Tusker House Restaurant: A Disney World Dining Review

In a previous post, I have written about some not as well-known experiences that my family has had in Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Today, I would like to share some of my favorite things about the character dining at Tusker House inside the Africa section of Animal Kingdom.

Location

The first thing you will notice when you enter the dining area is that it is off the main path and has more room for you to stretch out as you get signed in for your reservation. We have always done breakfast, and I love this time of day in the park as it is so serene and shady with the trees everywhere.

What to Expect

When you get seated, you will notice that the tables are spaced out well and it has a large dining room. It is buffet style, which I like, because you are not waiting on food or anyone to take your order. Especially for breakfast when the kids are “hangry”, I mean hungry, the buffet is a great option. My daughter loved the serve-yourself size buffet lines that are just her size. They offer some very interesting and new African style breakfast options, as well as your classic American flavors, including Mickey pancakes. There are over 45 items in the buffet! I love this because I get to try something new that I would not have the option to try at any local restaurants in my hometown, and you don’t have to worry if you don’t like it, because it is buffet.

As I mentioned above, this restaurant keeps in the African theme, complete with ethnic cuisines. Of course, you will see all of your favorites such as scrambled eggs, bacon, cereals and more. You will also see a great variety of items such as spit-roasted ham, beef bobotie, basmati rice, and spiced corn beef hash. The coconut sweet potatoes will have you traveling back to the buffet line very quickly! Coffee is brought out to the table in a large coffee pot, so you will be sure to be ready to take on your day in Animal Kingdom. For the kids, there is always plenty of “monkey juice”. This juice is an exotic blend of mango and passion-fruit.

Don’t forget to grab a piece or two of the large variety of breads that are also available. My personal favorite: banana-cinnamon bread pudding with warm vanilla sauce.

The Characters

The other thing that makes this breakfast so special is the characters. Although they don’t guarantee characters, we had Safari Mickey, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck to stop by our table to visit awhile. The best part is they are dressed in their safari gear! So adorable! I love that this meal gives you flexibility to eat at your own pace or speed it up, depending on what all you want to accomplish in your day. We love to sit and enjoy the meal while the kids interact with the characters. Be sure to bring your autograph book and pen! You don’t get to see Safari Goofy everyday!

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We did not plan it this way, however it worked out nicely that as soon as we were ready to leave, the next Lion King show was getting ready to start. There was no line and the Lion King Show entrance is RIGHT NEXT TO TUSKER HOUSE! Next time we go, I will make sure I schedule the same breakfast time so we can get to the first show that is not very crowded.

Another great attraction in the same area is the Kilimanjaro Safari!

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Video: Dance with Muziki in Harambe’s Drum Circle

I hope you enjoy the video! Yes, I know…Mom isn’t the best at video making, but hey, my kid was performing!!

Muziki

Imagine walking through Africa in the Animal Kingdom park and suddenly an 8-10 foot man takes the hand of your little one. All you can do is smile because, of course, your little one is nearly jumping into his arms!! That is exactly how it happened, out of no where…this beautifully dressed, stilt walking man gently takes my little one’s hand and off they go to where several drums and instruments are in place with other children waiting anxiously. He gathers them up and begins teaching them all about African music by letting them be official “drummers of the day”. It was amazing to watch this one man interact so gently and so enthusiastically with all of these little ones. He was having as much fun as they were.

Muziki can be found during certain times of the day. These times vary, so check out a times guide as you enter the park for the day! This is certainly something that you do not want to miss!

Harambe Awakened

Harambe has been “Awakened” this summer in Animal Kingdom with lots of new things going on! Muziki is just a preview of all of the fun to be had with Animal Kingdom’s new nightlife. Check out all of the exciting fun going on right here from Disney Parks Blog.

This will always be one of our best and magical memories of Walt Disney World (and believe me, we have many!). We enjoy spending a lot of time in the Africa section of Animal Kingdom and have had many great moments in that area of the park. There is always something fun and exciting going on in Harambe! Be sure to hit up the nearby “Tamu Tamu Refreshments” for a Dole Whip! For more great snacks in Animal Kingdom, just click this link!

