Want add some Mouse to your merry? Try making Mickey and Minnie Christmas ornaments for the tree! These decorations are simple to assemble and add a touch of Disney to your home and holiday. Supplies and tools for your Mickey and Minnie Christmas ornaments: Red ornament balls Black spray paint Black pom-poms White buttons Red and…
My Favorite Walt Disney World Sweet Treats
With so many options, how do you pick? I’ve got a sweet tooth the size of Guam. I also have been quite serious about my health lately, so I’ve managed to tame that tooth of mine. But on a Walt Disney World vacation, I know I’m going to be putting in an enormous amount…
Disneyland’s Gingerbread Recipe — Make It At Home
Disneyland has some very addictive gingerbread. It’s sold year-round at the bakeries, but our appetites naturally turn to gingerbread this particular time of year. I couldn’t wait to try out Disneyland’s gingerbread recipe at home and see if it tasted as magical as the real thing. (My notes can be found in italics throughout) These…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News Weekly Update 12/7/20
Walt Disney World News Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will close for refurbishment on January 3. The attraction is currently expected to be closed through early April. The Turf Club Bar and Grill at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort has officially reopened. Currently, the location is open from 4:00 p.m. to…
Foodie Friday: Holiday Treats from Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Recently, I did something selfless. I took one for the team. It’s hard work, but someone had to try the treats found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the holiday season. And there are a ton of great snack options to pick up! Matter of fact, this is only a tip of the iceberg as new…
TEN Mistakes Even Theme Park Veterans Make
I’m not one to brag, but I have spent a lot of time in theme parks like Disneyland, Disney World, Six Flags, Knott’s Berry Farm, etc. over the years. I can repeat the Matterhorn unloading spiel in both languages, detail alternative places to watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks, and explain why I always arrive early….
To Park Hop or Not to Park Hop?
That is the question! Recently, the Walt Disney World Resort has announced that Park Hopping is to return beginning on January 1, 2021. Details can be found here. For you Disney newbies out there, a Park Hopper pass, whether on the East Coast or the West Coast, allows you to visit more than one…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World Weekly News Update 11/30/20
Walt Disney World News Brightline and Walt Disney World Resort announced they have entered into an agreement to construct a train station at Disney Springs. The Brightline station is intended to provide a convenient travel option between the Resort and Brightline stations at Orlando International Airport (OIA), Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm…
What I’m Grateful For: Disney Edition
My family’s vacations at the Grand Californian, past and future At Walt Disney World, the seasons change overnight from Halloween to Christmas. But not in my house. We never neglect Thanksgiving, the American holiday that my family uses to reflect and give thanks for all that we’re grateful for. Beautiful lamp in the…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World Weekly News Update 11/23/20
Walt Disney World News The Walt Disney World Resort will soon once gain be offering the Park Hopper option! Starting January 1, 2021, Guests who purchased a ticket or Annual Pass with Park Hopper benefits will be able to visit more than one park per day, with some new modifications. More details can be…
My Favorite Hidden Mickeys
Keep reading to find out where this one is! Have you ever gone on a Hidden Mickey hunt? It’s such a fun thing to do while you wait in line, or wait for your dining reservation, or even wait for your hotel room to be ready! If you’ve never heard of a Hidden Mickey,…