I’ve never been much of a runner and certainly never pictured myself running a long distance race. That all changed about a year ago when I signed up for my first runDisney event, the Princess 5K. I never knew that it could be so much FUN to run! Since then, I have been hooked. Here…
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Rivers of Light — What to Expect and Where to See the Show
There is no doubt in my mind, Rivers of Light, the new sound-and-light show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, is a headliner. The show takes place along the lagoon formed by the Discovery River, and lasts 15 minutes. Rich in symbolism, Rivers of Light is about the relationship between humans, animals, and the forces of nature…
Photography in Walt Disney World: Places You Will Want to Take Pictures
Taking pictures in Walt Disney World is one of my favorite things to do. They are a great way to remember the fun that you’ve had on vacation. I have some photos that I like to do on every trip. I also like to take some pictures in the same place each time we go…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 3/27/17
Walt Disney World News We now have a better look at the menu of Satu’li Canteen, a fast casual dining experience in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Guests will be able to enjoy healthful dishes and familiar flavors from another world—wholesome grains, fresh vegetables and hearty proteins.Items will include: A…
Foodie Friday: Review of The BOATHOUSE
There have been a ton of great new restaurants that have come up on the streets of Disney Springs. From Blaze Pizza to Homecomin’, to Frontera Cocina, to Paddlefish and more. But one of the very first restaurants to come on the “Disney Springs” scene is one of my favorites. The BOATHOUSE! The restaurant may…
Worth It or Not? A Guide to Secondary Walt Disney World Attractions for First-Timers
Space Mountain. Splash Mountain. Tower of Terror. Expedition Everest. Test Track. These are some of the biggest names in theme park attractions in the world and should be in every Walt Disney World first-timer’s plans. But there is so much more to Walt Disney World than the big thrills. There are many lesser-known and less thrilling…
Garden Grove
Character dining is one of my favorite ways to meet some of my favorite Disney pals without waiting in some of the long lines in the parks. This allows me to use my FastPasses and park time to ride rides and see parades and shows. I especially love the character meals that are offered at…
Meeting Disney Legend Marty Sklar
Epcot is now home to several major festivals that take place throughout the year. The newest festival, the International Festival of the Arts, followed in the footsteps of the Epcot Food and Wine and Epcot Flower and Garden Festivals all host various seminars for guests to enjoy. One of these seminars featured Marty Sklar, an…
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Wild Africa Trek Review
My daughter and I are both huge animal lovers. We love Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s a different experience every time because the animals never act the same. Some of our favorite things we like to do is walk the Gorilla Trails, watch Siamangs over by Expedition Everest and also the Maharajah Jungle Trek and Gorilla…
Best Places to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Are you in the Orlando area today, but not sure how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? There are a ton of fun ways to celebrate the Irish both at Walt Disney World and at Universal Orlando! So, put on your green and get ready to have some fun! Raglan Road The biggest party of…
Traveling by Auto Train to Walt Disney World
If you live in the northeast, you know that there is one major obstacle keeping you from spending more time at Walt Disney World in Florida: geography. (Okay, and money, but we’ll save the money saving tips for another blog post!) No matter how you get there, it is a long journey. If you fly,…
A Tale as Old as Time: Finding Beauty and the Beast at Walt Disney World
It may be a tale as old as time, but the story of a girl and her adventures to rid her small, provincial village of not one, but two, savage beasts is beloved by many. In 1991, when Disney first introduced Belle to an audience primed for such a story (encouraging little girls…