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Pongu Pongu: A Pandora-World of Avatar Snack Review

Are you ready for a party in your tummy and on your taste buds? Or at the very least are you dying for a drink to cool you down on a hot Orlando day at Animal Kingdom? Lucky for you the geniuses at Walt Disney World have created a location in Pandora that can literally be translated into “party party” and I’m pretty sure they mean party for your taste buds.

Location

You can find Pongu Pongu in Pandora-The World of Avatar; the newest section of Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. To get to Pandora, head to the left at the Tree of Life. The entrance to Pandora is just past Tiffins. When you enter the land, you can stay to the right to find this little gem. It’s nestled between Wind Traders (the souvenir shop) and Satu’li Canteen.

Offerings

Pongu Pongu has several beverages to cool you down in the constantly sweltering heat of Animal Kingdom. You can choose from one specialty non-alcoholic beverage, Night Blossom or water. There are three different alcoholic choices which include the Mo’ara Margarita, Mo’ara High Country Ale, and Hawkes’ Grog Ale. There is also one snack item, Pongu Lumpia, which is similar to a dessert spring roll. The Night Blossom, Bottled Water, and the Pongu Lumpia are all covered as snack credits on the dining plan.

An Honest Review

For this review, I tried the Night Blossom. I wanted to try the Pongu Lumpia, but the filling was cream cheese and chunks of pineapple. I don’t do well with large chunks of anything, so I decided to pass on that. The Night Blossom, on the other hand, has my name written all over it.

Night Blossom

This drink is a frozen, layered, non-alcoholic beverage that hits the spot on a super hot day. The layers taste like a combination on green apple, pear, and I’m pretty sure the tangy base is a pinkish/purplish limeade. On top you will find passion fruit flavored boba beads. I honestly thought these were just for decoration, but the cast member assured me they were worth trying. She was right! The little beads burst under pressure and the taste is pleasantly sweet, but not overly so. They are also slightly cool, which makes them even more refreshing.

This drink is honestly now my favorite frozen drink in all of Animal Kingdom, maybe all of Walt Disney World. The taste is tangy, yet smooth thanks to the mixture of flavors. It’s refreshing in so many ways that I find myself craving one every time I find myself out in the heat. The only downside to this drink is the paper straw. It made enjoying the boba beads very hard, but it’s easy to get over that when you know Animal Kingdom is protecting the environment and the animals with these straws.

Needless to say, those straws fit the overall theme for Pandora as well. So, I simply turned up the cup and enjoyed them and prayed I wouldn’t be wearing the majority of them. I can say I was mostly successful, except for one remnant that ended up on my lip for a WHOLE LIVE FEED video. Oh well, you live, laugh, and learn.

 Pongu Pongu: A Pandora World of Avatar Snack Review

Overall, I thought this small snack and drink stand was a fantastic addition to this new land. I was there very early to ride Flight of Passage and I was not ready for a full meal yet. A snack and refreshing drink were on my wish list when I exited that amazing ride and Pongu Pongu mostly delivered. The cast members were friendly and helpful and the service was quick. There are plenty of areas to sit carved into the rocks and areas around the stand and you can also find a seat outside of the Satu”li Canteen if it’s not crowded. If it’s lunch time or dinner time, you may not be allowed to sit there. I do wish I had tried more offerings, so I will be back. Of course, I will certainly be back to explore all of Pandora-World of Avatar.

Looking for more snack options in the Animal Kingdom? Find them HERE!

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Walt Express is super excited to give you a first hand sneak peek into Animal Kingdom’s newest land Pandora! Check out Video: A Review from Animal Kingdom’s Newest Land Pandora.

We were lucky enough to grab a sneak peek early in the week before the crowd hit! This new land is definitely something to behold! If you are around Animal Kingdom, you don’t want to miss this. Until you can visit, take a glance at our video that talks about all of our fun! To check out more LIVE videos from Pandora make sure you go to our Facebook Page and YouTube Channel. There is more over there waiting for you to watch and much, much more!

Video: A Review from Animal Kingdom’s Newest Land Pandora

Pandora is Animal Kingdom’s newest land, that just opened on May 27th. We got to visit this amazing new land about a week before the big day. We were totally amazed at how Disney has brought this new land to life. From bio-luminescent special effects, to magnificent new attractions and then on to delectable dining, Pandora is truly a remarkable land.

Wanting MORE Pandora?

Walt Express has even more information on this magical new land. Here is a complete look at everything you can expect in Pandora, World of Avatar. WHAT TO EXPECT IN PANDORA.

Find out what the natives in Pandora eat and have available to tempt your taste buds: DESSERT OPTIONS IN PANDORA and BREAKFAST OFFERINGS IN PANDORA. Also take a peek at the entire menu options that are available! MENU OPTIONS FOR SATU’LI CANTEEN IN PANDORA.

Yes, the lines will be long for food…no worries though. Find out how to order quick service from your phone with NO waiting! MOBILE ORDERING NOW AVAILABLE.

Have You Visited?

Walt Express would love to hear your thoughts and if you have visited Pandora. Did you enjoy Avatar, The Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey? Did you try any of the local dining options? Let us know!

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Breakfast Options for Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora Announced

Only a week away from the big premier of Animal Kingdom’s newest land and Disney Parks Blog just announces NEW breakfast options that will be available for the Satu’li Canteen! Click that link for a full menu of what the Satu’li Canteen will have to offer!

From Disney Parks Blog

Excitement over the debut of Pandora — The World of Avatar means that guests will be arriving early each morning when the new land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom opens.

Make a stop at fast-casual Satu’li Canteen, where a diverse menu will offer plenty of choices. On the savory side, there’s a hearty Vegetable Goat Cheese Frittata with Wood-Fired, Herb-Crusted Beef and Chimichurri; as well as Pork Shoulder Potato Hash with Chorizo Sausage and Natural Jus, or a Steamed Pod (bao bun) with Scrambled Egg, Bacon, Spinach and Pickled Vegetables.

If you prefer a sweet beginning to the day, try the Tropical Pandora Forest Fruits with Yogurt Muesli and Vanilla Maple Syrup; Steel-Cut Oats with Whiskey Raisins, Marcona Almonds, Goji Berry, or Cinnamon Swirl French Toast with Blueberry Cheesecake Dollop and Passion Fruit Anglaise.

For ages 9 and younger, there’s three tasty meals: Cinnamon Swirl French Toast with Blueberry Cheesecake Dollop and Passion Fruit Anglaise; a Scrambled Egg Steamed Pod (bao bun), and cereal and milk.

See you at Pandora – The World of Avatar soon!

Things to Remember

• Valid Animal Kingdom Park Admission is required.
• Satu’li Canteen is a quick service restaurant, meaning they will be accepting the Quick Service Dining Plan.
• Also just announced, was the brand new option of ordering your meal in advance through MOBILE ORDER.
• Pandora will officially open on May 27, 2017.
• For a sneak peek at the dessert options for Satu’li (yes, I KNOW that is everyone’ favorite!), check out: DESSERTS OPTIONS FOR SATU’LI CANTEEN.

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Sneak Peek: Desserts From Animal Kingdom’s Satu’li Canteen in Pandora

A “sneak peek”? How about a “sneak taste”? OK, since that is not possible (yet…maybe one day, my Disney friends), a “sneak peek” will have to do! Disney Parks Blog has let us in on some tasty looking pictures straight from the Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom’s newest land, PANDORA!

From Disney Parks Blog

While Walt Disney Imagineers are putting the finishing touches on Pandora—The World of Avatar, the Walt Disney World Resort chefs are using their own storytelling magic to create two special sweet endings for Satu’li Canteen, the new land’s fast casual restaurant.

“We watched ‘Avatar’ and noted that the Na’vi are in stellar shape – very lean, with beautiful skin and bright yellow eyes,” said Executive Pastry Chef Stefan Riemer. The Na’vi colors were the inspiration for the Blueberry Cheesecake with Passion Fruit Curd, a cream cheese and blueberry creation with passion fruit to connect to the film’s tropical environment.

Satu’li Desserts

The cheesecake tastes as delicious as it looks, with a combination of acidity from the passion fruit with bold blueberry and creamy cheesecake.

The Chocolate Cake with a Crunchy Cookie, Banana Cream and Goji Berries again takes its inspiration from the healthy Na’vi, as the chocolate bean would fit perfectly, says Riemer. “We used dark chocolate because it’s rich in antioxidants, then add a little crunch with a cookie wafer and the contrast of creamy mousse.”

