• Practical Magic Themed Dinner
    Dinner and Movie Nights (Non-Disney),  Halloween

    Practical Magic Themed Dinner

    Grab your broomsticks, because we’re getting the coven together for a Practical Magic themed dinner! Practical Magic is the story of the Owens family of modern-day witches. The family faces closed-minded prejudice in their small Massachusetts town, as well as a curse that causes any man an Owens woman falls in love with to die. Throughout the movie, Owens sisters Sally and Gillian utilize “practical magic” to cast spells, perform a resurrection, and fight supernatural forces. Practical Magic has a charming and cozy autumn aesthetic perfect for this time of year. And with a long-awaited sequel arriving this fall, it seemed like the perfect time to plan a Practical Magic…

  • Scream Themed Dinner
    Dinner and Movie Nights (Non-Disney),  Halloween

    Scream Themed Dinner

    What’s your favorite scary movie? Because tonight we’re heading to Woodsboro, where the phone rings off the hook, and dinner is an utter scream. So, lock your doors and check the closets, because tonight we’re sharing our Scream themed dinner! Scream is my ultimate favorite scary movie – you could say Ghostface is my Ghost-fave (this terrible pun was inspired by numerous typos while composing this article). I love the whodunnit aspect of the movie, which keeps you guessing who’s behind the mask. Plus, the film is full of 90s nostalgia (RIP video rental stores 😢). With Halloween around the corner, I decided it was the perfect time to create…

  • 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Checklist
    Halloween,  Vacation Planning Tips and Tricks

    2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Checklist

    Fall has arrived at Walt Disney World, and that means it’s time for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!  And to help prepare you for the spine-tingling fun, we’ve created a checklist of all the 2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party offerings! Guests flock to this premiere after hours event to enjoy specialty entertainment, trick-or-treating throughout Magic Kingdom, dance parties, and rare character sightings.  There are a ton of exclusive offerings during this five-hour affair.  And with our 2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party checklist, you’ll be able to prioritize your favorites and make the most of your party time! But before we dive into our checklist for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, let’s go…

  • Coral Reef Restaurant Review
    Reviews

    Coral Reef Restaurant – A Disney Dining Review!

    Dive under the sea, because we’re heading to EPCOT to share our Coral Reef Restaurant dining review! Coral Reef Restaurant has been an EPCOT staple since it opened its doors in 1986. The restaurant is famous for its panoramic views of the Living Seas aquarium. While dining, guests can admire a living coral reef and more than 60 aquatic species including sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Growing up in the 90s, I caught my first glimpses of Coral Reef while watching the Boy Meets World and Full House Disney World specials. As a child, I thought it looked like the coolest restaurant ever. Dining alongside marine life and an occasional…

  • Sandlot Themed Dinner
    Dinner and Movie Nights (Non-Disney)

    The Sandlot Themed Dinner

    Step up to the plate, because it’s time to swing for the fences with our Sandlot dinner and movie night! The Sandlot is a summer staple in our house. Nothing brings on the nostalgia more than childhood innocence, the crack of the bat, and endless summer freedom. Our two youngest are playing baseball and softball this summer, making The Sandlot feel even more relatable as our days are filled with games of catch, batting practice, and cheering from the stands. So, this year, I decided it was the perfect summer to create a Sandlot-themed dinner! Our Sandlot dinner menu focused on all-American ballpark classics with nods to the film. We…

  • Avengers Themed Dinner
    Disney Themed Dinners

    Avengers Themed Dinner

    Avengers, assemble! The Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are uniting once again to bring you the ultimate Avengers themed dinner and movie night. I’m on a mission to marathon every Marvel Cinematic Universe movie with my kids to gear them up for their first-ever visit to Avengers Campus. I can’t believe we’ve never been to the West Coast Disney parks, and that’s something I plan to remedy soon! So, to make this marathon extra fun and immersive, I’m pairing each superhero with a themed menu item. Get ready to bring the action from the screen to your table, and be the hero of your next movie night with this Avengers themed dinner!…

  • 50's Prime Time Cafe - A Fantasmic Dining Package Review
    Reviews,  Vacation Planning Tips and Tricks

    50’s Prime Time Café: A Fantasmic Dining Package Review

    Grab a seat at the table, because we’re heading to Mom’s kitchen to review the Fantasmic Dining Package at 50’s Prime Time Café! Dining at 50’s Prime Time Café is like sitting at the kitchen table in a 1950’s home. Here, you’ll find Formica tables, kitschy décor, and black-and-white televisions featuring clips from popular prime-time shows of the era. It truly is a blast from the past! Not only is the décor of 50’s Prime Time Café fully immersive, the waitstaff are too! In fact, there are no servers here – they’re family! You may have a cousin, aunt, or uncle taking care of you while you dine while Mom…

  • Droid Depot: Build Your Own Droid in Galaxy's Edge
    May the Fourth,  Vacation Planning Tips and Tricks

    Droid Depot: Build Your Own Droid in Galaxy’s Edge!

    This week, we’re covering everything you need to know about Droid Depot at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge! Galaxy’s Edge is the immersive world of Star Wars located in Hollywood Studios. This bustling outpost offers lively markets, otherworldly food and beverages, and two high-flying attractions. But guests seeking to further immerse themselves in the world of Star Wars can take part in two unique build experiences – Savi’s Workshop and Droid Depot. At Savi’s, guests craft their very own custom lightsabers. This is the premiere Star Wars experience, so I’ve heard, which I’m saving for when my son is a little older. So, this trip, we booked a reservation for the…

  • Zootopia Themed Dinner
    Disney Themed Dinners

    Zootopia Themed Dinner

    Get ready to “try everything” with our Zootopia themed dinner and movie night! In the bustling mammal metropolis of Zootopia, anyone can be anything! And this motto rings true for Judy Hopps, the first bunny to join Zootopia’s police department. After receiving her first case, she teams up with Nick Wilde (a fox con artist) to investigate a series of animal disappearances. However, their investigations lead them to uncover an even deeper conspiracy in their city. My kids are animal-lovers, so it’s no surprise Zootopia is a hit with the family. The diverse cast of animal characters, witty humor, and well-crafted mystery have made Zootopia a staple of movie nights,…

  • Tusker House Dining Review
    Reviews,  Vacation Planning Tips and Tricks

    Tusker House – A Disney Dining Review!

    Jambo, readers! Today, we’re heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to review our recent dining experience at Tusker House. Guests of Tusker House are treated to a safari adventure as they dine alongside popular Disney Characters in an African marketplace setting. Hosted by Donald Duck, visitors are also joined by Mickey, Daisy, and Goofy during their dining experience. Tusker House serves an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet spread for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You’ll find a bounty of options including African-inspired dishes and standard American fare. We made lunch reservations for our most recent visit to Tusker House, so that will be the focus of this review! Reservations are highly recommended for this popular…