We used a Disney Park Hopper Plus pass for the week, which made everything convenient. It allows you to make a theme park reservation, and then you can park hop after 2 pm at any of the other Disney World parks. So if you can’t get a reservation for a park during your trip, no worries, you can go after 2 pm! We had a reservation for all the parks early in the mornings and then hopped over to other parks later in the day.

Purchasing Tickets and Passes at Walt Disney World

Reservations are easy to make on the My Disney Experience App (and from your computer if you’re signed in). After making reservations, they’ll be linked to your Disney magic bands. When making reservations for your family, you can also link the plans to theirs. If you don’t have a magic band, you can use your phone as one. The magic bands are the best things in the world! If you don’t want to bring a purse to the parks, you can swipe your watch for payment and passes!

No matter how often I visit The Animal Kingdom, I’m always running into new foods, attractions, and things I’ve missed out on. Check out my other Animal Kingdom blog posts so you don’t miss out on some of my other favorites. 

The Ultimate Day at The Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World | What to Eat | What to Do

We were at the park a few years ago when a massive rainstorm hit. Almost everyone left, and we ended up having no lines on some of my favorite rides! We sat on Expedition Everest ten times in a row without getting off. Honestly, I could ride that rollercoaster all day. I love going to Disney with people who love thrill as much as I do. If the rollercoaster is fast, goes upside down, backwards, drops low, or is pitch black, count me in! Hopefully, my son will think I’m the cool mom one day and get on all the rides with me! 

Plan your Disney World Trip!

After 2020, everyone is making their way to Disney World. As soon as you book your trip, start making those reservations. Give yourself atleast two months out to start planning. You can go last-minute, but you may not be able to experience everything you hoped to. Even if you’re unsure, you want to dine somewhere, book, and cancel later if necessary. You can also refresh your My Disney Experience App to see if reservations open up. We had a few spots open up last minute that we had wanted to dine at. And if you can’t make your Disney reservation, make sure to cancel in advance to give someone else the chance to take it.

The Tree of Life is the most well-known attraction at the Animal Kingdom. There are so many spots while walking Discovery Island Trails in the park where you can get a great view and a perfect picture. The Tree of Life represents the Circle of Life by honoring the animals. 

The Tree of Life

The Tree of Life is around 145 feet tall and has over 300 animals carved into the tree. And don’t forget to look for the hidden mouse in the branches!

What to wear to The Animal Kingdom 

You want to dress comfortably for the park! There is one water ride that has the potential to get you completely soaked, so bring a poncho or something you don’t mind getting wet. We spent most of the time outdoors, so we planned according to the weather. 

Here’s what I wore: Shoes| Leopard Leggings | White Oversized Crop Top | Mini Green Backpack | Sun Hat
 

The Best Food at The Animal Kingdom

Eight Spoon Café
Order the pulled pork jelly doughnut sandwich

Flame Tree Barbecue
Order baked macaroni & cheese with pulled pork with an island breeze with a glow cube.

Harambe Fruit Market
Go with the grilled corn on the cobb.

Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
Start your day with a cup of coffee and a pistachio honey croissant.

Pizzaffari
The perfect place in the park for a personal pan-sized pizza and a caesar salad.

Nomad Lounge & Cocktail Bar
Choose a vegetarian option like the Impossible Slider with Chipotle aioli and yucca fries. Wash it down with the Hightower Rocks!

Pongu Pongu Lounge
Order a pineapple-cream cheese spring roll with a fun boba drink!

Thirsty River Bar
Celebrate the Expedition Everest Ride with a Khumbu Icefall!

Tiffins Restaurant
You won’t regret anything you order at Tiffins! I fell in love with the salmon.

Trilo-Bites
Grab a quick bite to eat to hold you over for dinner. Highly recommend the buffalo chicken chips!

Tusker House
One of the tastiest buffets I’ve ever had! I have been dreaming of roasted carrots and their dessert bar since I left!

Yak & Yeti
Eggs rolls, honey sesame chicken, and fried rice. Order it all! 

I’ve been to The Animal Kingdom more times than my one hand can count, and I love trying out new spots to eat! It’s best to go with someone who likes to split meals and snacks throughout the day. That allows you to try more options! 

Buffalo Chicken Chips Trilo Bites

I’m not a huge Buffalo flavor fan, but I’ll still eat it. We tried the Buffalo chicken chips at Trilo-Bites DinoLand U.S.A. and they were so good! They’re a great snack with protein and carbs to kickstart the afternoon!

 

Rides at The Animal Kingdom

Avatar Flight of Passage 
This is one of my top five favorite rides in Walt Disney World. I’m a big Avatar fan, so this was right up my alley.

Kali River Rapids 
Prepare to get soaked!

Expedition Everest 
I will go on this rollercoaster over and over again! We got lucky one year when it rained, and almost everyone left the park. We were able to sit on the rollercoaster and ride it as many times as we’d like and not get off because no one was in line!

Na’vi River Journey
This is a relaxing ride and a great way to get out of the heat!

Kilimanjaro Safaris
I loved the Safari and learning about the animals.

Hat Mickey Mouse | Pink Mickey Mouse Hat
 
You will DEFINITELY want to save room for Yak & Yeti!

Yak & Yeti | The Animal Kingdom

We were looking forward to having Yak & Yeti all day! After working up an appetite, we ordered the pork egg rolls, honey sesame chicken with fresh vegetables and white rice, chicken fried rice, and a mini mango pie! 

IT WAS DELICIOUS! This meal is among my top favorites for Disney World.

Don’t ask how we did it, but we saved room for Mr. Kamals. How can you pass up chicken dumplings and seasoned ranch fries? Again, it’s best to go with a group of people who like to split everything so you can try all the delicious foods. 

Mr. Kamals | The Animal Kingdom 

What’s better than seasoned french fries on a hot day? Mr. Kamal’s fries were crispy, seasoned to perfection, and served hot! I hate when you get french fries, and they are cold and soggy. I’m not an experienced dumpling eater, but these were sooooooooo good. 

Disney Skyliner |Transportation at Disney Parks Disney World

Getting around the Disney parks is a breeze with the busses, the monorail, and the Skyliner! The Skyliner lines go so fast! If you see a line with many people, your wait time may be up to fifteen minutes. They’re constantly getting people on and off the Skyliner. 

Best Photo Spots in The Animal Kingdom

You better dress your best because The Animal Kingdom has the most magical backdrops for photos throughout the park! 

• The Tree of Life
• The Valley of Mo’ara at Pandora: World of Avatar
• The Village of Anandapur
• Harambe Market Wall
• You Are Most Beautiful Wall
• Kilimanjaro Safaris
• Maharajah Jungle Trek 
• The Moss Wall 
• The Broken Claws
• Dinoland USA Midway 
• The Floating Mountains of Pandora 
• Expedition Everest

And don’t forget to look for the hidden Mickeys throughout the park!

Harambe Fruit Market | Healthy Options Walt Disney World

And it’s tradition to order grilled corn on the cob at Harambe Fruit Market! If you are looking for healthy bites, they offer fresh pineapple, watermelon, grilled corn on the cob, pickles, and more! I have written several posts about healthy options at Disney World!

The best way to start Pandora is by stopping at Pongu Pongu for refreshing beverages and a Pongu Lumpia! 

Pongu Pongu | Pandora The World of Avatar

The most refreshing beverages at The Animal Kingdom! They are also the prettiest. 

Mo’ara Margarita
Sauza Conmemorativo Añejo tequila and Bols Blue Curaçao with lime juice topped with boba balls.

Rum Blossom
Bacardi Superior rum with layers of apple and desert pear limeade topped with boba balls.
 As if we hadn’t had enough food, we were spoiled with a private dinner in the park before closing.    Somehow I managed to fit in even more delicious bites of food!  
Giving the Cheeta Girls a run for their money!
We had an opportunity to explore Pandora after the park closed to watch the sunset over the floating mountains!
This is one of my favorite parts about visiting The Animal Kingdom! The backdrops are absolutely stunning, and you feel like you’re in a completely different world. 

Flight of Passage! 

It’s amazing how a ride can make you feel like you’re on top of the world!
 

I cannot wait to get back to Disney World soon. The best part is that I get to take my son next time! We will be a Disney family for sure!

Questions for you!

1. Have you been to the Animal Kingdom?
2. Which food do you want to try from my post?
3. Have you ever brought your kids to Disney World? How did that go!?

All travel expenses were covered by Disney! All opinions are my own! 

What to do at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

It’s time to continue the Walt Disney World content this morning! Getting up at 6 am to walk around Galaxy’s Edge before the park opened was one of the most incredible experiences ever! Star Wars fan or not, Galaxy’s Edge is so cool.

After exploring the empty walkways of Galaxy’s Edge, we had a group breakfast at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo.

Where to Eat Galaxy’s Edge Walt Disney World:

In-park dining requires a park reservation and valid admission for the same park on the same date for each person in your party ages 3 and up

Where to Shop Galaxy’s Edge Hollywood Studios, Disney World

Savi’s Workshop
Build your custom lightsaber at this secret workshop and continue the way of the Force.

Droid Depo
Build your droid at Black Spire Outpost’s industrial depot.

