Morimoto Asia Announces Date for 12 Beers of Christmas
Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs is excited to announce the return of its beloved holiday tradition, the 12 Beers of Christmas. This year’s event will take place on December 8th and will feature a delightful combination of festive brews and exquisite Pan-Asian cuisine.
Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in a variety of holiday-themed beers from renowned local breweries such as Ivanhoe Park, Ravenous Pig, and Crooked Can. While sipping on brews like Black Frost Schwarzbier, Cranberry Crisp, and Gingerbread Red, attendees can savor mouthwatering dishes from Morimoto Asia’s extensive menu. From A-5 Katsu Sliders and Wonton Ramen to decadent Lobster Toast and a sumptuous sushi and raw bar selection, there’s something to satisfy every palate.
With limited seating available, this is an event not to be missed. Whether you’re looking for a unique holiday gift or a festive night out with friends and family, the 12 Beers of Christmas at Morimoto Asia promises an unforgettable experience.
This December, Disney Vacation Club Members have the opportunity to kick off the holiday season with frontier-style fun at the exclusive Hoop Dee Holidays events! On December 2 and December 9, eligible DVC Members and their families can join the Pioneer Hall Players for a festive evening of music, comedy, and delicious food at the beloved Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, all in the cozy setting of Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.
Members attending Hoop Dee Holidays will enjoy an exclusive pre-show event and receive a keepsake to remember their holiday adventure. The show promises the same lively mix of toe-tapping tunes, laughs, and holiday cheer that has made the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue a guest favorite for years. The feast will feature all the classic dishes, from crispy-fried chicken and barbecued pork ribs to cornbread, mashed potatoes, and strawberry shortcake. Vegetarian and allergy-friendly menus are also available upon request.
Event Details:
Dates: Monday, December 2 and Monday, December 9, 2024
Show Times: 4:00 PM and 6:15 PM ET
Location: Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Eligibility: DVC Members eligible for Membership Extras
Party Size: Members may bring up to 11 additional guests (total of 12 per party)
Seating & Pricing
Seating is organized by category, with three different price options that include tax and gratuity:
Category 1: $83.00 (ages 10+), $50.00 (ages 3-9)
Category 2: $79.00 (ages 10+), $46.00 (ages 3-9)
Category 3: $75.00 (ages 10+), $45.00 (ages 3-9) Note: Category 3 seating is on the second floor, which does not have elevator access.
Getting There
Guests are encouraged to plan their travel with plenty of time, as direct transportation to Fort Wilderness is limited. Options include taking the ferry from Magic Kingdom (up to 90 minutes travel time) or parking at the entrance of Fort Wilderness and using bus transportation from there.
Reservations open on October 25, 2024. Members can call (800) 800-9800 to check availability and book their spot. Space is limited, so advance booking is required, and payment is due in full at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to avoid penalties.
Don’t miss this festive chance to celebrate the season with fellow Disney Vacation Club Members at the charming Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. It’s a perfect blend of holiday magic, laughter, and family fun!
Universal Orlando Honors Military Members with Exclusive 2025 Military Freedom Pass
Universal Orlando Resort is honoring active duty and retired military members with the exclusive 2025 Military Freedom Pass, offering unparalleled access to their world-renowned theme parks. Available starting now, this pass lets military members and their families enjoy over a year of thrills and adventures at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay with minimal blockout dates from November 14, 2024, through December 19, 2025. In addition to park access, the Military Freedom Pass provides special vacation packages and discounts at Universal Orlando hotels, making it an unbeatable offer for military personnel looking to experience the magic of Universal.
The 2025 Military Freedom Pass is available in two options: the 2-Park Pass for $210 and the 3-Park Pass for $245. The 2-Park Pass provides access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, where guests can explore groundbreaking attractions, including the recently unveiled DreamWorks Land, home to beloved characters from Shrek, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda. The 3-Park Pass expands this access to include Universal Volcano Bay, the tropical water park where guests can unwind at Waturi Beach or brave the thrilling Ko’okiri Body Plunge.
Vacation Packages for Military Families
Military members can enhance their vacation with two exclusive package options tailored just for them. The Military Create Your Own Vacation Package allows guests to stay at any of Universal Orlando’s 11 incredible hotels, including new properties like the Universal Helios Grand Hotel opening May 22, 2025. This customizable package includes the Military Freedom Pass for unlimited park access (with limited blockout dates) and early admission to select attractions, like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Volcano Bay.
