The Boo To You Parade at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is always a spooky thrill. There are so many fun characters to see, but my favorites are from the Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean. Captain Hector Barbossa arrives on the pirate ship, holding his favorite treat: a nice, juicy apple.
Showing posts with label Pirates of the Caribbean. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pirates of the Caribbean. Show all posts
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Friday, August 8, 2025
The Beak and Barrel
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Arrrrrrrr you ready to visit Disney World's new pirate pub? The Beak and Barrel opens near Pirates of the Caribbean in the Magic Kingdom later this month and it looks like a lot of fun.
Captain Meridian "Merry" Goldwyn and her first mate Rummy the Parrot have opened this pub for buccaneers of all ages to enjoy. Rummy, the tavern's quartermaster, is a chatty fellow who keeps an eye on everything from his roost above the bar.
The pub is made up of two rooms: The Mess and the Captains' Quarters. The Mess was once a mess hall for Spanish soldiers and is filled with long tables. A large bar fills one side of yhe room, made up of pieces from a cursed shipwreck. In addition to an impressive collection of grogs and brews, it holds an Enchanted Rum Bottle, a gift from Tia Dalma to Merry.
The Captains' Quarters were formerly the rooms of a Spanish Comandante. While it once contained fine artwork and draperies, the pirates have been a bit rambunctious over the years and little of the finery remains. Five ships in bottles hold pride of place above the fireplace, representing pirates across the world who banded together to defeat tyranny. These mysterious bottles sometimes come alive and begin to battle.
The pub has a delightful sounding array of drinks and snacks to enjoy. With both non-alcoholic and stronger drinks, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
The Treasure Trove - a mix of ube, lemon, and coconut make up this drink. It includes some sweet treats: a vanilla cake plank, chocolate cannonball, and golden caramel popcorn.
Kraken’s Catch - a cold salad with octopus tentacles marinated in lemon and lime juice and paired with olives, bell peppers, avocado, and Piquillo pepper-almond foam
Salty Seas mARRRgarita - this drink features Southeast Asian flavors, such as ube as well as Lalo Blanco Tequilla, Cointreau Liqueur, and lime
Cook’s Corn Griddle Cakes - a warm corn cake stuffed with melted cheese, lime sour cream, and chili peppers topped with cotija cheese and one of two fillings: roasted corn and poblano peppers or chipotle-braised chicken
Barrels Ablaze - a drink for the bourbon fancier, it features Jack Daniel’s Bonded Bourbon, a hint of honey, and a dash of spice
Island Provisions - this dish takes flair and flavors from the Caribbean and Central America regions with plantain chips, blue corn tortillas, and toasted flatbread served with various savory dips
Port of Call - for gin-loving pirates, this drink includes London Dry Gin, Ruby Port, lemon juice, and spiced cranberry
Lit Fuse - this drink is made with Los Siete Misterios Doba -Yej Meszal, and flavors of banana, coconut, and smoked chili bitters
The Beak and Barrel opens on August 29th. Reservations begin on August 14th.
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Thursday, January 25, 2024
A Dramatic Reading, Muppet Style
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| Jim Henson Company |
I don't know how I missed this when it was new, but this dramatic reading is absolutely hilarious! Why do you suppose that Bunsen and Beaker got so emotional over the lyrics to "A Pirate's Life For Me"?
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Photo of the Week
I love the ever changing displays outside the theater in One Man's Dream at Hollywood Studios. It's so fun to get a closeup look at the costumes, like this Captain Jack Sparrow costume from Pirates of the Caribbean.
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Saturday, August 14, 2021
Photo of the Week
This mischievous kitty has claimed my Pirates of the Caribbean blanket for her own. Apparently I'm not the only one who loves Captain Jack Sparrow and Will Turner.
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Photo of the Week
"Here, give us the keys, you scrawny little beast!"
I love the dog with the keys in the Pirates of the Caribbean rides.
Saturday, April 24, 2021
Saturday, April 17, 2021
Photo of the Week
Have you ever dared to join Captain Jack Sparrow's crew to search for the "Treasures of the Seven Seas"? It’s a fun Pirates of the Caribbean treasure hunt around Disney World's Adventureland.
