Many people often wonder about the difference between the two resorts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: Jambo House vs. Kidani Village. Both offer great amenities, pools, and activities. So, how do you know which one would be better for your family? Which should you choose? Flamingo viewing area Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, also known as…
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To Buy or Not To Buy – The Do’s and Don’ts of Pre-Disney Shopping
My oh my, what should I buy? As any Pinner will tell you, there are about a grillion and 71 posts out there saying “buy this before you go to Disney!” To be honest, I got pretty caught up in all the frenetic “I gottta get this” purchasing-palooza before our visit with the main…
Movie Review: Emil and the Detectives
Image Copyright Disney Based on Erich Kästner’s 1929 novel of the same name, Emil and the Detectives was theatrically released on December 18, 1964. The live action mystery film is ninety-nine minutes in length. Plot Summary In the small German town of Neustadt, young Emil Tischbein (Bryan Russell) boards a bus to Berlin, where he…
My First Disney Cruise Line Experience
I recently took my very first Disney Cruise, and I have to tell you, I foresee more cruising in my future! My mom and I took a 3 night cruise on the Disney Fantasy from May 17-19, 2017; this cruise was extra special- it included a “double dip” at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay! I’ve…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/12/17
Walt Disney World News Mobile Ordering will be coming soon to five Magic Kingdom restaurants this summer. Guests will be able to use this new system at Tomorrowland Terrace, Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café, Pinocchio Village Haus, Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café and Columbia Harbour House. There is no word on the official roll…
A Vegetarian Review of the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
When starting to plan our trip to Disneyland, and specifically when reading the Unofficial Guide, one of the things that struck me as interesting was that out of all of the restaurants throughout the park, the highest rated one was a bakery with a pretty small menu. However, after eating there, I definitely understand why…
Pandora: The World of Avatar Now Open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
On Pandora the Ground Glows Beneath Your Feet Day or night, the Valley of Mo’ara and its floating mountains are the focal point of Pandora: The World of Avatar. Waterfalls cascade down the 156-foot-tall mountains that appear larger than they physically are, and the landscaping is amazing, even mysterious. Guests are invited to play instruments at the…
Mickey Pancakes for the Soul: 5 Unexpected Benefits of a Disneyland Trip
Before I begin, I should clarify one important detail. Despite the curious title, this blog will not be a review of the Mickey Mouse pancake. This is also not a tribute to the wonders of the iconic breakfast treat at Disneyland Resort’s Rancho del Zocalo restaurant, nor is this a step-by-step tutorial on how…
Favorite Foods at Walt Disney World
Food is an important part of any Walt Disney World Vacation and our trip this last summer wasn’t any exception. Our traveling party included our two kids (9 and 6 at the time), my husband, myself, younger sister and her husband and my parents we experienced both table service and quick service meals and many…
Top 5 Reasons to Stay at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
photo © Jocelyn Martins I love staying at Disney resorts. On the West Coast and the East Coast, a stay at a Disney owned and operated hotel makes the entire vacation feel more magical. At Walt Disney World, there are so many different resorts that my first instinct is to stay at a different one…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 6/5/17
Walt Disney World News New tasty treats debuted this week at the Taste Track kiosk located near Test Track at Epcot. Treats include the Berry Explosion Sundae (vanilla ice cream layered with berries and pound cake, topped with whipped cream, strawberry pearls, and cotton candy), a Chocolaty Churro Sundae (vanilla ice cream with hot fudge,…
Foodie Friday: Review of Satu’li Canteen in Pandora – The World of Avatar
Pandora – The World of Avatar has been on every Disney fan’s mind over the past few years. What would the land look like, what would the Na’vi River Journey and AVATAR Flight of Passage attractions entail, what would the nighttime bring, and what honestly types of food do Na’vi eat? I mean, we…