The Science of Disney Imagineering: Gravity The next Science of Disney Imagineering DVD that my daughter and I watched together was Gravity. I knew this was going to be a fun one. After all, so many Disney theme park thrill rides involve the thrill of feeling gravitational forces. Riders feel 5 g’s on the Rock…
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Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/6/20
Walt Disney World News Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom will be closed for refurbishment from January 6 to February 27. The attraction is currently scheduled to reopen on February 28. Special treats have been added to the menu at Disney Villains After Hours. Take a look at what you can pick up…
20 Reasons for Disney Excitement in 2020
Many are looking at the transition from 2019 to 2020 as the end of a decade, and as such are looking back at all of their favorite or most memorable things from the past 10 years. While that can be a lot of fun, I also wanted to look forward, to the next year, and…
Yuletide at Universal Orlando Resort
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, celebrated the season at Universal Orlando. Here is her report about the Yuletide at Universal Orlando. Universal’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s is no doubt the star of Yuletide festivities at Universal Studios. Held nightly now through January 5th, the parade brings elements…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 12/9/19
Walt Disney World News Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction will open on March 4 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This will be the first Disney ride-through attraction featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, that will draw guests inside a Mickey cartoon. More details can be found here. Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be…
My Favorite Places for a Sandwich in Disneyland
Did you know that November 3rd was National Sandwich Day in the United States? I didn’t, either, but when my daughter saw it on her National Days Calendar and told me about it, I do what I often do: I started thinking about Disneyland. Specifically, where I would go to enjoy a sandwich at Disneyland!…
The Imagineering Story on Disney+
As you might have heard once or twice, Disney launched its own streaming service, Disney+, on November 12th. Upon launch, people began exploring decades of classic Disney films, and also great new shows, including the highly anticipated new Star Wars show, The Mandalorian. However, if you are a big Disney Parks nerd (like me), one…
A Look at Walt Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge
Though it might be hard to think of at first, there are some moments where guests would like to take a break from the Walt Disney World parks, rope dropping, dining reservations, parades, attractions, etc. Not everyone will agree on this, but there have been multiple moments where I have met people, as well as…
Tips for Disneybounding!
Keep It Simple While it is completely your choice, my biggest tip for you would be to keep your disneybounding outfit SIMPLE. Do not drive yourself crazy trying to make every detail absolutely perfect. Remember, you want to be comfortable in your disneybounding outfit for your magical day in the park! Make sure you check…
Preparing Children for Walt Disney World
As a “non-childless” millennial, the last several Disney World trips I’ve taken have included my children. (No judgment to those who take Disney trips without kids! I also know how great that is!) I’ve compiled some tips on preparing children for Walt Disney World that have helped us greatly over the years. Plan Plan Plan…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 9/30/19
Walt Disney World News While Disney Parks already offer delicious, diverse, plant-based options at many restaurants, Walt Disney World Resort is in the process of expanding plant-based food offerings at all major quick- and table-service locations. Starting October 1, quick service locations will offer these items and October 3, table service locations will roll…
DIY Adult Pinocchio Costume
Fall is already in the air where I live, and it is definitely in the air at Walt Disney World! With Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in full swing, and the Magic Kingdom decked out in fall colors, maybe it’s time to start thinking about your Halloween costume! I am big into Halloween, and…