Walt Disney World is an amazing vacation destination for just about anybody. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or you prefer more relaxing days, you’ll be sure to find something to suit your needs! Of course, attractions are a large part of Disney vacations, and choosing the attractions you most want to ride can be a…
Black Widow Merchandise at Disney California Adventure
Detail of the Black Widow child’s costume sold in California Adventure I have become a huge fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in my middle age. My calendar is marked with the release dates of all the films, the premiere dates for the ABC shows, and I have blocked out times specifically for binge watching…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/15/18
Walt Disney World News From early February through summer 2018, Kringla Bakeri og Kafe located in the Norway pavilion at Epcot will undergo a refurbishment to expand and enhance the location. Midnattsol Bakeri, a food and beverage quick-service kiosk, will be added to the promenade in Norway during the refurbishment. A selection of items from…
Disney Trips are Motivating!
Several years ago, I came home from a great vacation with an unwanted souvenir — knee tightness and pain. I hobbled around in vain for a couple of weeks. I hoped the swelling would magically go away on its own. What made me finally break down and call the physical therapist? The idea of not…
Foodie Friday: Review of Maria & Enzo’s at Disney Springs
This past weekend, I was in Walt Disney World for marathon weekend, but it also just so happened to be opening weekend for a brand new restaurant at Disney Springs, Maria & Enzo’s. The restaurant is connected to the recently opened Pizza Ponte and is part of The Edison complex. As the story goes, Maria…
Best Rides for the Whole Family in Epcot
Walt Disney World’s Epcot is a great place for families. Although many feel like this park can be skipped with kids, there is a lot of options for families visiting the park. Scene from Spaceship Earth Start off with a ride on Spaceship Earth. This slow moving ride, will take the whole family through history….
Lunch at Le Cellier at Epcot
Le Cellier Steakhouse has been on my Disney bucket list for years. Reservations are sometimes hard to come by, so even though I wanted to, I never seemed to get around to trying it. On a recent visit to Epcot, however, I decided it was finally time to stop by the Canada pavilion and give…
Walt Disney World Club Level Guests Will Be Able To Purchase More FastPass+ Reservations
We here at The Mouse For Less wanted to let you all know about a big FastPass+ change that is coming for some Guests staying at the Walt Disney World resort. Beginning January 12, Guests staying Club Level at the Walt Disney World Deluxe Resorts, at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort’s bungalows, and at the…
A Review of Afternoon Tea at the Garden View Tea Room
I recently took a trip to the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for afternoon tea at the Garden View Tea Room, something that has been on my Disney bucket list for years. Being a lover of tea and scones, I was sure this would be an experience I would love! I decided to bring my…
What Was New at Walt Disney World in 2017
2017 brought a whole new land to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, many new experiences to Disney Springs and magic to all those that visited. Here is a look back at what was new in 2017 at Walt Disney World. Happily Ever After (photo by Rikki Niblett) In Magic Kingdom, 2017 said good-bye to the beloved “Wishes”…
Movie Review: The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again
A live action comedy-western and sequel to The Apple Dumpling Gang (1975), Disney’s The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again was theatrically released on June 27, 1979. The film is eighty-eight minutes in length. Plot Summary At the end of The Apple Dumpling Gang, that film’s two inept bandits, Theodore (Don Knotts) and Amos (Tim Conway),…
What to Wear at Disneyland in the Winter
My favorite outer layer for a winter day in Disneyland Congratulations! You’re escaping the cold, snowy winter of a Northern climate to go to Disneyland! Abundant sunshine, clear skies, dry desert heat – you’ve got it made! Now, if you’ve never been to Southern California, you might have an exaggerated picture in your mind of…