Last week, I was enjoying a delicious walk around Epcot, taking in all the smells and tastes of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. This year’s festival is the longest ever and lasts until November 23, so there’s still plenty of time for you to make your way to the park to enjoy the deliciousness….
The Old Faithful Club at Wilderness Lodge – A First-Timer’s Review
If Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a bustling center of vacation goodness, the Old Faithful Club at the Wilderness Lodge is a quiet and peaceful oasis. I was lucky enough to stay for the first time at the Old Faithful Club for four glorious days recently on an annual sister trip. I can honestly say that…
How to become a Disney Historian
I’m a Disney Historian. Guess what? You can become one, too! This little known activity – which doesn’t cost any extra – is a fun way to journey through one of Hollywood Studios’ most underrated attractions. Walt Disney Presents is a self-guided historical tour through Walt’s early life and more. The tour ends with the…
My 5 Favorite Things About Aulani
I could go on for days about what makes Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa so wonderful, but instead here are my top 5 favorite things about Aulani. The ability to relax all day and never leave the resort We ventured off the resort for a few meals nearby, and a day trip into Honolulu. Other than…
On Batuu, Chef James Kleinschmidt Serves Food with a Story
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, recently talked with James Kleinschmidt, Chef de Cuisine, Concept Development Team, about the food offerings at the brand-new land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Here is her report. About Chef Kleinschmidt A graduate of the Baltimore International Culinary College, Chef James Kleinschmidt…
The Oogie Boogie Bash
Welcome to the Oogie Boogie Bash After years of hosting Halloween parties at Disneyland Park, this year Disneyland changed things up a bit. The Halloween parties this year are called The Oogie Boogie Bash, and they are being held at Disney California Adventure. Many facets of the party remain the same. It is a family-friendly,…
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…
Saying Goodbye to IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
For 20 years, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth has been entertaining Guests each night at Epcot, just before the park closes. IllumiNations is a one-of-a-kind show that features fireworks, lasers, and fire. Projections illuminate a giant globe that serves as the centerpiece, as it travels across the World Showcase Lagoon. An original soundtrack, that celebrates humanity, plays as the lagoon…
Foodie Friday: The Best Place You’re Not Visiting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
With all the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge hubbub, it’s easy to forget that there really are other things at Disney’s Hollywood Studios…and one of those things could very well be something you’ve never heard of. But if you’re walking to go to Galaxy’s Edge, you’ve likely passed it! On the corner of Grand Avenue sits…
Throwback Thursday: How Disney California Adventure Used to Celebrate Halloween
California Adventure looked completely different 10 years ago, before some of the major transformations. One big contrast is how the theme park used to decorate for and observe Halloween and autumn. Let’s dial up our Disney-branded time machine and jump back to 2009 to see how California Adventure used to celebrate Halloween. 2009 Most wouldn’t…
Galaxy’s Edge: Droid Depot, Savi’s Workshop, or Both
Bright Suns Travelers! Recently, Sean and I had the privilege to preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World during an Annual Passholder Preview, and IT WAS AMAZING. We spent about 4 hours immersed in the land. We rode Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, drank green and blue milk, and ate at Docking Bay 7…
Why Fall is a great time to visit Disneyland
Let’s be honest…it’s always a great time to visit Disneyland! It’s the original park that Walt dreamed up on a bench by a carousel. Whenever you can get there, get there! But Disneyland in the fall is exceptionally great! Here are some reason’s why. The Weather Southern California is known for their great weather. Unlike…