Planning a trip to Walt Disney World evokes thoughts of thrill rides, eye popping parades and dazzling fireworks. Of course, everyone needs to eat while at Disney and most think of this as an opportunity to sit, relax and enjoy some quiet time while planning the next amusing adventure. In some cases though, why stop the entertainment…
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Foodie Friday: The All-New Harambe Market
I was in Walt Disney World over Memorial Day weekend, so of course, one of the places I knew I needed to make a stop at was the recently opened (like it opened that weekend) Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new quick-service area can be found in the Africa section of the park….
Top 7 Must Brings to a Disney Vacation
From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! By Ann Dunnington After being a seasoned traveler to the Walt Disney World Resort, I have picked up a few tips and tricks to make my trip as comfortable as possible, both for myself and for those around me. Some of the items that I bring…
The Final Expedition Everest 5K
Today is National Running Day! To celebrate, we take a look at the Expedition Everest 5k all day! On May 2, 2015, my family and I were able to participate in the final Expedition Everest 5K at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Since I was too pregnant to run, my mom, sister, and her fiance got to…
Expedition Everest 5K – The Final Challenge
Today is National Running Day! To celebrate, we take a look at the Expedition Everest 5k all day! Last month Scott was fortunate enough to participate in the final RunDisney Expedition Everest Challenge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Scott recently took up running as a new hobby, and felt that this would be the perfect chance…
Staying Fit and Healthy on a Disney Vacation
Ears, MagicBands and sneakers – I’m ready to go! About five years ago, after a startlingly high cholesterol test, I decided it was time to shape up and get healthy. I managed to lose, and keep off, a little over 20 pounds, and put my cholesterol levels back on track. I was worried, however, how…
Star Wars Weekends – May the Force be with you!
Help me Obi Wan I am Stuck in a Tractor Beam Full disclosure: I am a Star Wars fan and Disney’s annual Star Wars Weekends attract me like a moth to the light. I can’t seem to get enough of the shows, celebrity appearances and especially the character sightings. I will forgo any thrill ride…
Let’s Find Nemo at Walt Disney World
The Pixar Film, Finding Nemo, was released on May 30, 2003. Since that time, Nemo and friends have become favorite characters for many families! If you are planning a Walt Disney World vacation, there are several places in the Disney Parks and Resorts where you can ‘find’ Nemo! The Art of Animation Resort The…
Foodie Friday: A Review of Rebel Hangar at Star Wars Weekends
Can you believe that I’d never been to Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? That is until just a few days ago when I attend my first ever event! Even as a non-Star Wars fanatic, I had an absolute blast! It was such a great and entertaining atmosphere. Which brings me to today’s review….
Festival of Fantasy Parade
For me, no visit to the Magic Kingdom is complete without watching the Festival of Fantasy Parade. In the past, I always skipped the parade in hopes of catching a shorter line at one of the rides, but from the first time I saw this parade, I was hooked. Disney has really done an amazing…
Driving to Disney: Let the Road Trips Begin!
For many, the Memorial Day weekend signifies the unofficial beginning of summer, and with summer comes…road trips! While Disney does make it easy to get around without a car, through Disney’s Magical Express and on-site transportation such as boats, buses, and the monorail, many visitors to the Walt Disney World Resort like having a car,…
How Does Your Garden Grow? A Quick Trip on Living with the Land
Now that the warm, sunny weather is here in the Catskills, gardening can begin. While I was busy planting my flowers and vegetables this weekend my thoughts began to wonder to my favorite place, Walt Disney World. My thoughts then began to stroll on over to EPCOT and eventually to one of my favorite rides,…