Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted the turkey to be United States’ official bird? It’s true, Mr. Franklin wanted the turkey instead of the bald eagle as America’s national symbol. Even though the turkey is not America’s official bird, today – over 230 years later – turkeys remain an important part of our culture […]
Imagine a nighttime stroll with carved pumpkins that have been transformed into glowing artwork masterpieces along a meandering path under the stars. Well imagine no more! Simply visit Rise of the Jack O’Lanterns this October to see this glowing spectacle for yourself. You’ll be amazed at the creations and delighted by the scenes portrayed with […]
Everywhere you look, it’s beginning to look like Halloween. Costumes and candy for sale. Spooky decorations on display. Kids of all ages like to celebrate Halloween. Thanks to some local theme parks, the party starts in late September and lasts all through October. Disneyland, LEGOLAND, and Sea World all offer special events that offer family-friendly […]
It’s almost autumn and that means it’s time for apples – especially caramel dipped apples! At the Disneyland Resort, the harvest and Halloween celebration is in full swing through November 1st during “Halloween Time”. On Main Street, the Candy Palace offers several specialty treats throughout the year. Many of them are handmade daily at the […]
“Yo Ho, Yo Ho, It’s a Pirate’s Life for Me.” — Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Ahoy, me Hearties! A fun holiday is coming up – Argh ya ready, mateys? September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day and here are some easy ways you can get into the swashbuckling spirit and make […]