February 2020 – Disney Over 50

Circus Kirkus

Posted February 29, 2020February 29, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Outside of Walt Disney World, WDW Blog

I am going way outside of the Disney Bubble for this one, but I really want to share this with you. There is a brand new circus that might soon be coming your way. It’s called Circus Kirkus. As I write this, the gang is getting ready to head to Tallahassee for a March 6-15 […]

Ten Second Tip: #ExtraDayForMagic

Posted February 29, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Ten Second Tips

With today being Leap Day, Disney has been asking guests to snap selfies with Cast Members and then add them to their favorite social media accounts. If you want to follow along, just check #ExtraDayForMagic. The Cast Members are the ones who make Walt Disney World so magical, so my thanks to all of them […]

My New Favorite Dining Experience at Walt Disney World

Posted February 28, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Disney Resort Hotels, WDW Blog

Not all that long ago I was part of a hosted resort showcase. I covered it for Disney Dining. We spent three nights at Disney’s Riviera Resort, we toured many of the other resorts, and we ate way too much food. We wrapped the experience up with what is probably my new favorite dining experience […]

Ten Second Tip: Regular Vs. Villains After Hours – Magic Kingdom

Posted February 28, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Magic Kingdom, Ten Second Tips

Many people have a hard time deciding between the regular Disney After Hours and Disney Villains After Hours at the Magic Kingdom. If your main reason for going is riding as many rides as possible, save a few dollars and buy a ticket for regular Disney After Hours. If you want to see the stage […]

Navigating Through EPCOT

Posted February 27, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Epcot

Yesterday was the first time that I stopped by EPCOT in a couple of weeks. There have been some big changes in the front of the park in that time. The changes were expected, but it’s still a bit jarring when you first enter. I thought I’d give you a heads up, and a couple […]

Ten Second Tip: A New Disney Dining Plan Option

Posted February 27, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Ten Second Tips

For people who like the convenience of the Disney Dining Plan but think that the Deluxe Plan offers too much food, there is a new option. Disney Dining Plan Plus gives you two table or quick service meals (mix and match), and two snacks for each night of your trip. You will also receive a […]

Spaceship Earth Refurbishment Information

Posted February 26, 2020February 25, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Epcot

At the D23 Expo last August it was announced that Spaceship Earth will undergo a major refurbishment and reimagining, although it was rumored long before that. We now know when all of it will begin. According to Disney Parks Blog, “Walt Disney World Imagineering is excited to start implementing our new vision for Spaceship Earth […]

Ten Second Tip: Vacation Fun – Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Posted February 26, 2020February 25, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Disney's Hollywood Studios, Ten Second Tips

We’re just a week away from Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, but that is not the only thing that will debut on March 4 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. That is the day that we can also watch the short film Vacation Fun, and then enjoy some great picture opportunities. Vacation Fun promises to be perfect […]

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates

Posted February 25, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Magic Kingdom, WDW Blog

The dates for the 2020 edition of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party have finally been released! It will start early this year, the first party will be on August 13. The other dates are August 18, 21, 25, and 28, September 1, 4, 7, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, and 29, and October […]

Ten Second Tip: Mermaid School Returns

Posted February 25, 2020February 24, 2020 Paula BrownPosted in Disney Resort Hotels, Ten Second Tips

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a mermaid or merman, Walt Disney World wants to help. Mermaid School returns on March 1! Those four and older can don a tail and channel their inner Ariel or King Triton. Classes cost $55 plus tax per person, and will be held at several different Walt Disney World […]