Your opinions are important to us so a few weeks back, Magical DIStractions asked our readers for their thoughts on several subjects. One of those subjects being “What is your favorite snack at the Magic Kingdom?“ 1st Place As you can see from the above graph, the Dole Whip/Dole Whip Float beat out the other snack options […]
Reasons I Keep Returning to Walt Disney World
If you’re a lover of Walt Disney World Resort who travels there frequently, you’re probably familiar with this conversation: Friend/coworker/family member: “Where are you going on vacation this year?” You: ” Walt Disney World.” Friend/coworker/family member (either appalled or incredulous): “Walt Disney World! AGAIN? Why on earth would you go there AGAIN? Don’t you ever go anywhere else?” […]
Watch Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Live from the Comfort of Your Home!
If a trip to Walt Disney World Resort during the Christmas holiday isn’t in the cards for you this year, we’ve got good news to share! “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade” and “Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season” fireworks from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party can be seen live from the comfort of […]
Meg Croft, Former Walt Disney World President, Receives Main Street Window Honor
On October 30, 2015, The Orlando Sentinel reported that former Walt Disney World President Meg Croft received a window honor on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom. As the Orlando Sentinel said, receiving an honor such as this “is the Disney equivalent to a basketball player having his number retired” (excerpt from Orlando Sentinel article). When […]
Frozen’s Elsa to Transform Cinderella Castle Into Palace of Ice During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and there’s no better place to celebrate than at the Walt Disney World Resort! Mickey, Santa and all your Disney friends are preparing for the return of their annual celebration, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! The party, held at the Magic Kingdom park, begins with a visit […]
Harmony Barber Shop: A Shear Joy!
A visit to Harmony Barber Shop is a cut above the rest, yet surprisingly, many are unaware that it even exists! When strolling into Magic Kingdom Park, it might be hard to spot the shop among the old-time storefronts of Main Street, U.S.A. Past City Hall and nestled to the left of The Emporium, look […]
The “Other Pandora” Casts Its Charms on the Magic Kingdom
Pandora – the setting for Avatar – has gotten plenty of attention over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But Pandora Jewelry addicts need to check out this announcement. Not only have I told you about the new Disney Pandora Charms which will be available starting this spring, but you will no longer have to go to Downtown […]
Let’s Get Electric on Main Street!
“Purely magical!” is how I would describe the Main Street Electrical Parade (MSEP) at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Ever since I can remember this parade has always mesmerized me. The 20 minutes that the show lasts is completely electrifying. Starting at Town Square and winding its way to the back of the park, Tinker Bell leads the […]
Merry Christmas!!
Wishing each and every one of you a very Merry Christmas! As my daughter says “Christmas is the only day of the year that makes me as happy as when I am in Disney!” I hope you all have a blessed day!