Photo: Ellice Ford Staying on Disney property has its perks, and one of my favorites are the various pools. Each resort, from Value to Deluxe, have multiple on-site pools that are great to use when winding down from a long day in the parks. This post will focus on ranking the Value Resort pools. Value…
Frozen Treats to Keep You Cool at WDW: Ice Cream Edition
We all know that Walt Disney World can get hot in the summertime. When it feels like you’re walking on the surface of the sun in Central Florida, there’s nothing better than a treat to cool you down! Whether it’s ice cream, a slushy drink, or a boozy treat, sometimes you need a little something frosty…
Movie Review: Westward Ho, the Wagons!
A live action drama based on Mary Jane Carr’s 1934 novel Children of the Covered Wagon: A Story of the Old Oregon Trail and loosely on United States history, Disney’s Westward Ho, the Wagons! was theatrically released on December 20, 1956. The film is ninety-five minutes in length. Plot Summary In the mid-nineteenth century, a…
A Visit to the Bijutsu-kan Gallery
An exhibit in the Bijutsu-kan Gallery in World Showcase Japan has such a rich culture. When I think of Japan, my mind conjures up images of noble samurai warriors, serene temples, cherry blossoms, kimonos, and a tradition steeped in the concepts of honor, revering one’s elders, and loyalty to one’s people. The Japan pavilion in…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/25/18
Walt Disney World News The Walt Disney World Resort has rolled out a brand-new bus time feature in the My Disney Experience app that enables Guests to spend less time waiting at the bus stop and more time getting ready for the parks. Through the app, Guests can see up-to-the-minute wait time estimates for when…
We’re Giving Away ANOTHER Pair of USA-Themed Minnie Mouse Ears
It was so popular, we decided to do it, AGAIN! We were able to get our hands on one more pair of the USA-themed Minnie Mouse Ears and we want to give it away! They are seriously so adorable! These are sequined blue with stars and a red bow! They are very nice quality…
Budget Souvenirs at Disneyland Resort
Written by Contributor Zandra On my last trip to Disneyland and California Adventure, I scoured the stores looking for budget souvenirs. I found several good options under $7.00* and even a handful under $5.00*. I wanted to highlight souvenirs that won’t break the bank since Disney vacations can be expensive. These are great for kids…
Foodie Friday: Review of Whispering Canyon Cafe Breakfast
One of the most popular restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort is Whispering Canyon Cafe. This restaurant, which is a table service location at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is known for a couple of things… all you care to eat skillets, bottomless milkshakes, and fun shenanigans! (The most popular is the request for ketchup!) …
Make Your Own Tamatoa MagicBand
Getting your MagicBands in the mail before a trip to Walt Disney World is such a fun thing because it means that your vacation is just around the corner. Decorating your bands is a great way to keep getting excited for your trip while you are waiting for the day of your vacation to arrive. …
Choosing a runDisney Race Weekend
Looking to run a race as part of your next Walt Disney World vacation? You are in luck! A variety of runDisney events are offered between November and April at Walt Disney World and I’m here to help you decide which race weekend is right for you! Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend This…
Disneyland’s Side Attractions – Main Street Social
I hope that you enjoyed our tour around Disneyland on the Disneyland Railroad last time. Now that we are back on Main Street, USA, let’s continue our side attraction exploration here. This time we are going to look at the Main Street Social. Walt envisioned Main Street, USA as if it were any of those…
Review: Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Live!
As part of Walt Disney World’s Summer 2018 events, Epcot’s America Gardens Theatre presents Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Live! This concert runs now through August 19th, 5 times daily. (1:30, 2:30, 5:30, 6:45, 8:00) A medley of 70s and 80s music from Peter Quill’s (aka: Star-Lord) Awesome Mixes 1 and 2 pumps through…