food IS a theme park
Although we’re busy eating all the fall and Halloween snacks in Disneyland, we’re still keeping an eye on the food situation at Disney World.
Mickey at Hollywood & Vine
We’ve had a chance to check out a new cone in Magic Kingdom, enjoy brunch at Olivia’s Cafe at Disney’s Old Key West Resort, and enjoy some Halloween character dining at Hollywood & Vine! But we’re also keeping an eye on Disney World restaurant menus to see what’s changed.
Halloween Time has officially started in Disneyland!
It’s Halloween Time!
That means we’ve been admiring all the Halloween decorations in the parks, eating a lot of new snacks, AND getting ready for the first Oogie Boogie Bash! We’re also keeping up with all the other new food and merchandise in Disneyland, so let’s get to some updates!
Disney is no stranger to working with charities.
Magic Kingdom
The company has long been a supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and even has a non-profit resort called Give Kids The World Village, that provides cost-free Disney World vacations for kids battling critical illnesses, as well as their families. With September being Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a teddy bear is going on a trip with a few of these kids to spread the word about children battling cancer.
It’s spooky season in Disney World and you know what that means — LOTS of Hocus Pocus fun!
The Binx paw…
We’ve already had a chance to see the Sanderson Sisters at Mickey’s Not-So-Very Scary Halloween Party. We even found a fun photo op celebrating the upcoming premiere of Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+! PLUS we tried a Binx-themed snack that was SUPPOSED to be a Binx Pastry Tail but was actually a Binx Pastry PAW at the beginning of August. NOW, though, we have the Binx Pastry Tail snack!
The airline industry continues to struggle with the increase in flight demand.
Do you fly to Disney World?
There have been a record number of flight delays and cancellations this year, as well as issues with mishandled luggage and tons of complaints from flyers. Airlines are also dealing with a pilot shortage, and all these things combined have caused airlines to cut back on their number of flights. Now, flights are already getting cut for the busy holiday travel season.
One of the best things about visiting Disney World is seeing the characters!
Mickey and Minnie at Adventurers Outpost
There are also so many opportunities to see them, too — they turn up in character cavalcades, in parades, and at character meet and greets. Some even roam around the parks so you can randomly bump into them. Now, characters are returning to the parks, and that includes some very popular character meet and greets in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
It’s a holiday weekend and you know what that means — CROWDS in Disney World!
Disney World is quiet today?
Or at least that’s what we thought. This year seems to be an exception to the rule: even the 4th of July weekend crowds were surprisingly lighter than what we expected. We have seen summer crowds in full force in Disney World, but things have been quiet recently, and, well, things are still pretty slow today. Let’s take a look!
It’s pumpkin spice season!
Pumpkin spice EVERYTHING
Yes, yes, we know it’s still REALLY hot here in Florida. But pumpkin flavors are popping up everywhere — in our pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks, in our liqueur, and even in our bath and body products. But one of our favorite pumpkin spice things has also just returned to EPCOT!
Halloween Time is a BIG deal in Disneyland, and the resort goes ALL OUT for the spooky season.
Halloween in Disneyland
Not only do both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure get dressed up for the season, but there is a TON of spooky merchandise, a LOT of treats, ride overlays, and a Halloween fireworks show on select nights. Now we’ve got your FIRST look at those fireworks!
Although most of us focus our time and attention on the parks when it comes to Disney World vacations, we want to stress that you should also make time to visit Disney Springs!
Homecomin’ in Disney Springs
Sure, there’s a lot of great shopping in Disney Springs, but there are also a TON of amazing restaurants (and we have our favorites) with great food. Now, one of our favorite dining spots is offering a special Labor Day weekend treat, and you should check it out.
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