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runDisney Virtual Series Celebrating 80 Years Of Marvel

runDisney Virtual Run

Calling all superheroes: It’s time to begin training to save the world… or at least earn some hardware that would make The Collector jealous!  Registration for runDisney’s 2019 Virtual Race Series opened on March 29, 2019 and I jumped at…

DIY Mickey Mouse Lamp

DIY Mickey Lamp

Disney fans everywhere do what they can to bring some Disney magic in to their everyday lives.  For some of us, that includes decorating our homes with Disney touches. It can be as simple as a tea towel in the…

Disney Cracking Down On Merchandise Resellers

Disney Shopping Addiction

Is Disney finally cracking down on resellers and personal shoppers?  With the new “2 per person” limit on merchandise, it seems Disney is finally paying attention. Personal shoppers and resellers have become more prevalent in the Disney community in recent…

What is Adventures by Disney?

ABD Italy

With the recent excitement surrounding the 2019 Adventures by Disney itineraries here are the answers to the most common questions I have be asked in the last few weeks. Adventures by Disney provides group guided family vacations to various domestic…

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Disney Parks Merchandise On Ebay

Rose Gold Ears Ebay

Disney releases new merchandise all the time at the parks.  There’s a different pin, popcorn bucket or Dooney purse for every season.  Occasionally – although it’s becoming more frequent, there are items that are just next to impossible to get! …

Fireworks For The Visually Impaired

Tactical Fireworks

What if there was a firework show that the visually impaired could enjoy?  How would that even work?  Leave it to the minds at Disney Research to come up with a solution – a firework show you can feel! We…

Disneyland Cast Member Retires After 60 Years

Oscar Martinez Disneyland

The longest-tenured Cast Member at the Disneyland Resort has retired after 60 years of service. Oscar Martinez began working in the Fantasyland quick service locations but spent the last 50 years working at the cafe on Main Street U.S.A. On…

Disney To Pay Workers For Lost Wages From Irma

Contemporary Resort Irma

The damages at Walt Disney World due to Hurricane Irma were not as bad as they could have been.  There were lots of downed trees and debris – but nothing that couldn’t be repaired.  For the most part, all resorts…

The Calm Before Irma At Disney

Hurricane Irma WDW Before the Storm

It was a gorgeous night at Walt Disney World after the showers earlier in the evening.  The clouds had gone and the severe humidity had passed, it was very comfortable. As we were out watching Happily Ever After from our…