WDW Daily News

By: Disney Destinations

May 1, 2024

Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground provides a unique vacation destination where many guests enjoy visiting with an RV or easily traveling around the resort on a golf cart.

Recently, we’ve made some adjustments to our policies for RVs and golf carts and want to make sure you are aware.

What you need to know: RVs

• Renting an RV?
  • We have several Disney Featured Providers guests can use to rent an RV at Fort Wilderness. When guests choose to rent through one of these providers, the guest does not need to be present when the equipment is delivered to the resort. The provider will work with Disney Resort Cast Members to manage deliveries, set-up and returns of rented RVs. Details are listed here.
• Bringing an RV?
  • RVs are welcome and must be brought in by registered guests.

What you need to know: Golf carts

• Renting a golf cart?
  • Golf carts can be easily rented right from Fort Wilderness. Guests can make reservations in advance by calling 407-824-2724, based on availability. After arriving, guests can visit the Outpost to pick-up the golf cart right at the resort.
• Bringing your own golf cart?
  • Golf carts are welcome, but for the safety of everyone at the resort, beginning June 1, 2024, must also be prepared to present proof of insurance and sign an agreement and waiver. Details are listed here.
  • Third-party companies may not conduct business on Walt Disney World property.

As a reminder, our Walt Disney World Resort property rules prohibit unauthorized commercial activity at Walt Disney World. This includes unauthorized rentals brought onto our property by non-resort guests, such as RVs and golf carts. The full property rules can be found at: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/park-rules/. 

Happy Mother’s Day! This lovely occasion is coming up on May 12, and we’ve got a list of all the decadent delights coming to Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Once guests see these bites and sips, they’ll be counting down the days until they can try them themselves.

Whether guests are enjoying their time with their mother, aunt, grandmother, caregiver, mother figure, or any special person in their life, Disney Parks has something for them to indulge in. Guests can try a new dish that will brighten their day like the Sunflower Cake from The Mara or treat themselves to a sweet selection with the return of the Bouquet of Roses Cupcake from Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette. For those heading over to the Disneyland Resort on May 12, Storytellers Cafe has a special Mother’s Day Dinner Buffet filled with flavors, fun, and even some Disney Characters, and one at Plaza Inn within Disneyland park.

Guests should grab their loved ones and their appetite because it’s time we get to all the Mother’s Day goodies coming in this year’s Foodie Guide!

Walt Disney World Resort

Disney Resort Hotels

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

The Mara (Available May 5 through 18; mobile order available)

• Sunflower Cake: Marbled chocolate and vanilla cake, vanilla buttercream, and mini chocolate chips (New)

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Beach Club Marketplace (Available May 5 through 18; mobile order available)

• Mother’s Day Croissant filled with raspberry jam topped with raspberry crunchies (New)

Disney’s BoardWalk  

BoardWalk Deli and Carousel Coffee (Available May 5 through 18; mobile order available at BoardWalk Deli only)

• Mother’s Day Croissant: Croissant dough filled with raspberry jam topped with raspberry crunchies (New)

Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available May 5 through 18)

• Bouquet of Roses Cupcake: Chocolate Cupcake, strawberry pastry cream, chocolate mousse, and buttercream

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Pineapple Lanai (Available May 5 through 18)

• Makuahine DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Whip with Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red topped with shimmering edible flowers

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort  

The Market at Ale & Compass (Available May 5 through 18; mobile order available)

• Mother’s Day Croissant: Croissant dough filled with raspberry jam topped with raspberry crunchies (New) 

Available at Various Table-Service Restaurants and Lounges at Disney Resort Hotels  

• Strawberry-Orange Mimosa: Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut, orange juice, and strawberry purée topped with a strawberry (New) (Available May 5 through 18)

Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 5 through 12; mobile order available)

• Mother’s Day Éclair: Lemon and lavender éclair (New) 

The Ganachery (Available May 1 through 12)

• Mother’s Day Chocolate Flower Box: Ganache with flavors of hibiscus-strawberry and jasmine tea (New)

Paddlefish (Available May 12 only)

• Lobster Ravioli with vodka sauce and shrimp 

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

Plaza Inn (Available May 12 only)  

• Mother’s Day Brunch: Join in the celebration and dropping “Inn” for brunch hosted by Minnie Mouse and her friends. Guests can start with a memorable moment with Minnie Mouse and a special flower, picked just for mom.

