There’s nothing better than a hot cup of coffee to start a chilly Disney morning, or an iced latte to sip while strolling down Main Street U.S.A. For a coffee lover like myself, finding the best cup of joe is an important part of a successful Walt Disney World vacation. Since WDW hasn’t always been known…
What You Need to Know About Traveling to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort During a Hurricane
As you can clearly see, hurricane season is in full force. Hurricane season officially lasts from June 1 through November 30, with August and September being the peak time period for hurricanes to form. For those of you traveling to the Central Florida region during this time period, you may be affected by a…
Review of Jungle Navigation Co. Skipper Canteen
From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! Published On October 5, 2016, By Teresa Pitman Imagine you’re a skipper on one of the Jungle Cruise riverboats in Magic Kingdom. You’ve had a long day pointing out the backside of water and shouting “Shoo! Shoo!” at that menacing hippopotamus. But finally, your boat is…
The Best Sweet Treats at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival
The Epcot Food and Wine Festival is filled with food and beverages throughout its many kiosks. While the wine, beer, and dinner selections may be most popular, it’s sweet desserts should not be overlooked. This article will point out some of my favorite sweet treats from the Festival. 1. Cannoli al cioccolato from the…
PassPorter’s Walt Disney World 2016 – A Mouse for Less Review
When you start planning a trip to Walt Disney World, you can easily get overwhelmed not only with the plentiful information, but the plentiful sources of information as well. Even if you only look at actual books it can be hard to decide which one (or ones) to try. You might look to Birnbaum’s to…
Movie Review: Herbie Fully Loaded
DVD Cover Copyright Disney After a quarter-century hiatus from the big screen, Disney’s beloved anthropomorphic Volkswagen Beetle, Herbie, regained his glory when Herbie: Fully Loaded was theatrically released on June 17, 2005. The live action flick, the fifth theatrically-released Herbie movie, after The Love Bug (1968), Herbie Rides Again (1974), Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo…
Dinner at Animator’s Palate on the Disney Dream
Animator’s Palate is a full service restaurant located on Deck Three of the Disney Dream. It is part of the ship’s rotational dining service. On our cruise this month, we were scheduled to eat here twice – and the second time, it was for the Disney Cruise Line’s famous Pirate Night! The first time I…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 10/3/16
The March of the First Order will now begin their patrol by making their way up Hollywood Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, briefly stopping at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and continuing on to Center Stage. Guests will be able to experience a limited-time royal engagement called “A Princess Royal Reception” where they will get…
Universal Orlando’s Sapphire Falls Lures with Island Vibes
Sapphire Falls — From Skull Island to Island Time Sapphire Falls is a different kind of island time. My home for two nights recently was at Sapphire Falls Resort, Loews fifth on-site hotel and the second resort aimed at the moderate market. My room offered a great view of the eight Universal Orlando rides, and…
Foodie Friday: Review of The Leaky Cauldron
You all know I’m obsessed with Harry Potter, right? I love the books and re-read them frequently and anytime the movies are on Freeform, I immediately turn them on. It doesn’t matter that I know it all by heart. To me, it is just a great story that I never tire of. Which is why,…
Tips for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
While there are many reasons I love to visit Walt Disney World in the fall, The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is definitely at the top of the list. The festival, commonly referred to as “Food & Wine,” is in its twenty-first year and this is the longest it’s ever run – a full…
Enjoying Fall on Main Street U.S.A.
The fall season has to be one of the my favorite times of year, and Main Street U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom is partially to blame! From the moment you step off of the Monorail, you’re greeted by pumpkins, friendly jack-o-lanterns, crisp leaves, and delicious seasonal goodies. I recently took a trip to the Magic Kingdom and…