Looking for brunch at the Walt Disney World Resort? I recently made a visit to Disney Springs to check out the Sunday brunch offerings at Maria and Enzo’s Ristorante. This was my first time and I was excited to try it! With so many new restaurants opening at Disney Springs recently, it took me a…
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Review of the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party
As we began planning a big family trip for this summer, one of the ideas that came up as a present for my parents was the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party. For a variety of reasons, Illuminations holds a special place for us, and especially for a trip over the summer, getting reserved seating…
Give Kids The Rides Challenge: The Results – Part 1
On November 19th I attempted to ride every ride at Walt Disney World to raise money for Give Kids The World as part of the Give Kids the Rides Challenge. My previous blog explains the Parkeology and Every Ride Challenges. The Preparation My decision to try the Give Kids the Rides Challenge was made only…
Throwback Thursday: Walt Disney World – 2009
The Beach Club Villas 2009 marked my parents’ fortieth wedding anniversary, and to celebrate, they decided to arrange a family reunion at Walt Disney World. This meant both their kids, their spouses, and their children. It would be my parents’ grandchildren’s first trip to Walt Disney World! Gingerbread decorations in the lobby of the Beach…
Whispering Canyon – A Gluten Free Review
I had the wonderful opportunity to dine at Whispering Canyon recently. I wanted to try this restaurant for a while.When there was some news that they may have toned down the antics they were known for, I was worried I missed something by not getting there sooner. I will not write in too much detail…
Walt Disney World Vegetarian Dining for $33 a Day – Disney’s Hollywood Studios 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…
Foodie Friday: Review of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge’s Geyser Point Bar & Grill
One of my favorite “newer” restaurants that the Walt Disney World Resort has introduced is Geyser Point Bar & Grill. Situated along the shores of Bay Lake at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, this peaceful bar/lounge area is a nice respite for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the Magic Kingdom while…
Remembering the Year of a Million Dreams
Where Dreams Come True One of the most exciting Disney promotions I can remember was the Year of a Million Dreams. Originally slated to run for 1 year starting on October 1, 2006, the promotion actually lasted 27 months. There were Cast Members, who were known as the Dream Squad, whose sole job was to…
Four Things Walt Disney World Does Better Than Disneyland
Both are wonderful, but in these four cases, Walt Disney World does a better job You all know how much I love both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. When friends ask me which is my favorite, I tell them that this question is impossible to answer. Both of these places are happy, magical, and wonderful…
Foodie Friday: Walt Disney World Introduces Holiday Themed Refillable Mugs
One of the great perks of staying at a Walt Disney World Resort (or technically visiting any Walt Disney World Resort) is the ability to purchase Refillable Mugs. These handy hard plastic mug can be found at all Walt Disney World resort hotels and each mug contains an RFID (radio frequency identification) chip in the…
Epcot International Festival of the Holidays: Festive Eats – Part Two
Welcome back for Part Two of my holiday trip around the world. One observation I have made from this event so far is that with only 11 outdoor kitchens, Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is very manageable in one day if that is all the time you have. This sort of undertaking would be…
Epcot International Festival of the Holidays: Festive Eats – Part One
The holidays are in full swing at Walt Disney World – Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM, gingerbread houses, cookies…and the Epcot Festival of the Holidays. Of all the festivals offered at Epcot, this one seems to remain a mystery. Only in its third season, the Holiday Kitchens that are offered…