For an even more immersive experience, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Military Vacation Package provides all the benefits of the Freedom Pass, plus a host of magical perks. Guests receive early access to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, breakfast at both the Leaky Cauldron and the Three Broomsticks, a Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Flight, and unique gifts like a Honeydukes Cooler Tote and a Shutterbutton’s Photography Studio session in Diagon Alley.
These Freedom Passes and packages are exclusively available at authorized Military Ticket and Travel Offices on military bases across the United States. Blockout dates include December 25, 2024 – January 2, 2025, and April 14 – April 20, 2025. Be sure to bring valid military ID when purchasing.
For more details, military members can visit Universal Orlando’s military page or call 1-877-801-9720. Stay tuned for additional updates on how the 2025 Freedom Pass might include access to Universal’s highly anticipated Epic Universe park before it opens.
Minion Holiday Popcorn Bucket Arrives at Universal Orlando — Spread Holiday Cheer with This Adorable Souvenir!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Universal Orlando, and what better way to celebrate than with a brand-new Minion Holiday Popcorn Bucket? Fans of the mischievous Minions can now carry their popcorn in style with this festive, limited-edition bucket featuring an iconic Minion ready for the holiday season.
This holiday popcorn bucket is a must-have for Minion lovers, adorned with a Santa hat and a cheerful holiday motif lanyard. In true Minion spirit, the bucket features a cute little snowman in the Minion’s right hand, adding to its holiday charm. The lanyard, complete with lobster claws, is removable, making it easy to carry or display. For $29.99, you’ll not only get this keepsake bucket but also your first popcorn fill, perfect for munching on during your day at the parks!
For those who can’t make it to Universal Orlando in person, the Minion Holiday Popcorn Bucket is also available for purchase on the Universal online store. Whether you’re in the parks or at home, this delightful bucket is the perfect way to bring a little Minion mischief to your holiday season.
Earl The Squirrel Holiday Merch Takes Over Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is decking the halls with the Earl the Squirrel holiday merch this holiday season! The mischievous rodent has inspired a range of festive merchandise, from cozy apparel to quirky accessories.
A standout piece is the Earl the Squirrel Spirit Jersey, priced at $75. This cozy pullover boasts a vibrant design, with a green top half and a festive red, white, and green Fair Isle pattern below. Earl and Pearl peek adorably from a wreath above the Universal Studios logo on the front left chest. The back showcases a bold “Happy Holidays” message in white letters outlined in red, with red and white snowflakes adding a touch of winter magic.
For those seeking more casual wear, the Original Nutcracker Adult T-Shirt offers a whimsical design. Priced at $30, this green tee features Earl standing beside a bright Christmas tree in a snowy landscape. On the other hand, the Nuttin’ But Trouble Youth T-Shirt, priced at $25, showcases Earl tangled in lights with the playful phrase “Nuttin’ But Trouble” and the Universal Studios logo. To complete the look, there’s also a matching green sweatshirt and joggers available.
Accessories are equally charming. The Earl the Squirrel Mini Backpack, priced at $65, is perfect for carrying holiday essentials. Earl’s head, wearing a checkerboard trapper hat, takes center stage as the front compartment. The rest of the bag features the Fair Isle pattern, while the back panel is brown. Red adjustable straps with the Universal Studios logo add a finishing touch.
For drinkware enthusiasts, the holiday tumbler, priced at $35, is a must-have. Dominated by a white background, the tumbler is adorned with the Fair Isle pattern and accents of red and green. Earl emerges from a holiday wreath, and a log with the “Universal Studios” carving sits below him. The tumbler comes with a clear lid, a sliding closure, and a clear straw.
Headwear fans can opt for the baseball cap, priced at $27. This red and white cap features Earl holding a holiday wreath on the front panel. The bill showcases a Fair Isle pattern with pine trees, a red truck, snowflakes, a green trailer, red acorns, and white squirrels. The pattern continues on the underside of the bill. A “Universal Studios” patch adorns the back of the hat.
To add a touch of cuddly charm to the holiday season, the Earl the Squirrel Plush, priced at $17, is the perfect companion. This soft plush toy features Earl in a red and black plaid trapper hat. His eyes, eyebrows, nose, cheek lines, and mouth are all embroidered, bringing the character to life.
