Disney World tests new role for Mickey Mouse at Chef Mickey’s
This article comes to us from Kristin Ford at the Daily Disney. Chef Mickey’s has been testing a new role for Mickey Mouse this month. Instead of circulating among the tables at the very popular Contemporary resort restaurant, Mickey has been posing for photos with each group of diners in
Surrounding Ourselves with Disney Lovers
Sometimes I imagine living in the world Walt dreamed of. I am not talking about the “World” I visit each year but the one where everyone would be nice to one another. Where neighbors cared for each other and families could spend time together without feeling all the pressure of
What On Earth Was I Thinking!?!?
Let me tell you about the day in 2007 that I took this picture of the Contemporary Resort. If there were an election held today I could easily be elected president of DUCA. the Dull Uninteresting Club of America. In 2007 I was a 61 year old guy on vacation
Ask a Disney Question: Kilimanjaro Safari and Making a Breakfast ADR.
This question comes from Brandy, who asks: “We are going for Christmas and are planning to do the character breakfast at Tuskers. The only time we could get was 10:10. Will we have enough time for the Kilimanjaro Safari ride before breakfast?” Brandy, thanks for reading the site and for
Ask a Disney Question: When is the 2010 Christmas Parade Taping?
This question comes from Linda, who asks: “Have you heard when the 2010 Disney World Christmas Day Parade taping is this year? We are going the first week of December and trying to avoid this area. Can not find any dates as of yet. Thanks your site is very helpful.”
Disneyworld Quick Tips – The Perfect Christmas Card Photos
We have all received Christmas Cards with the family dressed in Khakis and White shirts at the beach. While we were on vacation a couple of weeks ago at Myrtle Beach we saw a family leaving the beach right after sunset with a photographer who took pictures for their Christmas
Resort Hopping 101 – Epcot Area Ferry Hop
One of our focuses on the website the past few months has been Quick Tips. We like to prepare you for the parks and offer up tips and tricks to making your vacation more enjoyable. If case you missed our last Resort Hopping 101 – The Monorail Express check it
Take Five at Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom
When I received this next Chip Panel submission I felt honored! This article is from one of my favorite Disney Examiner authors Debra Peterson. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. When I first started visiting Walt Disney World Resort, I was the guest who was at
The Best $20 we spent at Disney World
On our last trip to Disney World we decided to try a few new things. One of the things we tried was the surrey’s at the Boardwalk. Our whole family was able to ride on one of these surrey’s. We rented one for a half hour and off we went
Why Are We Going To Walt Disney World In October 2011?
There are lots of reasons why we are going for our next visit to Walt Disney World in October of 2011. Some of these are: Because it’s there!!! Enough said on that point. We go to WDW at least every 2 years (more when possible) and 2011 just happens to
5 Tips for Affordable Disney Pin Collecting
When we discovered pin collecting, we discovered a great way of keeping our Disney vacation souvenir budget under control. Because pins are now our souvenir of choice, we are better able to plan our souvenir purchases and stick to a planned budget. We don’t get sidetracked, and don’t suffer “buyer’s remorse” when we get home either.
Sharing the Magic, All in one weekend!
Have you ever wanted to share your love of Disney with others? I’ve been a Walt Disney World fan all of my life, and there’s nothing I enjoy more than sharing that love with other people. This year I had the opportunity to travel to Walt Disney World with my
Is the Disney Vacation Club Right for your Family?
Last week, I looked at the financial piece of the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) as it relates to my family. I was trying to answer the question, “Is the Disney Vacation Club Worthwhile?” Financially, it is for my family. However, there is more to the DVC than financial considerations. This
Are All Disney Rumors Bad?
Disney is going to build another Theme Park in the United States. Disney is going to convert all of its animation over to CGI. Disney is going to build a DVC Resort on the Moon. Walt Disney is going to be resurrected and run for President! OK, I admit, that
