In my family of five, we have four diabetics and three with celiac disease. Traveling can be difficult at times but it is NOT impossible! Here are some tips for you or your family members who are visiting Disney World With Diabetes and/or celiac disease!

Disney World With Diabetes And/Or Celiac

Visiting Disney World can be stressful, but visiting Disney World with diabetes and/or celiac disease can add even more stress. We are going to help you to take some of that stress away. Visiting Disney World with diabetes and/or celiac IS totally doable. These tips help my family tremendously!

Supplies

Make sure to have a full supply of your diabetic supplies. In the week before our trip, I always go through and make sure we have plenty of insulin, blood sugar test strips and lancets for our blood sugar test kits. If we need those (or extra Dexcom supplies), we order them. Both my husband and daughter wear a Dexcom CGM, so I make sure we have the charging cord, and the other things that go with it. I always pack a few boxes of needle tips because we use Insulin pens. If you are still using needles, you are going to want to bring extra needles with the script. Making sure to have the labels on the boxes is important, especially if you are flying. I also keep all of our supplies and medicine in my carry on bag when we fly. I don’t want anything getting lost or damaged if it’s in a checked bag.

Snacks

Snacks! I always carry “low” snacks with us. We call these snacks “low snacks” because they are in case someone’s blood sugar starts to rapidly drop. We all know there can be long lines at the snack carts and waiting is often not an option. So we keep snacks with us just in case. I also keep things like glucose tablets on us at all times. Sometimes in the heat, it’s hard to eat and the glucose tablets work fast and aren’t too filling. This leaves plenty of room for the delicious Disney themed snacks we love so much!

Extra Bandages

I have also gotten into the habit of bringing extra sticky bandages for the Dexcom. We spend a lot of time in the pool, but when visiting Disney World,  we always make sure to get a lot of use out of our resort pool! Sometimes the tape around the Dexcom can come off if you are spending a lot of time in the pool. Also many of the resorts have slides and if you have a child wearing a Dexcom you know there is a chance it could get pulled off on the slide. So I always put the extra bandage we have around the Dexcom as an extra layer of adhesive.

Disney World With Diabetes And/Or Celiac DINING Options

Let’s talk about dining in Disney World. Disney World is full of all kinds of amazing foods and restaurants. Being a diabetic and/or celiac is not going to change that at all. Disney World is amazing at having so many different options for allergies and food requirements. When making your dining reservations, you can always add to the reservations that there is a diabetic/celiac in your party. While Disney World cannot provide you with the actual nutrition information, they do have options for everyone. Another wonderful thing about Disney World is that you can use your My Disney Experience app to look at menu options for almost every restaurant on Disney World property. I do this often before booking anywhere to be sure there are foods my family will eat, or safe choices my kids will be interested in.

Traveling as a family can be overwhelming and when you add medical issues to the mix it can get a lot more interesting (and stressful). Hopefully these tips can help take some of the stress our of your next Disney World trip! For more great tips, check out these 10 things to pack when traveling with kids!

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It is Worth Visiting Disney World

Let’s just admit this first thing. Over the years, Disney World has COMPLETELY spoiled us. Yes, I admit I am a spoiled brat when it comes to my Disney World vacations. We make our dining reservations in advance and get the most sought after dining experiences. At 60 days in advance, we fight for those fast passes that our family “just has to have”.  We have an app that acts as our own personal tour guide. Then, once you arrive for your vacation, the fun begins. The parades, the meet and greets and the shows. Of course, this is not even a fraction of the magic that awaits you when you visit Disney World.

Then Covid-19 Happened

This virus has changed the way the world looks right now and has put a temporarily halt on a lot of travel plans. But, but, but…things are heading into a brighter and more magical direction. Our favorite Orlando destination has announced reopening plans and they DO look a lot different right now. I like to say that Disney World is going back to the old school style. For awhile, there will not be any “extras” such as parades, fireworks, etc. That doesn’t mean the magic is gone. It just means it’s going to look different for a little while. The safety of the cast members and guests IS the most important thing right now. In my opinion, it’s very comforting to know that Disney World takes my health and safety seriously.

Will this last through the end of 2020? We have no idea. Will things change as we progress towards a new normal? You can bet on it! Here are my thoughts on that change and how our family will proceed.

I am a travel planner and wrote this to my clients. This is truly how I feel.

