Saturday, November 4, 2023 by Christie Kratz
NOVEMBER 2023 Oh hey there November. Didn’t see you there. Ok yeah I was in a Halloween candy induced sugar coma and missed the first of the month post. Moving on. It’s November in Disney parks and that brings all of the official Holiday celebrations – including a brand new party in Disney World! Disney… Read more »
Sunday, October 1, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
OCTOBER 2023 Boo to you and you’re welcome! Halloween festivities are in full gear in both parks and a certain wayfinder is opening a new attraction in EPCOT. Also, it’s still Hurricane season in Florida, so definitely get the travel insurance. Disney World Epcot International Food & Wine Festival The Epcot International Food & Wine… Read more »
Saturday, September 9, 2023 by Christie Kratz
D23 Destination, Disney World, Disneyland
Destination D23 kicked off this morning “A Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow”. There were tons of updates and announcements about what’s coming to Disney Parks around the world over the next year and we’ve collected them all, right here! Starting with our own back yard… Disney World Magic Kingdom… Read more »
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World
Disney has just dropped a new dining promo for the fall and winter travel season! You can get up to $200 per night when you book a minimum 4-night stay during select dates through March 5, 2024. Quick Look: Get up to a $1,000 Disney Dining Promo Card when you purchase a non-discounted 5-night, 4-day vacation package that… Read more »
Friday, September 1, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland, Halloween
SEPTEMBER 2023 Winds in the east, mist coming in… like somethin’ is brewin’ and bout to begin. Things are bubbling and brewing in September as both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and the EPCOT International Food and Wine festival continue in Disney World! As for the wind well…September is the peak of Hurricane Season in Florida,… Read more »
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
AUGUST 2023 Things really start heating up in August as both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party AND the EPCOT International Food and Wine festival return to Disney World! And also because well… Florida + August = Devil’s armpit weather with the occasional hurricane. Seriously though, August is the start of Hurricane Season in Florida, so definitely… Read more »
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Dessert, Disney World, Fireworks, Halloween, Magic Kingdom
Reservations for Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party will be available on July 18, 2023! I repeat: Next week we’ll finally FINALLY be able to book tickets to the Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party. We’ve been waiting anxiously for this news since April when Disney first announced the 2023 dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and we… Read more »
Saturday, July 1, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
JULY 2023 Oh say can you see… all the summer fun happening in Disney Parks this month?! Disney World 4th of July Celebrations “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” – a nighttime patriotic fireworks spectacular returns this year to the Magic Kingdom for the holiday weekend. Shows will take place… Read more »
Thursday, June 15, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Do you hear what I hear? It’s the jingle jangle of holiday announcements from Disney! Disney has officially announced the 2023 dates for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. This After Hours event will take place on select nights from November 9 through December 22. Party Dates: November: 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21,… Read more »
by Christie Kratz
Holiday, Hollywood Studios
Disney has been teasing a big holiday announcement for days and now we know secret! Disney World will begin hosting a brand new separately ticketed holiday event in Hollywood Studios called Jollywood Nights. This After Hours event will take place on select nights from November 11 through December 20 from 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM.… Read more »
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disneyland, Halloween, Oogie Boogie Bash
Disney World goes into full Halloween mode in August, but Disneyland doesn’t launch their Fall festivities until September 1. Recently Disney announced the official dates for this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash and revelated that they’ve added more dates to this year’s event. The Oogie Boogie Bash will run on select nights from September 5th until… Read more »
Sunday, June 4, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Dining Plan, Disney Dining, Disney World
We know you’ve got tons of questions about the new dining plan and we’re here to answer them. Disney has released a lot of new details about the returning dining plan options including pricing, which restaurants are included and how it affects character meals. We’ve sifted through all of the info, and here’s everything that… Read more »
Friday, June 2, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
JUNE 2023 It’s June, and that means summer break is in full swing and it’s time for a new round of exciting events at Disney Parks! Disney World Disney After Hours at EPCOT Disney After Hours at EPCOT takes place select nights June 1 to August 24, 2023. This is a limited-capacity, separate ticket event… Read more »
Thursday, May 18, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Galaxy's Edge, Hollywood Studios
According to a statement from a Walt Disney World spokesperson, Disney will be closing the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is one of our most creative projects ever and has been praised by our guests and recognized for setting a new bar for innovation and immersive entertainment. This premium, boutique experience gave… Read more »
Tuesday, May 9, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Annual Passholder, Disney Dining, Disney World, Genie+
Disney announced a lot of big changes to the guest experience this week, so let’s take a moment to break down all the details. Dining Plans Return in 2024 For starters, they announced that Dining Plans are officially coming back with resort stays beginning Jan. 9, 2024. We don’t have all the info yet, but… Read more »
Monday, May 8, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Dining Plan, Disney World
Disney dropped A LOT of big news today but we’re going to focus on the most exciting – Dining Plans are coming back in 2024! Disney park die-hards, especially those with big families, have been desperately waiting for this announcement. Dining plans will be coming back as an option for guests staying at Disney Resort… Read more »
Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Spooky season in the Magic Kingdom kicks off on August 11 and, new this year, runs through November 1. Tickets go on sale to guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels April 27 and go on sale to the general public May 2. August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September: 1, 4, 8,… Read more »
Sunday, April 2, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
APRIL 2023 The 50th Anniversary Celebration in Disney World has come to an end but never fear, there’s still plenty happening in Disney Parks. Disney World Nighttime Entertainment Updates Starting April 3, “Happily Ever After” fireworks return to the Magic Kingdom, as well as the Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Parties. These are incredibly popular… Read more »
Saturday, February 4, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Disney World, Disneyland
FEBRUARY 2023 I’m a few days late with this post but I’m just going to blame the groundhog for it. February is definitely not the low-crowd sweet spot it used to be, but the Disney Parks are still in something of a post-holiday lull. Here’s a look at some of what’s happening in Disney Parks… Read more »
Thursday, January 26, 2023 by Christie Kratz
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Disney World, Disneyland, Enchanting Extras
An all new ‘Encanto’ Package is now available at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The Disney ‘Encanto’ Package” is available at both Fantasyland locations for $179.95 and includes: Makeovers at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique are very popular. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Setup an alert today and let us help you find… Read more »