Disney's Must-Try Character Dining Experiences!

Plus Why you should say no to that holiday party invitation if you're overwhelmed

December 17, 2023

By Joe Graham | December 17, 2023

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Choosing where to eat at Disney is a vast topic, covering everything from character dining and dinner shows to various dining events and service styles.

To make it more manageable, the topic will be broken down into several posts.

The first focus is on Character Dining, a quintessential Disney experience where guests can dine with their favorite characters.

This option allows guests to enjoy their meal while characters circulate the room, offering a more relaxed alternative to waiting in line or using FastPass+ selections.

Character dining is highly popular and can be complex, with different characters appearing at various meals and locations.

A comprehensive guide will be provided to help navigate the options, detailing the typical characters present, restaurant locations, and meal times, although it's noted that character appearances are subject to change.

Around 89% of Americans experience holiday-related stress, often due to overwhelming obligations and limited time.

This stress can lead to an average loss of an hour's sleep nightly, affecting mood and potentially worsening preexisting mental health issues.

Experts emphasize the importance of self-care and time management during this period.

New research in The Journal of Personality and Social Psychology suggests that declining invitations, contrary to popular belief, rarely leads to negative consequences, highlighting the importance of prioritizing personal well-being over social obligations.

On Taylor Swift's 34th birthday, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a resolution declaring 2023 as the "Taylor Swift era" in her home state.

The resolution, narrowly approved with a 103-100 vote, was introduced by several representatives, including Danielle Friel Otten and Jennifer O'Mara.

It acknowledges Swift's significant impact beyond her pop star status, highlighting her recognition as TIME's Person of the Year and her role as a model of courage, self-acceptance, and determination.

The resolution also celebrates Swift's ability to overcome personal and professional challenges.

Democratic Rep. Maureen Madden, a strong proponent of the resolution, praised Swift for her positive influence on young people.

This celebration coincided with Swift's birthday, which she marked with a party attended by celebrities like Blake Lively and Gigi Hadid.

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