You’ve been awake since before the sun, wrangled your littles onto a plane, entertained them with books, toys, endless snacks, your phone, and somehow you’ve managed to keep them happy during the ride on the Magical Express. Welcome to Arrival Day! Take a deep breath because mama, you’re here. You’re finally here! Bask…
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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,…
Top Tips to Consider When Booking Dining
So you’ve planned your trip & now it’s time to book your dining. What are some things to consider when booking dining at Disney World? It’s a strategy that you must plan wisely, especially if you are trying any new or popular restaurants! Whether you have decided to opt for the Disney Dining Plan…
Meeting Anna and Elsa
The most famous Disney sisters of all! August 4th is National Sisters Day here in the United States, and it got me thinking about the times my family met some of the most famous Disney sisters of all: Anna and Elsa. We’ve been lucky enough to meet them in Disneyland, Walt Disney World and on…
Foodie Friday: Joffrey’s Coffee Frozen Beverages
It’s summer and that means it’s hot down in Orlando. When you are looking to cool off, sometimes you’re looking for something frozen and refreshing. That’s where the Joffrey’s Coffee comes in handy. The best news is that there at least one Joffrey’s location in each of the four theme parks, so if you are…
Oga’s Cantina is a Full House from Bright Suns till Rising Moons
You heard that right, Oga’s Cantina is open as early as 6:00 a.m. and the underworld boss welcomes thirsty visitors till park closing. Breakfast guests can enjoy a Bloody Rancor, which is Batuu’s version of a Bloody Mary, or enjoy a Spiran Caf, a coffee enhanced with rum and topped with whipped cream. If…
Give Kids the World Event: Speaker Series
Let me begin by saying that this was one of the most amazing opportunities I have ever had! I recently had the amazing chance of attending an event at Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee, Florida to listen to a speaker series to help raise money for the Village. The speakers included Disney…
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…
Celebrating Christmas in July with the Candlelight Processional
Mid-summer might seem like an odd time to start thinking about holiday plans, but when it comes to Walt Disney World, it’s just the right time! This month, reservations opened for one of my favorite holiday events, the Candlelight Processional. Disney’s Candlelight Processional: A Holiday Tradition Disney’s Candlelight Processional has become a family tradition for me. Each year, my mom and…
On Batuu, Enjoy Exotic Flavors from a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s most detailed and immersive land ever created, also shines when it comes to satisfying the culinary expectations of Star Wars fans. Food on Batuu is colorful and well worth exploring. From Tip-yip to Oi-oi Puff—There is Something for Everyone at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Batuu diners will not be disappointed…
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 Lion King – A Movie Review
It’s 1994, I am sitting in a movie theater waiting for the feature to start. Honestly, I don’t recall what I was actually there to see. I do remember the lights dimming, the room in blackness, the breaking dawn, and the clear note “Na…”. The full sound of a chorus, in a language I didn’t…