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NEW Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Merchandise!
Posted on March 7, 2013 | No CommentsThis Wednesday was the first day of Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2013 and I was, of course, very excited to check out the new merchandise! Every year the festival features some newly designed merchandise while also bringing back old favorites. Even though our weather here in Orlando has... -
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Delivers Holiday Magic
Posted on November 29, 2012 | No CommentsOne of the most common questions I was asked while on the Walt Disney World Moms Panel, and still get asked today, has always been, “Is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party worth the ticket price?” My answer has always been a resounding, “YES!” This season, my response is the same,... -
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Delivers Treats For All!
Posted on September 18, 2012 | No CommentsOnce the holiday decorations appear on the train station and light posts at the Magic Kingdom, the best time of the year begins in the place where dreams come true. The crowds are drastically reduced after Labor Day, and some really unique events start up for lucky visitors. One of... -
NEW Her Universe Merchandise Debuts at Star Wars Weekends
Posted on May 19, 2012 | 2 CommentsOne of my absolute favorite times of the year are when Star Wars Weekends roll around at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. While I do profess that I am a geek/nerd in many ways, Star Wars holds an even dearer place in my heart because I grew up with it too. Like... -
Photo Highlights of the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival
Posted on April 24, 2012 | No CommentsThe Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival has been a family favorite for years, so of course this year was no different. Below are some of my favorite flowers and topiaries. I’ve left some displays out so you can discover them on your own when you visit. If you have... -
Duffy the Disney Bear Passholder Exclusive T-shirt
Posted on October 15, 2011 | No CommentsSince first learning of Duffy the Disney Bear‘s popularity in Japan’s Tokyo Disney Sea, I’ve been a huge fan and supporter of his presence here in the US Disney parks. I love reporting on Duffy’s new outfits and special edition Duffy bears already in costume. So of course I was... -
VIDEO: Star Tours Opening Day Characters in Full FORCE
Posted on June 8, 2011 | No CommentsA few weeks ago I was treated to an amazing experience, which was a media preview of the all-new Star Tours 2 in 3-D -- Star Tours: The Adventures Continue. -
David Tutera Visits Social Media Moms at the Disney Weddings Platinum Soiree
Posted on April 25, 2011 | No CommentsThe Disney Social Media Moms Celebration kicked off at Disney's Wedding Pavilion, where attendees were treated to a Platinum Soiree welcome reception. Champagne flutes and a buffet of candy - not sure what could be much better than that. -
2nd Annual Disney Social Media Moms Celebration!
Posted on March 10, 2011 | 30 CommentsIt’s hard to believe it’s been one year since the first-ever Disney Social Media Moms Celebration! It was such an amazing event and so much has happened since that time! I thought it would be great to go over some of my favorite moments from last year’s event as well... -
VIDEO: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party-Once Upon a Christmastime Parade
Posted on November 30, 2010 | 1 CommentIt is difficult to surpass the wonder that is the Boo to You Parade during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party – but if anything can, it’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. I was saying just the other day that I think I’m related to Buddy the Elf, because of... -
Boo to You! Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2010
Posted on September 21, 2010 | 3 CommentsIn addition to meeting Duffy the Disney Bear this past Saturday, some fellow Disney bloggers and I also got a chance to enjoy one of my very favorite special events at Walt Disney World – Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party! It’s so so hard for me to decide between... -
The Benefit Sale at Downtown Disney – Save & Give Back!
Posted on September 17, 2010 | 3 CommentsI love shopping! And when my shopping can benefit the Orlando local community, why then my ADOS (Attention Deficit OOOOOHHHHHH SHINEY) makes me a model citizen. The Disney Community Relations team has been working with Downtown Disney, the Heart of Florida United Way and their local agencies to create an... -
Farewell to Captain Rex – D23′s Last Flight to Endor Celebration
Posted on September 9, 2010 | 10 CommentsMany of you may have heard about the Last Tour to Endor party associated with the Star Wars Celebration V that took place at the Orange County Convention Center last month. I know I was disappointed that we couldn’t get it to work out logistically, so when I saw the... -
Disney Dooney and Bourke Princess Handbag Designs
Posted on July 30, 2010 | 10 CommentsNOTE: If you are looking for the Disney World Princess HALF MARATHON Dooney & Bourkes – click here! In an interesting turn of events, Disney has decided to release its newest design collaboration with Dooney & Bourke online first. The new Princess designs are at the Disney Store online.... -
Dooney & Bourke Exclusive Disneyland 55th Anniversary Collection
Posted on July 11, 2010 | 12 CommentsFollowing in the vein of Disney Cruise Line exclusive Dooney & Bourke bags, Disneyland park now gets its own special collection of these wildly popular handbags. Once again featuring Dooney & Bourke designer Ian Ray, Disneyland fans are sure to enjoy this newest offering from perhaps the most popular marriage... -
The Greatest Bathroom and Lounge On Earth!
