Spring has spring at Walt Disney World! Topiaries are coming to life at Epcot for the Flower and Garden Festival. Chocolate Easter eggs have started showing up at the Grand Floridian. Flowers are blooming and weather is heating up. We love spring at Walt Disney…
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin always seem to be a mystery even to the most seasoned of Disney guests. Are they Disney hotels? Are they not Disney hotels? What exactly is the benefit of staying there? We’ve stayed at the Disney Dolphin many…
It’s no secret that we have a lot of love for Disney’s Polynesian Resort. It’s at the top of our bucket list to stay there, but in the meantime, we settle for lots of Disney Resort hopping and reasons to hang out on the beach.…
With basic Mickey Pretzels now costing $7.50 at Disney Parks, where can you find the Cheapest Snacks at Disney World? And are they actually any good? If you’re wondering how to still enjoy sweet and savory treats at Disney World, then we’re gonna help with…
Making Reservations for dining at Walt Disney World can often feel like the hunger games. With Walt Disney World still not operating at full staff levels as they had prior to the pandemic, and pent-up demand from travelers who have had to postpone their vacations…
This Easter, whether you’re settling in at home or hopping on a video call with your family there will surely be a little time in between cooking and Easter Egg hunting to watch a family favorite. We’ve rounded up the Best Disney Movies for Easter…
Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival has returned and we are dreaming about all of our favorite foods! We are working on creating new copycat recipes to help us enjoy some of that delicious Disney magic at home, and we are so excited about this recipe!…
Spending Easter at Walt Disney World is all about spring. There is so much to do, see and eat! From fun Easter Snacks at Disney to Brunch and Easter Egg displays. There’s nothing like taking the time to take it all in. However, as it…
We were recently fortunate enough to sail on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish! The Disney Wish began sailing in July 2022. Hurricane Ian impacted our cruise, which caused our trip to go from a 4-night sailing to a 6-night sailing. So we ended up having a lot more time on the ship than we had originally anticipated, so we got pretty familiar with it. Here’s our full review of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish!
Welcome to Polka Dots and Pixie Dust, a Disney Parks Blog. We are sisters, Rochelle and Melanie, with a passion for all things Disney. From blogging about Disney Theme Parks to Disney Movie Nights. And since we’re always ready for the magic we try to fit a little Disney into every day. On this Disney Blog you’ll find Disney Theme Park Reviews for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruises, and Disney Aulani. Plus you’ll get an inside look at all our favorite Disney Restaurants and Disney Snacks. Because let’s face it, we can never get enough Disney Food! And that includes at home too! So you’ll also find Disney Recipes, Disney DIY Projects, and everything you need for a Disney Home. In addition to all things Disney, we also share our love of the holidays, recipes, and Harry Potter!
On this Disney Parks Blog, we also review Disney Resorts, and Disney Special Events, and report on the Epcot Festivals every year! Do you need a list of everything you’ll find in each park? You can grab our Free Disney E-Book with Visitor Guides for each Disney Park by signing up for our newsletter. We promise to share everything you could hope for from a WDW Tourist Blog, and maybe some other Disney stuff just for fun! Here’s everything you can find at the Polka Dots and Pixie Dust Disney Blog.
Walt Disney World in 2023 may just be one of the best years to visit! As construction projects complete, there is plenty to look forward to. Including the TRON LightCycle Power Run opening, a completed Moana’s Journey of Water in EPCOT, and Woody’s Rodeo Roundup BBQ Restaurant in Hollywood Studios. Be sure to check out the Walt Disney World Events Calendar for 2023, and everything on the way we’ll be sharing soon. If you’re getting ready for a vacation of your own in 2023, be sure to read our Walt Disney World 2023 Vacation Planning Guide.
Grab our latest Walt Disney World Vacation Planning Guidebook for 2023. Complete with park overviews, resort and restaurant reviews, and everything to know before you go. Including the Disney 2023 Calendar, Park checklists, and more.
With Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary coming to a close this year, we step right into the next celebration. The Walt Disney Company celebrates its 100th Anniversary in 2023, honoring the birth of the company started by Roy and Walt Disney in 1923. Check out everything happening for the Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary, including new rides at the parks, new shows on Disney Plus, new merchandise, snacks, and more!
Planning a Disney Vacation can get complicated. Thankfully, we’ve done a round-up of all the information you need. If you’re ready to dive in, we have tips on how to plan a Disney Vacation, and everything you need to know about Walt Disney World Parks. Grab our Disney Checklists so you know what to see, do and eat in all four parks. Or check out our Disney Tips to have a better vacation.
