Welcome to Marceline’s Confectionery! My family and I usually rush through Downtown Disneyland to get to the theme parks. However, on a relaxed park free day, my daughter and I decided to stop in a delightful looking place for a yummy dessert. Marceline’s Confectionery is named after Marceline, Missouri, the town that shaped Walt Disney’s…
Chip and Dale’s Harvest Feast at the Garden Grill
The Land Pavilion is one of my favorite spots in all of Epcot. It is home the very popular attraction, Soarin’ as well as the classic ride, Living with the Land. You will also find some great dining options inside at Sunshine Seasons and the Garden Grill. I visit Sunshine Seasons often to grab snacks,…
Magical & Convenient Technology in Use at Walt Disney World
A Walt Disney World vacation is in one word, magical. But a second word may be convenient. So we are not surprised by the release of new technology called MyMagic+ which makes many of the magical experiences at Walt Disney World just that – convenient. Before you even leave home, you can begin to use…
Using the Disability Access Service (DAS) at Walt Disney World
On a recent extended family trip, we had the opportunity to utilize the Disability Access Service. (Otherwise know as DAS.) Per the Disney website, this system is intended for “guests who aren’t able to wait in a conventional queue environment”. My nephew has Down’s Syndrome and we weren’t sure how he’d do in lines and…
10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Walt Disney World Trip
You have decided to go to Walt Disney World for your family vacation. You want it to be perfecting every way but watch out for these 10 things that can ruin your Walt Disney World vacation. Not researching Walt Disney World is a huge. There are so many choices, opportunities and don’t forget acronyms for…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites: Walt Disney World News 7/18/16
This fall, PizzeRizzo, a new quick service location in Muppets Courtyard will debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, serving delicious pizza and salads. The new PizzeRizzo is a classic family pizzeria owned and operated by Rizzo The Rat. PizzeRizzo will open in the former location of Pizza Planet. Goofy, Chip & Dale and Daisy & Donald are…
Foodie Friday: Dinner at Trail’s End Restaurant
Have you heard about Trail’s End Restaurant? It’s one of the best kept secrets at the Walt Disney World resort. Not only is the pricing reasonable (for Disney), but it’s at one of the most unique resorts, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. One reason Trail’s End is a hidden gem is because it takes some effort…
Top 5 Thrill Rides at Universal Studios Florida
Looking for the fastest, scariest, and all around jaw dropping thrill rides of Universal Studios Florida? These are the top 5 thrilling attractions that are sure to excite even the most experienced of adrenaline junkies! Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts Inside the newly built Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida stands a grand,…
How To Surprise Your Family About a Walt Disney World Vacation
From Our Magically Speaking Newsletter Archive – subscribe today! By Teresa Pittman Years ago, when my oldest grandchildren were about five and two, we decided to surprise them with a trip to Disney World. At the time, Disney was running a great series of TV commercials. In each scene, someone would notice a balloon…
Review of Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney at Disneyland
The Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney in Disneyland I recently took my daughter for a lunch date at Downtown Disney. Since we’re saving up our pennies for our big Disney Cruise in August, we decided to eat at the reasonably priced Earl of Sandwich. Portrait of our “host,” John, the Earl of Sandwich For those…
Review of the Pirate’s League in Adventureland
On our last trip, we decided to check out the Pirate’s League. It is located in Adventureland and offers several packages for your pirate or mermaid. We have never done Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and we felt like this was a great alternative because there was something fun for everyone, not just the princesses. Besides, my…
Lunch at Roaring Fork in the Wilderness Lodge Resort
Roaring Fork, a quick service dining location in Walt Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge Resort, is one of our favorite places to grab a quick lunch. We like to visit Roaring Fork on a Magic Kingdom day by taking the boat to Wilderness Lodge to get a nice break from the heat and the crowds of…