Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

This is a wonderful party to attend at the Magic Kingdom!  It requires a separate ticket but is definitely attending at least once.  The party happens on select nights in September and October.  You and your family can dress up, pick up candy, ride with no lines and see characters that normally are hard to find.  The Boo to You Parade and Hallowishes which is an awesome fireworks show are great additions as well.  I created a slide show to show you highlights of the night!

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IT'S BEEN AWHILE!

It sure has been awhile since I last posted.  Boy am I making up for lost time.  We recently went to WDW in late September and had a wonderful time!  We did a few things that we hadn't done before.  My nine year old son went to the Pirates League (see the post below). I took him to Disney Quest and we stayed at the brand new Art of Animation Resort.  I finally got my son on the Tower of Terror although my husband is still a hold out:-) We also attend the Mickey Not So Scary Party again this year and I will have a post about this soon.  Also check out the Mouseketeer Vacations Facebook page for discounts and news about new packages!

ART OF ANIMATION RESORT

We stayed at the brand new WDW resort the Art of Animation Resort on our recent stay in September. My son chose the CARS resort but all of the resorts have a fun theme and are lots of fun!  Click on the link to take you straight to the WDW site to find out more!

ART OF ANIMATION RESORT

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WDW Pirates League

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On our trip to WDW in September my nine year old son did this and had a blast!  Even though this is a separate paid opportunity it is totally worth it.  All ages can experience this and fun can be had by the whole family.  If you have time on your next trip definitely check it out.

Pirates League Details
Begin your  transformation when you receive your Official Pirate Name as recorded from the leather-bound captain's log. Next, stop by the Muster Station and leave your old self behind as the Pirate Masters perform a marauder's makeover. Hear the ways of the scurvy sea dogs as they apply yer buccaneer beard, scars, earrings and eye patches. Or even be ye a boney pirate and wear yer skeleton on yer skin!
Once you have fully transformed, enter the Secret Room where your Pirate Portrait is taken for posterity and the Pirate Masters reveal their hidden treasure.

Choose a Package
The Pirates League offers 4 packages: "Jake and the Never Land Pirates," "The First Mate," "Empress" and "Mermaid."
Jake and the Never Land Pirates package includes:

• Jake and the Never Land Pirates bandana with faux hair
• Jake facial effect
• Sword and sheath
• The Pirates League bag
• Unique pirate coin necklace
• Participation in a daily Adventureland Pirate Parade**

The First Mate and Empress packages include:

• Choice of facial effect (5 options)*
• Reversible bandana
• Earring and eye patch
• Sword and sheath
• The Pirates League bag
• Temporary tattoo
• Unique pirate coin necklace
• Personalized pirate oath
• Official pirate name
• Participation in a daily Adventureland Pirate Parade**

*The Empress package also includes vibrant makeup, nail polish and face gem!

Mermaid package includes:

• Luminous mermaid makeup and makeup palette
• Hairstyle and color-changing hair clip
• Distinctive color changing mermaid necklace
• Nail polish
• Mermaid sash
• Participation in a daily Adventureland Pirate Parade**
• Costumes, headwear and imaging are sold separately and are available on location at The Pirates League.

Packages at the Pirates League range from $29.95 to $39.95 plus tax.
Make Your Reservations

To make reservations for The Pirates League, call (407) WDW-CREW or (407) 939-2739. Please note the following important information:

• Theme park admission required.
• Open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The last reservations will be taken at 3:30 p.m.
• Costume selection and sizing may vary.
• No discounts apply unless otherwise noted.
• Guests must be at least 3 years of age.
• Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made up to 180 days prior to arrival.
• A valid accepted credit card number is required at time of booking.
• A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to such credit card for all no-shows or if reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of experience.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age or older during the entire experience.
• Subject to restrictions.
• All prices, package components and information are subject to change without notice.

**Adventureland Pirate Parade is weather permitting.

BE OUR GUEST

Attention Fantasyland and Beauty and the Beast Fans!
Walt Disney World has offered a first look inside the new Be Our Guest restaurant that’s currently under construction in the New Fantasyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom. The “Beauty and the Beast” inspired restaurant will feature multiple dining rooms featuring familiar sights from the classic Disney animated film, transforming from counter service by day to table service by night.

40th Birthday at the Happiest Place on Earth

Had a wonderful surprise birthday trip down to WDW for my 40th!  Great memories and wonderful times with my family!

Fastpass Changes

Fastpass changes are coming early next month.

Currently, guests can get a Fastpass and come back to the attraction after the return time has passed. Even if it’s hours later. Starting March 7, this will not be the case.

It’s expected that Fastpass return times will be enforced with a five minute early arrival and a 15 minute late arrival. Anyone arriving outside of those times will reportedly not be allowed entry.

Those of you who know our family know that we have used this strategy everytime we head to Disney and have shared it with many of you!  This is going to put a wrench in how we tour the parks!!  We will adapt.  Going to be interesting to see how this plays out!