food IS a theme park
We’ve got great news if you’re going to Disney World this month or January 2024!
2024!
Disney World just extended the hours for three of the four theme parks, which means you get MORE time in the parks! [Read more…]
It’s nearly 2024, and that means all our 2024 Disney trips are about to be that much closer.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
If you haven’t planned your trip yet, don’t panic! There’s still plenty of time to do so, and some people who live close by love to plan trips that are only a few weeks away. But before you plan your trip, there are a few big decisions you need to make.
When it comes to beloved Magic Kingdom rides, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is at the top of the list for many.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Located in Frontierland, the western ghost town-themed coaster is a great choice for those looking for a family-friendly ride. Plus, it’s one of our FAVORITE places to catch the Magic Kingdom fireworks each night. If you’ll be visiting Disney World in January, though, you might not be able to ride the attraction…
There are quite a few Disney World restaurants that get a bad rap.
Cinderella Castle
From lounges that people dismiss because of overpriced food to food courts where the menus are sometimes considered “bland,” we’ve heard a plethora of restaurant complaints over the years. But one of the most commonly trash-talked restaurants is located in Magic Kingdom, and its TripAdvisor rating isn’t too hot either!
If you’ve ever driven to Magic Kingdom, you know that it can be a pain!
Magic Kingdom Entrance
The Magic Kingdom parking lot, otherwise known as the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) is actually over a mile away from the park itself. Once you park, you’ll have to take a tram to the front of the TTC (or walk if you feel like getting those steps in), go through security, and then board either a Monorail or a ferryboat to ride the remainder of the distance to the entrance. But those doing this process today might have a big hurdle to jump.
You might not think that it’s possible to include the words “Disney World” and “ghost town” in the same sentence unless you’re talking about an epic idea for a Frontierland-style Haunted Mansion attraction. But the truth is, there are quite a few places in Disney World that are totally empty and abandoned.
Magic Kingdom
Sure, you may have heard about the old Discovery Island or River Country locations that no longer exist, but this time, we’re talking about a spot in Magic Kingdom that you probably walk past all the time.
Updated April 7th, 2025
Dining in Disney World can undoubtedly be done on a whim. And we do love to grab a new treat when we see one!
The Grand Ballroom in Magic Kingdom’s Be Our Guest Restaurant
However, when we have a full day planned, we like to have the best eats in mind before we get to a Walt Disney World theme park. After all, spending our dining budget on the best Disney food is important. That’s why we researched all the food that the restaurants in Disney’s Magic Kingdom have to offer so that you aren’t led astray!
Okay, so your Disney World trip is booked, your travel is sorted out, you’ve got your park pass reservations, and you’ve made your advance dining reservations. You’re done with all the planning, right?
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Well, no! That’s because things can change quickly in Disney World, especially when it comes to park hours. Yes, the park hours change OFTEN. We recently noticed some changes, too, that we need to tell you about, including an early closure at one park.
We talk a LOT about Disney food, but we also love to chat about Disney drinks.
Night Blossom
The one thing Disney does not lack is a variety of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Some of our fave drinks are located in the parks, like the Frozen Mint Tea in EPCOT’s Morocco, the Night Blossom in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora, and LeFou’s Brew in Magic Kingdom. Well, we just found out where to get LeFou’s Brew WITHOUT a park ticket.
Okay, do you consider Genie+ a MUST in Disney World these days?
Genie+
So many of us do because, let’s face it — we hate waiting in long lines, and Genie+ lets us use those shorter Lightning Lanes at many rides. However, Genie+ can get SUPER pricey sometimes, especially on busier days in Disney World (that surge pricing is NO joke). But on some days, like on December 10th, the price of Genie+ outright shocks us — but for a different reason.
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