RUMOR: New Show to Replace “Celebrate the Magic” Nighttime Spectacular

WDWNT on October 31, 2016

The Celebrate the Magic projection show that takes place on Cinderella Castle nightly at the Magic Kingdom is rumored to be replaced soon.

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The recent projection system upgrades that took place late in the Summer and some work surrounding the Castle point to the show’s replacement. Note that this replacement would be another projection-only show, not a replacement for the larger Wishes! nighttime spectacular, which is still heavily rumored as well.

We expect an announcement from Disney very soon on this change.

CONFIRMED: “Once Upon a Time” Replaces “Celebrate the Magic” Nighttime Show on November 4th

WDWNT on October 31, 2016

As we reported yesterday, “Celebrate the Magic” at the Magic Kingdom is on its way out, and “Once Upon a Time” from Tokyo Disneyland is on its way in.

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In this new-to-the-U.S. show, Mrs. Potts from “Beauty and the Beast” shares bedtime stories with Chip, taking them on a magical trip through the most adventurous scenes from favorite Disney films like “Cinderella,” “Peter Pan,” “Alice in Wonderland” and “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.”

Scenes include a flight with Peter Pan from London to Never Land, the Mad Hatter’s whimsical tea party, and a daring duel between Gaston and Beast. Mrs. Potts and Chip end their bedtime story with a grand finale that includes appearances by characters from even more Disney films.

The show, which is a version of what currently operates at Tokyo Disneyland Park (minus a lot of pyro as the Tokyo show is essentially the park’s nightly fireworks show), uses projection mapping technology to cover every nook and cranny of Cinderella Castle in vibrant images that appear almost three-dimensional.

“Once Upon A Time: Where Stories Take You Anywhere” will replace the 4-year-old “Celebrate the Magic” projection show, which will end its run on November 3. “Once Upon a Time” debuts November 4th.

REVIEW: Liberty Tree Tavern Removes Pot Roast & Turkey Lunch Meals In Favor of Family Style Meals

WDWNT on October 31, 2016

If you have been to the Liberty Tree Tavern for lunch at the Magic Kingdom, you without a doubt are familiar with the New England Pot Roast and Pilgrims’ Feast meals. If you aren’t, here is the old menu to refresh your memory a bit:

Lunch menu at Liberty Tree Tavern, February 2016

Lunch menu at Liberty Tree Tavern, February 2016

Liberty Tree Tavern has always been one of my favorite lunch spots at the park, being fairly inexpensive and having a menu of really solid comfort food. In fact, you can read my glowing review of the former lunch menu that I did back in February if you want to hear more about it.

On Wednesday, October 26th, 2016, the menu above ceased to be. In its place was this:

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

New Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch Menu, October 2016

Now, not only are the Pot Roast and the Pilgrims’ Feast gone, but as you can see, the menu has been greatly reduced in overall options. You can still get turkey if you really want it, but you will have to order the infamous “All-You-Care-to-Enjoy” meal which is now also offered at lunch in addition to dinner, where it has always been.

Is the move a positive one, or is this another Plaza Restaurant style disaster? Let’s find out.

Liberty Tree Tavern “All You Care to Eat” Family Style Meal ($33.00 Adults, $19.00 Children)

The “all you care to enjoy” feast includes 3 courses: Declaration Salad, The Patriot’s Platter, and then dessert.

Liberty Tree Tavern bread and butter

Liberty Tree Tavern bread and butter

The meal begins with bread and the Declaration Salad. The bread is probably the highlight of the meal, soft, flaky rolls served with a sweet honey butter.

Declaration Salad

Declaration Salad

The salad is very standard, but good for what it is. I actually prefer the salad at the Diamond Horseshoe, but that is where compliments for that dining establishment end.

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Liberty Tree Tavern macaroni and cheese

Liberty Tree Tavern macaroni and cheese

On to the main course, the macaroni and cheese is a highlight if you enjoy such a dish, but there’s nothing really special about it. Sometime you just want some good mac and cheese though, it doesn’t always need a gimmick.

