CanDoItMOM aka Mouse Fan Diane

Flashback Friday ~ 2006 Cinderella's Castle

2012-02-24T15:11:00.000-05:00

Flashback to April 2006 at Walt Disney World

Celebrating 50 years of Magic around the World during the Happiest Celebration on Earth. This celebration went on from May 5th 2005 - September 30, 2006. It was in celebration of the 50 years of Disney theme parks and also when Disneyland opened in California on July 18th, 1955.

Thank you Deb for hosting this Flashback Friday -- Join US @ http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

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Flashback Friday ~ Hoop Dee Doo Revue

2012-02-17T14:08:00.000-05:00

Ticket from the Awesome Dinner Show

Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue at Fort. Wilderness

This show not only entertains everyone, the food is fabulous too, I think my favorite part is the salad.

We love this show and this ticket is one of the kids, check out the price..

I believe this is 2003 or 2004..

I love Mickey in his Pioneer Outfit

Thanks for stopping by and what is your favorite Disney Dinner Show? ;-)

Thanks Deb for hosting, join us @ http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

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Wordless Wednesday ~ Zebra Love at Animal Kingdom Lodge

2012-02-15T13:53:00.000-05:00

Welcome to my almost Wordless Wednesday with the Zebras of Animal Kingdom. Our stay there in January was magnificent because we got to wake up every morning to another beautiful sight. This morning we got to see the zebras come close to our room..

Before

After

Thank you to my good friend Deb for hosting and join us @ http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

Thanks and Have A Magical Day

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Arrg!! My Review of Disney's Pirate Rooms

2012-02-14T09:52:00.000-05:00

Staying in a Pirate Room at the Caribbean Beach Resort

I can't rave enough about how COOL this room was from the plank carpet to the POTC skull on the privacy divider, it made the whole experience fantastic. If you and your family were thinking about staying at the Caribbean Beach resort located near Disney's Hollywood Studios you should.

Hangin at the Beach at CB

1st, a little bit about Caribbean Beach Resort at Walt Disney World. This resort has very beautiful landscaping with a tropical theme too it. The colors of the buildings, flowers and plants make it seem like your in the Caribbean. There are 5 different themed countries inside the resort -- Jamaica, Trinidad, Aruba, Barbados and Martinique. Your room is assigned to one of these tropical areas and ours was in Trinidad South. I loved the variety of food at Old Port Royale, it is the main gathering building for food and buying souvenirs and it has definite Caribbean theme in the building. The food also has a Caribbean flare to it and included some healthy choices, your usual kids meals along with steaks, burgers, sandwiches, pizza and more. My kids had no problem finding their favorites (pizza).

A look at some of the great food

This resort has 6 pools but, the Main One near Old Port Royale Centertown was a incredible. It had water slides, waterfalls and water cannons, a real Pirate/Caribbean feel.

And now to our great room, I was so surprised to see how much detail went into this room but, Hey it's Disney, Right? From the cool plank carpet to Davy Jones ship. The floor design actually looked like planks on a ship but, it was carpet. Davy Jones' ship, The Flying Dutchman was in the shower, a big carving in stone. You would be amazed at the detail of the carving in this shower wall.

Plank Carpet

Picture this while your showering

The Privacy Screen

The table in the room had Jack Sparrow's compass on it, plus all your room info -- Pizza delivered to your room too.

The table in the room

I love the new addition that I have been seeing in guests rooms. The privacy screen makes your room even more flexible so you can change and shower in privacy. Our room of course had the Jolly Roger on the curtain from The Pirates of the Caribbean, it is so cool.

The refrigerator was a whiskey barrel, which looked just like the ones from the POTC attraction. The creativeness of putting a mini-refrigerator in a barrel was genius. It was very interestingly disgusted.

The Fridge is in a barrel?

And finally the beds were shaped as Pirate ships with a treasure of jewels on the comforters. The whole headboard was designed with the front of the Pirate ship, including lights above the bed were lanterns, a sail and the wheel. My kids just loved it and we had a lot of fun staying here. It's a must do for all pirate fans. And that is the main reason we stayed here. We are huge POTC fans and even though we are DVC members, we wanted to experience this room and see it for ourselves. We were not disappointed, we gave it a big thumbs up..

