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Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

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Every Disney Dad strives to make their daughter feel like a princess.

Located in Magic Kingdom, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is a shop where little girls can be transformed into their favorite Disney Princess. Reservations are required so be sure to plan ahead.

There are several different packages available for purchase. Girls can also bring any dress they have from home. The packages can include hair, makeup and nail polish. The shop also has accessories like shoes, wands and crowns. Your princess can get a photo shoot after as well.

I know it sounds expensive. But it is a magical experience. The attention the boutique gives each child is special. And they feel special the rest of the day in their makeup and gown. My daughter chose Elsa and then used the costume for the next Halloween. And the photos are priceless.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

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This is one fun party. There are exclusive happenings and characters only available during the event. It is expensive. Expect to pay between $100 and $200 per person depending on the night. But it is well worth it.

First off, it is fun to be part of a special event. It feels like Magic Kingdom is throwing a party and I made the guest list. For all the Hocus Pocus fans there is always a performance in front of Cinderella’s Castle. There is also a distinct parade featuring a Halloween theme. Pre-covid, and likely returning again post-covid, there are exclusive character meetings. They have characters that are not available during normal hours.

Kids can wear costumes and trick or treat for candy. Which means they just walk around getting candy all night. We get a free souvenir reusable bag to collect their candy. We use them all the time.

Space Mountain does a special Halloween edition where it is in complete darkness. That is in one word, intense. It is an entirely different experience. And it is so much fun. There are also, of course, exclusive Halloween items, drinks and snacks.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party is a wonderful party. I would say it is even something to consider when planning a Disney World Vacation. If you are considering a late August to October time frame, keep this event in mind. It is something every Disney Dad should experience.

Memories to Last a Lifetime

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Disney World is the most magical place on earth. There is no better place to make memories with your children. Disney vacations also bring generations together. There are so many Disney World attractions that children can experience with their grandparents. It can really be a beautiful experience for everyone. One such attraction is The Carousel of Progress.

The Carousel of Progress was designed by Walt himself. It is a theater show using animatronics. The audience watches a family during various periods of the 20th century. The dad tells the guests what life is like at that time. It is really fun and informative. The dad is joined by other family members who help chronicle a day in the life. The whole production lasts about 25 minutes. Each scene is about 5 minutes or so. There is never much of a wait. It is a nice show to sit, cool off and relax. There is also an extremely catchy tune about how “there is a great big beautiful tomorrow”.

Many funny and unexpected things happen during a Disney World vacation. Some attractions or shows can elicit an emotional response. People share experiences that can really bond them. My son and my father had such a moment on the Carousel of Progress. My dad was never much for vacations, let alone amusement parks and crowds. But when we had children, he became a Disney Grandad. He wouldn’t ride coasters or thrill rides, but there were still so many things at Disney World he could ride with the kids. And my son and his Papa developed quite a bond. Papa unfortunately passed away in 2017. We continued vacationing at Disney World. On our third trip back, my son became emotional after Carousel of Progress. He said he really missed Papa during the show and he remembered how much they enjoyed it together. He will always have that memory. That is priceless.