Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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GEEK EATS: Cobb Salad Recipe from The Hollywood Brown Derby
The Cobb Salad at The Hollywood Brown Derby is an iconic salad and recipe that came from Bob Cobb, owner of the historic Brown Derby in California. This is a classic dish that visitors to Disney’s Hollywood Studios enjoy when visiting The Hollywood Brown Derby. It also is a great summer dish that can be…
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GEEK EATS: Pineapple Cupcake Inspired by DOLE Whip Recipe – Disney’s Contemporary Resort
With Dole Whip Day just around the corner Disney has shared a recipe for a Pineapple Cupcake Inspired by DOLE Whip. This recipe was converted down from the recipe used at the Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for larger batches. Disney chefs create culinary magic for this pineapple mousse-filled cupcake topped with pineapple buttercream…
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Disney100 Celebration to Kick Off at EPCOT on September 22nd
Earlier this year the Disney100 celebration began at Disneyland. This included new nighttime spectaculars, the return of Magic Happens, the reopening of Mickey’s Toontown, the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway along with many other offerings throughout the Disneyland Resort. Soon guests visiting EPCOT will also get to be a part of the celebration…
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runDisney Reveals 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Medals
In just a few months runners will be descending on Walt Disney World Resort for the 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. This takes place November 2-5, 2023 and is the tastiest offering of the year from runDisney. This includes the post-race party that is not sold out yet. This week runDisney revealed…
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Mears Connect and the Sunshine Flyer Join Forces
ORLANDO, Fla. – July 13, 2023 – Mears Connect and the Sunshine Flyer today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which the companies will merge two complementary services into one combined entity to provide exceptional guest transportation from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World® Resorts. The new service, Mears Connect…
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GEEK EATS: Riviera Signature Cookie Recipe
July 16 is National Cherry Day and ahead of this day, Disney has shared the recipe for a cookie from Disney’s Riviera Resort that just so happens to have cherries in it! The Riviera Signature Cookie has dried cherries, emi-sweet chocolate, oats, molasses, walnuts, and pistachios. It can be found at Primo Piatto at Disney’s…
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GEEK EATS: 2023 DOLE Whip Day Offerings
DOLE Whip Day is almost upon us once again. This celebration of the greatness that is the DOLE Whip will be happening from July 20-23 this year at the Disney Parks. This couldn’t come at a better time as summer has finally completely arrived in Southern California Adventure and a DOLE Whip is a perfect…
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The Haunted Mansion Glow-in-the Dark Blazer Now Available on shopDisney
Ahead of the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters and the Halloween season, shopDisney has released a new glow-in-the dark blazer with the wallpaper from The Haunted Mansion on it. This design on the blazer doesn’t just replicate the look of the wallpaper, it also glows in the dark! Check out the design and details…
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GEEK EATS: 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Menus
It’s always an exciting time of year when the roster of food and beverages is released for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Presented by CORKCICLE! We have just learned all the tantalizing details about what the Global Marketplaces are cooking up – nearly 30 of them in total for 2023! Guests will have…
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Muppet Labs with Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker Make Food for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Starting on July 27 through November 18, guests visiting EPCOT will get to experience and enjoy the flavors of this year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. There will be plenty of different flavors from around the world to enjoy during this year’s festival. There will also be a new experience that Muppet fans (and…
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Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs Expanding From Disneyland to Walt Disney World
There are few things that are more traditional at Disneyland than getting a corn dog. For many, having a corn dog while visiting The Happiest Place on Earth is as much of a tradition as having a churro or dole whip. Through the years, the corn dog offerings at the Disneyland Resort have expanded outside…
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Walt Disney World Resort “Future Stay Offers” Return for 2024
Guests staying at the Walt Disney World Resort hotels starting today (July 5) will begin to get communication for a future resort stay with an offer that could give savings of 25-35%. These “Future Stay Offers” will be eligible for Walt Disney World Resort hotel stays on select days throughout 2024. Specifics about the offer…
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates America With Patriotic Fanfare This Fourth of July