Disney Park Hopper Plus Pass

We used a Disney Park Hopper Plus pass for the week and made everything convenient. It allows you to make a theme park reservation, and then you can park hop after 2 pm at any of the other Disney World parks. So if you can’t get a reservation for a park during your trip, no worries, you can go after 2 pm! We had a reservation for all the parks early in the mornings and then hopped over to other parks later in the day.

Making Reservations with My Disney Experience App

Reservations are easy to make on the My Disney Experience App (and from your computer if you’re signed in). After making reservations, they’ll be linked to your Disney magic bands. When making reservations for your family, you can also link the plans to theirs. If you don’t have a magic band, you can use your phone as one. The magic bands are the best things in the world! If you don’t want to bring a purse to the parks, you can swipe your watch for payment and passes!

Transportation at Disney Parks Disney World

Disney Skyliner

After spending the morning and early afternoon at Hollywood Studios, we headed to the resort to spend the day at the pool and then headed back later when the crowds settled down and the temps got cooler!

Getting around the Disney parks is a breeze with the busses, the monorail, and the Skyliner! The Skyliner lines go so fast! If you see a line with many people, your wait time may be fifteen minutes. They’re constantly getting people on and off the Skyliner.

Galaxy’s Edge Walt Disney World Attractions:

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run:

Ride in the famous cockpit of the Millennium Falcon on a daring flight—and whether you’re a pilot, engineer or gunner, every role is crucial.

The engines rumble as the Millennium Falcon blasts off, pushing you and your crew back into your seats when you jump into hyperspace towards adventure. Along the way you’ll face danger at every turn.

Will your mission succeed or fail? It’s up to you—find out if you have what it takes to outmaneuver the odds aboard the Millennium Falcon.

Get ready to punch it!

Milk Stand at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Walt Disney World

You cannot visit Galaxy’s Edge without trying the Blue Milk and the Green Milk!

Disney Springs Travel Blog

There’s no better way to start your evening than by enrolling in Sangria University!
Who would have thought that Disney World was a place where you could get your Sangria Diploma!? Disney is not just for the kiddos. Make sure to sign up for the afternoon Sangria class before heading out on your Disney vacation. Professionals teach this class, and they share the recipes used to make the four varieties of sangrias served at Three Bridges Bar & Grill, where the course takes place. It’s a stunning view and perfect for a hot summer day with the breeze hitting you by the water.

What’s better than fresh guacamole and chips to go with your Sangria!? 

What you should know about Sangria University!

Sangria University Walt Disney World

The classes are on Saturdays and Sundays only.

Plan to be there for approximately 90-minutes.

You must be 21 years of age or older to participate

If you are younger than 21, you must be accompanied by an adult and will be allowed to join with non-alcoholic flights.

You will need to make your reservation in advance.

Sangria University is located at Three Bridges Bar and Grill, and you should check in 15-minutes before your course.

Indicate your allergies before booking!
I wish I could remember what I put into this Sangria, but I know it was TASTY! I used the fruity flavors like raspberry, peach, and a white wine base. These are so fun and pretty to make.


I’m sure I made my mom so proud when I sent her my sangria diploma
The best part is sitting around when you’re done enjoying the view, eating the appetizer, and sipping on your custom sangria! 
Next on the agenda, I had the opportunity to decorate cupcakes at Erin McKenna’s Bakery! You all know how much of a dream this was for me. I am obsessed with cake decorating and have loved decorating cupcakes since I was a little girl.

Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC at Disney Springs

When I got there, I was welcomed with my very own apron, “body made by Erin McKenna hat, and thrown straight into the decorating station!
  
Erin McKenna’s Bakery at Disney Springs is a blessing for those with allergies. There is no need to tell your kid they can’t have the cupcake because Erin McKenna’s bakery’s treats are vegan, kosher, gluten-free, and dairy-free. They taste incredible, and you’d never even know they were allergy-friendly. They have more than cupcakes, too! Make sure to check out their full menu!



I had way too much fun decorating these cupcakes! I was even lucky enough to box them up and take them back to the rest of the group for everyone to try.
 Thank you, Disney and Erin McKenna’s for making my cupcake dreams come true! 
It’s official, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is the absolute best restaurant I have ever been to. I’m tempted to hop on a flight to get dinner there and return. It is THAT good. We headed to our 6 pm reservation right after making delicious cupcakes.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at Disney Springs

Don’t think twice; get yourself on that reservation list asap!
We started with a Chardonnay and a Malbec. 
If there is one place to splurge, it’s here.

Starting your meal with grilled bruschetta on ciabatta bread topped with soft mozzarella, pesto, and marinated tomatoes is necessary. It’s a crime not to! There wasn’t a bite left of this starter. We also went with the Waterkist farm heirloom tomato salad as a starter. It had local burrata, basil pesto, and aged balsamic over the top. The poached fruit added to this salad was like a fresh dessert! They change up the ingredients to make them seasonal.

We did one of those things where we both ordered something and just split our entrees up. You can’t go wrong with spaghetti and meatballs, and let me tell you, Wolfgang Puck knows how to do spaghetti and meatballs! The freshly made pasta noodles were topped with tomato sauce, parmesan Reggiano, and the most flavorful meatballs! We also had the mouthwatering pan-seared Scottish salmon. It was served over a chard salad, vegetables, and herb cream sauce. I don’t know if I’ve ever eaten salmon that tasted so good in my entire life. This restaurant is rated 100 stars!

As if the restaurant couldn’t get any closer to heaven, we had the sweetest little service dog with the cutest butt sitting next to us.
  We didn’t request it, but I’m glad they surprised us anyways!

I was shocked when the waiter brought over a cinnamon roll & caramel spiked milkshake and two espresso martinis. We had a lady come to our table asking if she could take a photo of it. It was an eye-catcher for sure! He said we weren’t allowed to leave the restaurant without trying, and I get it. I 100% get it. These were some of the best drinks I’ve ever had and the cinnamon roll? INCREDIBLE!
We had one of the BEST experiences at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at Disney Springs. I cannot wait to go back. This will be the first thing I do on my itinerary. 
We spent the rest of the night listening to live music, walking around the shops with stuffed bellies, and enjoying the light shows. Disney Springs is one of the best parts about visiting Walt Disney World!

I hope you all enjoyed today’s Disney Travel Blog! I’ll be back with another one real soon

Thank you so much, Walt Disney World, for giving me the most incredible experience.

Questions for you!

1. Have you ever been to Disney Springs?
2. If you could choose any workplace (just for one day!), where would it be?
3. Do you ever split meals so that you can try more foods?

The resort is absolutely breathtaking, and the food was unforgettable.
We took the monorail from our hotel and arrived at the Grand Floridian for breakfast at 8 am. We had a fun day planned for Hollywood Studios and The Animal Kingdom right after! I love how easy the transportation is at Walt Disney World. It makes everything stress-free while park hopping or resort hopping.

Disney Park Hopper Plus Pass

We used a Disney Park Hopper Plus pass for the week and made everything so convenient. It allows you to make a theme park reservation, and then you can park hop after 2 pm at any of the other Disney World parks. So if you can’t get a reservation for a park during your trip, no worries, you can go after 2 pm! We had a reservation for all the parks early in the mornings and then hopped over to other parks later in the day.

Transportation at Disney Parks Disney World – Disney Skyliner

Getting around the Disney parks is a breeze with the busses, the monorail, and the Skyliner! The Skyliner lines go so fast! If you see a line with many people, your wait time may be up to fifteen minutes. They’re constantly getting people on and off the Skyliner.
 

Breakfast at the Grand Floridian Cafe

The food at the Grand Floridian Cafe was absolutely delicious and one of the best breakfasts spots! I am totally adding this to the top three. It’s up there with Tonga Toast at the Kona Cafe and the breakfast buffet at Boma.

Let’s talk about the coffee!

I don’t know if it was all the park-hopping and lack of sleep, but that coffee was amazing!
 
We didn’t hold back with our order.

First, they bring out biscuits and butter to go with your coffee while waiting for your food.

We ordered:

Avocado Toast

Bacon and eggs on the side! Every time we took a bit of something, we couldn’t stop raving about it!

We picked out a few things at the gift shop and then headed to Hollywood Studios for the afternoon! 
As if breakfast wasn’t enough! When you’re at Disney World, you do SO MUCH walking that it works up an appetite, and we always shared our meals to help save room for the next.

Totchos Woody’s Lunch Box

We tried the Totchos at Woody’s Lunch Box. I WAS SO EXCITED about these! I plan to make them this weekend for fun. The totchos are tater tots coated with beef and bean chili, shredded cheese, signature queso, tomatoes, corn chips, sour cream, and green onions! Highly recommend adding ketchup, too Make sure to order these as soon as they open; otherwise, the wait time to pick them up could be hours! I placed the order as soon as Woody’s Lunch Box opened up.

Blue Milk Star War’s Galaxy’s Edge

after riding the Rise of Resistance and the Smugglers Run. Even if you’re not a fan of Star Wars, it’s still so much fun! Oh, and the verdict on the blue milk? Not that bad, actually!

Cream Cheese Pretzel Rock n Roll Roller Coaster

I am a cream cheese pretzel first-timer, and wow, am I a BIG FAN! We tried the cream cheese pretzel while waiting in line at the Rock n Roll Rollercoaster. It was absolutely delicious, and I’m not even into cream cheese desserts. If you plan to ride Tower of Terror or the Rock n Roll Rollercoaster, grab one of these pretzels while waiting in line!

