Author: Vikki

Starbucks Now Offering Delivery Service at Disney Springs

On the go and no time to stop for that cup of joe? For anyone shopping at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World there’s now no need to stop or take a break if you fancy a Starbucks! The Starbucks (Market Place) is now offering a new service where they will deliver your Starbucks order to you wherever you are in Disney Springs.

Starbucks at Disney Springs

Here’s how it works:
Download the Starbucks App, connect a debit/credit card to the account, select the order tab, and select location.

Delivery service is available daily between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
It’s not been revealed if the service is temporary just for the busy holiday season or if it will be a permanent offering.

November 28, 2017
6 Things You Should NOT Take in the Parks

Disney is pretty accommodating to guest needs and requests, but there are some things that just aren’t allowed to be brought into the parks, for good reason. Guest safety is of the utmost importance to Disney, and should be given the same level of importance for the rest of us. It only takes one bad decision cause an injury or severe situation. With so many people in the parks, we all have a responsibility to understand the rules, and particularly the items that should never be brought to a Disney park. Here are 6 items that Disney won’t allow into the parks and you should just leave at home!

1. Weapons:

Anything that should be considered a weapon is an obvious bad idea. No guns, knives, mace, etc. This one is probably pretty obvious and goes without saying, but to err on the side of caution and safety, we still have to say it. There is no need to have these items at a Disney Park and fortunately for the rest of us, security will not allow you to enter with the items. If you try, you are likely to be pulled aside and asked a series of questions, too.

2. Skateboards, Wagons, Skates, Shoes w/ Built-in Wheels:

I am quite thankful for this rule. I can only imagine the inattentive youngsters that would be wheeling all over and collide with different guests and small children who are trying to move about the parks. The cast members will stop any guest who tries to break this rule, and if easily detectible, these items won’t be allowed through security. The only things on wheels that are allowed are strollers, wheel chairs and motorized wheel chairs. Depending on the driver, these can be dangerous enough!

3. Folding Chairs:

I know it is tempting to bring camp chairs to sit and wait for parades and fireworks instead of standing or finding a seat along the sidewalk, but this just isn’t allowed. If the walkways were filled with chairs, this would present safety hazards for everyone. There would be more potential to trip, traffic is blocked more, they would take up space otherwise needed for strollers while the owner is on a ride, etc. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea, so just don’t do it!

4. Pets:

Service pets are allowed into the parks, but personal pets are not. Don’t think you will be able to get by with bringing a small dog or pet in a bag or another kind of portable transport. Cast members are watching for any signs of unauthorized animals and will ask you to leave the park.

5. Glass Containers:

This rule does exclude baby food, as well as perfume (since you can purchase this at Epcot). Glass has the high potential to break and create dangerous situations for yourself and other guests. You will want to ensure that any items you bring into the park are not made of glass. Security will inspect for this upon entry into the park and will not let you in with the items.

6. Large Coolers:

According to Disney’s website, coolers larger than 24″ (61 cm) long x 15″ (38 cm) wide x 18″ (46 cm) high for coolers with or without wheels, are not permitted inside the parks. These same dimensions and rules also apply to suitcases, backpacks or any other bag that you may try to bring in. Remember that coolers and bags smaller than this will still be inspected before you are allowed to enter the park, so make sure that you follow inspection protocols.

The good news is that you shouldn’t need most of these items to have a great day at Disney! Disney has these rules in place so that we can ensure that the parks stay a safe environment for everyone. If you question if something is acceptable to bring to the parks, it is likely not, but always feel free to ask a cast member, especially security or guest relations.

November 28, 2017
15 Freebies from Disney Parks

Who doesn’t want FREE stuff!? Disney World vacations aren’t cheap experience that’s for sure. When you factor in travel, hotels, tickets, etc., the cost of a family visiting Disney World it can add up quick. However, while there are many costs associated with a trip to visit Mickey, there are many things at Disney World that can be done for free. That’s right…FREEBIES from Disney Parks!

There are numerous free items and experiences offered at Disney World – you just have to know where to look and who to ask. Out of various freebies available at Disney World, here are what we feel are the 15 most amazing ones!

15 – MagicBands

We’ve been to Disney World time and time again, and have never once had the need to purchase a MagicBand. Save on the MagicBand expense by receiving complementary MagicBands as Disney Resort guests or as Annual Passholders. Plus, use the same MagicBand visit after visit!

14 – FastPasses

The FastPass+ system at Disney World is one of our favorite freebies! Saving us SO much time, we try to take full advantage of the three initial FastPasses available to each guest, followed by additional FastPasses after that.

