Walt Disney World is in the business of, above all, creating magic. And at no time is that more evident – or fascinating – than in the “changing of the seasons”. As Magic Kingdom says good bye to Halloween, Santa’s elves literally create a Winter Wonderland overnight, and just in time for the first Disney Very Merriest After Hours event next week. This video is from a few years ago, and while some of the decor has changed, the process remains the same. Magic happens overnight! Read more
It may be the middle of July, but it’s also the perfect time to be thinking cool thoughts and planning for the most wonderful time of the year at Walt Disney World! If you will be visiting during this magical season, be prepared for beautiful decorations, wonderful music, fun festivities, joyous celebrations…and at the end of December…..lots and lots of people. Read more
Visiting the Walt Disney World resorts to see all the decorations is one of the best ways to get into the Holiday spirit: beautiful, imaginative, and amazing, if you are visiting during the Holiday Season, you owe it to yourself to take some time for some resort hopping. One of my favorites is the Animal Kingdom Lodge where the huge Christmas Tree in the lobby includes beautiful and fascinating ornaments from many African countries – and provides some great inspiration for your own tree at home! Read more
One of the most fun parts of the Christmas parade at the Magic Kingdom is the famous marching toy soldiers. Before Christmas week, you will only be able to see them at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but from December 22 to December 30, the parade – and these wonderful soldiers – are highlighted every afternoon and are a must see! Read more
To celebrate our Christmas in July here at The Affordable Mouse, I thought it would be fun to do a Top Ten List of ways to celebrate on a Disney trip during the holiday season! The great thing? Most of these fun things are free or included with your vacation! So here we go: Read more