Though her popularity waned a bit in the 1930s, Minnie Mouse has been around just as long as Mickey. In fact, they share the same birthday. While Walt Disney famously reminded us that “It was all started by a mouse”, we would argue that Mickey wouldn’t be who he is today if it weren’t for his better half. Here are ...
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Fun Facts About Walt Disney’s Mickey Mouse
Did you know that Mickey Mouse is estimated to stand just over two feet tall? Or that he’s the most frequent selection for write-in candidates on U.S. election ballots? Here are eight more fun facts you may not have known about the world’s most iconic mouse. 1. He Was Originally Going to Be Named Mortimer Alas, Walt’s wife Lillian is ...
Read More »Disney Films We Think Need a Sequel
The saying “be careful what you wish for” is often apt when it comes to sequels. While we’d all like to see more of our favorite characters or continuations of our favorite stories, a bad sequel can tarnish the original’s legacy. For that reason alone, we’ve chosen to stay far, far away from the classics with this list. Instead, these ...
Read More »Worst Disney Film Sequels We Wish We Could Forget About
Disney has been churning out feature-length films for more than 80 years now, and in that time they have been responsible for some of the most memorable and influential motion pictures in the history of the medium. And, like any studio, they’ve been known to go back to the well a time or two in an attempt to capitalize off ...
Read More »Top Table-Service Restaurants with Outdoor Seating at Walt Disney World
Even without the threat of a global pandemic, dining outdoors is an underrated delight. While the sweltering Florida summers can often force us to retreat into the comfort of air conditioned dining rooms, the rest of the year provides for mostly pleasant weather to enjoy a meal under the stars or while basking in the sun. The following WDW restaurants ...
Read More »Walt Disney World’s Guiltiest Pleasures Our Appetite Can’t Resist
Vacations are all about escaping the daily routine to indulge in new and exciting experiences. It’s a time to forget about chores, leave work behind, and let the professionals do the cooking for you. We can be forgiven, then, if we choose to loosen up our belts and dive into dishes we may not have the opportunity or inclination to ...
Read More »Best Disney Movies To Watch For Christmas
There’s no better way to celebrate the spirit of the season than by kicking back with a tall glass of eggnog and enjoying these family-friendly Disney offerings with your loved ones. They are truly the gifts that keep on giving. 1. The Santa Clause When Kris Kringle takes a header off Scott Calvin’s roof on Christmas Eve, it’s up to ...
Read More »Best Disney Movies To Watch for Halloween
With nearly 100 years worth of entertainment under its belt, the Disney universe has explored everything from fairy tales to the inner workings of human emotions and everything in between. It’s no surprise, then, that whenever a holiday rolls around there’s sure to be a Disney movie or two (or, in this case, ten) to help tide viewers over throughout ...
Read More »Top 3 Restaurants We Love at Walt Disney World’s Value Resorts
The upper echelon of Disney resorts, known as deluxe resorts, are designated as such because of their plentiful amenities, proximity to the parks, and award-winning restaurants. They provide one-of-a-kind experiences and are well worth the investment for the role they play in helping to create lifelong memories for you and your family. However, they are not the only game in ...
Read More »First Things We Do When Arriving at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT
It would be wonderful if personal preference were the only factor when choosing what to do and when to do it at a Walt Disney World park but, unfortunately, there’s more that goes into those decisions. Let’s face it, we’d all love to be able to waltz onto any ride whenever we’d like, but that’s hardly ever the case. Here ...
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