The cake is topped with banana cream, made with a few simple (but delicious) ingredients: cream, white chocolate and bananas, with a little drizzle of lemon. “The chocolate-banana is a great flavor combination,” says Riemer. “Then we added goji berry on top – it tastes a little like a raisin, and we hydrated it with simple syrup. The taste of the goji berry with the banana cream and chocolate is a lovely balance of flavors.”

If these desserts seem fancy for quick service, it’s because Riemer’s philosophy is that desserts should always have complexity in flavor, taste, texture and color. “These desserts have flavors that our guests will recognize, but in smaller portions.” (He recommends that you savor the experience of each bite.)

Both upscale desserts were taste tested with kids and came out winners. “We got a thumbs-up for both desserts!” says Riemer with a smile.

Thanks to Disney Parks Blog for always keeping us up to date with delicious Disney Yumminess!

Tips

• The Satu’li Canteen will be a quick service credit on the Disney Dining Plan.
• Use a snack credit to try one of these delicious desserts!
• Park admission to Disney’s Animal Kingdom is required.

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Just Released: Menu Options for Satu’li Canteen in Pandora

The magical news just keeps coming in and we couldn’t be more excited! Our friends from Disney Parks Blog just released a “menu preview” for Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom’s newest land, Pandora! Looks like there will be a new way of ordering your food also. We will keep you up to date as more details are released about this new option.

From Disney Parks Blog

With an entire new land taking shape to open on May 27, Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will transport guests to the visually stunning land of floating mountains and bioluminescent plants. And of course there’s a culinary chapter to the story of the Na’vi.

Guests can enjoy creative, flavorful dishes based on the healthful bounty of Pandora, with wholesome grains, fresh vegetables and hearty proteins at Satu’li Canteen, where an on-stage grill is a prominent feature in the colorful dining room.

The Satu’li Canteen was once the main mess hall of the Resources Development Administration (RDA) base located in the Valley of Mo’ara. Now the canteen is owned and operated by Alpha Centauri Expeditions (ACE) tour company and has been redesigned into a beautiful museum-like dining room.

The interior has been transformed with colorful Na’vi items filling the walls and hanging from the ceiling — hand-woven tapestries, natural Pandoran elements and even cooking tools decorate the restaurant.

Look for familiar dishes with a twist in the fast-casual restaurant, with bowls that allow diners to customize their lunch or dinner. Diners start with a base of quinoa and vegetable salad; red and sweet potato hash; mixed whole-grain and rice or romaine and kale salad. Next is either with wood-grilled chicken, slow-roasted beef, sustainable fish or chili-spiced fried tofu. And the bowl is finished with charred onion chimichurri, black bean vinaigrette or creamy herb dressing.

The menu also offers steamed “pods” – bao buns with either cheeseburger or vegetable curry and served with root vegetable chips and crunchy vegetable slaw.

For little ones, there’s an option of grilled chicken or beef, fish or tofu with greens or rice; a hot dog wrapped in Parker House dough; cheese quesadilla, or a steamed “pod” (cheeseburger bao bun).

The fast-casual restaurant will also be the first to offer Mobile Order, a new convenient option to order and pay for meals on-the-go within the My Disney Experience app, allowing guests to bypass the queue to order when they arrive at the restaurant. Using the app, guests can select menu items, customize their order and pre-pay for their meal. When they arrive at the restaurant they will tap an “I’m here” button in the app, which will notify the kitchen to prepare the meal. When ready, guests will be alerted through the app to pick up their meal at a designated window. Additional fast-casual and quick-service restaurants will begin to offer Mobile Order later this year.

Disney Dining Plan is accepted at Satu’li Canteen but, at this time, Mobile Order only accepts credit cards.

Walt Express cannot wait to sample some of Pandora’s treats! A special THANKS to our friends from Disney Parks Blog for always keeping us up to date!

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New Video: from Animal Kingdom’s Pandora: World of Avatar

As the days get closer to this brand new land opening in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the anticipation grows also! Disney World keeps us on the edge of our seats with all of this wonderful and exciting information! Pandora, World of Avatar will debut in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park on May 27th!

This mystical land will have two new attractions: Na’vi River Journey and Avatar, Flight of Passage. Also coming will be Pongu Pongu and the Satu’li Canteen! We can’t wait to taste this new land!

From Disney Parks

Today, we’re excited to share another look inside Pandora – The World of Avatar, which opens May 27, 2017 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort.

