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Parents have all been there at one time or another. Your kid has a case of the hangries and you need something to feed them RIGHT NOW. And while Disney Springs has a variety of dining options, a sit-down location won’t work, and even some quick service locations can end up with lengthy lines. (Fun fact: I still haven’t eaten at Chicken Guy because I’m line-adverse and have never seen it without a line that has made me walk away.)

For those times when every second counts, here’s some choices at Disney Springs for quick snack options..

West Side

Starbucks (With Mobile Order from the Starbucks app as needed; also available at Marketplace)

Although lines for drinks at Starbucks can get lengthy, usually if you’re just ordering food, you order will come up fairly fast. If you arrive and the line looks lengthy, you can alway mobile order at this location through the Starbucks app to save some time in line. When it comes to a quick kid-friendly snack, take a look at the protein box options, which contain items like cheese, fruits, or vegetables.

The Landing

Erin McKenna’s Bakery

With its focus on dairy/egg/soy/gluten-free baked goods, you can almost convince yourself that a cookie there is health food! (That’s what I tell myself anyhow. . . ) Grabbing an oatmeal raisin or chocolate chip cookie can be a quick way to satisfy a temporary hunger crisis, and the baked goods there are delicious.

Town Center

The Daily Poutine

The servings at The Daily Poutine are certainly meal-worthy, but if you’re looking for a snack that the family can split, here’s my trick for you. Order the Classic Poutine but have them leave off the gravy. Suddenly, you’ve got a bowl of French fries and cheese curds — a really great finger food snack! Of course if you are a poutine purist and want it with gravy, it still will satisfy kid cravings — just make sure to get a fork and some napkins.

 

The Marketplace

Sunshine Churros (also available at the West Side)

With a variety of churros from ones dipped in Nutella to the classic traditional cinnamon flavor, and even seasonal varieties, a churro is a quick snack that is sure to please. Its Marketplace location, just outside of World of Disney, means it is a great place to stop after your Disney shopping spree.

 

Honorable Mention: Wetzel’s Pretzels (Marketplace and West Side)

Although the Marketplace location sometimes gets a bit of a line and seems to be fairly slow overall, there’s something wonderfully addictive about those warm pretzels. A serving of “Wetzel Bitz” (little pretzel nuggets that you can get with or without dipping sauces) really hits the spot.

Do you have any secret selections for snacks at Disney Springs? What’s your go-to when you need a snack right now? Let us know in the comments.

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Planning a trip to Disney World looks a little different these days; and since new situations call for new tools, the TouringPlans Lines app (the highest-rated Disney World app in iTunes and Google Play!) has received a major update for iOS users (with an Android update coming in the future) improving those features users love! Today I’m going to show you how to utilize the new and improved app’s filtering feature for both dining and attractions!

Let’s start with the app’s main page where I’m going to select the Magic Kingdom from the display below.

Dining Filter

What you see below is the app’s Magic Kingdom page after I’ve selected the Dining tab. This is where every Magic Kingdom dining location, from table service restaurants to snack carts, is listed in alphabetical order along with our readers’ ratings, price information, and more!

Now if you prefer to narrow down your Magic Kingdom dining options, you need to select the Filter icon and switch it from off to on. It’s the icon that’s underlined in the image above.

Once you do…

…what’s shown above is what you will see! Here you can filter the restaurant list by ratings and/or type. This means you can select exceptional from the Ratings AND Quick Service from the list of restaurant types!

Attractions Filter

Now let’s go back to the Magic Kingdom’s page and select the Attractions tab. Here every Magic Kingdom attraction is listed in alphabetical order as seen below.

Here you will find a ride summary, ratings, our expected wait time plus Disney’s posted waits, and our suggestion for whether you should ride now or wait. But again, if you prefer to narrow down the list and tailor the attraction selection to your preferences or that of your group, switch that Filter icon from off to on.

Once you do, what’s pictured below is what pops up on your screen.

These categories are different filters to help narrow down that lengthy list of Magic Kingdom attractions in order to put together that perfect touring plan for your Magic Kingdom day.

The filters range from height requirements to ratings to age groups; but personally speaking, I love the filter for Will I Get Wet? That’s something guests want to know so they don’t end up unexpectedly soaked!

I also love the filter for Air Conditioning! If you’re familiar with Central Florida’s signature sunshine and humidity, you know how brilliant and helpful this filter truly is.

I already mentioned that there are age group filters, but there are options within that each age group filter ranging from Any to Exceptional in order to truly tailor the results to your unique group.

Another great filter, especially for those visiting the Magic Kingdom with little ones in tow, is the filter for whether or not your attraction selection Has Seats.

So that’s my tutorial for how to use the Lines 2.0 app’s filtering feature for both dining and attractions! Be sure to download the Lines 2.0 app for your trip to Walt Disney World to save time in line and to make planning in these unprecedented times a little easier.

Have you checked out the new Lines 2.0 app? Let us know in the comments!

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If it’s 40 degrees where you are right now and you’re packing for a Disney trip, it can be easy to forget to pack your swimsuit. With some of the Disney theme parks closing earlier than you might be used to (we’re looking at you Animal Kingdom!), you may decide that taking an evening swim fits into your schedule when it might have been something you’ve skipped in the past. Or, if you’ve got kids who haven’t worn their swimsuits since summer and suddenly they don’t fit, swimsuits may not be available at your local big box retailer where you are coming from.

Whatever the reason, you’ve found yourself at Walt Disney World, you want to go swimming, and you need a swimsuit.

The good news is that swimsuits are available at Walt Disney World. . . Sort of.

In general, you won’t have a problem finding swimwear from swim diapers and young kid swimwear up to tween-age swimsuits for boys and girls. You’ll be able to find a small selection at most resort gift shops and even in the theme parks. Keep in mind, selections will be limited, however, and prices may be a bit steep compared to what you’re used to. Expect to spend about $30 for a pair of swim trunks or a girl’s swimsuit.

For adults, finding a swimsuit that fits well may be a bit more challenging. There are very VERY limited amounts of swimwear available at most resorts — think one or two styles/patterns each for men and women. And if you’re a woman who finds getting a swimsuit with a good fit is a challenge, you may be out of luck when it comes to what you’ll find at your hotel.

Although Florida big box stores, such as Walmart and Target, do have swimwear seasons and don’t sell large selections all the time, the stores close to the theme park area do offer a modest selection of swimwear year-round. (It is Florida, after all.) Some stores may offer the ability to place an order online for easy pickup. If you can find what you’re looking for at one of them and if you have transportation to get there, that will be your most value- and time-conscious option.

The average guest, however, may find that the options at their resort aren’t going to work for them, and they don’t have transportation to head off property easily. For those guests, your best bet is Disney Springs. Specifically, for the whole family, try the Ron Jon Surf Shop. For women, you can also try Everything But Water. You may also find a few additional options at World of Disney.

And, if all else fails, you can certainly sit around the pool and even dangle your legs in wearing normal park clothes. It may not be the full swimming experience, but it would be better than nothing, and just soaking your feet in the pool after a long day of walking does feel really, really good.

Have you ever had to purchase a swimsuit at Walt Disney World? Did you have luck finding anything that met your needs? Let us know in the comments.

 

 

 

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