Dreamfinding Through The Parks
Here is Dreamfinding Through The Parks. A blog I created in 2023 to showcase theme park news. I posted original content as well as content from the theme parks (referencing them of course).
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Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit Swings In To Charlotte, NC
Last month Discovery Place Science Museum in Charlotte, North Carolina became the host of the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit. Yes, you read right, superheroes have landed on the East Coast somewhere other than Florida! Since Charlotte is my hometown, I was honored to accept their invitation to check out this incredible exhibit.
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit originally began its tour in 2018 and Charlotte is its last stop before it goes overseas. It features several pieces...
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit originally began its tour in 2018 and Charlotte is its last stop before it goes overseas. It features several pieces...
The History of Orange Bird
Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival began last week and we are seeing a celebration of the Orange Bird during this festival. This lovable little bird has a big following but not everyone knows about him. So a lot of people might know of Orange Bird but they don’t know who he is so let’s change that right here, right now!
It all starts when Walt Disney was building a little park in Florida. Walt Disney was always a big fan of sponsors to help fund his parks. He found one in the Fl...
It all starts when Walt Disney was building a little park in Florida. Walt Disney was always a big fan of sponsors to help fund his parks. He found one in the Fl...
Money-Saving Dining Tips for the Parks!
We all know that theme park vacations can be expensive. We also know that a vacations to Disney, Universal and other theme parks can be totally worth it! But if you’re look to save some money, I’ve got a tips and tricks to help keep that cost down so your wallet is not completely empty when you get home.
For example, on a recent trip to Walt Disney World, I needed to be a little more cost effective. So here is what I did and I thought I would share them with you. First thing I did was book...
For example, on a recent trip to Walt Disney World, I needed to be a little more cost effective. So here is what I did and I thought I would share them with you. First thing I did was book...
Deluxe Renovations At Disney’s Yacht Club!
So a couple of years ago I had the chance to stay at Disney’s Yacht Club for five nights. I have to admit that this was one resort I was excited to check off my bucket list.
I’ve always loved Yacht Club and its sister property Beach Club. I love its proximity to Epcot, I love hanging out in the lobby and I’ve always wanted to relax at Stormalong Bay, the pool and lazy river with a sand bottom! This resort was one that I was looking forward to staying at some point more than any other and whe...
I’ve always loved Yacht Club and its sister property Beach Club. I love its proximity to Epcot, I love hanging out in the lobby and I’ve always wanted to relax at Stormalong Bay, the pool and lazy river with a sand bottom! This resort was one that I was looking forward to staying at some point more than any other and whe...
What to Watch on Disney+ for International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day (March 8th) and all over the world we are celebrating achievements made by women. As a Disney Nerd, I can’t help but be reminded of all the strong female stories from Disney. I know I grew up with some of those stories influencing me so what better way to celebrate today than some great stories on Disney+! Here are some of my personal recommendations of what to watch on Disney+ to celebrate International Women’s Day (and Women’s History Month).
(Let me first...
(Let me first...
DIY Hidden Mickey Holiday Ornaments
Happy Holidays!
With the holidays upon us I thought I’d show you a great craft to Disney up your Christmas tree! I’ve got two ways you can decorate a simple ornament with some hidden Mickeys. It’s easy to do so it’s a great craft project for the whole family!
The base of both versions of this ornament is a glass ball ornament or a shatterproof ball ornament. A clear glass one would work great for this project, but I chose to get a pearly silver shade. Your options are endless when it comes...
With the holidays upon us I thought I’d show you a great craft to Disney up your Christmas tree! I’ve got two ways you can decorate a simple ornament with some hidden Mickeys. It’s easy to do so it’s a great craft project for the whole family!
The base of both versions of this ornament is a glass ball ornament or a shatterproof ball ornament. A clear glass one would work great for this project, but I chose to get a pearly silver shade. Your options are endless when it comes...
As Old As Time: A Twisted Tale- Book Review
In this month’s review we’re going to take a look at another book from the Twisted Tale Series. This series is a great “What If” type of series where the good guy might not look like they’re going to win and everything seems to be going wrong. Each book asks that “What If” question about a different Disney tale so they don’t have to be read in order either. This month we read “As Old As Time” by Liz Brasell.
“As Old As Time” asks “What if Belle’s mother cursed the Beast?” which is an interest...
“As Old As Time” asks “What if Belle’s mother cursed the Beast?” which is an interest...
A Whole New World: A Twisted Tale- Book Review
Have you even finished your favorite Disney film and wonder, what if the good guy didn’t win? Well, I’ve got the book series for you! It’s The Twisted Tale series by Liz Braswell! Each book retells our favorite Disney films with a twist. Since each book retells a story, you do not have to read the series in order but I decided to do so. The first book in the series is “A Whole New World” which retells Aladdin and asks the question: What if Aladdin had never found the lamp?
It’s such a crazy t...
It’s such a crazy t...
Don’t Miss These Amazon Black Friday Deals- Disney Edition
After you get your turkey and all the trimmings, it’s time to start grabbing those Black Friday deals! Whether you’re shopping for your own Disney fix or for holidays gifts, here are some of my favorite deals!
If you have kids 3-12 and you’ve thought about putting an Echo in their room then you might want to look at these! The Echo Pop Kids work similar to a normal Echo but this is kid friendly. This Echo gives kid friendly responses and filters out those songs you are not ready for them to h...
If you have kids 3-12 and you’ve thought about putting an Echo in their room then you might want to look at these! The Echo Pop Kids work similar to a normal Echo but this is kid friendly. This Echo gives kid friendly responses and filters out those songs you are not ready for them to h...
Don’t Miss These Amazon Black Friday Deals- Universal Edition
After you get your turkey and all the trimmings, it’s time to start grabbing those Black Friday deals! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or for holidays gifts, here are some of my favorite deals!
Ever since I saw Hermione use the Time Turner I must admit I’ve wanted one myself. Now, I know this won’t actually let me go back in time but it’s still a fun piece of jewelry! Right now the necklace is only $29.99 which is 70% off!
With Epic Universe opening next year, I know one land I’m exci...
Ever since I saw Hermione use the Time Turner I must admit I’ve wanted one myself. Now, I know this won’t actually let me go back in time but it’s still a fun piece of jewelry! Right now the necklace is only $29.99 which is 70% off!
With Epic Universe opening next year, I know one land I’m exci...
Life is Good Apparel Features a Winnie The Pooh & Steamboat Willie Collection
I love finding a good collaboration of my favorite characters and some great apparel lines. Because of that I always want to make sure you know about any great collaborations I find. So here we are with another one and this time we’re talking apparel.
Life is Good is a clothing line known for their happy and optimistic brand and usually featuring a stick man or smiling face. Well, they’ve traded that smiling face in for some with a little more animal appeal. Mickey, Minnie, and Pooh have join...
Life is Good is a clothing line known for their happy and optimistic brand and usually featuring a stick man or smiling face. Well, they’ve traded that smiling face in for some with a little more animal appeal. Mickey, Minnie, and Pooh have join...
New Disney/Pixar Collection from Corkcicle
Make room in your cabniets! Corkcicle has added to their Disney Collection!
Corkcicle announced this week some new additions to their collaboration with Disney and this time they’re from the Pixar world.
If “Just Keep Swimming” is your mantra then you want to grab these cold cups! What are cold cups, do you ask? Well Corkcicle’s Cold Cups are only designed for cold drinks and will keep those cold drinks cold for about 12 hours. I have a cold cup and I have filled the cup with ice in the mo...
Corkcicle announced this week some new additions to their collaboration with Disney and this time they’re from the Pixar world.
If “Just Keep Swimming” is your mantra then you want to grab these cold cups! What are cold cups, do you ask? Well Corkcicle’s Cold Cups are only designed for cold drinks and will keep those cold drinks cold for about 12 hours. I have a cold cup and I have filled the cup with ice in the mo...