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot's Platter

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot’s Platter

As for the meats, the turkey is always a highlight, cooked well enough and rather enjoyable. I thought the pork had a weird flavor to it and was a little fatty for my taste. The sliced prime rib was fine, although depending on the batch you end up with, it might more closely resemble an inferior piece of beef. There was some au jus on the side with it, which I would recommend dousing it with.

The au jus, complete with a hidden EasyWDW in it

The au jus, complete with a hidden EasyWDW in it

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot's Platter

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot’s Platter

Our second helping was much healthier, but the prime rib had a very different appearance.

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot's Platter

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot’s Platter

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot's Platter

Liberty Tree Tavern Patriot’s Platter

The mashed potatoes and the stuffing are just as good as I remember, and the seasonal vegetables were good enough.

Liberty Tree Tavern Bread Pudding

Liberty Tree Tavern Bread Pudding

The dessert offered with the feast is the warm bread pudding. This was really good, but the entire time I was eating it, I just wished that I was at Ohana at the Polynesian Village Resort (home of the world’s greatest bread pudding in my opinion). Also, the pieces of crust in here were really hard to chew, but otherwise the rest was moist and delicious.

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Since the clam chowder and the cheeseburger stayed on the menu, my usual lunch order from Liberty Tree Tavern is still available, but it is hard to deny that this is a significant downgrade to the Liberty Tree Tavern. The Liberty Boys BLT with pork belly was delicious, the soup of the day was a nice offering, and the pot roast and cheaper Pilgrims’ Feast were a beloved mainstay of the menu, and now all of that is gone. In the short time we sat down for lunch, we saw two guests complain about the removal of the pot roast and Pilgrims’ Feast. The couple seated next to us up and left just minutes after being seated, and the table adjacent to them was given a “no strings” FastPass after complaining that they had to order something else.

While I occasionally find myself craving the comfort food of the “all you care to eat” offering, I would much rather have the diverse lunch menu and instead come to Liberty Tree Tavern for dinner if that is in fact what I wanted. Instead, you now have a restaurant that may only be a notch above the Diamond Horseshoe Saloon… and that’s bad… really bad.

I still enjoy the “all-you-care-to eat” meal, but the Magic Kingdom has changed a lot in the last few years. What was one of my favorite meals at the park (albeit originally with the added offering of Disney characters for dinner) now exists in a world with Skipper Canteen, the sweet and spicy chicken and waffle sandwich, and even a Pecos Bill’s menu that I really enjoy. In a brave-new-dining-world of far superior choices, I can’t in good conscious recommend a visit to Liberty Tree Tavern for lunch unless you really just want what is pictured above (and maybe the Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake, because that is amazing). Otherwise, there are plenty of other fine restaurants at the Magic Kingdom, they just don’t exist along this street between Frontierland and Liberty Square.

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/29/16 (Haunted Mansion, Tomorrowland Entrance Done, ETC.)

WDWNT on October 31, 2016

Our latest photo report brings us to the Magic Kingdom, as Halloween fades into Christmas… even though it isn’t even Halloween yet.

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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The lamp from the rooms at the Polynesian is for sale again, JUST $300!!! (He says as he already owns one…)

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Moana Mercantile has fittingly been taken over by Moana merchandise.

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The Reyn Spooner Moana shirt retails for $118.00, but it’s pretty snazzy.

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Welcome to the Magic Kingdom

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Christmas and Halloween are fighting for the last few days of October.

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Signage for Celebrate the Magic on Main Street will need to be changed as the show is departing on November 3rd.

Tomorrowland Rocks

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The painting of the rocks at the entrance to Tomorrowland is finally complete.

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Stitch’s Great Escape is closed seasonally through later this month, so for now it is stroller parking…

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This and That

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A new Dumbo MagicBand can be found in shops around the parks.

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Moana phone cases are now available through D-Tech on Demand at the Tomorrowland Light and Power Company.

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You can still make a Main Street Electrical Parade MagicBand, even though it is gone now.
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The banners taken down for Hurricane Matthew in Storybook Circus are coming back very slowly. Part of that is Disney is also installing new ones currently since the old set was faded from the sun.

