Walt Disney World News On August 13, Mission: SPACE will relaunch with a brand-new “Green Mission” and an enhanced version of the “Orange Mission.” The Orange Mission will continue to let Guests feel the force of an actual space launch en route to Mars where they’ll dodge meteoroids, slingshot around the moon, and attempt to…
An Ode to the Back Side of Water: The Jungle Cruise
Ah, the Jungle Cruise. I have had the pleasure of riding this attractions many times, both at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. It’s a Disney classic – an original attraction that Walt Disney was personally involved in creating. Some might find it old fashioned. Others might consider the audio animatronic animals and corny spiels of…
Christmas in July — These Are a Few of My Favorite Things (Disneyland Resort)
Summer is in full swing, and, for many people, it is a time for pool parties, road trips and carefree sunset strolls on the beach. It is a time to sing and tell ghost stories around a campfire, and to enjoy picnics in the park. It is time to grab a boat and explore…
Table Service Dining at Aulani – A Disney Resort & Spa
Dining is such an important aspect of any Disney vacation. It’s something you dream about. Drool over. And Let me tell you, I was dreaming and drooling over my options during my visit to Aulani – A Disney Resort & Spa. Now, while you can make dining reservations, and probably should if you’ll be visiting…
Review of Ariel’s Grotto World of Color Dining Package at Disney’s California Adventure Park
Recently, my family (mother, father, sister, and I) went to Disneyland for the first time. We are Walt Disney World veterans, and really wanted to enjoy our time in California. Knowing that we needed to get a good viewing spot for the World of Color nighttime show at Disney’s California Adventure, we decided to book…
Walt Disney World For The Aspiring Astronaut
Do you have an aspiring astronaut in your family? Are you an aspiring astronaut yourself? For those of us who grew up dreaming of being in the astronaut corps, the answer to every career day question was an easy one. Who doesn’t want to be strapped into a rocket and shot into space at 22,500…
Volcano Bay Raises the Bar for Water Theme Parks
Beautifully themed and landscaped Volcano Bay offers thrill rides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and great food steps away from the Cabana Bay Resort. Brand-new technology is being introduced to allow for virtual reservation in the form of the TapuTapu wristbands. Guests can tap the band against a totem outside a ride, and the…
Jiko’s Mac and Cheese Recipe
While I have not had the pleasure of dining at Jiko at the Animal Kingdom Lodge, I have heard excellent things about their macaroni and cheese. Mac and cheese is a very popular thing to eat at my house, since all four of my children are fans of the dish. So when I found…
Movie Review: Toby Tyler
Based on James Otis Kaler’s 1881 book Toby Tyler; or, Ten Weeks with a Circus, Disney’s Toby Tyler was theatrically released on January 21, 1960. The live action film is ninety-five minutes in length. Plot Summary Convinced that he is no longer wanted by his guardians, his Uncle Daniel (Tom Fadden) and his Aunt Olive…
Introducing the 2017 Disney Hallmark Ornaments
If you are like me, you love Disney ornaments. Every trip to Walt Disney World includes a visit to one (or more) of the year round Christmas stores in Disney Springs, the Magic Kingdom, or Hollywood Studios, and every trip is commemorated with an ornament. They help us share the memories, joy, and wonder of…
A Tale of Two Haunted Mansions
Disneyland‘s Haunted Mansion When hinges creak in darkened chambers And strange and frightening sounds echo through the halls Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still That is the time when ghosts are present Practicing their terror with ghoulish delight! The Haunted Mansion is high most Disney lovers’ list of top attractions. Few theme…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 7/24/17
Walt Disney World News Mobile Order has been expanded to Pinocchio Village Haus and Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café. Using the My Disney Experience app, Mobile Order allows Guests to select menu items, customize their order and pre-pay for their meal. When they arrive at the restaurant they tap an “I’m here” button…