If this is your first Disney Vacation you can also peruse our Disney Guides with information on the Disney Dining Plan, How to get to Walt Disney World from Orlando Airport and what to pack for Disney. Check out which Resorts at Walt Disney World we like best and Disney Restaurants you can’t miss. And If it’s been a few years since your last visit, be sure to check out all the new Disney Attractions.
Are you visiting Walt Disney World soon? We’ve wrapped up What’s New at Walt Disney World so you can make sure you are in the know. And if you’re planning for Disney during the holidays, you can check out our posts on Halloween and Christmas activities that happen in Disney parks.
Walt Disney World has 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, the Disney Boardwalk, over 25 resorts, and Disney Springs. That’s a lot to fit into any Disney Vacation. Below, you can check out our pages on all the Walt Disney World Parks.
Animal Kingdom
EPCOT
Hollywood Studios
Magic Kingdom
The Boardwalk
Disney Springs
Our favorite parts of any Disney Vacation often have nothing to do with the rides. We love the extra special things that you can find when you’re not just checking off your Disney checklist. Be sure to check out all our posts on the fun free Disney Games we’ve found in the parks and all our favorite Disney Snacks in each park. If you’re visiting EPCOT, chances are you will visit during one of the EPCOT festivals.
Check out our Best times to visit Walt Disney World post for which months each festival happens. And if you’re visiting during the holidays you can grab tickets for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom.
If you’re visiting Universal Studios during your Orlando vacation, be sure to check out everything we’ve written so far on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Or plan a Road Trip to somewhere nearby the Disney Parks.
No matter what time of year you visit Walt Disney World there is always something fun going on. On our Disney Blog, we write these a lot; from the Boo To You Parade lyrics to the Food and Wine Festival Menus, there is so much to share when these events arrive each year.
While we don’t get to our favorite Disney Park on the west coast as much as we’d like, we’re pulling together all things to know about vacationing at Disneyland Resort. Check out the 15 Best Hotels within Walking Distance of Disneyland and take on the Ultimate Disneyland Bucket List Challenge.
If you’re hoping to travel to Hawaii, and take your dream Disney Aulani Vacation, then check out the posts we’ve written so far! From the 5 Things to do on an Oahu Road Trip to how to afford Disney Aulani on a Budget.
We’ll be adding even more Disney Parks info to the blog as we learn more to share.
And if you’re looking forward to sailing the high seas, be sure to check out our Disney Cruise section for everything you need to know about sailing with Disney Cruise Line. From departure ports to destinations to restaurants on each Disney Cruise Ship. Here is a Disney Cruise Ship Guide to get you started.
And if you’re hoping to travel on a Holiday Disney Cruise, check out our posts for Halloween on the High Seas and Disney’s Very Merrytime Cruise.
Since we can’t travel all of the time, we LOVE adding more Disney at Home. We share Disney Recipes to help bring a little of the parks back home with you. Check out Tiana’s Beignets for your next Disney Movie Night or if you’re hosting a Disney Party. We love all things Disney Lifestyle, so you’ll also find Disney Quotes, Disney Gifts, and Things to Buy before your vacation. Looking for Disney Home Decor, we got that too. And since we run a Disney Apparel and Accessories shop you can always count on us to write about a little Disney Style.
Holidays
Disney Recipes
Movie Nights
Disney Party Ideas
Disney Gifts
Things to Buy
Disney Lifestyle
Disney Style
Home Decor
Quite often we find fans of Disney are also fans of Harry Potter. Us included!!! As a result, we’ve added even more Harry Potter at Home posts. Filled with Butterbeer and everything. Having visited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter we know it can get confusing. From making your trip a little easier to just indulging in all the Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter Movies, to all our info on Universal Studios. From early park passes to annual passes, we’re sharing tips along the way.
Harry Potter Movie Marathon Weekend
Wizarding World of Harry Potter in One Day
Wizarding World of Harry Potter On a Budget
Wizarding World of Harry Potter First Timer’s Guide
Are you looking for the perfect Disney Gifts or Everything you Need to Buy for your Disney Trip? From cute Disney Family Shirts over at Polka dot Pixie Shop, and a slew of Disney Shopping Lists for Travel, Birthdays Holidays, and more, we’ve got you covered.
And if you’re ready for a little more Pixie Dust in your week, sign up for our Polka Dot Pixies Newsletter. Every Friday we share new posts about all things Disney and new design releases from Polka Dot Pixie Shop, our Disney Inspired Apparel, and Accessories Shop. Plus, you’ll be on the list for special Disney News, all our Holiday fun, and exclusive access to sales! Thanks for being here….and Have a Magical Day!
