I recently visited Walt Disney World and was excited to see all of the special shows and decorations that can be found in the parks at this time of year. I wasn’t sure how much holiday entertainment I could cram into one whirlwind long weekend, but I was determined to see as much as I…
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Tips for Experiencing Walt Disney World Between Christmas and New Year’s
Christmastime brings many traditions: Christmas trees, Santa Claus, classic songs, good food, and, less happily, gridlock at Walt Disney World. Indeed, the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is Disney’s most crowded week of the year. The parks will often close for capacity reasons during this week, and wait times will likely be astronomical. …
Foodie Friday: Snack Spotlight on the Mickey Mouse Cupcake
Did you know that this week (yesterday, in fact) was National Cupcake Day? I love a good cupcake. It’s got cake, it’s got icing, it’s so yummy! And of course, one thing that Disney isn’t shy with is the proliferation of cupcakes they offer! To celebrate, I thought I’d take a look at the incredible…
The Candlelight Processional: A Walt Disney World Holiday Must Do
The Candlelight Processional has become a yearly tradition for my family during the holidays. I’ve seen some excellent narrators in the past, but this year I was super excited to finally see Neil Patrick Harris! I was a huge fan of “How I Met Your Mother”and even watched him on “Doogie Howser” many years ago,…
Foodie Friday: An Experience at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort became a hit from the moment the doors open. From its kitchy decor, to the fun schtick, to the infamous drinks and glasses, Trader Sam’s offers Guests a fun and light-hearted experience from the moment you walk into the door. Ah…but that’s the trick…being able to…
runDisney’s Registration Window Peaks at 331 Days
The runDisney registration window peaks at 331 days next year, far in advance of windows like 60 days for FastPass+ and 180 days for advanced dining reservations. That’s more than 47 weeks in advance you must decide to register for a race that wait for it…. you cannot get a refund for, transfer your bib,…
It’s Looking a Lot Like Christmas at Disney Springs
In addition to a nightly tree lightning ceremony, lots of live entertainment is happening at Disney Springs for the holidays. Every night a family of the day is chosen to light the Christmas tree at 6:00 p.m. at the Once Upon a Toy fountain play area. Throughout the evening a DJ spinning holiday-themed music, snowflake and…
Tips for Enjoying a Walt Disney World Vacation During the Busy Holiday Season
The week between Christmas and New Years is the busiest time of year at Walt Disney World. Crowds pour into the parks each day to celebrate the holidays at the most magical place on earth! I’m one of the people who makes the annual pilgrimage to Disney property during the holidays, and I can tell…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 12/5/16
Walt Disney World Resort is introducing a new add-on associated with the park-hopper ticket called Express Transportation. This new option enables Guests to travel conveniently between theme parks by picking them up and dropping them off by Disney Transportation from directly inside the parks. This feature is available at Vacation Planning or Guest Relations. Express…
Foodie Friday: Christmas Day Dinner at Trail’s End
Have you ever been to Walt Disney World on Christmas Day? Last year, I was! My brother moved to Orlando a few years ago and so last year, my parents decided that instead of having us all come home for Christmas, we would spend the holidays in the land of theme parks, which was just…
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts Gear Up for the Holidays
The Swan and Dolphin are among the most centrally located resorts in Walt Disney World. Though these resorts are located inside the World and Disney handles their reservations, they’re owned by Sheraton (Dolphin) and Westin (Swan) and can be booked directly through their parent companies too. Both hotels are massive yet whimsical. Designed by Michael…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News – 11/28/16
Guests at the Magic Kingdom will soon be able take part in Tiana’s Riverboat Party: Ice Cream Social and Parade Viewing. Guests will be able to enjoy sweet treats including a variety of desserts, hand dipped ice cream with toppings, ice cream novelties, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and exclusive viewing of the Disney Festival of…