Carrot Cake Cookie Trolley Car Cafe 

We picked up some desserts on our way out of Hollywood Studios. I had about 50 messages telling me to try the famous carrot cake cookie at Trolley Car Cafe! It was so delicious that I even packed a few in my suitcase for my dad  We had the best morning and afternoon at Hollywood Studios! Coming up next is my Animal Kingdom blog!

Questions for you!

1. Have you had the Totchos at Hollywood Studios?
2. Have you ever packed a baked good in your suitcase to take home?
3. What is your favorite ride at Hollywood Studios?

Spending the day at Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Travel. 

2022 is the perfect time to pack your bags and head to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World! You deserve it. Back in May, I was invited down to Orlando to explore some of the most popular Walt Disney World Parks. This trip was one of the most incredible experiences, and I’ll be sharing more blogs on my trip to Disney throughout the rest of the summer! We ate so much food, went on many rides, and experienced many fun Disney World attractions!

Walt Disney World  – The Magic Kingdom

If you want to get on all the rides, I recommend getting there right when the park opens! We were able to sprint over to rides that had long lines like Splash Mountain and Space Mountain. Our wait time was about fifteen minutes, but the wait times were much higher later in the day. Plus, the weather is always better in the morning.

We used a Disney Park Hopper Plus pass for the week and made everything convenient. It allows you to make a theme park reservation, and then you can park hop after 2 pm at any of the other Disney World parks. So if you can’t get a reservation for a park during your trip, no worries, you can go after 2 pm! We had a reservation for all the parks early in the mornings and then hopped over to other parks later in the day.

Reservations are super easy to make on the My Disney Experience App (and from your computer if you’re signed in). After making reservations, they’ll be linked to your Disney magic bands. When making reservations for your family, you can also link the plans to theirs. If you don’t have a magic band, you can use your phone as one. The magic bands are the best things in the world! If you don’t want to bring a purse to the parks, you can swipe your watch for payment and passes!

Plan your Disney World Trip!

After 2020, everyone is making their way to Disney World. As soon as you book your trip, start making those reservations. Give yourself atleast two months out to start planning. You can go last-minute, but you may not be able to experience everything you hoped to. Even if you’re unsure, you want to dine somewhere, book, and cancel later if necessary. You can also refresh your My Disney Experience App to see if reservations open up. We had a few spots open up last minute that we had wanted to dine at. And if you can’t make your Disney reservation, make sure to cancel in advance to give someone else the chance to take it.

Breakfast at Tomorrowland Terrace Magic Kingdom

You can get breakfast before heading to the parks at any Walt Disney World Resort. It’s a tradition to get the Mickey waffles at least once while visiting. One of my favorite places to grab breakfast was at the Grand Floridian. Oh, and the Tonga Toast at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort!

We met our group at the Tomorrowland Terrace for breakfast at 8 am. It was like a dream come true to have coffee overlooking the Cinderella Castle. I love Disney so much because I never got to go when I was little. I’m just living out those childhood dreams right now.

Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service style restaurant with a delicious New England/American style menu. You can find foods like lobster rolls, fried shrimp, and chicken nuggets. It’s a large open area to sit down and cool off while enjoying the best view of the Cinderella Castle. It’s open from 11 am to 4 pm and makes for the perfect early lunch and dinner. 

Spring Rolls at Adventureland Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World 

The best plan you can have at Disney World is to share food. That way you can try a little bit of everything! I took a poll on Instagram to see which foods I should try, and the Pepperoni pizza spring rolls and cheeseburger spring rolls at Adventureland came up the most. I thought it sounded nuts, but it skyrocketed to the top three favorite foods at Magic Kingdom after the first bite! Actually, maybe even in the top three of all the parks combined.

Now, you can expect me to try and recreate this on the blog soon! They were incredible.

You’ll want to swim in the sauce if you’re a marinara sauce lover. It was the BEST flavor! I couldn’t choose which one I liked better because they were equally good. Play it safe and get them both!

The Spring Roll Cart at Adventureland is located right outside the entrance! 

Fresh Fruit Waffle Sandwich at Sleepy Hollow

The next food item we tried was another popular suggestion, the fresh fruit waffle sandwich at Sleepy Hollow! It’s the cute and quaint brick cottage by Cinderella Castle. The waffle is filled with fresh fruit and Nutella. It doesn’t get much better than that!

Sleepy Hollow is where you can find funnel cakes and Mickey-shaped waffles.

Can we start making waffle sandwiches a thing?

Character Cavalcades and Magic Kingdom Entertainment 

• Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

Main Street Confectionary

Citrus Swirl Sunshine Tree Terrace

If you’ve already had the Dolewhip, try something new!

Repeat after me, “I will not leave the Magic Kingdom without trying the Citrus Swirl at the Sunshine Tree Terrace.” I’m here to tell you that it’s even better than Dolewhip.  It’s frozen orange juice with vanilla soft serve. Next time, I may get that for breakfast.  

Cinderella’s Castle Magic Kingdom

One of the best parts about Disney World is that the flowers and decorations are forever changing! The flowers during this trip were breathtaking. I talked more about the flowers in my last Disney World Travel Blog at Epcot! When you squat down by the gated area of flowers, you can take a photo that makes it look like Cinderella’s Castle is far away in a flower field. It’s fun to get creative with photos at The Magic Kingdom!
 

Mickey Pretzel With Cheese at Liberty Square Market 

It’s tradition to get the Mickey Pretzel! Although, I may have tried THE BEST Mickey Pretzel you could ever have! It’s at Hollywood Studios near the Rock n Roll Rollercoaster. It’s a sweet cream cheese pretzel, and it’s worth every bite! We waited in a long line, but it went by fast with the help of the pretzel. Ok, this isn’t a Hollywood studios blog (that’s coming later!)

So if you’re not going to Hollywood Studios and you want a Mickey Pretzel, grab one at the Liberty Square Market! They have dill pickles, hot dogs, snack foods, beverages, and fresh fruit. The line was so short, so perfect if you’re super hungry and need a quick bite to eat.

 
 

Open Rides and Attractions at Magic Kingdom 

We rode Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Astro Orbiter, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Haunted Mansion, Magic Carpets of Aladdin, and the Carousel.

There are some rides at Magic Kingdom that you ride once, and that’s just enough (unless you’re under the age of 8.) So if I didn’t go on a certain ride or attraction, it might be because I did it years before, and that was good enough…if you know what I mean. Like, no one needs to go into the Tiki Room more than once  

Transportation at Disney Parks Disney World

Disney Skyliner

After spending the morning and early afternoon at Magic Kingdom, we headed to the resort to spend the day at the pool and then headed back to Magic Kingdom later in the evening when the crowds settled down, and the temps got cooler!

Getting around the Disney parks is a breeze with the busses, the monorail, and the Skyliner! The Skyliner lines go so fast! If you see a line with many people, your wait time may be up to fifteen minutes. They’re constantly getting people on and off the Skyliner. I had such a blast at Disney World! I cannot wait to go back in the Fall

Questions for you!

1. Which Disney blog should I share next? (Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs, or Hollywood Studios)
2. What is your favorite and your least favorite ride at Magic Kingdom?
3. Best Disney World food you’ve ever had?

Disclosure: Walt Disney World covered all my travel expenses, but all opinions are my own! Thank you for supporting Simply Taralynn! 

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A week ago, I was invited down to Walt Disney World to experience one of the happiest places on earth! #happyplace We spent the week eating our way through Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival, drinking Blue Milk with Storm Troopers at Galaxy’s Edge, eating Nutella waffles from Sleepy Hollow and getting soaked on Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom, drinking Boba Rum Blossoms with the monkeys at Animal Kingdom, frosting cupcakes and shopping at Disney Springs, and soaking up the sun at our Walt Disney resort! If I were to write about the entire trip in one post, you would be here all day, so I’m breaking it all up into each park and then writing a final itinerary with travel tips to top it all off! The Walt Disney travel guides are my favorite to write! I love being able to live it all over again.
Today, I’m sharing our experience at Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival! I was in pure bliss. What is better than flowers and food?

What to do at Epcot Summer 

Epcot is such an underrated park, in my opinion. I feel like it doesn’t get the hype as much as the other parks! It has some of the best foods, gorgeous landscapes and architecture, and one of my favorite rides at Walt Disney World – Sourin! If you’re a flower and food lover like myself, it’s important to dedicate at least one day to Walt Disney World’s Epcot! Getting to experience the International Flower & Garden Festival was such a blast.

When you’re visiting during the International Flower & Garden Festival, make sure to look out for all the topiary sculptures!

Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie – Showcase Plaza

We filled up the most delicious breakfast with some new food highlights from the Taste of Epcot Flower & Garden Festival!

EPCOT Sunshine Griddle (Future World East)

• Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Bacon

• Avocado Toast with Marinated Toybox Tomatoes and Fresh Goat Cheese on Toasted Ciabatta

• Froot Loops Shake (non-alcoholic)

• Joffrey’s Coffee Cold Brew Cocktail with Milk, Kahlúa Rum and Coffee Liqueur, and Vanilla Vodka

Can you guess what these floating plants are? Prepare to be shocked!

