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Think Orange Thoughts

April 13, 2018

Little Orange Bird, in the Sunshine Tree. Won’t you think of something sunny just for me? Have you ever heard of the Orange Bird? Orange Bird was created in 1970 by Disney as a mascot for the Florida Citrus Commission, who would be sponsoring the Enchanted Tiki Room in Magic Kingdom. Orange Bird appeared in ad for Florida Oranges as well as in Adventureland in Magic Kingdom. He had his own record and illustrated book, featuring songs by the iconic Sherman Brothers! He’s a sweet ...

Disney Tips

Four Things You Must Do At Flower and Garden Festival

March 27, 2018

Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival has been in full swing for almost a month! Time flies when you’re having fun, amiright? I had a chance to visit the festival this past week and indulge in some of the food, flowers, and experiences and it was a blast! Flower and Garden Festival is my favorite of the festivals at Epcot, so it’s no surprise I spent three days of my trip there. For 25 years Flower and Garden Festival has become a spring tradition at Epcot ...

Disney Recipes

Watermelon Cucumber Slushy

March 23, 2018

Spring is finally here! I’m in the parks until Tuesday just taking in all that Disney has to offer this season. My Spring favorite would have to be the Flower and Garden Festival in Epcot! I just love the themed topiaries, delicious bites, and fun activities around the park. This year’s Flower and Garden Festival has 15 outdoor kitchens to enjoy, including one that is perfect for the Sunshine State — Florida Fresh! Florida Fresh offers sweet and tangy treats and is located ...

Disney Tips

How to Avoid the Lines at Walt Disney World

March 13, 2018

When you’re visiting the Most Magical Place on Earth, one thing that you’ll almost always expect to run into is crowds. In a place that serves over 50,000 people per day, long lines can seem almost unavoidable! While skipping all lines completely is virtually impossible, there are still several ways to avoid the long lines that people expect from Walt Disney World. After years of visiting the parks, I’ve learned a few ways to cut down on your line waiting time, allowing ...