Whether it’s a day trip to Disneyland or a week-long adventure at Disney World, hands down, you’re going to need a survival kit. We’re not talking some dinky sack full of bulky water bottles, miscellaneous snacks, and, like, maybe a tube of Chapstick — no. We’re talking the ultimate Disney packing list that’ll keep your Disney vacation from turning into an overly expensive, strenuous, sweat-fest of a nightmare — and you can find it all below.
Donald’s Dino-Bash! Brings Dino-tastic Energy to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park has always been a go-to park for families with little kids. It’s definitely got a more chill vibe than the other parks and there is so much here to do for little ones. In DinoLand U.S.A. kids can dig for bones in the Boneyard, sing along at “Finding Nemo – The Musical” or soar high on TriceraTop Spin. The debut of Donald’s Dino-Bash! brings loads of new character greetings to DinoLand U.S.A. There’s also a chance for little ones to shake their tail feathers with Chip ‘n Dale during a late afternoon dance party celebrating Donald’s discovery that ducks are actually descendants of dinosaurs. Who knew? Take a look as these kids show off some dance moves and meet characters like Launchpad McQuack and Daisy Duck
Storybook Dining at Artist Point Debuts This Winter at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Magic mirror on the wall, what is the fairest character dining of all?
This winter, it will most certainly be the all-new character dining experience opening at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge!
Storybook Dining at Artist Point will invite guests to venture into an Enchanted Forest-like setting inspired by Walt Disney’s “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” There, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal of fantastic fare with visits from Snow White, Dopey and Grumpy. Delightful music and activities will help bring the classic fairytale to life, and they’ll even have an opportunity for an encounter with The Queen.
This immersive character dinner takes place amidst the rustic elegance and exceptional dining that Artist Point is known for. You will enjoy a uniquely themed prix fixe menu, including shared starters, a choice of individual plated entrees and ‘sweet spells’ to finish the meal.
We’ll have more information to share soon, including menu offerings, an opening date and when you can book reservations as well as where Guests might be able to find select fan-favorite Artist Point menu items in the future.
Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White is slated to begin this winter.
Mobile Ordering Expands to Seven New Locations at Disneyland Resort
Mobile ordering captured the attention of Disneyland® Resort Guests when it launched earlier this year with 15 fast casual and quick-service restaurant locations across Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure® Park. And over the next few weeks, the convenient service will be added to seven more locations!
Starting today, Guests can use mobile ordering to purchase their favorite food and beverage options from Bayside Brews at Disney California Adventure Park, as well as Harbour Galley and Tiki Juice Bar at Disneyland Park. This includes using mobile order to pick up the legendary Dole Whip! There will be even more choices next month when mobile ordering expands to Edelweiss Snacks, Stage Door Café, Refreshment Corner and Royal Street Veranda at Disneyland Park.
How does ordering a classic lobster roll from Harbour Galley to pick up before watching “Fantasmic!” sound?
Using the Disneyland App, your Clients can simply search for a participating location, select an arrival time window for pickup, choose items from the menu and place an order. Their linked credit card will be charged when they notify the restaurant of their arrival. No more waiting in lines to order or pay!
This convenient service is just one of the many ways we continue to enhance the Guest experience at Disneyland Resort, including Disney MaxPass also on the Disneyland App. Happy ordering!
Mobile ordering is subject to restrictions and change without notice.
Minnie Van Shuttle Service Now Available Between Walt Disney World Resort Hotels and Orlando International Airport
Today, we’re excited to share some exciting news about the popular Minnie Van service at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Minnie Van shuttle service between Walt Disney World Resort hotels and Orlando International Airport is now available for room-only or stand-alone bookings. While this service is currently non-commissionable, please stay tuned for future details regarding the option to include this service as a commissionable package component.
Book by calling 407-WDW-PLAY. Please note Minnie Van Airport Shuttles are not bookable online or via the Lyft app. The cost is $150 each way, gratuity not included. ADA accessible vehicles are available.
Pick up at Orlando International Airport is located by the baggage claim escalators. Hours of operation for flight arrivals are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours of operation for flight departures are 9 a.m.-12 a.m. Operating Vehicle capacity is 6 passengers and 8 medium-sized suitcases. Up to 3 complimentary car seats are available per trip
Please note Minnie Van shuttle service to and from Orlando International Airport is not available for Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, Four Seasons Resort Orlando, Disney Springs® Resort Area Hotels, Walt Disney World Gateway Hotels or Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotels.
What Disney classic movie is the favorite in your state?
A new report from CableTV.com found the favorite Disney classic movie by state. They looked at Google Trends data over the last five years to determine which films garnered the most interest in each state.
Braves 2019 Spring Training Home Schedule Features Games Against Marquee Opponents Including 2017 World Series Champion Houston Astros, New York Yankees and Washington Nationals
The 2019 Atlanta Braves’ final home spring training schedule at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex features games against some of the top teams in Major League Baseball including the 2017 World Champion Houston Astros, New York Yankees and Washington Nationals.
