There’s only one way to be a pilot, and that is to get this entire river by heart. You have to know it just like A B C. – Mark Twain, Life on the Mississippi Secure all cargo, all passenger aboard. Bowman, cast off lines. Engine room, ahead on quarter. Engine room, ahead three quarters….
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Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 7/20/15
Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open the Ice Palace Boutique across from the ABC Commissary on July 26. Here, guests ages 3-12 can undergo a Frozen inspired transformation. There will be four different packages that guests can select from. They are: Frozen Summer Fun Boutique Package – This package includes Anna or Elsa-inspired shimmering makeup…
DIY Disney Themed Coasters
Last year, Erin Glover from the Disney Parks Blog shared how to make coasters from recycled Disneyland Park maps. I thought that this was a cute project, and earmarked it to make someday. Someday has arrived! I didn’t have any Disneyland maps, but I did have Walt Disney World maps. These do work, though they…
DIY Disney: Personalized DCL Stateroom Magnets
One of the most exciting (and sometimes excruciating) parts of planning a magical Disney vacation is the mounting anticipation of counting down the days left until the big trip. This summer, our family is looking forward to a “land and sea” extravaganza, including a 5-night Bahamas cruise aboard the Disney Dream and a 5-night…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/29/15
A new lounge area has cropped up at Epcot called D-Zone in the corridor behind Epcot’s Character Spot. This new area includes places to charge your phone, sit for a while in the air conditioning, and grab a drink. Captain EO will be returning to the Magic Eye Theater at the Imagination Pavilion on July…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/22/15
Living with the Land at The Land Pavilion in Epcot will be closed for refurb from September 8-17. A couple of food notes. Zuri’s Sweet Shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is selling sweet treats that resemble animal poop and the hot cheese sauce found in counter service restaurants is being removed across property. Breakfast at…
Disney Movie Theme Night: Monsters Inc
What exactly is a Disney Movie Theme Night? If you ask my kids, they’d tell you it is one of their favorite things that needs to happen more often. For me, it’s a great way to gather our family together for a night of fun and memories. A Disney Movie Theme Night is a whole…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/8/15
Frozen Summer Fun kicks off at Disney’s Hollywood Studios soon and this year guests will be able to catch both Frozen Fever, which played ahead of the live action Cinderella, and a behind the scenes look at making the short, in the ABC Sound Studio. The short will air twice each hour, beginning at 10:00…
Visiting Grand Cayman on Disney Cruise Line
Grand Cayman is a popular Western Caribbean destination for Disney Cruise Line, and can be found on upcoming 7-night itineraries from Port Canaveral on the Disney Magic or Disney Fantasy, and on 7-night itineraries from Galveston on the Disney Wonder. Grand Cayman is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, and Disney’s cruise ships pull…
May I Have Your Autograph?
For many people one highlight of meeting the Disney characters is collecting autographs. The obvious option is an autograph book, which tends to collect dust on a shelf once you return home. I’ve seen some quite creative options for autographs throughout my Disney journeys. Here are a few ideas for your next trip: Autograph Book…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 5/17/15
Pre-arrival FastPass+ selections for Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will not be available July 21 and 22. Guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom can meet Tarzan along the Discovery Island Trail and Pocahontas will be meeting at Discovery Island Character Landing. Chef Mickey’s at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be offering brunch daily starting May 31. Adults…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 4/27/15
The Disney Chase Meet and Greet will continue to operate in Inventions West beyond April 29. Dockside Margaritas at Downtown Disney has now opened. The brand new relaxed water-side bar and lounge features margaritas, frozen drinks, local Florida craft beers, wines, and more. Guests can get drinks at the full bar or the quick service…