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There are still Halloween Parties left, but Disney is selling the merchandise any old time now. Kind of frustrating for those who attended, they should at least wait until all of the Parties have happened.

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I did find some new ladies shirts inside Big Top Souvenirs as well.

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Columbia Harbor House now has a shrimp macaroni and cheese dish.

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Yum?

The Haunted Mansion

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Most of the tarps are finally down at the Haunted Mansion.

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The attraction exit is missing an awning right now.

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The interactive queue is missing a covering as well.

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Mousecellaneous

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The pot roast and the Pilgrims’ Feast are gone from Liberty Tree Tavern, check out our lunch review for all of the info.

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New “it’s a small world” pin, and the clock face actually moves on it which is pretty cool.

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Halloween Party exclusive pins readily available on a non-party day.

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The refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad rolls on…

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It was particularly busy on Wednesday, this was the FastPass line for Pirates of the Caribbean.

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After seeing this line, Evinrude the dragonfly flew as far away as he could.

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The Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse is back from its lengthy refurbishment and it is looking fantastic.

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The only thing that seemed new to me was the no-slip flooring on the upper levels. I could be wrong, this sin’t an attraction I do very often.
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OK, I think it is time to abolish the bays at Cosmic Rays when most of them are the same.

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The BB-8 Souvenir Cup can now be found here as well.

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The grilled chicken club is new to the menu.

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The Electrical Parade shirts are still around (in select sizes).

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There is an awful amount of construction happening down by the Magic Kingdom Ferry Dock.

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Looks like a new queue area is being made.

Zootopia Meet and Greet Coming as Part of the 2016 Holiday Season

WDWNT on October 31, 2016

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Deck the halls! Walt Disney World Resort does that and plenty more this holiday season – turning up the yuletide magic with new shows, thrilling spectaculars, beloved characters to create lasting memories, yummy and festive holiday treats, and theme parks and resort hotels all aglitter with holly, jolly decorations.

Here’s a sampling of the holiday fun in store for guests:

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· Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: It’s a Christmas party like no other, with joyful music, a shimmering Cinderella Castle, characters in their festive finery and the Magic Kingdom decked out and even more magical for merry-making guests of all ages. Disney princes join princesses at Princess Fairytale Hall. Guests can meet Nick and Judy from “Zootopia” in Tomorrowland. The special party – complete with cookies, cocoa and snow flurries – begins at 7 p.m., after regular park hours. Dates for this year:

November 7,8,10,11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29

December 1,2,4,6,8,9,11,13,15,16,18, 22

For more information and to purchase tickets for this after-hours spectacular: Disneyworld.com/Christmasparty

· All new! Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration: New to the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Mickey and his pals host some of their friends for an unforgettable Christmas soiree filled with medleys of delightful classic and contemporary holiday songs, and magical holiday projections on Cinderella Castle building to a sensational, snowy finale. (Also available Dec. 23 – 31 during regular park operating hours).

· Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade: The enchanting holiday parade during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party transforms Main Street, U.S.A. Santa Claus, gingerbread men, elves, reindeer, toy soldiers and other friends from the North Pole join Mickey and his pals. Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf from “Frozen” join in the fun.

· A Frozen Holiday Wish (Castle Dream Lights): This season, the wintry wonder and magic of Disney’s blockbuster “Frozen” enchants park guests as Queen Elsa transforms Cinderella Castle into a glimmering, shimmering ice palace for the holidays.

· Holiday Wishes – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season: The night sky bursts with color high above Cinderella Castle with a holiday fireworks spectacular.

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· New Holidays Around the World Marketplaces – Explore what the holidays taste like around the globe at five new marketplaces: indulge in duck confit and dumplings from the Alpine Haus Marketplace, celebrate with the shredded beef tamale from the Three Kings Feast Marketplace, toast with Williams Punch from the Germany Marketplace, and more.

· Holidays Around the World entertainment – Enjoy the sights and sounds of the nations of World Showcase, as each country’s holiday heritage comes to life amid joyful music and time-honored traditions.

