Disneyland Paris September 2017 Series: Day 4 Outfit

My final outfit for my trip was a simple one to decide. If you've read my outfit posts before or follow me on Instagram then you will know this is a repeat outfit from my September trip last year so it was easier to use some items I already had.

With my shoes and bag both being Alice themed I thought I may as well re do my Alice outfit as it will save me some money and my Alice top wasn't actually seen in any of the photos as I was wearing a jumper the whole time.

Alice In Wonderland Tee - Etsy Wolfawn - (link)
Another tee by my favourite Etsy page Wolfawn and I absolutely love this design as its so simple but at the same time one of my favourites. As mentioned above I did wear this on another trip but as it was covered by a jumper I thought it could make another appearance.

I was actually going to get another top by Wolfawn for this trip but by the time you've added postage and the conversion rate it can get a little expensive but came across another company based in the UK who's tees are AMAZING which you will see in my Day 1 and Day 3 posts.

You should definitely check them out over on they're Etsy page as they have such a ride rage of tees to choose from and even some non Disney ones as well. I love they're Starbucks range of tops I could honestly buy loads of them.

Alice In Wonderland Backpack/Purse - Loungefly - (link)
I fell in love with this bag and purse combo the moment I saw it on Loungefly the only issue was that they don't ship to the UK which I will say it again is stupid because they would have so many buyers from all over. Luckily I spotted this on Amazon via a seller in America and it they were both being sold at a reasonable rate although by the time I did buy the purse it had gone up a lot but had to have it.

I've taken this bag on both of my day trips but especially on the February trip did I realise how amazing this backpack was. Within my backpack on this trip I had my new Sony A6000 camera inside its camera bag which isn't small, my instax camera, purse, small make up bag, snacks and a drink and by this point you would be thinking wow how heavy must that bag be and it wasn't at all as the weight was distributed evenly and the straps padded. If I had all of that in a hand bag I would have had such a painful shoulder by the end of it.

Alice In Wonderland Vans - Vans Online 
These shoes are my go to Disney shoes for any occasion! As soon as I saw these were available I was having them for my December trip back in 2015 and my partner kindly brought them for me as an early Christmas present.

I had heard mixed reviews about them not being very comfy for walking around Disney all day for hours on end oh boy they are the most comfiest shoes I have ever worn. I actually changed to black boots for a day of shopping and I regretted it that's for sure! So these shoes will be seen with all my outfits just because I want comfy shoes.

Castle Print Custom made Ears - Custom Ears by Audrey 
These ears are one of my favourite pairs I own they are so comfortable to the point that I forget that they are actually on my head. The main reason I love these ears are the print, its really cute and has all the most amazing different Disney movie items on them with a cute bow and little castle charm, These ears will also be making an appearance on my Day 1 outfit because they suit my top that is arriving this month perfectly.

As mentioned my second amazing top by Magical Thunder Press is being sent out this week so I will finally have all my Disney outfits complete. Then it will simply be just booking our meals next month, travel, money and then insurance and we will be all DONE!

Annie The Musical - London

On the 15th June 2017 only last week me and both of my sisters travelled up to London to go and watch Annie in the theatre. Annie has been one of my all time favourite movies since I was a little girl after watching the 1982 original with my sisters growing up. 

My love for Annie didn't stop with the classic when Disney released they're own version of the movie back in 1999 I had to watch it of course one with it being Annie and two with it being Disney. 

In 2014 a more modern up to date version was released and although it received mixed signals I absolutely loved it because it mixed things up and gave it a more up to date feel with remakes of the classic songs and new ones added as well.

Annie did come to my home town in Bristol back in 2016 but because I didn't have any money at the time I didn't get any tickets but when I found out it was going to be coming to the West End and staring Miranda Hart who is one of my favourite comedians and is in Call The Midwife the credit card came out and tickets were booked instantly as I had to go.

