Walt Disney World News Guests can book their reservations in the new Gran Destino Tower for stays starting July 2019. The new tower will be part of the reimagining of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. In addition, Guests can look forward to new dining experiences as part of the enhancements. First is Three Bridges Bar…
When Something Not So Magical Happens During Your Disney Vacation
A trip to Walt Disney World is often something that is very thoughtfully planned and highly anticipated. There are numerous countdown applications for your phone, Facebook pages, podcasts and many other tools people use to plan vacations to this special place. Every sniffle or sneeze leading up to the trip is dreaded because no matter…
Foodie Friday: Palo Brunch Onboard the Disney Magic
I recently discussed having an amazing dinner at Palo onboard the Disney Magic as part of my recent cruise up to Canada. Now, while this was one of the best meals I’ve ever had onboard a Disney Cruise Line ship, many consider Palo Brunch to be the best meal overall….and honestly, I’m not one to…
Dining During a runDisney Race Weekend Without the Parks
Most people think that on a trip to Walt Disney World, you have to go to the parks. But on a recent runDisney weekend, I did the trip without going into the parks with park tickets. Spoiler alert- I did get to enjoy some park time as a race participant. But besides running, the main…
Throwback Thursday: Walt Disney World 1991
A welcome sight for Star Wars fans! The year was 1991, and my parents had decided that it was time for our family to take the biggest, most extravagant Walt Disney World vacation that we ever had. Back then, there was a package known as the Grand Plan. This included all tickets, a concierge room…
Beat the Disney Blues!
If you go Google “Post Disney Blues” you will find lots of blogs talking about this strange phenomena. It’s that feeling when you come home that’s akin to your house when you put all the Christmas decorations away. You may also experience it when you step into your house after having a bunch of…
DestiNations Discovered: Touring Epcot’s World Showcase
TOUR INFORMATION: DestiNations Discovered is a 5 hour walking tour of World Showcase offered at Epcot. There is an additional cost for this tour and you will also need a valid park ticket for entry into Epcot. During the summer months, the tour is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays. During the fall and early…
Top 10 Things You Can’t Miss This Christmas at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is always a magical place to visit, no matter the time at year. However, even if you aren’t an over the top Christmastime aficionado like I am, the holidays at Disney World will still fill you with that extra bit of joy and cheer. But as with anything at Disney World, you…
Movie Review: Greyfriars Bobby
Based on Eleanor Atkinson’s 1912 novel of the same name, which was itself based on the real story of a nineteenth-century Skye Terrier who dutifully guarded his late owner’s Edinburgh grave for fourteen years, Disney’s Greyfriars Bobby was theatrically released on July 17, 1961. The live action drama is ninety-one minutes in length. Plot Summary…
Ways to Add a Touch of Disney to your Home
Are you a huge Disney fan like me & want to bring a touch of Disney to your home, while keeping it classy? Or, are you looking for ways to incorporate Disney into your every day life? I like my home to feel like I am practically right there in Walt Disney World-it cures the…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 11/25/18
Walt Disney World News The Disney Skyliner gondolas that are being built at the Walt Disney World Resort will not have air conditioning. Instead the gondolas will use cross-ventilation to allow the air to flow inside the unit at all times, while reflective windows will prevent the cabins from getting too hot during…
Foodie Friday: Review of Croissant Moon Bakery
When you walk into Islands of Adventure, you inevitable walk in hungry, right? You can always go for the Starbucks or the Cinnabon, or you could try the Croissant Moon Bakery, located right on the right hand side as you walk into the park. The Croissant Moon Bakery is kind of unassuming. It’s super easy…