Mickey Mouse cordially invites you to the grand celebration of the debut of his new magical celebration. Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire will be making its debut to guests on June 17th 2016. The performance will be a blend of new and memorable songs, colourful costumes, energetic dancing and magically spectacular special effects. The story will […]
Breaking News! – A New Princess to Join Disney’s Royal Court Summer 2016
Magical DIStractions is thrilled to share some breaking Princess news with you! Disney Parks Blog announced this morning that a brand new Princess will be joining Disney’s Royal Court this summer. Her name is Elena of Avalor, and she is Disney’s first princess inspired by Diverse Latin cultures. La princesa Elena is set to debut in the […]
Head to the Fiesta! at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort!
If you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World and your stay will be at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, then get ready for something NEW coming for families! According to Orlando Theme Park News, on Wednesday, April 6th, a weekly celebration will start called the ¡Viva Coronado Springs Fiesta! This celebration will begin with a children’s parade […]
Visiting the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? Don’t Miss the World Showcase Entertainment!
If you are headed to Walt Disney World Resort any time between now and May 30th, visiting the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival likely is high on your list. The topiaries are phenomenal and the food and beverage offerings at the Outdoor Kitchens are delicious. But as you tour the World Showcase soaking up […]
Take Me Out to the Ballgame–Disney Style!
Springtime brings lots of special events to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. For the 19th consecutive year, Walt Disney World Resort’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will host the Atlanta Braves Spring Training baseball games! I have been an Atlanta Braves fan ever since I was a little girl, and living in Florida meant […]
2016 Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival
Exciting news!!! Disney has announced the return of the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival presented by Chase, to Walt Disney World® Resort September 14 – November 14, 2016. The festival is starting earlier this year adding an additional nine (9) days! Each year foodies around the world unite to enjoy what is believed to be the largest food […]
Epcot Attractions with Short(er) Wait Times
No one likes to wait in lines; however, lines are a reality of visiting any theme park. Even Guests who know the ins and outs of FastPass+ have to wait in lines from time to time. If you’re in between FastPass+ reservations and the standby lines to the E-ticket attractions are long, there are several […]
Disney Dreamers Academy
The ninth annual Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and ESSENSE will be held March 3-6 at the Walt Disney World Resort. Almost 100 teenagers from across the United States will be participating in this 4-day, all-expense-paid educational and mentoring trip filled with fun and a little Disney Magic! “Disney Dreamers Academy provides an excellent […]
It’s Not a Vacation, It’s an Adventure! 5 Lessons from a First-Time Guest
As a Walt Disney World Resort vacation planning go-to person, I recently helped a friend plan her very first trip! I was overjoyed as she and her family of four had decided to visit Walt Disney World at a great time of year; during the International Food and Wine Festival and Mickey’s Not So Scary […]
RUMORS: Changes for Candlelight Processional in 2016?
Crazy, I know… but who can predict when rumors will start flying about Walt Disney World? This one seems particularly early though. It’s about the dining packages and seating at Epcot’s Candlelight Processional– for the 2016 holiday season. If you attended a Candlelight Processional this past season, you may have received a survey asking about […]