Because money was still tight at the time we went for the cheapest tickets we could get but with a decent view. I quite like being sat up high looking down over the stage as it means you get an overall great view and don't miss anything although I did check how the top tier seats were before booking because I know in some theatres the seats can be awfully uncomfortable the higher you get.

We were sat in the front row of the upper circle right on the end in the middle meaning we had a perfect view of the stage with no one blocking our view.

After reading so many good reviews of the show before we went I just knew it was going to be everything I wanted it to be and more. The cast were incredible especially the children playing the orphans and Annie herself they had such powerful voices and brought the characters to life.

Miranda Hart made the most perfect Miss Hannigan from the moment she walked on the stage to the moment she galloped off ... any Miranda fans will get that reference and she did actually gallop off the stage. 

The set designs were incredible how they moved from scene to scene and all the added extras changed. 

I could not help but sing all the way through it was just full of the classics songs and screen play was just perfect even though it varied in certain places.

As I have only seen the movies and never seen Annie on Broadway in New York I cannot really comment which one it is based on. But going on the movie basis I would say it was a good mix of both with some new songs added in that I hadn't heard before. As for my sisters because they hadn't watched the 1999 Annie they didn't know two of the songs or that the ending of the show came from that movie.

If you are an Annie lover like myself or just fancy seeing something new then I really recommend this. It will make you laugh and sing and its just a good feeling show. Its currently on in London until the 6th January 2018 but Miranda is only starring as Miss Hannigan until the 17th September.

Review: June 2017 Tokyo Treat Box

So this months box is full of snacks that are perfect to be enjoyed when its raining outside as this months theme is Rainy Day Snacks although for me I will eat any snack what ever the weather hehe.

For once I've been really excited about receiving my box this month as I've seen some spoilers of the treats included and they look awesome especially the DIY kit. I've been a bit unsure since they changed the boxes and replaced two of the bigger items with a pack of smaller treats but we shall see.

As always here is a photo of the outside and the inside of the booklet they provide which details all the items included within the box in English, because if you are like me and cannot read Japanese then this is a great help.

Items Received:

Dagashi Bag/Wagashi: 
I think this actually has to be one of my favourite Dagashi bags so far as this month as there were more of a variety of treats rather than them being all savoury.

Main Box:
Chip Star Mild Salt (5/5)
These are essentially Japanese versions of Pringles but these tasted so much better that's for sure as they were a mild salt flavour rather than a really salty flavour like ready salted crisp are like in the UK.

Super HimoQ - Grape and Muscat Flavour (5/5)
We have actually had one of these in a previous box but it was Cola and Ramune flavoured but this time it was two different flavours of grape. I love Grape gummy sweets and the fact that it was really long was awesome.

Marble Chocolate (5/5)
Japanese version of Smarties here over in the UK apart from some of these had cute pictures on and the packet included a cool little sticker.

Shimi Choco Corn Soft Cream (5/5)
We have had these before in a chocolate flavour but in this box they were a soft cream flavour which kind of reminded me of vanilla ice cream. Only thing that disappointed me was the fact that back was barley full compared to the last time we had these the bag was mostly air.

Chocobi Space Parfait (5/5)
I wasn't 100% sure if I was going to actually like these they are corn puff star shaped snacks that come in a variety of fruit flavours but actually these tasted really nice although I couldn't quite tell what the different flavours were as they all tasted the same as there was no colour difference to help make out which one was which.

Mix Fruit Soda Ramune Candies (5+)
By now you should all know that anything ramune flavour will always get a big thumps up from me. I really liked the design of this packet because they made it to look like a little bottle of drink. These were 3 different flavours of candy and my favourite had to be the strawberry one.

Black Thunder Kaki No Tane (5/5)
Everybody always raves about these Black Thunder bars but after my first experience with one of these that tasted awful I was a little skeptical to try this one. After checking what flavour this one was I decided to give it a go and it tasted amazing better than whatever the first one I had was.

This flavour contained small pieces of salty pretzel which was really yummy mixed in with the chocolate and rice puffs.