The Wicked Merch I’m Excited For!
Something Wicked Is Coming and the merchandise is already here to celebrate it!
One of the most anticipated movies of the year, “Wicked” is releasing on November 22nd and that means I have been all over the internet checking out the merchandise to celebrate this film! So let’s take a look at some of my favorite finds”
Scentsy has just announced their Wicked collection and I am in love! This collection goes on sale Monday, November 11th at 2pm EST! The collection features a wax called Wicke...
One of the most anticipated movies of the year, “Wicked” is releasing on November 22nd and that means I have been all over the internet checking out the merchandise to celebrate this film! So let’s take a look at some of my favorite finds”
Scentsy has just announced their Wicked collection and I am in love! This collection goes on sale Monday, November 11th at 2pm EST! The collection features a wax called Wicke...
Here’s What You Missed from The Disney Dreamlight Valley Showcase Stream
This week Disney Dreamlight Valley streamed their 2024 Showcase. There was a lot of information shared about what’s coming in the game. Here’s what you missed:
Sally from Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas joins the Village in the next free update, “Sew Delightful”!
Floating Islands will be accessible through the Fast Travel menu once it’s been unlocked with Dreamlight. Floating Islands will have their own decoration limits and described as “these blank canvases themed afte...
Sally from Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas joins the Village in the next free update, “Sew Delightful”!
Floating Islands will be accessible through the Fast Travel menu once it’s been unlocked with Dreamlight. Floating Islands will have their own decoration limits and described as “these blank canvases themed afte...
The Magic of Harry Potter is coming to Harvey’s!
We know that I love talking about Harvey’s bags. I’ll admit they are probably one of my favorite brands in bags right now. I love their collaborations with Disney and Peanuts and even their standard line. So can you imagine how excited I got when I saw on Harvey’s Facebook page, there’s a Harry Potter collection!
Yes my wizarding friends! We can finally show off our love of the Harry Potter films and the Wizarding World in this brand new collection that releases in-store on 11/2 or online on...
Yes my wizarding friends! We can finally show off our love of the Harry Potter films and the Wizarding World in this brand new collection that releases in-store on 11/2 or online on...
Can’t Afford Artwork in the Parks? Get the postcard!
Have you ever wondered into one the Art of Disney stores around Disney property and want to purchase everything (or at least a lot of things)? I know I’m guilty of that. I walk around the stores and wonder where I would hang the art pieces up in my home. I don’t leave the store with my arms full of artwork due to cost or lack of wall space but I found a way around both. Buy the postcard! Yes, purchase the postcard and frame it for your home. I have taken several of my favorite pictures and found...
Grab These Amazon Prime Day Deals
We all know that there are some great deals on Amazon Prime Days. You can always grab yourself some on Amazon devices (Kindle, Echo, etc) as well as countless other deals. I’ve put a list together of some things you might want to grab for your next trip to the parks as well as some great items for your home.
Here we go! Click on the links below to start your shopping!
I told you that you can get some great deals on Amazon devices! Regularly, this bundle is $89.98, but right now it’s $57.98...
Here we go! Click on the links below to start your shopping!
I told you that you can get some great deals on Amazon devices! Regularly, this bundle is $89.98, but right now it’s $57.98...
The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World- Book Review
Have you ever wondered if there was a rhyme or reason for certain details at Walt Disney World? Why is the building that color? Or why the Animal Kingdom benches are different than the other parks? If so, I’ve got a book for you! It’s “The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World” by Susan Veness.
This is probably one of my favorite books because the author explains all those little details in the parks. It really helps to grow your appreciation of the parks. Now I walk through the park and I know wh...
This is probably one of my favorite books because the author explains all those little details in the parks. It really helps to grow your appreciation of the parks. Now I walk through the park and I know wh...
The Beast’s Heart- Book Review
Recently I took a step away from the official Disney books and found a great retelling of one of my favorite fairy tales. I’m referring to “The Beast’s Heart” by Leife Shallcross.
