food IS a theme park
Here at DFB, we spend a lot of time telling you WHAT to eat …
Kakamora Float, a DFB favorite!
… but maybe not as much time telling you WHERE to eat. So today, we’re taking a look at some unique tables you should request when dining at Disney World!
It’s HALLOWEEN TIME!
And we’re so excited about this spook-tacular time of year that we wanted to offer you a little something extra — and it’s way more TREAT than trick! We’re having a big Halloween SALE at the DFB Store!
Happy Halloween!
Well, here we are again. Today is supposed to be Tax Day, and whether you filed on time or you’re waiting until May 17th to pay Uncle Sam, one thing is for certain: we could all use a break!
Today’s the day to take that BREAK from whatever it is that you’re doing and do something more FUN — plan your next Disney World vacation!
Cinderella Castle
And since we know everyone is always trying to save some extra dough, we’re here to give you something REALLY GOOD today.
For ONE WEEK ONLY we’re offering a fantastic opportunity to SAVE MONEY (and an excuse to blow off your responsibilities and start making vacation plans)!
We see it all the time: families on vacation in Disney World making questionable decisions when it comes to their money. Vacation brain can get to the best of us, and while we’re totally down for splurging every once in a while, there’s a difference between calculated indulgences and flat-out wasteful spending!
Snack Money Pouch
Here are TEN ways you may still be totally WASTING your money in Disney World, and ways to make sure you avoid these spending pitfalls on your next vacation!
There’s a LOT to accomplish in a single day at Disney World! Between all the rides to ride, shows to see, and characters to meet, FastPass+ is an excellent way to do it all.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
With park crowds being relatively low in the morning, it may be optimal for you to make FastPass+ reservations in the late morning and early afternoon. This gives you the chance to ride some prime attractions in the morning before the lines build up, AND leaves the possibility to score MORE FastPasses later in the day.
But as you’re planning your FastPass selections, you may find that this strategy leaves little time for lunch. And keeping your energy up is critical to check all those boxes off your “to do” list!
FastPass+ sign at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
With that in mind, we have six lunch suggestions for you to consider. These lunches will get you to your FastPasses on time, while still giving you a delicious meal. We cover all four parks in this list, so let’s jump right in!
It’s Labor Day Weekend! And that means you’ve got some extra time to plan that next Disney World vacation and we’re here to help!
Cinderella Castle
Are you thinking about a Food and Wine Festival trip this fall? Or maybe a holiday extravaganza? Whatever your plans are, there’s one thing we know for sure: you need to make some plans.
And FYI — if you’re going to Disney World during Spring Break next year, you basically need to be making your dining reservations…like NOW.
Can you believe it? Seriously, it’s time to get going on those Advance Dining Reservations! And we’re going to make sure you choose the best restaurants Disney has to offer — and save some money while you’re at it — with our HUGE Labor Day Sale!
Our complete line of DFB Guide e-Books is on sale right NOW — you can save 45% off EVERY ITEM at the DFB Store, making planning for your next Disney vacation that much easier!
We’ve got a star-spangled discount this weekend for Disney food fans!
From now through Sunday, July 7th, pick up our 2013 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book for $4 off using code STARS!
This comprehensive e-Book offers over 400 pages of expert information, color photographs, advice, reviews, and details about Dining in Disney World. And don’t forget that you also get these awesome bonus items:
DFB Guide 2013 Sample Page
Pick up your copy today and be well on your way to planning your Disney World Dining this afternoon! As a downloadable PDF, the book can be read on your computer, smartphone, and tablet easily!
Remember to use code STARS for a $4 discount this weekend only!
If you’re headed to Disney World this year or early next year, our BEST DEAL can be found when you bundle for savings!
Right now, get over 40% off of four of our most popular Disney Dining Guides with the DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle.
Including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining AND all three of our DFB Snacks Guides (covering all four parks!), this bundle of e-Books will give you exclusive insider information and peace of mind that you’re getting the biggest bang for your dining dollar in Disney World.
Get more information about the DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle here!
Remember — all of our e-Books are made to be read on your computer, smartphone, AND tablet!
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A New Disney Food Blog “Mini-Series!”
I recently had the great luck to interview several Disney World Moms Panelists about their Disney dining experiences and opinions. They shared some fantastic information, and I’m excited to announce that I get to consolidate all that expertise into several blog posts for you!
Over the next few weeks, I’ll share several posts that will include tips and stories shared by the Moms Panelists. These will cover a wide range of topics, including suggested restaurants for kids of certain ages, dining alone in Disney World, and Disney World restaurants offering the biggest bang for your buck, among others!
Thanks to all of the moms (and dad) who were so generous with their time and their wonderful stories (and with their patience — I ask a LOT of questions!).
Mickey With Some 2009 Moms Panelists
But First: Last Chance To Apply for the 2010 Moms Panel Is Sunday, September 20th!
Before I leap into the first topic tomorrow, I’d like to remind everyone that Sunday is the last day to complete your 2010 Moms Panel Application. And, remember, you don’t actually have to be a mom to be on the panel… . If you’re interested in applying, just click on the link and answer three little questions.
To give you a little better feel of what it’s like to be on the panel, I asked two-year Panelist Erin F. about her experience being a “mom.”
“I was always the ‘go-to’ mom in the neighborhood for Disney planning; my husband used to joke that I should do this for a living! The first year I read about the contest, I filled out the application on a whim. It’s been a life-altering experience: going backstage, meeting incredible cast members, and finding friends on the moms panel who will be dear to me for life!”
And here’s a bit of advice from Erin about applying:
“Be yourself, and mention a niche area you know a lot about, such as traveling with food allergies or visiting with grandparents. Make yourself sound unique in some way. If you have writing, marketing, or communication experience –- demonstrate that. And always check spelling, grammar, and word usage.”
For more helpful hints on applying, check out this post with suggestions from other moms panelists. Good luck with your applications, and be sure to visit the Disney Food Blog tomorrow for the first post in the Moms Panel Mini-Series where some of the moms share their most magical Disney dining experiences!
See you tomorrow!
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