From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! By Jennifer Retzlaff When my husband and I first started to talk about our 10 year anniversary trip, my initial mental image was all about the beach, a book and quietness. Then, two years ago, we took our kids to Disney on what I would…
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DIY Disney Themed Magnets
We like to add a touch of Disney to every day, and when we saw a DIY magnet craft featured by Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog we knew that this would give us a way to nicely display Walt Disney World maps! In order to make the magnets, you need: Clear one inch…
The Magic of Disney With Teenagers
From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! By Roye Ann Morris Our family started going to Disney World when our first son was only 2 years old. As our five children have grown older, we still go as often as possible, but the experience has changed much over the years. While my youngest…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/30/14
Cinderella’s Royal Table at the Magic Kingdom will see a two month refurbishment, from January 5 through March 6. Two new VIP tours have been introduced at Walt Disney World. The first is called the The Ultimate Day for Young Families – Walt Disney World VIP Tour Experience and the second is The Ultimate Day…
Beat the Heat at Walt Disney World
The summer months are a popular time to visit Walt Disney World, but during the summer in Central Florida the heat and humidity can take a toll on travelers! We have always traveled to Walt Disney World during the hottest months of the year, and have learned how to best Beat the Heat! Water! Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! …
Castaway Cay – Some of my Favorite Things to do on Disney’s Private Island
Castaway Cay, is Disney’s private port-of-call in the Bahamas. On the island guests can enjoy tropical leisure activities, such as snorkeling, boating, swimming and sunbathing. There are plenty of organized activities and while most of these activities are relatively inexpensive compared to other ports of call it is important to know what you can do…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/2/14
Car Masters Weekends is returning to Downtown Disney, June 14-15. This festival that revolves around all thing car includes fun events such as a Car Show, where approximately 100 classic, muscle, and exotic cars will be on display; Lightning McQueen, Finn McMissle, and Mater from Cars 2, will be available for photo opportunities; a Cars…
Foodie Friday: Dinner at ‘Ohana
Well, we all know that lots of changes are taking place at Disney’s Polynesian Resort lately, but one place that isn’t changing is the table service location, ‘Ohana. This restaurant serves both breakfast and dinner and both are unique. Breakfast is a fun character breakfast featuring Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, and Pluto. Dinner is what we’re…
Walt Disney World Tips and Tricks……from Duffy the Disney Bear!
By Duffy, with lots of help from Melissa Bejer Hi there! My name is Duffy the Disney Bear. Do you know my story? It all started when Mickey Mouse was getting ready to set sail on a long sea voyage and Minnie Mouse made him a very special teddy bear (me) to take with him…
Tips for Free Dining
The Disney Free Dining discount is probably the most popular promotion that Walt Disney World has! For months before Disney announces a Free Dining, the internet is abuzz with people trying to guess when it will be announced and what dates Free Dining will be offered. Do you stalk the internet waiting for that information,…
Inside the Mountain at the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train!
“Heigh-HOOOOOOOOO!!!” It’s time to go INSIDE THE MOUNTAIN… The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train officially opens to the public this week (Wednesday, May 28th), and I was thrilled to happen upon a soft opening of this long-awaited attraction. I’d love to give you a sneak peek with a few of my photos from the day, with…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 5/26/14
Three new kiosks have opened up at Downtown Disney. On the WestSide, guests can enjoy brand new versions of the Wetzel’s Pretzels and the Häagen-Dazs kiosks. The original versions closed previously to make way for a brand new Starbucks. Speaking about Starbucks, a brand new kiosk has opened right near the World of Disney on…