Sunday, June 30, 2013

"We are not a ride family"

This is what I heard when I was talking to a family planning a Disney vacation.  My thoughts immediately went to "what do you mean, you are not a ride family"?  So what if you have kids who don't ride roller coasters or thrill- seeking rides?  What if you have a family member, like me, who escapes through the chicken door?  (They really do call it that)  Can your trip to Disney Parks be just as magical?  You bet!

Parades
A train engine carrying Goofy and a drum with Minnie at the Main Street Electrical Parade
Main Street Electrical Parade

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on a parade float with Chip 'n Dale walking in front at the Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
Celebrate a Dream Come True

Fireworks
Fireworks burst into the night sky above Cinderella Castle
Wishes Nighttime Spectacular

Earth Globe reveals a torch at IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
IllumiNations:  Reflections of Earth

Dress Up Fun....not just for Princesses, but also for the Pirates!
Mom and daughter watch as Dad and son get a pirate makeover at the Pirates League
The Pirates League at Magic Kingdom

Girls dressed as princesses and their hair stylists at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Downtown Disney area
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

Dinner Shows
Performers on stage at Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show
Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show

Pioneer Players from Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue performing on stage
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

Characters
Goofy, wearing a motorcycle jumpsuit, stands with his hands on his hips in front of a stunt cage with his crashed motorcycle at Pete's Silly Sideshow
Meet Goofy and Donald at Pete's Silly Sideshow

Stage Shows
Characters from Festival of the Lion King performing in front of a packed audience
Festival of the Lion King

Belle reads to the Beast in a scene from Beauty and the Beast—Live on Stage at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage

While this is certainly not an exhaustive list, this gives you an idea of all the fun things you can participate in at Disney Parks without even stepping onto a ride.  They truly have something magical for every age and interest!  Next up....Rides that you should avoid if your family members do not enjoy that lump in the throat, drop in the stomach feeling.

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