Top 5 Character Dining Experiences at Walt Disney World

Character dining - Chef Mickeys

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One of the best things about planning your dining experiences when traveling to the Walt Disney World Resort is the wide array of dining options available. From traveling to different countries in Epcot’s World Showcase, sampling cool treats by the pool or grabbing a quick burger while touring the parks, Disney has something for every taste and budget. But nothing beats unique character dining for kids and those big kids at heart! Continue reading

Mexico Pavilion

Mexico Pyramid

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Bienvenido a Mexico

Epcot. One word conjures so many images. From Walt Disney’s concept of an Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow to the innovative, high paced Future World, to a World Showcase that exemplifies that it is indeed a small world after all. World showcase begins and ends in Showcase plaza, and you can set off on your world travels from any direction you wish. Today, we are heading left. First stop: Mexico. As you approach the Mexico Pavilion, you begin to get a sense that you aren’t in Walt Disney World anymore, Toto. The lagoon glitters to your right, and the breeze seems to carry with it the music of Mariachi Cobre mingled with the sweet scents of Limey margaritas. You can almost taste the Empanadas as you venture further, knowing that something amazing awaits you. Continue reading

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

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It’s that time of year again! In just a matter of weeks, Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party will kick off its annual event and Magic Kingdom Park will transform into a happy, haunted spooktacular. Continue reading

Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party

Fireworks Dessert Party

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There’s no better way to end a day at Magic Kingdom Park than the nighttime fireworks spectacular…unless there are desserts involved!   Magic Kingdom visitors can attend the wonderful Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party for an additional charge and receive the perfect viewing spots for the fireworks.

When booking the fireworks dessert party, guests have TWO options for viewing.  The first being Tomorrowland Terrace viewing which is set in the patio area of Tomorrowland Terrace and offers seating during the fireworks.  The second is the Garden plaza Viewing which is a reserved area in the hub and a direct shot of the castle for optimal viewing. However, no seats are offered with this option.  Continue reading

Favorite Snacks at Walt Disney World

So…the time has arrived. You did the research. You made the reservation. Now you are traveling.

Your trip to Walt Disney World is finally on the horizon. You can see it all in your mind’s eye. But can you also smell it as well? Yes, smell. Can you smell Walt Disney World coming toward you? Can you smell the popcorn of Main Street USA? Can you smell the hot pretzels of Germany? Can you smell the barbeque from Africa? Can you smell the sweet rolls from Sunset Boulevard? Yes, my friends. It is time to stop, smell, and taste your way to Florida. Let’s explore some favorite snacks at Walt Disney World! Continue reading