There are so many things to do and see in Disneyland that often some of the fun is overlooked. Some of the little things (like the penny presses and the shooting arcade) are well advertised but others, such as the fortune tellers, are less well known. Over my next few blogs, I thought that I…
Why I Still Love Sanaa
Even as someone fortunate to travel to Walt Disney World fairly regularly, the rate of new restaurants opening and sheer number of dining opportunities across the resort make it difficult to decide which places to go. It always seems like you can’t possibly fit in and try everything you would like to. Even in that…
18 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World in 2018
If you have ever wanted to head to Walt Disney World or if you are looking for a reason to head back to Walt Disney World, here are the top 18 reasons to visit in 2018. Toy Story Land (Photo by Rikki Niblett) 2018 will see the opening of Toy Story Land. This new land…
Movie Review: The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band
A live action musical comedy-drama based on Laura Bower Van Nuys’s 1961 memoir The Family Band: From the Missouri to the Black Hills, 1881-1900, Disney’s The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band was theatrically released on March 21, 1968. The film is 110 minutes in length. Plot Summary In a small midwestern town in…
Why Cruise with Kids?
On a Disney Cruise, the fun begins at the terminal! When families with children think about vacations, they often consider Disneyland and Walt Disney World. These two destinations are known the world over for being tailor made for families with children of all ages. But many families dismiss the idea of a Disney Cruise because…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/22/18
Walt Disney World News Guests staying at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa should note that beginning today, Narcoossee’s will no longer offer brunch. The restaurant offered brunch on Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and boasted a number of delicious food and beverage options. At Disney’s All-Star Resorts, there will be an…
Everything You Need to Know About Baby Care Centers: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Traveling with small children is a daunting task! Fortunately, Walt Disney World is literally made for families with kids. One of my favorite amenities for families with small children are the Baby Care Centers located in each Walt Disney World theme park. The Baby Care Centers are air-conditioned, quiet locations within each park that offer a…
runDisney Kids Races
runDisney race weekends can be some of the busiest weekends at Disney World. I would argue they are also some of the most fun! There are so many ways to get involved in race weekend – as a runner, ChEAR squad member, volunteer, and more. But what about the kids? runDisney Kids Races Just one…
Walt Disney World Character Meals Ranked
Character meals are an essential part of the Walt Disney World experience for many families. With the number and variety of character meals now available, and the high cost of each one, you have to make difficult choices. In this post, I rank each of the character meals at the Walt Disney World resorts and…
A Vegetarian Review of the Satu’li Canteen
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been the focus of a lot of excitement recently. With extended hours, new evening experiences, and a new nighttime spectacular, there was plenty of reason to get amped up for a visit before even thinking about the new land. That new land, Pandora: The World of Avatar, has added so much…
Disney Cruise Line: Sailing from New York City
As a resident of the northeast, a Disney cruise adventure typically involves air travel. My family was excited when DCL released itineraries that were leaving from New York City, eliminating that long day of airports and airplanes. This is an overview of my experience, along with some helpful hints for anyone sailing from NYC….
Best Rides for the Whole Family: Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios
s Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are two unique parks. One focuses on animals and nature while the other focuses on movies. Here are the best rides for families at each of these parks. Animal Kingdom Na’Vi River Journey (Photo by: Liliane Opsomer) To start your journey off, head to Pandora-…