Halloween is approaching and Tricks and Treats are everywhere you turn! Most adults I know aren’t so much into traditional “Tricks or Treats”, but I think they can all agree that when at Disney World, its important to “Treat” yourself to something awesome. Try some of these activities that are
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Disney World Refurbishment Schedule November 2011
Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Palm Golf Course closed through 10/23/11 for Children’s Miracle Network Classic and 11/3/11-11/13/11 for refurbishment. Magnolia Golf Course closed through 10/23/11 for Children’s Miracle
No More Toontown – What does that mean?
So now that Mickey’s Toontown Fair has been closed for a while, and the Fantasyland Expansion marches on, what does that mean? Last October I wrote a series on My Dreams of Disney about the “Lands of the Magic Kingdom.” In it, I included Mickey’s Toontown Fair as part of
Bluray Review – Winnie the Pooh
Coming to Disney DVD and BluRay on October 25th Come one, come all! There’s a very important thing to do! It’s time to enjoy the delightful characters from The Hundred Acre Wood once again as Disney proudly invites families and audiences of all ages to reunite with Winnie the Pooh,
Disney Food Confession – Vegetable Potato Strudel
Where to find it: Coral Reef Restaurant in Epcot What is it? A phyllo pastry with mashed potatoes, zucchini, mushrooms, squash, carrots, and red peppers. It is accompanied by a tomato compote with basil oil. Why you want it: This is a new addition to the menu at Coral Reef
Ex-Disney Star Shelby Cobra Receives DUI Sentencing
Last month, 18-year-old Shelby Cobra from past Disney girl group KSM was arrested for suspicion of a DUI. She registered a blood alcohol level of .15, which is almost twice the legal limit of .08. (But because she is a minor, her legal limit is .00.) Cobra was sentenced Thursday
Things You Might Not Know About the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is one of my favorite attractions – both at Disney California Adventure park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Especially this time of year, it seems extra spooky. Each time I “check in,” I discover some new cobweb-covered detail. That’s why I wanted to share these
Disney Channel Star Mitchel Musso Arrested for DUI
According to TMZ, Mitchel Musso, who starred as Oliver Oken on “Hannah Montana”, was arrested for drunk driving in Burbank, CA, yesterday. TMZ states that law enforcement pulled over Musso, who is only twenty-years-old, at nearly 4AM. He had failed to slow down for officers that were directing traffic for
Chip & Company Week in Review, October 17, 2011
While my friend Ken is off basking in the Magic that only Disney provides, I’m back with you again this week for the Chip & Company Week in Review. Here are the stories that caught our eye last week: Patrick reports to us that Disney has changed the dates for
DisneyNature’s African Cats Bluray Review
AN AWE-INSPIRING ADVENTURE PROFILING TWO INCREDIBLE FAMILIES AS THEY TRY TO SURVIVE IN THE WILDEST PLACE ON EARTH The latest release from DisneyNature, African Cats, debuted on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, Movie Download & On-Demand on October 4, 2011. This epic film takes viewers deep into the African savanna, chronicling
Disney Food Confession: Cannolo Al Cioccolato
Where To Find It: At the Italy Kiosk during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival What is it? The Cannolo Al Cioccolato is a really great tasting chocolate covered cannoli with sweet ricotta cheese, chocolate, and candied fruit. Truth be told, I didn’t taste the candied fruit very much,
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots – The Movie.
REAL STEEL (2011) Stars: Hugh Jackman, Dakota Goyo Director: Shawn Levy Studio: Touchstone Pictures Genre: Sci-Fi, Action Rating: PG-13 Grade: C+ It seems like the creators of the new sci-fi action flick, Real Steel, had a pretty simple idea – let’s make a live-action “Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots” movie,
Characters Coming to Lunch at Animal Kingdom’s Tusker House
Beginning December 4, 2011, the buffet lunch at Animal Kingdom’s Tusker House is becoming Disney’s Dining Safari Lunch with Donald, Daisy, Mickey, and Goofy. The menu seems to be similar to what is offered today- the real difference is the introduction of characters. As the mom of small children you
Money Saving Tips for Walt Disney World
So you want to go to the happiest place on Earth, but you don’t want to break the bank? The most frequent question people ask me is: “How much does it cost?” That question is more complex than it might seem. There are many factors in the cost of a