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa  

Grand Californian Great Hall Cart (Available May 3 through 13)

• Mickey-shaped Mother’s Day Cookie
• Box of Assorted Cookies

Storytellers Cafe (Available May 12 only from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

• Mother’s Day Dinner Buffet: Guests can indulge their mom with a glorious dinner buffet – and encounter some beloved Disney Characters!

Available at Various Candy Locations Around Disneyland Resort Including Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Trolley Treats (Available May 5 through 12)

• Tulip Cake Pop: Vanilla tulip-shaped cake pop dipped in purple-colored white chocolate, outlined in purple sanding sugar, and adorned with marshmallow leaves dipped in green-colored white chocolate (New)
• Pink Minnie Caramel Apple: Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, adorned with marshmallow ears, and dressed with pink sanding sugar and white M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

April 29, 2024

Hello, travelers! Follow along for exclusive updates as we await the grand opening of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Cruise Line’s newest, one-of-a-kind tropical retreat on the island of Eleuthera, The Bahamas.

Today, we’re excited to share new photos from here in Eleuthera, including a new look at the Bahamian-inspired art and architecture taking shape at this one-of-a-kind island destination.

Cabanas

Nestled along the sand dunes of Serenity Bay, the vibrantly colored architecture of the Serenity Bay Cabanas matches the Mabrika Cove Cabanas, which sit across Disney Lookout Cay at the arrival point of the destination.

Steps away from Serenity Bay BBQ and the area’s beach bar, these cabanas will be available for rent to offer a retreat for adults to take in Eleuthera’s stunning sand dunes and shimmering ocean waves.

Local Art

The bright turquoise ocean here in Eleuthera is beautiful, yes, but don’t forget to look up while you’re exploring Disney Lookout Cay. Art from talented, local Bahamian artists will take shape throughout all of the spaces at the destination, including intricate wood carvings inspired by artist Andret John and colorful murals by painter Dorman Stubbs, as seen here.

True-True Too BBQ

True-True Too BBQ is a beautiful example of the architecture designed to look like oversized seashells scattered across the shores of Disney Lookout Cay. These uniquely designed dining pavilions will offer shade from your day of adventures on the Nature Trail or the beach, serving up views of Bahamian art, nature, and of course, delicious lunch!

Today, we’re excited to reveal new character looks for Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto, and Chip and Dale for their visits to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point! Acclaimed Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett created these adorable looks, which showcase the vibrant spirit of the beloved Bahamian tradition, Junkanoo.

Disney Cruise Line’s newest island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera, opens this summer. This beautiful destination will offer a window into the rich culture, warm hospitality and breathtaking natural beauty of The Bahamas.

Today, we’re excited to share first-look photos of construction progress, which give a glimpse of the inspiration and stunning architecture of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Cabanas

The vibrant colors and patterns designed by a Bahamian artist dotting the beautiful shores of Disney Lookout Cay? Those are the Mabrika Cove Cabanas, which will be available for families to relax and play along the white sand and turquoise Bahamian waters.

Among the first sights guests will see when approaching Disney Lookout Cay, the colorful cabanas will set a tone for the vibrant and beautiful architecture throughout the island destination.

True-True Too BBQ

Walt Disney Imagineering designed the architecture throughout Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point to resemble a series of colorful, oversized seashells scattered along the coastline. From these beautiful decks under the shade of a shell-inspired pavilion, guests will enjoy some tasty lunch from True-True Too BBQ while taking in the beautiful views of the ocean and sand dunes.

Can you spot some nature-inspired art under the pavilion? That is just a peek of the art that will fill these beautiful spaces, all drawn from the coral, seashells, fish, and flowers that inform the architecture and also inspire Eleuthera’s local artists.

Tram Stop

Another early sight of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point is one of our tram stops. This space will soon be filled with the bright colors that will light up the destination, inspired by the warmth of Bahamian art and culture. Expect hair braiding, merchandise, and lots of fun.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we count down the days to June!