· A cherished Epcot tradition, the Candlelight Processional captures the spirit of the season in the retelling of the Christmas story by celebrity narrators, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and choir. The Candlelight Processional is performed three times each evening, 5:00, 6:45 and 8 p.m. at America Gardens Theatre from Nov. 25-Dec. 30. Narrators in 2016 include Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, Stephen Curtis Chapman, Meredith Vieira, and Cal. Ripken, Jr. Candlelight dinner packages are available through Disneyworld.com/holiday.

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· An all-new nighttime spectacular, “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!,” premieres at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Nov. 14-Dec. 31, sending beloved Disney animated characters on a spirited yuletide adventure to get Santa back to the North Pole in time for Christmas Eve. “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” combines state-of-the-art projections, fireworks, special effects and Christmas music to create a dazzling, one-of-a-kind holiday experience for guests – capped by a special message from Santa himself.

· A new dessert party themed to the show will be offered nightly, one hour prior to each performance, in the courtyard of the Chinese Theater. Guests who book the “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” Holiday Party enjoy holiday-inspired snacks, decadent desserts and specialty beverages. Guests can call 407/WDW-DINE or visit Disneyworld.com to reserve their spot (November 14-December 17, $69 adults, $39 children, including taxes and gratuities; December 18-31 $79 adults, $45 children, including taxes and gratuities).

· New for 2016 is the opportunity to meet Santa Claus at the Once Upon a Time shop. The beautiful and vintage setting reflects the bygone days of Santa’s visits to the great department stores across the country.

· During the holiday season, “Tinsel Town” takes on a new meaning at the theme park celebrating the magic of movies and television. A giant Christmas tree towers over the main entrance, holiday displays capture the imagination, shops along Hollywood Boulevard welcome holiday shoppers and colorful garlands and lights sparkle throughout the park.

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Disney’s adventure park presents holiday themes in a whole new “dark.” Decorations park-wide frame new daytime-into-night experiences, including Tree of Life transformations, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Kali Rivers Rapids and Expedition Everest.

· Guests will be greeted, at the park’s entrance, by a dramatic, animal-themed holiday tree.

· Mickey and Minnie don their holiday best to meet and greet guests at Adventurers Outpost. Their friends Santa Goofy, Baloo, King Louie, Donald and Chip and Dale also show off their holiday finest.

Disney Springs

With a multi-year makeover nearly complete, every corner of Disney Springs is wrapped and ready for its first full season of holiday cheer. Disney Springs becomes “the place to be” as each of its four neighborhoods is transformed through festive décor, entertainment and holiday shopping at exciting new retail locations, from name-brand to cozy boutiques to everything in between.

A sampling of what’s new:

· Disney Springs’ Christmas Tree Trail: To capture the spirit of the holidays, Marketplace guests can stroll among 15 custom decorated holiday trees, each dedicated to a popular Disney theme.

· At the Once Upon a Toy Fountain (Marketplace), toys have magically come alive for an interactive holiday dance party nightly on the plaza. There’s pin trading, a nightly tree lighting ceremony and more.

Marketplace will be a holiday shopper’s delight. Seasonal offerings will fill shelves at Disney’s Days of Christmas, Art of Disney, Wonderful World of Memories, Marketplace Fun Finds and Marketplace Co-Op. Goofy’s Candy Co. is the place for yummy holiday treats. At Art of Disney, guests can find sketch artists doing holiday artwork. Meantime, some of the most recognizable names in retailing have opened their doors at Town Center, alongside venues unique to central Florida.

At Every Corner of Our World: Holiday Displays

Disney bakers and magic-makers transform Disney resort hotels and theme parks for the holidays. Just a few of the festive sights to greet guests:

· Tusker House Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will feature an African Marketplace – made of gingerbread.

· Guests of Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Grand Canyon Concourse) will marvel at a world of majestic mountains and fjords anchored by a 17-foot-tall Gingerbread Holiday Ice Castle, inspired by Frozen and adorned with sugar snowflakes, gingerbread shingles and chocolate-coated trees.