Sweet potatoes!

Our goal for the day was to visit all of the countries in Epcot! This is why it’s important to plan a full day here (even if you have to take a mid-day nap break back at the hotel for a few hours.) Epcot showcases Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, United States, Japan, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada! The architecture replicates popular spots from those countries, and you actually feel like you’re traveling to them.

The good thing about the food is that it comes in smaller portions, so you can experience more food in different countries instead of filling it up in one spot. We also split all of the food to help save room for the next cuisine.
I think Miss Piggy was one of my favorite topiary sculptures. When designing the details of these sculptures, they use plants and colors that are on-trend. There was a lot of rose gold throughout the parks.

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy – Between the United Kingdom and Canada Pavilions

She was surrounded by beautiful dahlias that made my heart melt. Miss Piggy deserves only the best.
The Outdoor Escapes presented by OFF!® Repellents was so cool, and it got pretty creative. I’ve seen people with bathtubs in their yards, but none that looked as gorgeous as this. If you’re more of a succulent lover, you would have swooned over the huge planters of them. I’ve never been a succulent lover (mostly because I hold a grudge against them since every succulent I’ve owned chose death), but even I fell in love with the displays. The Goodness Garden Butterfly House was like walking into a fairytale land. Imagine walking into a Disney movie with all of the butterflies swarming around you; well, this was almost just like that. 

The Goodness Garden Butterfly House is Presented by GoGo squeeZ® at Future World West. There were so many different kinds of butterflies, and my favorite was the blue and brown ones. Seeing the chrysalis hanging was such a breathtaking experience. If you’re lucky, you may even see one emerge! This whole garden was unreal. Please do not skip out on stopping in there! You’ll also be able to learn about the types of plants that attract butterflies so you can plant some in your own garden! Some of this gorgeous topiary was made from dried plants and handpainted. It’s absolutely unbelievable!

Simba and Friends (Rafiki, Simba, Mufasa and Sarabi) – Future World West

I wonder what my neighbors would think if I replicated this in my garden.You do not want to miss the awesome photo-op with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy!

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy – Between Future World & World Showcase

After our walking tour, we headed to Soarin!

Ride Soarin at Epcot 

Soarin is one of my FAVORITE attractions at Walt Disney World. You get to experience hang gliding (without actually hang gliding) around the world in just a few minutes. You feel the wind, experience the smells and the sounds of breathtaking wonders around the world. It’s for all ages, and I could ride that ride over and over again and never get sick of it. 

Here is what we ate at the Honey Bee-Stro!

Local Wildflower Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake with Orange Blossom Honey Whipped Cream, Whipped Honey, Crystalized Honey, Honeycomb, Dehydrated Honey, and Fennel Pollen Meringue Kisses.

This is one of our top picks for the day! Every bite was pure heaven. My only regret was not getting two!

The Citrus Blossom was our next stop! 

We had the

Meyer Lemon-poached Lobster Salad with Grapefruit-Rosé Vinaigrette, Yuzu-marinated Hearts of Palm, and Avocado-Yuzu Panna Cotta (gluten/wheat friendly)

and the

Orange Sunshine Wine Slushy (amazing!)

Sneakers // Dress // Hat // Bag Listen up…YOU HAVE TO GET THE LARGE CHOCOLATE MACARON LOLLIPOP IN FRANCE! I put that in caps + bold just in case you didn’t know how serious I am about this treat. This was hands down the best bite I had all day. It tasted as if there was a half-cooked brownie inside of it. OMG, I need to go back and get this asap!

Fleur de Lys (France) & Everything we ate from here! 

Macaron au Chocolate en Sucette: Large Chocolate Macaron Lollipop.

Beignet Caramélisé, Fourré Crème Vanille, Glacé au Caramel Fleur de Sel: Caramelized Beignet filled with Vanilla Cream and Glazed with Caramel Fleur de Sel

La Vie en Rose Frozen Slushy: Vodka, Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka, St. Germain Liqueur, White and Red Cranberry Juice.

I highly recommend getting everything above! It was absolutely out of this world, and your tastebuds will thank you! And look how gorgeous the Rose Frozen Slushy.Just in case you needed to see the insides of this delicious Macaron! Something to look forward to this October at Epcot!

English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings of London® – Unearth the history and art of tea blending at this elegant English Tea Garden at the United Kingdom Pavilion, featuring plants used in some of Twinings’ finest tea blends.

I had so many people asking me! Are their plant-based food items at Epcot?
The answer is YES!!

Trowel & Trellis Hosted by Impossible Foods 

Plant-Based Food Items:

Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based).

Impossible Sausage and Kale Soup

Boneless Impossible Korean Short Rib with Cilantro-Lime Rice, Danmuji Slaw, and Kimchee Mayonnaise

Lavender Pot de Crème with Blueberry Cake, Pink Peppercorn, and Lime Whipped Cream This is one of the most beautiful topiaries!

Beauty and the Beast – France Pavilion

Again with the gorgeous pink dahlias!  Just me hanging out in Italy! I was obsessed with the geraniums on this beautiful staircase. 
It got so hot later in the day, so we found a shaded spot under an umbrella in Italy to hang out in. We didn’t dine alone though, we had traditional Sicilian cannoli and refreshing drinks to keep us company (for a short while if you know what I mean.) The frozen Italian Margarita with Limoncello and tequila is one of my favorite drinks from the day!

Primavera Kitchen (Italy)

Italian Margarita with Limoncello and Tequila.

Traditional Sicilian Cannoli: Crisp Pastry filled with Sweet Ricotta, Chocolate, and Candied Orange.

Pinot Grigio.
We fit one last outdoor kitchen before heading back for some pool time at the resort (i will be writing all about the resort/travel tips in a separate blog post.)

Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth (Future World West)

The Flavor Full Kitchen had healthier options with a farm-to-table feel. There’s a gorgeous grass area with flowers and lawn chairs to enjoy your food at.

Here is what we ate at the Flavor Full Kitchen! 

Grilled Baby Vegetables with Hummus Cream and Red Pepper Coulis (gluten/wheat friendly; plant-based; Garden Graze).

Seared Verlasso Salmon with Farro Risotto and Micro Herbs.

Cookie Butter Worms and Dirt (non-alcoholic)

Everything tasted so fresh and FLAVOR FULL (see what I did there.) Around 1:30 pm, we took the Skyliner from Epcot back to our Walt Disney World Resort!

You can still catch the bus or the monorail depending on where you’re headed, but experiencing the Skyliner for the first time was so FUN! It was convenient and super quick; even at the end of the night, when the line looked long, it only lasted about twenty minutes before we got a seat on the Skyliner. It has gorgeous views going over the parks and resorts.

We got our swimsuits on and took a good two-hour nap by the pool before heading back to Epcot for more food and fun around the world.  When we got back, the first thing we did was cheers with two pinot grigios from La Bottega Italiana in Italy! I’m not sure if you noticed, but I put my stretchy pants on to fit more food in. I also love the food in Canada! I knew it wouldn’t disappoint.

Northern Bloom (Canada)

Here’s what we got!

Seared Scallops with French Green Beans, Butter Potatoes, Brown Butter Vinaigrette, and Apple-wood-smoked Bacon (gluten/wheat friendly).

Beef Tenderloin Tips, Mushroom Bordelaise Sauce, and Whipped Potatoes with Garden Vegetables.

Griddled Maple Pound Cake with Warm Peach Compote and Sweet Corn Gelato.

The maple pound cake was top-notch, and I loved how unique the sweet corn gelato was. Everything was totally worth it in Canada!While taking a walk with the horticulturist, we learned that they try to plant produce that matches the outdoor kitchen’s cuisine. I love the amount of detail that goes into everything at Epcot. We grabbed some festival favorites from the World Showplace! Festival Favorites (World Showplace)

Fried Green Tomatoes with Blue Crab-Fennel Salad, Remoulade, and Smoked Paprika Oil.

Key Lime Tart with Toasted Meringue.

House-made Potato and Cheddar Biscuit with Salmon Tartare.

Strawberry Pound Cake with Whipped Topping

The two desserts were my favorite of the four! You absolutely have to get the delicious food from Lotus House! It will not disappoint, and because it’s such a popular choice, everything is hot out of the kitchen!

Lotus House (China)

Bon Bon Chicken Skewer with Sesame and Peanut Sauce.

House-made Crab and Cheese Wontons.

Pork & Veggie Egg Roll

All three dishes were equally mouthwatering.  Soooo many of you recommended the Frushi from Japan! It was definitely something to experience, and although it wasn’t my favorite, so many people rave about it, so definitely try it out for yourself!

Hanami (Japan)

What we ate in Japan

Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple, and Cantaloupe wrapped in Sweet Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Berry Sauce, and Toasted Coconut.

Blood Orange Sour with Fresh Mint

La Isla Fresca (Between Morocco and France)

Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer with Steamed Rice and Coconut-Lime Sauce (gluten/wheat friendly).

We took a break from stuffing our faces to ride Frozen Ever After! The line was longer during the day but cut in half for a wait time during the evening.