For collectors, the Happy Holidays Pin, priced at $10, is a delightful addition. This pin features Earl and Pearl tangled in Christmas lights, with Pearl holding a present. The phrase “Happy Holidays” is elegantly displayed in white script and sans-serif fonts.
Finally, the UOAP Ornament, priced at $12, is a unique piece for the Christmas tree. This brown rectangular ornament features Earl in a wreath with string lights, above a wood plank carved with “UOAP,” with an acorn replacing the “O.”
With this charming collection, Universal Orlando Resort is ensuring that Earl the Squirrel will be a beloved part of holiday traditions for years to come.
Spread Holiday Cheer with the New Disney Gift Cards and Pins
The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to spread joy than with the gift of Disney! This year, Disney is excited to introduce a delightful collection of new Disney Gift Cards and Pins that are sure to capture the hearts of Disney fans of all ages.
Disney has unveiled a new collection of Disney Gift Cards featuring designs that capture the warmth and cheer of the holiday season. These gift cards are perfect for everyone on your list, no matter the age. With a minimum activation of $125, each gift card comes with a complimentary Disney Trading Pin featuring classic Disney characters in cozy holiday attire.
This year’s Disney Gift Card Pin Series is all about cozy nostalgia and festive fun! Available exclusively at select merchandise locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, this limited-time collection depicts Mickey Mouse and other beloved Disney characters in their North Pole Toy Workshop. Each pin features a unique design, from Mickey in his elf-best to Stitch with his ukulele.
Disney Gift Cards on Carrier
Spread the cheer with the brand-new Disney Gift Cards on Carrier, available now at select Walt Disney World Resort merchandise locations! With a minimum activation of just $15, you can customize the amount and even write a heartfelt message on the foldable carrier, making each card a truly giftable moment. The gift card is made of special stone paper, making it both eco-friendly and stylish.
Holiday-Themed Wristlets
Join in the festive fun with the re-loadable Holiday-Themed Wristlets, available starting November 15 at Disney California Adventure Park and November 29 at EPCOT! Featuring a cozy design of Mickey enjoying a mug of hot cocoa attached to a recyclable polyester cloth wristlet, these make spending at the parks a breeze. With a minimum activation of $15, you can load the wristlet with your desired amount, allowing for a seamless way to enjoy all the scrumptious treats and exciting experiences during the holiday seasons at both parks.
New Interactive Shoulder Banshees Soar into Pandora
Get ready to bond with a new companion as Disney’s Animal Kingdom introduces four all-new interactive shoulder banshees to Pandora – The World of Avatar on November 21st. These captivating creatures, inspired by the iconic film, offer a unique and immersive experience for fans of all ages.
Each banshee boasts unique color patterns, including stunning glow-in-the-dark bioluminescence. Controlled by a wireless remote, you can customize your banshee’s movements, sounds, and personality. These lifelike creatures can even interact with other banshees, making your adventures through Pandora even more realistic.
To personalize your banshee further, explore the three new accessory packs inspired by different Na’vi clans. These accessories, including head, neck, and tail adornments, allow you to create a truly unique look.
For easy transportation, the new sling-style carry case provides a convenient way to carry your banshee. And when you’re not exploring, the display perch offers a stylish and functional resting place for your companion, complete with Pandoran-inspired details.
With these exciting new additions, your journey through Pandora is about to become even more magical.
Frozen Winter Wonderland is coming to Hong Kong Disneyland
For the first time ever, the magic of the holidays has enveloped World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland! This winter wonderland is a must-see for fans of all ages, with festive decorations, character meet-and-greets, and limited-time treats.
Arendellian Feast: Savor the flavors of Arendelle at Golden Crocus Inn with their special Arendelle Festive Christmas Combo.
Sweet Treats: Indulge in the delightful taste of Olaf Soft Serve, Olaf Hot Chocolate, and the Elsa Yuzu Chocolate Cupcake.
Magical Encounters
A Royal Greeting: Meet Anna and Elsa in their stunning holiday attire, inspired by “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure,” and learn about Arendelle’s Christmas traditions.
