PHOTOS: Donald Candy Corn Sipper Now Available at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

A Donald Duck Sipper is now available at Disney's Contemporary Resort.

We found a new location to pick up a Donald Candy Corn Sipper celebrating Halfway to Halloween. This sipper featuring Donald dressed in his candy corn outfit can now be found at the Contempo Café within Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. Donald Candy Corn Sipper – $13.00 Sample sippers sit atop a counter … Read more

REVIEW: Tasting the Madame Leota Dark Chocolate Cake for Halfway to Halloween 2023 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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In order to properly celebrate Halfway to Halloween, we headed to the Contempo Café within Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World to taste the new Madame Leota Dark Chocolate Cake. Let’s take a closer look at this rich dessert! Madame Leota Dark Chocolate Cake – $6.29 Mini Devil’s Food Cake filled with Dark Chocolate … Read more

REVIEW: California Grill Retires 50th Anniversary Offerings, Debuts NEW Prix Fixe Menu with Return of Goat Cheese Ravioli at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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With the 50th Anniversary now over, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has brought out a new and refreshed prix fixe menu service. Naturally we decided to visit the Signature Dining experience tonight on its very first day to see how the new tastes stack up! The new California Grill dinner costs $89 per adult, … Read more

NEW Disney100 Refillable Mugs Available at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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A new Disney100 refillable mug is available at Walt Disney World Resort hotels. We first spotted the mug at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Disney100 Refillable Mug – $19.99 These can be purchased for $19.99 and include beverage refills at hotels for the length of your stay. You can get a version with a silver handle and … Read more

New California Grill Menu Revealed Before Debut at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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The new California Grill menu at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been revealed in advance of its debut this evening. Up through last night, the restaurant was serving a special 50th anniversary three course meal. Dinner at California Grill consists of a flat-rate prix-fixe three course menu. New California Grill Menu – $89 per adult, $39 … Read more

Premade and Customizable Themed Easter Baskets Available at Disney’s Contemporary and Grand Floridian Resorts

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Walt Disney World has multiple options for acquiring Disney-themed Easter baskets this spring. At Bayview Gifts and The Fantasia Market in Disney’s Contemporary Resort, guests may “BYOB” (“Build Your Own Basket”), or they may purchase a premade option. Baskets are also available at M. Mouse Mercantile in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Easter Baskets … Read more

Mickey’s Toontown Soft Opens at Disneyland, Walt Disney World Slowly Phasing Out Plastic Bags, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Closed for Media Event Without Notice, & More: Daily Recap (3/18/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, March 18, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: 2023 Easter Egg Display Features Stitch, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Merlin, and More at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Spring is fast approaching, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort is celebrating its arrival with a new Easter egg display to follow up with last year’s 50th anniversary Mary Blair-inspired showcase. Through the leadership of Chef Jeff Barnes, culinary Cast Members from the Contemporary’s bakery team have taken inspiration from various beloved Disney films and attractions. This … Read more

Prices Revealed for New California Grill Menu at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Disney has revealed the prices of the new three-course menu coming soon to California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The prix fixe menu will be the same price as the current 50th-anniversary-inspired meal: $89 per adult (ages 10+) and $39 per child (ages 3 to 9), plus tax and gratuity. The full menu hasn’t been … Read more

New Chef Mickey’s Phone Cases Debut at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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If you love Chef Mickey’s, you’ll love these new phone cases available near the restaurant at Bayview Gifts in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. There are three phone case designs, available for iPhones X through 14 (including Pro and Pro Max). These designs were first made available in MaDe kiosks throughout Walt Disney World. Chef Mickey’s AOP … Read more

Reservations Open This Month for New California Grill 3-Course Selection Menu

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When “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” ends on March 31, 2023, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will stop offering their special 50th anniversary menu. The new three-course selection menu featuring contemporary, market-inspired cuisine will be available beginning April 1, 2023. Reservations for April 1 will open on January 31. A full menu and prices … Read more

Feature Pools Closing For Refurbishment in January at Three Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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As previously reported, the “feature” (or main) pools will be closing for refurbishment at three Walt Disney World Resorts in January 2023. Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Feature Pool at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be closed for refurbishment from January 9, 2023, through early April 2023. This will include the whirlpool spas. The water play area … Read more

Christmas Tree and Holiday Decorations Go Up at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Celebrate the holidays with decorations at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, including the giant Christmas tree in front of the resort’s entrance. The Christmas tree towers over the resort’s courtyard. It features classic colorful orb ornaments and a giant silver star on top. Garland hangs across the port-cochère. The garland includes shiny ornaments and white flowers. Inside, … Read more

New Disney Vacation Club Fireworks Dessert Party Beginning This Month at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Disney’s Contemporary Resort will begin hosting a new Disney Vacation Club exclusive fireworks dessert party later this month. The Enchantment at the Top Dessert Party will take place in Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair. It will include a dessert buffet, adult beverage options for guests 21 and older, exclusive lounge access, … Read more

PHOTOS: Minimal Flooding and Damage at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Amidst Hurricane Ian

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Tropical Storm Ian is still making its way across Florida. Walt Disney World Resort hotels have seen some flooding and damage, though seem relatively fine. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, we saw a tree down in the savanna, but no other damage. Animals were taken indoors for safety. Hotel guests were asked to shelter in … Read more