Last summer we visited Walt Disney World for our daughter’s 9th birthday. As part of her birthday experience, we participated in the pick-a-pearl experience in the Japanese pavilion in Disney’s World Showcase in Epcot. This is located in the Mitsukoshi department store. Here is our experience for those that have always wondered what is included…
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The Villas at the Grand Californian Hotel
Welcome to the Grand Californian Hotel! My parents recently became Disney Vacation Club Members, and made it no secret that a major reason they did this was to be able to enjoy Disney vacations with their kids and grandkids. They recently booked a five night stay at the Grand Californian at Disneyland. Since I live…
How to Spend Your Arrival Day in Walt Disney World
Trying to determine what to do on your first day in Walt Disney World can be difficult. Do you head straight to the parks? Stay at the resort? Hit the pool? There are many choices that one can choose to do during their first day. Although many choose to head to the parks, we would…
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and Villas
You have a lot of choices when planning your Disney vacation. One of the first decisions you’ll make it where to stay. There are so many great options on Disney property that the choice seems overwhelming! I’ll try to make it easier for you and give you some reasons you should consider Disney’s Boardwalk Inn…
An Ode to The Enchanted Tiki Room
Walt Disney World’s Enchanted Tiki Room. Photo courtesy of Kelly Nobles I barely remember anything from my very first Walt Disney World visit way back in 1976. I was just about to turn 6, and my parents were so excited to take my little sister and me to Walt and Roy’s last great project. I…
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News 1/9/17
Wies N Buam is now performing at the gazebo stage located in the Germany pavilion at Epcot. The group plays original renditions of Bavarian folk music. Wies N Buam is currently expected to perform five days a week, Sunday through Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Beginning January 12 through February 22, all Guests visiting the Magic…
Getting An Education While On A Disney Vacation
For the past nine years that my children have been born, we have taken trips to Disney. These trips occurred whenever we wanted them to because as babies they were not in school, as there were times where we wanted to go during times of the year that were convenient for us in terms…
All About Disney Movies Anywhere
Do you have several electronic devices to watch your movies on? Perhaps your kids have their own devices. Well Disney Movies Anywhere has you covered. Disney Movies Anywhere is an app and a website where you can browse, buy and watch your favorite movies on several types of devices. Whenever I purchase a movie…
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,…
Walt Disney Animation’s Newest Movie – Moana
The day before Thanksgiving was the opening day for the new Disney film, Moana. I told our kids that we would go see the movie on the opening night. But little did they know I planned on taking them to NYC as part of our pre-Thanksgiving family tradition trip. For the past two years we…
The Oceaneer Club and Lab on the Disney Dream
The Kids Only Oceaneer Club The Oceaneer Club and the Oceaneer Lab are two sections of the supervised children’s activity center on Deck 5 of the Disney Dream. These are meant for children ages 3 – 12. The Club is aimed towards younger children and the Lab is aimed towards older children, however, children are…
Quick Tips and Tricks to Snack Credits When on the Disney Dining Plan
One of the aspects of the Disney Dining Plan that we greatly enjoy is the snack credits that we are able to choose from throughout our vacation. We have used the Disney Dining Plan during our last three Disney vacations and have some tips and tricks that work well for us. Here are some…