We absolutely cannot wait to set sail on the Disney Treasure!

With everything that’s coming to this brand-new ship coming in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, we’re just beside ourselves with all the excitement. But before we get too far ahead of ourselves, we wanted to give you a quick rundown on the three Adults-Only spaces that will be coming to the Disney Treasure Cruse Ship. Let’s go!

As we said, we wanted to go over everything we currently know about these 3 new Adults-Only spaces that will be coming to the Disney Treasure Cruse Ship, the Haunted Mansion Parlor, the Periscope Pub, and Skipper Society, so let’s dive right in!

Haunted Mansion Parlor

About the Haunted Mansion Parlor, Disney shared, “Foolish mortals will sip spirited craft cocktails among 999 happy haunts for the first time” at this one-of-a-kind experience.

Visitors will “partake in the next chapter of the Haunted Mansion, focused on the story of a jovial captain who entered the ghostly realm after a disastrous dinner with his beloved fiancé.” A custom music piece inspired by the original attraction score has been arranged and adapted by composer Shruti Kumar for this experience!

Walt Disney Imagineering has also created “an ever-escalating anthology of illusions that immerses guests into the mysterious lore of the Haunted Mansion.” So, expect to see iconic characters from Haunted Mansion attractions around the world along with new haunts. This will be an immersive experience with a story played on 30-minute loops — and we know we’ll get to see Madame Leota and hear the Ghost Host!

It’s official! The Haunted Mansion is coming to the high seas onboard the Disney Treasure! pic.twitter.com/4UpaZ932rt

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) October 24, 2023

The style of the Haunted Mansion Parlor takes inspiration from a first-class drawing room from classic cruise liners of the golden age, plus the original attraction featuring a “nautical twist.” You’ll feel right at home with the iconic purple wallpaper and a very familiar armchair and clock.

This place is going to be immersive and have all of the details you love to see inside the Haunted Mansion attraction! pic.twitter.com/DdMzd0zmY7

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) October 24, 2023

Here’s what we know about some of the drinks that you can check out:

First up, blood orange and sour cherry flavors will harmonize in a shimmering zero-proof cocktail served in a specialty mug aptly titled, Sympathetic Libations.

The Ghoulish Delight will be an ube-flavored treat that everyone will be able to enjoy. The drink, with hints of sweetness and nuttiness, will incorporate decadent ube fudge, oat milk, and tapioca pearls in a purple concoction garnished with a gummy eyeball and ube glitter.

A spooky twist on a classic margarita, presented to guests amidst a swirl of flavored smoke, will be another signature drink at the Haunted Mansion Parlor. Topped with lemon salt foam, this tequila-based cocktail will contain a secret message, only to be revealed by black light.

Next, let’s talk about some of the merchandise that will be available and exclusive to the Disney Treasure!

The Haunted Mansion Parlor Music Box will be a keepsake inspired by the eerie music box that will play a melodic soundtrack inside the Haunted Mansion Parlor. As the rumors go, this mysterious box belonged to the captain’s bride-to-be and only opens in the presence of malevolent spirits.

Honoring the memorable grandfather clock seen in the original Disney Parks attraction, the Haunted Parlor Mantle Clock will loom over the fireplace inside the venue, instigating mysterious happenings when it strikes 13. As a part of the new merchandise collection, Disney Cruise Line guests will be able to bring home their very own mantle clock, just like the one from the parlor.

Featuring the same octopus design from the bar’s entrance onboard the Disney Treasure, the Haunted Mansion Parlor Sculpted Mug will depict an aura of intrigue and will be accented with a variety of sea life, including a hidden Mickey Mouse-shaped barnacle.

Speaking of mugs, Disney also released some concept art for specialty Tiki Mugs featuring some of the characters in the lounge! Here’s The Bride…

…and the Mariner Ghost!

These ceramic mugs will look like they are “carved from the worn wooden planks of a ghost ship,” Disney says.

The Haunted Mansion Parlor Mirror will allow guests to take home a piece of the magic, offering a ghoulish surprise to unsuspecting users when the hitchhiking ghosts mysteriously appear.

Now, let’s talk about some of the decor we’ll find in the parlor. First, we’ve got the Ghost Fish Aquarium. Legend has it was owned by a former sea captain. He was last seen headed to have dinner with his bride, but they vanished! All that remained was his hat, which was founding floating in this ghost fish aquarium.

