AUTHOR: Chloé Ferreira

Theme Park Correspondent for The DIS | Chloé loves kitschy dark rides, roller coasters, a good background area music loop, hot Butterbeer, and all things Halloween. You’ll mostly find her wandering around Orlando’s biggest theme parks snapping pics and sharing tips… or probably talking about The Great Movie Ride.



Disney World’s Best Christmas Lights are at EPCOT: Glimmering Greenhouses

Oh by gosh, by golly, it’s time for mistletoe and holly… in a sparkling greenhouse at EPCOT! One of the best features of the holiday season at Walt Disney World are temporary attraction overlays. While most of the really good ones are locked behind a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ticket (hello, Space Mountain with … Disney World’s Best Christmas Lights are at EPCOT: Glimmering Greenhouses



Cinderella Castle’s Repainting Project Starts in January at Magic Kingdom

You can spend a few days at Walt Disney World, but it doesn’t really feel like you’ve arrived until you walk down Main Street and look up at Cinderella Castle for the first time that trip. Few things are more iconic than that. That’s why any visible change to the centerpiece of Magic Kingdom tends … Cinderella Castle’s Repainting Project Starts in January at Magic Kingdom



A Look Back at Disney’s Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights

I’ve always loved Disney’s Hollywood Studios during the holidays. The retro decorations feel right at home, the vintage Christmas music drifting through the park fits the setting perfectly, and there’s something about the old-Hollywood aesthetic that just works this time of year. It’s festive without being overdone, and it’s usually the park I look forward to visiting … A Look Back at Disney’s Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights





The Best Spots to Watch Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Parade

One of the biggest misconceptions about the holidays at Walt Disney World is that you need a ticket to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to see everything festive. While that’s true for most of the season, there’s a key exception that many guests don’t realize: the Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is shown to all Magic Kingdom guests … The Best Spots to Watch Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Parade





A Vintage Muppet Christmas: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday

Hey, howdy, hey! Welcome back to another dip into the vintage treasures hiding out on my eBay Watchlist. This time around, the focus is firmly on Muppet Christmas collectibles, from festive ornaments to giftable throwbacks that feel tailor-made for fans of Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the ghosts of Christmas past. These pieces have been sitting on … A Vintage Muppet Christmas: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday



Trader Sam’s Now Opens Earlier With In-App Walk Up List

If you’ve ever tried to squeeze into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World, you already know the struggle is real. The fan-favorite tiki lounge at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is notorious for long waits and limited seating. The good news? Disney just made it a little easier to plan your visit. Trader Sam’s & Tiki … Trader Sam’s Now Opens Earlier With In-App Walk Up List



Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party vs. Jollywood Nights: Which One Is Right for You?

The holidays at Disney are pure magic, but not all festive nights are created equal. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (MVMCP) at Magic Kingdom serves up classic, cookie-filled, snowy Main Street charm, while Disney Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios leans into glitzy, vintage Hollywood vibes. Both promise rare character interactions, unique entertainment, and special treats… but your perfect night … Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party vs. Jollywood Nights: Which One Is Right for You?



What Happens to Disney World’s Gingerbread Displays AFTER Christmas?

If you’ve seen this year’s holiday gingerbread displays around Walt Disney World, you’ve probably spent some time admiring the scale, detail, and sheer amount of sugar involved. From glowing, intricate castles and spinning carousels, to the many triangle cookies that make up Spaceship Earth, Disney’s pastry teams create impressive gingerbread displays, turning familiar icons into … What Happens to Disney World’s Gingerbread Displays AFTER Christmas?