A Wintery Shopping Spree
Festive Merchandise: Collect exclusive holiday merchandise, including a snowgie vest, a Bruni headband, a buildable Olaf plush, and the first-ever 2024 World of Frozen Commemorative Jingle Bell.
From a snowgie vest to a Bruni headband and a buildable Olaf plush, you can find all this and more at Tick Tock Toys & Collectibles.
A Royal Stay
A Frozen-Themed Retreat: Immerse yourself in the magic of Arendelle at the “Sparkle All The Way” “Frozen” Suite, adorned with traditional Arendellian Christmas decor, offering a luxurious and enchanting stay.
Enchanting Experiences: Create an Enchanted Frozen Mosaic Night Lamp or enjoy a “Frozen”-themed starlight picnic at Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel, adding a touch of magic to your holiday experience.
This holiday season, Hong Kong Disneyland invites you to create unforgettable memories in the enchanting world of Arendelle. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the magic, the wonder, and the joy of the holidays in a truly magical way!
2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holiday Kitchens and Menus Revealed
The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is back, and it’s bringing a sleigh-full of festive flavors! Discover delicious new treats like the Coffee Mocha Cookie and explore the brand-new Holiday Kitchen, Favorites of Festivals Past.
Of course, beloved classics like the Slow-roasted Turkey and Salted Caramel Spaceship Earth Cookie are returning as well. Plus, don’t miss the all-new gingerbread display of Spaceship Earth in CommuniCore Hall!
Here is a look at the 2024 Holiday Kitchens and Menus:
2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Menus
World Celebration
NEW! Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow Menu
Location: CommuniCore Hall
Food Items:
Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle (New)
Beverages:
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Gingerbread Milk Shake with whipped cream vodka
Seasonal Wine
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Gingerbread White Stout
81Bay Brewing Co. Gingerbread Coffee Porter
NEW! Favorites of Festivals Past Menu
Location:CommuniCore Plaza
Food Items:
Reuben Croquettes with pastrami, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese with thousand island dipping sauce
Brown Sugar and Mustard-glazed Ham Sliders with cranberry and apple coleslaw on a Hawaiian roll
Bauducco Panettone Holiday Trifle with eggnog custard and cranberry cherry compote
Beverages:
Southern Tier Brewing Co. Tiramisu Imperial Stout
Keel Farms Pecan Pie Hard Cider
Point Snow Pilot Pistachio Nut Brown Ale
Beer Flight
World Discovery
Connections Café Menu
Location: In World Discovery
Food Item:
Holiday Sugar Cookie
Connections Eatery Menu
Location: In World Discovery
Food Item:
Holiday Sweater Liege Waffle: Chocolate-coated brioche waffle with a flurry of blizzard themed sprinkles and white chocolate garnish
Beverage:
Coquito Milk Shake: French vanilla gelato, cream of coconut, nutmeg, and cinnamon (Non-alcoholic beverage) (Spirited version available with Bacardí Superior Rum)
Holiday Hearth Desserts Menu
Location: The Odyssey
Food Items:
Red Velvet Mini Bundt Cake with cream cheese icing
Salted Caramel Spaceship Earth Cookie
Mouse Crunch made with Red & Green M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies
Mint Chocolate Mousse Wreath
Apple Caramel Crumb Cake
Chocolate-covered Toffee Brittle
Beverages:
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Frozen Caramel Hot Cocoa: Hot cocoa with whipped cream and TWIX cookie bar pieces (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Wicked Weed Brewing Jack Frost IPA
BrewDog Winter Staycation Pecan & Toffee Stout
Wicked Weed Brewing Milk & Cookies Imperial Milk Stout
Cocoa Candy Cane: Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee with Peppermint Schnapps
Beer Flight
World Showcase
Las Posadas Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Mexico
Food Items:
Empanada de Pollo: Fried corn tortilla filled with chipotle chicken and potatoes topped with chile rojo salsa, crema Mexicana, and queso fresco (New)
Tamal de Puerco con Mole: Shredded pork in corn masa topped with mole negro, queso fresco, crema Mexicana, slivered almonds, and sesame seeds (New)
Dulce de Leche Churro sprinkled with cinnamon sugar
Beverages:
Holiday Margarita: Dos Hombres Mezcal, tequila, cranberry lime juice, allspice and orange blackcurrant liqueurs (New)
Coconut Guavarita: Tromba Blanco Tequila, coconut water, guava cream, hint of lime rum, and orange liqueur with a toasted coconut rim (New)
