If you’ve ever ridden Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland, then you have seen the gorgeous restaurant that sits right on the water’s edge. Blue Bayou Restaurant is hidden in a little corner of New Orleans Square in Disneyland right outside of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride exit. This little restaurant looks like it […]
Breaking! October Travelers Check Those Dining Reservations!
It is being reported that Hollywood Studios will be closing early on October 6, 2016 for a private event. Disney is in the process of calling Guests that have evening dining reservations at Hollywood Studios and letting them know that they are being canceled. According to some, Fantasmic is also being canceled for that night. […]
Playing Favorites at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Welcome to my third article on attractions and experiences that I skip when visiting Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. In writing this particular article, it became very clear that I bypass more attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios than in any other theme park. While I do have some favorites, like Twilight Zone Tower of […]
Pimp My Stroller!
* I did not receive any compensation, free, or discounted products in exchange for my review. I have personally used everything recommended below and all opinions are my own. With my son’s 6th birthday rapidly approaching, my husband and I are preparing to lament the imminent loss of our favorite workhorse, the stroller. It seems […]
Reader Survey Results: I Love the Nightlife, I Love to Boogie
OK, while busting moves on the dance floor may not make my “Favorite Things” list, the evening entertainment offerings at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks most certainly do. Recently, the folks at Magical DIStractions asked readers to rank their favorite evening events, choosing from Wishes nighttime spectacular and the Main Street Electrical Parade at […]
First Glimpse of Disneyland’s New Rivers of America
Monday marked the official start to some major changes at Disneyland Park! Magical Distractions previously reported some big changes that were on the horizon at Disneyland to make room for the new Star Wars Land, and with these changes come some closures. Rivers of America which was built for Disneyland’s opening in 1955, was one of the […]
Walt Disney World Testing New Assigned Seating at Fantasmic!
Starting this week on Tuesday, July 21 it is being reported by WDW Magic that Walt Disney World will be testing new assigned seating for Disney’s Hollywood Studios‘ nighttime show, Fantasmic! During the test, Guests will not be able to make advance FastPass+ reservations for Fantasmic, but will be able to use the in-park FastPass+ […]
My Fantasmic! Cookie Experience.
Every time my family visits a Disney park, we try to do something we’ve never done before. Luckily, there is no shortage of options! On our most recent trip to Disneyland, we opted for tickets to the Fantasmic! Premium Viewing and Dessert Party. I’m here to tell you, this was an excellent decision. In order […]