If you’re a veteran Walt Disney World visitor, or just someone who is interested in learning the secrets behind the magic, you’ve probably considered booking one of the many tours offered at the parks. There are several different options for tours – they range in price and time commitment – from the Behind the Seeds…
Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid (A Must Do)
Frozen Ever After. Seven Dwarf Mine Train. Soarin. All fantastic and magical new rides in Walt Disney World over the past few years, but my family has another favorite that has been overlooked by many. Under the Sea- Journey of the Little Mermaid is one new ride that we feel guests shouldn’t miss while visiting…
How I Did: Riding all 5 Rides in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in One Morning
In a previous post, I made a plan to tour Disney’s Hollywood Studios and ride all five of its rides in one morning using park open (“rope drop”) and FastPass+ strategies. I put this plan to the test on Tuesday, August 23, 2016. This post goes through my plan and my success at completing the steps. …
A Disney Themed Birthday Party!
Recently my daughter turned 2 (which I can’t even talk about! My baby!) and I figured this would probably be the last opportunity I had to pick the theme for her birthday party without her input. So naturally, I chose a Disney theme; “Oh TWOdles!” with Classic Minnie Mouse! As a sidebar, let me just…
A Peak Behind The Curtain At AbracadaBar at Disney’s Boardwalk
Recently a tiny bar poofed into existence on Disney’s Boardwalk. Nestled between Flying Fish and Trattoria al Forno, this spot offers a simple drink menu with a flair for the magical. I’m of course talking about AbracadaBar where legend has it the bar was once a local hangout for magicians until one night they all…
The Best Fish Options at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival
The Epcot Food and Wine Festival is a great opportunity to try new dishes, since you do not have to invest in a whole table service entree in order to try items from the various kiosks. On our last vacation, we were able to try many of the kiosk dishes, including some delicious fish…
Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland
Welcome, foolish mortals, to Mickey’s Halloween Party! On September 30th, my family and I enjoyed Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park. This is a special ticketed event held on select evening in the Fall. On nights when the party is being held, Disneyland Park closes to regular guests at 7:00 p.m., and only people who…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 10/10/16
A few years ago, Disney introduced the Muppet Mobile Lab into Epcot. The Muppet Mobile Lab brought Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker into the parks to conduct experiments and perform scientific demonstrations. It was an entertainment experience that featured two audio animatronics, rolling around on wheels, and interacting with guests around the park. But it…
Easy Disney Costumes for Teens and Adults
Maybe you don’t have the time, or maybe you can’t stomach spending a ton of money on something you’ll only wear once. But you still want a some sort of costume whether it’s for a runDisney event, for fun or for Halloween, even if you’re far past trick-or-treating age. What you need are ideas for…
Foodie Friday: Snack Spotlight on Waffle Sandwiches at Sleepy Hollow
One of the best snack stops in all of the Magic Kingdom is found in Liberty Square. It’s called Sleepy Hollow and it can be found right over the bridge coming from Main Street U.S.A. Sleepy Hollow is known for its yummy funnel cakes and ice cream cookie sandwiches (seriously…it’s two giant fresh-baked cookies…
Finding Lambie or finding lost toys on a Disney holiday
It is the traveling parent’s nightmare. Your child’s beloved, ‘there’s no possible way for me to sleep without him/her/it’ special security item has gone missing. You have scoured the hotel room – even going as far as looking under the bed…and don’t you wish that you had never done that because now you will…
How I Did: Seeing Epcot’s Future World Attractions in One Morning
In a previous post on Epcot, I demonstrated how you could see all of Epcot’s Future World attractions in one morning using park open (“rope drop”) and FastPass+ strategies to your advantage. I put this plan to the test in August 2016. This post goes through my plan and my success at completing the steps. Pre-Trip…