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This summer, Guests can embark on a tasty tour across six continents at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE® at Walt Disney World Resort. This delicious celebration, which kicks off July 15 and runs through Nov. 20, features a full menu of new flavors and sips along with live entertainment, family activities and more. That’s 129 days of fun for the entire family!

Global Marketplaces will serve up a host of international flavors, including fan-favorite dishes from Hawai’i, Australia, Germany, Canada and Greece, as well as new spicy, savory and sweet plates to please Guests’ palate. We’ll have more details on specific menu items in an upcoming Foodie Guide, but there are new Global Marketplace concepts coming to Morocco, The American Adventure and throughout the park in July, with even more marketplaces opening in the fall. 

CORKCICLE is the presenting sponsor for this year’s festival, and Guests can visit Shimmering Sips Global Marketplace and four other locations during the event to discover several sparkling beverage options available for purchase in an exclusive keepsake CORKCICLE premium beverage container.

Guests can also commemorate their visit and bring the culinary magic home with other official event merchandise created just for the festival, including apparel, home décor, trading pins and more.

Popular entertainment is back too, with performances by Voices of Liberty, Mariachi Cobre and Jammin’ Chefs. The festival will also open with America Gardens Bandstand presented by Florida Blue Medicare, a live-music concert series performed Friday through Monday evenings. Local bands from across Central Florida will take to the America Gardens Theatre stage, playing popular songs of yesterday and today.

For families, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak will send kids of all ages on a savory scavenger hunt around the festival. Another way for families to have fun together is by participating in Emile’s Fromage Montage. Guests will find new ways to experience cheese when they purchase five participating dishes from select Global Marketplaces, including a passionfruit cheesecake with toasted macadamia nuts. Collect five stamps and scurry over to Shimmering Sips for a prize!

The festival is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. Keep checking back for more details.

A new series is coming to Disney+ on July 16 that gives an exclusive peek ‘behind the curtain’ of the most beloved attractions and destinations at Disney Parks and Resorts around the world, from Jungle Cruise to “it’s a small world” to the Haunted Mansion to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. 

“Behind the Attraction” is a 10-part series narrated by Paget Brewster that delves into Disney Parks’ rich, amazing history using archival and never-before-seen footage and photographs to unveil how the attractions came to be and how they’ve been refined over the years as new ideas surface and technology evolves.

Hear the unique story behind each Castle at the Parks and learn how Disney Imagineers designed and built them and discover the intricacies of the transportation systems at each park, and how the iconic Disneyland Hotel came to be.

Including rare interviews with Walt Disney, each episode also features exclusive interviews with Disney Legends and dozens of past and present Imagineers, including Bob Weis, Jeanette Lomboy, Kim Irvine, Scott Trowbridge, Tom Fitzgerald, Scot Drake, Carmen Smith, Joe Rohde, and others who divulge insider secrets of the parks and how iconic Disney attractions were brought to life.

And today, we’re sharing a special look at the new poster art for the series:

Be sure to check out all 10 episodes available to stream on Friday, July 16 on Disney+.

We are so excited to announce booking and opening dates for some of our Guests’ favorite Disney dining locations! Check out all the delicious details below.

Disneyland Resort

Many travelers at Disneyland Park have missed sipping on Fuzzy Tauntauns and listening to DJ R-3X rock it (in his quirky way!). All our favorite bounty hunters, smugglers and galactic travelers will be happy to know that Oga’s Cantina will open on June 17 with bookings available June 14. Under the shadow of the spire!

Guests planning to visit Disney California Adventure Park can soon get their fix of plant-based Potato Flautas or Indulgent French Toast at Lamplight Lounge Brunch, opening July 9 with booking available June 14. (Friday, Saturday, Sunday brunch only.)

Guests looking to dine alfresco with a plate of delicious Spaghetti Aglio Olio accompanied by the perfect glass of wine at Wine Country Trattoria will be pleased to hear that the restaurant opens July 17 with bookings available June 14.

