Are you someone who explores the World Showcase pavilions or do you skim the outer edges? It’s a legitimate question and I ask because a lot of people don’t actually explore the different countries situated around the lagoon. I used to be one of them! (I know…take away my Disney card right now.) For many,…
Author: Rikki Niblett
Delicious Disney Dishes – Macadamia-Pineapple Pancakes from Kona Cafe
Did you know that yesterday was National Pancake Day? One of my husband and my favorite things to do is to head to IHOP on National Pancake Day for “free” pancakes. (Free with a donation to the Children’s Miracle Network.) I know it’s silly, but it’s become a tradition for us and something that…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 3/2/15
Pirates of the Caribbean will see a lengthy refurbishment this summer. The Magic Kingdom attraction will be closed from May 11 through September 25, reopening September 26. This is being done to address some ride system issues that are causing massive problems. The dates for the 2015 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties have been announced. Tickets…
Foodie Friday: Details on Making Lunch Reservations at Be Our Guest Restaurant
Have you heard the news? Officially this week, Be Our Guest Restaurant now offers guests the option to make Advanced Dining Reservations for lunch! So let’s get down to why this has occurred as well as the details of what that statement means for you. Let’s start at the beginning. Be Our Guest Restaurant was…
Frozen Story Theater App – A Review
I received this app for the purpose of writing this review. Do you have a Frozen fan in your family? Who am I kidding? Of course you do! So, knowing that, you should really consider purchasing and downloading the brand new Frozen Story Theater app! This app is a part of a series called Story…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 2/23/15
Walt Disney World ticket prices have increased. The cost for a one day, Magic Kingdom ticket is now $105 for ages 10 and up. The cost for a one day ticket for Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now $97 for adults ages 10 and up. In addition, all other ticket prices…
Foodie Friday: An Ode to Butterbeer at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Are you as cold as I am right now? To get through the bitter temperatures, I’m day-dreaming about my most recent trip down to Orlando, just one month ago in January! On that trip, I took my first jaunt over to see the new Diagon Alley, part of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at…
Delicious Disney Dishes – Veggie Tater Casserole from Flo’s V8 Cafe
It’s so chilly out, so tonight I want to make some good, old comfort food! Something that sticks to the ribs. So, I thought it would be perfect to try the Veggie Tater Casserole from Flo’s V8 Cafe found in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. The dish is sort of like a Shepard’s or…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 2/16/15
Quite a few pieces of refurbishment news to pass along. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment has been pushed back from March 4-7 to April 27-30, reopening on May 1. Also Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will be closed for two days, March 4-5, reopening March 6. Finally, Peter Pan’s Flight will be closed from March…
Foodie Friday: Top Romantic Restaurants at Walt Disney World
Ah…can you feel it? Love is in the air? Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, so it is the time to celebrate those that you love and care about–whether they are a significant other, a child, a sibling, a parent, or even a friend. Of course, most associate Valentine’s Day with romance, so I figured I’d take…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 2/9/15
Lots of Starbucks news this week. First, the Trolley Car Cafe at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has opened. Also, Disney has officially announced that Creature Comforts will indeed by turning into a Starbucks location. There’s not been other information released, regarding a name or the official opening date, but many suspect the shop will open…
Foodie Friday: Olivia’s Cafe for Dinner at Disney’s Old Key West Resort
One of the restaurants that not many people think about, especially for dinner, is Olivia’s Cafe which is found at the Disney Vacation Club property, Disney’s Old Key West Resort. There could be quite a few reasons behind it — like there are a ton of table service restaurant locations at nearby Downtown Disney or…