From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! Ann Dunnington Fall is in the air. Can you feel it? Ok, maybe it’s still technically summer, but school is back in session and pretty soon, pumpkin-spiced EVERYTHING will be everywhere you turn. If you’re planning on visiting the Walt Disney World resort in September or…
Celebrating a Birthday at the Magic Kingdom
I recently celebrated my birthday at Walt Disney World, which in itself, is a dream come true! Being able to escape the hustle and bustle of New York City for a few days of Disney magic was wonderful. We made it our mission to pack as much Disney into 5 days as possible! We made…
Dining Options Outside of Walt Disney World
Eating a good meal is part of every vacation. While Walt Disney World offers plenty of dining options, I try to occasionally venture out of the Kingdom of the Mouse to discover palatable and less expensive meals. I love a good prime rib and ethnic cuisine, so this is what I will focus on in…
Country Inn and Suites – Cape Canaveral
Welcome to the Country Inn and Suites in Cape Canaveral When I booked my first Disney Cruise, our travel agent strongly suggested that we fly in to Orlando a day early, rent a car, drive to Port Canaveral, and spend the night at a hotel there. She explained that since we were flying from Los…
Movie Review: Herbie Rides Again
DVD Cover Copyright Disney A sequel to The Love Bug (1968), Herbie Rides Again was theatrically released on June 6, 1974. The live action flick, which centers on Herbie, a Volkswagen Beetle with human characteristics, is eighty-eight minutes in length. Aside from the title car, none of the characters, including Jim Douglas (Dean Jones) and…
Extra Magic Hours at Magic Kingdom: Trip Report
The day had finally come in our vacation. We were heading to Magic Kingdom for extra magic hours, lunch at Cinderella’s Royal Table and a whole bunch of memory making. This is our day! For those that may have missed the last few posts, my husband and I along with our daughter (9) and son…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 8/22/16
Kali River Rapids will continue to operate during morning Extra Magic Hours until DINOSAUR reopens from its refurbishment on October 17 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. On-ride photos are now available on Frozen Ever After at Epcot. Planet Hollywood at Disney Springs will reopen this fall as Planet Hollywood Observatory, and the restaurant has announced that…
Top 5 Table Service Breakfasts at Walt Disney World Resorts
Breakfast. It is the most important meal of the day. While it’s always fun to meet characters and enjoy a meal, what if you’re looking for a quick experience all while enjoying good food? Disney has some great restaurants that are at the hotels that you are going to want to try. Ones that allow…
Add a Little Magic to your MagicBand with Magic YOUR Band
MagicBands! They are literally the key to your Walt Disney World vacation. These special colorful bands that look like a sports tracker (like a Fitbit) help to make your trip more magical all while eliminating the need to carry paper and cards. Everything you need is right there on your wrist. So for those…
The Point Orlando Resort a Great Option on Universal Boulevard
The Point Orlando Resort — A Stylish hotel on Universal Boulevard Tech-savvy guests will love The Point Orlando Resort near Universal Orlando. The hotel has everything you need, flat-screen televisions with cable programming, Wi-Fi connectivity, and charging stations like I have never seen anywhere else. When it comes to the rooms, The Point Orlando Resort…
Disneyland app features
While Disneyland hasn’t yet adopted the My Disney Experience tools or MagicBands found at Walt Disney World, they do have a very handy app to help you find your way around the resort. Let’s explore some of the Disneyland app features. You can find the Disneyland app free in the iTunes store or on Google…
First time at Walt Disney World in an ECV
On a recent July trip to Walt Disney World, I finally gave in and ordered an ECV for myself, an electric convenience vehicle or scooter as they are commonly called. I have health issues that have zapped my stamina, so walking around the parks all day in the heat was not something I would be…