13 – Free App and Wi-Fi

Disney’s MyDisneyExperience App is completely free and incredibly helpful when visiting the parks. Maps, dining reservations, FastPasses – all managed right from your phone. Plus, the free Disney World Wi-Fi makes saving data a breeze.

12 – Free Vacation Planning

You can either request a Vacation Planning video directly from Disney, or better yet, have someone plan the vacation for you (with your specific requests of course)! This opportunity seems too good to be true, just like having a Fairy Godmother, but it’s not. Contact travel time with Vikki for your free quote today.

11 – Transportation

For Disney World Resort guests and for park guests, Disney’s transportation is a freebie essential! Park hoping is made easy with the bus system. Or maybe you want to catch the monorail from Magic Kingdom to dine at a resort restaurant. Wherever your plans take you on Disney property, chances are there is an easy way to get there for free.

10 – Celebration Buttons

You’ll see them throughout Disney World parks as people wear the bright buttons to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, first visits, and more! We still have people ask us how much they cost. They are FREE – just ask a Cast Member where you can snag one (usually Guest Services or a merchandise shop).

9 – Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom

This is a fun activity for young and old alike! Disney provides each guests 5 free Sorcerer cards per admittance. Trek your way around Disney’s Magic Kingdom, defeating the evil Villains that are trying to take over! Each visit equals 5 new cards.

8 – Soda Tasting

Check out Club Cool while visiting Disney’s Epcot. It’s the perfect place for a middle of the day refreshment – for free. Little sample cups are available to park guests. Taste all the different Coke products from around the world!

7 – Jedi Training Academy

We absolutely love that Disney World has included Jedi Training in park admission to Hollywood Studios. Your young Jedi (4 to 12-years-old) can fight against Darth Vader or Seventh Sister after some Jedi training practice.

6 – Scavenger Hunts

Disney World knows how to keep us (and kids) entertained. Check out Kidcot at Epcot where children can color a Duffy souvenir and have it stamped at each of the 11 countries. Animal Kingdom’s Wilderness Explorers is another fun scavenger hunt throughout the park as you collect “badges” (stickers) in your Wilderness Explorer booklet.

5 – Pin Trading

Purchase a few Disney trading pins online before arriving at Disney World to save some money, then begin trading at Disney for free! Anytime you see a Cast Member with a pin, they are happy to trade. It doesn’t matter what pins you trade for what. Before you know it, you’ll have so super awesome pins.

4 – Pirate Contract

Located just outside of Disney’s Magic Kingdom’s Pirates of the Caribbean, you may time it right to watch Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Tutorial. This fun stage show is great for all ages. Watch out as Cpt. Jack recruits your young ones to join his scurvy crew as he provides them with a rolled scroll stating they are now one of his!

3 – Pixie Dust

Visit one of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique locations at either Magic Kingdom or Disney Springs. Ask one of the Fairy Godmothers in Training if they will sprinkle you with pixie dust and they will for no cost! You can also get some sparkly dust from the Barber Shop on Main Street USA.

2 – Driver’s License

Dine at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and have your young one sit in the driver’s seat location in your vehicle. A Cast Member may just provide him or her with a Sci-Fi Driver’s License! Transportation Cards are also available from bus driving Cast Members. We’ve caught on that these Transportation Cards aren’t available as often as they used to be.

1 – Sundry Items

When staying at a Disney World Resort you’ll spot Disney’s shampoo, condition, soap, and shower gel available for purchase in the gift shop. Folks love it so much they purchase the full bottles. But, keep in mind that you can get free sundry items like this from Mousekeeping. Save your money and ask for a couple of extra bottles in your room for free!

November 27, 2017
New Dooney and Bourke Print Featuring Disney Dogs Found and Available Here
The Disney Dogs collection was finally released today and fans have been in puppy love at first sight, but you may need a hunting dog. So these were so popular they were sold out within minutes. It was available at Shopdisney.com. and Ever After Jewelry Company and Accessories in Disney World.

But if you really want one there are already all over Ebay and mixed with Cyber Monday deals there are actually some decent prices. There will are three silhouettes available: Tote for $268, Foldover Crossbody for $178, and a regular Crossbody for $248.

This canine carry-all features favorite dog stars from across the wonderful world of Disney for a fetching foldover fashion bag with leather finishings by Dooney & Bourke. The pattern features images of a large group of beloved dog characters from Disney animated films. It’s being released a year after the Disney Cats version was released, which was really popular too and sold out quickly.

Just like most Dooney’s these puppies are in high demand so get yours while you still can. If they sell out fast you can check other great sites for an assortment Disney Dooney & Bourke bags at stores like Macy’s or The Bradford Exchange.

