I started trading pins at Walt Disney World, and then at Disneyland, a few years ago as an excuse to talk to Disney Cast Members and other guests. Because I’m not much of a shopper while visiting Disney theme parks, I also liked the idea of collecting small (thus portable)
Tag: Downtown Disney
Downtown Disney: Kids’ Birthday Parties at Goofy’s Candy Co.
Looking for a fun way to celebrate a child’s birthday at Walt Disney World Resort? Consider throwing a birthday party at Goofy’s Candy Co. at Downtown Disney, a fun and special way to celebrate someone’s special day. These 1.5 hour parties take place in a small room to the back
Oldies But Goodies – Debunking A Few Myths
Every time I discuss our next Walt Disney World vacation with family, friends, and co-workers (yup, I can’t not talk about the vacations) I get bombarded with reasons that a couple of old coots like us don’t belong there. You can relax though because for every reason they give me
Tangled package debuts at Disney World’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
This article comes to us from Kristin Ford at the Orlando Sentinel‘s Daily Disney. Earlier this month, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique location in the Magic Kingdom began offering a new princess package. Little girls can be transformed into Rapunzel, in honor of the movie’s release Wednesday, for a limited time.
Raglan Road Pub and Restaurant at Downtown Disney Offers Emerald Isle Charm, Fresh Irish Fare, Lively Entertainment
A true slice of Ireland has come to Walt Disney World Resort with the opening of Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. Owned and operated by an Irish company, Raglan Road features the very best of authentic Irish food, drink, heritage and live entertainment. The
Vibrant Waterfront District Among Plans for Downtown Disney
Work will soon begin on a completely re-imagined Pleasure Island and other one-of-a-kind experiences as Walt Disney World Resort continues to bring new stories to life at Downtown Disney. Combined, the projects are expected to create an estimated 1,200 new jobs over the next three years. “We have made great
Pollo Campero and Fresh A-Peel Open in Downtown Disney Marketplace
Visitors to Downtown Disney® Marketplace will experience the amazing flavors of Pollo Campero, an international Latin chicken quick service restaurant, and the first-of-its-kind Fresh A-Peel, featuring made-to-order fresh selections. At Pollo Campero, Walt Disney World® guests can savor combinations of freshly prepared Latin chicken, unique flavorful side dishes such as
Insider Information on Walt Disney World Dining
What’s the most romantic dinner spot at Walt Disney World Resort? Where can I find kosher foods? Is vegetarian on the menu? Some “insider tips” on Disney dining: Most romantic dinner spot: A table for two at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Wedgwood China, Christofle
Best Things I Love About Disney – How About Just Being There!!
We all have our favorite attractions, parks, resorts, restaurants, etc. at Walt Disney World but it’s all of these things put together that makes just being there one of the most magical things on earth for a Walt Disney World lover. It starts when we get to our home airport,
Disney World Quick Tips – Ten FREE Things To Do At Walt Disney World
Yes, there are quite a few things you can do while you are at Walt Disney World for free. Free is not generally a word associated with anything Disney but if you look, these things are there at no cost!! Here is a quick outline of ten things that run
Cupcake Store opens in Downtown Disney
This article comes to us from Sarah Tully at the OC Register. The Cupcake Store is back selling treats in Downtown Disney. But it has yet to settle into a permanent spot. The Mission Viejo-based business opened in a white kiosk near ESPN Zone on Oct. 16. But the store
Disney World Quick Tips – Please Don’t “Wing It”
Most of my friends and acquaintances know how I feel about everything Disney and when they decide they are going to visit Walt Disney World they always ask what I think. I’m always excited for them and I ask them about their plans for resorts, parks, meals etc. You would
Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney Nov. 12-14, 2010
Approximately 145 award-winning fine artists, 200 chalk artists and 40 folk artists will showcase their one-of-a-kind and limited-edition painting, photography, sculptures, jewelry and more at Festival of the Masters presented by Sharpie® Nov. 12-14, 2010, at Downtown Disney. One of the Southeast’s most highly regarded juried art festivals since 1975,
Signs of life at Disney World’s Pleasure Island
This article comes to us from Jason Garcia at the Orlando Sentinel. Two years after Walt Disney World turned out the lights at the nightclubs of Pleasure Island, there are signs of life for the near-forgotten entertainment district. Disney this week filed a pair of permits signaling the start of
