Rick Howard

Rick Howard has lived on and around the Florida Coast for over 30 years. He's a Walt Disney World veteran, travel agency owner, blogger and social media junkie. Rick lives in Vero Beach with his wife Leslie and 2 teens who've grown up Disney. Along with frequent visits to the Disney Parks, Rick enjoys cruising on the Disney ships, and traveling the world in search of hotels with great views, restaurants with tasty food and bars with refreshing drinks.

A Unique Point of View: ‘a bug’s land’ at Disney California Adventure Park

A Unique Point of View: ‘a bug’s land’ at Disney California Adventure Park

I’ve heard it’s tough to be a bug, but it looks like a lot of fun from this point of view of “a bug’s land” at Disney California Adventure park. For this video we took a spin on Francis’ Ladybug Boogie, Flik’s Flyers, Tuck and Roll’s Drive ‘Em Buggies and Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train. Check it out and see what the buzz is all [...]

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‘Limited Time Magic’ Brings Delicious Treats for Happy Lunar New Year Celebration to Disney California Adventure Park

‘Limited Time Magic’ Brings Delicious Treats for Happy Lunar New Year Celebration to Disney California Adventure Park

While many of us celebrate the New Year on January 1, the Lunar New Year is usually between late January and early February, determined by the cycles and phases of the moon. Best known as “Chinese New Year,” Lunar New Year is also celebrated by the Vietnamese and Korean cultures, and is a time for [...]

Mickey Check for Kids’ Meals Debuts at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort

Mickey Check for Kids’ Meals Debuts at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort

From an udon noodle bowl at Carthay Circle Restaurant at Disney California Adventure park to turkey pot pie at Cinderella’s Royal Table at Magic Kingdom Park, the new Mickey Check is now featured on kids’ menus in both quick-service and table-service restaurants across Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.   Following the introduction earlier this month at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort, [...]

Vintage Walt Disney World: Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Opens to Guests

Vintage Walt Disney World: Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Opens to Guests

Today in 1996, grand opening ceremonies were held for Disney’s Vero Beach Resort. Here’s a look at an early rendering of the resort from our archives.   With the Atlantic Ocean as its backdrop, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort was the first Disney Vacation Club Resort located outside Walt Disney World Resort property. The Resort’s design and theme reflect the Treasure [...]

Relax, Rejuvenate & Unwind at Disney Resort Fitness Centers, Spas & Salons at Walt Disney World Resort

Relax, Rejuvenate & Unwind at Disney Resort Fitness Centers, Spas & Salons at Walt Disney World Resort

Did you know that Disney’s Yacht & Beach Ship Shape Massage Salon & Fitness Center just underwent a major renovation? It is sparkling with a modern, yet warm, motif that complements the nautical resort. There are five treatment rooms and even a relaxation room for the ultimate in lounging.   Around Disney property there are other facilities [...]

Wilderness Explorers Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Spring

Wilderness Explorers Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Spring

Have you seen the Disney•Pixar film “Up”? If you recall, young Russell from the film is a dedicated Wilderness Explorer who can’t wait to earn badges by having all kinds of adventures while learning about the world.   We’re happy to announce that the Wilderness Explorers adventure organization is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with a [...]

Disney ‘Newsies’ Star Corey Cott Honeymoons at Walt Disney World Resort

Disney ‘Newsies’ Star Corey Cott Honeymoons at Walt Disney World Resort

Broadway actor Corey Cott recently took a break from his lead role as Jack Kelly in Disney ‘Newsies’ to celebrate his nuptials to wife Meghan with a land and sea honeymoon aboard Disney Cruise Line and at Walt Disney World Resort. On their first date, Corey and Meghan quickly realized the passion they both shared for Disney, so a Disney’s Fairy [...]