No I’m not going on a Disney cruise for a Mother’s Day gift…but a girl can “Dream” can’t she? 🙂 This photo is actually of the Disney Magic as she is docked at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. My heavens this is a lovely place and if you ever, EVER have the opportunity to go on a Disney cruise…even just a short one….do it, just for the chance to spend some time at this beautiful island. I didn’t want to leave….and you won’t either.
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Disney Fun From Around the World: Week of April 25, 2011
Happy Weekend Disney Friends! Tomorrow is the first of May and probably my favorite 
month of the year…warm, not hot (at least not usually here in Maryland 🙂 ), less rain (I hope!!!), and everything is green and in bloom. It is a lovely time of year and you can’t help but smile. Speaking of smiling….here are some of my favorite Disney blog posts from the past week that all brought a smile to my face…and I hope they do to you as well! Enjoy!
As always, Chip and Co. keeps me very busy reading all the interesting and helpful Disney views and news items. I thought this one with some Disneyland Tips and Tricks – Some Helpful Planning Tips might be great for those of you who might be visiting Walt’s “first” park this summer. And this one may have been written specifically for me, because photography is not my strong suite: Walt Disney World Tips And Tricks: Photo Tips Lastly, I wanted to share this post for those of you who may not have Downtown Disney as part of your regular touring plan: Guide to Downtown Disney – ‘Must-Sees’ for First Timers Read more
Be Our Guest: Disney Vow Renewals
Celebrating today’s Royal Wedding in Disney style, I am especially excited to welcome Belinda as a Guest Blogger for us! Belinda frequently writes for Disney Guru, where she recently shared her experiences having a Disney Vow Renewal. I was thrilled when she agreed to provide us with the “affordable” side to her wonderful day! Welcome Belinda…and thank you! 🙂
Always wished your wedding was with Disney but it just wasn’t affordable? Opt for a Vow Renewal, save a ton and have the next best thing!
When I was asked to do a guest post for The Affordable Mouse, I was honored to be a part of such a wonderful and helpful Disney site. I thought to myself, what I could share with all of you in terms of Disney being affordable? Then I knew! If you are like me, you dreamt of your wedding being with Disney but for most of us, reality set in, as the cost is extremely high. Disney weddings can cost well into the $30,000 mark, depending on how lavish you go. Why not opt for the next best thing? A Disney Vow Renewal cost a lot less and is a lot more affordable. Read more
Wordless Wenesday: Jungle Cruise…an Oldie but a Still a Goodie
Once upon a time, Jungle Cruise was the coolest thing around when it came to animals and Disney World. The idea that you could take a boat ride on some of the “rivers of the world” and have someone guide you as you drifted by wild animals and headhunters…well unless you were planning a real trip down the Amazon, this was the next best thing. In Disney style of course. Then Disney’s Animal Kingdom was born…and suddenly those animatronic “wild” animals seemed sort of…..well not very wild, at least not compared to the real thing.
But I don’t think that has lessened the charm of Jungle Cruise. I still think the animals are pretty awesome, and I still totally appreciate the technology that created them. It really is an amazing attraction!
Of course, the Boat Guides are pretty darn entertaining themselves….. 🙂
Many thanks to Brenda for this great photo!
Disney Fun From Around the World: Week of April 18, 2011
Greetings Disney Friends! Happy Easter to those of you celebrating tomorrow, and Happy 
Passover to those of you who celebrated this past week! I hope that these special holidays are a time for you to share some truly magical memories with your family and friends!
Lots of great Disney blog posts this past week as usual! Here are just a few of my favorites!
Chip and Co always offers such a great variety of Disney news and views every day. This week I especially loved two posts, both which were from Ken! The first was another of his Oldies But Goodies series. This one was on Becoming A Kid Again At Walt Disney World The second one I truly relate to because it is a favorite of mine as well: Best Things I Love About Disney – Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
I am enjoying following Disney Bird as she plans her Disney vacation. This week she started getting “souvenirs” to surprise her daughter with when at Disney World: Disney Goodies!
In the spirit of the season, enjoy Ashley’s fond memories of Disney’s Easter Parade at Disney Dispatch: Because I Stinkin’ Love Disney World
Ever wonder what happens if you forget to make your Magical Express reservations? Find out what to do at Disney Driven Life: DISNEY’S MAGICAL EXPRESS
Kelly at Disney Guru shares my love for Illuminations: Reflections of Earth. She talks about this wonderful show and includes some great tips for watching it too!
Would you like “Mickey” to deliver a special gift to a loved one while on your Disney vacation? Well now you can…sort of. Disney Parks Blog tells how: Mickey Mouse in Your Walt Disney World Resort Room
From DisZine comes a sneak peek at some New Disney Ear Hats Inspired by Epcot’s World Showcase Coming in May. What do you think?
Many families love to have matching t-shirts while on their Disney vacations. This week, April shares how to make some really cool ones at WDW Fan Zone: Spray Painted Mickey Mouse T-Shirts
And I was very busy visiting some other Disney sites this week too!
I wrote this for Chip and Co about one of my favorite things to do at Disney World: Beginners Guide to Pin Trading
I shared some of our top planning tips at Disney Dispatch: Nancy’s Monthly Magic
I also discussed my thoughts over at at WDW Fan Zone, about Disney’s “Let the Memories Begin” promotion…..and one very special vacation that we had: Creating Magical Disney Memories
And I made it into some other “news” as well (she said modestly 🙂 ):
Disney Bug provided a very nice review of my new affordable Disney dining ebook: Magical Meals Review! Thank you Amanda!
And you can read the second part of my interview with Examiner.com: Disney travel site: Interview with Nancy Bobby of The Affordable Mouse (part II)
Well that’s it everyone! Have a beautiful, joyous, and truly magical weekend!