10 Magical Experiences for the Holidays at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World does nothing in a small way, but makes special things, especially holidays spectacular. Check out these 10 special offerings for the holidays. 1. The Jungle Cruise becomes “The Jingle Cruise” – This nostalgic ride dresses up in holiday decorations, the boats take on special holiday names, and

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13 Hauntingly Wonderful Elements of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Walt Disney World hosts two holiday themed special events each year, and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one not to be missed. It is a special, separately-ticketed event running select nights, September 1 – October 31, 2014. The party is held in the Magic Kingdom and begins at 7:00 pm, and doesn’t

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Planning for the Disney World Parades

“What time is the 3 o’clock parade?” Believe it or not, this is one of the most commonly asked questions at Walt Disney World. It’s become so much of a joke, that Disney has even made t-shirts featuring this question! Watching Disney parades is an experience you will not want to

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Hollywood Studios with Little Ones

Is Hollywood Studios any fun with Little Ones?  After all, some of the best rides have height requirements.  So is it worth the trip?  Here are a list of rides and attractions appropriate for the Preschool set and under. Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Adventure:  An outdoor play area designed

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Disney World Quick Tips – Christmas in the Magic Kingdom

This is the first of several articles I will be writing this month about Christmas in Disney.  I experienced the most Magical of times at Walt Disney World in December of 2010.  We stayed the week before, including Christmas Day.  The Christmas in July articles will feature some stories and

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Getting Your Haircut at Walt Disney World

Would you ever consider getting your haircut at Walt Disney World?  How about your child’s first haircut?  Something to think about for your next trip is Harmony Barber Shop in the Magic Kingdom.  Harmony Barber Shop is located on the left side of Main St. USA, near City Hall.  It’s off to the

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Magic Kingdom to Test Dream Come True Parade Fastpass

This news comes to us from Touring Plans. Beginning the week of October 23, 2011, Magic Kingdom will test offering FASTPASS tickets for a restricted-access viewing area for the afternoon Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade. The test will run for approximately one month. Due to the limited size of

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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade to Debut in Summer at Disneyland

Along with Star Tours 2.0 and Little Mermaid being pushed back to June, the new parade at Disneyland will also make its way to the park in the summer. This news, along with the date push-backs, were announced on Inside the Magic’s website. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade will feature many performers

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Disney’s California Adventure Letters Depart Tuesday

The letters adorning the outside of California Adventure will be removed starting Tuesday, meaning today (Monday) is the final day to get last-minute pictures with them. I’ll miss them, but I mentioned in an earlier post that Al Lutz had confirmed that the letters might be used in another part

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