Mickey and Minnie Mouse will have new looks specially designed by acclaimed Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett whenever they visit Disney Cruise Line’s newest island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera. The garments will have a distinct Bahamian flair, inspired by the bright, colorful spirit of Junkanoo, the country’s signature festival filled with joyous music and vibrant parades.

This May, both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort are showcasing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an array of delightful bites and sips to help guests join in on the celebrations.

The talented culinary teams have drawn inspiration from various cultures and cuisines, and infused some of their own, personal flair into these dishes. With new and limited-time treats, like the Yuzu Lemonade Coffee at Aunt Cass Café and the Strawberry Boba Milk Tea Petit Cake from Amorette’s Patisserie, as well as items guests can indulge in all year long, such as Beef Birria Ramen from Lucky Fortune Cookery, there are plenty of ways to celebrate these cultures through flavor, anytime, at Disney Parks.

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park  

The Tropical Hideaway   

• Pineapple Coconut Float: Blue DOLE Pineapple-Coconut Juice topped with DOLE Whip soft serve, strawberry lava, and a gummy (New) (Available starting April 26)
• DOLE Whip Pineapple Ginger Mint Float with pineapple-ginger juice and a smoked salt-spiced rim (New) (Available starting May 1)
• Shrimp & Chive Potstickers: Crispy chile-garlic sauce, fresh herbs and lime (New) (Available starting May 1)
• Crispy Chile Garlic Dipping Sauce (New) (Available starting May 1)
• Char Siu Bao: Sweet sticky roasted pork and sweet BBQ sauce dusted with paprika (Currently available)
• Lime Chicken Bao with butternut squash and fresh herbs (Currently available)
• Traditional Pork Lumpia: Pork and vegetable lumpia with sweet chili dipping sauce (Currently available)
• Sweet Lumpia: Pineapple and cream cheese-filled lumpia with DOLE Pineapple dipping sauce (Currently available)

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As a reminder, Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel are eligible for a Resort Future Stay offer. Guests can save 25-35% on a future resort stay on select dates now through 2025 — see below for offer details.

Details of this offer will be emailed directly to Guests on the morning of their checkout. In the weeks following, the offer will be shared with Guests through in-room collateral and on their in-room TVs. This offer is only bookable over the phone, and must be booked within 7 days from the date of checkout on the current reservation.

By: Disney Destinations

April 24, 2024

Today, we’re excited to reveal new character looks for Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto, and Chip and Dale for their visits to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point! Acclaimed Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett created these adorable looks, which showcase the vibrant spirit of the beloved Bahamian tradition, Junkanoo.

Theodore designed all eight looks with traditional Junkanoo style in mind, including eye-catching details like fringe. Can you spot it in Goofy’s vest? Like Mickey Mouse’s conch shell shorts and Minnie Mouse’s pineapple purse, Bahamian island inspiration also makes these vacation looks especially bright—check out the ocean waves and sun rays in Donald Duck and Chip and Dale’s looks.

“I envisioned creating a collection that not only highlighted Bahamian culture, but one that also allowed Mickey and his pals to look and feel as though they were comfortably on vacation, island style,” said Theodore. “’Junkanoo Fun in the Sun’ is an exclusive line-up of all things Bahamian, celebrating the beauty of The Bahamas, all tailored to match the varying personalities of Mickey and his pals.”

To match Mickey and Minnie Mouse’s raffia accessories, the natural Bahamian straw handiwork is woven into these outfits with straw visors, oversized beach hats and bucket hats on Donald and Daisy Duck, Goofy, and Chip and Dale. The adorable raffia poms on the dresses, shoes, hat brims and shoulder straps are also a nod to this traditional Bahamian craft!

Now, can we take a moment for Daisy Duck’s hat? And Goofy’s socks? Pluto looks vacation-ready with his dapper collar!

To learn more about Theodore Elyett and his inspiration for these fabulous outfits, take a look at this video. 

Stay tuned for more exciting Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point updates before the destination opens in June!

Pick up a Passholder-exclusive magnet featuring Stitch from the animated hit Lilo and Stitch, available at EPCOT from May 1 to June 26, 2024.

April 23, 2024

Mark your calendars: The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE takes place at Walt Disney World Aug. 29 through Nov. 23!