This was such a cute ride, especially for Frozen fans. The wintery snow effect towards the ending was so neat! More beautiful topiaries:

Troll – Norway Pavilion

Snow White and Dopey – Germany Pavilion

Topiary Butterflies – Future World WestWe took the Skyliner back to the resort and headed straight to bed with the happiest bellies. I can’t wait to share our time at the Magic Kingdom in the next Walt Disney World blog!

I hope you all love these Disney blogs as much as I do!

Questions for you!

1. Any questions about Walt Disney World travels in?
2. Have you ever been to Epcot?
3. Which food item from my blog post do you want to try?

A HUGE thank you to Walt Disney World for hosting me!!

Welcome to another Disney blog! If you haven’t noticed, I love visiting Disney. And lucky for me, I have a friend that loves it just as much. Caitlin is also great at putting together itineraries, so I thought I’d share our 7-day itinerary along with some tips to help you plan your next trip to Disney World. If you haven’t checked out our previous Disney posts, make sure you do so. We tried to do many different things to make this blog different from the last ones.
When it comes to planning out your Disney trip, doing things in advance is the key. The whole “last-minute planning” thing won’t fly when putting together the ultimate Disney itinerary. Our trip was planned and paid for five months in advance. This will give you time to snag the fast passes, and reasonable rates on flights, hotels, and reservations at almost any restaurant. You’ll want all the stress of planning and trying to book reservations to be taken care of before heading on your trip. We always use My Disney Experience on the app to organize fast passes and reservations.

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Thursday

 Flight: CLT-MCO (6:30 am – 8:23 am (because we booked our flights so early, they were only $100 roundtrip. We decided to pay extra to check in a bag, but if you’re going for a short period of time, I would just bring a carryon.)

MAGICAL EXPRESS DISNEY WORLD

 Magical Express to Caribbean Beach Resort (30-45minutes) If you’re staying in a Disney Resort, use the Magical Express to get to your resort. It’s a free shuttle, but you’ll still have to make a reservation.
11:30 AM – Check into Caribbean Beach Resort (this is an excellent resort if you want to spend some downtime by the pool)

CARIBBEAN BEACH RESORT WALT DISNEY WORLD

-When you’re checking into the hotel, make sure you pick up your magic band and connect your card to it if you haven’t already done so. The magic bands are the best thing ever because you can use them to pay for everything at Disney. I didn’t carry my credit card with me at all. The bands will have your fast passes and park passes attached to them. The magic bands are the things you see us scanning in the vlogs. 

 Leave bags with guest relations, grab a snack, and head to ESPN to pick up race packets.

-Transportation at Disney is never stressful. You’ll be able to hop on a shuttle from your resort to any of the parks. If you don’t have time to wait on a shuttle, you can snag an Uber or Lyft anytime. Google maps will help you select the fastest busses around the parks. So if we wanted to take a shuttle to the breakfast spots. Google would have told us which “park” bus to take and from the park, and we would take the resort’s bus to the resort. This would have taken close to an hour, but it would have saved us $10. 

**if you’re there for a race**
-We headed straight to the ESPN Wide World of Sports to pick up Caitlin’s race packets and walk around the expo. It’s good to get this done before it gets too busy and it’s the perfect way to pass a little time while you’re waiting for your room to be ready.
 3:30 PM – Head to the hotel room, change into cooler clothes and grab a quick bite to eat at the resort.

Caribbean Resort Walt Disney World

The Caribbean resort had an outdoor bar by the pool. We ate here multiple times because the food was good and it was convenient. Before heading to the Magic Kingdom for the evening, we had their kale salad with Mahi and grilled jerk wings. The frozen drink is their pink guava.
 4:00 PM Head to the Magic Kingdom on the bus.

 Try the Dolewhip at Aloha Isle!

DOLEWHIP AT DISNEYWORLD

I had so many people telling me that I needed to try the Dolewhip because it was dairy free. That was one of the first things I wanted to do at the Magic Kingdom. Verdict? AMAZING! I am a huge pineapple lover, so this treat was perfect for me. It was creamy and had a little sour zap to it. Thank you to all who suggested trying it out because I’m now a Dolewhip fan!

 Tackle the fast passes

 Space Mountain 4:10-5:10
No matter how often we ride this ride, it never gets old! Space Mountain takes you through this dark path with lights that make you feel like you’re time traveling through space.

FAST PASSES AT DISNEY WORLD

 Haunted Mansion 5:25-6:25
This is a pretty cool ride! The detail and work they put into it are impressive. If you don’t like fast/spinny/or rollercoaster-type rides, this one is ideal for you. It’s also nice and cool, so it’s a great way to escape the sun.

 7 Dwarfs Mine Train 6:25-7:25
We missed this fast pass, so it’s on the list for next time.

I had the Dolewhip as my treat, but Caitlin had her mind set on the churro all afternoon. This is a great Disney staple as well!

 Watch the Happily Ever After firework show (disclosure: you will ball like a baby)

 Take the bus back to the resort for a quick dinner.
We wanted something quick, so we had dinner at the Banana Cabana again. We tried to get a good night’s sleep because we had a long day planned for Friday!

Our resort played movies outside and even had a bonfire with a marshmallow station, but we were way too tired to stay awake for it. They were watching Up when we walked by.

10:30 pm-BED

Friday:

8:00 AM – Breakfast at Boma (Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort)

BREAKFAST AT BOMA ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE RESORT

-We decided to take a Lyft to breakfast because it was at the resort, a mile from the Animal Kingdom (where the bus would have dropped us off at.)
Breakfast at Boma was incredible! The coffee was to die for, and who doesn’t love a giant buffet? The buffet was filled with everything you could ever want. Whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free, paleo, or just love breakfast carbs, they have exactly what you’re looking for. Trying the Jungle Juice is a must! That orange juice is a mixture of orange juice, mango juice, and passion fruit juice. The plantains were my favorite part of the breakfast. I put a little peanut butter on them, and now I want to make plantain peanut butter truffles for an upcoming blog.

Breakfast at BOMA

Planning a breakfast at Boma is a must if you’re spending a day at the Animal Kingdom!

 9:30 am: take the bus to The Animal Kingdom

 Fast Pass for Kilimanjaro Safaris at 9:15-10:15 am
-I’m not one to visit zoos, I’ll never ever go to a circus, I hate the companies that attach horses to carriages and make them pull around lazy people, and I hate seeing animals in distress. Before going to the Animal Kingdom, I did a lot of research on how they treat their animals, and I was surprised. I did my research and read many articles that convinced me that these animals are treated incredibly. You won’t see bars or chains at the Animal Kingdom, and you could fit the entire Magic Kingdom park inside their Savannah.

KILIMANJARO SAFARIS ANIMAL KINGDOM

Here are some of the articles I read:

Is the Animal Kingdom Ethical or Unethical?

20 Things you may not know about Disney’s Animal Kingdom 

Do You Know What’s Really Going On At Kilimanjaro Safaris?

& I read about ten Reddit forums from the vegan community, which surprised me.

I think it’s up to you to do your research and make a decision on how you feel about the animals. I felt good about their living environments, but I’m always open to learning more or hearing your thoughts.

 Na’vi River Journey 11:45-12:45

-Next, we road the Na’vi River Journey in Pandora! If you’re an Avatar fan (which I am), you’re going to love this! We were burning up, so we decided to treat ourselves to some refreshing drinks from Satu’li Canteen. It’s a quick service in Pandora. I had a delicious Dreamwalker Sangria, and Caitlin had their Hawkes’ Grog Ale.

WHAT TO DRINK AT THE ANIMAL KINGDOM

 Expedition Everest 10:45- 11:45am

Before heading to Expedition Everest (MY FAVORITE RIDE), I stopped at the Harambe Fruit Market for fresh watermelon. It was the best watermelon I’ve ever had! This is where I got the roasted corn and pineapple slices during our last trip.

If you like rollercoasters that are fast, scary, big drops, go backward, and bring the thrill, you’ll LOVE this one. We got so lucky because it was raining on our last night there, and no one was in line. We rode it four times in a row!

 2:00 pm – Grab lunch and head to the pool for the afternoon.

POOL DAY DISNEY WORLD

We returned to our resort to take advantage of the weather and the pool for the afternoon. Caitlin had her first race in the morning, so we didn’t want to walk around too much. I picked up a kale salad from our quick service at the resort and brought it down to the pool with us. Our resort had private pools in each “country,” so we relaxed at the one in Jamaica. It was quiet compared to the main pool, and I fell asleep for an hour. 
 5:30 take the bus to Epcot to walk around the Festival of the Arts.

EPCOT FESTIVAL OF ARTS

 7:00 PM Dinner at La Cellier Steakhouse 

**I want to say this about Disney restaurants. They have a separate menu for any food allergies and take it very seriously. If you can’t have gluten or dairy or vegan, let your server know. They’ll bring you out a separate menu, and the chef will work with you to make sure it’s 100% dairy or gluten-free. You’ll never feel like you’re an inconvenience while dining. I hate going out to dinner simply because of this. If I eat gluten, my stomach expands, and it feels like my insides are being ripped apart. Dairy causes me to break out and also causes bloating. Since cutting it out of my diet, I have felt so much better, and it helps with my endometriosis pain. Being able to dine out and not have to worry about feeling the pain on vacation was very comforting.

For dinner, they brought out gluten & dairy-free rolls with vegan butter. They were soooo good. We decided to split the filet and ordered whiskey maple Brussels sprouts that were to die for!