Holiday Cerveza: Mexican Artisanal Craft Lager with black currant liqueur
Shanghai Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: China
Food Items:
XO Fried Rice: Chinese sausage, onion, green onion, mushroom, egg, and house-made Hong Kong XO Chili Sauce (New)
Beef Noodle Soup Bowl with slow-braised beef shank, green onion, and house-made chili oil
Vegetable Spring Rolls with citrus sauce
Beverages:
Taro Bubble Milk Tea: Green tea and boba (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
Brew Hub Year of the Dragon: Dragon Fruit Lager
Butterfly Lantern: Butterfly pea blossom gin, vodka, prickly pear, lychee syrup, soda water, and white boba
Lychee Martini: Vodka, lychee syrup, and vermouth (New)
Peach of Longevity: Peach Schnapps, citrus vodka, piña colada mix, and orange juice (New)
Refreshment Outpost Menu
Food Items:
Peanut Stew with sweet potatoes, mustard greens, and roasted peanuts (Plant-based)
DOLE Whip Raspberry (Plant-based)
Beverages:
Ciderboys Caramel Apple Hard Cider
81Bay Brewing Co. Cinnamon Orange Cranberry Wheat Ale
Crooked Can Brewing Company Crème Brûlée Lager
Boyd & Blair Chai Tea Mule
Bavaria Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Germany
Food Items:
Cheese Fondue in a bread bowl with steamed baby vegetables and marble potatoes
Pork Schnitzel with mushroom sauce, spätzle, and braised red cabbage
Hazelnut Linzer Cookie
Beverages:
Possmann Pure Hard Cider
von Trapp Brewing Trösten Smoked Dark Lager
Köstritzer Schwarzbier
Regional Riesling
Glühwein: House-made hot spiced wine (Served warm)
Beer Flight
Tuscany Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Italy
Food Items:
Montanara: Fried house-made pizza dough with pomodoro sauce, parmesan, and fresh basil
Dolce Pizza: Fried house-made pizza dough with sugar and cinnamon
Panettone: Panettone bread pudding and vanilla cream (New)
Beverages:
Bombardino Freddo: Creamy eggnog and Italian brandy
Prosecco
Moscato
Chianti
Italian Red Sangria
Italian-inspired Margarita: Tequila, triple sec, and limoncello
Peroni Pilsner
American Holiday Table Menu
Location: The American Adventure
Food Items:
Slow-roasted Turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce
Blackened Catfish with Hoppin’ John and Comeback Sauce
SNICKERS-Doodle Cookie made with SNICKERS bar pieces
Beverages:
Crooked Can Brewing Company Bah HOPbug IPA
3 Daughters Brewing Eggnog White Porter
Playalinda Brewing Co. Peppermint Chocolate Stout
Beer Flight
Funnel Cake Menu
Location: The American Adventure
Food Item:
Gingerbread Funnel Cake: Vanilla ice cream, gingerbread crumbs, whipped cream, and red and green sprinkles (New)
Shi Wasu Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Japan
Food Items:
Sushi Tree Roll: Christmas tree-shaped sushi roll with krab meat and cream cheese topped with ikura salmon roe and spicy mayo
Toshikoshi Soba: Buckwheat soba noodle in hot dashi (fish-based) soup topped with shrimp tempura and chopped green onion
Mochi Donut Wrap: A soft, chewy fusion pastry served with strawberry, whipped cream, strawberry sauce, and sweet red beans wrapped with “gyuhi” rice cake sheet (New)
Beverages:
Ichigo Boba: Cranberry and yuzu cream drink with calpico and popping strawberry boba pearls (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Japanese Punch: Shōchū, plum wine, cranberry, and lemon juice
Chocolate Nigori: Creamy texture of Nigori Sake and rich sweetness and gentle bitterness from chocolate (New)
Sapporo Premium Black Beer
Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina Menu
Location: Morocco
Food Items:
Grilled Kebabs with carrot-chickpea salad and garlic aïoli
Chermoula chicken
Moroccan-spiced lamb
Stone-baked Moroccan bread with dips (Plant-based)
Beverages:
Ciderboys Cranberry Razz Hard Cider (New)
Bold Rock Apple Crumble Hard Cider
Gulf Stream Brewing Holiday Snakebite
Holiday Fig Cocktail: Kleiner Feigling fig liqueur and white cranberry juice
Hard Cider Flight
L’Chaim! Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Between Morocco and France
Food Items:
Pastrami on Rye with house-made pickles and deli mustard
Smoked Salmon Potato Latke
Potato Latkes (Plant-based)
Rugelach: Pastry filled with raspberry jam, walnuts, and cinnamon
Black and White Cookie (Plant-based)
Beverages:
Brooklyn Brewery Black Chocolate Stout (New)
Frozen New York Whiskey Sour: Manifest Whiskey and Manischewitz Blackberry Wine
Le Marché de Noël Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: France
Food Items:
