food IS a theme park
Want to plan your Universal Orlando trip like an expert? These are the hotels Universal fans are skipping in 2026!
Terra Luna Resort
There are 11 official Universal Orlando hotels for guests to choose from when booking their vacation. Much like the assortment of Disney World hotels, there are definite pros and cons to each option, and some of those differences might be dealbreakers for you when deciding which spot to book. Here are the three Universal Orlando hotels fans aren’t booking in 2026!
After being closed for over a year, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally reopening at Magic Kingdom!
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Disney announced that the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness will officially reopen on May 3rd, and we can’t WAIT. The ride will reopen with new elements, scenes, and an expanded storyline we’re excited to experience. Not only that, but Disney revealed that after extensive testing, the height requirement has been lowered! Here’s what we know.
Think you know everything about Disney World? Think again.
Cinderella Castle
There’s a whole world of hidden tricks, little-known perks, and insider strategies that most guests walk right past. From surprise character encounters to scoring last-minute tables at the most in-demand restaurants, and even unlocking discounts that aren’t widely advertised. Disney doesn’t always make these things easy to find… but that’s where we at DFB come in. Get ready because we’re spilling the secrets that can totally change your next trip.
Disney is preparing to lay off as many as 1,000 positions in the next few weeks, the Wall Street Journal has reported.
Walt Disney Studios
People familiar with the matter advised that many of the cuts will be in the company’s recently consolidated marketing department, marking one of the first notable moves under Josh D’Amaro, the new Chief Executive Officer.
Who doesn’t love eating their way around World Showcase? And the cool thing is that you can get food and drinks OUTSIDE of each pavilion’s restaurants. Many of the pavilions have shops that also feature snacks and drinks from their host countries, too!
Frozen Wafer Sandwich
Well, one of our favorite spots to shop for such snacks is at Mitsukoshi in the Japan Pavilion. Here, you’ll find LOADS of Japanese treats, and well, we just found some new frozen treats that we HAD to try, although one was actually sweet potato-flavored. Let’s take a look at these treats, and we’ll give you our honest thoughts.
I never thought I’d be the person writing about a backpack accessory, but here we are.
VentaPak in Disney World
Florida heat is no joke, and if you’ve ever spent a full park day hauling a loaded bag through Magic Kingdom in July, you know exactly what I mean. Your back is soaked, your shoulders are screaming, and by 3 PM you’re reconsidering every decision you’ve ever made. There’s one strange little gadget I’ve been using for months that has genuinely changed that experience for me, and I’d feel guilty not telling you about it.
Days spent at Disney World can be long, hot, and tiring, but carrying the right bag around in the parks can make or break your day.
ODODOS Daily Sling Bag
We love the idea of crossbody bags because while they can keep our hands free (for all the Disney snacks), they help distribute the weight across our bodies. These bags can hold our essentials, such as sunscreen, phones, wallets, and more. Here are four of the best crossbody bags for your next Disney World day.
Uh…no one told us this should be something to worry about when traveling to Florida!
Princess Atta
We recently saw a report from NEWS 6 that you’re going to want to keep your distance from a fuzzy-looking caterpillar. They dropped some info on why you do NOT want to touch these little creatures. We’re passing that information on to you in case you run into them on your next Disney World vacation!
Epic Universe just released new snacks, and they’re a cuteness overload!
Soft Pretzel
Super Nintendo World has two new pretzels that made us go bananas. Plus, Isle of Berk has a new mac & cheese cone fit for a viking. Are any of these new snacks worth a try on your next visit to the park? Let’s dig in and find out!
Are you headed to Disney World in May? It’s a great time to visit the parks! You can enjoy the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival throughout the whole month, plus you’ll get to see Disney World in all its springtime glory and enjoy the newly reopened Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom.
EPCOT
If you are headed to Disney World in May, you’ll want to know about all the exclusive perks you can get while you’re there. So we’ve outlined all ten of them, so you know what to expect.
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