We meet the Beast after he’s already been cursed. He is a recluse and lives alone. Just like the Disney version, his peace is interrupted by someone who trespasses into his home. This is Belle’s father but in this book, Belle’s name is Isabeau.
Just like the Disney version though, Isabeau is willing to take her fa...
We meet the Beast after he’s already been cursed. He is a recluse and lives alone. Just like the Disney version, his peace is interrupted by someone who trespasses into his home. This is Belle’s father but in this book, Belle’s name is Isabeau.
Just like the Disney version though, Isabeau is willing to take her fa...
ColourPop Releases Beauty & the Beast Collection Today
It’s a tale as old as time…
ColourPop announced their newest collection on social media this week. It’s another amazing collaboration with Disney featuring Beauty and the Beast.
The collection is beautiful and will have you feeling like the Belle of the ball! First, there’s the eyeshadow palette. The palette ($22) contains 12 mattes and shimmers, featuring a mix of pale pinks, golds, and light blues.
Next is their pressed powder blushes ($14). For this collection, the blushes are a soft...
ColourPop announced their newest collection on social media this week. It’s another amazing collaboration with Disney featuring Beauty and the Beast.
The collection is beautiful and will have you feeling like the Belle of the ball! First, there’s the eyeshadow palette. The palette ($22) contains 12 mattes and shimmers, featuring a mix of pale pinks, golds, and light blues.
Next is their pressed powder blushes ($14). For this collection, the blushes are a soft...
Star Wars Queen’s Peril – Book Review
I dove back into that Galaxy Far, Far Away this month. I just finished reading Star Wars Queen’s Peril by E. K. Johnston.
She’s a 14-year-old girl who is leaving her family behind to be the Queen. She takes on the name of Amidala so she’s not publicly known as Padme. It becomes her Queen persona. It is a standard practice for the Queen to have a different identity as Queen. This way her personal life is not associated with anything during her time as Queen and she can go back to her like afte...
She’s a 14-year-old girl who is leaving her family behind to be the Queen. She takes on the name of Amidala so she’s not publicly known as Padme. It becomes her Queen persona. It is a standard practice for the Queen to have a different identity as Queen. This way her personal life is not associated with anything during her time as Queen and she can go back to her like afte...
Star Wars Gifts You Might Not Want To Share
May 4 is officially known as Star Wars Day. So why not celebrate the day (or the whole month) with some great Star Wars gifts!
We found a little bit of everything for your inner Jedi or Sith Lord and to gift your fellow fans (if you want).
There are some great stackable glasses from this series, but how can you resist Grogu. It’s a perfect stackable set for your blue milk or just an adult beverage. He comes apart into two glasses and I’m sure there will be fighting over who gets the cup w...
We found a little bit of everything for your inner Jedi or Sith Lord and to gift your fellow fans (if you want).
There are some great stackable glasses from this series, but how can you resist Grogu. It’s a perfect stackable set for your blue milk or just an adult beverage. He comes apart into two glasses and I’m sure there will be fighting over who gets the cup w...
Belle Collection Arrives at Vera Bradley
A Tale As Old As Time…
“Beauty and the Beast” is a classic film from Disney and if you are a fan of Belle and all the charcaters then you want to see this new collection from Vera Bradley!
Available online and in Vera Bradley Stores (like the one at Disney Springs), this collection features 4 prints and a whole range of items! Take a look:
This not the first Beauty and the Beast collection from Vera Bradley. The last collection was very popular so be sure to get your favorite pieces tod...
“Beauty and the Beast” is a classic film from Disney and if you are a fan of Belle and all the charcaters then you want to see this new collection from Vera Bradley!
Available online and in Vera Bradley Stores (like the one at Disney Springs), this collection features 4 prints and a whole range of items! Take a look:
This not the first Beauty and the Beast collection from Vera Bradley. The last collection was very popular so be sure to get your favorite pieces tod...
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