The inspiration for this ghostly aquarium came from an idea that was originally proposed for the original Haunted Mansion attraction in Disneyland. During the ride’s development, famous Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump proposed a creative concept for a “Museum of the Weird” exhibit. While many of his initial ideas made it into the attraction, some of the concepts remained in the vault — including a mysterious aquarium, filled with ghost fish.

Rolly’s initial sketch was referenced by Imagineers working on the Disney Treasure to create this Ghost Fish Aquarium for the Haunted Mansion Parlor!

On top of all of that, Rolly Crump himself will also be honored in the parlor with a bust! There are some portraits that will hang in the Haunted Mansion Lounge. Here’s a portrait of the Captain, in his living, mortal form…

…and the Mariner Ghost. (You can also find this portrait in the Haunted Mansions at both Disney World and Tokyo Disneyland.)

Disney gave us a sneak peak at some special effects in the lounge. For example, let’s look at this portrait of The Bride dressed in her wedding gown and holding her wedding flowers. The Captain found his bride-to-be when he answered a distress call from another vessel. When he arrived she was the lone survivor of the shipwreck.

But there’s a second portrait of this beauty…and she’s changed. Is she a sea monster? A mermaid? And those flowers in her hand…were they concealing an ax?! Disney says her portrait will flicker — revealing her true essence, just like the portraits inside the Haunted Mansion attractions.

We also got our first look at the costumes that will be worn in the Haunted Mansion Parlor. As you can see, these differ from those worn at the attraction in Disney World and Disneyland. The skeleton keys are filled with Easter eggs — and you will see different versions of the keys on different Cast Members’ outfits. FUN. The best is inspired by the lining inside one of Haunted Mansion’s coffins.

Here’s a closer look at those costumes.

We can’t wait to see and learn even more about this parlor, and for sure we’ll keep you updated.

Periscope Pub

The new Periscope Pub is going to become Disney Cruise Line’s first venue inspired by the adventure of Disney’s 1954 film, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Also, there was also a Disney Parks attraction that was open at Walt Disney World from 1971 to 1994.

The atmosphere is inspired by a submarine with “19th-century steampunk influences.” There will be “a mysterious window into the mythical depths of the uncharted oceans” spanning the full ceiling!

You’ll want to head to the Periscope Pub for craft brews, light snacks, sports on the TVs, and you’ll see some nods to a certain giant squid.

Now, about the costumes for the Periscope Pub, these might look a little familiar because they’re an upscale version of the original 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea ride: note the “N” piece from the ride that was modified into a “P” for the Periscope Pub. We love this throwback.

Here’s a closer look at the costumes for Periscope Pub.

We’re keeping our eyes peeled for the latest about this pub, so you can bet we’ll keep you posted on everything we learn about it!

Skipper Society

Disney noted that the decor is inspired by the Jungle Cruise attractions at both Disney World and Disneyland. From the Disneyland ride, Imagineers gained inspiration from the “flora and fauna sprouting around Jungle Cruise,” which “gives guests the sense that they are sailing in waterways around the globe.” As a nod to this, the Skipper Society will be full of plants that are the same foliage species as those in Disneyland.

Imagineers also took inspiration from the green and red architecture of the Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom. Those colorful tones will be found throughout the lounge, especially depicted on the walls, which are painted “the exact color” to match the Jungle Cruise attraction marquee in Disney World.

You’ll want to pay close attention to the travel stickers on the vintage-style luggage behind the bar as they will represent various locations depicted inside the Jungle Cruise attraction, including that 8th wonder of the world, the Backside of Water!

Another important feature of the lounge is the music. Disney stated that “guests will hear familiar music playing in the venue, including spiels from the Jungle Cruise attractions around the world!” They said, “You’ll hear Skipper voices from across the globe and in various languages such as English, Dutch, French, Cantonese, and more.”

As always, if you’re looking to book a sailing, we recommend doing so as soon as possible and it doesn’t hurt booking out as far as you can, as well. Our friends at Small World Vacations can help you choose the perfect sailing and the perfect cruise — they specialize in Disney vacations, and their services are FREE!

In the meantime, keep it right here at DFB for all the latest!

