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It's the return of the Elf on the Shelf shenanigans. The day after Thanksgiving marked the start of Elf Scout Return Week, the time when most families welcome back their scout elves or adopt new North Pole helpers. Our elves, Sugar Plum and Blizzard, usually arrive the day after Thanksgiving and true to form, they showed up for our North Pole Breakfast. You're never too old to have the elves help kick off the start of the Christmas season!
Where to find Santa Claus at Walt Disney World for 2017 Christmas season
Posted onWalt Disney World kicked off its holiday celebrations earlier this month, and that included the long-standing tradition of Santa Claus meeting with children and their families at his chalet at Disney Springs. This year, the location has moved and it's not quite as visible as in years past.
One family’s experiences at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Posted onEven in Orlando, guests and residents alike can dream of a white Christmas. But the closest we may come to that impossible feat in the Sunshine State is at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World, where it "snows" on Main Street, U.S.A., and guests enjoy hot cocoa on select dates in November and December. My family and I have attended the party for more than a decade, witnessing the changes through the years. As my children have gotten older - they're 13 and 15 now - our touring strategy has changed a bit, too.
Review: Disney-Pixar’s Coco is lively celebration of family
Posted onDisney-Pixar's newest animated film, "Coco," is a colorful interpretation of the Mexican tradition of celebrating El Dia de Los Muertos (The Day of the Dead). Directors Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina successfully use the holiday as a way to explore the always-popular themes of following your dreams and being true to yourself while still celebrating Latino culture and giving audiences a fresh storyline. Along the way, "Coco," tugs at our heartstrings - and not always in scenes we anticipate.
How to maximize your time at 2017 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Posted onMickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only lasts for five hours - from 7 p.m. to midnight - so you'll need a strategy in order to do most everything that's important to your group. It's unlikely that one family can do everything during that time.
But your party ticket allows you to enter the Magic Kingdom at 4 p.m., even though most party activities do not start until 7 p.m. You can use those three hours to really maximize your party time by experiencing other holiday entertainment, riding attractions, getting in line for rare characters and more.
Disney Christmas and Dogs Dooney and Bourke collections to be released on Thanksgiving weekend
Posted onTwo highly anticipated Disney Dooney and Bourke collections will be released next week. The Winter Wonderland (Christmas) design and the Disney Dogs are finally going to be available after they were unveiled over the summer.
New SpectacuLAB opens at Epcot at Walt Disney World
Posted onA new attraction with science as its focus opened this week at Walt Disney World. Housed in Epcot's Innoventions, The SpectacuLAB is a show in which guests can interact with real scientists and their intern as they demonstrate scientific principles. Family blogger Kristin Ford checks it out
Review: Disney Cruise Line’s Beauty and the Beast stage show
Posted onA tale as old as time takes the stage with "Beauty and the Beast," a brand-new musical production inspired by Disney's live-action adaptation of the animated classic. The show expands upon the most imaginative elements of the highly anticipated live-action and classic films to delight Disney Cruise Line guests aboard the Disney Dream.
Pre-sale tickets available now for new Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour
Posted onBilled as a first concert experience for kids, the new Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour will travel across the country in 2018, it was announced this week. Pre-sale tickets are on sale now, and general admission tickets go on sale Nov. 17. Launching March 14 in Southern California, the high-energy production is inspired by … Continue reading "Pre-sale tickets available now for new Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour"
Loaded with bonus features, Pixar’s “Cars 3” now available on DVD and blu-ray
Posted onPoised to race into your home, “Cars 3” is now available on DVD and blu-ray loaded with extra content. “Cars 3” clearly is an updated version of the original that shows a lot of creative spirit under the hood. Pixar artist Brian Fee’s 2017 directorial debut brought back the familiar animated cars voiced by Owen … Continue reading "Loaded with bonus features, Pixar’s “Cars 3” now available on DVD and blu-ray"
