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One of the most exciting, and sometimes challenging, parts of visiting a Disney Park is finding your favorite Disney character live and in the flesh. Some characters have stationary meet and greet spots; some host character meals; some float around the parks and some are in multiple spots (due to Disney magic, of course) at … Read more
We all work long and hard days and could use a pick-me-up at times. There are a number of ways in which you can escape reality and recreate a little of the magic from your last Walt Disney World vacation. Here are a few ways in which I have been able to escape the craziness … Read more
The new Disney World Minnie Mouse Van Service, dubbed “Minnie Vans” was announced in the Summer of 2017 at the D23 Expo and soon after the new polka-dotted fleet of crossover SUVs began popping up around the resort. Here is a complete rundown of what you need to know about the Minnie Van service. What … Read more
Disney mobile order has grown from a small test into one of the most useful dining features at Walt Disney World. Using the My Disney Experience app, guests can order and pay for food in advance at select locations, then head to the restaurant when their meal is ready. For many guests, mobile order is … Read more
One of the many conveniences involved in staying on property at the Walt Disney World Resort is the ability to purchase a Disney Dining plan. Included in this prepaid dining package is a mix of snacks, quick service and table service meals. If you have kids, a great option for spending a few of your … Read more
Disney has a special treat for Star Wars fans young and old that visit Walt Disney World. Beginning Saturday, in addition to Kylo Ren and Chewbacca, visitors to the Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to meet BB-8! If you are not familiar with Star Wars Launch Bay, it is a … Read more
With Moana killing it at the box office and interest in the latest Disney heroine at an all-time high, I have been getting a bunch of emails asking if/when/where Moana will be appearing at Disney World for meet n greets. Here is what I was able to find out: The good news is that Moana … Read more
Update 2/5/17: The new MagicBand 2 have begun shipping to Disney World visitors. The Disney Store has also begun selling Limited Edition customized MagicBand 2 on their site, including one featuring Belle from the upcoming live action Beauty and the Beast movie. Original Post 11/23/16: There was a lot of news coming out of this … Read more
Some may find it hard to believe, but Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park turns 45 this year. Yes 45! In addition to their Halloween festivities and getting ready for the Holiday Season, Disney is also celebrating the Magic Kingdom 45th Anniversary in typical Disney style: Special events, merchandise and other goodies. Here is a … Read more
As we all suspected when they purchased Lucasfilm, Disney has been working hard to add a distinct and sizable Star Wars presence to their theme parks. If your family is traveling to Disney World in the near future and your children are Star Wars fans, you are in luck. There is plenty of Star Wars-themed activities … Read more