The Most Magical Place on Earth salutes America’s birthday with fireworks, food and fantastic entertainment LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 22, 2023) – Fourth of July is a time for patriotic celebrations across the United States, and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will commemorate the holiday with exciting fanfare. Star-spangled spectaculars are a time-honored…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces 2024 Disney Dreamers Academy Applications Opening Date at ESSENCE Festival of Culture
Gospel singing sensation Pastor Mike Jr. joined the announcement Sunday after serving as one of the many celebrity speakers at last year’s event NEW ORLEANS – (July 2, 2023) – Walt Disney World Resort was centerstage Sunday at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture to announce the opening of applications and nominations for the 2024 Disney Dreamers…
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Disney Shares Behind-The-Scenes Look at Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
The Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a can’t-miss show for any Indiana Jones fans at Walt Disney World Resort. Ahead of the arrival of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny in theaters this weekend, Disney has shared a behind-the-scenes look at the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular. Read below what Taylor…
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Disney Continues to Win the Popularity Contest in Feud with Governor DeSantis
As the feud between Governor DeSantis and The Walt Disney Continues there are more than legal battles happening between the two parties. As mentioned a few weeks ago, there is also the battle of public opinion. When last checked, this was a battle that Disney was winning. Now, new polls have come out that continue…
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Disney and Governor DeSantis Have Different Court Dates in Mind For Federal Lawsuit in Ongoing Dispute
In the most recent update to an ongoing feud between The Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the two parties have each shared when they would like a lawsuit to be tried. The lawsuit was brought about by Disney in federal court against Governor DeSantis and other Florida leaders after they moved to…
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Disney Wins Shareholder Lawsuit Over Criticism of Governor DeSantis
The Walt Disney Company has won a lawsuit brought against it by a shareholder who argued that Disney acted negligently when it criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida State Legislature over a sexual identity law. The lawsuit was brought against Disney by shareholder Kenneth Simeone. In the lawsuit, Kenneth Simeone sought internal records…
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GEEK EATS: Disney Parks 4th of July Food Guide
It’s almost time for the 4th of July. Disney Parks are a great place to visit for Independence Day with amazing fireworks and entertainment. There are also plenty of food options to celebrate the day as well. Take a look below at what will be available to eat and drink at both Disneyland Resort and…
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Water Tower Topped with Tiara Arrives at Magic Kingdom’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
The new water tower with a tiara on top of it has arrived at Magic Kingdom. The installation of the iconic part of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure marks a milestone in the transformation of this attraction from Splash Mountain. It will be opening with its new story in 2024. The story revolves around Tiana creating a…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Asks Federal Court to Dismiss Disney Lawsuit
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has filed a motion to get a lawsuit that Disney has filed against him dismissed. The lawsuit, which was filed in Federal court in April, says that Governor DeSantis and other Florida leaders of waging a “relentless campaign to weaponize government power” against the company. This lawsuit also alleges that DeSantis has…
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runDisney Celebrates 626 Day by Announcing the Theme to the 2024 Springtime Surprise Challenge
It’s 626 Day which means it is all Stitch all day! RunDisney has gotten into the spirit of the Stitch Ohana by announcing their theme to the Challenge division of the Springtime Surprise weekend in 2024. Stitch’s ‘Ohana Challenge is the theme for those that complete 19.3 miles over the course of the run weekend.…
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New Culinary Series Adds Tasty Twist to Disney Springs Flavors of Florida
Weekly culinary experience featuring world-renowned chefs latest enhancement to annual gastronomic event; delicious entrees, cool drinks and desserts among Florida-inspired menu offerings LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 20, 2023) – Disney Springs Flavors of Florida presented by CORKCICLE returns to Walt Disney World Resort this summer with more delectable dishes and a hefty dash of Florida…
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Walt Disney World Resort Hosts World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 22, 2023) – Walt Disney World Resort was once again Florida’s largest event site Thursday for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson – an annual event designed to promote safe water practices worldwide. More than 650 Florida youth from six nonprofit organizations took part in the event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and at…