Hot? Yup. Crowded? Yes. Fun? You bet! When I was six years old, my parents took my sister and me to our very first Disney vacation. We went to Walt Disney World during Spring Break. Although we fell in love with this magical place, the crowds were very thick. My parents vowed to never go…
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Rivers of Light Dining Packages Now Available
Did you hear the exciting news? It appears that Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will officially finally be debuting this month! The show will debut on February 17 and then Guests will be able to catch the show on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays until April 8. After that time, they’ll be able…
New for 2017 at Walt Disney World
We were lucky enough to score some very cheap airfare and head down to Walt Disney World for a quick weekend in late January. I was so excited to go because there are so many new things since we were there in November…I know, a mere two months ago. We were staying a night each…
Lunch at the Jungle Navigation Skipper Canteen
The Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen is the Magic Kingdom’s newest table service restaurant. Located in Adventureland, this restaurant is based upon the popular Jungle Cruise attraction. The theme and décor are spot on for adventurous travel expeditions! The check in area provides a shady nook where you wait for a text to let…
Top Five Items to Pack for Walt Disney World
Ever feel like you need to pack the whole kitchen sink when traveling only to forget something? When we travel to Walt Disney World, I start the packing process early to make sure we have everything I think we could possibly need. Yep. I am the classic over packer. So what are the top five…
You Can Go Home Again – 40 Years of Disney Vacations
The author and her sister, Contemporary Resort, 1980 All my life, when I’ve told people I was going on vacation, their response has been “Have fun at Disney!” Since I was a kid, all my favorite and most special family memories have involved Disney vacations. And here I am, 40 years after that first Disney…
Foodie Friday: Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno
This week, it was announced that Trattoria al Forno would be getting a character breakfast later this spring. This character meal will feature Disney princesses and their princes from films like Tangled and The Little Mermaid. While that’s wonderful for those who are character fanatics, for me, I’m a little sad. You see, this means…
Staying Under the Sea at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Do you have a favorite Disney character? I certainly do! For as long as I can remember, The Little Mermaid has been my favorite Disney movie and Ariel has been my favorite princess. So when I heard that there were Little Mermaid themed rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, I knew I HAD to…
‘Ohana’s Honey Coriander Wing Recipe
My family and I love to eat chicken wings, and one of our favorites styles is served at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort. The wings at ‘Ohana are sweet and savory with just a little heat, drenched in a honey coriander sauce that makes you want to just keep eating more of them. I…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News – 1/30/17
Here is this week’s video Mouse Bites! Those excited about the live action version of Beauty and the Beast will have multiple ways to get ready for the new film. Beginning February 5, a performer at Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage at the Theater of the Stars will invite a…
James Beard Award Winning Chef to Host Cooking Class at Portobello
Every once in a while, I am able to find out about something that I think is really interesting and I wanted to share. So, if you are looking for a unique experience to have on your vacation or you are you an Orlando local who wants to learn how to do something really cool,…
Romantic Disney Dates for All Budgets
As Valentine’s Day gets closer, we find ourselves asking “isn’t this romantic?”. Walt Disney World is not just a place for kids and families but is also a great place for a romantic escape for newlyweds, those celebrating their anniversaries, and couples looking for some magical romance . My husband and I took a kid…