A Pirate's Bed

Check out these Jewels

Thanks for stopping by and if you have stayed in one of the Pirate Room's would love to get your thoughts..

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Get the 411 on Valentine's Day at Disney

2012-02-11T20:23:00.000-05:00

Art for Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park

Take 5: Celebrate Valentine's Day with Disney Parks

posted on February 11th, 2012 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks

Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park Features Romantic Moments in Disney Animation as Part of 'The Magic, The Memories and You!' Love is in the air, and what better way to spend time with your Valentines than here at Disney Parks? Even if you are just spending quality time with family or friends, there are plenty of hot spots, cozy restaurants, and picture-perfect locations to visit with your loved ones.

How will you celebrate Valentine's Day at Disney Parks this year?

Discover ‘Pirate’s Passion’ this Valentine’s Season at Walt Disney World Resort – Looking for a gift from the heart? Check out this unique Valentine idea from Disney Floral & Gifts.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort – The Downtown Disney District will host “Romance of the Big Band Era” with tunes, food and films – ingredients for the perfect date!
Love Is In The Air at the Disneyland Resort: Romantic Locations – Secret gardens, Snow White’s grotto, and hidden courtyards – Disney Parks Blog author Michelle Himmelberg takes you to all the romantic spots at Disneyland Resort.
Romantic Places at the Disneyland Resort, Part 2 – Planning to pop the question this Valentine’s Day? Take a look at this list of lovely locations for ideas.
More Fun Surprises in Store for ‘The Magic, The Memories and You!’ at Disney Parks – Enjoy a romantic evening with a special segment during the Disney Park’s projection show, “The Magic, The Memories and You!”

And Now for the Most Romantic Cake ~~ Well in my opinion, see what you think after reading the following story...

Red Velvet Cake

According to legend, red velvet cake was invented in the 1950s at Oscar's in New York's Waldorf-Astoria. However, Raven Dennis of Cake Man Raven Confectionary (whose recipe we adapted) claims red velvet cake originated during the Civil War, and that Southern ladies made it "to keep their husbands home".

FOR THE CAKE: 1 tbsp. butter: 2 1/2 cups plus 12 tbsp. cake flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cocoa powder 1 tsp. salt 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 1 cup buttermilk 2 tbsp. (1 oz.) red food coloring 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. white distilled vinegar

FOR THE FROSTING: 12 oz. cream cheese, softened 12 oz. butter, softened 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

For the cake: Preheat oven to 350.
Grease three 8" round cake pans with butter.
Dust with 2 tbsp. of the flour and set aside. Sift remaining flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa, and salt into a bowl. Beat eggs, oil, buttermilk, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar in a bowl with an electric mixer until combined. Add dry ingredients and beat until smooth, 1-2 minutes. Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake cakes, rotating halfway through, until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cake comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Let cakes cool for 5 minutes, then invert each onto a plate, then invert again onto a rack.

For the frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla in a bowl with an electric mixer until well combined. Add sugar and beat until frosting is light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Put 1 cake layer on a cake plate; spread one-quarter of the frosting on top. Set another layer on top and repeat frosting. Set remaining layer on top and frost top and sides with the remaining frosting. Press pecans into the sides of the cake.
MAKES ONE 8" CAKE

Recipe courtesy of ~

Romance is in the air! Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort will once again host Romance of the Big Band Era this Valentine's Day, and if you and your sweetheart are looking for a place to celebrate look no further! Starting today, you will find everything your hearts desire, including:
Swing bands at the Main Stage nightly from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11: Tim Gill & The All-Stars

Sunday, Feb. 12: The Swingcats

Monday, Feb. 13: The Wise Guys

Tuesday, Feb. 14: Tim Gill & The All-Stars

Swing dancers will be invited to be part of the festivities and in addition to offering swing dance lessons, there will be a Swing Dance-Off competition as well!

Gone with the Wind at AMC Theaters Feb. 10-16

Select restaurants offering special menus with couples dinner packages:
Ralph Brennan
Jazz Kitchen
Catal
House of Blues

Make your reservation soon! Call Disney Dining at (714) 781-DINE or (714) 781-3463 to make a reservation.

Be sure to pick up a red rose for your sweetheart from one of the flower vendors! We look forward to seeing you enjoying the festivities. Happy Valentine's Day from the Downtown Disney District!