Covid-19 has changed A LOT for all of us and our favorite travel destinations. One thing I have realized, is that Disney World has totally spoiled us over the years!! Big changes were released last night and although we aren’t very happy about them, it is what it is.

Will I stop going? NOPE
Will I stop feeling the magic? NOPE
Will I stop promoting Disney World? NOPE
Will I stop working for my clients? NOPE

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LOVE Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party takes places during the Fall and early Fall each year. This is a special event held on select nights at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park. The cost for the event ranges from $85.00 to $149.00 (on Halloween night). Tickets may be purchased in advance or sometimes at the gate if not already sold out. Yes, some nights will sell out, it’s THAT popular.

So, why do WE love this party so much. Keep reading and I will tell you!

The Villains

Yes, we LOVE the villains and there are plenty to go around at this event. You will find everyone’s favorite baddies, including some rare characters. These rare characters will ONLY make their appearance at this party!

The Treats

• Candy, candy and even more candy. And yes, we mean the good stuff! There are treat stations set up throughout Magic Kingdom park and you may visit each one multiple times if you like!
• You will find specialty desserts and treats throughout this event, that is not available during normal operating hours. Of course, this is our favorite part!
• Special Event merchandise. Yep, merchandise such as collectible pins, popcorn buckets and tons more! You will only be able to find these goodies at the party, after 7 pm.

Special Parades And Events

• Mickey’s Boo To You Parade usually happens twice during the event.
• Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular, a fireworks show that will leave you breathless!
• Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular-Sanderson sisters (need we say more)???

Low Crowds

Tickets are limited for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, so on most nights, you will find lighter crowds. The closer you get to Halloween, the more people you will find! It’s not bad at all. Totally worth it! Five minutes for Splash Mountain? Yes, please!

So MANY More Reasons We LOVE Mickey’s Not So Scary

• This is the ONE event that adults are allowed to dress up as their favorite character.
• Book your trip for the end of October through the beginning of November. The lets you see the magical transformation from Halloween at Disney World to Christmas at Disney World! The absolute BEST of both worlds.
• You can enter Magic Kingdom Park as early as 4 pm with a party ticket. The party doesn’t kick off till 7 pm, giving you 3 extra hours!
• There are also special events INSIDE the special event. Cruella’s Halloween Hide A Way, Dessert parties and table service dining options are all available during this event!’
  
• Don’t forget about the special photopass opportunities. You may just come home with a friend in your pictures!

2020 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

See, SO much to take in and one night hardly gets the job the done. If doable, we like to come back and experience it a second time.

This year’s dates are as follows:

• August 13, 18, 21, 25 and 28
• September 1, 4, 7, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27 and 29
• October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 and 31
• November 1

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Drinking With A Disney Flare

Although we would rather be drinking around the World Showcase, that is just not possible at the moment. So we thought we’d share some of our favorites with you to try at home. We enlisted some help from some of our very special Disney friends for this one. We asked them to share their favorite Disney copycat drink recipes or their favorite drink recipe to which they added a Disney flare. And, BOY, did they deliver!

These are all fairly easy to make and MOST can be done WITH or WITHOUT alcohol. Which alcohol to use? Rum is a personal favorite and goes with all fruity drinks. That is just the pirate in me talking. ARRRRHHHH me maties!

Peter Pan Punch

This one is my personal favorite and is SO easy! I will tell you that you may want to double or triple this recipe. It “flies” just like Peter Pan. Let the sherbet sit out a bit to thaw, place in your favorite punch bowl and add the ginger ale! Voila!

• One container of lime sherbet
• One-two liter bottle of ginger ale
• lime wedges to garnish

Copycat POG Juice

This delicious copycat recipe came from Carrie M. We are so happy she shared her POG recipe with us. This one is also known as “Jungle Juice” at Animal Kingdom’s Tusker House restaurant.

• Passion fruit juice-2 cups
• Orange juice-2 cups
• Guava juice (usually found in a can)-2 cups

Mix together and CHILL. Add a little champagne for a mimosa style beverage.

Copycat Le Cellier’s Ottawa Apple Cocktail

Paten and Hunter W. LOVE to sip on one of their favorite drinks from Canada. Paten says to dip the rim of the glass in sugar and garnish with a thin green apple slice for the full effect, of course. YUMMY!

