Dole Whip Day

Dole Whip Day

1. It's Dole Whip Day!

   On this warm, spectacular summer day, we have three words for you … DOLE® Whip Day! Just the thought of the creamy, soft-serve goodness can drive one to pull out photos of a recent Disney vacation. Nah, we aren’t looking at the family photos, we are looking for the one that features the incredible, scrumptious DOLE® Whip!
   
   In honor of DOLE® Whip Day, the panelists at planDisney have whipped up a list of tips, recommendations, and fun facts about the beloved Disney snack … the DOLE® Whip.
   
   Let’s start at the beginning. Where can one purchase this treat? The infamous DOLE® Whip can be found at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Springs, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa and even Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and Disney’s Vero Beach Resort. Wow! That’s a lot of places to find a DOLE® Whip, so bring on the tips!
   
   The Disneyland Resort panelists are first up to offer their DOLE-icious advice, including where to buy this snack and their favorite flavor. That’s right! They come in more than one flavor!
   
   “My absolute favorite DOLE Whip creation comes from The Tropical Hideaway at Disneyland Park. The DOLE Whip Raspberry-Lemon Float is a coconut-rimmed cup filled with a refreshing blend of Passionfruit-Orange-Guava Juice and topped with a swirl of Raspberry and Lemon DOLE Whip, fresh strawberries and mangoes, plus dried kiwi, and hibiscus. Not only is it Instagram worthy, but it’s also amazingly delicious too!” ~ Tiffanie
   
   “When visiting the Disneyland Resort, I have to make a stop at Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill at the Disneyland Hotel. I usually have a classic DOLE Whip in one hand and a Polynesian cocktail in the other, prepared by one of the amazing Skippers there.” ~ Andres
   
   Let’s travel across the country and see what recommendations our Walt Disney World Resort panelists have to share when it comes to this refreshing snack! Let’s start with a classic tip.
   
   “For an iconic Walt Disney World experience, stop by Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom Park for a DOLE Whip, and then enjoy it while watching the birds sing words in Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. Many Guests don't realize this is absolutely allowed, and you'll get to enjoy the Tiki Room the way Walt Disney originally dreamed it - dinner and a show!” ~ Robyn
   
   Sarah is also a lover of the classic DOLE® Whip, and we love how she teaches her children young about this classic Disney treat!
   
   “I am a classic DOLE Whip fan and prefer to get my DOLE Whip directly from Aloha Isle in Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom Park. Once you have gotten your mobile order, head under the bridge to Frontierland where you will find some shady spots to sit and enjoy. I will also admit that a DOLE Whip may have been my daughters first solid food. They are still her favorite treat!” ~Sarah
   
   planDisney DOLE® Whip fun fact from Betsy: DOLE Whip is vegan and gluten-free! And here is another fun fact, I don't care for pineapple, so I never thought DOLE Whip would be part of my world. Pineapple Lanai, located at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, offers other flavors, like lime (my favorite), and there's nothing quite as refreshing as enjoying DOLE Whip while relaxing poolside.
   
   How about a slight change to the classic?
   
   “The classic DOLE Whip is a favorite for so many, but may I introduce you to its cousin, the Pineapple Float? It's everything you love about the classic but served with pineapple juice. Just look at the menu at Aloha Isle at the Magic Kingdom Park and you will see it in the snack category. It's my favorite because it's always super refreshing!” ~ Veronica
   
   Next stop – Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort* where Lauren can’t wait to tell you where to find a DOLE® Whip!
   
   “As a Disney Vacation Club Member who loves Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort, we were thrilled when we first visited and found out that DOLE Whips were available at this Disney Beach Resort in South Carolina! My whole family delighted in eating our frozen pineapple treats from Tide Me Over (the Quick-Service window) by the pool.” ~Lauren
   
   And speaking of beaches, Guests can live their best lives enjoying a DOLE® Whip at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa!
   
   “Did you know that if you are visiting Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa on Oahu that you can go to the Dole Plantation and have a DOLE whip right from the source? Plus, you can get a ton of fun pineapple merchandise and see how pineapples grow! You can also enjoy a classic pineapple, vanilla, or swirl DOLE whip near the pool at Aulani! Simply visit the Ulu Cafe for this tasty treat! DOLE Whip in Hawaii is definitely my FAVORITE DOLE whip!”  ~ Tracy
   
   “While they always offer the pineapple flavor, they do also offer seasonal flavors. This summer they are offering the traditional pineapple DOLE Whip, as well as a watermelon DOLE Whip at Little ‘Opihi’s. And there is even a mango flavor at the Ulu Café! YUM!”  ~ Kate
   
   planDisney DOLE® Whip fun fact from Jane: DOLE Whips are so beloved that Guests can buy DOLE Whip inspired merchandise!  From tee shirts, to hats and handbags there's something for everyone to show their love of this pineapple-flavored frosty treat. 
   
   We could go on for days about our beloved DOLE® Whip, but we hope you have enjoyed some of our top tips. For more DOLE® Whip recommendations and tips on planning your next Disney vacation, follow along on Instagram (@planDisneypanel) or Twitter (@planDisney), or ask your question at planDisney.com.
   
   *DOLE® Whips can also be found at Wind & Waves Market at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort.