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Tips for the 2016 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

I am someone who does not like Halloween.  I don’t like dressing up.  I don’t like buying candy and giving it out to the neighborhood kids.  I use just put it in a bowl and leave it on my front step.  However, at Disney, that all changes.  I’ve been to two Mickey’s Not So Scary … Continue reading Tips for the 2016 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party →

Food and Wine Festival – Tips

I ran this post a couple of years ago when the blog was in its infancy.  Now, it’s due for an update. Food and Wine Festival is a very popular, if not EPCOT’s most popular, event during the year.  How can the guest best enjoy the festival and spend all of their time waiting in … Continue reading Food and Wine Festival – Tips →

Dieting (or at least not gaining weight) at Disney

In December 2015, I went on the first major diet in my life.  My weight was finally reaching the point where it was starting to impact my daily life so both my wife and I decided to do something about it.  The diet consists of a lot of portion control and a slight increase in … Continue reading Dieting (or at least not gaining weight) at Disney →

The Fox and the Hound

Welcome to this month’s Blogorail Yellow Loop. Today we are sharing movie night ideas based on Disney movies from the 80s. One of my favorite Disney movies growing up was The Fox and the Hound.  In terms of Disney movies from childhood, The Fox and the Hound is second only behind The Rescuers.  In my … Continue reading The Fox and the Hound →

Main Street Electrical Parade to End on October 9th

It was reported, last night, by wdwnt.com along with other Disney news outlets that the Main Street Electrical Parade will be making its last run down Main Street at Walt Disney World on October 9th.  No word on what will be replacing the night-time parade at the Magic Kingdom. A version of the Main Street Electrical … Continue reading Main Street Electrical Parade to End on October 9th →

A Taste of Paris – Visiting EPCOT’s France Pavilion

Welcome to this month’s Blogorail Green Loop. Today we are reviewing the quick service restaurants in Epcot’s World Showcase. The France Pavilion at EPCOT is one of my favorite World Showcase pavilions.  There is so much to see and do and EAT! There are so many little nooks and crannies to this pavilion each filled … Continue reading A Taste of Paris – Visiting EPCOT’s France Pavilion →

Monorail Loop or EPCOT Area Resort?

Walt Disney World has two major clusters of resorts: the monorail loop and the EPCOT area.  Both of these groups come with pros and cons.  Which is group is right for? Or do you fall into the third group – the value group? For the purposes of this article: The Monorail Loop consists of The … Continue reading Monorail Loop or EPCOT Area Resort? →

2016 EPCOT Food and Wine Special Event Calendar

July 21st is the first day that guests can start booking the special events for the 2016 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival.  With that in mind, I have created a day-by-day calendar listing the special culinary events taking place during the festival.  Guests can book the events by calling 407-WDW-FEST (407-939-3378).  All prices are plus … Continue reading 2016 EPCOT Food and Wine Special Event Calendar →

Saving Time at Walt Disney World

When on vacation, especially one at Walt Disney, time seems to move faster than if you were at home.  It is important to save time as much as you can so you can spend more time enjoying your vacation or just relaxing by the pool. What are some ways that you can save time while … Continue reading Saving Time at Walt Disney World →

2016 Food and Wine Special Events and Concert Calendar

Walt Disney World has released the special dining events as well as the Eat To The Beat Concert calendar for the 2016 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival.  What new events have been added?  Will there be any new acts to the concert lineup? There will be five new events to the Food and Wine Special … Continue reading 2016 Food and Wine Special Events and Concert Calendar →