It's spring, and that means wonderful things are taking shape across Walt Disney World. Since this is a time for new beginnings, I thought a news round-up would be in order to tempt you into thinking about your next Walt Disney World vacation.

Tucked away in a back hall of the Great Ceremonial House at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, guests will find an unassuming door that leads to a truly enchanted bar. Trader Sam's Grog Grotto is a tiki hideaway that transports guests to a fanciful the South Seas retreat where anything can happen. My daughter and I stopped by on our last trip to enjoy the whimsical fun served-up by the crew.

Walt Disney World know that Americans consume somewhere around 16-17 billion quarts of popcorn each and every year, that's just one of the reasons why you'll find no shortage of the snack throughout the Disney Parks. We love popcorn so much in the U.S. we have both a National Popcorn Day AND a National Caramel Popcorn Day. If you just can't get enough of this old-fashioned whole grain snack that's perfect to pop in your mouth, you'll want to know where to get the goods on your next Disney vacation.

As the weather down south starts to warm, Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts are stepping up their poolside offerings just in time for swim season. Exclusive access to the fabulous 3-acre swimming pool called Stormalong Bay is one of the main reasons many travelers choose these posh Epcot area Resorts, and from what we see the popular pool are just keeps getting better. Check out some of the waterside fun at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts.

Fun new master classes are popping up at several Walt Disney World Resort hotels to give your family even more vacation adventure. Led by professional artists guests who participate in these programs will create their own Disney inspired masterpieces to cherish forever. It's the perfect way to add a pop of creative magic to your activities outside of the Disney Parks.

Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has long been the ultimate destination for foodies to indulge in fine Dining at Walt Disney World. The exquisite restaurant, which is one of Florida's best continually rakes in awards and recognition from the food world. To kick off 2019 with style, Victoria & Albert's has been honored again with the impressive accolades a AAA Diamond Five Diamond Rating, as well as the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award.

Tusker House is one of the classic restaurants of Disney's Animal Kingdom. This family friendly buffet located in Harambe Village offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with Mickey and friends. Whether you're looking for a great spot to start your day, or any meal right through until the end of the night, Tusker House is serving up hearty fare for the whole family. Here are 5 reasons that you should eat at Tusker House.

The fleet of food trucks parked on at Exposition Park on the West Side makes for a trendy and tasty food court at Disney Springs. Rolling in this March the fleet will be rounded out with a brand-new delicious addition - the Mac & Cheese Truck. Rich, creamy, and oh-so-cheesy Mac & Cheese is one of America's favorite foods. The new Mac & Cheese Truck is sure to be a hit.

The Nomad Lounge is fast becoming one of my favorite spots to relax and have a drink while touring. The dark timber building boasts a lovely wrap around patio and sits above the Discovery River just before you cross the bridge into Pandora.

Disney's Hollywood Studios is currently undergoing a massive transformation across several areas of the Park. At 14-acres in size a new land focused o the Star Wars Universe will transport Guests to planet Batuu, for an adventure that is truly out of this world. So what's the skinny? Read on for everything we know so far about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.