 8:00 PM World Showcase Light Show -The firework show at Epcot was pretty cool!

 9:15 PM Bed.
Saturday:

 3:15 AM: Caitlin catches the bus for her Disney Princess 10k
 6:13 AM: Spectator bus to Epcot to Meet Caitlin at the finish line.

 8:30 AM – Breakfast – Miracle Maker’s Breakfast with Children’s Miracle Network.

Caitlin runs for the Children’s Miracle Network, so we had breakfast with them after her race in Epcot. All of the Disney princesses are there to take photos, and it’s nice to hear the real-life stories of the families that Miracle Makers have helped. 
 11:00 AM – Pool day starts!

We grabbed a Margarita and a pink guava drink to take with us to the pool for an afternoon of relaxation! If you’re going to spend a lot of time walking the parks, or running the races in Caitlin’s case, you’ll want to schedule some pool time. You could also rent bikes or play volleyball at the resort if you wanted.


 2 PM Lunch at Banana Cabana – These kale salads were our favorites!

After lunch, we headed back to the room, took our showers, napped, and then got ready for the evening. 
 5:25 PM – Take the bus to Disney Springs for Dinner

 6:00 PM – Dinner reservation at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin Kitchen

We had the best seats in the house! We sat outside in the gorgeous weather right night to the amazing musicians playing. They were covering some of our favorite songs and putting twists on classic Disney songs.

DISNEY SPRINGS

The food was incredible! They also had their own gluten/dairy-free menu! I had their grilled grouper served over collard greens and kale with a side of roasted butternut squash. I loved how fresh and light the food was!

Oh, and let’s not forget the drinks! I had a Royal Sangria: red wine, fresh seasonal fruit, lime juice, and blackberry brandy. Whenever I’m ordering a mixed drink, I’ll always have them leave out the agave or any syrups because I don’t like things too sweet. Caitlin had the figs and berries drink which had fresh muddled strawberries with 1800 silver tequila, fig jam, agave, and lime juice. YUM! 

Sunday:

 3:15 AM Caitlin heads to the half marathon start.

 7:30 AM Spectator bus to meet Caitlin at the finish. 
 10:00 AM Grab breakfast at the resort and get ready for Hollywood Studios

 11:30 Take the bus to Hollywood Studios
 12:30 PM Margaritas & Beer and head to the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular Show (this show was awesome!) -if you get there early, you can get selected to be an “extra” in the scenes.

HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

 Fast passes start: Slinky dog dash 2:15-3:15 pm.

 2:30 PM- Lunch at Fairfax Fare! (they have a gluten/dairy/vegan-friendly menu) -I had their chicken fajita bowl with guacamole! It was like chipotle and delicious!

GLUTEN-FREE LUNCH AT HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

 3:05 PM- Ice Coffees at Starbucks

 3:55 PM- Rock N Roll Roller Coaster – I can confirm that it goes upside down, it’s fast and SO FUN!!! 

 4:45 PM- Tower of Terror – I was most excited about this one. Because Caitlin made me swim in the ocean (one of my fears) in Hawaii, she wasn’t allowed to back out of this one! If you love the feeling of free falling, this is your ride!

 6:15 PM- dinner reservations at The Hollywood Brown Derby Dinner

I had their salmon and sweet potatoes! The gluten-free dinner rolls were to die for! They reminded me of the ones we had at Shula’s during our last trip.
 8:30 PM – Fantasmic! Firework Show. Our waiter gave us free VIP tickets to the show, which was cool! We had great seats that were center stage. I think this show is definitely worth seeing and is second to the Magic Kingdom’s firework show.
 9:15 PM – take the bus home and go straight to bed! 
Monday:

 8:15 AM- Breakfast – Olivia’s Café

-When we had breakfasts planned at other resorts, we took the Lyfts there.
The coffee at Olivia’s was to die for. I had three cups, which was acceptable since I needed all the caffeine to keep me afloat.

I had oats, fruit, and eggs for breakfast. 
11:30 Off to the Animal Kingdom!

This was a fun day because we met up with some of Caitlin’s family!

LUNCH ANIMAL KINGDOM 

We grabbed drinks at the Nomad Lounge, and Caitlin grabbed a bite to eat. She had their Impossible Sliders (vegan options at Disney!) and Yucca fries on the side.

Are you wondering what the pretty looking drinks are? Well, they are Hightower Rocks! They were so delicious. We’re going to recreate this drink on our summer trip to Tahoe. They had Casa Dragones Blancos tequila, watermelon, sweet-and-sour, and lime juice!
 1:00 PM – We had another fast pass for Expedition Everest.

 2:00 PM – Starbucks tea and a Khumbu Icefall from Thirsty River. The Khumbu Icefall is a frosty mixed drink made with smooth raspberry puree mixed with Cruzan Guava Rum and blended with coconut.

 3:45 PM – head to Epcot & explore more of the art festival.

 4:00 PM – Iced Coffee at Starbucks

EPCOT FOOD FESTIVAL 

 5:00 PM- Fast pass for Soarin.  – YOU MUST have this on your Epcot itinerary! It was unbelievable!!!!!!

 6:00 PM Fast pass for Spaceship Earth

-We took a lap around Epcot before heading to the Magic Kingdom for the firework show. We grabbed Sushi in Japan, Caitlin grabbed some scallops in New England, and coconut shrimp and spinach noodles in Morocco!
 7:00 PM – took the monorail to the Magic Kingdom for the firework show. We stopped into the bakery for bottled waters, a pack of nuts, and Caitlin grabbed a cake pop.

 9:00 PM – Take the bus back to the resort, pick up dinner at the quick service, and head back to the room for bed! 

Tuesday:

 9:00 AM – Head to the Magic Kingdom for breakfast.

BREAKFAST AT BE OUR GUEST MAGIC KINGDOM

 Breakfast at Be Our Guest in Belle’s Castle – to be honest, I wasn’t too impressed with this place. I wouldn’t say “it’s a must”, but it’s not a “bust” either.
If you plan on going here, you must have a reservation. Even though we had one, we had to wait in multiple lines. It was kind of like a cafeteria. You order your food at a kiosk and then find a seat wherever possible.

Now, please don’t feel like just because my experience here wasn’t that great that yours won’t be. There are places people have told us not to go or do, and we ended up loving them. So if this is on your list, try it out! I will say that the food was really good. And if you’ve been here and loved it, let me know in the comments!

I ordered the egg whites with chicken sausage and fresh fruit. They brought out these tasty gluten-free, vegan cakes for us that I wanted to somehow find the recipe for!

We did a “You Control Our Day at Disney” video that’ll be live soon! Most of the things we did on this day were chosen by Instagram followers! We didn’t have too much of a planned day because we weren’t sure what you guys would choose for us!
 11:15 AM – Space Mountain 

 12:45 PM – Splash Mountain  – I was hoping you guys wouldn’t vote for this one because I got soaked! I had a change of clothes in my backpack, thank goodness. The poncho didn’t help at all.

 1:00 PM – Lunch at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe! I had their gluten/dairy-free chicken taco bowl!

 2:00 PM – You guys voted for us to get Dolewhip, and I wasn’t mad!
3:00 PM – Take the bus to the Animal Kingdom

 3:30 PM- Festival of the Lion King

 4:45 PM – Drinks at Pongu Pongu Lounge at Pandora – I tried the Rum Blossom (your vote), and it was out of this world. I could only have a few sips because that much sugar would have put me in the hospital, but dang, it was good!

 5:00 PM Flight of Passage – this is one of the most amazing experiences you’ll ever have! It reminded me of Soarin, but cooler! I can’t believe how real it felt. I want to go back just to do this over and over and over again!

 6:30 PM: Expedition Everest – we rode it about six times that day because no one was in line. Thank you, rain

 7:00 PM Rivers of Light Firework Show
 7:40 PM- Dinner at Tusker House – you’ll get to have dinner with the characters, and it was a giant buffet. The food was overwhelmingly delicious! This was such a fun night because Caitlin’s family joined us. We were all soaking wet and stuffing our bellies with the most delicious food!

-If you’re looking for more of a sit-down restaurant that isn’t a buffet or with characters, I highly recommend Tiffans! We ate their last time, and the food blew us away.

 8:45 PM – Bus back to the resort. 
Wednesday

 8:00 AM – Breakfast at the resort

 10:30 AM – Pack bags & check out of the resort

 11:00 AM – Leave bags with guest services and head to Disney Springs for lunch and hanging out.
 12:00 PM – Lunch at The Polite Pig! – We both ordered the southern garden salad with smoked salmon. The salad had baby kale, radishes, blue cheese, pecan granola, and avocado-chipotle dressing on the side. It comes with the bacon-sorghum vinaigrette, but I recommend their avocado-chipotle dressing instead. We also ordered a side of whiskey maple brussels sprouts, and seasoned waffle fries. The food was fantastic. You don’t need a reservation at all. You can order your food and the counter and sit wherever you want.

 1:30 PM – I walked around all the shops & I picked up some chocolates for my family.

 2: 00 PM – Headed to Splitsville to bowl! This was so fun.

