Goofy’s Kitchen, Disneyland For some families, a Disney trip is not complete without a meal at a buffet restaurant or two. Disneyland does not have the sheer number of options as Walt Disney World does. But these four restaurants definitely have their fans! Below, I highlight each of them and tell you my favorite…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/27/20
Walt Disney World News Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will join the lineup of Disney’s Hollywood Studios FastPass+ offerings for visits starting on February 19. The attraction is now available in My Disney Experience app for people planning visits on or after that day. More details about this addition and the new FastPass+ tiers can be…
How to Enjoy Disney Without Alcohol
It’s the start of a new year which means we’re invested in our resolutions and goals for a better version of who we are. For many people, this means giving something up or working toward having a healthier lifestyle. Alcohol tends to be a category that is heavily focused on when health conversations arise. Many…
Foodie Friday: A Stop at Captain Cook’s for Lunch
I have a number of “home” resorts at Walt Disney World and one of my absolute favorites is Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The resort overall has an inviting and generally warm feeling and it simply makes happy. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is home to one of my all-time favorite counter service locations and that’s Captain…
Do-It-Yourself Disney Notebooks
Here’s an easy, do-it-yourself Disney notebook project. Maybe you’re asking why it’s good to have a Disney notebook? Well, we’re at the beginning of a new year, and you may be planning a vacation to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or another Disney destination. I previously wrote about adding a packing list or an itinerary…
Visiting Galaxy’s Edge with No Advanced Planning
My husband and I recently returned from Galaxy’s Edge over Christmas week, when crowds are high! We showed up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at around 10:00 am with no plans, no ADRs, and no idea how the day was going to pan out! We ended up having a fabulous day, even without showing up…
Animator’s Palate – A Dining Experience
Animator’s Palate is an amazing dining experience you’ll have on board the Disney Dream, Fantasy. Magic, and Wonder. Perhaps you’ve heard a little about this restaurant and wonder what it’s like to dine there? Dining at Animator’s Palate is definitely an experience that goes way beyond the food. Don’t get me wrong, the food…
2020 Disney World Special Events Schedule: February – June
Food, drink, shows. Disney does these the best on a day to day basis. But when it comes to 2020 Disney World Special Events, Disney outdoes themselves. This is the first of a three part series. Additional posts are: 2020 Disney World Special Event schedule: July – December 2020 Run Disney Events Epcot International Festival…
A Day at SeaWorld Orlando
I recently took a trip with my family to SeaWorld after many, many years of not visiting. It had been so long that I honestly did not know what to expect. When I say it had been a long time since I visited, I mean that the last time I was there was when I was…
DIY Snow White Apple Autographs
If you’ve been following along with my unique autograph ideas, you’d know I love getting special autographs on my Disney trip. They make for a fantastic memory & affordable souvenir! I have a ‘dinglehopper’ signed by Ariel, frying pan signed by Rapunzel, canvas shoes signed by many characters & on my most recent trip, I…
Where to Celebrate Your Love of Winnie the Pooh
In the United States, January 18th was National Winnie the Pooh Day! If you happen to be on a Disney vacation, there are a couple of ways you can celebrate those iconic characters, no matter what day it is. DISNEYLAND At the Disneyland Resort, you’ll want to start in Disneyland Park. Go to the land…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/20/20
Walt Disney World News Beginning January 26, the Guest Experience Team will debut at Epcot. The Guest Experience Team will help Guests make the most of their day at Epcot. like by navigating the park, booking, modifying and recovering FastPass+ selections, using the My Disney Experience app, and deactivating and reactivating MagicBands. These Cast…