Here are a few more Disneyland Park openings and offerings we are excited to share:

• Tiki Juice Bar (mobile order available) – Opening June 17
• Docking Bay Food & Cargo (mobile order available) – Opening June 17
• Alien Pizza Planet (mobile order available) – Opening June 17
• Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante – Opening June 17
• Candy Palace – Currently making Nuttles (chopped pecan pieces layered with freshly made caramel with a dollop of milk chocolate on top) on Mondays and Fridays
• Candy Palace – Currently making Rocky Road (mix of milk chocolate, chopped almonds, and house-made marshmallows in a small pie tin) on Saturdays

Downtown Disney District

There are two new yummy treats available at Downtown Disney District – one in the glass and one to grab on the go.

• Beignet-flavored Cocktail at Ralph Brennen’s Jazz Kitchen – Wedding cake-flavored vodka, vanilla syrup, butterscotch schnapps, and half and half topped with a mini glazed beignet
• French Toast Churro at California Churro – Dusted in powdered sugar and served with a side of maple syrup
  

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Sebastian’s Bistro at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort (Opening June 24 with nightly walk-in availability through July 4; booking available June 10 for reservations starting July 5)

Disney Skyliner conveniently stops at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, making it an easy (and fun!) trip for Guests to dine at Sebastian’s Bistro, which will reopen with delicious tastes of the Caribbean and a new family-style meal at dinner.

Sebastian’s signature buttery house-baked pull-apart rolls will get Guests started, and the entire table will enjoy the Taste of the Caribbean platter featuring oven-roasted citrus chicken, slow-cooked mojo pork with mango sambal, and grilled flank steak with mojito relish. This hearty platter comes with sides of cilantro rice and beans, vegetable curry, and grilled broccolini. Coconut shrimp can also be ordered as an add-on to the meal. The best part? Guests finish with the ultimate sweet treat – the popular coconut-pineapple bread pudding!

‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort (Opening July 9; booking available June 10)

With the backdrop of tropical greenery, ‘Ohana will again offer their fabulous all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast and dinner offerings when they reopen. Although Disney characters will not be hosting breakfast, a strolling musician will entertain Guests for dinner.

For breakfast, Guests can start with pineapple-coconut breakfast bread, move on to Stitch and Mickey Mouse waffles, then dig into “eggs”cellent breakfast skillets with ham, sausage, and breakfast potatoes.

The ‘Ohana dinner features all-you-care-to-enjoy platters of grilled beef steak, roasted chicken, sausage, and island shrimp casserole served with fried rice and roasted broccolini. And yes, ‘Ohana pot stickers, crispy soy chicken wings, and the signature ‘Ohana bread pudding served warm with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream are back! Yippee!

Tusker House Restaurant, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (Opening June 20; booking now available)

Donald Duck and his Disney friends are welcoming Guests back to this lively Harambe marketplace. At Tusker House Restaurant, Guests can graze on a bountiful family-style menu brimming with African-inspired flavors while snapping photos of favorite Disney characters. For breakfast, Guests can start their adventure with Mickey and Simba waffles, Durban chicken and egg curry with jasmine rice, and much more. Lunch and dinner offerings include Moroccan-spiced beef, Berber-marinated pork, spit-roasted herb chicken, and Cape Malay green curry shrimp.

Here are additional quick-service locations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park now open:

• Terra Treats (serving pizza slices)
• Isle of Java (serving fresh-brewed espresso, cappuccino, and sweet treats)
• Trilo-Bites (service DOLE Whip orange)
• Drinkwallah Snacks & Frozen Beverages
  

BoardWalk Ice Cream Shop, Disney’s BoardWalk

Craving a frozen sweet treat? Guests can take a stroll around Crescent Lake on Disney’s BoardWalk and visit BoardWalk Ice Cream Shop. Featuring scoops and sundaes to go, Guests can satisfy their craving with a good old-fashioned sundae plus brownie and strawberry splash shortcake a la modes, and of course, the kid-favorite, Mickey Mouse Sundaes!

Take a look at the latest construction photos from the TRON Roller Coaster Coming to Magic Kingdom.

