Tom Bricker Archive
Walt Disney World’s first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of 2019 kicked off over the weekend, and I was in Magic Kingdom for the festivities. In this event recap, I’ll share photos of the new fireworks, parade floats, attraction overlays. I’ll also share thoughts on MNSSHP, review the experience, and more. If you’re looking for comprehensive
The 2019-2020 Disney Dining Plan comes in 3 tiers, with prices starting at $52.50 per night. This post offers Walt Disney World meal plan pricing, money saving tips, info about the popular “Free Dining” dates, what’s included on menus, our reviews of the different Dining Plans, and more. (Updated August 19, 2019.) When it comes
When to visit Walt Disney World is a common question, and as construction has increased, readers have been asking about the best years for a Walt Disney World vacation instead of months or weeks. At this point, it’s whether to go in 2020 or wait until 2021 for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? (Last updated
Walt Disney World has introduced the new Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Pass, allowing access to unlimited special event nights for $299 plus tax. Well, technically “only” 35 nights–but this allows Party Passholders to attend every party night in August, September, October, and November except for October 31, 2019. We bought the Mickey’s Not
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge restaurants and dining spots in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World now accept the Disney Dining Plan! This is good news and a surprising development after online menus have indicated “Dining Plans Not Accepted.” In this post, we’ll give a rundown of what we know so far, and offer some recommendations
Magic Kingdom is next up for our August 2019 Walt Disney World photo reports. In this update, we’ll look at the Halloween decorations around the park, Cinderella Castle walkway expansion, TRON Lightcycle Power Run construction, and more. My goal for this photo report was to rope drop Magic Kingdom on a lovely autumn day, race
Walt Disney World has announced a new discounted afternoon park admission option called the Mid-Day Magic Ticket, valid at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, or Hollywood Studios after 12 pm. In this post, we’ll offer pricing and share thoughts about this new WDW ticket offer. For starters, the basics. Walt Disney World’s new Mid-Day Magic
Epcot is first up for our August 2019 Walt Disney World construction updates. In this photo update, we’ll take a look at progress on the new park entrance, Leave a Legacy and fountain removal, work on the old Universe of Energy building, and preparations for Food & Wine Festival. Between the beginning of Food &
Rides and other attractions need to close from time to time at Walt Disney World for refurbishments including routine maintenance, safety upgrades, and improvements. This post offers a schedule of closures for 2019 and 2020 at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. (Last updated August 16, 2019.) While no one wants attraction closures
Green and Blue Milk are specialty drinks in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World, and at Disneyland that come in both non-alcoholic and alcoholic varieties. In this post, we’ll review this divisive drink, debate how it compares to Harry Potter’s Butterbeer, Dining Plan info, and our recommended approach with the
LEGO has announced the release of its new Disney Train and Station set, which pays homage to Walt Disney World & Disneyland Railroads plus Main Street USA Station. In this post, we’ll share photos of the upcoming app-controlled brick set, and thoughts about it. The LEGO 71044 Disney Train and Station set is a motorized,