Crème De Saumon Fumé en Brioche aux Grains de Sesames, Concombre Et Radis: Smoked salmon spread on a sesame brioche roll with cucumber and radishes
Rôti de Jambon Sauce Moutarde à l’Ancienne, Pommes Darphin: Roasted ham with mushrooms, pearl onions, bacon, white wine mustard sauce, and darphin roasted herb potatoes (New)
Bûche de Noël au Chocolat et Caramel: Chocolate fudge Christmas log with a caramel cream center (New)
Beverages:
Frozen Hot Chocolate Martini: Vodka, chocolate milk, and whipped cream
Spiced Cranberry Punch: Pol Rémy Sparkling Wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, and spiced brown sugar (New)
Chateau Haut Beaumard Cabernet Sauvignon (New)
UK Beer Cart Menu
Location: United Kingdom
Beverage:
Frozen Chocolate Orange Cocktail: Hot chocolate, orange syrup, and blood orange liqueur
Canada Popcorn Cart Menu
Location: Canada
Beverage:
Canadian Hot Toddy: Maple syrup, honey, black tea, lemon juice, cinnamon, and Tap 357 Canadian Maple Rye Whisky served warm
Yukon Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location: Canada
Food Items:
Seared Salmon with butternut squash purée, maple-bourbon glaze, and fennel-arugula salad
Beef Bourguignon with crushed potatoes
Peppermint Pinwheel Cookie
Beverages:
Frozen Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-alcoholic beverage)
81Bay Brewing Co. Peanut Butter Banana Porter
Playalinda Brewing Co. Maple Cookie Blonde Ale
Collective Arts Coffee Maple Porter
Regional Icewine
Regional Red Wine
Frozen Joffrey’s Coffee with Tap 357 Canadian Maple Rye Whisky
Beer Flight
Refreshment Port Menu
Location: Near Canada
Food Item:
Turkey Poutine: Sweet potato fries with turkey gravy, cranberry relish, and crispy onions
Beverages:
Keel Farms Pumpkin Hard Cider
Pasek Cellars Cranberry Wine
Swirled ShowcaseMenu
Location: Near Port of Entry
Food Items:
Holiday Mickey-shaped Liquid Nitrogen Pop: Chocolate cake dipped in ganache made with Red & Green M&M’S Milk Chocolate Minis
Soft-serve in a Cone
Vanilla
Apple-cinnamon
Dark chocolate
Beverages:
Floats: Barq’s Red Crème Soda or Barq’s Root Beer with Vanilla Soft-serve (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. Bourbonola and Cherry Cola
Floats:
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. Bourbonola with dark chocolate soft-serve
Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and Barq’s Red Crème Soda with apple cinnamon soft-serve
Coffee Float: Dark chocolate soft-serve with iced coffee and choice of Mozart Liqueur
Holiday Sweets & Treats Menu
Location:Near Port of Entry
Food Item:
Peppermint Sundae: Chocolate ice cream, whipped cream, and peppermint candy
Beverages:
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Chocolate Peppermint Shake with Twinings Peppermint Cheer Tea (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee with Choice of Liqueur: Baileys Original Irish Cream, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream, or Grand Mariner
Location:Between World Showcase and the Imagination! Pavilion
Food Items:
Plant-based Chorizo Tamal with cotija and spicy red chile sauce (Plant-based)
Pastelón: Sofrito-marinated beef with sweet plantains and olives
Cinnamon-spiced Chocolate Crinkle Cookie
Beverages:
Ponche Navideño: Christmas punch with apple, pears, guava, oranges, dried hibiscus, brown sugar, tamarind, cinnamon sticks, and cloves served warm(Non-alcoholic beverage)
Left Hand Brewing Co. Mexican Hot Chocolate Milk Stout (New)
Chestnuts & Good Cheer Holiday Kitchen Menu
Location:Between World Showcase and the Imagination! Pavilion
Food Items:
Cinnamon-glazed Almonds
Cinnamon-glazed Cashews
Cinnamon-glazed Pecans
Fire-roasted Chestnuts
Beverages:
Eggnog (Non-alcoholic beverage)
Eggnog with choice of cordial: Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, or Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
Southern Tier Brewing Co. Chestnut Praline Imperial Ale
World Nature
Sunshine Seasons Menu
Location:The Land
Food Items:
Peanut Butter Cookie made with Red & Green M&M’S Milk Chocolate Minis
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Menu
Location: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company throughout the park
Beverage:
Merry Mint Cookie Latte: A festive blend of espresso, toasted marshmallow syrup, peppermint syrup, dark chocolate sauce, and milk topped with peppermint whipped cream and chocolate cookie crumbs (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
Spirited version available with Baileys Original Irish Cream
Get wrapped up in the festive sights, sounds, and flavors of the season at EPCOT—November 29th to December 30th, 2024.