As many guests may know, there’s always something to celebrate in the neighborhoods of EPCOT, from nature and discovery to culture and cuisine. And while the park has so much to offer every day, here are a few things guests won’t want to miss at this year’s festival.

Global Marketplaces

Of course, it wouldn’t be the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival without the FOOD! Foodie fans can look forward to so many mouthwatering returning favorites.

Once again guests can indulge in Belgian Waffles with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream or Warm Chocolate Ganache at the Belgium Global Marketplace.

In Germany, say “guten tag” to Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce, while just over the mountain, The Alps will feature Dark Chocolate Fondue with Berries, Pound Cake, and Meringues.

Are guests looking for tropical flavors that will whisk them away to paradise? Passionfruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts will breeze back in the Hawai’i Marketplace!

Say Roquefort! (Or Gruyere or Gouda if guests prefer.) That’s right – Emile’s Fromage Montage also returns in 2024. This fun food stroll encourages guests to sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways. Guests can purchase any five cheese dishes from the official Global Marketplaces list in their Festival Passport and collect a stamp for each dish purchased. Once they’ve collected all five stamps, they can bring the passport to the specified location for a specialty unique item to enjoy!

That’s just an amuse bouche to excite guests for all the delectable flavors that are to come.

Crave-able Merch

Guests can take home a taste of the fun with magnificent merchandise that keeps the magic alive between visits, featuring beloved friends, like Remy from “Ratatouille” and Mickey Mouse.

And here’s a fun reveal: Everyone’s favorite purple dragon, Figment, will also be cooking up some fun this fall just in time for the festival. Want to see more? Here are a few more things we have up our chef coat sleeve, including fun drinkware from CORKCICLE.

CommuniCore Hall 

As we shared in a recent story, CommuniCore Hall will open on June 10 in the heart of World Celebration.

And, once the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins, the new space will add exciting fresh elements to the festival. Stay tuned for more!

Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Scavenger Hunts and More

As evening falls, chart-topping musical acts and Orlando’s top talent will take to the stage as part of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue. Performances will take place nightly in the America Gardens Theatre. Eat to the Beat Dining Packages will also return, ensuring guests can get seats for their favorite acts. We’ll have more details soon.

On the scavenger hunt front, guests can purchase a map (while supplies last) for Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak and search to find their favorite little chef hidden throughout World Showcase.

 There is so much to look forward to at the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival!

May the Force be with you! May the 4th is just around the corner and to celebrate this momentous occasion, we’ve put together all the out-of-this-world bites coming to Disney Parks.

From Walt Disney World Resort to Disneyland Resort, the culinary teams have created dishes that are blasted with flavors that will leave everyone charged up for their own mission. From returning favorites, like the iconic Lightsaber Churro at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or The Grinning Loth-cat Souvenir Mug at Disneyland Resort, this year’s festivities are shaping up to be quite the tasty occasion.

Our transmission has fully loaded, and it’s time to get to this year’s Foodie Guide to May the 4th. Enjoy!

Walt Disney World Resort  

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary, Backlot Express, PizzeRizzo, and Rosie’s All-American Café (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available)

• Jettison Juice: Minute Maid Lemonade and watermelon served with a glow cube (Non-alcoholic Beverage)

Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available)

• Mossberry Biscuit: Biscuit topped with ube and matcha icing, ube micro sponge cake, sprinkles, and dehydrated blueberries (New)

Dockside Diner (Currently available through May 31; mobile order available)

• Princess of Alderaan Shake: Salted caramel shake topped with whipped cream, edible glitter, and mini cinnamon rolls

Milk Stand (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available)

• Polystarch Puffbread: Croissants topped with blue and green milk craquelin served with yuzu-passion fruit-coconut dipping sauce (New) 

Rosie’s All-American Cafe (Available May 4 through 31; mobile order available)

• Mustafarian Puff: Red cream puff with cookies ‘n cream custard filling topped with chocolate cream cookie crumbs

Oasis Canteen, Sunshine Day Bar, Tune-In Lounge, and The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge (Available May 4 through 31)

