This weekend is Memorial Day weekend and while it is a time to reflect on the memory of those who served our country, it has also become the unofficial kick off of summer. With summertime fun on the horizon, comes the craving for something sweet, creamy, cold, and delicious. I’m talking about ice cream! Of…
Summer Fun at Walt Disney World – New attractions await
On May 23rd Disney is kicking off summer with the annual all-nighter party when as of 6 a.m. guests can enjoy the Magic Kingdom for full twenty-four hours. I have done this party last year and it is a lot of fun but summer and especially the weather in Florida can be quite hard on…
Movie Review: The Jungle Book
The 19th full-length animated feature in Disney history, The Jungle Book was released on October 18, 1967. It is based on Rudyard Kipling’s 1894 novel of the same name and is 78 minutes in length. The Jungle Book marked the final film that Walt Disney was personally involved with as he passed away months before…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 5/19/14
Star Wars Weekends are utilizing the Aurasma app to include Augmented Reality. How it works is you hold your smart phone over whatever item is tagged indicating that is compatible with the app. Once done, the interactive digital content will spring to life by showing videos, animations, and more. The technology will be utilized for…
The Force is With You at Star Wars Weekends!
THE FORCE has returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Star Wars Weekends are back on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through June 15th, and you are welcome to JOIN THE REBELLION! IF you can get past these guys, that is…;) You can find a definitive guide to Star Wars Weekends here on the Mouse For Less site,…
Foodie Friday: Star Wars Weekends Snack-The Darth Vader Cupcake
Today marks the start of Star Wars Weekends! This fantastic event, which takes place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from May 16 – June 15, brings Star Wars in all forms, front and center to its fans! People can take in a parade, a fireworks extravaganza, meet Star Wars celebrities,…
Celebrating at Walt Disney World
In my opinion, there is no place better to celebrate special events than at a Disney park! My family has celebrated many events in our lives at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Disney parks provide so many opportunities to celebrate! Disney really had a great idea when they introduced the “generic” celebrating button like…
Adding Magic to the Wait: The Joys of Telling Your Kids Early About Disney Trips
By: Jennifer Retzlaff You see them all over YouTube and Facebook. The tear jerking videos of kids as they are told they are going to Walt Disney World for the first time. However, knowing when is the right moment to tell your kids is one of the tougher decisions for parents as they start to…
Annual Events at Walt Disney World
Have you booked your vacation to Walt Disney World and want to know what else might be going on during the time you are there? I know when I’m planning my trips, I always like to have an idea of other things that are available to do. Of course, we normally know about what’s available…
Benefits of Using The Magic For Less Travel
I used The Magic For Less Travel (TMFLT) for the first time in 2005. I enjoy planning my own vacations, and have to admit I was a bit skeptical about using any travel agency. I decided that I would give TMFLT an honest chance. I’m glad I did because I don’t think that I have…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 5/12/14
The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is approaching, with the kick off date now being September 19. The Eat to the Beat Concert Series is one of the best aspects about this annual event and we now know the artists performing and the dates they are performing on. They include: Sept 19-21 – Jo…
Foodie Friday: A Mini Review of The 2014 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Kitchens
So, earlier this year, I had planned to give you all a rundown on this year’s Epcot Flower and Garden Festival’s Outdoor Kitchens. I had visited the year prior during this festival and tried quite a few delicacies. Unfortunately, almost none of the dishes I tried last year made it on to this year’s menu…