Fantasy reigns at Magic KingdomPark, especially as we get ready for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50^thanniversary in October and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” Case in point, we recently announced the park will soon be the ghost host for “Disney After Hours Boo Bash” on 23 select nights later this year, starting Aug. 10 and continuing through Oct. 31 from 9 p.m. to midnight.* We are thrilled to share some more frightfully fun details on what Guests will experience during this limited-capacity separately ticketed event:

• Special cavalcades will pop up throughout the night including “Mickey’s Happy Halloween Cavalcade,” with Mickey Mouse and friends dressed up for the occasion. In the “Disney Villains Halloween Cavalcade,” villains will take to the street and celebrate their favorite time of the year. “Jack’s Nightmare Cavalcade” will feature Jack Skellington, Sally and Oogie Boogie riding down the parade path to “This is Halloween,” and last, but definitely not least (we would never say that about her!), Maleficent will also make an appearance in the form of a fire-breathing dragon.
• Some favorite friends will be lurking about – from the lovely Miss Carlotta at the Haunted Mansion to Goofy and Chip ‘n’ Dale in their Halloween best, with other surprise characters popping up across the park, too. Guests can even stop and listen to the Cadaver Dans during their special comeback (from the dead) performance.
• Select complimentary snacks like ice cream novelties and popcorn, along with select beverages, are included in the cost of the event.
• After the park closes to day guests, enjoy less time waiting in line for more than 20 attractions including Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Haunted Mansion attraction, Jungle Cruise, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Peter Pan’s Flight, Space Mountain and more.
• A variety of specialty food and drinks will be available for purchase including an Apple Ginger Dale frozen drink (frozen apple cider mixed with ginger ale and topped with whipped cream) and a Foolish Mortal Funnel Cake.)**
• Disney PhotoPass will also be available to takemagical and spooky shots throughout the night.
• “Disney After Hours Boo Bash” tickets will grant admission to Magic Kingdom park as early as 7 p.m., giving Guests time to enjoy even more of their favorite Magic Kingdomhaunts before the event begins. These dated event tickets do not require an additional day theme park ticket or Disney Park Pass theme park reservation.

As we shared previously, all foolish mortals can dress in costume for the event and Guests can get their fill of Halloween candy while trick-or-treating around the park. Costume masks are not permitted for adults; they can only be worn by children under 14. As a reminder, information on attractions, dining, experiences and other offerings currently available can be found on DisneyTravelTradeInfo.com/WDW, as well as the Know Before You Go section on the Disney Travel Agents website. Be sure to check the Costume Policy for the most up-to-date information. Please note that health and safety measures, policies and operational guidelines are subject to change.

Tickets for this hauntingly fun-filled three-hour event will go on sale June 15 and can be purchased online or by calling 407-939-4240. Guests of select Walt Disney WorldResort hotels can book their tickets as early as June 8. Tickets during the early booking window will only be available by phone.

Tickets start at $129 – $139 USD, plus tax for August/September nights and $159 – $169, plus tax for October nights, and $199, plus tax for Halloween. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of a $10 discount for event nights in August and September. A limited number of tickets are available. Tickets are commissionable. Please visit Training & Benefits > Commissions on the Disney Travel Agents website for more details.

Here are the dates for “Disney After Hours Boo Bash”: 

• Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021
• Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021
• Friday, Aug. 20, 2021
• Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021
• Friday, Aug. 27, 2021
• Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021
• Friday, Sept. 3, 2021
• Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021
• Friday, Sept. 10, 2021
• Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021
• Friday, Sept. 17, 2021
• Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021
• Friday, Sept. 24, 2021
• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021
• Friday, Oct. 8, 2021
• Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021
• Friday, Oct. 15, 2021
• Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021
• Friday, Oct. 22, 2021
• Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021
• Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021
• Friday, Oct. 29, 2021
• Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021 

This fall, the decorations on Main Street, U.S.A., will receive a magical transformation for the event nights in October as “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” begins. Walt Disney Imagineering, in partnership with the Walt Disney World Resort Holiday Services team, will blend a fall look with the enchanting story of Cinderella by creating special pumpkin coach decorations that will add to the park’s sparkling EARidescence during this magical time.

*Some event nights in August and September will be from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 

**This item will be on sale outside event hours Oct. 1 to Nov. 1.

The booking window for theme park reservations has expanded out to 120 days, allowing guests even more time to plan their return to the resort! Guests can check the theme park reservation calendar for availability.

