When Walt Disney World reopened in July, 2020 there were plenty of things that remained closed. We had most of the rides, but there was little entertainment and some popular restaurants were not open. Several resorts remained closed as well. Slowly, some things have returned. We now have fireworks, more modified character dining, and hot dogs at Casey’s Corner. August ...
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Serendipity Dedication at Give Kids the World Village
Give Kids the World Village is an 89 acre complex that is located just miles from Walt Disney World. On the surface, it looks like a whimsical, themed resort. There is much more to GKTW than that. Since 1989, Give Kids the World has offered over 176,000 Wish families a chance to have the vacation of a lifetime. On July ...
Read More »2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Is Underway! Photos & Details Here
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival began on July 15, and this year it runs all the way to November 20. That’s 129 days of extra foods, beverages, entertainment, and more! On July 16 I was part of a media group that was invited to check out this year’s offerings. It was my second visit to the festival, I ...
Read More »EPCOT Forever on the Fourth of July
The 4th of July and fireworks go hand in hand. Before the closure due to COVID-19, Independence Day was a cause for celebration at Walt Disney World. Special fireworks replaced Happily Ever After at the Magic Kingdom, and IllumiNations had a special patriotic ending. There were no fireworks in 2020, the parks hadn’t even reopened yet. Fireworks returned to the ...
Read More »Happily Ever After Is Back! Our Experience On Opening Day
There is no better way to end a day at Walt Disney World than with fireworks. The shows never disappoint. Sadly, the skies have been dark since the middle of March, 2020. On July 1, 2021, that changed, with the return of Happily Ever After at the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Forever at EPCOT. My daughter and I were at ...
Read More »What Disney’s Hollywood Studios Looks Like With the Updated Guidelines
In the 11 months since Walt Disney World reopened we have seen a lot of changes. Some things are slowly starting to switch back. On June 9 my daughter and I had reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’ve both been to the other theme parks since the regulations have relaxed somewhat, but this was our first time in a few ...
Read More »Top 10 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World RIGHT NOW! Summer 2021 Edition
Summer is always a great time to visit Walt Disney World in Florida. The kids are out of school, and you have vacation days that you need to use before you lose them! If you’re looking for an incentive for why you should drop everything, pack a bag, and head to Walt Disney World right now, here are ten of ...
Read More »Why June 2021 Might Be the Best Month to Visit Walt Disney World
There is never a wrong month to go to Walt Disney World. Each month has its benefits, and there are drawbacks each month as well. That said, June 2021 just might be the best month to go to Walt Disney World. Here are a few reasons why. 1. Hurricane Season The bad news is that the Atlantic Hurricane Season ...
Read More »A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King Soft Opening
One thing that has been missing since Walt Disney World reopened is live shows. There are a few, but most of the pre-closure productions have not been possible if following safety measures. One of the best shows at Walt Disney World has always been “Festival of the Lion King”. Everyone was thrilled when it was announced that a modified version ...
Read More »Disney After Hours BOO BASH Is Coming to the Magic Kingdom
We have been waiting anxiously from information on what will happen at the Magic Kingdom this year for the Halloween Season. Fans have been divided on whether Disney would announce the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or if it would instead be Disney Villains After Hours. It turns out that Disney had something brand new in mind. For ...
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