Sounds like it's going to be an awesome Valentine's Day at Walt Disney World, wish I could be there, it's one of the Holiday s I haven't been there but that will change next year. Plan in action..

Thanks for stopping by on this Romance, Red and Roses Night ;-)

Flashback Friday~ It's 2003 at WDW

2012-02-10T11:39:00.000-05:00

Welcome to my Flashback Friday. This Edition takes place in the years 2003 & 2007. TWO Classics from Downtown Disney and Epcot. I love looking at the old photos, they are a treasure for me. Some really great Memories of what was once there.

I miss Mickey's Hand

This club was so much FUN, Have you been there?

Please join my good friend Deb and our hop today @http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

And enjoy the Disney Nostalgia. Thanks for stopping BY ;-)
Comments always welcome...

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Wordless Wednesday ~ Love is in the Air!

2012-02-08T13:14:00.001-05:00

Welcome to this week's Wordless Wednesday featuring 2 Princesses.

Cinderella and Abby..

Meeting the characters is a must do on every trip and you can see why in this photo.

Cinderella and My Girl

Please join our hop @ http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/ and I want to thank Deb our hostess for this week Lovely theme ;-)

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy ;-)

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The Magical Blogorail ~~ Most Romantic Thing at Disney

2012-02-07T07:00:00.024-05:00

The Most Romantic Thing I Have Witnessed at Disney

Welcome to those of you joining me from Joanna and her Amazing Technicolor Interwebs and those of you just hopping aboard, I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail Peach.

The topic for this month's post is about Most Romantic Thing I have witnessed at Disney. I can't think of anything more romantic than getting married at Walt Disney World. I have witnessed it once at Beach Club Resort and Mickey and Minnnie were right there with the happy couple.

It would be a dream come true for me to get married at Disney but, since I'm already married (happily for 18 years), I thought I would find out some details about what's involved to get married at Walt Disney World.

First, just to let you know there is a Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons team. They suggest you book your dream Disney wedding 16 months in advance. This ensures couples they can reserve the venue of their choice, and to allow plenty of time for relaxed planning with their Disney Wedding Planner. These Specialists are assigned to help arrange with everything from the food, flowers, pictures, video, transportation and complete any other special event details.

Second, A little girl's dream come true is when she feels like a Princess and having that Fairy Tale Wedding. To make that come true you need to have the gown to match. This is where Disney comes in, they are able to create a fairy-tale gown. Brides looking for a lovely couture can turn to the Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo collection, inspired by the style and personality of seven iconic Disney Princesses: Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Snow White, and Tiana.
The collection includes classic, grand ball gowns in layers of tulle and sparkle net, updated fit and flare styles to highlight curves and movement, and pleated and wrapped bodices to flatter the bride's figure.

Lastly, THE CAKE!! This one below is one of my favorites with all the bling and the castle too, it would definitely be my choice. A classic white cake, with a chocolate castle cake topper and bling, Just heavenly!

Photo Courtesy of Korri @Disney Wedding Blog

Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons is commemorating 20 years doing weddings and they have been inspiring dreams the whole way.. And for more info check out http://disneyweddings.disney.go.com/?CMP=NLC-DPFY10Q3DisneyInsider0477P

Some of the details are courtesy of http://disney.go.com/disneyinsider/insider/article/20110405

Thank you for joining me today. Your next stop on the Magical Blogorail Loop is our newest member to the Peach team, Kristen ~ Tips from The Disney Diva

Here is the map of our Magical Blogorail should you happen to have to make a stop along the way and want to reboard:

1st Stop ~ Disney In Our Blood
2nd Stop ~ Joanna and her Amazing Technicolor Interwebs
3rd Stop ~ CanDoItMOM aka Mouse Fan Diane (YOUR HERE)
4th Stop ~ Tips From the Disney Diva
Final Stop ~ 400 Miles to Disneyland

Thanks for stopping by ;-)

Photo Flashback ~~ Epcot Kid Pics

2012-02-03T17:17:00.000-05:00

Here are my two at Epcot during the Flower and Garden in 2009.

I love the Mickey topiary..

Outside France at Epcot 2004

Thanks for hosting Deb and join the hop @http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

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D23 ~ Discount for Annual Passholders

2012-02-03T11:03:00.001-05:00

Good morning --
This is great news ;-)

All of us at D23 are very excited to invite Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders to become Gold-level D23 Members for $15 off the annual membership rate.

