Well, I’m done with my yoga teacher certification practical (and I think it went really well!), so what’s next?
I’M GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!
No, really! By the time you’re reading this I’m either crawling in to bed at Saratoga Springs or up and on my way to the Magic Kingdom!
I know I haven’t mentioned this trip at all, but that’s because the stars needed to align just right for it to happen and it could have been scrapped right up until we got on the plane! Long story short, my husband and I have always wanted to visit Disney during the holidays to see the decorations and shows, but working in professional hockey trips between September-May really weren’t an option. Well, this year with the NHL lockout we began thinking maybe, just maybe if the lockout went into December we could plan a last minute trip and go! So, we’re on our way!
Can’t wait to see our friends Mickey and Minnie!
We have a busy trip planned since we’re hoping to see ALL THINGS HOLIDAY in just a few days (because who knows when we’ll be able to make another holiday trip!). Friday night we’re going to see the Osboure Lights at Hollywood Studios (which I got to see during the Wine & Dine Half Marathon), Saturday night is the Candlelight Processional at Epcot and Sunday we’ll be going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom…I am SO excited you have no idea!
Don’t worry, I’ll share lots of pictures when I get back (or you can follow me on twitter and instagram for live updates!).
Osbourne Lights during the 2012 Wine & Dine Half Marathon
But, not to leave all of you out of the fun I have a great Disney / running related giveaway from my friend Lisa! One lucky Live, Run, Grow reader will win either (your choice!) an “I run for Dole Whips” or “I run for Mickey Bars” t-shirt from the Healthy Disney Shirt Shop just in time for WDW Marathon Weekend!
Lisa and I in our “I run for Dole Whips” shirts (and eating Dole Whips!) at Marathon Weekend 2012
Here’s how to enter (it’s SO EASY!):
Mandatory to Enter:
- Leave a comment on this post telling me what your favorite snack at the Disney parks is! (Mine’s a Dole Whip hands down…mmmm, I can’t wait to get one!)
Optional Additional Entries:
- ‘Like’ the Healthy Disney Shirt Shop Facebook page and leave a comment letting me know you did (separate from the favorite snack one!).
- Tweet about this giveaway and leave another SEPARATE comment letting me know you did. Sample Tweet: Enter to win a #DoleWhips or #MickeyBars shirt, just in time for #wdwmarathon weekend! http://wp.me/p20h7V-Mm #giveaway @vermontvittles
Additional Details:
This giveaway will be open until Monday, December 17th (when I get back from my trip!) at midnight EST at which time a winner will be randomly selected and notified. **Giveaway is only open to US residents. Winner will have their choice of a Dole Whip or Mickey Bar standard weight t-shirt.
I can’t wait to hear what everyone’s favorite Disney snack is…remember I’m down in Walt Disney World right now so I may have to try some of your suggestions!
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My favorite snack is a Mickey pretzel!
I just had my first Mickey pretzel yesterday! I usually go for the pretzels in Germany but we were at Hollywood Studios watching the lights and needed a snack!
I like Healthy Disney on Facebook!
I really love the mickey bars myself 🙂
Have a great time down in Disney! My favorite snack is the frozen chocolate covered banana. Yum!
My mom loves those! I always want to try one but I hate bananas (which is unfortunate for a runner!). Headed out to the Magic Kingdom now!
Definitely Mickey Mouse ice cream! When I retire from teaching my dream job is to sell MM ice cream in the Magic Kingdom!
Ha! Hmmm…maybe I can get a job at Aloha Isle and sell Dole Whips…
Yes! I love it. (Or, we just need our own Dole Whip machines to make them at home. Every. Single. Day.) 🙂
I just tweeted your giveaway!! Thanks so much 🙂
I have lots of favorite snacks there, but I’d have to say my most recent one was the new Le Fou’s Brew!!!
I tried a sip of my friends when we were down for W&D and got to do a New Fantasyland preview, not bad! Not sure I could drink a whole one myself though!
Hmmm… fave Disney snack? I’d have to say Dole Whip – by which I mean the pineapple flavor. Vanilla “Dole” Whip isn’t really “Dole” related!
I already liked that FB page 😀
And I tweeted 😀 https://twitter.com/krissymmurphy/status/279581853927759872
I will run the Princess Half for a cool Mickey Bar! And I’m going to have my first Dole Whip on February 22, 2013! Maybe I’ll run for a Mickey Bar AND a Dole Whip 😉
Mickey Bars! Followed by Dole Whip, then a tie between Mickey Pretzel and Mickey Rice Krispie treats (these were our wedding favors).