• Maple Whiskey (sometimes they use honey whiskey if the maple whiskey is not available).
• Ocean Spray Cran-apple juice

Batuu’s Blue Milk

This is NOT the official copycat recipe. This is the way I make the BLUE MILK from Batuu-I was making this LONG before the “copycat recipe” came out! LOL! Stir the milk, sugar and vanilla together until the sugar is dissolved, then add the food coloring. Refrigerate until ready to use! Star Wars fans from WAY back know this recipe! Double or triple recipe for a larger crowd. This makes about one large glass of blue milk.

• 1-1/2 cups whole milk
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• Blue food color

Copycat Celtic Twilight (Disney Cruise Line)

Thanks to Lakin B. for sharing her favorite Disney Cruise cocktail! A Celtic Twilight looks absolute delish! Build “over the rocks” and garnish with an orange slice.

• 1 1/2 ounces John Jameson Irish Whiskey
• 3/4 ounce Pernod Anise
• 1 ounce Noilly Prat Vermouth
• Dash of Angostura Bitters

The Classic Dole Whip

Don’t forget about Mandi’s classic Dole Whip. Click the link for an easy copycat recipe. Here is another recipe for a slightly different version of the famous “whip”. Place all the ingredients in the blender and blend away! Don’t forget to add, oh never mind, you don’t need to add anything to a DOLE WHIP! Just enjoy.

• 2 scoop of vanilla ice cream
• 8 ounces of pineapple juice
• 4 cups of frozen pineapple

You can half or double this recipe. If you double it, you better get a bigger blender. Also, if you prefer your Dole Whip not so whipped (more liquefied), use canned pineapple instead of frozen.

Again, where is the rum?

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Disney World and Disneyland Differences

Both Disney World and Disneyland are magical vacation destinations and you can’t go wrong with either one! They do offer tons of magic and fun, but there are MAJOR differences between the two. Read on and find out!

Fast Passes

One of the major differences between Disneyland and Disney World is the fast pass system. With Disney World you are able to pre-plan your day by choosing which park you are attending and obtaining your fast passes 30-60 days in advance. At Disneyland you must wait until you are in attendance at the park to start creating your fast pass selections.

Another major difference is with Disney World you can get up to three fast passes at one time (made in advance either 60 or 30 days before your vacation). Disneyland allows one fast pass at a time unless your selection is later in the day at which time you must wait an allotted time before selecting your next pass.

Food And Dining

OK, let’s talk about snacks for a moment. Disney World has some amazing snacks but I have yet to find a better churro in all the land. Those things I swear have something in them that I can not pass up nor forget about. There are great advantages to Disney World dining though. Disney World is known for their amazing restaurants and who can pass up walking around Epcot to eat around the world? Disneyland does have a few restaurants that you can dine at throughout your vacation but the options are much more limited. One example to this is the character dining. Disneyland offers four different Character Dining experiences while Disney World has well over 25 different options for this experience.

Dining Plan

At Disney World they have a wonderful option you may opt in to; you may pre-purchase a dining plan that is based on credits used for each restaurant. For families that want to have everything set up in advance with no work or surprise costs while on vacation, the Disney Dining Plans are a great option.

Meanwhile, at Disneyland there is no option for a dining plan. You must purchase your food inside the park, near by, or bring in your own food.

Proximity of Park Locations

As you may know the Disney World property is a very large space (almost 40 square miles) and you need time to get from park to park. There are several options for transportation in Disney World in order to get from location to location.

In Disneyland the two parks are very close together. In fact you can get from one park to the other in about 5 minutes or less walking. The transportation in Disneyland is much more simple and you are able to get where you want to go with little knowledge of the transportation system.

Hotels And Resorts

Hotels on the Disneyland property are very close together and there are only three total Disneyland hotels. Each of the hotels are situated near or at Downtown Disney. One great advantage to Disneyland properties is Disney’s Grand Californian has a direct entrance into California Adventures. Yes, you read that correctly; there is a separate entrance for hotel guests to use that goes directly into the Disney California Adventure park.

On the other hand, you have Disney World where you have more options of staying on site and being able to cater to what your families needs are based on what is important to you. Staying at each Disney World resort brings a different experience and atmosphere for your family to experience.

Disney World and Disneyland Differences Offer Different Experiences

Whatever your choice is just remember each Disney park is a different experience and cannot be compared to the other. When visiting each take in all that the park has to offer and enjoy your vacation. For more differences on these two magical destinations, visit HERE!

