Castaway Cay. It truly is the definition of paradise. Disney’s very own private island is a beacon of relaxation and the perfect beach day you could possibly have. There’s great beaches with not too deep water, there’s a running/biking trail, there’s snorkeling, there’s parasailing, there’s great kids areas, there’s stingrays, I mean, it’s paradise….
How to Handle Summer Rainstorms at Walt Disney World
Every Disney-lover who’s visited Walt Disney World in the summer has experienced a crazy summer storm. The sky is blue, the sun is beating down, and all of a sudden, the storm clouds roll in. Though they might only last for a few minutes, these summer storms can really pack a punch! Here, I’m bringing…
DIY Mickey Wire Ears
Project time: 30 minutes One of my favorite things to come out of the ear trend is DIY Mickey wire ears. Sporting your favorite Mickey ears at Disney has always been the thing to do. But more and more Disney fans are getting super creative and making their own ears at home! I love this…
Enter to Win USA-themed Minnie Mouse Ears
This weekend is the unofficial start of summer with the Memorial Day Weekend holiday. So, we decided we wanted to give away a set of USA-themed Minnie Mouse Ears! Look how adorable they are! These are sequined blue with stars and a red bow! They are very nice quality and fit really well. (They are…
Splash at Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites Waterpark
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, recently stayed at the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suite Waterpark. Here is her report. Following a $30 million renovation, the hotel formerly known as Nickelodeon Suites Resort is now the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites Waterpark. Sadly, all of the Nickelodeon experiences are gone: No…
Disney Family Fun Crafts
Easy DIY Crafts are fun for the whole family! Are you looking for a way to work in some Disney magic on a rainy spring day? Or looking for something to pack on the plane to keep your kids busy? Michaels Craft stores have a great new line of Disney Kids Crafts Kits featuring fun projects…
Walt Disney World Dining for $37 a Day-Magic Kingdom Edition
Disney World Dining for $37 a Day Magic Kingdom Edition The love for Disney and the love for great food almost go hand-in-hand, don’t they? Who can plan for a day at one of the parks without thinking about which tasty treat you’ll indulge in along the way? If you think I’m going on a…
Face Painting at Animal Kingdom
This face painting station is in Harambe, in the Africa section of the park The whole reason that I am so freakishly obsessed with Disney travel is that my parents brought my sister and me to Walt Disney World many times when we were growing up, starting all the way back in 1976. My parents recently…
Free and Affordable Walt Disney World Bucket List Items
When you first enter a Disney park each & every time-you’re probably thinking about all the lesser known gems you can check out. There is so much more to do than just the parks! A lot of things do come with a hefty price tag, so it’s hard to do much of that every single…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 5/21/18
Walt Disney World News Due to the popularity of the Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom, an additional option will be available to Guests starting on May 28. As part of the new After Fireworks Dessert Party, Guests will be able to experience the Happily Ever After fireworks from a special viewing area in…
2018 Star Wars Race Weekend Review
Expo Every race weekend begins with the race expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports. This is where participants pick up their race bibs and shirts along with clear gear check bags. All participants must present a signed race waiver and a photo I.D. to pick up their items. I arrived late Thursday afternoon…
Foodie Friday: Review of Palo Brunch on the Disney Fantasy
Recently, I discussed my date night with my husband at Palo onboard the Disney Fantasy, but did you know that on at sea days (and only on at sea days) Palo offers up a special brunch option? This is an extremely popular dining experience, so I strongly suggest making reservations for it as soon as…