Are you considering participating in a runDisney event? Or, maybe you have recently registered and want to ensure you are setting yourself up for success. runDisney currently offers four race weekends throughout the year at Walt Disney World: Marathon Weekend, Princess Half Marathon Weekend, Star Wars Rival Run, and Wine & Dine. Each of these…
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Managing a Split Stay at Walt Disney World
Dreaming of a stay at Grand Floridian? A split stay might make it possible! What is a split stay? Simply stated, when guests divide their trip to stay in two (or more) different accommodations, they are splitting their stay. For example, a guest might stay at Disney’s All Star Movies for the first part…
How To Change Up Your MagicBands
Have you ever had your kids choose their MagicBands and then by the time they arrive, the kids say “I didn’t want that color”? Have you been trying to order the themed magic bands online but find that they are always SOLD OUT? Or if you have daughters like I do, then you know that…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 8/19/19
Walt Disney World News A new exhibit will soon replace the current “Gallery of Arts and History” in the Morocco Pavilion at Epcot. The gallery will be unavailable starting August 19. The Astro Orbiter attraction at the Magic Kingdom will be closed for refurbishment through September 19. On Tuesday, August 20, Chef…
Perks of Being a Happy Camper at Disney’s Fort Wilderness
To say Walt Disney World offers a multitude of different resorts would be an understatement. There is a place for just about anyone in Disney with 19 different resorts on property. Disney has another 12 deluxe villas options on top of that. The Disney hotel rooms are hard to pass up with intricate theming, unique…
The Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs
Let’s talk shopping! I am so excited to discuss one of my favorite places to shop on Walt Disney World property! Usually when one thinks of shopping on Walt Disney World property, they think of Disney Springs (or the gift shops after almost every ride). We are, in fact, heading to Disney Springs Marketplace today…
Date Night at Disney
Disney travel can be romantic! There are some people who say that Disney travel is just for kids. Don’t believe the hype. Disney’s immersive theming, attention to detail and emphasis on excellent service means that Disney destinations are great for everyone. That includes those who are looking for a romantic evening out. Whether you’re on…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 8/12/19
Walt Disney World News Starting August 16 and continuing through rest of the year, the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade will take place at 2:00 p.m. daily at the Magic Kingdom . The parade return to the 3:00 p.m. time period starting sometime in January 2020. Several galactic experiences within Star Wars: Galaxy’s…
All About Using Single Rider Lines in Disneyland Park
Disneyland was built well before the Single Rider Line was a concept. But Walt Disney’s original theme park is a great example of how much difference these “seat-fillers” can make. The SIX Single Rider Lines in Disneyland give guests a FastPass alternative and can save hours in line each day. Several have just been added…
Dreams Come True: Meeting Disney Princesses In Real Life
This past weekend, I had one of the most incredible experiences ever. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to attend one of the Speaker Series events at Give Kids the World, located in Kissimmee, Florida. For those who don’t know about Give Kids the World, it is an organization that is near and…
Why you Should ABSOLUTELY Take Small Children to Walt Disney World
This is a story of how my preconceived notions of Walt Disney World with young children has changed in the last 15 years. I was pretty judgmental, I know! “Who would want to bring a baby to Walt Disney World?” This is what my naïve college brain thought when I visited Disney World…
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel – the Grande Dame of Disneyland Resort
Reminiscent of national park lodges, the Grand Californian Hotel is Disney’s flagship resort on the West Coast. In some ways it reminds visitors of the Wilderness Lodge, which is really no surprise, as both resorts were designed by architect Peter Dominick. If you are interested in what influenced the architecture of the resort, make…