Where are our Dole Whip lovers?

Okay, we’re ALL Dole Whip lovers, aren’t we? There’s just something special about that Pineapple Swirl that always just HITS perfectly at Disney Parks. That combo of sweet and tart from the pineapple — well, it’s always THE snack to get. Yes, it’s trendy, but we would argue it’s trendy FOR GOOD REASON (it’s also a classic and never goes out of style). Well, now that trend has come to a whole new merchandise collection that you can buy online RIGHT NOW.

Yes, that’s right, your favorite treat is now the star of a new Loungefly bag, ears, and more. Let’s check out the latest Disney Eats collection!

Get the Pineapple Swirl Loungefly Mini Backpack

Look at how sweet the Dole Whip looks on the front of this backpack, which also features a fun diamond pattern in Dole Whip colors. It’s also got a pretty contrasting green trim, as well as a Dole Whip pattern interior lining. The Dole Whip on the front is also a zippered pocket.

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Buy the Pineapple Swirl Starbucks Tumbler

A Dole Whip Starbucks Tumbler? YES, PLEASE! This tumbler has a fun striped pattern in Dole Whip colors across it, as well as the Starbucks logo on one side, and the Walt Disney World logo WITH a Dole Whip on the other. SO fun.

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Get the Pineapple Swirl Ears

Show off your love for Dole Whip by wearing it on your head! These ears feature pineapple slices on the ears (TOO adorable), along with a pretty sparkly green bow with a Dole Whip in the middle.

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Buy the Pineapple Swirl Spirit Jersey

You KNEW there had to be a spirit jersey, right? This bright yellow spirit jersey with white at the bottom has the Walt Disney World logo on the front p0cket with a Dole Whip, with Walt Disney World on the back. There’s also a line of Dole Whips down the sleeve…you know, in case anyone wasn’t SURE about your love for this classic snack.

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You’ll want to head on over to The Disney Store now to grab this collection. And stay tuned to DFB for more.

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As if Disney’s official announcement of booths and menus weren’t enough already, it’s time for another round of EPCOT Food & Wine Festival news!

There’s so much to do while visiting Disney World during Food & Wine that it’s almost impossible to do in a single day! If you were already planning some downtime to unwind to the sounds of the upcoming Eat to the Beat concert series at night, you’re going to love making time for this fun activity to during during the day!

 

If you’re ready to put your eagle eyes to the test then EPCOT is the place for you! Disney has just confirmed that one of the activities we were introduced to last year, is expected to return to EPCOT for the upcoming Food & Wine Festival.

Pluto’s Pumpkin Patch is a fun scavenger hunt built for kids of all ages (and kids at heart). This game involves searching for a few of Pluto’s friends hidden on cleverly disguised and well covered pumpkins stashed around the park. You’re welcome to pick out a few pumpkins at a time while you’re strolling along or snag one of the game boards for yourself at either Creations Shop, Port of Entry, or World Traveler.

This trusty map will help you track all of the pumpkins you’ve spotted as you move along and the best part to this is there’s not true time limit so you can take multiple days to complete your board! Once you’ve finished, you’ll want to show your completed board to a Cast Member at either Port of Entry or World Traveler to claim your spooky surprise!

There are a few important details to keep in mind when planning to pick up this year’s board like:

• Valid admission for EPCOT is required. A theme park reservation may be required based on admission type
• Game board valid for redemption through November 1st, 2024, or while surprise supplies last
• Pluto Pumpkin Pursuit is subject to cancellation or change without notice including—without limitation—dates, surprises and prices
• Game boards available while supplies last
• Limit 5 game board purchases per person
• One surprise per game board

We’re also not totally certain just how much these game boards will cost this year, however, we’ll be certain to keep you informed once we’ve confirmed its pricing, however, last year’s game boards cost $9.99.

We’ll be bringing you all of the updates before, during, and after this year’s Food & Wine Festival kicks off in EPCOT. Be sure to stay tuned with us for all the latest!

OK Disney World, Why Does This Problem Even Have to Exist?

Will you be doing any of the EPCOT Food & Wine extras when attending this year’s festival? Tell us your favorites in the comments below!

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In February, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts was named in a lawsuit filed in Orange County following the death of a woman who dined at Raglan Road in Disney Springs. A man named Jeffrey Piccolo filed a 19-page lawsuit against Disney and Raglan Road after his wife, Kanokporn Tangsuan, passed away on October 5th, 2023.