Posted on July 9, 2010 | 22 CommentsDisney certainly is no stranger to circus themes, what with the whole Dumbo/Casey Jr. connection. However you may be surprised to hear there is actually a circus-themed lounge and bathroom within a now long-extinct attraction inside Epcot. A little bit of “The Greatest Show on Earth without the scary clowns.... -
Rewinding the Magic-The Return of the Main St Electrical Parade
Posted on June 8, 2010 | 15 CommentsSunday I asked for picture requests for last night’s visit to the opening of Summer Nightastic! at the Magic Kingdom, with the Main Street Electrical Parade and Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Spectacular. Sadly, I only received one real request (I know you readers are out there somewhere!? ). However, while I... -
It’s Summer Nightastic! Night! What Would YOU Like to See Pictures Of?
Posted on June 6, 2010 | 2 CommentsTonight I’m heading over to the Magic Kingdom with my family to experience Summer Nightastic! first hand. We’ll be seeing the Main Street Electrical Parade and the new Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Spectacular. I’m really excited because none of my children have seen the Main Street Electrical Parade. Ever! Last time... -
Dazzling Details of Summer Nightastic’s After Dark Excitement
Posted on June 3, 2010 | 2 CommentsThe “magic” in the Magic Kingdom gets a pyrotechnic boost and a megawatt power surge this ummer when “Summer Nightastic” premiers this weekend – June 6, 2010 and runs through August 14, 2010. Summer nights at Walt Disney World Resort will enchant theme park guests when glittering light magic, high... -
Wordless Wednesday: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Opens
Posted on March 3, 2010 | 3 Comments{Click to view in full size} The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival opens today! It’s one of our family’s favorite events of the year and we usually visit several times throughout the festival. The butterfly enclosure is just one of the many amazing experiences to enjoy. -
Disney’s Tables in Wonderland Discovery Dinner Experience at The Wave
Posted on March 1, 2010 | 12 CommentsLast week on ZannaLand, I posted the menu for the Tables in Wonderland Discovery Dinner at The Wave, featuring local Florida farms and ingredients. The dinner was, in a word – exquisite. I am not a wine drinker, but I discovered that good wine, makes all the difference and actually... -
YoBaby Winner and a Sneak Peek of The Wave Discovery Dinner
Posted on February 26, 2010 | No CommentsLast night was spent in food and wine wonderland as my mom and I enjoyed the Discovery Dinner featuring local Floridian specialties at The Wave restaurant. I’m working on editing pictures and writing up a full report, but until then I thought I’d leave you with a couple of pictures... -
Disney Dooney & Bourke Brown Mickey Pink Minnie and Blue Mickey Purses!
Posted on February 23, 2010 | 9 CommentsWell, we knew this was coming, Disney and designer Ian Ray of Dooney & Bourke have come out with more amazing new Disney Dooney & Bourke designs! According to the official Disney Parks Blog, there will be a Dooney & Bourke special event at Tren-D to welcome the new handbags.... -
Tables in Wonderland Menu for Discovery Dinner at The Wave
Posted on February 19, 2010 | No CommentsMy family has been Tables in Wonderland (formerly the Disney Dining Experience) members since its inception – when it started out as an option only for Florida residents. The program is now open to Florida residents, Annual Passholders and cast members too. Tables in Wonderland offers 20% off food and... -
Wordless Wednesday: Chef Robert Irvine Takes an Impossible Request
Posted on February 17, 2010 | 4 Comments{Not-so-Wordless…} One of the unexpected highlights of the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration was happening upon acclaimed celebrity chef Robert Irvine. We had no idea until that moment that he was there shooting a Dinner Impossible challenge. He was meeting with his team and happened to see Kathie and I...
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