Walt Disney World Dining Continues to Get Better, Plus More News

The All-New Grand Floridian Spa Opens January 26 at Walt Disney World The Grand Floridian Spa has been refreshed while keeping in style with Victorian theme of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Inside the newly reimagined spa you'll find a tranquil Floridian garden with serene lighting and calming music. The ideal way to take a break and recharge from the high energy magic of the world outside the spa doors.There is a wide range of treatments and massages from which to choose. For example, you can experience The Grand Massage or Massage for Two. Both incorporate botanical lotions and other elements to designed to release tension and fatigue and replenish the mind, body and spirit. Or, why not destress with Nature’s Renewal Hydrating Treatment, which combines a full body exfoliation with a hydrating botanical massage.A full range of salon services are also available including haircuts, styling and The Grand Manicure and Pedicure Treatments. The Grand Floridian Spa’s nail treatments provide the ultimate pampering experience with exfoliation, mask, massage and choice of nail lacquer. Plus, you can visit the relaxation lounge before or after their treatments.Advance reservations are recommended and can be made online for dates starting January 26, 2022.--Garden Rocks Concert Series Returning to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden FestivalThe popular Garden Rocks Concert Series returns to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival this March! New this year, top name artists will take the stage at the America Gardens Theater from Friday through Monday, while local Orlando bands and musicians will step into the spotlight Tuesday through Thursday.The Complete 2022 Garden Rocks! Concert Line-up At EPCOTMarch 4-5 – The Guess WhoMarch 6-7 – Rick SpringfieldMarch 11-12 – Melina Leon – NEW to Garden RocksMarch 18-19 – Mike DelGuidice, currently on tour with Billy Joel – NEWMarch 20-21 – Kool & The Gang – NEW to Garden RocksMarch 25-28 – The Orchestra starring former members of ELOApril 1-2 – The SpinnersApril 3-4 – The Pointer SistersApril 8-9 – Blue October – NEW to Garden RocksApril 15-16 – Tommy DeCarlo, singer of the band Boston – NEWApril 17-18 – Don Felder, Formerly of The EaglesApril 22-23 – STARSHIP featuring Mickey ThomasApril 24-25 – Claudia Leitte – NEWApril 29-30 – BerlinMay 1-2 – TobyMacMay 6-7 – Blood, Sweat & TearsMay 8-9 – The Commodores – NEW to Garden RocksMay 13-14 – Ambrosia with Peter Beckett – NEWMay 20-21 – A Flock Of SeagullsMay 22-23 – Collin Raye – NEWMay 27-28 – Thelma Houston – NEWMay 29-30 – Little River BandJune 3-6 – Simple PlanJune 10-13 – Herman’s Hermits starring Peter NooneJune 17-20 – Plain White T’sYou can reserve your spot at a show by booking a Garden Rocks Dining Package available Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday. Find out more by visiting FreshEPCOT.com. --More Walt Disney World Restaurant Reopenings are Coming Your Way!Here's the latest news of upcoming reopenings and updates at Walt Disney World restaurants. January 27: The chefs from Flying Fish at Disney’s BoardWalk will welcome back guests with their signature seafood dishes. Of course, they also have steak offerings.Favorite entrées include The Seafood Pearl Pasta which includes shrimp, lobster, scallops, clams, and mussels. Or, seafood lovers may prefer the Plancha-seared Scallops accompanied with savory grits, sweet corn, and Peppadew emulsion.For dessert, Flying Fish has a few great offerings, including a chocolate-lover favorite: the Cocoa Breach accompanied with delicious vanilla custard.January 31: the Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney's Yacht Club Resort is back with some favorite breakfast options and new lunch offerings. Why not start with some Blueberry Bacon Pancakes.February 3: The Turf Club Bar and Grill at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort will once again be off to the races. It has a well-earned reputation for offering delicious American flavors in every dish. A classic appetizer here is the New York Cider-braised Mussels with garlic, chorizo, fennel, Fresno chili, and apple cider topped with a grilled baguette.Good picks for a main course include the Grilled Pork Chop or Braised Lamb Tagliatelle. And for cheesecake fans, there's a great New York Cheesecake on the menu.February 15: Cape May Café offers a little New England vibe where you can again feast on an all-you-care-to-enjoy, buffet breakfast with tasty items like pull-a-part bread with vanilla sauce, beef hash, and an omelet station. And what breakfast is complete without Mickey and Minnie waffles? The buffet continues at dinner with options like cornbread, seasonal harvest salad, seafood boil, and a daily carving station, just to name a few. You can also upgrade with snow crab legs or even a whole lobster, both purchased by the pound. February 17: Jiko – The Cooking Place reopens at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge featuring the tastes and flavors of African, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine. Worth a try is the Seafood Tagine featuring prawns scallops, squid, and Littleneck clams. If you like shellfish, this one's for you. For dessert, the Kilimanjaro dessert is back. It's a work of art that tastes great too. Decadent dark chocolate mousse, pistachio financier, pink peppercorn meringue, cacao nib crunch, and ras el hanout pineapples. Is your mouth watering yet?Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. 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