When I signed up for the Princess 5K last year, I expected it to be my one and only race. After all, running is not exactly my thing. Sure, I would jog on the treadmill at the gym every once in a while, but I definitely wouldn’t have called myself a runner. So how did…
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Remembering the Main Street Electrical Parade
And now it’s time to say goodbye… to the Main Street Electrical Parade at Walt Disney World. This nearly nightly parade has been a main stay at Magic Kingdom since its return in 2010. It originally debuted in 1972, and has moved between Disneyland and Disney World several times. It is returning to Disneyland, leaving…
Finding Lambie or finding lost toys on a Disney holiday
It is the traveling parent’s nightmare. Your child’s beloved, ‘there’s no possible way for me to sleep without him/her/it’ special security item has gone missing. You have scoured the hotel room – even going as far as looking under the bed…and don’t you wish that you had never done that because now you will…
PassPorter’s Walt Disney World 2016 – A Mouse for Less Review
When you start planning a trip to Walt Disney World, you can easily get overwhelmed not only with the plentiful information, but the plentiful sources of information as well. Even if you only look at actual books it can be hard to decide which one (or ones) to try. You might look to Birnbaum’s to…
Foodie Friday: Snack Spotlight on the African Milk Tart at Harambe Market
I have to say, ever since Disney’s Animal Kingdom has being it’s nighttime experiences, I have fallen in love with that park. I love that it isn’t so hot, I love the entertainment, and I love the attractions at night. Of course, I also love dining here too. It’s just all so much fun…
Disneyland’s Pooh Corner
One of Disneyland’s hidden gems is nestled in the back of Critter Country, behind Splash Mountain. You’ll find a little candy kitchen and gift shop with a sweet reputation and some exclusive goodies. Come explore the yumminess of Disneyland’s Pooh Corner! Your first job is finding the store. Critter Country is a dead end, so you can’t…
Morimoto Asia: A Dining Review
I recently had the opportunity to dine at the new Morimoto Asia restaurant, located in Disney Springs, as part of my Disney birthday celebration. Being a master chef fanatic, I was counting the moments until I could experience this exciting new signature dining spot, and I can assure you, it didn’t disappoint. Morimoto Asia is the…
Foodie Friday: Review of Territory Lounge
One of the big trends right now at Walt Disney World are these unique lounge offerings. You have them with places like Trader Sams at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and with the brand new AbracadaBar at Disney’s BoardWalk, but there are a few lounges that have been around for a while that are classics in…
Country Inn and Suites – Cape Canaveral
Welcome to the Country Inn and Suites in Cape Canaveral When I booked my first Disney Cruise, our travel agent strongly suggested that we fly in to Orlando a day early, rent a car, drive to Port Canaveral, and spend the night at a hotel there. She explained that since we were flying from Los…
The Point Orlando Resort a Great Option on Universal Boulevard
The Point Orlando Resort — A Stylish hotel on Universal Boulevard Tech-savvy guests will love The Point Orlando Resort near Universal Orlando. The hotel has everything you need, flat-screen televisions with cable programming, Wi-Fi connectivity, and charging stations like I have never seen anywhere else. When it comes to the rooms, The Point Orlando Resort…
Anna and Elsa’s Boutique at Downtown Disney in Disneyland
Welcome to Anna and Elsa’s Boutique! For a while, I had been curious about the new Anna and Elsa’s Boutique in Downtown Disney, here at the Disneyland Resort. I had heard about it when it first opened, taking over the space formerly occupied by Studio 365. On a recent park free day, I decided to…
Tips for Driving to Walt Disney World
When planning your Disney vacation, there are many things to consider. Where to stay, how long, park hopper or not, driving or flying? Today I am going to provide you with some tips on making the driving trek to Orlando! We have mostly chosen to drive on our longer trips for various reason. Some of…