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Satu’li Canteen Dining Review

In Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Satu’li Canteen offers some of the most unique offerings of any restaurant in the Disney World Parks. From Cheeseburger Pods to the customizable bowls to the unique and beautiful desserts, Satu’li is a feast for the senses and not just your tastebuds! Satu’li Canteen is one quick service credit on the Disney Dining Plans!

Satu’li Canteen is themed to match Pandora and really is beautiful. It reflects Na’vi culture with a little bit of human contrast thrown in. When you go in, you will either be given a menu or can grab one to take a look at while you wait. There is also a large menu board in the ordering area that lists all of the choices for meals.

Picky Eaters And Satu’li Canteen

My kids like to eat, but they are sometimes a little bit picky. When at Disney World we tend to stick to things like chicken strips, cheeseburgers, and hot dogs. So I was a little bit nervous about taking them to Satu’li Canteen. However, we discovered that there was something that each of them loved and I would be ready to take them again in a heartbeat.

Satu’li Canteen Offerings

At the Canteen, our favorite offering was the “Create Your Own Bowl.” These bowls offer you a choice of a base, a protein, and a sauce of your choice. When ordering we always like to ask Cast Members for recommendations because I am such a wimp and don’t like spicy food. (Don’t be afraid to ask Cast Members for advice when ordering!) The bowls also come in Kid sizes and are still customizable.

We decided to try a little bit of everything, so we ended up getting a Chili-Garlic Shrimp bowl, a Combination Beef & Wood Grilled Chicken bowl, a Beef only bowl, a chicken only bowl, and a Chili-Spiced Crispy Fried Tofu Bowl. We chose a variety of bases including noodles, rice and black beams, red and sweet potato hash, and hearty salad. The sauce choices included cream herb, charred green onion vinaigrette, and black bean vinaigrette (just a heads up…this one was a little bit spicy but very tasty).

We shared between ourselves and the portion sizes were very generous! The kids size really was a decent sized meal that I could have eaten and been very happy with.

Kids Menu

There are some cool kids menu options too. The cheeseburger stuffed pod was interesting and actually incorporated cheeseburger flavors including cheese and pickles. The “Teylu” hotdog was also pretty tasty and was basically a regular hot dog wrapped in bread dough. There is also a quesadilla option, but we didn’t get to sample it this trip. All of the kids meals are served with vegetable chips which I personally really loved!

Satu’li Canteen Desserts

After our meal, we decided to order both of the featured desserts – or Ber’ri in the Na’vi language: the blueberry cream cheese mousse and the chocolate cake. While the chocolate cake incorporated some neat dessert techniques and had a good flavor, the runaway favorite was the blueberry cream cheese mousse was definitely the winner. We actually went back and got another to share so that we could have some more!

Mobile Order

One of the best parts about Satu’li Canteen is the ability to Mobile Order in the park! We didn’t Mobile Order on our first trip through since we wanted to sample a little bit of everything and get Cast Member recommendations. when we wanted more dessert I used the Mobile Order so I could skip the line! Never miss an opportunity to Mobile Order when you can; it’s such a life-saver!

A Must Do For Our Family

Overall, Satu’li Canteen is a must-do for us on future Animal Kingdom visits. We were all super satisfied with our meals and agreed that we probably should have gone back again before the end of our last Disney World visit. From our family to yours: make sure and make time for Satu’li Canteen!

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Do you love all things Disney? I’m sure you do. Would you go to Disney World every month if you were able? If you’re like me, then you would answer yes to that question also. That may be overwhelming if you have kids, though. There are the travel arrangements for the whole family. Then you have to think about all the things you need to pack for the kids. The stroller, snacks, wet wipes, etc. What if I told you that it is okay to take a trip to Disney World without the kids? What would you do if the kids weren’t with you? Disney World without kids can be just as much fun! Here are a few things we like to do!

Disney World Without Kids

I know what you’re thinking. This type of vacation is primarily for kids. Silly adults, Disney World isn’t just for kids! There are plenty of things for you to enjoy on an adults only vacation to this magical place! So, if you have the opportunity to take a Disney World vacation without the kids, then there are some things you should definitely try out while you’re visiting. Here are four of our favorites while doing Disney World without kids!

Pamper Yourself

Life can be crazy and stressful most of the time. When we think of relaxing and having a peaceful day, sometimes, a Disney World vacation isn’t normally what comes to mind. It is possible to find a relaxing place in the midst of the crowds of people that flock to the most magical place on earth. If you’re looking for relaxation, then why not try a relaxing spa day? There are several spas to choose from throughout the Disney World Resorts. Check out the Senses Spa at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa or Ship Shape at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Take in a relaxing massage and finish it up with a Tropical Immersion Facial. Enjoy the quiet, peaceful time and leave the worries of the real world behind you for awhile. Then spend the rest of the day soaking up the sun while relaxing by the pool as you prepare for dinner. 

