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Happy Mom2 · 05-31-2012, 09:27 PM

Thanks for the info. I read something about a F&W passport or booklet. Can someone tell me what this is exactly? Does it cost extra? Where do you get them?

I apologize for all the questions. I'm a planner and I'm so excited that I can't help myself!

Sweet Melissa · 05-31-2012, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Happy Mom2

Thanks for the info. I read something about a F&W passport or booklet. Can someone tell me what this is exactly? Does it cost extra? Where do you get them?

I apologize for all the questions. I'm a planner and I'm so excited that I can't help myself!

We picked up one of the booklets last year. The Festival Welcome Center and most of the Festival Marketplace Booths have them. They're just a free collectible "passport" that lists all the booths in the Festival Marketplace and the items they sell. The booths you visit will stamp your passport and you can check off the menu items you tasted. It's a cute little keepsake.

glaserjm · 06-01-2012, 11:52 AM

I thought I saw this question posed somewhere else before but can't remember, will the F&W kiosks be open later on Epcot EMH nights? Come to think of it, I can't even remember if WS stays open late on those nights...

Forever Fairy · 06-01-2012, 11:55 AM

I believe last time DH and I went in 2012 the did NOT stay open for extended hours. Keep in mind that Epcot EMH are usually on Friday's for the World Showcase - and Fri/Sat are usually the busiest days for locals to come in and enjoy the festival.

If you go on a weekend day, try to sample some things early (11AM) when they open. Otherwise, be prepared for lots of lines.

TDC Nala · 06-01-2012, 12:02 PM

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Yes, the release the menus in advance.

This is true for the food kiosks. It is not true for the special events, signature dinners for the most part (Raglan Road has already released theirs though), and the Party for the Senses.

The kiosks generally do not stay open for extra magic hours. A couple of the more popular ones may operate a little bit past closing time.

MeLady · 06-01-2012, 12:02 PM

We have always been to Disney in Dec/Jan! This year we are heading to Disney for my cousin's wedding which will be our first F & W. So need to get to planning & understanding!

Happy Mom2 · 06-01-2012, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweet Melissa

We picked up one of the booklets last year. The Festival Welcome Center and most of the Festival Marketplace Booths have them. They're just a free collectible "passport" that lists all the booths in the Festival Marketplace and the items they sell. The booths you visit will stamp your passport and you can check off the menu items you tasted. It's a cute little keepsake.

Thanks! I'm getting more and more excited!!

Krissalee · 06-01-2012, 07:06 PM

I am so looking forward to theis years F&W Fest. DH and I will be there from 11/2 to 11/9. This is the latest in the year we have ever gone during festival. I'm looking forward to the French Lunches, PFTS and the food booths. Depending on the venue, I may even be up to booking a specialty dinner.

Just 152 days to go until I hit the World for F&W!

rentayenta · 06-01-2012, 09:53 PM

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franandaj · 06-01-2012, 11:30 PM

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Subbing and reading back

Sweet Melissa · 06-02-2012, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Krissalee

I am so looking forward to theis years F&W Fest. DH and I will be there from 11/2 to 11/9. This is the latest in the year we have ever gone during festival. I'm looking forward to the French Lunches, PFTS and the food booths. Depending on the venue, I may even be up to booking a specialty dinner.

Just 152 days to go until I hit the World for F&W!

We'll be there late this year too. Our tentative dates are 10/31 to 11/10. We prefer late October and/or early November, though. The crowds tend to be a little smaller than they are in the beginning of F&W season.

rentayenta · 06-02-2012, 07:43 AM

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PFTS is usually held on most Saturdays. Though in the past couple of years they seem to have been not having it on the first Saturday of the Festival.

PFTS? What does it stand for and what is it please?

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PNO4TE · 06-02-2012, 07:57 AM

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PFTS? What does it stand for and what is it please?

Party for the Senses

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/din...or-the-senses/

rentayenta · 06-02-2012, 08:03 AM

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Party for the Senses

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/din...or-the-senses/

I've got a lot to learn about F&W. I had no clue how many cool extra things went on.

redzinner · 06-02-2012, 08:25 AM

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PFTS? What does it stand for and what is it please?

Most concise way to describe Party for the Senses: mega cocktail party with food and beverage stations. An expensive extra ticketed event held during select Saturdays during the Food & Wine Festival. For the past few years there have been two tiers of ticket prices: main room with tables but no reserved tables or Wine View Lounge in the Main Room with reserved tables.

Here is a review from 2010 on the Disney Food Blog.

05-31-2012, 09:27 PM	#76
Happy Mom2 DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Too far from Disney Posts: 1,364	Thanks for the info. I read something about a F&W passport or booklet. Can someone tell me what this is exactly? Does it cost extra? Where do you get them? I apologize for all the questions. I'm a planner and I'm so excited that I can't help myself! __________________ Me DH DD DS

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glaserjm Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 378	I thought I saw this question posed somewhere else before but can't remember, will the F&W kiosks be open later on Epcot EMH nights? Come to think of it, I can't even remember if WS stays open late on those nights... __________________ (DH) Joe (Me) Jayne (Charlie) (Pete)- Rescue Dogs Rock!! CR-8/85; CR-8/90; YC-3/95; FW-8/10; ASMu-3/11OKW-3/12; OKW 10/12; OKW 3/13; OKW 11/13 Taking the PTR Plunge...Our November F&W Extravaganza & First RunDisney

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Forever Fairy Spreading Some Pixie Dust Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 559	I believe last time DH and I went in 2012 the did NOT stay open for extended hours. Keep in mind that Epcot EMH are usually on Friday's for the World Showcase - and Fri/Sat are usually the busiest days for locals to come in and enjoy the festival. If you go on a weekend day, try to sample some things early (11AM) when they open. Otherwise, be prepared for lots of lines. __________________

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Krissalee DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,525	I am so looking forward to theis years F&W Fest. DH and I will be there from 11/2 to 11/9. This is the latest in the year we have ever gone during festival. I'm looking forward to the French Lunches, PFTS and the food booths. Depending on the venue, I may even be up to booking a specialty dinner. Just 152 days to go until I hit the World for F&W! __________________ Krissy & Craig's next trip: 10/13 Celebrating Our 15th Anniversary Trip plus Food & Wine Festival @ BWV Past Trips: 11/12 OKW 10/11 BWV (13th Anniversary), 2/11 Mom & Dad's 40th Anniversary with 8 adults & 4 children @ SSR, 10/10 SSR (12th Anniversary), 1/10 BWV, 3/09 BWV, 10/08 SSR (10th Anniversary), 10/07 BCV/SSR (9th Anniversary), 10/06 BWV (8th Anniversary), 10/05 BWV (7th Anniversary - Hurricane Wilma), 10/03 BWV (5th Anniversary), 12/02 AKL/YC (my 30th birthday), 3/02 ASM, 10/01 WL (3rd Anniversary), 1999 CBR, childhood trips late 70s/early 80s

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