· An annual treat, a life-sized holiday gingerbread house, is an eye-filling (and aroma-savoring) sight in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The Bake Shop uses a classic gingerbread recipe from Austria for its cookies and ornaments.

· A life-sized, edible spinning carousel is a holiday tradition at Disney’s Beach Club Resort while a holiday village with miniature train holds forth at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.

No holiday is complete without a special dining experience. Holiday menus that celebrate the season may be found at restaurants throughout Walt Disney World Resort. For holiday dining information and reservations, call 407 WDW-DINE.

Elena of Avalor Meet and Greet Finally Arrives November at Magic Kingdom

WDWNT on October 24, 2016

The long delayed Elena of Avalor meet and greet is finally coming to the Magic Kingdom this November.

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Beginning November 24, 2016, Princess Elena of Avalor – the first Disney princess inspired by diverse Latin cultures – will begin to greet Guests alongside other royal friends at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort. At Princess Fairytale Hall, guests can choose between a meeting with Elena and Cinderella or a visit with Rapunzel and Tiana. FastPass+ reservations for dates that include Elena appearances will become available today, October 14, 2016.

Princess Elena of Avalor first made her grand debut at Magic Kingdom Park back in August, with Cinderella officially welcoming her to the kingdom in “The Princess Elena Royal Welcome” show. Guests can continue to experience this show throughout the fall.

Hostess with the Mostess – Top 5 Favorite Magic Kingdom Snack Results

WDWNT on October 24, 2016

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Welcome back to WDWNT’s Hostess with the Mostess! I just got back from my favorite place on earth! (Hence why I have not posted in a few weeks). While my family and I were galavanting around the Magic Kingdom, I made sure my husband tried some of those tasty snacks! Since my Magic Kingdom snack post was a few weeks ago, you can read it right here to refresh your memory.

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Here’s a quick recap of my favs!

My Top 5 Favorite Snacks at the Magic Kingdom

  •   5. Pot Roast Mac and Cheese
  •   4. Cinannamon Roll and LeFou’s Brew
  •   3. Nutella and Fresh Fruit Waffle
  •   2. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich
  •   1. Pineapple Dole Whip

Now let’s see how you voted!

6. Our Other category came in last. M2bma shared that their favorite snack was the chocolate covered banana. I heard from a few other readers that their favorites included popcorn, Starbucks coffee, and of course the Mickey Mouse Ice Cream bar!

5. Pot Roast Mac and Cheese came in at number five. This was one of the snacks my husband had never tried before and he absolutely loved it. However, it looks like it did not get a lot of love from the readers, unless the score is low because so many are unaware of it’s cheesy goodness.

4. Nutella Fresh Fruit Waffle. So much yummiess wrapped up in one crispy waffle I was a little surprised it did not get more voters. I have great news to share. You might have already read last week that the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Waffle Sandwich is back! A long lost friend to the Sleepy Hollow family has finally returned! You can check it out right here.

3. Cinnamon Roll and LeFou’s Brew hits the number three spot. After you admire Gaston’s antlers and get your picture in his chair, take your brew outside to his fountain. Have you ever noticed the plaque? In true Gaston fashion he gave a fountain of himself to the people of “his” village. Just another piece of Imagnineering to take us further into the story!

2. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich. This snack deserves number two! While I prefer the simple and creamy vanilla ice cream between my chocolately chip cookies, did you know you can choose other ice cream flavors? That’s right folks! You are not stuck with vanilla forever!

1. Pineapple Dole Whip. There was absolutely no competition for this snack. It had the most votes by far! Ron said, “During the Christmas season when the Magic Kingdom stays open till 2AM, it is a tradition in our family to have a Dole Whip right b/4 the park closes. Best late nite snack at Disney.” I love hearing about everyone’s family traditions! Thanks for sharing! I am not surprised by this outcome and I am sure this will be a favorite Magic Kingdom snack for “ears” to come. 😉

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Thanks everyone for voting and sharing your thoughts! My next countdown will be about the Food and Wine Festival foods! Start thinking about which ones are your favorite because as always, I will want to hear from you!

