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Author Archives: Melissa Cannioto

Melissa is an author, adventurer, and chatterbox, who has worked at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Adventures by Disney! A British native, she has traveled the world seeking new experiences, and now resides in Florida with her husband, an Air Force pilot. Find her children's book at @bear.hug.book

The Secrets to a Cheap Princess Dress for Your Child

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It’s many child’s dream – to go to Disney World and meet their favorite Disney princess or Disney character. And what better magical moment than meeting their favorite character dressed like them? Nothing beats waving to Moana in the Magic Kingdom parade in a Moana princess dress, meeting Rapunzel at Fairytale Hall in a Rapunzel dress, or hugging Peter Pan ...

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Disney Finally Seems Aware of Its 50th Anniversary Failings

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Since its debut on October 1, 2021, Walt Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebration has certainly been met with mixed reviews from new and returning Guests. Across Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks, Disney introduced new decor and experiences for the celebration, including the dazzling Beacons of Light at the Park icons, the Fab 50 golden ...

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Walt Disney World Announces New International Drive Location

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The magical worlds of Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs make up the Lake Buena Vista bubble that is Walt Disney World. Many Guests visiting Disney’s theme parks don’t often venture outside of the Walt Disney World Resort, particularly when staying at a Disney Resort Hotel. Now, though, Disney has revealed a new Orlando ...

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Disney Introduces Brand-New French Fries Destination at EPCOT

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With so many new attractions, dining locations, and post-pandemic entertainment returns coming to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom this year, there’s no better time to book a Disney vacation. The Walt Disney World Resort recently saw the opening of EPCOT’s new quick-service dining location, the Connections Café and Eatery at World Celebration. Now, Disney has ...

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Shock for Disney as Another Theme Park’s Restaurant Is Voted Best in the U.S.A.

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Disney Parks are renowned for their impeccable theming and Imagineer details – from attractions and shows all the way to the dining locations. Across Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks, Guests have an array of food options when they’re hungry – from quick-service favorites like Backlot Express and Pinocchio’s Village Haus to table-service character ...

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Here’s Why EPCOT Is Closing Early in June

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From operating hours and Park Pass reservations to dining reservations and now Disney Genie+, Guests have a lot to keep an eye on when planning a Disney vacation. We recently revealed that one Walt Disney World Resort theme park has an unusual early closure in June. Walt Disney World’s EPCOT is scheduled to close at 8:00 p.m. rather than 9:00 p.m. ...

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Disney Modifies Enchantment Fireworks Show After Lackluster Reviews

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Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebration show, Disney Enchantment, has been met with lukewarm reviews, with fans begging Disney to bring back its fireworks classics. The Magic Kingdom Park nighttime show features fireworks, projection mapping, and lasers set to classic and contemporary Disney soundtracks at Cinderella Castle, with an all-new original song called “You Are the Magic”. And it now appears Disney ...

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Disney World Makes HUGE Change to Genie+ Service

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It’s a new service that has divided Disney Guests. Disney Genie and Lightning Lane are new digital services introduced at Walt Disney World and Disneyland that replaced the beloved free FastPass system for skipping lines. Amid much confusion, errors, and a costly price, Disney Genie+ has been met with lukewarm reviews. And now, Disney has changed how Guests can purchase ...

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