It so frustrates me when I hear someone call Disney’s Animal Kingdom a zoo! When you visit Animal Kingdom and encounter the animals on the Kilimanjaro Safari, you realize that this is anything but a zoo! As you ride in a open-air jeep through the savanna, you will see animals on both sides of the jeep and we have had to stop to just let an antelope or another wild animal cross in front of you. Read more
Terrific Tuesdays
Terrific Tuesday: Rainforest Cafe
On a recent trip, we got caught in a slight rain shower as we exited Animal Kingdom. Not really feeling like getting wet, we ducked into Rainforest Cafe as we exited The Oasis. There is a convenient entrance into the restaurant to the right before you leave Animal Kingdom. Please note though – this is just another exit from the park, so you will need to re-enter the park just like the front entrance. Read more
Terrific Tuesdays: Mexican Pavilion
To me, the Mexican pavilion at Epcot is one of the coolest pavilions around World Showcase! In the middle of a bright hot sunny day, you can retreat to a lively fiesta evening in Mexico under the stars. Not only is it air conditioned, but looking at the stars above, you are transported into a relaxing part of the evening. Read more
Terrific Tuesday: Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace
On our recent trip, we decided we wanted to visit Trader Sam’s Grotto, which just opened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. After we arrived at Trader Sam’s Grotto however, we found there was an hour wait and even then a seat was not guaranteed. Read more
Terrific Tuesdays: Holidays Around the World at Epcot
Since Epcot at Walt Disney World hosts nations from around the world, it’s only fitting that these nations share a little about the holiday celebrations in their countries in “Holidays Around the World.” Read more