For a limited time (from February 1 to March 31, 2012), annual D23 Gold membership is $54.99 for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders — a savings of 20% for the biggest fans of Disney Parks. The offer is valid for all new D23 Gold-level Memberships, which include:
Four issues of Disney twenty-three magazine, the colorful, oversized publication created especially for D23 Members.

Exclusive member gifts delivered along with Disney twenty-three four times a year
A beautiful annual member gift for new (and renewing) members of D23.
More than two dozen discounts at retailers, online sites and attractions around the country
Access to special D23 Member-only events, such as the upcoming Journey to Marceline experience; this fall's Destination D, celebrating 75 years of Disney animated films; "From the Vaults" screenings of movies like "Newsies," "Sister Act" and "Treasure Island"; D23's Sip and Scream and Magic and Merriment events this fall; and "Fanniversary" activities around the country
Plus, a D23 Membership card, personalized certificate … and more surprises that are in store this year, along with special Member pricing to the D23 Expo.

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Wordless Wednesday~ Perfect Pics from ANIMAL Kingdom

2012-02-01T10:31:00.001-05:00

Welcome to this week's Wordless Wednesday.

Pictures from my Most recent trip to Walt Disney World, All from Animal Kingdom.

We had the best time!!!

Everest

Looks like FUN

Beautiful Christmas Tree @AK

Thanks for Stopping by my blog today and enjoy. Don't forget to link up @http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/ Thanks for Hosting Deb ;-)

D23 ~ Snow White New Spring Cover

2012-01-30T14:59:00.001-05:00

Since becoming a member of D23, I have enjoyed some awesome covers on the magazines, in addition to all the great articles inside. It has been a Disney Fan's delight to read all about the happenings inside The Disney World. One reason in particular that I love being a D23 Gold Member is because of the special perks members receive, like getting the magazine mailed directly to me. Even more special this time is a removable replica animation cel from Snow White included, can't wait for that.

The upcoming Spring Edition features Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in a half color, half sepia tone picture. It is beautiful and I love the way Snow White is in color.

This is what's inside this month's issue.

Disney twenty-three magazine pays tribute to 75 years of Disney Feature Animated films. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club shares rare images, exclusive interviews, and captivating articles celebrating 52 unforgettable movies. D23 devotes its entire Spring issue of Disney twenty-three magazine to the remarkable legacy and influence of Disney animated films. From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to the animated classics of tomorrow, the official Disney fan club takes readers on a fantastic journey from the drawing board to the silver screen.

SPRING ISSUE Available Nationwide February 14th

Click on this link to learn more about D23 ~~
http://d23.disney.go.com/

Thanks for stopping by and which D23 cover is your favorite???

Behind The Scenes of Fantasy Land

2012-01-24T14:30:00.004-05:00

The new map of what it will look like completed

During our recent vacation to Walt Disney World, I was so anxious to get to the Magic Kingdom. We hadn't been there in almost 2 years and had heard many new things were happening at the parks. One BIG thing is the new expansion at Magic Kingdom in FantasyLand. The place where you go to ride on Dumbo, Peter Pan's Flight, "it's a small world", Mad Tea Party, Snow White Scary Adventure and The Many Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh these are just a few of the attractions you can find in this magical place.

Slated to open in Fall of 2012, the new Fantasyland promises to have a brand new castle based on one of my all time favorite movies "Beauty and the Beast". Beast's Castle will join Princesses Ariel and Snow White who are also getting newer more updated attractions. Snow White ride will be a mine cart ride, very exciting and Ariel will be getting her deluxe grotto with Prince Eric's Castle.

Dumbo will also being moved to a different location called Storybook Circus. This new area is where Mickey's Toon Town used to be. More exciting news is there will be two Dumbo rides and a Casey Jr. train just like in the movie. We were very happy to hear Goofy's Barnstorming will BE returning to this area as well and of course built by The Great Goofini.

The Old Toon Town Area

After we had walked back there and saw the big fence that I could not see over I was even more determined to find out what was back there. We had gone to the Magic Kingdom on Extra Magic Hours so we stayed till Midnight, but we had gotten there late so by the time I got to the back it was dark. We had gotten on Dumbo and low and behold even in the dark, the elephants went up and I could see over the fence. I thought brillaint idea to ride Dumbo and it would make me tall enough to see over at all the contruction going on back there. Well it was not as profitable as I would have hoped, I saw the outline of Beast's Castle and that was it.