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You know what gets a BAD rap in Disney World? The cafeteria-style quick service restaurants at the hotels!

And honestly, we can’t say we blame people for hating on them. We’ve definitely had our share of mediocre meals at the value resorts! But what about the cafeteria quick service spots at the moderate resorts? They’ve got to be at least MODERATEly better, right?! (Pun totally intended.) Well, recently I stopped by one of them to find out.

Atmosphere

For this review, I’m taking you along with me to Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter. The restaurant is located in the main building of the resort, right next to Scat Cat’s Club — Cafe.

When you first walk in, you’ll be greeted by the area with all the food counters. Here, you’ll pick out your eats and then check out before finding your seat.

They’ve got individual stands with prepackaged snacks…

…as well as bottled beverages. These are great options if you’re looking for something to grab and go.

Each of the various counters has a different type of cuisine. Check out the menu boards above each one to see what they serve. You’ll pick up a tray, order your food at the counter, and then wait for it to be made fresh.

Once you’ve got your food, stop by the checkout counter to pay for your meals. 

From there, you can choose a seat in the massive dining area. The room is themed to a Mardi Gras celebration with MASSIVE props all over the walls and ceiling!

In the center of the room, there’s a drinks and condiments station with silverware, an ice machine, various condiments…

…multiple Coca-Cola freestyle machines…

…a coffee bar, and toasters. They’ve got the whole setup out here!

The opposite side of the room has more tables, and the view of the resort out the windows is quite tranquil!

Now let’s check out that menu!

Menu

Like the other cafeteria-style restaurants, Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory has a broad menu with a variety of options. There are a few New Orleans-inspired specialties, including gumbo, jambalaya, smothered beef in gravy, and mojo chicken. But on top of that, they have a selection of burgers and chicken to appease pickier eaters.

If you’d like a sandwich, you could try options like the shrimp po’ boy or the honey barbecued pork. And of course, you can order various pizza and pasta types. 

For lighter fare, they have soups, salads, and a plant-based Korean-style burger. 

We can’t forget about the sides! They have a charcuterie option, as well as french fries, garlic bread sticks, and macaroni & cheese. 

Last but not least, we’ve got the kids’ section! There are a few different kids’ meals to choose from, like cheeseburgers, pasta, and chicken strips. 

Now it’s time to order some food!

Eats

To properly scope out the food scene, I ordered two entrees, a beverage, and a dessert. Let’s dig in!

First up, we’ve got the Mango Tea, which is $6.49 and made with black tea, coconut milk, and mango purée garnished with mango boba pearls. It was refreshing and light with a nice fruity flavor that wasn’t too sweet or overpowering, but I was definitely missing out on the boba pearls! At first glance, they seemed to be gathered at the bottom, but they were all either stuck underneath the ice or mostly busted.

For my first entree, I got the Honey Barbecued Pulled Pork Sandwich. It’s $10.79 and served with a zesty vegetable slaw and french fries.

This was probably my favorite part of the meal, surprisingly! The pork was tender and the sauce was honey-sweet. There was a decent portion of meat and the bun was nice and soft. The fries were your typical Disney fries that are best eaten fresh (they get pretty tough once they cool off, and that happens FAST).

However, perhaps the most intriguing thing was the vegetable slaw…it was PINK! It had a very tangy and vinegar-forward flavor like it was made of pickled veggies. It was a great accompaniment to the sweet barbecue pork and is served on the side, so you can eat it as a standalone or pile it on the sandwich.

For my second entree, I tried the rather interesting-sounding Beef and Fried Shrimp Burger for $14.49. It’s a beef and fried shrimp burger with Remoulade sauce. Kinda like a burger and a shrimp po’ boy had a baby!

Unfortunately, the burger patty itself was pretty bland and dry like Disney quick service burgers usually are. However, the shrimp were plump, juicy, and thoroughly battered and fried. The Remoulade sauce added some nice depth of flavor with a hint of spice, and the whole thing was partially cooled by the lettuce and tomato. One problem I ran into was that the tomato on the bottom made the bottom bun a little soggy.

Last and possibly least, it was time for dessert! I ordered the Donut Holes with chocolate sauce for $4.99. These are supposedly glazed and I was pretty excited for them, but my excitement dimmed when I saw they were prepackaged and not kept warm.

