Ahhh…The Four Seasons. Just saying the name makes me feel important. Tucked discreetly in the heart of Disney’s prestigious Golden Oak development, just the drive down the perfectly manicured lanes to this resort is enough to put me in the mood for some high society. But wait, you say, is this too much fancy for…
Lunch Review of Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
One of my favorite, not talked about restaurants is Ale & Compass Restaurant. It used to be known as Captain’s Grille and it’s located at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. The restaurant recently saw a refurbishment where the whole entire design of the place has been upgraded. From fresh coats of paint, to a new on-stage…
Disney Movie Nights: Cars
Disney Movie Nights are always a favorite way to celebrate an upcoming trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Cars, Cars 2, and Cars 3 are classic Disney-Pixar films. The excitement, nostalgia, and laughs are one reason my family loves to incorporate one of these movies into our Disney Movie Nights. Decorating for this movie…
Walt Disney World Vegetarian Dining for $33 a Day – Magic Kingdom Edition
One of the most memorable aspects of any Disney trip is the food. We book our dining 6 months in advance and threaten to riot if our favorite menu item disappears. As Disney fans, we love food. But here at The Mouse for Less we also love saving on our trips, and food is a…
A Woman on Her Own in Walt Disney World – The Planning and Travel
Late last year I got the crazy idea to take a trip to central Florida on my own to volunteer at Give Kids the World and visit Walt Disney World. My awesome husband agreed to be super dad for a couple days, so I got to planning. Since this was a solo trip, I didn’t want…
Why Walt Disney World Single Rider Lines Are Awesome
Have you ever looked for a great way to avoid a long line at a popular Walt Disney World attraction? Did you miss out on a FastPass+ for your favorite ride? There are plenty of ways to navigate through your touring plan, while keeping your wait times at a minimum. Taking advantage of single riders…
The Doc is in! Celebrating with A DIY Doc McStuffins Themed Birthday Party
“Friendship is the best medicine” said Doc McStuffins. So what’s better than a gathering of your closest friends to celebrate your 4th birthday with a Doc McStuffins theme? This DIY Doc McStuffins birthday party decor was thrown together for less than 50 dollars! As you can see, bringing the “Disney Magic” into a birthday…
Trail’s End Restaurant: A Review
Fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, shrimp cocktail; these foods are all better when they’re unlimited! Considered a Walt Disney World dining “hidden gem,” Trail’s End Restaurant boasts an impressive buffet, and almost always has Advanced Dining Reservations (ADR) available. I recently visited Trail’s End Restaurant for their dinner buffet as part of an early Father’s…
Top 3 Reasons for Walt Disney World Fans to Visit Disneyland
Two of my favorite place This blog is for you Walt Disney World fanatics who haven’t been to Disneyland yet. I know you’re out there. Heck, I WAS one of you. I spent the first 25 years of my life obsessively visiting Walt Disney World, without giving Disneyland a second thought. But then I moved…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 8/13/18
Walt Disney World News Starting Friday, August 17, the Festival of Fantasy Parade will take place at 2:00 p.m. daily at the Magic Kingdom. This new showtime will continue through the hard-ticket event season. Disney has announced that both the Walt Disney World Railroad and the Tomorrowland Speedway will be interrupted during the construction…
Carry On Essentials for Your Next Walt Disney World Vacation
Packing for Walt Disney World isn’t like packing for just any old trip. A Disney trip requires a little bit of packing magic. If you think ahead, the magic can start the moment you get on the plane. The fun can start with your carry on bag! Here’s a list of must-packs items for your…
Review of Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Recently, I was celebrating my birthday at Walt Disney World and my husband asked where I wanted to go for my birthday dinner. We were going to be at the Magic Kingdom that day, so I immediately answered with Kona Cafe. Kona is found in the upstairs of the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian…