food IS a theme park
Welcome back to another update from the rowdiest little town in Disney World!
We’re baaackkk!
I made a visit to the Tiny Train Town in the Germany Pavilion as their Madam Mayor, and they were up to their same old nonsense! (Seriously, you guys, it’s the holidays — I’ve got better things to do than chase down the ne’er-do-wells!) But alas, it’s my job. So I’m here to give you all the holly jolly (and not-so-jolly) happenings.
If you’re a Disney Visa cardmember, there are lots of ways for you to save that you may not know about!
Our Disney Visa!
The Disney Visa website is frequently updated with new perks, discounts, and special offers exclusive to cardmembers. Some of them can help you save on your vacation, while others are available from the comfort of your home. So let’s dive into the full list available currently!
It’s time to start thinking about what you’re packing for your 2026 Disney trip, and we’ve got you covered!
©Disney
In order to get the perfect theme park outfit, you’ve got to think about what to wear, how to accessorize the look, and of course, the ultimate park bag to top it all off. And in 2026? We have a feeling we know which bags are going to be popular!
Here at DFB, we make sure to stay in the loop with theme park news around the world, and there are some big projects on the horizon.
©BON
We already covered the opening of Epic Universe in 2025, but we’re excitedly anticipating the new kid-focused theme park from Universal next. We’ve also been keeping an eye out for new theme parks announced by companies other than Disney and Universal, and in 2026, there’s a very interesting offering opening in Mexico!
One of our favorite things to do on a Disneyland Resort visit is to EAT, and there are some places we absolutely love.
Lamplight Lounge Mimosa Flight
One of the most popular choices for dining in Disney California Adventure is Lamplight Lounge! This Pixar-themed spot can be a challenging reservation to snag, and their brunch is a fan-favorite. But it looks like it may be having a closure soon.
There are SO many hotel projects happening around Disney World these days.
The Beach Club!
From minor construction and refurbishment to full-scale room renovations and pool overhauls, it can be hard to tell what scrim and construction walls you may encounter during your vacation. Recently, a major project wrapped up at Disney’s Beach Club — the porte cochere is looking fresh and new again!
If you visit the Disney parks, you’re bound to see Loungefly backpacks EVERYWHERE.
©Amazon
You’ll spot them on shelves in many of the gift shops and on the backs of Disney Adults all over the place. If you’re looking for a fun accessory to pack in your suitcase, there are SO many different designs to choose from. Today, we’ve rounded up some of the best new ones on Amazon!
Disney World is constantly making changes to its restaurants, from menu updates to price increases to complete closures and overhauls.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
In the past several years, we’ve been to multiple new dining locations, and most of them have been absolutely lovely. However, what we’ve really been longing for all this time is for a long-lost dining spot to reopen. And finally, after years of pleading, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is reopening its tea room!
If you’re riding Test Track in EPCOT, don’t make the mistakes we did!
Test Track
This popular thrill ride was recently revamped for the second time, making Test Track 3.0. Since then, it has been pretty popular, and fans are lining up in droves to check it out. But we’ve made some mistakes when riding Test Track in the past that we want to help you avoid!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is BACK in Disney World, and we’re feeling festive about it!
Welcome to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!
We’ve been to the party and seen the spectacular entertainment offerings, shopped the exclusive merchandise, and met some of the rare characters. But one of the biggest highlights for us here at DFB is the exclusive snacks…and several of our favorites are BACK this year, baby!
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
