This year, my family and I will be traveling to one of our favorite vacation destinations; Walt Disney World! I can see us now, standing in front of Cinderella’s castle watching fireworks and eating mickey ice cream bars. We will be on the vacation of a lifetime making countless memories and I can’t wait to soak up every…
The Beginning of a Disney Fan
The First Trip My first big Walt Disney World trip was when I was 11 years old. It was a surprise trip that my mom spent forever planning. She used The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World way back before FastPass+ and the My Disney Experience App. The Mouse For Less didn’t exist and AOL…
DIY Felt Flower Minnie/Mickey Ears
These DIY Felt Flower Minnie/Mickey Ears are a great fit for every Disney goer. When you are planning your trip you are thinking about dinning reservations, FastPasses, and of course how will your ears match your outfit! Your ears say a lot about you. Are you the traditional Minnie/Mickey ears? Or do you go to…
Universal Orlando Resort Fun Facts
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, went on a discovery mission and shares with us Universal Orlando Resort fun facts. Film locations, fictional and real, are recognized in the facades in the New York section of the park. Some fictional film locations include Hudson Street Home for Girls (Annie), Embryo…
Dining Review – Il Mulino Lounge
Welcome to the lounge at Il Mulino, at the Swan Hotel! Il Mulino is a full service restaurant at the Swan Hotel. There is a lounge right outside the restaurant. On a trip in the first week of January, my family had a dinner reservation at Garden Grove, also in the Swan. We arrived early,…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 4/9/18
Walt Disney World News Guests visiting Pandora – The World of Avatar will soon be able to interact with a new entertainment offering. Starting April 22, Guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be able to encounter a pilot wearing a Pandora Conservation Initiative Utility Suit. This individual will be walking amid the moon’s floating…
Locals Guide to Keeping the Disney World Magic Alive
The problem with being a Central Florida resident and a Disney Parks fan is that from time to time your experience may get rather dry. After a while, riding the same attractions, visiting the same restaurants, and watching the same shows can get old and boring. I hear it frequently on message boards and podcasts…
Foodie Friday: Palo Dinner on the Disney Fantasy
One of my favorite things to do when on a Disney Cruise Line ship is to take part in the adult dining. It’s not that I don’t like the regular rotational dining experience, but there’s just something about being able to go on a “date” with my husband that’s a little more elegant. Which is…
Disney Bucket Lists for any Budget
I’ve got a dream … I’ve got a dream … and I’m sure Rapunzel would have had #goals involving the Disney parks if she lived in our world. Our personal Disney bucket list options are big and bold, but sometimes you need a few thimble-sized accomplishments to get you through until you can tackle the…
Choosing the Right Distance for Your First runDisney Race
You’ve decided to run a runDisney race. How exciting! The next big question is, “Which one?” Deciding which distance is right for you can be a big decision. Don’t worry though, I’m here to help you choose the distance that is perfect for you! The 5K If you are new to running, want a race…
Disneyland’s Side Attractions – Fortune Red
This is the third in a series of blogs on the amusements of Disneyland. Last time we visited the Penny Arcade on Main Street, USA. Today, I thought that we could wander over to New Orleans Square. Here we can visit some of the side alleys and fascinating folks there including Fortune Red, the…
Adventure is Out There! Disney Vacation Countdown
Having a Disney trip planned always gives us something to look forward to. You start by counting down the months, weeks and than when it comes down to that last 60 days its like you can hear the sounds of main street come alive as you walk in, you can smell the confectionery and you…