The suit alleged that Piccolo, Piccolo’s mother, and Tangsuan dined at Raglan Road and informed their waiter of Tangsuan’s severe food allergies, requesting allergen-free food. Then, later that evening, Tangsuan passed away due to an allergic reaction.

Piccolo’s lawsuit states that his party questioned the waiter about menu items “to confirm whether they had allergens in them or not,” and after receiving confirmation that the food could be safely prepared,  Tangsuan suddenly passed away that night after suffering from a severe acute allergic reaction.

According to Piccolo’s lawsuit, a medical examiner determined that Kanokporn Tangsuan’s cause of death “was as a result of anaphylaxis due to elevated levels of dairy and nut in her system.” Piccolo is seeking more than $50,000 in damages under Florida’s wrongful death act, in addition to mental pain and suffering, loss of income, and funeral expenses. The suit argued that Disney did not properly teach its employees how to ensure that food indicated as “allergen-free” was safe.

Now, Disney is responding to the lawsuit. According to CNN, Disney filed court documents to attempt to dismiss the lawsuit. The reasoning? The plaintiff, Jeffrey Piccolo, signed up for a one-month trial of Disney+ in 2019. Per the terms of the Disney+ trial, users are required to arbitrate all disputes with the company. Additionally, Disney stated that Piccolo used the Walt Disney World website to buy EPCOT park tickets; therefore, Disney is shielded from a lawsuit from the estate of Piccolo’s deceased wife, Kanokporn Tangsuan.

Piccolo’s lawyer responded to Disney’s argument, claiming Disney’s argument is “preposterous,” “outrageously unreasonable and unfair,” according to CNN. He added that Disney is “explicitly seeking to bar its 150 million Disney+ subscribers from ever prosecuting a wrongful death case against it in front of a jury even if the case facts have nothing to with Disney+.”

Disney has not responded to these statements. We will continue to share updates about this developing case.

In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more.

Disney Named in Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Disneyland Paris is adding two new drone sequences to the “Disney Electrical Sky Parade” for Disney Halloween Festival and Disney Enchanted Christmas.

‘Disney Electrical Sky Parade’ Holiday Sequences

Concept art shared by Disneyland Paris on Instagram shows an orange ghost and bats above Sleeping Beauty Castle (Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant) at Disneyland Park. Two blue barren trees appear to stick up from behind the castle and more are projected on the structure.

The Christmas sequence features a projected toy drummer and presents. Two green trees made of green swirls rise from behind the castle, along with large blue snowflakes.

The images in the sky are created with light-up drones that also shoot out smoke and pyrotechnics.

The Halloween Festival at Disneyland Paris runs from October 1 through November 3. Disney Enchanted Christmas is from November 9 through January 6.

The “Disney Electrical Sky Parade,” inspired by the classic Main Street Electrical Parade, debuted in early 2024. Disney later announced its run was extended through January 6, 2025. Watch the full show below.

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Halloween Horror Nights guests can wear their favorite mascot on their shoulder thanks to a new Lil’ Boo shoulder plush.

The accessory is available at All Hallows Eve Boutique (which is currently sporting Lil’ Boo theming) in Universal Islands of Adventure. It will likely be available at other HHN merchandise locations in Universal Orlando Resort although we expect it to be popular, so don’t wait to get yours.

Lil’ Boo Shoulder Pal – $20

This version of Lil’ Boo is about the size of the palm of your hand. The character is a scared-looking jack-o’-lantern with large, sagging eyes.

The plush features textured orange fabric and a green stem.

The shoulder pal is recommended for ages 3 and up.

It’s secured thanks to a magnetic patch you place under your shirt.

The patch is orange with the Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights wordmark in black.

Lil’ Boo Keychain – $18

There is also a new plush keychain of Lil’ Boo. The plush charm is similar to the shoulder pal.

A white string runs from the plush to a metal key ring. A black lobster claw clip and a fabric strap are attached to the ring.

The strap features “Halloween Horror Nights 2024” in green and yellow letters. Grisly images of eyeballs, spiders, and internal organs surround the event name. Similar imagery is featured on other HHN 2024 merchandise.

A Lil’ Boo plush pillow is also available.

Lil’ Boo started as a prop in the Trick ‘r Treat scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights 27 but took off in popularity during Halloween Horror Nights 30, when he was used as a decoration for The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin haunted house. Since then, Lil’ Boo has been featured on various merchandise as an unofficial icon of the event.

Halloween Horror Nights 33 runs from August 30 through November 3, 2024. Get your tickets now.

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