My Extra Magic Tip for the week: If you are on the dining plan and are just not feeling the dessert, you can substitute it for a side!

See ya real soon!

Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Card for 2016 Christmas Party Revealed

WDWNT on October 24, 2016

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will return to Magic Kingdom Park November 9, and this year Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom fans can pick up a special Goofy-themed game card on party nights.

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This year’s party-exclusive card is “Goofy’s Festive Fiasco” and, according to Imagineer Jonathan Ackley, “celebrates the glorious holiday chaos created by Goofy as he attempts to decorate for the season!”

Filming Schedule Released for 2016 Disney Parks Christmas Special, No Parade at Disney World This Year

WDWNT on October 24, 2016

What began as the Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade on ABC won’t even feature a parade at Walt Disney World in 2016.

The parade portion of the 2014 special, which wasn't even called a parade...

The parade portion of the 2014 special, which wasn’t even called a parade…

Filming for the annual TV tradition will take place at Walt Disney World on November 9 -13 in all four Walt Disney World theme parks. Multiple specials will be filmed that will air on the Disney Channel and ABC in November and December, respectively.

The filming at Walt Disney World will be limited to stage performances and musical acts. All of the parade portions of the show will be filmed at the Disneyland Resort this year. Taping dates for the Disneyland portions have yet to be revealed at this time.

Disney Parks To Celebrate Mickey Mouse’s Birthday with Special Offerings On November 18th

WDWNT on October 24, 2016

MICKEY MOUSE TO CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY WITH A TRIP AROUND THE WORLD

DISNEY’S BRIGHTEST STAR INVITES THE YOUNG AND YOUNG-AT-HEART TO JOIN THE PARTY.

BURBANK, Calif., October 21, 2016 — To celebrate his upcoming birthday, Mickey Mouse is embarking on a trip around the world, where he will make surprise appearances in iconic, real-world locations to delight his fans and friends. These magical moments chronicling Mickey’s global adventures will be captured and shared on Disney’s Mickey Mouse Facebook page, culminating with the debut of a video highlighting Mickey’s travels featuring an upbeat new song, “What We Got.” The video will debut on the big day: November 18. Mickey fans are encouraged to join the celebration on social media using #HappyBirthdayMickey.

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In advance of Mickey’s birthday, Disney has launched the Mickey Mouse Instagram account (@MickeyMouse). Following on the popularity of the Mickey Mouse Facebook page, which has more than 13 million followers, Mickey’s Instagram page will showcase videos and images including Mickey’s global travels, as well as his appearances in Disney films, television shows, and theme parks.

On Mickey’s birthday, select locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, as well as Disney Stores in the United States, will be distributing commemorative “Happy Birthday, Mickey!” buttons. Disneyland Park in Anaheim will host a special pre-parade birthday celebration for Mickey, and at Magic Kingdom Park in Orlando, characters and performers will dance in a special birthday-themed edition of the Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It! Street Party.

Also on November 18, Disney Channel will air the Emmy®-winning new Mickey Mouse shorts throughout the day and premiere two new cartoon series featuring Mickey Mouse. On Mickey Meows Club, the feline hosts of a web-based talk show provide their own “cat”-mentary on Mickey’s incredible performances in their favorite shorts. Mickey’s How Not To will provide viewers with a humorous series of informative tips on how not to do things, using Mickey’s funniest fails and moments from the latest cartoons. Plus, that day Disney Junior will debut the teaser for the upcoming series Mickey and the Roadster Racers.

In addition, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, Oh My Disney, Babble, and other Disney sites will be posting Mickey-related videos, galleries, stories, crafts, recipes, and shareables leading up to and on his birthday.

Mickey’s birthday is celebrated in honor of the release of his first theatrical film, Steamboat Willie, on November 18, 1928 at the Colony Theatre in New York City. Since then, he has starred in more than 100 cartoons and can currently be seen on Disney Channel in the Mickey Mouse cartoon series.