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This Disney World Spot Has a Shiner BEER Cupcake That Can Be Ordered Online!

Father’s Day is coming up soon and if your dad loves cupcakes as much as we do, then we have some great news for you!

This Disney World Spot Has a Shiner BEER Cupcake That Can Be Ordered Online!

Sprinkles Cupcakes

Sprinkles locations (including the Disney Springs shop) are offering an awesome limited-edition cupcake for Father’s Day and you’ll never believe what it’s made with. Check out the limited-edition Shiner Dive Bar Cupcake!

The Shiner Dive Bar Cupcake is a pretzel crust-lined chocolate chip-studded potato chip cake, topped with Shiner beer-infused dark chocolate frosting, a chocolate-covered pretzel, and a chocolate-dipped potato chip. That sounds like the sweet AND salty treat of our dreams!

This Disney World Spot Has a Shiner BEER Cupcake That Can Be Ordered Online!

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This limited-time cupcake is available for pre-order only! You can order NOW online through June 17th for pick-up or delivery June 19th through June 21st. We can’t WAIT to try out one of these guys. Happy early Father’s Day!

Will you be snagging the Shiner Dive Bar Cupcakes for Father’s Day? Tell us in the comments!

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A Golden Celebration of Disney History

This week, we announced that D23 will be celebrating the Walt Disney Archives and its Golden Anniversary throughout the month of June and we hope that all of you will join us for an inside look at the wonders of this amazing collection of “everything Disney.”

A Golden Celebration of Disney History

The Archives is the company’s repository for all of its treasures – from film to television to parks around the world.  And its vaults hold incredible riches like Walt Disney’s correspondence files, the contract that started the Walt Disney Company, Mary Poppins carpet bag, the Nautilus, Mousketeer Annette’s famous sweater and even amazing treasures like the first ticket to Disneyland and Walt Disney’s own (#1) park nametag. So, we hope you’ll join us for special peek into the Archives this month, and if you want to see even more, we’ll be premiering a brand new film called “Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives.”

This new short-form documentary celebrates all 50 years of collecting and preserving the history of the Walt Disney Company.  Hosted by renowned producer Don Hahn, the film gives viewers a look inside rarely-seen Archives locations, including those at Disneyland park, Disney California Adventure park, and the Studio Lot through a historical lens. Each stop on our adventure features treasured artifacts–some are obscure, others are iconic–but all have played a pivotal role in Disney history. The culmination of the film brings us to one of the Archives’ most amazing achievements—the restored Offices of Walt Disney.

So here’s to another 50 years and beyond Preserving the Magic of The Walt Disney Company!

For more details on the Archive’s anniversary, visit D23.com.

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What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

You’ve been planning your Disney World vacation for months (congratulations!!), and it’s about time to head out the door.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Disney’s Riviera Resort

But, instead of feeling excited, you might be spending more time worrying about things you could forget or what may go wrong during your trip! Whether you’ve gone to Disney once or ten times, it’s totally normal to get those pre-trip jitters.

However, we’re here to tell you about things that you don’t have to worry about the next time you go to Disney World (so you can get to relaxing even more quickly!).

Getting Sick in the Happiest Place on Earth

No matter how much we hope we won’t catch a cold in Disney World, sometimes it just happens (even though it’s a massive bummer when you want to ride Toy Story Mania three times in a row).

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Toy Story Mania

Although it can be frustrating when you or a family member gets sick while at the Most Magical Place on Earth, there are still ways to get around feeling ill during your vacation.

Motion Sickness

If you know that you are prone to nausea or lightheadedness after riding attractions, be sure to pack some Bonine or Dramamine with you before you head into the parks. Trust us — it can be a life-saver for the days you feel extra adventurous and ride Tower and Terror and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster back-to-back!

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster

If you take Bonine earlier in the day, it will probably help relieve some of that motion sickness so you can enjoy more in the parks.

Dehydration

After you’ve spent an entire day in Magic Kingdom in that boiling Florida sun walking 10,000 steps and then some, hydration is KEY to surviving in Disney World. But, when you’re running from Space Mountain to sit on Main Street for the Festival of Fantasy Parade, dehydration can creep up on you quickly if you’re not drinking enough water.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Festival of Fantasy

While we recommend to always have a hydrating drink with you, First Aid Stations are available around the parks if you feel faint or dehydrated. The Cast Members will give you a place to cool off for a bit and sports drink to rehydrate before you go back to pound the Disney World pavement.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Blizzard Beach First Aid

You can find where the nearest First Aid Station is located in each park by using the My Disney Experience app!