I tweeted! https://twitter.com/Disney_Bride/status/279591797553000450
I liked the FB page!
Love the caramel apples from Main St Confectionary!!!
Dole Whips are nice, but I always go for the Pineapple Float… It’s a snack and a tasty beverage in one! Also a fan of the Tie-Dyed Cheesecakes in Pop Century and those giant Rice Krispy Treats covered in goodness. Mmmmm… Good thing I’m running the Marathon next month!
Hmmm…I guess you’re right, my favorite really is a Dole Whip float, LOVE THEM!
I always have to get a Mickey Mouse ice cream bar! Love them!
I liked the page on facebook!
(btw, so jealous of the trip to Disney! My fiance is a teacher, so it’s just too expensive during his time off in the holiday season
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Love the caramel apples in MK from Main Street Confectionary!
I hope you have a great trip! I’m sad the marathon weekend is a little later this year as we’ll miss all of the holiday decorations. I can’t win since I live in Canada 😦 but I absolutely love me some Dole Whips! I’ll be eating a few of those after I’m done the Goofy Challenge!
Oh, me too, I think I’ll get a Dole Whip after each race! So sorry you can’t enter, unfortunately they only ship to the US : (
Mickey rice Krispy treats with frosting. I have them for breakfast. It is cereal right:)
Gosh, how do I choose just one snack? I guess I’ll go with the red velvet cupcake from Starring Rolls.
I tweeted!
My favorite is the Mickey head ice cream….it is classic!!!
Turkey leg!
Great post you will love Disney at Christmas. It is my favorite time of year to go. As for my favorite snack, it would have to be a tie between a classic Mickey ice cream bar and a salted chocolate caramel from Karamel Kuche in Germany.
I totally need to try something from Karamel Kuche…maybe today!
My favorite is the Cinammon rolls in the Magic Kingdom bakery!
That’s my husband’s favorite too, too sweet for me! : )
Hmmm, I think Mickey ice cream bars are probably my ultimate fave. Have such a great time!! I love Disney at Christmas!
If it’s not a pretzel with cheese (which it usually is) than it’s the shaved ice in Japan at EPCOT! I got it every time! So yummy.
PS- I haven’t introduced myself to you yet, but I’m Natalie and I’m on the Greatist ambassador team too AND I used to work at Disney World! I’m mightily obsessed with the mouse, and was excited to see someone else on the team was too! So…hi! Have a wonderful trip 🙂
Hi Natalie, so nice to “meet” you! I am totally Disney obsessed and SO excited to get to see all the holiday stuff this year! Do you do any of the runDisney events at all???
P.S. one of my husband’s favorite snacks is the Japan shave ice too!
My favorite Disney snack is a Mickey Bar! :0) I get one every trip!
I liked the Healthy Disney Shirt Shop Facebook page! :0)
My favorite Disney snack is a Mickey Bar! I get one every trip! :0)
My favorite Disney treat has always been dole whips!! The cool ice cream with the tart OJ, fantastic. And as a kid there was no better place to enjoy it than right by the Swiss family Robinson tree house!!!
Went on and liked the healthy Disney shirt shop on Facebook! Looks like fun.
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There are so many great treats at WDW, how could I possibly choose? Recently, I tried the caramel corn at the store in Germany at Epcot and it was FABULOUS!!!!
Do I have to choose one? It’s a toss up between Mickey bars and dole whips!
I hope you guy’s are haveing a wonderful time. I can’t wait to see the pic’s. We ‘ve been to see the lights a few years back and with the 3D glasses it really a great effect . Really a memory to hold on to. Again glad it came together with the strike and all. Things do happen sometimes for the better.
dole whip for sure
I liked the healthy disney shirt shop on facebook as well
Corndog Nuggets.
I’m with you….a DOLE WHIP is my favorite! Mmmmm…..
My favorite is the Dole Whip.
I liked the healthy disney shirt shop facebook page.
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/robinbn/status/280728340351049728
My favorite snack is the Mickey Bar!
I liked the healthy disney shirt shot facebook page!
Mickey bars are a definite fave but if I REALLY want a treat I head over to Sleepy Hollow at Magic Kingdom and get a Nuttella & fruit waffle sandwich – O. M. G.!!!
Ooohhh…you’re do right, I had one of those for breakfast the other day…SO GOOD!
And I liked your Healthy Disney page! Great page! See you in January!!!
Thanks, it’s actually my friend Lisa’s page but ill pass on the compliment!
I really love the chocolate covered banana’s at Animal Kingdom.
My favorite Disney snack is a Dole Whip with a churro. Have to have them both!