Beast's Castle

Being the Determined Crazed Disney Fan I decided to go back in the morning for a better look and a great look I got. My husband also determined to help me and was very curious too, decided since he is taller than me, he would hold the camera over his to get some of the shots. He said it made him 9 feet tall, lol. Then he decided to stand on wall by the Mad Tea Party Ride and hit the zoom to get a better peak of the Castle and more.

Prince Eric's Castle

I'm very excited for the completion of Fantasyland and to go into these two new castles. Some parts of it are said to be opening this summer, let's hope. Thanks for stopping by and let me know what your thinking about this new expansion...

What are you looking forward to in the new additions of Fantasyland? What do you miss from the old Mickey's Toon Town Fair? Anything? or do you think it needed to be updated?

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Disney World guests get behind the wheel at Exotic Driving Experience

2012-01-22T15:34:00.003-05:00

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Disney World guests get behind the wheel at Exotic Driving Experience

Collecting Disney Magic - My favorite thing!!!

2012-01-21T14:06:00.000-05:00

Collect a Little Magic

This article gives a lot of good tips about how to collect Disney pins, art, etc. and keep your collection in good shape.

My personal Disney collection includes coffee mugs, pins, Vinylmations, key chains, art, cells and bags, etc.. One thing I have started as a Disney Tradition is to bring home something with the new logo from that year, it changes every year and whether it's a picture frame, bumper sticker or mug from Disney World, I have a reminder from that year. 

I love collecting and I pick up new additions every year. It is like bringing home a piece of the most happiest place on Earth. Thanks for stopping by and Check out some of my collections;-).

What's in your Disney collection??

Park Starz Vinylmations

Valentine 2012 Vinylmation

An ever-growing number of Disney fans have taken the jump to owning a slice of Disney for their own. Whether it's a lanyard full of pins to keep and trade, a portfolio of exquisite original Disney art, or a roomful of everything Winnie the Pooh, a lot of us are Disney collectors.

We've put together a little guide to starting your collection (it doesn't have to cost a fortune!), maximizing your fun, and caring for your treasures.

Where to Start

You don't have to stick to the beaten path – almost anything is collectible. You can do a theme collection – for instance Fairies, Autopia memorabilia, Disney TV. Or collect a particular type of object – animation art, Disney sunglasses, key chains, postcards, promotional drink cups, figurines, Christmas ornaments, dolls, jewelry, or hats. Or only collect a particular era (maybe the fabulous '50s), or artist, or film. The possibilities are endless!

As our examples show, your collection doesn't have to be expensive either – keychains and postcards start at around a dollar each. Many people begin collecting inexpensive theme park souvenirs, then gradually add vintage or unique objects as their interest and knowledge grows.

Displaying your beautiful Disney collection adds to the fun. Think of interesting ways to show off your treasures: ornament a Christmas tree with Disney keychains, put postcards in shadowboxes, or adorn a backpack with pins.

Fill gaps in your collection by trading with other collectors. It's a lot of fun! Collector's groups make it easy to meet people who share your interests. If you like the social aspect of collecting, don't miss Disneyana events that let you learn more about collecting and make new friends.

If you're interested in collecting one-of-a-kind, possibly high-ticket items like original art or historical autographs, how can you protect yourself from fraud? There are a few things you can do to make wise purchase decisions:

Choose known, reputable sources, like Disney Auctions, DisneyStore.com, galleries carrying official Disney items (such as Courvoisier Galleries®), or the shops at Disney Theme Parks.

Research an item BEFORE you bid or buy. Learn what it should look like, and about how much it's worth. Ask the seller any questions you have, and only buy when you feel confident.

Caring for Your Collection

Some collections are easier to care for than others. Your hat collection probably just needs occasional dusting, while if you decide to invest in priceless one-of-a-kind art pieces, you'll be concerned with framing, display, and possibly even insurance issues.

Local climate conditions can really affect the items in your collection. If you have valuable pieces, talk to an experienced local framer about dealing with extreme humidity or dryness if these are issues where you live.

