features “glow-in-the-dark details throughout, this wickedly stylish accessory features screen art of  Winifred, Mary, and Sarah Sanderson on the main compartment, while the die-cut front slip compartment features the plush face of Binx the cat. Faux fur trim, embroidered accents, and fun screen art extras like a cauldron, broomsticks, and the familiar call, ”Amuck! Amuck! Amuck!” complete the powerful spell.”

SHOP HERE

This Hocus Pocus collection is the perfect combination of apparel and accessories to wear to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party… or ANYWHERE during spooky season. Make sure you stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates and info on all things Disney shopping and more!

Looking for More Disney Essentials? Check Out Our Amazon Storefront!

The post A Souvenir Collection Exclusive to Disney+ Subscribers Just Launched Online first appeared on the disney food blog.

New glitter MagicBand+ styles are coming to Disney Parks on Thursday, August 15.

Glitter MagicBand+

Disney Parks revealed the “pixie dust” coated MagicBand+ styles on their Instagram story. One is pink while the other is silver. These are the first glittery MagicBand+ styles, although previous iterations of MagicBand have had glittery designs available.

The video was taken in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, outside of the Legends of Hollywood store, but the bands will presumably be available at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort.

MagicBand+ styles range from $34.99 to $54.99, depending on the design.

What do you think of this new MagicBand+ style? Will you be purchasing one once it becomes available? Let us know in the comments.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post New Glitter MagicBand+ Styles Coming to Disney Parks appeared first on WDW News Today.

After an initial test with Cast Members at EPCOT in February, Walt Disney World is once again testing the X-ray machines with guests this Wednesday, August 14, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

X-Ray Machine Testing

This is the first time we’ve noticed this new equipment being tested with guests; the machines are likely not ready to be fully implemented. When we entered Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Wednesday morning, the X-ray machine was not in use. We were instructed to zip up and remove our bags for scanning when we returned to the park in the afternoon.

Cast Members took our bag and dropped it through the machine, saying what color shirt our reporter had on — maybe to match the bag with its owner. We still walked through the contactless scanner holding a cup.

When we left and returned to the park later in the day, the machines were no longer in use, confirming this was just a test.

The contactless scanners were first tested and installed in 2020, replacing metal detectors and X-ray machines. Since then, most guests have been able to walk through a single machine without removing their bags. The scanners flag guests for further screening if something potentially dangerous is detected on their person or in their bag. The flagged guests then step aside to have their bags searched and to have a metal detector wand waved over them.

How do you feel about X-ray machines possibly returning for bag scanning? Let us know in the comments and on social media.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post Security Testing Guest Bag X-Ray Machines at Disney’s Animal Kingdom appeared first on WDW News Today.