 3:45 PM- Stopped into Enzo’s Hideaway for some cocktails. This spot was on Caitlin’s list, so I’m glad we had the chance to knock it out. The food looked good, so we may hit it up next time we’re at Disney. I don’t ever order cocktails, so I thought I’d give one a shot (no pun intended.) I had the Limoncello Gimlet, gin, Caravella limoncello, and roasted thyme. The lemon was delicious, but I don’t think I’ll ever be a gin fan. I would have rather had a tall glass of lemonade, but luckily Caitlin liked it, so it didn’t go to waste. Caitlin had their Peacekeeper, which had monkey shoulder scotch, pineapple, Maraschino liqueur, lemon, angostura, and Prosecco. I tried hers and liked it a lot because it was fizzy and refreshing. This was a great spot to escape from the heat.

 4:20 PM – take the bus back to the resort to pick up our luggage and hop on the Magical Express to the Airport.

 5:45 PM – Arrive at the airport (try to be at the airport 2 1/2 hours before your flight at the latest!) Orlando is always crazy because of the Disney goers! Like us

 7:00 PM – Dinner at the airport.

 8:30 PM – Flight leaves for home!

Things you don’t want to forget to pack: good walking shoes, a poncho, Tylenol, a water bottle to refill, a jacket, and some of your favorite on-the-go snacks!

Questions for you!

1. Do you want to see more itinerary-type posts like this one from my travels?
2. What is one place you think I need to visit next time I’m there? (make sure to read the other blogs to see if we’ve done it!)
3. Have you ever been to Disney World?

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I know I know. This blog is long overdue. I have no excuse for why I’m posting so late, but this blog got lost in the vault when vlogmas started pouring in. Because I’m doing 25 blogs in January, I knew I’d get around to it eventually. Plus, I have exciting news! Caitlin and I will be returning to Disney next month for an entire week! Caitlin created an exciting (and impressive) itinerary for our trip, and many of the restaurants and attractions were recommended by you guys from our last Disney adventures, so thank you!
Today, I’ll be sharing photos from our day at Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival. It was the last day of our trip, and we were so exhausted from all of the walking and early mornings. Ending our trip with a lot of good food sounded like a good plan.

We were lucky to be in Disney World during Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival. We planned to visit every single cuisine, but got rained out! I think we did pretty dang good though, and if the rain didn’t hit, we would have for sure made it. Not going to lie, Caitlin was the real MVP of the festival. She’s super-fit but can eat more than anyone I know. She ran the half marathon earlier in the morning, so she brought her appetite to Epcot. I’m excited for round two next month. You’ll have to follow along to see if we can complete it. 
One of the cool things about the festival is the passport you get. If you watch my YouTube video, you’ll see us adding a stamp to all the countries we ate at. In the passport, you’ll get to look over the country’s menu and see what’s gluten-free, vegetarian, or kid-approved. I took a digestive enzyme before we started eating and picked around the dairy/gluten, but I’m sure I still indigested some of it. I didn’t want to be too strict, but I avoided it the best I could. I knew I was going to feel a bit bloated/uncomfortable after eating some of the foods, but it was all worth it. I know I’ll have a lot of people letting me know that things aren’t gluten/dairy free, but believe me, I know.  
First stop was Hawaii Each dish was $5 and super small, so this made it easy for sampling around the world. Each cuisine had about 3-5 options for you to choose from.

We had: Grilled Tuna Tataki with Seaweed Salad, Pickled Cucumbers, and Wasabi Cream 
New Zealand: Steamed Green Lip Mussels with Garlic Butter and Toasted Breadcrumbs (Caitlin enjoyed these! You couldn’t get me to eat a Mussel if you tried!!)
The Almond Orchard (hosted by Blue Diamond): Fire-roasted Tomato Hummus topped with Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Roasted Almonds and served with Blue Diamond Artisan Nut Thins Multi-seeds Crackers.

Australia: Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion and Snap Peas (GF)

This was delicious. Shrimp is a hit or miss with me because shellfish can make me nauseous, but I was fine with this one!


Canada: Canadian Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll

Ireland: Roasted Irish Sausage with Colcannon Potatoes and Onion Gravy. I ate one of the sausages in this dish, and I’m pretty sure it was my favorite of the day.
France: Carbonade de Boeuf, Purée de Pommes de Terre: Beer-braised Beef with Bacon, Onion and Mashed Potatoes
Oh, and champagne if France, please! 
We hit our first downpour while waiting for our food in Brazil.

Brazil: Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread Gluten Free. I ate around the cheese the best I could, but this bread was incredible!!!!

Morocco: Casa Pale Lager
Belgium: Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream (V) (KA)
Japan: Spicy Tuna and Salmon Roll topped with Volcano Sauce
Hops & Barley (U.S.) New England Lobster Roll: Warm Lobster with Fresh Herb Mayonnaise and Griddled Roll.
This was our last stop because Caitlin and I were drenched with rainwater and it wasn’t a warm day either, so dry clothes sounded appealing!
We were going to go back and finish eating our way around the festival later in the evening, but we decided to go back to the hotel and nap for about four hours and then have dinner at Shula’s Steakhouse. We were so exhausted from early mornings and walking around the parks that we just wanted to stay put, have one last good dinner, and go to bed! 
I am so glad we had dinner at Shula’s because the food was out of this world. They gave us gluten-free bread that was to die for, and it paired perfectly with our wine. I ordered the blackened salmon for dinner, and it was incredible!

If you missed our first Disney blogs, make sure to check them out here!! (Our Day at Magic Kingdom) & (Our Day at Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom!) There are YouTube videos to go along with each post as well

Questions for you!

1. Do you think we’ll make it around the world next time?
2. Who is your favorite Disney Character?

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Welcome to part two of the Disney trip blogs (& vlogs). I’m not even halfway done blogging about this trip, and we’ve already booked my tickets back! If you haven’t read part one, make sure to check that out and then hop back over here! Day two started pretty dang early for me, but more for Caitlin. She was up at 2:30 am and out the door at 3 am to head to her first race (yup, more than one.) I woke up at 5 am, grabbed some coffee, and headed to the 10k finish line to meet her. Oh, and if you’re wondering, she kicked butt!

WATCH THE DISNEY WORLD ANIMAL KINGDOM AND HOLLYWOOD STUDIO TRAVEL VIDEO

We made it back to the resort at 7:00 am and decided to have a quick breakfast before getting ready for the day. We ate at Coronado’s Rix Cafe because it’s quick, inexpensive, and there was no wait. I had an egg-white omelet filled with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spinach with a bowl of oatmeal on the side. And the coffee wasn’t half bad.

We headed back to the room to rest our eyes for thirty minutes, shower off, and get ready for our day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. We started at Hollywood Studios around 10 am. Caitlin was running the half marathon on Sunday morning, so she chose the best treat to start carb-loading, the Mickey pretzel, and a beer. You can stop at the Anaheim Produce for Mickey pretzels, fresh fruit, margaritas, and beer.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios was packed on Saturday morning. The weather was perfect on Saturday, which meant a very crowded park.
We walked around exploring the shops, the street performances, Toy Story Land, watched the Muppets 3D show, and then grabbed some much-needed coffee. There’s a hidden Starbucks in every Disney Park. 

MICKEY PRETZEL HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
The lines were way too long at Hollywood Studios, so we just spent a few hours walking around exploring. We are going back on a weekday so we can experience it without the crowd. Hollywood Studios is filled with tons of restaurants and all kinds of good food. When we go back, we’ll ride the Tower of Terror. 
Later in the afternoon, we took the bus over to the Animal Kingdom! I was SO EXCITED about this. I think Animal Kingdom is my favorite park. 
There was so much to see and do. I love how beautiful the park is set up, and you honestly don’t even feel like you’re in the U.S. anymore. 
First up, pizza for Caitlin at Pizzafari. She ordered the veggie pizza and a Caesar salad. The Pizzafari is a quick spot to grab food, drinks, and it has so much seating. Inside & out!

PIZZAFARI THE ANIMAL KINGDOM FOOD FOR LUNCH
You HAVE TO watch the video of the Harambe Village Acrobats. Honestly, this was one of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen! I’ve never seen anything like it in my entire life. Add this to your Animal Kingdom checklist. 
One of the best parts of the day was riding Expedition Everest. I wanted to ride it again and again! What a fun roller coaster!
   
After conquering the rollercoaster, we needed something refreshing. We decided to split a Khumbu Icefall from Thirsty River. If you see people walking around with fancy signature drinks, they most likely bought them from there! The Khumbu Icefall is a frosty mixed drink made with smooth raspberry puree mixed with Cruzan Guava Rum and blended with coconut. You can also get them made non-alcoholic.

KHUMBU ICEFALL FROSTY DRINK THE ANIMAL KINGDOM

I stopped at the Harambe Fruit Market for some roasted corn and pineapple slices!
 There are a lot of fresh and healthy options at the Animal Kingdom available. The pineapple was super fresh and sweet!

FRESH FOOD VEGAN DAIRY FREE HEALTHY THE ANIMAL KINGDOM
I was so excited to get the roasted sweet corn. After grilling the corn, they usually dip it in butter and sprinkle it with spicy curry. I’ve never liked curry and didn’t want the butter, so I asked for it plain off the grill. It had so much flavor and reminded me of sweet corn from Iowa. 

