Just a few days ago, I had the opportunity to try Babycakes NYC, a new bakery in Downtown Disney on the site of the former McDonalds. Babycakes, which has locations in New York City and Los Angeles, is different: All their baked goods are vegan and gluten-free. For the uninitiated,
Category: Original Articles
Kid Stuff I Secretly Want for Christmas
Admit it, there are some toys you buy for yourself. Some of it’s totally acceptable. I mean, no one is going to judge you if you buy a Wii for the kids but end up playing it more yourself, right? But what if your taste in toys is a bit
A Day with Rae: My Keys to the Kingdom Tour
During our recent trip to Disney World, my hubby and I decided to splurge on a Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom. This 4.5 hour walking tour takes you behind the scenes at the Magic Kingdom, including the famous utilidors – the first level of the Magic Kingdom, long
Best Things I Love About Disney – Impressions de France
The France pavilion at the Epcot World Showcase is a lovely place to pass some time. If you enjoy excellent food there are two top notch restaurants there as well as a couple of shops with outstanding baked goods and cheeses. If you are a shopper you will be in
Take Five at Walt Disney World: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
As much as I like my theme park thrills and e-ticket attractions, some of my fondest memories of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and of Walt Disney World Resort in general, are of smaller moments not found on my touring itinerary. These “Take Five” moments offer a bit of a break in
Keeping things fresh at Walt Disney World
“You’re going to Disney AGAIN?” That’s not an unusual reaction for me to hear when I announce an upcoming trip to family or friends who don’t quite understand my love for Disney. With so much to do, see, and experience, there seems to be no shortage of “new” things to
Planning the Multi-Generational Family Vacation
There is nothing quite like taking a family vacation to Walt Disney World. The excitement that comes with planning the trip is almost half the fun. How long do I stay? Where do we want to eat? Should we do the Disney Dining Plan? These are some of the questions
Ride Review: Living With the Land
The excitement mounts. Your children have been looking forward to this ride attraction for months! And now it is time. You’re finally at EPCOT in Walt Disney World. You’ve made your way to the Land Pavilion. And after only a few short minutes in line, you’re in the boat and
Disney World Quick Tips – Choosing Your Resort
If you were to ask ten people which resort was their favorite you would get at least eleven different answers. There is no one resort at Walt Disney World that is right for all people but if you know what you are looking for there will be one that is
You Know You Have Had Too Much Magic Kingdom When….
It’s safe to say that the vast majority of us love the Magic Kingdom. It’s also safe to say that those of us who visit Walt Disney World regularly spend a lot of time in that most magical of the parks. But – a word of caution is important here!!
Top Ten Disney Tips I Learned This Year
The Disney Vacation Club may be ”Disney’s best kept secret” but another closely guarded secret is that even the most seasoned Disney travelers, guidebook authors, and enthusiasts don’t know everything about Walt Disney World. How could we? Disney World is constantly making tweaks, both big and small to create a
Jessica’s Affordable Disneyland Knick-Knacks
Not everything in the parks in ridiculously priced. I’ve found some affordable little knick-knacks to give to friends and family, or stuff in the kids’ stockings. 1. Disney Bands These rubber band bracelets are part of the Silly Bandz craze among the kids (and apparently my college campus). When worn,
Say Farewell to DCA’s Letters, Murals
I know it’s been a little while from me. Forgive me. School has been crazy. Well, I saw on MiceChat (thanks, Twitter) that Al Lutz gave some news about the murals and beloved letters at California Adventure. According to Lutz, the tiles from the murals will be ground up and
DVD Review: Waking Sleeping Beauty
I am by no means a huge Disney Nerd like George from Imaginerding is. He takes being a Disney Deek to a whole new level. But this past holiday weekend I decided to sit down and watch the Waking Sleeping Beauty Documentary. I have heard from several other Disney Bloggers
