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Disney's Grand Floridian Cafe Restaurant Mimosa and Lobster Burger. One of the best restaurants at Disney World.

35 Best Restaurants at Disney World You MUST ADD To Your Dining List

Are you trying to figure out what the best restaurants at Disney World are for your trip?

Picking out where to dine while at Walt Disney World can be almost as challenging as scheduling your Lightning Lane reservations.

With so many options across the Disney Resort, where does one even start?

Well, luckily for you I’ve made the definitive list of where to dine at Walt Disney World.

This list will include options at each park, select resorts, Disney Springs, and broken everything down by service type and meal!

After reading over my recommendation of the best restaurants at Disney World, you should be able to make those dining reservations with confidence!

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Dahlia Lounge at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort El Pepino with NikkyJ. One of the best Disney World moderate resorts for solo travelers.

2025 Ultimate Guide to the BEST Disney Moderate Resorts for Solo Travelers

Are you trying to figure out which of the Disney Moderate Resorts is best for your solo trip?

Don’t worry, you’re in the right place!

One of the very best aspects of planning a Disney World vacation is picking which Disney Resort hotel you’re going to stay at!

Walt Disney World has a wide variety of tiered and themed resort options to choose from such as:

  • Value
  • Moderate
  • Deluxe
  • Good Neighbor Hotels as well

Today, I am going to be focusing on the Moderate Resorts of the property and which are the very best options out the total five for solo travelers!

They will be rated based on amenities, cost, and dining options. I will also dive into their themes, what to expect and why it is worth the stay!

Now it’s time to find your perfect moderate resort!

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Disney's Contemporary Resort Monorail at Sunset. Guide to the Disney World Monorail Resorts.

The Ultimate Guide to the Disney World Monorail Resorts: Jaw-Dropping Views and Luxurious Stays!

Which of the three Disney World monorail resorts is the best for you?

Choosing a Disney resort hotel can be challenging, especially when there are so many options.

But three of my favorite resorts are right on the monorail loop that travels around Seven Seas Lagoon and to Magic Kingdom:

  • Contemporary Resort
  • Polynesian Village Resort
  • Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

There are some pros and cons to staying at any of the three resorts, and each resort has its own unique feel and offerings for guests staying there.

If you’re thinking about staying at one of the Disney World monorail resorts you’re going to want to keep reading.

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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Disney's Magic Kingdom Theme Park Merchandise MagicBand colors and designs

What are the Disney MagicBand Colors and How to Use Them?

Do you know what the Disney MagicBand Plus colors are for you?

In this post, instead of giving you the latest on our favorite ride or food options at the most magical theme parks, I’m going to talk about something a little bit different…

… Your ThemeParkHipster style!  

Today, I’m going to discuss everyone’s favorite wearable technology at Disney World: Magic Bands!

This article is going to be your one stop shop for all things Disney Magic Bands! 

From what they do, to how to get one, to more importantly…what colors and styles are available. 

That way you can plan your next Disney World visit confidently, knowing that your Magic Band will match your favorite park ‘fit!

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2023 Epcot Food and Wine Festival at Disney Odyssey Cider Flight with Parmesan and Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings

Absolute BEST Food at Epcot Food and Wine Festival Now AND Through the Years!

What do you call an experience of globetrotting the world and eating the best food in one day? I call it Tasting Your Way Around the World through the Epcot Food and Wine Festival menu!

The past years of this Disney festival have been really peaceful and enjoyable especially when doing it with great friends.

It is because of this that I have been able to taste most of the new (and old) Epcot Food and Wine Festival dishes and cocktails just for you.

Not only will I go over the best food for this year, I will also go down memory lane on some of the food I’ve truly loved in the past.

So, let’s get started!

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Disney Magic Kingdom Rear view of Cinderella Castle next to Sir Mickey Store

2025 Guide to the Disney MagicBand Plus: What is it and How to Use it for Your Next Trip 

You may be asking yourself, what are the Disney MagicBand and Disney MagicBand+ and how do I use them?

If you haven’t been to the Walt Disney World Resort in a few years you’re probably wondering what MagicBands are and do I even need to use one.

Well, a MagicBand is basically a wristband that is your theme park ticket, credit card, room key, PhotoPass, and more all rolled into one!

Today, I will be going over the newest version of Disney MagicBand, the Disney MagicBand+ how it compares, and everything in between that comes with it

This includes how to use it, how to purchase it, what’s included, and much more.

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ThemeParkHipster HHN Icons Ranking List

SMACKDOWN: 10 Best Halloween Horror Nights Icons EVER!!!

The time of year that most of us has anticipated is upon us. Halloween Season. And nothing’s more important than the Halloween Horror Nights Icons.

With the arrival of this most coveted season that ushers in the brisk weather and rosy red and golden leaves, brings us Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort.

Originally beginning as Fright Nights in 1991, with only 1 house and running for 2 nights in October to quickly growing into a two-month long event with 10 houses, 5 scare zones and fabulous entertainment, food and merchandise.

What really sets Halloween Horror Nights apart from the rest is its ability to create fantastical stories that strike fear into the hearts of its guests.

Not only the creativity, but its ability to weave these tales together along with the talented hands of the Universal Creative Team.

In honor of HHN 33, I thought it would be a fun idea to give you the top 10 HHN Icons.

These characters were chosen for their story, significance in the event’s history and votes from the readers! Let’s see if your favorites made the cut!

And if I were you, I wouldn’t read this list in the dark or alone, so maybe share with a friend…

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Epcot Festival of the Arts Disney World Rainbow Cake. Guide to the best and worst restaurants at Disney World and best snacks at Epcot.

5 Very BEST (and Very Worst) Disney World Restaurants You MUST KNOW!

So, you wanna know the best Disney World restaurants are for your trip? 

I don’t blame you! 

Because let’s be honest, a full theme park day isn’t complete without a satisfied stomach!

So today, in typical ThemeParkHipster fashion I’m going to give you a comprehensive guide of the DOs and DON’Ts of Disney Dining…

…aka the 5 Best Disney World Restaurants, and of course, the 5 WORST Disney World Restaurants!

Are you ready? I thought so! 

Let’s get started!

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Velvet Sessions at Universal Hard Rock Hotel

Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando: Your Ultimate Guide to VIP Entertainment!

Are you wondering if Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando is worth the ticket? 

Well, if you are looking for a one-of-a-kind legendary event then the answer is absolutely YES! 

The Hard Rock Hotel is known for their old-school rock and roll vibes and good times so it’s no wonder they have put together the ultimate of VIP entertainment.  

Nothing beats a good old-fashioned rock concert!  

So, if you’re looking to add a touch of rock ‘n’ roll to your life keep reading to find out everything you need to know about Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando.  

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2023 Disney World Halloween Merchandise Loungefly Bag

7 BEST Disney Halloween Loungefly Bags for Your Spooky Look!

It’s the most wonderful time of year and if you’re looking for the BEST Disney Halloween Loungefly bags, then I got you!

Disney Parks gets into the Halloween spirit very early. It seems to be earlier and earlier every year.

Halloween at Disney World usually starts in August while at Disneyland, it starts on September 1st.

This may seem ridiculously early to some, for Disney fans and Halloween lovers!

However, it gives us a chance to celebrate for a longer period and get in our Halloween shopping for the awesome merchandise sooner!

Loungefly and Disney have had a very successful and creative partnership for years now.

Their holiday drops tend to be one of the most anticipated of the year and their Halloween drop has arrived!

Today, we will be taking a look at the 7 best Disney Halloween Loungefly bags for your upcoming trips.

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