In this video from Walt Disney Imagineering, several members of the Pandora project team explain just how important research has been in bringing Pandora – The World of Avatar to life. Culture plays a huge part in the park’s other lands, like Asia and Africa. Therefore, researching a realistic culture that would exist on Pandora has been a priority.

In addition to culture, “placemaking” has also extended to designing what you will hear when you enter the new land. Get a closer look in this video!

This certainly is HUGE in the world of Disney and we can’t wait to visit Pandora, World of Avatar.

More Pandora

Wanting a little more Pandora info? Walt Express has it right here! Check it out!

• New video from Pandora
• Details Released for Pandora, World of Avatar
• Pandora, World of Avatar to OPEN May 27th!

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Top 4 Attractions and Rides for Rainy Days at Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom is an absolutely breathtaking park. It’s full of flora and fauna that some of us never dreamed of seeing before we ventured into this version of Disney magic. However, with all of that wide open space and gorgeous greenery comes very little shade and very few places to escape the rain storms. Never fear, because Walt Express is here to give you the inside scoop on a few places where you can stay dry while still enjoying the attractions that you paid good money to experience. Here are our top 4 attractions and rides for rainy days at Animal Kingdom.

1. Festival of the Lion King

Festival of the Lion King is hands down my family’s favorite show at all of Walt Disney World. We wouldn’t dream of going to Animal Kingdom without stopping to take in this visually stunning show. There are tumble monkeys, aerial artists, great animatronics and vocal talent galore in this spectacular show. This is also a great choice if you need to escape from the elements of nature for a bit because it is a 30 minute indoor show. Most showers in Orlando are short lived, so if you time this just right you might miss the rain altogether.

2. Finding Nemo-The Musical

If you loved the movie Finding Nemo or the sequel Finding Dory, then you absolutely must see this musical show at Animal Kingdom. This is one of the brightest and eye-catching shows in all of Walt Disney World. The show consists of Broadway style music and puppets galore. You aren’t likely to recognize many of the songs, because 14 brand new songs were created for this musical extravaganza. This show has magnificent lighting and stage effects that will really impress everyone in the family. If it’s raining outside, this show will have you captivated for a full 40 minutes. By the time you exit, the storms will have likely moved on and you can continue your day with just a few muddy puddles to jump in.

3. Conservation Station

The Conservation Station is part of the Rafiki’s Planet Watch are of Animal Kingdom. Take the Wildlife Express Train, a rustic train that will take you to a behind the scenes area. The Conservation Station is an inside area with beautiful mural art everywhere and a lot of really interesting, behind the scenes looks at animal care at the park. Once inside, you can watch informational movies, check out individual booths with some fun auditory features, and even meet characters like Rafiki. One of the best parts about this area is being able to check out the various exhibits and observation stations where the cast members and animal health teams work with the animals. They even have a veterinary schedule so you can stick around to see some really interesting procedures or surgeries. I don’t recommend trying to get out here during the rain, because there is a bit of a walk from the train. However, if you are already there, it’s a great place to hang out because there is so much to do and see.

4. It’s Tough To Be A Bug

If it’s pouring down when you arrive at Animal Kingdom, head straight for the Tree of Life. You can take cover under it’s branches and also head in for a great 3d show you won’t forget. Discover what it’s like to be a bug in It’s Tough To Be A Bug. This show is hosted by the Bug’s Life character Flik. You will learn all kinds of interesting facts about what it’s like to be a bug. If you have small children, this show can be a bit scary. We always hold the little ones in our lap even at the end of the show. There are some creepy, crawly surprises all the way through the show that may scare or gross out some adults too. Even with the scary its, our kids still love this one so don’t completely overlook it. It’s a great show to escape the rain or heat, so give this one a go if your children don’t scare easily.

Top 4 Attractions and Rides for Rainy Days at Animal Kingdom

Knowing which attractions and rides you can take in during a rain delay should be a part of every Disney World vacationer’s plans.  Don’t let the chance of rain scare you away from Animal Kingdom. Pack that poncho, wear a pair of quick dry shoes and head to the parks. Because rain or shine, with the right attitude, you will be having a good time at Animal Kingdom.

