Take a culinary tour of Southern Italy at this family-friendly restaurant and pizzeria at Epcot. Discover authentic Italian cooking, including hearty pastas, fresh salads and pizzas perfected in wood-burning ovens. (Excerpts from Walt Disney World website) Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria held its Grand Opening in August, 2010 but didn’t officially open until a month later. Because […]
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Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
Take a culinary tour of Southern Italy at this family-friendly restaurant and pizzeria in the Italy Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. The pizzas are cooked in one of three wood-burning ovens which are named after active volcanos in Italy. The menu is extensive and Guests can choose from a large variety of pizzas or they […]
Relax, have a drink, and a bite to eat at the Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge
The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge is located outside of the Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is a great little outdoor spot to sit, have a drink, enjoy light snacks and relax while people watching. This is the second time I have enjoyed the Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge. Last year, I wrote another review that […]
Magical DIScoveries – Your Weekly Dose of Disney History
Welcome to our weekly coverage of Disney History. This week we are highlighting important events that occurred August 1 – August 7, 1933 through 2010. August 1, 1997 – Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort opens at the Walt Disney World Resort. The resort is Disney’s first moderately priced convention hotel, featuring a 220,000-square-foot convention center with meeting and […]
Lottawatta Lodge at Disney’s Blizzard Beach! Where You’ll Find A Lotta Good Food!
Spending the day on the body slides and ski slopes at Disney’s Blizzard Beach works up an appetite! Whether you need to conquer a mighty mountain of hunger or cool off with a refreshing tropical drink, you’re sure to find what you need as there are many restaurants and snack vendors scattered throughout the park. Menus are posted in a couple […]
A Time of Reflection and My Top Five Favorite Articles to Write in 2015!
Now is the time when many, including myself, look back on the closing year and reflect on family, friends, life and the world around us. Today, I’d ask that you please indulge me while I share reflections of my time here on the Magical DIStractions site and reminisce about some of my favorite articles that I have written about “the […]
Italy Pavilion
ITALY PAVILION Enter this dazzling pavilion through architecture reminiscent of Venice, including a stunning version of the Campanile (bell tower) of St. Mark’s Square, bridges, gondolas and colorful barber poles. The architecture is a reproduction of the Doges Palace in Venice and the Disney Imagineers did a fantastic job recreating the buildings, sculptures and gardens […]
Overview of the 2015 Food and Wine Festival Special Events, Seminars and Demonstrations
On July 30th, Guests may begin booking special events for the 2015 International Food and Wine Festival presented by Chase. There is so much to choose from, it may seem a bit overwhelming. Here’s a quick guide to the seminars, demonstrations and parties that will be offered, listed by cost. Please note that Guests must be […]
Park Hopping with FastPass+
As a seasoned Walt Disney World Resort guest, I’m a big fan of the Park Hopper ticket option. I know which attractions and restaurants I like, and love having the ability to experience them on my own terms–being tied down to one park is just not an option for me! This was my first trip […]
Where in Walt Disney World Can I Find? The Table Service Parks Edition
It’s time for my third article in the Where in Walt Disney World Can I Find? series! So far, The Drinks & Snacks: Park Edition and The Counter Service Parks Edition have been covered. Now, it’s time that I post the Where in Walt Disney World Can I Find? The Table Service Parks Edition. When I […]