food IS a theme park
This year the Disney Parks put out some incredible merchandise, and we heard from TONS of you who wanted to add to your souvenir collections. Whether it was a spirit jersey, a Dooney bag, or a mug, you (and we!!) were alllll about that Disney merch life.
Merchandise!
Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays
is in full swing. Guests are sipping hot cocoa, enjoying cultural storytellers in the World Showcase, and flocking to see the Candlelight Processional each night.
2018 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays
With everything at Epcot moving merrily along this holiday season, you might not think we’d have anything new to tell you about this week. But guess what? We do! Read on to hear all about turkey legs, Mickey and Minnie tea infusers, construction updates, and holiday sweets!
Remember this summer when we broke the news about these enormous milkshake-y beauties from Walt Disney World’s Beaches & Cream?
New Beaches and Cream Shakes
Well hold onto your jingle bells and your Santa hat because a Beaches & Cream milkshake has gone full-on Christmas!
The Grand Floridian Cafe in Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is known for its relatively understated decor (free of Disney characters and over-the-top styling) and its relaxing atmosphere. But there’s one thing here that’s not at all understated: the food!
Grand Floridian Cafe sign at entrance
Last fall, I shared the Lobster Thermidor and the Floridian Pancakes, both of which were fantastic, and just a couple of months ago we let you in on a little chicken-and-waffles hack.
in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs is an Indiana Jones-inspired bar where creatively-applied movie references are part of everything they do. From our first visit, we loved the cool space and the funky menu.
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar
And Jock’s not just in it for the clever names. Come the holiday season, they’re also in it for the seasonal drinks! During Halloween we loved the spooky drinks and the Poison Apple Glow Cubes that came with them. And for the Christmas season, Jock Lindsey’s offering two holiday libations.
What’s new at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World this week? We’re glad you asked!
From updated menus to holiday sale items and Guest Experience kiosks to new merchandise, Magic Kingdom has it all! Let’s take a walk through the park, shall we?
Back in September, we reported that IllumiNations, the beloved laser, water, and pyrotechnics show nightly seen on Epcot’s World Showcase Lagoon, will be replaced in the second half of 2019.
Illuminations, Reflections of Earth
And now there’s construction happening over at World Showcase Lagoon!
As the most magical – and busiest – time of the whole year approaches, the Guest Experience Team in Magic Kingdom is ready!
Guest Experience Team on Main Street
While in the park yesterday, we spotted Walt Disney World Guest Experience Team kiosks on Main Street USA and in Tomorrowland. What are these kiosks for, and how can they help you make the most of your Walt Disney World vacation over the holiday season? We’ve got the answers!
Last year, we had the Rose Gold Ears frenzy. In March, Millennial Pink Ears took over. Now, guess what’s arriving at Walt Disney World on December 26, 2018?
Potion Purple Ears © Disney
That’s right – POTION PURPLE ears!
Guess what we spotted out in Epcot and the Magic Kingdom today? Select holiday merchandise is on sale!
Epcot Christmas Tree
Even more exciting? Some of the sale merchandise includes exclusive items from Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! So what’s on sale and where can you find it? Read on to get the scoop!
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