So which Epcot Festival of the Holiday Treat are you looking forward to trying the most?
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors Of Carnaval Returns February 1 Through March 30, 2025
Get ready to experience a world of flavors and festivities! Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval returns, bringing a global celebration to Universal Studios Florida from February 1st to March 30th, 2025. This family-friendly event features a dazzling parade, diverse cuisine, live music, and more!
All the excitement of Universal Mardi Gras is included with regular admission to Universal Studios Florida or a valid Universal Orlando Annual or Seasonal Pass (blockout dates apply). Guests can take their Mardi Gras party to the next level with the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience – which includes an exclusive opportunity to be a part of the festivities with a reserved coveted spot aboard a Mardi Gras float to toss colorful, sparkling beads during the event’s parade. In addition, guests will enjoy a three-course meal on the day of their visit that includes one appetizer, one entrée, one dessert and one non-alcoholic beverage.
Guests can choose from one of eight participating restaurants within Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida – The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar, NBC Sports Grill & Brew, Finnegan’s Bar & Grill, Lombard’s Seafood Grille, and new this year – Confisco Grille (2-Park ticket required), Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food (dinner only), Bob Marley-A Tribute to Freedom (dinner only), or Pat O’Brien’s (dinner only).
The Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience starts at $89.99 plus tax per person, and is available for purchase starting today. Guests can purchase this experience and reserve their spot by calling 407-224-7554 or visiting www.UniversalOrlando.com/MardiGras. Universal Orlando Passholders receive a 15% discount off the ticketed price of the experience with a valid Annual or Seasonal Pass and valid photo ID when purchasing by calling 407-224-7554, or in person at the Front Gate or a Guest Services location in the theme parks.
Additional details about Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, including the all-new delicious food and beverage items and the highly-anticipated concert lineup, will be revealed soon. For more information about Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval and Universal Orlando – including special offers – visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/MardiGras.
Walt Disney Company Earnings Q4 2024: CEO Bob Iger and CFO Hugh Johnston Highlight Successes of Strategic Efforts This Year
The Walt Disney Company reported its fourth quarter and full year earnings on Thursday with CEO Bob Iger and CFO Hugh Johnston highlighting the successes of the company’s strategic efforts to improve quality, innovation, efficiency, and value creation.
“As I reflect on the two years since I returned to the company, I’m incredibly proud of how much progress we’ve made. We have emerged from a period of considerable challenges and disruption, and we’re well positioned for growth,” Iger told analysts on the post-earnings call on Thursday. “We put in place specific strategies to generate growth across our businesses, and our solid results this quarter are a clear indication they’ve been successful.”
2024 proved to be a “pivotal and successful year” for the company, Iger and Johnston said in an executive commentary on Thursday. The two noted that “thanks to the significant progress we made, we have emerged from a period of considerable challenges and disruption well positioned for growth and optimistic about our future.”
“Taken as a whole, we have a lot to be proud of, both from a creative and a financial standpoint,” Iger said. “And as we look to fiscal 2025 and beyond, we are confident in our continued ability to drive sustained growth and create shareholder value through our world-class portfolio of assets.”
