You have a lot of choices when planning your Disney vacation. One of the first decisions you’ll make it where to stay. There are so many great options on Disney property that the choice seems overwhelming! I’ll try to make it easier for you and give you some reasons you should consider Disney’s Boardwalk Inn…
An Ode to The Enchanted Tiki Room
Walt Disney World’s Enchanted Tiki Room. Photo courtesy of Kelly Nobles I barely remember anything from my very first Walt Disney World visit way back in 1976. I was just about to turn 6, and my parents were so excited to take my little sister and me to Walt and Roy’s last great project. I…
Movie Review: Summer Magic
DVD Cover Copyright Disney A musical drama and comedy based on Kate Douglas Wiggin’s 1911 novel Mother Carey’s Chickens, Summer Magic was theatrically released on July 7, 1963. The live action film is 110 minutes in length. Plot Summary In turn-of-the-twentieth-century Boston, the Carey family, which consists of a mother named Margaret (Dorothy McGuire), a…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/9/17
Wies N Buam is now performing at the gazebo stage located in the Germany pavilion at Epcot. The group plays original renditions of Bavarian folk music. Wies N Buam is currently expected to perform five days a week, Sunday through Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Beginning January 12 through February 22, all Guests visiting the Magic…
Foodie Friday: Anandapur Local Foods Cafe at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
This year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will become the place to visit. I can just feel it. With the addition of both Pandora: The World of Avatar and the nighttime spectacular Rivers of Light, plus all the other great nighttime extras that were added to the park last year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will become the hot…
Getting An Education While On A Disney Vacation
For the past nine years that my children have been born, we have taken trips to Disney. These trips occurred whenever we wanted them to because as babies they were not in school, as there were times where we wanted to go during times of the year that were convenient for us in terms…
The Wisdom of Walt: A Mouse for Less Review
Probably like many other fans, I first heard about “The Wisdom of Walt” when author Jeffrey Barnes was a guest on the Be Our Guest Podcast talking about the book and his life. His story was incredible, and, as a college educator myself, his philosophy and focus was intriguing to me. As such, I enthusiastically…
Girls Weekend at Walt Disney World: A Trip Report
There’s nothing better than a trip to Walt Disney World, especially when it starts to get chilly back home! This past Veteran’s Day Weekend, my best friend of 16 years and I met for a quick Disney getaway, and we had an absolute blast! I’m bringing you my trip report from the weekend to help…
Dinner at the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
Welcome to the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe The Jolly Holiday Bakery Café is a fairly recent addition to Disneyland Park’s lineup of quick service eateries. I am especially fond of this place because of it’s themed to Mary Poppins, which I consider to be Walt Disney’s masterpiece. In case the name didn’t give that fact…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/2/17
The Magic Kingdom will be changing their Welcome Show beginning January 9. Guests will be able to experience the debut of a brand new Welcome Show on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage. Guests will also be able to get a head start on their day on Main Street, U.S.A. with photo opportunities, breakfast offerings and…
Foodie Friday: Top 5 Best New Walt Disney World Dining Experiences from 2016
2016 was a year of change and this year, at Walt Disney World. It was certainly one that was full of brand new dining experiences. 2016 was a culinary delight for those visiting the parks, resorts, and more. Here are the Top 5 best new dining experiences from 2016. Blaze Pizza Want to know…
All About Disney Movies Anywhere
Do you have several electronic devices to watch your movies on? Perhaps your kids have their own devices. Well Disney Movies Anywhere has you covered. Disney Movies Anywhere is an app and a website where you can browse, buy and watch your favorite movies on several types of devices. Whenever I purchase a movie…