Message from Disney:

Since we began our phased reopening of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park on April 30, guests have experienced countless magical moments back at the Happiest Place on Earth. From waving hello to beloved Disney characters, to lots of laughter on favorite attractions and enjoying themed treats all around the resort – magic is definitely here at the Disneyland Resort!

And with the all-new land of Avengers Campus opening at Disney California Adventure on June 4, plus the reopening of Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel on June 15 and Disneyland Hotel on July 2, there couldn’t be a more exciting time to visit Disneyland Resort.

Today, we’re pleased to announce that beginning June 15, 2021, we will once again be able to welcome travelers from outside the state of California back to our theme parks! Out-of-state visitors may now begin booking their return to the parks. Until June 15, all guests visiting the Disneyland Resort must be California residents visiting in groups no larger than 3 households.*

The State of California strongly recommends that all guests be fully vaccinated or obtain a negative COVID-19 test prior to entering the theme parks. In addition, all Guests will be required to wear an approved face covering throughout their visit at the Disneyland Resort.  

As always, our procedures may change as we continue to update our health and safety processes based on guidance from the state of California and local health officials. To help your Clients plan and prepare for their next trip to Disneyland Resort, you can share the Disneyland® Resort “Know Before You Go” information with them by using the updated “Know Before You Go” microsite – Disneytraveltradeinfo.com/dlr. We recommend that you check back on the website often, as information continues to be updated.

As a reminder, to enter a theme park, all guests (ages 3 and older) need to have both a ticket and theme park reservation for the same park on the same date.   

Disney PhotoPass Service is teaming up with Snap to show Guests Walt Disney World Resort in a whole new way, with magical augmented reality experiences to share with their friends and family – and featuring some of their favorite Disney characters.

It all starts with new ways to meet up with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at the resort, with Snapchat Lenses starring everyone’s favorite duo. Mickey and Minnie will be right beside Guests in Snapchat with their playful expressions and gestures. They can even give Guests a hug! 

The Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Lenses will be available in the Snapchat app* only at Walt Disney World Resort, but to celebrate the launch – and other special experiences to come! – Guests can try them at home, anywhere in the U.S., until June 3. 

We can’t wait for Guests to show us their Disney spirit on Snapchat! Find the Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Lenses on the new Disney PhotoPass Snapchat profile – plus more fun Walt Disney World stories on the Walt Disney World Snapchat profile. 

This is just the beginning. We’re working with Snap on more amazing photo experiences, including some magical surprises in celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort 50^th anniversary. 

Generations have come to Walt Disney World Resort to escape the everyday, be part of their favorite Disney stories, and travel to new worlds. This fall, The World’s Most Magical Celebration will bring Disney fans together to commemorate 50 incredible years of magic. 

To mark the occasion, Disney PhotoPass Service is working with Snap to virtually transform Cinderella Castle. With the My Disney Experience app, Guests will be able to place their favorite image captured by Disney PhotoPassphotographers on the iconic castle with augmented reality. Guests can look through their camera lens in the app and they’ll see a beautiful mosaic of special moments shared by our Guests to celebrate the 50th. The best part is, Guests can share memories with friends and family, and the next time they return during the 18-month 50^th Celebration, their photo will be there waiting for them! 

There will be even more to discover in the My Disney Experience app this fall – including special Disney PhotoPass Lenses Guests can use right from the app, powered by Snap’s camera technology. Guests will be able to take selfies with their favorite Disney characters, experience unique Walt Disney World moments, and even make some magic of their very own with augmented reality! There will be more news to share ahead of the 50^th anniversary, so stay tuned.

We’re just getting started and always discovering new ways to bring Disney stories and characters to life – whether you meet us at one of our Disney destinations, at home, or online. And every day, we’re exploring how technology can help us bridge the physical and digital worlds to create unforgettable moments for our guests.

It’s all so that Guests can experience even more magic with the people they care about and be part of the stories they love. And with so many fan-favorite characters, theme park icons, and Disney adventures at our fingertips, the possibilities are practically endless for what we call the ‘theme park metaverse.’ 

We can’t wait to show Guests what else we’re working on, so stay tuned and get ready for more amazing experiences to come!

*Snapchat is available for download on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.  Snapchat requires separate registration. Separate terms of use and privacy policy apply. Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset imitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. Some features require separate theme park admission.

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