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Disney World Must-Dos for Preschoolers

I don’t know the perfect age for your child to go to Disney World, but I do know my husband and I have taken our three kids for a long time and we started them out as babies. All of our kids went for the first time at the age of one. (It just seemed to work out like that.) Our kids are now 7, 4 and 4 and have gone several times throughout the years. Some may call us crazy and we may be. But, I do know we enjoy it and our kids always enjoy it even more. So with that being said, I have gathered the must-dos for preschoolers in every park at Disney World! This will help you make a master plan or itinerary for your upcoming Disney vacation with your favorite preschooler! Your junior princess or pirate will absolutely adore all of these rides and attractions. Here they are in no particular order.

Magic Kingdom

• Enchanted Tales with Belle: Let Belle capture their attention with mesmerizing tales of her life with the Beast!
• Peter Pan’s Flight: Come on, what kid (or adult, ME, ME) wouldn’t love this! They can fly!
• Princess Fairytale Hall: Your little ones can visit and meet their favorite princesses! What a fairytale!
• Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theatre: Meet your favorite Mouse and take a pic to mark the occasion.
• Country Bear Jamboree: Your child will love the knee slappin’ good ol’ time with this sing along bear musical.
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant: Who wouldn’t want to ride this cutie? While you wait, your kids can play in a play area. You don’t even feel like you are waiting in line.
• It’s a Small World: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride through different countries. You won’t be able to get that song out of your head! 😉
• Walt Disney World Railroad: This isn’t really a ride, but it has four stops in the Magic Kingdom Park. Make sure you take a ride on it at least once. Little Boys and trains are always a hit!
• Prince Charming Regal Carousel: Ride like a Prince or Princess aboard a carousel horse inspired by Disney’s Cinderella.
• Under the Sea- Journey of the Little Mermaid: Do you have a Little Mermaid fan? This attraction is for you! It’s located in the new Fantasyland.
• Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin: Hop aboard this intergalactic space portal and blast away all the aliens and defeat Zurg. Preschoolers love to control the direction of the space vehicle, but watch out for that if you get motion sickness easily.

Epcot

• The Seas with Nemo and Friends: Take a trip with Nemo and his friends on this fun, low key ride.
• Turtle Talk with Crush: Dude, sit around Crush’s tank and have a chat. He’s totally cool dude!
• Journey into Imagination with Figment: Figment takes you on a ride through your mind of imagination.
• ImageWorks: After you take a ride with Journey into Imagination with Figment go and play in the “what if” labs. Your preschoolers can experiment, create and explore.
• Epcot Character Spot: The name says it all, see all of your favorite characters in one spot!
• Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros: Take a low key boat ride through Mexico with the three duck friend Caballeros.

Hollywood Studios

• Disney Junior Live on Stage: Do you have a Disney Junior fan? If so this is the show for you. Go with all of your favorite Disney Junior puppets characters into a magical interactive story and show.
• Toy Story Mania: This interactive 3D ride brings all of the Toy Story characters to life and it adds a little friendly competition to the mix.
• Voyage of the Little Mermaid: This show takes you under the sea with Ariel and all of her friends.
• Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage: Capture the magic of the movie live on stage.
• Muppet Vision 3D: If you have a Muppet fan on your hands, this is the perfect show for you!

Animal Kingdom

• Kilimanjaro Safaris: Take a ride on a rugged safari vehicle and take in all of the breath-taking sights and sounds of the African Safari.
• Finding Nemo the Musical: Capture the movie in this must see musical!
• Triceratops Spin: Take a spin on one of these dinos!
• Affection Section: Pet, feed and love on the cutest animals around on Rafiki’s Planet Watch.
• Maharajah Jungle Trek: Take a self guided tour through this zoo like adventure. Look at all of the exotic animals!
• The Festival of the Lion King: This one is hands down one of the best shows on property. Preschoolers will love interacting with the show and the Tumble Monkeys portion is always a hit.

Extra Tips

• For more information on all of these attractions go, HERE and check it out.
• Make sure your preschooler is tall enough for all of the rides you would like to ride before you get there. Check out height requirements HERE.

Hopefully this list will help you and your preschooler have a magical time at Disney World! I know it has for our family! Remember these are the MUST-DOS, there are more attractions for you preschooler, I just highlighted the ones your preschooler would love the most! I hope I haven’t forgotten any, would you add anymore? Join the Disney Express Lane Facebook Group to tell us about your preschooler’s favorite ride or attraction or add it in the comments section below.

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