ROASTED CORN ON THE COB THE ANIMAL KINGDOM GLUTEN FREE VEGAN EATS
Animal Kingdom is known for its “Instagrambale spots.” 
Harambe Market
Bicycle Land-Mauzo Huduma

INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOTS AT THE ANIMAL KINGDOM WALT DISNEY WORLD
The World of Avatar was unbelievable. Next time we go(UPDATE – I went, and here is the blog!), we will do the Avatar Flight of Passage and the Na’vi River Journey.
They close the Safari at 4 pm so that the animals can eat and sleep. We were sad we missed it, but that’s OK because…NEXT TIME  There is so much to soak in that you need extra days for each park. On a side note, Flamingos are hilarious birds.

SAFARI AT THE ANIMAL KINGDOM DISNEY WORLD
If you’re spending the day at Animal Kingdom, make sure to make a Tiffin’s dinner reservation. I mentioned in my last post that Caitlin selected some really awesome spots for our trip, and this was just another one of them. We’ve already added some of your recommendations for our next trip!

DINNER AT TIFFINS ANIMAL KINGDOM

Tiffins is located in Discovery land. You’ll want to get a reservation to lock in your spot, but they did take walk-ins with a bit of a wait time.
We started with a house-made charcuterie board. It consisted of a selection of cured and smoked meats.

We both ordered the pan-seared Alaskan halibut. It came with herb-roasted tomatoes, haricot verts, fingerling potatoes, saffron aioli, and kalamata marmalade. The halibut and everything about this dish were cooked and flavored to perfection.  This was such a light dish to end the day with.
A sweet end to dinner  A South American Chocolate Ganache with caramelized banana and cocoa nib tuile.

It was early to bed night for us! I’ll be back with part three! We ate our way around the world at Epcot during the food and wine festival!

Questions for you!

1. Have you been to Disney’s Animal Kingdom?
2. Who is your favorite Toy Story character?

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I know it’s been a few days, a week actually since I’ve blogged last. That’s because I spent the past four days in one of the most magical places on earth, Walt Disney World! My friend, Caitlin, ran the Disney Wine & Dine 10k and the half marathon all in the same weekend. I decided to join her (as a spectator of course), and we had so much fun exploring all of the parks and eating all of the food. We fit so much into our trip that I’m going to break this trip up into several blogs + videos! I was so excited to capture the moments for the blog, and I hope you enjoy it! If you are a Disney first, I hope this post will help you navigate your upcoming trip to Disney! If you’re a Disney pro, I hope this blog brings back all the happy feels. We plan on revisiting Disney, so if you have any recommendations for next time, leave them in the comments! 

TRAVEL VIDEO FOR WALT DISNEY WORLD VLOG!!!

We got to our room after midnight. We were ZONKED! I unpacked some things, brushed my teeth, and headed straight to bed. 
We had our trip pretty much mapped out before heading to Disney thanks to Caitlin. She’s the Disney expert. On Friday morning, we headed to the Kona Cafe at the Polynesian Village Resort for breakfast. Do yourself a favor, and add this place to your list, especially if you’re a coffee lover. Their coffee is french pressed 100% Kona coffee. I’m still daydreaming about it. You can find many notes on the internet with other people who agree! Make sure to make your reservation in advance. It’s a trendy place, but for a very good reason! 
I ordered two eggs over medium, bacon, fresh fruit, and oatmeal. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection! There wasn’t a bite left. 
Caitlin ordered their famous Tonga Toast! Tonga toast is banana-stuffed sourdough french toast dusted in cinnamon sugar and topped with strawberry compote! You definitely have to check out the video so you can see this. If you want to try a famous Disney staple, you’ll have to order this.

After breakfast, we headed to the ESPN center to pick up Caitlin’s bib and race stuff at the expo. 
And then we finally made it to the Magic Kingdom! When you are purchasing your tickets into the park, make sure to schedule your fast passes far in advance. You can connect them with your magic band, scan, and go! It’s a good idea to plan and schedule your trip using “Your Disney Experience” online or on the app.
Seeing all of the Christmas decorations around Disney made me feel so happy! You guys know how much I love the holidays. 
First things first. Make sure to get a pair of Minnie ears! This photo cracks me up. I had many people messaging me about how it looks like I’m levitating in the picture. And now, I can’t unsee that. I guess Disney is just THAT magical.

When we got to Disney, we used our fast pass and rode Space Mountain. I was in the front of the cart, and it was SO MUCH FUN, yet terrifying. I could ride roller coasters all day long. I know some people hate them, but they make me feel like a kid again. I mentioned this in my video, but use fast passes for popular rides, or you’ll spend most of your day waiting in long lines. It’s so worth it. 
You can bring your food into Disney, but that’s no fun! We wanted to get the full Disney experience. We stopped into Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe for lunch. This is a great quick stop with tons of seating. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly place to dine, this is a great spot. The prices were very reasonable. This cafe is located in Frontierland. 
We ordered a veggie bowl, the jerk lettuce wraps, guacamole, a strawberry lemonade, and churros. The veggie bowl had black beans, roasted vegetables, and yellow rice. This veggie bowl is an excellent option if you’re a vegetarian. But if you’re vegan, just ask for white rice! The warm churros are served with chocolate dipping sauce. 
Even if it’s just a couple of sips, you must order the strawberry lemonade slush. It’s super sour and refreshing! I can’t do too much of a sugary drink, or I’ll get a headache, but a couple of sips hit the spot. You must at least try it! This is a fun beverage to split.

For my lunch, I ordered the Jerk chicken lettuce wraps. This is a great gluten-free option at Disney. You can check the menus before you visit the park, so it’s not stressful when looking for something to eat. There are plenty of gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options all around the parks! These jerk chicken lettuce wraps are bib lettuce cups filled with jerk chicken and topped with vegetable slaw and soy-lime vinaigrette. I added corn and salsa from the toppings bar. 
After lunch, we spent some time riding The Pirates of The Caribbean, visiting the tiki birds (I can’t get that stupid song out of my head), we rode Aladin’s magic carpet ride, watched the performance at the castle, and walked around a ton!
Yay for the Christmas store! This Disney Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe is open all year round.


After hitting our wall later in the afternoon, we stopped into Main Street Bakery (aka Starbucks) for a cappuccino and iced coffee. There is a Starbucks disguised in every Disney park. Don’t go looking for a Starbucks sign because you won’t see it. Even the baristas are dressed in blue and white bakery costumes instead of the typical green apron. Once you’re inside, everything will start to look like a Starbucks again. You’ll notice the familiar food displays and menu. If you want a coffee, don’t get discouraged by the lines. They go super fast! 
This is the iconic Mickey Pretzel! This was a perfect way for Caitlin to carb load before her race. You can find the pretzels at the Magic Kingdom at a stand on the left side of the castle.
The stand also had glazed cinnamon almonds. These are a great gluten-free (& vegan option!), And they smelled just like Christmas. I ended up having some with my coffee the next day. I’m saving the Dole Whip for next time!! 
We spent some time going in and out of the shops. There is so much to see and do! We saved a lot of things for our next visit like lunch at Be Our Guest restaurant.
We headed to Splash Mountain to use our fast pass. It started to rain, so we thought it would be a fitting ride since we were going to get wet anyway. Holy Moly! So while we were getting on the ride, Disney was under a tornado warning. We spent a couple of minutes going through the tunnel, and when we finally made it out before going down the giant drop, the overlook of Disney was terrifying! The wind was blowing, the sky was dark, and it looked like Disney was in a war zone. Caitlin and I for sure thought we were doomed! Regardless of the weather, the ride was so fun, and we got absolutely drenched! 
We left the park around 5 pm and headed back to the hotel to get ready for our dinner reservation. Disney has buses that will take you to the resorts, so you won’t have to worry about parking or calling Ubers. The bus ride back was fun because I met a new little friend, Maci. She wanted to do a cheer for my video, so make sure to check that out! Goodness, she was the cutest!!!

We had our dinner at the Maya Grill at our resort in Coronado Springs. The restaurant had so many great options, so it was so hard to choose what to order! We started with some warm house-made tortilla chips and salsa. I ordered the sizzling chicken fajita skillet. It came with white rice and corn tortillas. They accommodate gluten and dairy-friendly meals. You just have to let them know, and they’ll make sure to use substitutes. I loved this because I didn’t feel sick or bloated during the trip at all. I had so many great foods, and it was so easy to find something that worked with my lifestyle.
My dreams came true when we headed back to see the Christmas lights and firework show at Disney. This was one of the most magical moments of my life! 
The firework show starts at 9:00 and lasts about fifteen minutes. I had tears just streaming down my face. I know that sound so silly, but it’s just one of those moments that gets you. You may be tired after walking around Disney all day, but you just can’t miss the fireworks. Take a break at the hotel, but then get your butt back to the fireworks. 
The show is more than just the fireworks. The castle is like a screen, and it had different videos playing from each famous Disney song. If you watch my video, you’ll see what I mean!


You’re never too old to enjoy Disney! This is such a fun place and so much to soak in. I can’t wait to go back! I hope to have part two up soon!

Questions for you!

1. Have you ever seen the firework show at the Magic Kingdom?
2. What’s your favorite Disney movie?
3. If you have been to Magic Kingdom, please share your most important tip for navigating the park!

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