Episode 220: Eat to the Beat, Dining Plans Returning & New EPCOT Restaurant

On This Episode

The guys answer listener questions on topics including villains, favorite DVC pools, and favorite live show in the parks. DVC is currently offering an opportunity to save even more on direct points through the Magical Beginnings program. The guys discuss the recently released lineup for the Eat to the Beat concert series at the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Disney announced several enhancements to the guest experience coming in 2024 including removing theme park reservations for date based tickets, introducing “good-to-go days” for Annual Passholders, the return of dining plans, continuing extended park time to Disney Resort hotel guests, and allowing Genie+ reservations in advance. A new restaurant called Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya is coming to the Japan pavilion this summer. Disney is celebrating 40 years of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with new merch and collectibles.

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Episode Links

• Eat to the Beat Lineup
• Guest Experience Updates
• New Japan Pavilion Restaurant
• Return of the Jedi Merch