The outside of the donut holes were quite sticky, but the insides were INCREDIBLY dry. Like, I could only eat one of them and I had to smother it in chocolate sauce. The chocolate sauce was rich and smooth, but it wasn’t quite enough to save the pastry.

So how does Sassagoula fare in my book?

Overall

I’ve eaten at quite a few of these quick service food courts now, and Sassagoula stands about even with the rest of them. Typically these spots will have an entree or two that are fairly good, along with plenty of others that are mediocre or not-so-great. It’s standard food and there are lots of options to please a family with a variety of preferences.

The atmosphere is nicer than the food courts at the value resorts, but this is definitely not a destination restaurant. It’s the same basics you can get elsewhere, just with some slight twists.

Nosh or Not?

Enjoy a quick service Mardi Gras meal if…

• You’re staying at this resort and need a quick meal. If you’re staying at French Quarter and want an easy breakfast or lunch, this isn’t a bad option.
• You have a large party or a variety of tastes. There’s ample seating here and with the various food counters, there are SO many things to choose from. Much easier than smaller spots with more limited menus.

Skip the Sassagoula Floatworks and mosey to another spot if…

• You’re hoping to eat dinner. While this spot serves dinner, I would more readily recommend visiting Scat Cat’s Club — Lounge two doors down instead. That restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and more interesting (and delicious) eats.
• You’re not staying at French Quarter. There’s really no reason to go out of your way to eat here. It’s pretty similar to other food courts around Disney World.

We’ll keep you in the loop with other restaurant reviews from Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! We’ve got you covered.

Click Here to See My Review of Scat Cat’s Club — Lounge!

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Many of Disney World’s 75,000 Cast Members are represented by labor unions.

In 2023, after months of stalled negotiations, a union representing the majority of Cast Members voted on and approved a new contract with Disney World. That contract Disney World’s minimum wage to $18 per hour. But not every Cast Member you encounter in Disney World is covered by the union contract. Today, one of Disney World’s largest labor unions announced an effort to expand and cover more Disney World workers. 

Although Local 737 represents 19,000 Disney World workers, there are many subcontractors who work at Disney World locations, including workers at restaurants on Disney World property that are privately owned. These subcontractors work for 56 food and beverage locations that are not owned by Disney — many of them in Disney Springs.

According to a survey released by the union, 59 percent are part-time employees, 46 percent have no health insurance and 28 percent receive paid vacation, although the employees who are members of Local 737 all receive paid time off. The union is looking at the way its represented workers and those subcontractors are treated.

Jeremy Haicken, President of Local 737,  said there is an unacceptable difference in how Disney World union workers are treated compared to the subcontracted workers. He said that the union would fight for changes for this group of workers, including potentially having the workers join the union, which would provide them access to higher wages, and full-time jobs with access to health care, paid time off, and paid sick time.

This is a developing story, so stay tuned to DFB for more.

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The time has finally come for Agatha Harkness to grace our television screens once again!

Today is a BIG day for WandaVision fans as a new show premieres this evening on Disney+. 

Agatha All Along is NOW available to watch on Disney+! This series is a spinoff of WandaVision that follow Agatha Harkness right after the events of WandaVision.

What exactly happened at the end of WandaVision? Spoiler alert for WandaVision incoming so look away now if you haven’t seen it yet! At the end of WandaVision, Agatha has been left powerless by the Scarlet Witch. Agatha All Along follows Agatha as she works to gain allies and get her powers back.

The first TWO episodes premiere TODAY, September 18th, with more episodes coming next week. Disney recently posted a full schedule for when you can watch new episodes of Agatha All Along. 

Make sure to note that new episodes premiere at 6PM PT. We don’t want you to be disappointed when you are hopping on Disney+ at 6pm in Florida hoping for a new episode.

We are excited to see what Agatha All Along has in store for us. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney+ news!

Check out EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ this month!

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UNITE HERE Local 737 released a new report about the “second-class” job standards of Disney Springs restaurant workers who are not employed by Disney.

Second Class Workers at Disney Springs

The union wrote in their report, titled Second Class at Disney: Subcontracted Restaurant Workers at Disney Springs:

When guests at Walt Disney World interact with Cast Members, they can be confident these Disney employees have good jobs, benefits, and the rights and protections of a union contract.

