Terrific Tuesdays: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

 I have been a Walt Disney World annual pass holder for several years and am fortunate enough to go to the parks quite often. However my job does not usually allow me to visit near the holidays. This year is different and I was able to go last week. While I was there I was contemplating going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. I had never been before and I was thinking if the only “extra” is hot cocoa and cookies, I can buy an awful lot of those things for the $70+ that the additional ticket costs. I decided that this maybe the only time I could go, so a small group of my friends went to the party. If you are on the fence like I was, perhaps I can help you make your decision. It is WAY more than free cookies and hot cocoa! Read more

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Cast Member’s Corner: A Very Merry Holiday Season Fast Approaching

With the fall rolling in it’s got people thinking about the holidays coming up.  Going into stores now, not only do they have Halloween items up, but also I’ve even seen Christmas decorations and heard holiday music playing through the sound systems.  With the impending holidays coming up it got me to thinking.  Many people, me included, travel for the holidays to spend time with loved ones and friends.  I’ve often wished to spend the actual holidays at Disney although I’ve never stayed for them.  Some people may not realize it but you really can celebrate the holidays at Disney and it can feel almost like you’re celebrating them at home. Read more

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Holiday Itineraries at Walt Disney World: Part Two

Having a game plan for visiting the parks is a must, and this is especially true for guests visiting during the holidays – partly because the holidays are very busy, and partly because there is just so much to see and do! Continuing from last time, here’s some tips on planning your holiday itinerary at the Magic Kingdom. Read more

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“What’s This, There’s White Things in The Air. In November?”

 Merry Christmas in July!   Did you know that Walt Disney World celebrates the Christmas season for over 2 months?  Due to work and family obligations, I’ve not been lucky enough to spend the holiday season at Walt Disney World; and unfortunately, it doesn’t look like I’ll be able to anytime soon.  But… I was lucky enough to be at Magic Kingdom for the beginning of the “change over” between the seasons.        Read more

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Thrifty Thursday: Merry Top Ten!

 

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

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