Check out the different styles below.

Disney Dogs – Dooney & Bourke

The magic in the details

Created especially for Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort
- Design pattern features animated Disney dogs*
- Characters represented include Pluto, Fifi, Dinah (Dachshund), Bruno, Nana, Lady, Tramp, Pongo, Perdita, Copper, Max, Toby, Dodger, Georgette, Tito, Percy, Winston (Feast), Dug, Little Brother, Bolt, plus Sultan (Footstool) and Stitch!*
- Screen art on coated cotton*
- Stitched leather finishings
- Foldover style with magnetic fold closures
- Zip top closure with leather tassel pull
- Two exterior pockets
- Interior zip pocket
- Interior slip pocket
- Interior accessory loop
- Polished hardware
- Detachable, adjustable crossbody strap with buckle and lobster claw clasps
- ”Dooney & Bourke Since 1975” embossed leather label inside
- ”Dooney & Bourke” embossed metal label on front
- Lined
Right now these are already looking sold out everywhere. Let us know if you find any and where, because I haven’t ordered mine yet. Happy hunting!
November 26, 2017
Very Merrytime Cruises Bring Holiday Cheer Aboard Disney Cruise Line

This month, the entire Disney Cruise Line fleet transformed into a glistening winter wonderland for our Very Merrytime Cruises. There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a special atrium celebration, fun-filled tropical parties on deck, carolers throughout the ship and Disney friends dressed in their holiday best.

Check out some of the festive fun for you and your family on a Disney Cruise this holiday:

1. Deck the Deck with Mickey and Friends
Looking for a tropical holiday celebration? You and your little ones can join Mickey, Minnie and their pals for limbo, hula hooping and dancing around the pool. My personal favorite has to be the “Yuletide Slide!”

2. Celebrate the Season in a Winter Wonderland
When Santa and Mrs. Claus come to the ships, the atrium lobby is filled with classic holiday tunes, your favorite Disney characters and a flurry of “Frozen” fun with Anna and Elsa.

3. Savor Festive Feasts
Prepare to indulge a plethora of tasty holiday treats and drinks along with a bountiful feast on Thanksgiving Day and a special dinner on Christmas Day. There are also speciality teas and coffees available throughout the entire season including my favorites, Egg Nog Mocha and Caramel Pecan Chai!

4. Carol Through the Decks
Listen up for the spirit of the holidays ringing throughout the ship as Dickens-inspired carolers sing holiday classics and invite children to join them in a special farewell show.

5. Build Your Own Gingerbread House
From decorating stockings to making holiday cards, there are a ton of activities and crafts for your family. If that’s not enough gingerbread for you, each of our ships have a life-sized, edible gingerbread house right outside of the atriums.

6. Soak Up the Season
When you visit Castaway Cay, the celebration continues with holiday island music,a special Christmas tree, Disney characters in their tropical holiday attire and even “snow” flurries!

Need help booking your Disney Cruise, Walt Disney World, Disneyland vacation? Contact Travel Time with Vikki today. Let me me do all the work so you don’t have to. I’m a Disney Travel Specialist and my services are completely free.

November 25, 2017
Monthly Disney Subscription Box – PROMO CODE for Black Friday

Do you find yourself missing the Disney Parks? Well, a monthly Disney subscription service is the best way to cure those Disney Blues! Pixie Dust Parcels is perfect for when you just need a little piece of home until your next trip. It’s BLACK FRIDAY so of course they are having a sale on all of their subscription options. Just use promo code: PIXIES to get your $10 off any purchase.

Pixie Dust Parcels is a monthly Disney subscription service that is a surprise box featuring authentic merchandise from Walt Disney World Resort Parks. They also have child parcels that are catered to children of all ages. Everything in the boxes are park exclusive merchandise, you won’t find run of the mill licensed products from the big box stores in your monthly surprise. The owners are very personal, and love to do live videos while shopping for the monthly items, as well as host monthly giveaways for subscribers! They even go live when dropping the parcels off at the post office, talk about pixie dusted service!

They also have a give away every month! Subscribers who sign up for the month of December will be entered for a chance to win this beautiful figurine called Pixie Dusted Present by Jim Shore.

This magical Christmas decoration will be won by one lucky Neverlander who orders a December parcel of any kind. All you have to do is order a box and one lucky winner will receive this as an additional item in your parcel along with all the other items.

Subscribe today to get you monthly surprise box with authentic merchandise from Walt Disney World Resort Parks. The sale will end at Saturday morning at midnight est!

November 24, 2017