Blog Posts Tagged Meet and Greet

Dinner with Cinderella at 1900 Park Fare

7/2/2019 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • My favorite part of any Disney vacation is seeing my children experience the magic and wonder of the Disney parks. Part of that magic is meeting their characters! Having two young daughters- they are both excited to see each and every princess, but Cinderella is their current favorite! How perfect that we can see Cinderella, Prince Charming, the stepmother and the stepsisters all in one place- 1900 Park Fare in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort! Located just minutes from Magic Kingdom park- the Grand Floridian is my all-time favorite resort. Nestled on the first floor you will find 1900 Park Fare with a nightly dinner buffet featuring your favorite characters from the classic movie Cinderella. Upon arrival you will take a picture in front of the beautiful mural just outside the restaurant; this photo is included with your Memory Maker if you have chosen to add that to your resort package! […]

Birds, a Dog, and Ducks…Oh My!

5/9/2018 • Walt Disney World • BIG CHANGES have been happening at Disney World…(in case you haven’t heard).  From the long-anticipated Toy Story Land coming to Hollywood Studios at the end of June 2018, to room renovations at their ever-popular themed resorts, and gondola systems being constructed as an added form of transportation…the changes seem endless. Disney never fails to keep finding ways to strike the interest of its fans with new and exciting big projects!   Last year in Animal Kingdom, the large addition was Pandora – The World of Avatar.  While the momentum of that land has not seemed to waiver after months of being open, Disney likes to add some smaller changes to the parks as well to keep with its evolution.  Making smaller additions to the parks keeps the interest of the Disney fans so they always have something NEW to look forward to on their next trip. Even with a major opening […]

Bon Voyage Breakfast- Trattoria al Forno- Disney’s Boardwalk Inn

8/1/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • A relatively new experience, the Bon Voyage Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno is a lovely alternative for  character meals.  Meet two of the most adventurous princesses out there – Ariel and Rapunzel! Accompanied by Prince Eric and Flynn Ryder {Eugene for those that know him well}, no less!  Introduced by royal decree – each couple comes to visit tables and bring adventure to every family!  Sometimes, Ariel may ask you to swim with her like her favorite fishy friends in a conga line! This restaurant boasts a charming, dark-wood, tile-floor, open kitchen concept everyone is sure to love. The dining room is more intimate, and ordering off menu versus a buffet is a wonderful change of pace!  Every menu item is inspired by The Little Mermaid or Tangled.   Before you start your adventure, each table has a “Bon Voyage Adventure Journal” to fill out. In it, your family will […]

5 Favorite Mickey Meet and Greets at Walt Disney World

6/15/2017 • Walt Disney World • Today, I am sharing with you 5 incredible places to meet Mickey Mouse at Walt Disney World.  What is a “Meet and Greet” you ask?  It is a designated spot to find Disney Characters.  Your family is able to meet with them, take pictures and get their autographs. Meeting a character is one of the best things you can do on your Disney Vacation! It is so much fun to get your picture, but you also get to experience their personality in real life {the characters do some pretty entertaining things!}. Take a look at my favorite spots to meet the Mouse himself!   5 Favorite Spots to Meet Mickey Mouse:   Magic Kingdom – located on Main Street USA in the Town Square Theater Meet Talking Mickey dressed as a magician at this location.  It is so fun interacting with your “favorite” mouse. If you’re lucky, he might even show you […]

Dining with Disney Royalty at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall

4/18/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is located at Epcot's Norway Pavillion. It is a fantastic opportunity to meet and greet with Disney Royalty on your next Walt Disney World vacation.   Join the Disney Princesses for Storybook Dining inside a medieval castle setting in heart of Norway.  When you arrive, guests are immediately greeted by Belle in her gorgeous yellow ballgown.  Don't worry, a Photopass photographer is present! This means you will have a fantastic photo on your Memory Maker photo account. You will be able to enjoy later and send out to family and friends.   After your visit with Belle, guests are are seated in one of two rooms reminiscent of great hall inside a storybook castle.  On my most recent visit, our waiter Paal explained the menu and made suggestions from the menu.  At lunch and dinner, every Guest’s royal feast begins with a “Taste of Norway”. This features Scandinavian seafood, […]

A True Star Wars Fan Bucket List Item

1/13/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • The Star Wars Guided Tour Star Wars has always had a large fan base.  With the release of two new Star Wars movies, one in 2015 and one in 2016, that fan base has grown. Star Wars is now more main stream than ever.  Until recently, there’s never been a place where Star Wars fans could go to meet and experience Star Wars….Disney style.  Since the ending of Star Wars Weekends, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has slowly been ramping up Star Wars experiences.  One of the more recent experiences added is the Star Wars Guided Tour. This 6 hour tour ($99 per person), will give you VIP access to seeing stars during a screening of the movie, Star Wars: Path of the Jedi.  You’ll also have a reserved viewing area to watch 2 live stage shows – Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away and March of the First Order.  If […]

Supercalifragilistic Breakfast- 1900 Park Fare

10/12/2015 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • Character breakfasts are a dream come true for children and adults alike visiting Disney Destinations.  There are none more ‘super’ than the “Supercalifragilistic Breakfast” at 1900 Park Fare, located at the beautiful Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.   Upon arrival in the Grand Floridian lobby, you will check in at a hostess kiosk in a grand hallway that leads to a topiary garden and a dining hall.  There, you and your family will have your photo taken before being seated in the dining hall.   Unlike other restaurants on property, this dining location is intimate, yet seats a lot of guests.  You are greeted by a world class server, and drinks are served - a house made fruit juice will start your day off right! Then, you may help yourself to an unlimited buffet of American style breakfast items and fruits - complete with Mickey Waffles!  You will notice characters […]

Chip and Dale’s Harvest Feast at the Garden Grill is a “MUST” for Dining at Epcot!

9/22/2014 • Walt Disney World • When my family started planning our recent August vacation to Walt Disney World, there was one place that I knew we would need to book.  While everyone has a favorite restaurant and character meal, The Garden Grill in Epcot’s Land Pavillion is always at the top of their list.  We have enjoyed dinner here on our last three visits to the parks. What makes this restaurant so special?  EVERYTHING!!!  The Garden Grill is located in Future World of Epcot.  The restaurant slowly rotates as you enjoy your meal and interact with Farmer Mickey, Pluto, Chip and Dale.  By the time you have finished your meal, you have made one full revolution within the scenes of the Living with The Land attraction.  (**You will want to make sure that you enjoy this attraction that travels through the greenhouses before dinner.  Your kids will be amazed to see how they are growing […]

“Caw! Caw! Roar! – Calling All Wilderness Explorers!!!

5/3/2014 • Walt Disney World • Calling all Wilderness Explorers!  Are you ready to journey through the jungle, find your way through the forests and make your way through Animal Kingdom Park to earn your wilderness badges? Follow in the footsteps of Russell and his faithful dog, Dug from the movie UP! as you tackle dozens of self-guided activities that get you exploring and experiencing Animal Kingdom Park in a new way.  With over 30 badges to earn and collect, this is a great activity to continue to enjoy on multiple visits to the park.  Every challenge is different and once you complete an activity, you collect a new sticker badge to put in your official Wilderness Explorer field guide. To register as a Wilderness Explorer, head to the bridge near the Oasis to Discovery Island.  Your explorer will be given instructions and a map showing the park location for each task to be completed.    The […]