What you are about to read may be considered controversial. I debated long and hard prior to writing this post since I often don’t write things that could be perceived as critical of Walt Disney World. And, I would like them to invite me to an event in the future.
Tag: Cinderella Castle
Character Dining Gets Fans Up Close With Disney Favorites
Breakfast with Donald Duck, lunch with Mickey Mouse and dinner with the Disney princesses — that might comprise a perfect day for some young visitors to Walt Disney World Resort. The lovable Disney characters get up close for photos and autographs at special dining experiences in the theme parks and
2010 Walt Disney World Christmas Parade Snafu.
Yesterday morning we and many other Disney news sites announced that volunteers could get tickets to watch the Disney Christmas parade taping in the Magic Kingdom on December 3 – 5. We were especially pleased to pass that information on to the readers of Chip and Co and Everything Walt
Best Things I Love About Disney – Watching Children’s Faces
We don’t have any children but one of the most enjoyable experiences for us is to stand near the train station end of Main Street USA and watch the kid’s faces as they look down the street and Cinderella Castle looms up in front of them. It’s the most fun
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Lights Up Magic Kingdom
Larger-than-life gingerbread men, giant toy soldiers and Florida “snowflakes” combine to create the perfect holiday setting on 19 magical evenings between Nov. 8 and Dec. 19, 2010, during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom. The after-hours party (requiring a separate admission ticket) features special entertainment, including “Mickey’s Very
Your Photos from Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
I would like to say a big THANK YOU to the Chip and Co. readers who submitted photos to me! They were all great! So, as promised, here they are, for the world to see! This first photo comes from Keira in Porter, TX. It was Keira’s daughter’s first trip
Disney’s 2010 Christmas Day Parade Ticket & Event Info
Now that Halloween is over and the Christmas Season is fast approaching, many people have been emailing us and asking about Disney’s 2010 Christmas Day Parade Ticket & Event Info. Here is what we know so far: Taping begins December 3rd. Rain Makeup day is December 5th If past years
Disney Trip Rituals
Sometimes, without knowing it, we develop certain rituals within our lives that help to enhance our experiences in some way. My family is no exception to this rule and we have some trip traditions that we have been following for years. We did not set out to develop these
Disney and the Jets: U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds make special flyover Magic Kingdom
MAGICAL FLIGHT: The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly over Disney parade floats, park guests and Cinderella Castle Oct. 26, 2010 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The special flight commemorated the start of “Air Force Week” which takes place Oct. 26-31, 2010 in nearby Cocoa Beach,
The Magic Behind The Scenes – Seeing Is Not Always Believing
I believe many of you may be familiar with what is called “forced perspective”. It’s a trick used by filmmakers and yes also by Imagineers to make your eyes and mind see something that isn’t real. It is used everywhere at Walt Disney World but a couple of prime examples
Walt Disney World Quick Tip – Watching Wishes At The Magic Kingdom
A lot of my tips come from careful study and planning but this one was a total accident. A lot of visitors love to watch Wishes (Hallowishes etc.) from Main Street USA for many reasons. Some think they will get out of the park faster, but unless they watch from
Win a Night in the Cinderella Castle Suite!
Okay sure, you’re not Suri Cruise, who along with dad Tom and mom Katie, reportedly lived out every little girl’s dream and spent a night in Cinderella Castle, but that doesn’t mean you too can’t live like a Princess for one night. The Daily Disney is reporting that a contest sponsored
Space Shuttle Discovery Soars Over Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World
If you’re heading to Walt Disney World today, you’ll see some amazing things — but nothing like this. This morning, photographer Kent Phillips captured Space Shuttle Discovery as it soared over Cinderella Castle on its mission to the space station. After the shuttle’s climb to orbit, Kent also photographed Discovery’s
Disney’s Royal Fantasy Sweepstakes
Disney Family Movies is giving you the chance to win a royal getaway in their Royal Fantasy Sweepstakes. The grand-prize winner will receive a five-day trip for four to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The trip will include airfare, hotel, and ground transportation, a two-night stay in a two
