Whether you’re just driving an hour down the road to visit your local amusement park or making a weeklong excursion to Walt Disney World, some rules always apply. Every family has a different idea of “enjoyment” on a vacation or fun outing, but these ten theme park commandments will definitely help you get the most…
Running a RunDisney Event For Charity: Part 1
I used to run kind of a lot. I started before my husband and I were married, took some time off when we were having babies, and got back into it in earnest when those babies were small. I did bunches of 5k races, a 10K, a 10 miler, and a few half marathons, all…
Disneyland’s Side Attractions – The Penny Arcade
This is the second in a series of blogs on the amusements of Disneyland. Last time I introduced you to Esmerelda, Fortune Teller. For today’s inexpensive amusements, I thought that we might stay around the Penny Arcade on Main Street USA. There is something that draws people in to sideshow amusements. It must be the…
Where to Find the Disney Princesses at Walt Disney World
Looking for Disney princesses at Walt Disney World? Look no further. Pictured below are many hours of my life. Listed below are the current locations (including character dining) that Guests can meet the Disney Princesses during regular theme park admission. I have not included character meet and greets that are only available at the Halloween…
Best Rides for the Whole Family: Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is a great park for families. There are numerous rides that everyone can enjoy together. Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom In Tomorrowland, families can catch a few rides together. Breathtaking Views from PeopleMover Start with a calm ride on Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. This elevated ride over Tomorrowland takes riders on…
Pixar’s Coco Is A Moving Tribute to Mexican Culture
Pixar’s Coco did what no animated feature since Bambi has done—made me cry! This child-friendly approach to the importance of family, life, and death is, for me, the best movie Pixar Animation Studio has ever produced. The movie was first released in Mexico on October 27th, the weekend before Día de los Muertos, and instantly became Mexico’s…
Should you Stay Onsite or Offsite? Disneyland Edition
The Disneyland Hotel, an onsite option One of the biggest decisions you’ll make when planning your Disneyland vacation is where to stay. Disneyland has three onsite resort hotels that are owned and operated by Disney. There are also many offsite options, run by other companies, that are within the city of Anaheim. Because of the massive…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/29/18
Walt Disney World News The Egg-stravaganza Scavenger Hunt will return for the Easter season from March 16 through April 1. Guests will have fun hunting high and low for eggs that portray favorite Disney characters. As you find the hidden character-themed eggs in the park, you’ll place the corresponding sticker on a specially themed…
Mouse-Sized Vacation Savers
We all hopefully remember to pack the important things for a Disney trip — good walking shoes, a camera, sunscreen, enough underwear. They are in big, bold print at the top of our packing lists. But what about the minor items? There are a few little doodads I won’t leave home without. Collectively, they take up about as much…
Foodie Friday: Breakfast Review of Ale & Compass
You all may remember that one of my sleeper favorite places for breakfast at Walt Disney World was the former Captain’s Grille. So, I’ll admit, that I was one of the few that wasn’t super excited about the refurbishment that was taking place earlier this year. I knew with the name change that the…
An Overview of Club Cool
As you stroll through Epcot on your way from Future World to the World Showcase, it can be easy to catch yourself missing Club Cool. Next time you’re checking out the Fountain of Nations take a minute to stop in to check it out! So what is Club Cool? Club Cool is a combination of…
Everything You Need to Know About Baby Care Centers: Magic Kingdom
Traveling with small children is often exhausting. Sometimes something as simple as a trip to the grocery store seems overwhelming! So a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth might not sound like a very magical experience. Fortunately, Walt Disney World is literally made for families with kids. One of my favorite amenities for families…