Porippy Spice Peanuts (5/5)
These reminded me of Nobby's Nuts here in the UK with they're crunchy outside shell and peanut in the middle. They weren't over the top spicy but they did have a kick to them, I really like the pattern on the outside of the shell. Its nice to actually have some nuts in the box as since I've been subscribed something like this has never been included.

Pie No Mi - Pablo Cheesecake flavour (5/5)
I love these little pastry pies as they are so cute and small but still flaky like pastry. The first time I tried these were in Matcha flavour but these ones were based on a really popular Pablo Cheesecake flavour but if I am honest even those these ones still tasted amazing they didn't really have what I would call a strong cheesecake flavour to them.

Shinchan Puri Puri Pudding (N/A)
I haven't got around to do doing this DIY candy kit yet although I am hoping this one will be easy enough to do ... famous last words!

Kit Kat Sakura Kinako (5/5)
I have been loving all the Kit Kats that have been included in the last couple of boxes! Its meant I have been able to try loads of flavours that aren't available over her in the UK as we only have a few variations compared to the tones they have in Japan you wait till I come back next year hehe.

These had a very subtle Sakura flavouring to them but it tasted very creamy with a hint of caramel to it.

Tropicana Sakura Peach Taste (5/5)
After the last few fruity drinks that have been included in these boxes have tasted awful I wasn't really please to see yet another Sakura mixed drink had been included. Although I should have known with it being Tropicana it was going to taste lovely so I take back what I said.

I think because it was peach mixed with raspberries and cherries it wasn't over the top floral like the previous drinks have been like and was very refreshing.

One Piece Multi Colour Pen
Not a massive fan of One Piece but I won't complain at having another pen as you can never have enough of them. Although I am going to cut the strap of the top as it just gets in the way.

I've actually really enjoyed this months box compared to the last two since the change maybe because the variety of snacks have been different and not savoury heavy. July's theme is Beach Party so I am expecting some fruity flavours and hopefully some more gummy candy.

If you would like to read any of my Tokyo Treat reviews from 2016 then please click on the "Tokyo Treat" or "2016" labels in the labels column on the side.

Thank you for reading. I purchased this with my own money and was NOT paid to review this by Tokyo Treat.

Disneyland Paris September 2017 Series: Day 3 Outfit - Birthday Outfit

I am so excited to share this outfit with you all as its one of my favourites and its also my Birthday outfit of course.

As you can see this outfit is Rapunzel themed in the hope that I might be lucky enough to meet my favourite Princess ever for the first time. We have pre paid for the princess lunch on the day so hopefully I might be lucky enough to meet her in there or in the princess pavilion as she has been seen back in there a lot recently although knowing my luck I will meet her on a day I'm not wearing this outfit which won't bother me because I want to meet her either way.

"I See The Light" Tangled Tee - Magical Thunder Press (Link)
I can't thank Magical Thunder Press for following me a few months back as I would have NEVER seen this tee when they started to share the initial designs and being such a huge Tangled fan I needed this top.

Initially it was put to a vote between two very similar styles and of course I wanted both so you will see the second design in a later post. Honestly go and check this hubby and wife duo they are so lovely and have some amazing tees currently for sale and pre order with a link to they're shop on they're page.

Tangle Themed Ears - Cheerz Ears (Link) 
As seen previously in my Christmas Disneyland trip posts these ears were made by my very good friend Sabrina over at Cheerz Ears. Since stumbling across her ears I have found it really hard to find anyone else's who's lives up to her amazing standards and I've also made an amazing friend out of it.

I'm afraid to say she isn't making ears this summer as she has been lucky enough to get on to a special university programme where she gets to work in Disneyland for 3 months over the summer break so if you fancy seeing what she is up to then take a look at her page it looks like she is having the most amazing time and I am ... VERY jealous.

