Disneyland was built well before the Single Rider Line was a concept. But Walt Disney’s original theme park is a great example of how much difference these “seat-fillers” can make. The SIX Single Rider Lines in Disneyland give guests a FastPass alternative and can save hours in line each day. Several have just been added…
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Disney After Hours At the Magic Kingdom: Is It Worth It?
In January 2018, my husband and I splurged on tickets to Disney After Hours at the Magic Kingdom. This is a $125 hard ticket event that gets you into the Magic Kingdom for 3 hours after closing. Most rides are open, some character meets, and you get all you care to enjoy popcorn, bottled…
Planning a Last Minute Trip to Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World – to go or not to go, it wasn’t even a question. As someone who remembers watching the original trilogy on VHS tapes growing up (I’m not old enough to have seen them originally in theaters), read every Star Wars book I could get my hands on,…
Rope Drop 101: What is it and Why Does it Matter?
What is Rope Drop and Why Does it Matter? Any Walt Disney World veteran who knows how to maximize time in the parks and lessen time spent in lines will tell you that getting to the parks for rope drop is essential. What is Rope Drop? In simple terms, rope drop refers to being…
All New! The Animation Experience at Conservation Station
After a lengthy closure and refurbishment period, Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened with the addition of a brand new attraction: The Animation Experience at Conservation Station. The off-the-beaten-path attraction, just a short train ride away, began its seasonal closure in October of last year. While many aspects remained the same, the…
The Science of Disney Imagineering: Trajectory
Learning about science using Disney rides? Yes, please! My daughter has told me for years that she wants to be a Disney Imagineer when she grows up. So when I found out there was a series of three DVDs that uses Disney Imagineering and theme park rides to explain and teach scientific concepts to kids,…
Mobile Ordering Meals at Disneyland
Based on my experience, mobile ordering meals at Disneyland will save you time and frustration during your visit. This free feature of Disneyland’s app is like having a FastPass for your meals! The mobile order area is accessible from several places on your Disneyland app home screen. Before going to the park, be sure you…
Using the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App While Sailing
The Disney Cruise Line Navigator App recently updated allowing more functionality before your cruise. But what will you see when you are actually on your cruise? The Navigator app is you link to EVERYTHING when you are on board. Make sure that you have the most up to date version BEFORE you board the ship….
A Mother-Daughter Trip to Disneyland Paris
My mom and I take an annual mother-daughter vacation around Mother’s Day Weekend each year, and we always try to experience something new and exciting! We’ve gone out to Disneyland in California, on a Disney Cruise, to Disney’s Vero Beach Resort (are you sensing a trend here?), and decided to take it international this year…
Best Walt Disney World Snacks
Walt Disney World has so many great snack options. Many Walt Disney World snacks are shareable & some can even be considered a meal! Whether you’re on the Disney Dining Plan or not, it’s always a good idea to be prepared and know the best snack options. Particularly if you are on the Dining…
Foodie Friday: Pasta Palooza at Maria & Enzo’s
Last week, The Mouse For Less was invited to attend the Pasta Palooza event at Maria & Enzo’s in Disney Springs. During this event, we learned how to make Maria & Enzo’s signature Spaghetti Alla Chitarra Con Polpette. The pasta itself is made with thick-cut pasta, marinara sauce, Maria’s family recipe meatballs, parmigiano reggiano, and…
Fun Facts About The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh
June 5th 2019 marked the twentieth anniversary of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. For twenty years families have ridden bouncing honeypots through the Hundred Acre Woods to join Owl, Roo, Tigger and, of course Pooh, the most gentle of bears as the begin another adventure. Until your next visit,…