Romantic Dinner

Now that you’ve had your nice relaxing day at the spa or pool (or both), it’s time to get ready for a nice romantic dinner with your significant other at one of the many special restaurants at Disney World. When you have kids, it’s not always easy getting time away to get dressed up and have an uninterrupted meal with adult conversations. This is a great way to reconnect with one another. Disney’s imagineers go all out in order to create a magical dining experience that you will not forget! Some great options to consider for a romantic dinner would be Narcoosee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge or California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. One added benefit of California Grill is that you can watch the fireworks display at Magic Kingdom while you eat if you time it right. If you aren’t eating that late, then bring your receipt to get access to the observation area when the fireworks start.

Dinner Crawl

I had never heard of a dinner crawl until a few years ago when I was looking up ideas, so chances are, you may not know what it is either. So what is a dinner crawl? It’s simple, actually. You pick three different restaurants: one for an appetizer, one for the main course, and one for dessert. Make a plan of where you want to go and take off. You don’t have to visit each of the restaurants back to back. You can take your time with some fun in between. We tried this once before and it was great! I couldn’t think of a better place to try it than Disney World. A unique spin on this idea would be to do a dinner crawl across the world in Epcot.

Be A Kid

Okay, so all the things we’ve mentioned have been things to enjoy as adults. But let’s face it, at Disney World, everyone becomes a big kid. Just because you don’t have the kids with you doesn’t mean you can’t act like a one. Take in all the magic as if it were your first time. Get your picture in front of Cinderella’s Castle. Check out the shops on Main Street. Ride all of the rides (and I do mean all of them!). Eat the snacks. Cut loose and have a blast! 

My Thoughts On Disney World Without Kids

You don’t have to be a kid to enjoy a trip to Disney World. The things I mentioned are only the tip of the iceberg, too! The possibilities are endless. There’s nothing like taking a Disney vacation and seeing the joy in your children’s’ eyes as they take in all the magic. Sometimes, it’s great to get away without the kids to experience the magic yourself. There is absolutely nothing wrong with having a little “me” time! So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to start planning!

For more ways adults can enjoy Disney World, take a peek at LOUNGING IN HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS!

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Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Guide

In just a few short days, the most anticipated land ever will open in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios. If you are heading to the new galaxy, we are here to help with our Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Guide.

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge will make it’s debut at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios on August 29, 2019. It will officially open to the public. Previously, Pass-holders and Cast Members were allowed a little sneak peek.

Park Hours

Here is an updated list of what the park hours will look like for Hollywood Studios!

• Thursday, August 29, 2019: 6:00 am-10:00 pm
• Friday, August 30, 2019: 6:00 am-10:00 pm
• Saturday, August 31, 2019: 6:00 am-10:00 pm

Beginning September 1, the park will offer EXTRA, EXTRA Magic Hours! This will only be available to guests staying on property at a Disney World Resort. Extra, Extra Magic Hours will allow guests three hours (yes, THREE hours) of extra time at Hollywood Studios. Other parks are offering Extra, Extra magic hours as well. Just click that link to find out all of the information! Extra, Extra Magic Hours will be available through November 2, 2019.

Attractions

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will debut on opening day (August 29, 2019). Fast passes will not be available until at a later time. There is a height restriction of  38 inches or taller.

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.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will not debut until December 5,2019. This attraction will have a height restriction of 40 inches or taller.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is a massive, multi-platform, new attraction that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced at Walt Disney World Resort… or anywhere else in the galaxy!

Dining Options

• Oga’s Cantina-snacks and drinks
• Docking Bay 7-offering breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Milk Stand-offering the famous blue or green milk
• Ronto Roasters-meat stand with grilled sausage and roasted pork wraps
• Kat Saka’s Kettle-Outpost Mix, a sweet, savory snack made with popcorn

UPDATED 9/5/19

The following locations will begin accepting mobile orders starting tomorrow, Sept. 6 in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: Milk Stand, Ronto Roasters, Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo. Mobile Order does not guarantee entrance into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Guide To Reservations

Reservations are currently being accepted at the following locations. You may make a reservation on the Disney World website or by calling (407) 939-3463.

