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What to do First When Arriving at Walt Disney World

The iconic Disney castle with blue spires rises behind the Sword in the Stone in Magic Kingdom’s fantasy-themed park area.

You’ve just arrived in Walt Disney World, and you’re chomping at the bit to start your vacation. But what to do first?   We don’t want Guests to be paralyzed with indecision, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the things we like to do on our first day on property. Your priorities may be different, but these suggestions may ...

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Changes at Explorer’s Club Restaurant at Hong Kong Disneyland

The Explorer’s Club Restaurant sign displayed on an adventurous, themed building at Hong Kong Disneyland, with sunlight streaming through lush foliage in the corner for a magical park atmosphere.

Are you planning on going to Hong Kong Disneyland? Explorer’s Club Restaurant has some new changes that foodies will love. The unique atmosphere of this restaurant is stunning, and with it being a buffet style, you will leave full.    Frank Reifsnyder shared with Disney Parks Blog this dining option that you will want to check out if you are there.   Inspired ...

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Four Plant Based Options Available at Typhoon Lagoon

Enjoy the relaxed outdoor dining atmosphere at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, where a charming wooden building welcomes guests with a prominent sign—a green leaf icon and "disneyworld.com/PlantBased"—inviting you to discover the park’s delicious plant-based menu options.

Guests were excited to find out that Typhoon Lagoon will be opening on January 2nd. This Water Park has not reopened since the COVID-19 pandemic closures in 2020. If you’re going to be spending the day at a Park, discovering what to eat is going to be a part of your day. If you are a vegetarian or vegan or even like to limit the ...

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A Delicious Sweet Potato Appetizer Recipe for Kwanzaa

Sliced sweet potatoes topped with cranberries and nuts are presented on a cheerful white platter—this colorful snack brings festive flair to theme park celebrations, making it a popular treat during Kwanzaa festivities or special events at entertainment resorts.

Grab your Mickey cookie cutter, your Minnie apron, and your other Disney themed kitchen items, because it’s time to make a special appetizer for Kwanzaa! Of course, you don’t need to have Disney inspired items to make this tasty treat, but everything tastes even better when it’s shaped like Mickey. This sweet potato recipe can be sweet or savory, and ...

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Goofy’s Kitchen Review

The vibrant Goofy's Kitchen sign features Goofy in his signature chef hat, playfully posed beside oversized fork and spoon props, welcoming guests at Disneyland.

On a recent trip to California, my mom and I were able to experience Goofy’s Kitchen. I thought it would be interesting to see how character dining is done now since reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic closures. We had five days at the Theme Parks but wanted to have a nice meal and treat ourselves. We thought Goofy’s Kitchen would be a wonderful opportunity to relax. ...

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New Episode of Disney Insider on Disney+

Disney Insider logo with Disney+ branding, surrounded by vibrant studio lights and a Mickey Mouse-shaped spotlight reminiscent of Main Street celebrations, capturing the thrilling anticipation of a new episode reveal for Disney fans.

If you have Disney+, you will want to see this. It is exciting to find out things about your favorite shows and experiences at the Parks. Steve Wilcox shared more with Disney Parks Blog.   All-new episodes of “Disney Insider” are now streaming on Disney+, giving fans a special look at the Society of Explorers and Adventurers, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the Disney Park that inspired ...

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Restaurants We Wish Would Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue

We all know life has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic entered our lives.  Even at Walt Disney World, those changes have been felt – and while we’re happy that the most magical place on Earth has reopened, it’s still not quite business as usual.   Most of the table service restaurants that Guests flock to in WDW Resort Hotels have reopened, thankfully ...

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Things That Happen in Walt Disney World but Not in Real Life

Cars drive toward the iconic Walt Disney World entrance, flanked by Mickey and Minnie Mouse, inviting fans to the magic ahead.

Walt Disney World exists in its own magical bubble, where Guests are instantly distanced from the cares and responsibilities of the real world.  The Disney Bubble has its own set of rules, as well as pros and cons, that distinguish it from life outside the Bubble.  Here are just a few things that regularly happen in WDW, but not in real life. ...

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Skip That Table Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney Springs

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If you’re a foodie, then Disney Springs might just be your happy place in Walt Disney World. Here, Guests can choose from dozens of eateries with menus that span the globe and atmospheres that defy imagination.  Today, we’ll take a look at a few of the table service restaurants in Disney Springs to help you decide where to start your ...

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Skip That Quick Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Let the Magic Begin

Disney’s Magic Kingdom is the Park most Guests think of when they think of Walt Disney World. Chances are, you’ll spend a decent amount of time exploring Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Main Street, U.S.A., and Tomorrowland – and rightfully so!   But where will you go when hunger pains strike? Sure, you could opt for a table service restaurant – there are plenty of ...

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