• Cosmic Rum Punch: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Bacardí Superior Rum, pineapple juice, Minute Maid Lemonade, grenadine, and a glow cube

Anaheim Produce, Grand Avenue, Market, and Churro Cart (Available May 4 and 5 at Anaheim Produce, Grand Avenue, and Market, and May 4 through 31 at Churro Cart)

• Lightsaber Churro with chocolate sauce

Disney Springs 

Amorette’s Patisserie (Available May 1 through 6; mobile order available)

• Stormtrooper Petit Cake: Layers of chocolate chiffon, vanilla bean mousse, dark chocolate ganache, and cherries (New) 

The Ganachery (Available May 1 through 31) 

• Death Star Ganache Square: Ruby chocolate with 65% dark chocolate (New)
• Rebellion Ganache Square: White chocolate blended with dragon fruit enrobed in dark 65% chocolate (New)

COMING SOON! to Walt Disney World Resort

• Salvaged Stormtrooper Helmet Bucket (New) Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply;) 

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo (Available May 4 through August 22; mobile order available)

• Shaaken Beef with Tatooine Bounty with peppers, onions, and crispy kale (New) 

Kat Saka’s Kettle (Available May 4 through August 22)

• Kinyenian Topato Pie: Curry-spiced potatoes, mixed vegetables, and mint chutney (New)

Oga’s Cantina (Available starting May 4)

• Guava Coconut Milk with Basil Crystals: Guava juice, coconut milk, lime juice, and pure cane syrup topped with basil crystals (New)

Ronto Roasters (Available May 4 through August 22; mobile order available)

• Destran Ice Cap: Sprite and kiwi syrup with sweet cream cheese (Non-alcoholic Beverage) (New)

Beverage Carts Throughout Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (Available May 4 through August 22)

• Galma Garlic Puffs: Green curry-flavored garlic puffs (New)

Novelties Throughout Disneyland Resort

• The Grinning Loth-cat Souvenir Mug: Includes Guava Coconut Milk with Basil Crystals (New)
  • Disneyland park: Oga’s Cantina

• Sap Tap Cup: Includes fountain beverage at time of purchase (New)(Limit 10 per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available starting May 4). Available at the following locations:
  • Disneyland Park: Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, Galactic Grill, Ronto Roasters
• Salvaged Stormtrooper Helmet Bucket (New) (Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply;available starting May 4). Available at the following locations:
  • Disneyland Park: Galactic Grill, Kat Saka’s Kettle, beverage carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Popcorn near Star Trader
• Acid Spitter Orb Sipper: Includes fountain beverage at time of purchase (Limit 10 per person, per transaction). Available at the following locations:
  • Disneyland Park: Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, Oga’s Cantina, Ronto Roasters
• Droid Parts Premium Vessel (Limit 10 per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available starting May 4). Available at the following locations:
  • Disneyland Park: Beverage Carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Our stomachs cannot wait to celebrate May the 4th this year! There’s truly no limit to the foodie adventures to be had at Disney Parks across the world.

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

We’ve put all the delicious bites coming to Pixar Fest together for guests in the official Foodie Guide to keep guests feeling more like Joy – than Anger with hunger.

Guests are in for quite the treat because kicking off on April 26, Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort will serve up the fun and the flavor with plenty of exciting happenings all across the resort. Through August 4, 2024, guests can enjoy all the Pixar experiences their heart desires with can’t-miss offerings like the “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade, “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” Club Pixar, and, of course, plenty of Pixar-themed food!

Guests will be met with celebratory bites and sips inspired by some of their favorite Disney Pixar characters and films, including the brand-new Sea Monster Friends Parfait at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe from “Luca” and the Adventure is Out There! Sundae at Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream from “Up,” along with special marketplaces opening up in Disney California Adventure park on May 10. And what celebration would be complete without some novelties, like the Slinky Dog Sipper!

Guests who are interested in a little extra excitement and sweetness for the “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade are in luck because the Pixar Pals Dessert Package gives them reserved seating along with a selection of delicious desserts to enjoy. Guests should be sure to book this unique offering ahead of time if interested, available soon on Disneyland.com.

It’s time to just keep snacking. We’re pleased to present the incredible Foodie Guide to Pixar Fest!

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