• Droid Depot-build your own droid
• Savi’s Workshop-build your own Lightsaber
• Oga’s Cantina-snacks and drinks

Shopping For Treasures

No worries in the shopping department! There will tons of out of this world options for every Star Wars shopper in the galaxy.

• Creatures Stall-you will find amazing and rare animals that you won’t be able to resist!
• Toydarian Toymaker-handcrafted toys and collectibles.
• First Order Cargo-purchase gear and merchandise to show support to the First Order!
• Resistance Supply-gear and merchandise that proves your loyalty to the Resistance!
• Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities-the rarest of treasures will be found here!
• Black Spire Outfitters-for all of your apparel needs!

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Guide Tips

• You must have a valid park ticket to Hollywood Studios.
• Reservations do not guarantee entrance to Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. It will be capacity controlled.
• As of right now, Star War’s Galaxy’s Edge eateries will not be accepting the Disney Dining Plans.

We hope you find this Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Guide helpful when flying through the new land! We do recommend not really “flying”, you miss too much if you fly through!

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Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary

On May 1, 2019, Hollywood Studios will celebrate it’s 30th anniversary. It’s hard to believe that this park has been at Disney World for 30 years!! WOW! This park is a fan favorite with amazing attractions such as Rock ‘n Roller Coaster, Tower of Terror and Star Tours. Not to mention the new Toy Story Land that debuted last summer AND of course, the NEW Star Wars Land that will debut on August 29th of this year.

Here is what you can expect at this Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Celebration.

• Upon entering the park, pick up a commemorative guide map and special celebratory button.
• On May 1st starting at 10 am, Mickey and friends will begin a Celebration cavalcade heading down Hollywood Boulevard.
• Exclusive 30th Anniversary merchandise will be available! Some of the items will include 30th anniversary themed T-shirts, baseball caps, a Tervis 24-oz tumbler, new MagicBands, ornaments and much more. There will also be special merchandise only for Disney Annual Passholders. Merchandise will be available at 8 am in Grand Park, while supplies last. (Please note: Merchandise will go on sale at 8 am, Disney’s Hollywood Studios opens at 9 am).
• The new nighttime show, Wonderful World of Animation will be the park’s new projection show and will make it’s first appearance on May 1st. The Chinese theater will be magically transformed while paying tribute to animation. Beloved moments in our favorite Disney films will be showcased! The show will begin at 9:05 pm, just prior to the Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular fireworks show.
• Delicious food and drink items created specifically for this anniversary party will also be available, beginning May 1st. The iconic Sorcerer’s hat is BACK!! OK, it’s a snack, but still..we loved this hat!
• Be sure to check out Disney Parks Blog, FOODIE GUIDE for all of your “must haves” for the big celebration!
• Speaking of deliciousness, Hollywood Studios will be bringing back some of the most popular dining options from years past with “LEGACY OFFERINGS”. These are tried and true offerings that date back all the way to the park’s opening in 1989 from Hollywood Studios’ 50’s Prime Time restaurant and The Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant.

If the month of May is your Disney month, be sure to click this link: MAY AT DISNEY WORLD. This will give you the inside scoop on all things Disney during this month! May looks to be a pretty magical month to visit Disney World, and especially Hollywood Studios!

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Video: Magic Kingdom Main Street Trolley Show Christmas Edition

If you haven’t seen the Christmas edition of the Main Street Trolley Show then you are missing a show that will definitely put you in the holiday mood! With festive costumes, dancing and Christmas music, it is a show you don’t want to miss!

Where the Trolley Stops

The performers ride the trolley until it stops at several different places on Main Street U.S.A. The show takes place several times a day. Make sure you grab a Times Guide at the entrance to Magic Kingdom to know exactly when the Main Street Trolley Show will be performed.

The Main Street Trolley Show consists of twelve performers, six on each side of the trolley. Once the trolley stops, the performers hop off and begin their show! With singing and dancing to Christmas music and holiday décor, it is a beautiful show. The songs performed are “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and “Jingle Bells”.

Tips

• The Main Street Trolley Show lasts about five minutes.
• Grab a Times Guide at the park entrance to see what time the Main Street Trolley Show will be performed.
• Since there are six performers on each side of the trolley, both sides of Main Street U.S.A. have a great view.

If you are visiting Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season, make sure you see all of the holiday additions at each of the four parks. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is another great way to celebrate this magical season!

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