The Braves begin their home spring training schedule at Champion Stadium on Monday, Feb. 25 when they battle the Nationals. First pitch is set for 1:05 pm.
The Braves will play 16 home games against 10 different teams at Champion Stadium, including three games against the Detroit Tigers and two games each against the Astros, Miami Marlins, New York Mets and the Nationals. The Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals and Toronto Blue Jays will make one visit each to Disney.
Atlanta is scheduled to play a trio of night games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex against the Phillies (March 8), Yankees (March 18) and Tigers (March 22). Those games start at 6:05 pm.
The Braves face the Mets March 23 at 1:05 pm in their final spring training game at Champion Stadium before moving to their new spring training facility in North Port, Fla.
Disney character appearances and special interactive moments, such as kids running the bases are some of the in-game entertainment opportunities that make Braves spring training at Disney a grand slam.
Individual spring training game tickets for Braves spring training games at Disney range from $15.00 (general admission lawn seats) to $60.00 (lower level reserved seats) and will go on sale November 19.
Tickets are available through the Atlanta Braves’ website (braves.com/springtraining), ESPN Wide World of Sports box office and through Ticketmaster (1-800-745-3000).
Oga’s Cantina Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019
No self-respecting remote outpost on the edge of the galaxy would call itself a smuggler’s planet without a cantina, and Black Spire Outpost is no exception. Today, we’re pleased to share more details for Oga’s Cantina, which will be serving pilots, bounty hunters, smugglers, locals and galactic travelers alike, when it opens in 2019.
Artist concept of Cantina inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (Disney Enterprises, Inc./Lucasfilm Ltd.)
Visitors come to this notorious local watering hole to unwind, conduct shady business, and maybe even encounter a friend…or a foe. Run by an intriguing alien proprietor, Oga Garra, the cantina adheres to a strict code of conduct that tries to keep its unruly patrons in check. But with a history of being a smugglers’ safe haven and a popular stopping point for those seeking to avoid the authorities, you can bet that the cantina has a story or two to tell.
Oga’s Cantina is the kind of establishment that attracts some of the most interesting and disreputable characters in the galaxy. And you never know when a stormtrooper or a familiar face will show up. Patrons of the cantina come from across the galaxy to sample the famous concoctions created with exotic ingredients using “otherworldly” methods, served in unique vessels. With choices for kids and libations for adults, the cantina will make for a great stop!
Musical entertainment is provided courtesy of RX-24, the former StarSpeeder 3000 pilot droid we first met in Star Tours, who has re-envisioned himself as the cantina’s DJ. As quirky and talkative as ever, he’s still trying to do his best on the job.
Your Clients will be able to listen to some unique music, taste the best drinks in the galaxy, and surround themselves with a colorful cast of characters. You never know what will happen at the cantina!
Oga’s Cantina opens its doors at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019 at both Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort.
The Best Attractions At Disney’s California Adventure, Ranked By Three Disney Megafans
As with our previous list, every ride is ranked on a ten-point scale, averaged between the three of us. While some tie scores are listed, if attractions receive three identical scores, an attraction may rank higher if it receives a significantly higher score from any one judge. With all of that in mind, here we go…
Labor Day Fan Zone Event Added to Youth Sports Action at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex This Weekend
Fans have an extra reason to visit ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex this Labor Day weekend. The sports complex, which is hosting two top youth sports events, will also debut a new fan-friendly festival event.
The Labor Day Fan Zone takes place Saturday and Sunday inside the Visa Athletic Center and will be an interactive event featuring high-energy music by a popular DJ, food and beverage options, event merchandise, vendor booths, character greetings and big-screen televisions showing various sporting events. The event runs 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., both days.
Access to the Labor Day Fan Zone is included in the admission price to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (Adults and kids ages 10-over is $18.50; children ages 3 – 9 is $13.50).
The Labor Day Fan Zone is designed to give fans a fun experience while at the sports complex this weekend for the Disney Labor Day Baseball Classic and the Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier.
The Disney Labor Day Baseball Classic is Friday through Monday (Aug. 31-Sept. 3) and the Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier Saturday through Monday.
More than 260 athletes from 43 teams – including five from the U.S. Virgin Islands and five from Puerto Rico – will participate in the Disney Labor Day Baseball Classic.
Nearly 4,400 boys and girls soccer players from 270 teams around the country will be competing in the Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier. Champions from the various age group divisions at the Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier earn automatic selection into the Disney Girls’ Soccer Showcase (Nov. 22-25) and the Disney Boys’ Soccer Showcase (Dec. 27-31), which are nationally regarded as the top youth soccer tournaments in the country, attracting hundreds of college coaches looking for top recruits.
For more information about upcoming events at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, visit www.espnwwos.com.