Medication Delivery

There’s no sure-fire way to get rid of a cold or the flu ASAP in Disney World, but you CAN have prescription medication delivered to your resort directly or to the First Aid Stations in each park to help curb your symptoms. Remember, if you have a contagious illness, it’s best to wait it out in your room!

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Gift Shop Medicine

Gift shops in the parks and resorts also keep a stock of different pain relief, stomach relief, allergy, and cold medications that you can pick up.

Although we’d all like to see and do everything we can in Disney World, one of the best ways to get better is to rest. It’s more important to take care of yourself so you can conquer a new day all rejuvenated and ready to go instead of pushing yourself too hard (and possibly making yourself feel worse).

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Mickey Waffles in Bed!

Note: since room service won’t initially be available when the parks reopen, make sure you have a few packaged items in your room just in case you need to spend a day inside!

Packing Every Little Thing You’ll Need

If you’re like us, you might be guilty of waiting until the last minute to pack (like the morning of your vacation sometimes). But, even if you plan and pack way ahead of time, leaving something important behind is a fear for many travelers.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Ears Section of World of Disney

While you may not want to forget the essentials, packing for Disney World doesn’t have to be a daunting thing. After all, you’re going on VACATION, friends!! If you’re not sure what to bring or you don’t want to leave something behind, follow along with the ultimate Disney packing list as you get everything together.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Rose Gold Suitcases

Although we all feel like we might need to pack 20 pairs of socks or eight pairs of shoes, there’s no need to overpack for your trip. If you leave something behind, you can always pop into a gift shop to pick up an extra pair of sunglasses or a new water bottle! (We don’t need to be told twice to go on a Disney World shopping spree! )

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Dapper Day Sunglasses

Note there are a few things banned in the parks, so leave items like selfie sticks and toy weapons behind. Who wants to go through the hassle of bringing something they won’t be able to use in the parks, anyways?

Plus, you can leave bulky items like pool towels and hairdryers behind since your Disney resort will provide them to you at no additional cost.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Pool Towels

You can also cut down on the amount you take with you by shipping things directly to your resort. The Disney resorts allow you to have anything from packages to groceries delivered right to your Disney resort.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Art of Animation Lobby

Even if your kid will only eat a certain kind of granola bar or you need enough diapers for two toddlers, you don’t have to worry about packing them. Get just what you need for the length of your trip delivered to your hotel instead of cramming it all in your already-full suitcases!

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Wilderness Lodge Lobby

Need even MORE packing advice? Watch our Ultimate Packing List video here!!

The “Perfect” Vacation

This is a big one, folks — things go wrong on vacations all the time. We can’t predict when our kids will have meltdowns or when you’ll be late for an Advance Dining Reservation. It’s important to roll with the flow when you’re in Disney World without freaking out if something doesn’t go exactly to plan.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Rise of the Resistance

Since there are plenty of unexpected factors that can’t be planned around, your plans could always change, depending on what is happening that day. If something DOES go wrong, though, Cast Members are there to help you fix things like dining reservations, ticket mishaps, and more. (Hey, you might even get lucky and snag one of those No Strings Attached Passes!)

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Pinocchio Pass

Besides, everyone in your party will not have the same definition of a “perfect” vacation. Your grandmother may just want to chill at one of the restaurants, while your kiddos could love doing all the character meet-and-greets. You may be the person who can hop on every attraction and stay in the parks from rope drop until closing, but someone else with you might REALLY need that afternoon nap.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Rope Drop

You’ll have to consider what everybody you’re with wants to do to make sure everyone has a magical vacation.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Disney World

It’s all about compromise, folks! Even if you DON’T want to watch PhilharMagic for the hundredth time, your family member could consider it one of the best parts of their vacation. Keep everyone’s opinions in mind and make time for each person’s favorites.