Tangled "Its My Birthday" Parks Badge - Tangled Celebrations Etsy - (link)
Even though I plan on picking up an official Disneyland Paris Birthday badge during my stay when I came across this super cute badge I just had to have it. It's made by the same lady over at Tangled Celebrations who made my custom Chip and Dale badge for my other outfit. I just think they are super cute and add a little something extra to the outfit.

So this is my Tangled inspired outfit all ready and planned with the hope of meeting her on this day which we all know will not happen but one can dream hehe. I have my day 4 outfit post nearly finished and ready for you all to see. Only 89 more days to go till the Magic begins.

Disneyland Paris September 2017 Series: Bucket-list

I cannot quite believe that we are already halfway through the year and that it's officially 3 months until my holiday begins but also that on the 13th June it will be a year since we actually booked the trip.

At the time of booking we were so excited but at the same time knew it was ages away and luckily for me I had two day trips in between to help me through. In my opinion its gone really quick and I think its helped by us planning and deciding what we want to do.

I always love to plan a bucket list for all of my trips whether just a day tip or a full holiday so that isn't going to be any different this time around.

1. Get a birthday badge - This was actually on my September day trip bucket list but because it was a Saturday and we were only there for one day I didn't want to waste time queuing in City Hall. I've heard you can now get these in the hotels so I may try there first.

2. Do my first ever face character meet and greet - I been to Disney 4 times in the past I have still NOT met a face character. I have met Jack but he is half face and half mask. I am kind of nervous about doing my first one as I worry about what to say to them.

3, Meet a Princess for the first time - This is definitely happening this trip as we are booked in for Princess lunch on my birthday. Once again something that just hasn't happened on my previous trips.

4. Get my photo taken in a empty Main Street

5. Watch "World of Enchantments"

6. Have cocktails in the Disney Hotel bar

7. Ride Big Thunder Mountain at least once a day

8. Ride the new Star Tours and see how many variations of the story I can do

9. Ride the new Hyper Space Mountain

10. Eat as many of the new Anniversary treats in the park as I can

- 25th Anniversary Cupcake
- 25th Moelleux Chocolate Cake
- Mickey and Minnie Cake Pops
- Marshmallow Mickey Face
- Chocolate Nutella Mickey Cookie

11. Try the anniversary menu at ADC - if we are allowed to pay the difference because we have pre paid for our meal.

12. Do at least 20 different meet and greets - I actually think for the first time on any of my trips this will finally be possible with the official meet and greets now available!

13. Meet all the gang in they're Anniversary outfits

14. Try Floating Pineapple Whip - I totally forgot about this on my September trip last year so as its made an appearance again its a must do!

15. Eat something Mickey shaped - Now I'm not saying I haven't eaten anything Mickey shaped before because I have but I haven't eaten anything in the parks that's Mickey shaped so this is a goal for me and I will take one of those photos by the castle as well for you all!

16. Watch "Mickey and the Magician"

17. Meet Rapunzel - Yes yes yes I know she comes under meeting a Princess but she is just something else she is my favourite so she deserves her own number on this list.

18. Pick and Mix - I love getting a Pick and Mix when I go to Disneyland Paris and its something that has just become a must do when I go. I just love all the french sweets and haribo that you can choose from.

19. Finally have a Casey's Hot Dog - Everyone and I MEAN EVERYONE keeps raving about how amazing these are and its time to finally try one. Looking at the menu I'm going to go for the cheddar and onion one and maybe a side of chicken nuggets hehe.

20. Ride Big Thunder Mountain in the dark - I'm not 100% sure how possible this is going to be until we are there and can gauge how dark its going to be at park closing which is 9pm during our stay. So the plan is to see how dark it gets on our first night and go from there because riding this ride in the dark back in February was so much fun I couldn't stop laughing.

So there we have it my September bucket list for my trip. If I am honest I think looking at these I will be able to tick off 13 out of 20 which I would be pretty please about if I manage it.

When I get back from my trip I will give you an update on the ones I manage to tick off with photos for proof apart although a few I may not be able to.

Only 92 days to go!