DVD Cover Copyright Disney The fourth and final installment in the original series of live action flicks featuring Herbie the anthropomorphic Volkswagen Beetle, after The Love Bug (1968), Herbie Rides Again (1974), and Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo (1977), Herbie Goes Bananas was theatrically released on June 25, 1980. The film, which was followed by…
Brews, Breakfast and More: Review of A Disney Visa Holder Exclusive Event
One of the benefits of being a Disney Visa cardholder is that the program offers some special events at Walt Disney World, including events during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. In July of 2015, I received an email from Disney Visa advising that they would offer three dining events during the 2015 Food…
Jedi Training – Tips and Tricks for Signing Up Successfully
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple is an awesome, interactive, and free (with your paid park admission) experience offered daily at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Jedi Training is based on the Jedi teachings of the Star Wars series. Participants must be between 4 and 12 years of age. The young Jedi-hopefuls are trained by a Jedi…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 9/19/16
Guests will be able to take part in the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package at Magic Kingdom beginning October 10. This offering will include prix fixe lunch at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant and a voucher for reserved viewing of the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade. The Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package…
Breakfast and Dinner at the Enchanted Garden
Welcome to the Enchanted Garden! The Enchanted Garden is a restaurant on the second deck of the Disney Dream. It is part of the ship’s rotational dining service, and is also an option for breakfast. My family got to enjoy both meals on our recent cruise. When we chose to eat breakfast at the Enchanted Garden,…
5 Dishes Worth the Money at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival (And 5 That Are Not)
It’s here! The time of year when those who love Disney food are excited for. That’s right – the Epcot Food and Wine Festival has officially kicked off this week. I can’t wait to once again experience my favorite dishes, as well as try some new ones that were introduced this year. But there…
Disneyland’s Halloween Time 2016: an Overview of the Fun to be Had
Have you heard? Disneyland has scared up some fun for those of you who are spending time at the Disneyland Resort between September 9 and October 31, and there is definitely something haunting coming this Halloween Time. I suppose that I should disclose that I love Halloween Time. September and October are wonderful months to…
Cigna Teaches Us to Exercise Both Our Mind & Body
Labor Day weekend was full of learning experiences for me. I was so fortunate to be able to participate in the runDisney events at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. It was my first visit to the west coast park and I was thrilled to be able to familiarize myself with the parks while running…
Cooling Off at Aquatica Waterpark
Summer may be winding down, but temperatures are still hitting the 90s in Florida. What better way to cool off than by visiting a water park? I’ve had the pleasure of visiting several of the Orlando area water parks in the past, but this summer I got to try something new: SeaWorld’s Waterpark, Aquatica. As…
5 Ways to Avoid Disney Discount Disappointment
It’s heartbreaking, frustrating, and my own fault. I was counting on a promotion that would result in a discount for my family’s upcoming Disney World vacation. As my son gets older, it becomes more and more difficult to coordinate a trip during the school year. We had the perfect plan, go during a short…
The Best Christmas Trees at Walt Disney World Resorts
Christmas is a special time at Walt Disney Word. Annually, 150 semi-trailer truckloads of decorations are spread all over Disney property, including 1,300 decorated trees. While the parks twinkle with millions of lights, one of my favorite things to do is to go resort hopping. You don’t have to stay on property to enjoy the spirit…
Planning a Solo Trip to Walt Disney World
My next Walt Disney World will be my first solo trip. Our family dynamics have changed because our young adults are now in college and have jobs. With their school and work schedules, they cannot take time off to travel. Rather than forgoing my beloved Disney vacation because of this stage of family life, I…