I’ll miss you, Flik’s Flyers! Walt Disney once said that Disneyland would never be completed as long as there was imagination left in the world. And Marty Sklar famously reminded us that it’s not a museum. It’s natural that changes will come to the Happiest Place on Earth, and while I always look forward to…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 4/1/19
Walt Disney World News Disney After Hours event dates have been announced for the months of May and June. Disney After Hours offers Guests the opportunity to experience a Disney theme parks for three hours after the park closes. Find out more here. New policies have gone into place at the Walt Disney…
Foodie Friday: The Other Food on the Disney Magic
Over a number of weeks, I’ve been sharing with you all about my dining experiences while sailing on the Disney Magic. But besides the regular dinner experiences, there are a lot of other great dining locations for Guests to choose from when dining on the Disney Cruise Line ship. From quick service to snack, the…
Best Places to People Watch – Walt Disney World
The lobby at the Polynesian Village Resort If you visit The Mouse for Less on Facebook, you’ll notice that first time Walt Disney World goers often ask for advice on the perfect vacation. Among all the advice given by seasoned WDW veterans, one statement pops up over and over again: don’t forget to slow down!…
Parasailing on Castaway Cay
Have you ever wanted to try parasailing? How about parasailing on your favorite island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay? I parasailed on my cruise onboard the Disney Fantasy. It was a Disney Port Excursion for our Castaway Cay port, and it was truly the experience of a lifetime. I traveled with my family &…
Dining at Walt’s: An American Restaurant at Disneyland Paris
When planning my trip to Disneyland Paris, I spent a lot of time planning around one thing: food! Disneyland Paris has a reputation for having some not-so-great restaurants, so I was determined to find the best options available. As I looked at my choices and sought the advice of friends, one restaurant popped up in…
Unique Photo Ideas at Walt Disney World
An Instagrammer’s best friend is any of the Disney Parks! Talk about endless photo opportunities that provide us with the most beautiful and magical aesthetics possible at Walt Disney World. Seriously, down every lane, around every corner, and just around the river bend, there are photo ops awaiting you. Sometimes we see more than others,…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 3/25/19
Walt Disney World News Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be returning for Guests to experience this summer. Read more about this development here. Disney has announced that a new film will be added to The Land Pavilion at Epcot called Awesome Planet. The film will showcase the beauty, diversity and dynamic story…
SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival—A Culinary Treat
The best way to enjoy the festival is to visit SeaWorld Orlando early in the morning, before the lines get busy and after enjoying the major rides. Sip and sample the many culinary delicacies of the Seven Seas Food Festival. More than 180 amazing eats are available Fridays at 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays…
Foodie Friday: See You Real Soon Dinner on the Disney Magic
Well, it’s unfortunately time to say goodbye. Our Disney Cruise Line experience on the Disney Magic is coming to an end after seven glorious nights. And with the end, we must have a See You Real Soon Dinner. Now, on our particular cruise, we had an interesting choice. Do we go to the See You…
The Festival of the Lion King Dining Package – A Mouse for Less Review
Usually, when Disney announces a new opportunity or experience, I check out the details, check out the price tag, and then quickly wipe it from my memory. However, something about the Festival of the Lion King Dining Package stuck with me after I saw it. At first, it was available for only a short amount…
Planning a Romantic trip to Walt Disney World
Planning an adults only trip for a honeymoon, anniversary, or just because can be a lot of fun! For those with kids, I always recommend going at least once without the kids. For those without kids, I recommend still going as often as possible! Walt Disney World can give off the persona that it’s geared…