Film
The renewed creative strength at Disney’s studios is a result of the extensive work the company began two years ago to restore creativity to the center of the company. That includes Disney’s performance at the summer box office, as it became the first studio to cross $4 billion globally in 2024. In fact, Q4 was one of the best quarters in the history of the studios, as Pixar’s Inside Out 2and Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverinebroke numerous box office records, becoming the top two movies of the year to date.
“With the combination of our intellectual property, creative talent, and an increased number of consumer touchpoints extending the reach of our stories, a successful Disney movie today drives more value than ever before,” Iger and Johnston said.
Television
As for television, Disney’s branded series and general entertainment programming are performing exceptionally well, drawing new audiences and winning an unprecedented number of accolades. The best example of this is Disney’s historic night at this year’s 76th Emmy® Awards in which the company was awarded a record-breaking 60 Emmy Awards.
“These achievements are a testament to the strength of our creative studios as well as our creative leadership,” Iger and Johnston noted.
Streaming
Central to Disney’s strategy is making its already-profitable streaming businesses a significant growth-driver for the company. Disney has the largest share of U.S. viewership across all distribution formats, from theatrical releases to linear and streaming, all of which fuel an integrated business model whose reach and scale are unique to Disney and can drive higher system economics.
Iger and Johnston announced on Thursday that Disney is strengthening the streaming offering even more with the introduction of the ESPN tile on Disney+ on December 4.
“This will provide Trio Bundle subscribers full access to all of the ESPN+ sports content they love while inside Disney+, similar to the experience we offer bundle subscribers with Hulu on Disney+,” the two said. “This integrated experience moves us one step closer to bringing a full sports offering to Disney+ in the U.S.”
Iger and Johnston added that “when we launch ESPN’s flagship DTC offering in early Fall 2025, those who subscribe to the Flagship product and Disney+ will have access to the full suite of ESPN and ESPN+ content within Disney+.”
Sports
ESPN is the premier destination for sports fans, and Disney remains focused on its continued evolution as the preeminent digital sports platform to serve fans anytime, anywhere. Consumers are increasingly relying on ESPN as a digital destination for sports news and content. For more than 30 consecutive months, ESPN Digital topped the U.S. Sports Category, with 120.6 million unique visitors in September.
“The possibilities enabled by digital technology are a sports fan’s dream, and as we approach the launch of ESPN’s flagship DTC offering in early Fall 2025, the team is hard at work in creating innovative digital features for the ESPN App such as fantasy sports integrations, enhanced statistics, betting features, and e-commerce to accompany ESPN’s full package of sports programming,” Iger and Johnston said.
Experiences
Disney’s Experiences businesses remain best-in-class, serving as the places where the company’s brands and franchises come to life. The segment delivered record full-year revenue and operating income, despite some industry challenges that emerged in the second half of the fiscal year.
“From our theme parks in the U.S. and around the world, our expanding Cruise Line, and the opportunities before us from our relationship with Epic Games, this is an increasingly diversified business,” Iger and Johnston said.
Iger added in his post-earnings call on Thursday that “we have an investment strategy that is highly targeted in terms of projects, locations, and IP.”
“This all comes at a time when the footprint of our Parks & Experiences is growing. With six locations that attract guests from across the world, we have multiple exciting expansions currently in the works,” he continued. “After we unveil the Disney Treasure next week, Disney Cruise Line’s fleet will grow to a total of six ships with seven additional ships currently in development. Plus, our collaboration with Epic Games will allow us to integrate our popular brands and franchises in a transformational new games and entertainment universe.”
Wrap Up
Iger and Johnston noted that the company is “well positioned for growth in 2025 as we continue to deliver on our strategic priorities while bringing fans and families more of the entertainment they love.”
“We are proud of what we accomplished in 2024, and as we look ahead to fiscal 2025 and beyond, we are confident in our ability to drive sustained growth and create shareholder value through our world-class portfolio of assets,” the two said.
The information above should be read together with Disney’s Q4 FY 24 Earnings Report, Form 10-K, prepared earnings remarks (executive commentary), and earnings call (all available here), which discuss additional information, including additional challenges and risks the company’s businesses face and additional information about Q4 and full year FY24 performance.
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