Not Finding a Good Spot for the Fireworks or Parades

You know the spiel where you “HAVE” to look for a spot at LEAST thirty minutes or more before the parade or fireworks start, or you won’t have a good place to watch them? If you’re looking for a very specific spot right in front of Cinderella Castle, this might be true. But, for the most part, you can still enjoy that Disney magic without sacrificing your time in the parks.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Happily Ever After

Now, when the parks reopen, there won’t even BE any fireworks or parades, so BAM — problem solved.  But once the parades and fireworks come back (and we know they will!), here are a few great tips to create a little more zen for you as you plan.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Fireworks will be canceled temporarily in Disney World, but they’ll be back!

We’ve found a few spots that are GREAT for fireworks viewings that most people don’t hang around during the show! These spots are best for folks who’ve seen the shows at least once before and already had the full experience. Although you might not be able to fully watch the projections, you can get a one-of-a-kind view of the fireworks in each park that offers them in places like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the entrance to Tomorrowland, and next to the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

Part of the fun of Disney vacations is trying new things, so maybe you can find a NEW favorite spot to watch the fireworks the next time you’re in Disney World!

Parades are a teensy bit different than the fireworks, however, since you can’t always find a spot to stand or sit if it’s crowded.

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Festival of Fantasy

In general in Magic Kingdom, the very start or very end of the parade route is typically the easiest to get a close view last minute. But even if you happen to find a last-minute place standing next to a trash can or at the very end of Main Street, the parade is still just as enjoyable. You can take in all the floats, dancers, costumes, and music from wherever you’re at as the show passes by you (don’t forget to wave to Mickey!).

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Mickey Mouse

However, if you’re willing to shell out some extra cash for an extra great place to watch a show, there are multiple dining packages in the parks that will give you a VIP viewing section. You can snack on some desserts as you watch Happily Ever After, feast on a great lunch before Festival of Fantasy, or have a nice dinner with your family before watching Fantasmic!

What Every Disney Fan Worries About (But Totally Shouldn’t)

Happily Ever After…Now With Alcohol!

Disney Resorts even offer some great fireworks viewing locations, like Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Riviera Resort! Dinner and a show sound like a great evening, right??

Although we totally understand the stress of worrying about things that could go wrong during your vacation after all that planning, take a deep breath and ENJOY it! You still get to go to the Most Magical Place on Earth with your family. So, if you’re feeling worried, remember a very important lesson from Timon and Pumbaa — hakuna matata, friends!

For more great tips and solutions to problems…

What are some of the things you worry about the most before your Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments below!

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Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Canceled for 2020

Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Canceled for 2020 Food & Wine Classic

Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Canceled that was to take place on November 6th and 7th has been canceled for 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 concerns.

Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Canceled for 2020

We noticed today that tickets for the event are no longer available on their website.

Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Canceled for 2020 Fantastic Food & Wine Classic

A spokesperson from the Swan & Dolphin states that the event for 2020 has been canceled and expect this fan-favorite event to return in 2021.

No word on refunds for those who purchased their tickets already…

Don’t forget… Disney’s Swan and Dolphin will be hosting MLS starting on July 8th and will begin accepting new reservations starting on July 29th.

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Disney’s Swan & Dolphin accepting reservations starting on July 29th

Disney’s Swan & Dolphin accepting reservations starting on July 29th Swan & Dolphin

There’s good news for those waiting to learn the opening dates for additional Walt Disney World Resorts. Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Resorts are now accepting reservations for July 29th, 2020.

Technically, the Swan & Dolphin Resorts are Marriott-owned even though they lie between two Disney theme parks. The Swan and Dolphin website previously stated that the hotels will be closed until July 29th. The site also gives more information for guests with reservations:

“In order to better serve our guests during the temporary closure of Walt Disney World Theme Parks and hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin will close effective Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 12:00pm EST through July 29, 2020.

Resort reservations does not guarantee entrance into Disney theme parks.

For guests with existing reservations for any future arrival date, including reservations with pre-paid rates that are typically more restrictive, we will allow full changes or cancellation without a charge up to 24 hours prior to arrival will be allowed, as long as the change or cancellation is made by July 29, 2020. Please note that any changes to existing reservations will be subject to availability and any rate differences.

For guests making new reservations for any future arrival date, including reservations with pre-paid rates, between today and July 29, 2020, we will allow the reservation to be changed or cancelled at no charge up to 24 hours before your scheduled arrival date. Please note that changes to the reservation will be subject to availability and any rate differences.”

Source: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

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