When guests at Disney Springs restaurants interact with employees, they might assume that the employees work for Disney – it’s right there in the name. In fact, many of them are NOT Disney employees. They are employees of the subcontractors who operate 56 of the restaurants, bars, and other food service venues in Disney Springs.

Many of these Disney Springs restaurant workers do not receive important benefits, including health insurance,
paid vacation time and paid sick days.

They surveyed 69 workers at the following 18 third-party Disney Springs locations. These locations employ approximately 960 workers in total.

• Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
• Enzo’s Hideaway
• Gideon’s Bakehouse
• Haagen-Dazs
• Jaleo
• Maria and Enzo’s
• Morimoto Asia
• Paradiso 37
• Pizza Ponte
• Rainforest Café
• STK Steakhouse
• Summer House on the Lake
• The Boathouse
• The Edison
• Vivoli il Gelato
• Wetzel’s Pretzels
• Wine Bar George
• Yesake

They found that 59% of subcontracted Disney Springs restaurant workers are part-time vs. only 31% of the 18,000 Disney employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 737.

46% of the Disney Springs workers have no health insurance and only 19% have health insurance through their jobs. On the other hand, 69% of Disney employees are full-time and are eligible for Union-negotiated health insurance (the Cast Members may choose a different health insurance).

All Disney employees receive paid sick time and 69% receive paid vacation time. Only 28% of the surveyed subcontractor employees receive sick time and 28% receive paid vacation time.

The report comes a few months after Patina Restaurant Group employees of Disney Springs announced their intention to unionize. They also referred to their working conditions as “second-class.” At Disney Springs, Patina operates Morimoto Asia, The Edison, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway, and Pizza Ponte.

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Happy Pin Tuesday! Today was a humid busy day at EPCOT. I found some new pins, The Seas is giving out new educational pamphlets, and of course, got a tiny village drama update.

Monorail Silver

Lately, I start my days at EPCOT by riding the monorail to take a peek at the Test Track refurbishment. Today, I got a “private” cabin aboard the Monorail Silver… well, a solo ride to the Transportation and Ticket Center.

Test Track Refurbishment

As I rode by Test Track, I saw that not much has changed since our last reported update. There is still a giant mud hole at the ride’s entrance, but more supplies and equipment have been staged there. Stay tuned to our website for more in-depth updates.

EPCOT Day

There were more people here today than on my visit last week. It’s hard to know why, other than that the weather has been humid while temperatures stayed in the lower 90s and high 80s. For a warm Florida day, it’s manageable, rather than the 98-101-degree days we had in July and August.

Pin Tuesday

HAPPY PIN TUESDAY! There were three limited edition pins released in the parks today. I found these two pins at Pin Traders – Camera Center in EPCOT. I have loved seeing the Bicoastal Adventures collection roll out, the Dumbo pin is my favorite. Let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below.

• Bicoastal Adventures – Dumbo The Flying Elephant
  • Limited Edition of 4000
  • Cost $19.99
• Character Scoops – Chip ‘n’ Dale and Donald Duck
  • Limited Edition of 4000
  • Cost: $19.99
• Alley Bowlers – Vanellope and Ralph
  • Limited Edition of 2000
  • Cost: 19.99

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

This is one of my favorite photo spots in EPCOT. I think it’s fun not only having the icon of the attraction, the Starblaster ship of the Xandarian Nova Corps, front and center but also Spaceship Earth, the icon of EPCOT. I’m not sure Guardians was worth the cost of losing the Universe of Energy with Bill Nye in EPCOT, but the ride is cool.

Moana Meet & Greet Queue

Today I noticed that Moana’s queue had moved toward the gray gate rather than down the path from the entrance of the park. Cast Members used to set up stanchions splitting the walkway in half, creating a tight path for the guests passing in opposite directions. I think this is a positive change for guest flow and prevents confusion.

The Seas – Seafood Watch Pamphlet

I can’t get into to many details about The Seas, as they have recently rehomed some of our friends and I am too upset. Today, they did have a Seafood Watch pamphlet from Monterey Bay Aquarium. The inside tells you which seafood options are best for the environment and which to avoid. The back offers some more information and a QR code to their website for even more information.

Side Note: If you haven’t discovered the Monterey Bay Aquarium Live Cams, I cannot recommend them enough — it’s the perfect fix if you can’t run out to your nearest aquarium. It’s also very relaxing. My favorites to just have on are the jellyfish, the sea otters, and the sharks.