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Monday, September 21, 2020
Learn To Draw A Pirate Scene
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Saturday, September 19, 2020
Arrrrrrr Matey! It's International Talk Like A Pirate Day!
International Talk Like A Pirate Day is one of the more ridiculous holidays, but one that can be a lot of fun. If you need a little inspiration, well, look no further. Here are a few words and phrases to get you started.
- Ahoy - hello
- Arrrrr - yes! or hurray!
- Avast ye! - Hey you!
- Black spot - a pirate's death threat
- Blimey - an expression of surprise
- Briney deep - ocean
- Davy Jones' Locker - the place where drowned sailors go
- Heave ho - put your back into it
- Hornswaggle - to cheat
- Landlubber - a person unskilled at life at sea
- Me hearties - friends
- Mutiny - when the crew chooses a new captain while removing the old one
- Savvy? - Do you understand?
- Sea legs - to walk easily aboard a moving ship
- Scurvy dog - an insult
- Scuttlebutt - gossip
- Shiver me timbers! - an expression of shock
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Avast, Mateys! It's Time To Uncover The Secrets Of Pirates Of The Caribbean
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
What to Expect When Disney World Reopens
When Disney World reopens the Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom on July 11 and EPCOT and Hollywood Studios on July 15, things will look a little different. From reservations to get into the parks on a specific day, to no Fast Passes, to guests and Cast Members wearing masks, it will definitely be a new experience.
Before you go, make sure to book a reservation through Disney's Park Pass System. Reservations can be made beginning June 22 for resort guests, June 26 for Annual Passholders, and June 28 for existing ticket holders. All guests must have a Park Pass and ticket to enter the Parks and can only select one park per day, no park hopping. All guests may be subject to a touchless temperature check and must wear a mask to enter the Parks.
Once you enter the Parks, most attractions will be available including:
- Magic Kingdom - Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean
- Animal Kingdom - Kilimanjaro Safari, Expedition Everest, and Avatar Flight of Passage
- EPCOT - Spaceship Earth (the refurbishment has been delayed), Soarin' Around the World, Frozen Ever After, and Test Track
- Hollywood Studios - Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
There will be characters in the Parks, although Meet and Greets have been suspended for the time being. Some characters can be seen in surprise parades while others might pop up in unexpected locations. Here are a few ways the characters will appear:
- Magic Kingdom - cavalcades down the parade route, perhaps a captive Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean queue (I've seen Cap'n Jack in the queue before and it's hilarious!)
- Animal Kingdom - characters sailing the waterways
- EPCOT - processions along the World Showcase promenade, Queen Anna and Elsa may cross your path in the World Showcase
- Hollywood Studios - motorcades on Hollywood Boulevard, Resistance members may be hiding from the First Order in Black Spire Outpost
Several music groups will also be returning, such as Mariachi Cobre and JAMMitors at EPCOT and the Main Street Philharmonic at Magic Kingdom.
While it will be different, I can't wait to return to Walt Disney World this summer!
While it will be different, I can't wait to return to Walt Disney World this summer!
Monday, December 30, 2019
Well That's Just Creepy
I love riding the slightly spooky rides af Disney World. Tower of Terror, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the Haunted Mansion are only slightly spooky, but a lot of fun. Each of these rides have a much darker side in Disneyland Paris. The Tower of Terror has a similar storyline to its US counterparts, but the little ghost girl who warns you not to scream because they know you're there and it will only get worse is much creepier than the tiny glimpse of vanishing ghosts we have at Hollywood Studios.
Pirates of the Caribbean is full of skeletons and a fantastic effect where Barbossa turns into his ghostly skeleton self.
The Phantom Manor is also filled with skeletons that reach for you and a death's head figure that laughs maniacally. The rides are all still a lot of fun, but a little creepier than I expected.
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Photo of the Week
I never knew how much Disneyland Paris runs to the creepy side. I kinda like it! You kind find this skeleton hanging in the caves near Davy Jones Locker.
Saturday, June 15, 2019
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Quote of the Week
Saturday, September 29, 2018
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