NikkyJ

NikkyJ is the author of The Solo Theme Park Traveler's Guide who loves ALL things amusement park related. Instead of rushing over to the thrill rides, like she used to, you may find her in the Italy Pavilion at Epcot enjoying a nice glass of Pinot Noir and a delightful book!
Disney Magic Kingdom Christmas Merchandise with spirit jersey

7 Best Disney Christmas Sweaters You’ll Love for the Holidays (2023)

Are you looking for the best Disney Christmas sweaters this year?

Then pack your bags, because it’s time for the holiday season at Walt Disney World parks! The parks somehow become more magical during the holiday season. 

I have found some of my favorite Disney Christmas sweaters to wear to the parks, to your work ugly Christmas sweater party, or to just lounge around in. 

The ugly Christmas sweater has become such a popular trend over the years that it’s become the norm for Christmas sweaters now.

And we are loving all the “ugly” Disney Christmas sweaters this holiday season!

No matter what you celebrate, a Disney themed sweater is for everyone!

Get the candy canes and hot cocoa ready for our top 7 Disney Christmas sweaters.

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Santa and Reindeers during Disney Christmas Parade Magic Kingdom

2023 Guide to Christmas at Disney World (37 Things to Do at Disney for the Holidays)

Are you ready to experience Christmas at Disney World?

Another Yuletide season is here and I couldn’t be more excited!

It’s a time when our inner child comes to life in anticipation of all the new holiday experiences at Walt Disney World.

It’s a season when we share good tidings with friends, take some time off our busy lives and schedules, and most importantly spend time creating colorful and exhilarating new memories with the people that matter most to us, our family.

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Boardwalk Inn Gingerbread House and Christmas Tree

2023 Magical Disney World Gingerbread Houses & Where to Find Them

Can you smell the sweet aromas of the Disney World gingerbread houses coming from this page?

Well maybe I am pushing the imagination button just a bit, but I’m super excited to share with you something really cool that Disney does for the holidays.

Each Christmas season, the Disney Parks and resorts displays the most over-the-top gingerbread houses for everyone to enjoy each year.

Many of the beautiful displays can be seen for free and yes, I did just say free!

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Guide to Thanksgiving Day at Busch Gardens Tampa Florida

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Busch Gardens Tampa (2024 Full Guide)

Happy Holidays! It’s time to celebrate Thanksgiving at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. If you don’t have any dinner plans, then I have a few fun ways to enjoy your holiday at the park.

Among the coasters and animals is one of the best fall festival dining experiences right here in Florida.

So if you’re looking for a fun thing to do on Thanksgiving Day November 23, 2023, then keep reading!

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Welcome to Busch Gardens Christmas Town Guide on ThemeParkHipster

2023 Busch Gardens Tampa Christmas Town Guide: Tickets, Food, Rides and more!

Christmas time is here and is shining the brightest at Christmas Town Busch Gardens in Tampa – an event that offers a wide range of merry activities for everyone to experience together.

Best thing about it is that it’s INCLUDED in your theme admission!

Busch Gardens is one of the world’s most stunning park that dresses the evening with more than 10 million lights.

Plus, Christmas treats, Santa’s house, Rudolph and more can be found in this annual Winter Wonderland experience right in the heart of Tampa Bay.

AND you can do this from November 11, 2023 through January 7, 2024.

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Thanksgiving at Universal Orlando Front Entrance of Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

15 Fun Ways to Enjoy Thanksgiving at Universal Orlando Resort (2023 Complete Guide)

If your idea of Thanksgiving Day is spending time in Orlando with family at a Universal Orlando Resort, then you’ve chosen the perfect place.

You may be wondering, Does Universal Studios do anything special for Thanksgiving?

Among the coasters, magic, and fairy-tales are some of the best fall festival feasts right here in the theme park capital of the world and we’re going to go through ALL OF THEM today!

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Universal Orlando Resort Giant Christmas Tree in Central Park of Universal Studios Florida

2023 Ultimate Guide to Christmas at Universal Orlando Resort: Dinner, Tips, and Crowd

Can you imagine spending the holidays with the Grinch, wizards in Hogsmeade, and giant parade floats galore? Well that’s what you’ll get when discovering the holiday happenings for Christmas at Universal from November 17, 2023 through December 31, 2023.

The yuletide season is finally here and I am so happy to be able to spend another year with my loved ones.

Just in case you’re visiting central Florida or even if you are a local, I wanted to give you some alternative holiday options for celebrating this festive time of year. 

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The Grinch performing during Grinchmas at Universal Islands of Adventure

Lights, Camera, Grinch! 2023 Whoville Guide to Grinchmas at Universal

Have you ever had the chance to experience Grinchmas at Universal Orlando Resort?

If you haven’t, then you’re missing out on one of Orlando’s most amazing holiday festivities!

Islands of Adventure Seuss Landing is completely decorated with yuletide magic in celebration of Dr. Seuss’s classic book, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, that was published over 50 years ago.

Let’s now go over EVERYTHING you must know before you go!

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2023 Disney Christmas at Epcot Festival of the Holidays.

14 Fun Things to Do for Christmas at EPCOT (Festival of the Holidays 2023 Guide)

Christmas at Disney World is like no other vacation destination in the world and Epcot Festival of the Holidays adds to that seasonal magic in a big way.

The holidays around the world experience shows you how to enjoy this time of year with cultural traditions and practices from countries across the globe.

And believe me, Epcot does Christmas in Disney the right way!

After reading this guide, you’ll be ready to spend your Yuletide season at Epcot Festival of the Holidays in the best way possible.

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