DVC Lounge in ImageWorks

I have been told yet again that the Disney Vacation Club EPCOT Lounge at ImageWorks is still closed as we all patiently wait… Stay tuned to our website for when the lounge does reopen. Hopefully it will reopen before the Spaceship Earth lounge debuts for regular guests, well, those lucky enough to get a reservation.

Pooh Lug Bags Restocked

In the United Kingdom Pavilion, I saw that in The Toy Soldier shop, near the back of the pavilion, they have restocked the small Pooh Lug bags and Lug backpacks. I love these smaller Lug bags for my quick trips to the park, and yes, I do already own a Pooh Lug.

Alice Meet & Greet

It was early enough in the day that Alice was still meeting in the tea garden. There was once a tree here that kept her shaded, but it was removed. Now she moves closer to the lagoon in the afternoon, similar to Belle in France, to keep cool during her greetings.

Crêpes à Emporter Menu

Silly reporter moment… There is nothing new on the menu at Crêpes à Emporter, but the menu itself has been changed. There is no protective glass or plastic on the already plastic menu inside the box. However, after years of the elements and people physically touching the menu, it starts to wear down.

It was nice to see that they noticed this small detail and had the menu reprinted rather than waiting for something to change before replacing it.

Mitsukoshi Bag

In the Japan pavilion, I noticed that Mitsukoshi is selling their own name-branded reusable bag for $6.50. Might be handy if you’re walking out of there with far too many souvenirs… like me.

Tiny Village Drama Update

In this week’s episode of the Tiny Village Drama in the Germany pavilion, there’s not too much that’s changed. Another human was spotted in the village helping to repair a train track. They were able to have the train running in less than five minutes; if only that were true in real-sized life.

Our tiny friend still patiently waits for aid atop the tower with no railing. There seems to have been a fire at the local pump station — no injuries but a doctor was standing by. At the church, the wait for the bride’s arrival continues…

If you missed my last update, you can catch up with my previous photo report from EPCOT.

Cuckoo Clocks in the Germany Pavilion

Someone has bought all the large cuckoo clocks in the Germany pavilion. Only a few of the smaller ones remain on the far right wall. It makes the space a lot quieter and the empty walls certainly don’t help. I’m excited for whoever bought those authentic clocks but eagerly await a restock. I have an internal debate almost every EPCOT trip about not purchasing the smaller $100 range clocks.

Natti’s Last Day in the International College Program

Natti is a Cast Member in the Germany pavilion, and today was her last day of the International College Program. Everyone was celebrating by wearing a customary “I’m Celebrating” button. If you didn’t know, there are many different kinds of celebratory buttons that are totally free at the parks. There are basic ones that a Cast Member can fill out for you, or more specific ones like Happy Birthday buttons, Anniversary buttons, Just Engaged, etc.

Unfortunately, I do lose my eyes on the Oktoberfest ear heaband Disneyland already has that matches our Oktoberfest collection.

Plastic Covers on Merchandise

I spotted these plastic covers over the shoulders of shirts for sale at the festival kiosk. Maybe it helps buffer the damage from the rain? You don’t get to keep the cover if you buy one of the shirts, though.

Green Tea with Honey from the China Pavilion

I ran out of water and stamina in the China pavilion, so I picked up one of the Green Tea Honey drinks from the stand inside for just under $5. It was pretty good and I would get it again if my boss, Nana, hadn’t already told me that I had to get my pick me ups from the Japan pavilion next time.

Often, when people think of EPCOT, they think of alcohol and drinking around the World Showcase. But each pavilion also features snacks and prepacked drinks that you can try as well, if you’re looking for a sober alternative.

FREE Brew Wing Lab Buttons and Sticker!!!

At the Odyssey pavilion, Cast Members were passing out free buttons and stickers for the Brew-Wing Lab as part of the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. These were not all that they had to offer, but they only give out certain freebies at certain times, so I’ve been told. Let me know if you are able to collect any for yourself in the comments below!

Side Note: The photo op still is not back, and I’m not sure it will come back…

What was your favorite moment of the day in EPCOT? Do you have a favorite character you meet in EPCOT? Let me know in the comments below.

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