Do you want to know what I think is one of the best breakfast options at Walt Disney World? While Mickey Waffles are pretty much at the top…what is one of the next best choices? The Croissant Doughnut that can be found at the Refreshment Port in World Showcase at Epcot. Never heard of…
5 Reasons to Get Up Early on A Walt Disney World Vacation
An Empty Hollywood Studios It is your vacation and you don’t want to get up early. You want to sleep in, go with the flow and just relax. I know so many feel this way when they head to Walt Disney World on their vacations; however, I would encourage you to considering getting up early…
Lunch Break at the 50’s Prime Time Cafe
If you are looking for some homestyle food on your vacation, the 50’s Prime Time Cafe at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the perfect place to dine. This isn’t a character meal, but the restaurant itself has a lot of character. The old-time feel creates a fun and relaxing environment that the whole family will enjoy….
Tips for Riding Up Front on the Monorail at Disneyland
The monorail at Disneyland works differently than its sibling at Walt Disney World. Instead of being transportation between resorts and theme parks, it has only two stops, one of which ends inside of Disneyland. And a unique experience only available now at Disneyland is the chance to ride in the nose cone. Join us as we ride…
Attempting the Ultimate Theme Park Touring Plan at the Magic Kingdom
We go to Disney often enough that we are always trying to find a way to experience it differently. I have heard about the Ultimate Touring Plan from several different friends in the Disney community and thought it might be cool to attempt. I did a bit of research beforehand on what needed to be…
Disney California Adventure Rope Drop Strategies for Walt Disney World Experts
Radiator Springs Racers – not to be missed In a previous post, I made suggestions for rope drop strategies at Disneyland Park for Walt Disney World veterans. Today, I’d like to share with you my strategies for Disney California Adventure. Let me make this clear: this is not a strategy for first time Disney park…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 2/27/17
A brand new dining experience is being introduced called, Celebration at the Top. Guests will check in to the California Grill and head to the private dining rooms where they can enjoy complimentary bar offerings and a variety of small plates, including canapés, sushi rolls, flatbreads and more. Guests will then have an incredible view…
Foodie Friday: Disney Dining Plan Increase
The Disney Dining Plan is a popular option for many traveling to Walt Disney World. There are three different plans to choose from that allows Guests to pre-pay for their dining – the Quick Service Dining Plan, the Disney Dining Plan, and the Deluxe Dining Plan. Disney’s Quick Service Dining Plan is perfect for…
Top 10 Table Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World
It is an age old question for Disney vacation planners – what is the best restaurant? The most honest answer? – it depends. However, if you talk to enough people, some definite trends emerge, so I decided to ask the members of the Mouse for Less Facebook group what their favorite table service restaurant was,…
Height Restrictions at Walt Disney World and Disneyland
Before heading to Walt Disney World or Disneyland, one very important thing you need to do is to make sure you take the time to look over the height requirements and restrictions for the various theme park attractions. Doing this ahead of time will help prevent any potentila meltdowns prior to being at the…
The Best Walt Disney World Treats for Less than $10
We all know that Walt Disney World vacations can be pricey; between resort stays, park passes, and special splurges, the price tag on a Disney trip can be pretty steep! Finding the occasional great value on a Disney vacation can feel like a victory. In my opinion, you can enjoy quite a few delicious…
Walt Disney World Resort Activities Outside of the Parks
Visiting Walt Disney World is so much more than theme parks. If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me why I go back so often, I could fund a nice weekend trip! In all seriousness, there is so much to do outside of the theme parks. In fact, I could make a…