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8. Purple Wall Attire It is fun to see how social media and vacation/Disney enthusiast blogs have shaped park culture. One of the best examples of this is the well-known “Purple Wall”.  The Purple Wall is just that- a Purple Wall between Tomorrowland Terrace restaurant and Tomorrowland, in the Magic Kingdom. What started as guests taking photos at the wall, morphed ...

9. All Things Vintage Disney Perhaps this souvenir obsession is all about bringing back the 1970s style. Maybe guests are reminiscent for old Walt Disney World attractions.  Regardless, a souvenir fan favorite right now is vintage Disney merchandise.  Disney gift shops in the parks and at Disney Springs are filled with framed photo prints, shirts, hats and even vintage style ...

A glance around the parks reveals there are certain souvenirs that tend to be all the rage at Walt Disney World these days.  From toys, to attire to houseware, items are flying off the shelves at Disney Springs and in the parks.  Count down trending souvenir items in this article and make your shopping list for your next Disney vacation!

With so many locations to dine in Magic Kingdom, it can be challenging to narrow down the candidates. If you’re looking for a time-tested location, Liberty Tree Tavern might be the winning choice. Read on to discover ten things that make this colonial inn particularly special. 10. The Namesake In keeping with Liberty Square’s colonial theme, Liberty Tree Tavern is ...

1. Discovery Island Trails – Discovery Island By night, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park is begging to be explored. And the environment that encompasses the Tree of Life is a paradise that’s teeming with wildlife. Make the most out of it by scaling its paths, foot bridges and caves, and discover creatures of all shapes and sizes. Be sure to get ...

2. Burudika – Africa For entertainment that’s a little more vibrant and irresistibly-catchy, join an African-style musical street party with Burudika. You’ll no doubt be familiar with a string of classic songs as they’re reinterpreted into Afro-pop, so get ready to pump those shoulders as this show lasts 30 minutes! If anything is going to lift your spirits in Disney’s ...

3. Resort Hotel Activities – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resort Area The magic of this kingdom doesn’t just lie within the boundaries of its theme park. If you stay in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resort Area, there are night-time experiences to be enjoyed here, too. Movies Under the Stars will see you soaking in the moonlight while you watch a classic Disney ...

4. Swotu Waya Na’vi Drum Ceremony – Pandora – The World of Avatar To immerse yourself even further in Na’vi culture, don’t miss the sacred music of Pandora with the Swotu Waya Na’vi Drum Ceremony. Be at one with nature – of an alien kind, of course – as musicians perform in the majestic Valley of Mo’ara throughout the day. ...

5. Kilimanjaro Safaris – Africa Explore the real Pride Lands in the form of an African savanna setting with Kilimanjaro Safaris. Even when the “great kings of the past” twinkle overhead (or “balls of gas burning billions of light years away”, depending on your perspective), you can enjoy a nocturnal expedition. See the real Simba, Pumbaa and Rafiki in their ...

6. Tree of Life Awakenings – Discovery Island While the stunning centerpiece the Tree of Life hardly equals in size to Cinderella Castle, it’s no less captivating or alluring. By night, watch as it comes shimmering to life in a whirlwind of vivid color. And don’t worry if you miss it, as it awakens every 10 minutes so that you ...