A little care in placement can keep your framed art or other paper-based collectibles safe. Hang art no higher than eye-level (heat and humidity rise). Avoid direct sunlight when placing pieces for display. Never hang a framed picture (or any other heavy object!) over a bed or baby's crib.

Framing materials should be of the highest quality. Don't place glass over framed art; UV-protection acrylic, which filters out many of the UV rays that can damage art, is a better choice. Ideally, choose a framer who specializes in the type of material you collect – whether it's stamps, animation cells, or works on paper.

Finally, don't over clean – sometimes art fares best if left alone. Don't use harsh cleaning products, abrasives, or hot water to clean your Disney sculptures, pins, or fine art! Gold leaf and painted details can be removed, surfaces can be scratched, and porcelain can even crack outright if exposed to too much heat. Dust with a soft cloth – if more cleaning is needed for a valuable object, it's better to have a professional do it than take a chance on ruining your treasure.

And most importantly ... have fun. Your collection should be a source of joy!

Flashback Friday~ Disney Princess Breakfast Pics from 2004

2012-01-20T13:46:00.000-05:00

~~~ Today I'm sharing my Disney Pictures From the Year 2004 ~~~

I love Flashback Friday's, I get to look back at when my kids were younger and would Dress up and get autographs, luckily they still want to do the Meet and Greet with the characters. I know how much I love meeting Mickey and getting the family picture with him.

Thank you for hosting Deb @ http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/ And join our DisneyHOP!!

Liam was watching so patiently

Not to excited about meeting Mulan, but she was.

WDW Cinderella's Castle was celebrating the 50 Years Disney Land

Wordless Wednesday ~ Water at D ~ World

2012-01-18T13:44:00.003-05:00

Welcome to my Almost Wordless Wednesday. Today we are showing some awesome pictures of Water in the Disney World. My Pics were taken from our recent trip to WDW at Caribbean Beach Resort and they have the prettiest lagoon which we are featuring today..

I want to Thank Our Hostess Debs for another great WW and join our Hop @http://www.focusedonthemagic.com/

Enjoying the view at Caribbean Beach

Cool Palm Tree in BareFoot Bay at Caribbean Beach

Thanks for stopping by ;-) Have A Magical Day !!!

Disney's Hilton Head Resort in the Winter Time

2012-01-12T22:51:00.000-05:00

On our way back from Walt Disney World, we decided to impulsively stop at Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort. Yes, we had no reservation and our goal was to drive at least to Virginia and get a room there. But, just as we were getting close and saw the signs for Hilton Head, I looked at my husband and I could tell he was thinking the same thing. If we call I'm sure they have room because it's the low season for Hilton Head and because we are DVC, we can use our points and not have to pay cash for a room.


Your Daily Activities

We have been there many times in both hot and cold weather. And as in the busy summer season, there are many activities in the winter. The pool is still heated to about 70 degrees, the hard part is if it's a little cold getting out. The resort does provide big fluffy towels that are in your room, and two around you should be good to keep you warm. The average high temperature in January is around 59 and the low is 40 but, our days were in the 60's. You can get lucky and the weather from Florida will follow you.

Some of the activities other than swimming are :

Shopping at the Mercantile Store
Eating a couple of Mickey Ice Cream Bars
Going in the Hot tub @ a steamy 98 degrees
Arts & Crafts : making bracelets
Fishing
Catching Crabs of the pier (net is included in price)
Dolphin Excursions
Kayaking
Shuffleboard
Camp Fire at night including Smores

There are many activities but, my favorite is waiting to meet and pet Shadow the Mascot at the resort.
She is a six year old Golden Retriever and she also has a schedule when she is at the resort so you don't miss her.

SO Cute

She's Smiling

They just love that Shadow

And with all that to do you can just enjoy your villa and do nothing or sit on you deck and rock the afternoon away. This resort is quiet and secluded so you can just lay in a hammock or find a hidden spot and read. There are also Hidden Mickey's for you to find too. There is a playground for the kids so as they are enjoying themselves in an enclosed playground you can take it easy too..

Disney's Beach House is currently being updated so it's closed for now, but that doesn't mean you can't go to the beach. There are many around and you just ask and they will point you in the right direction..

Not Disney's Actual Beach House but Close

Thanks for stopping by and have a Magical Disney Day !!!

If you have any questions about Disney's Hilton Head Resort let me know, it is our home resort in the Disney Vacation Club..