Being a Disney-regular, I’ve tried just about every snack at the parks. While there’s nothing like a Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar or a fresh churro, sometimes packing snacks to bring into the parks is a good idea. Whether you’re trying to save money (unless you’re using snack credits on the Disney Dining Plan, snacks…
Foodie Friday: The Disney Dining Plan Can Be a Great Value
The Disney Dining Plan is one of those things in the Disney online community that gets a lot of attention. Why? Well, the topic of discussion always goes to are the plans worth it? Are they worth the money and can you get a good value out of them? Well, thanks to a change that…
Haters Gonna Hate: Eight Disney Downers and How to Deal with Them
You love Disney, but someone you know doesn’t. Not everyone is a fan! Perhaps they’ve had a bad experience, or maybe they’ve been given bad information. Regardless, they may disparage your beloved Disney, or resist going on a trip to Florida or California. If you’re trying to convince Disney downers to put on a happy…
Disney Chase Visa Meets at Walt Disney World
After seeing the Disney Chase Visa meet and greet signs over years of Walt Disney World trips, I actually didn’t get to experience one until I went to Disneyland. After that first Disney trip with the Disney Visa, I knew I would have to carve out some time on my next journey to Walt Disney…
Live Entertainment at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
It is impossible to take in all the live entertainment at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in a single day. To experience both the attractions and the live entertainment, guests should allocate at least two days to spend in this park. Following is a short list of daily events, all included in your park admission: The afternoon…
What’s Coming in 2018 for Walt Disney World
It is time to look ahead at what magic will be awaiting Guests visiting Walt Disney World in 2018. Model of Toy Story Land (Photo by Rikki Niblett) Disney’s Hollywood Studios seems to be the big winner heading into 2018. Toy Story Land is opening in summer of 2018. In this new land, guests shrink…
What to Wear in the Winter: Walt Disney World Edition
When you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World in the winter, deciding what to pack can be a challenge. Florida winter can be unpredictable. Will it be warm or will it be chilly? Sometimes, you may even experience both during the course of your trip. Don’t worry though. I’ve got you covered! Here…
Movie Review: Charley and the Angel
A live action comedy-drama based on Will Stanton’s 1971 novel The Golden Evenings of Summer, Disney’s Charley and the Angel was theatrically released on March 23, 1973. The film is ninety-three minutes in length. Plot Summary In a small midwestern town in the late summer of 1933, Charley Appleby (Fred MacMurray), the middle-aged father of…
Should You Stay Onsite or Offsite? Walt Disney World Edition
The Polynesian Resort, an onsite option Planning for a Walt Disney World vacation involves many decisions. When do you want to go? For how long? What attractions are most important to your family? Where would you like to eat? But one of the first decisions you’ll make is where to stay. The two major categories…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 2/5/18
Walt Disney World News Starting May 25, the Walt Disney World Resort will launch an Incredible Summer for 2018: At Magic Kingdom, Guests will party with Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, and Frozone from The Incredibles. Also for the first time ever, Guests will get to see Edna Mode, The super heroes will interact with…
A Special Treat for Star Wars Fans: Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party
I have become a Star Wars fan late in life largely due to living with a group of Star Wars enthusiasts – even my 3 year old has joined the force and fallen in love with Chewbacca and BB-8. On every Walt Disney World vacation though we plan to try something new that we’ve never…
Foodie Friday: Mobile Ordering Now Available for Guests With Disney Dining Plans
One of my favorite things that the Walt Disney World Resort has recently rolled out has been the Mobile Ordering Service. It has been an incredible option that I have taken advantage of on many different occasions. Matter of fact, I was among the first people to try Mobile Ordering when it debuted at Satu’li…