• Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

ricci alexis

southern lifestyle & beauty blogger

  • Homeback to start
  • About Methe more you know…
  • 2023 Bookswhat I’m reading…
  • Contactslide into my dm’s…
  • Privacy Policywhat you need to know…
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

March 5, 2015 By Ricci 19 Comments

The Lion King + {Memphis TN}

This post contains affiliate links.

Last week I took myself on my very first solo trip!! I decided last fall that I wanted to go see The Lion King when it came to Memphis and I couldn’t find anyone who was able to go with me and I decided I wouldn’t miss it just because no one was able to go with me so I decided to go alone.

The timing was perfect and right after my 32nd birthday so it was a sort of single lady/first solo/birthday trip. Of course bad weather was threatening all week but I am so glad that it was clear that day and I got to go!

lkselfie

Memphis is about two hours from central Arkansas and was the perfect drive to listen to my latest audiobook and just think. The Lion King was at the Orpheum in Memphis which is just gorgeous!!

orpheum

underthelights

lionking

The Lion King is an amazing musical and I highly encourage you to go see it if you get the chance. I was blown away by all of the animals and choreography and caught myself crying tearing up a few times. I had a front row seat and it was honestly the experience of a lifetime.

lkprogram

After The Lion King I went to my hotel to check in. I treated myself right and stayed at The Westin in Memphis. Something happened to my reservation and I got upgraded to a junior suite!! Woohoo!!

via
via

heavenly bed

roomwithaview

After I got checked in I decided to walk to the Hard Rock Cafe and grab a bite to eat. It was weird to dine alone in such a fun place but I had a great time!! I have eaten lunch alone a ton but never dinner…luckily Memphis is great for people watching!

I started with a Southern Rock to drink and had the Twisted Mac and Cheese for my entree.

 southernrock

twistedmac

I was stuffed so I took the Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae back to my room to eat in my HeavenlyBed. Y’all. That bed. I must have it!! I have never slept better!! I went to bed at 830 pm and woke up at 830 am and I’m not even sure I moved at all. It’s that good.

brownie

Overall I really enjoyed my very first solo trip and I hope it’s the first of many.

Have you taken a solo trip before??
Have you seen The Lion King??

 

Filed Under: Entertainment, Travel Tagged With: entertainment, Memphis TN, musical, play, solo trip, the lion king, theater, travel

Hi! I'm Ricci and let me be the first to welcome you to Ricci Alexis, my lifestyle and beauty blog! I am a 36 year old single lady and am currently living in central Arkansas. My current obsessions include my dog Sophie, McDonald's frappes, the smell of DryBar hair products, the Royal Family, anything leopard print and celebrity gossip. Read More…

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    March 5, 2015 at 6:15 am

    I have always wanted to see the Lion King, too, and like you – no one will go with me. It comes to Boston occasionally, but I would prefer to see it in NYC.

    Reply
  2. Jeanine says

    March 5, 2015 at 8:12 am

    Ah lion King. I have always wanted to see it. Especially when it was here, but I never had the chance to go. How awesome

    Reply
  3. Alli says

    March 5, 2015 at 8:17 am

    I would love to see the Lion King! Looks like so much fun. And the Westin – I love, love, love. That sundae looks mighty tasty, too. Glad you had a great time.

    Reply
  4. Denise says

    March 5, 2015 at 8:49 am

    I love the Lion King. I remember seeing it when it first came out and thought what a great way to see this movie come to life.

    Reply
  5. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    March 5, 2015 at 9:46 am

    I loved the Lion King movie and I have watched it more than the kids if the truth be told. I would have loved to go with you on your solo trip if we were neighbors. It looks like a fun time.

    Reply
  6. Beth says

    March 5, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    Looks like you had an amazing solo trip! I try to take a solo trip at least once per year… and mine is coming up at the end of this month! The Lion King was one of the best Broadway shows I’ve ever seen.

    Reply
  7. Chubskulit Rose says

    March 5, 2015 at 1:42 pm

    I have never seen the Lion King, it would be fun to watch it. Looks like a wonderful time on a nice hotel with delicious food!

    Reply
  8. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma) says

    March 5, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Such a beautiful smile! Your experience looks amazing! I’d love to see the Lion King! How fun and the food looked GOOD!

    Reply
  9. Liz Mays says

    March 5, 2015 at 3:08 pm

    What a fun trip. I definitely like taking solo trips every now and then. I just like exploring!

    Reply
  10. Nancy says

    March 5, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    I haven’t gone to a broadway show (yet) but I’ve been to many theatres in Stratford Ontario which apparently is a well known theatre. Who knew. Now I live in the USA and I cannot wait to go to one, some day.

    Reply
  11. Sharon Phillips says

    March 5, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    This looks like it would of been a nice trip. I love Memphis. I love the Westin and I love the Lion King. Sounds perfect. Oh, and a nice comfy bed. That just makes the trip more worthwhile.

    Reply
  12. Rosey says

    March 5, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    I think it’d be awesome to see the show. I love that you didn’t miss out, woot! I like going places alone sometimes. :)

    Reply
  13. Vera Sweeney says

    March 6, 2015 at 12:18 am

    I think getting out on your own is important to do!! Looks like you had an amazing trip to Memphis!

    Reply
  14. Giveaways 4 Mom says

    March 6, 2015 at 7:39 am

    I don’t do many solo trips. However, when I don’t have the kids, I get my solo time in. I want to go to a comedy show coming soon. But, I am scared to purchase a ticket and not be able to go.

    Reply
  15. XmasDolly says

    March 7, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    What better way to go then solo! You can do what you want rather than say and what would you like to do instead? I don’t remember ever making a solo trip except I flew to see my mom (when she lived in Vegas) by myself, but while I was there I was with her. I’m glad you trip was fun. I would love to see the Lion King myself too!

    Reply
  16. Jeremy Lagatule says

    March 7, 2015 at 4:26 pm

    I must admit… I love solo trips! Looks like you had plenty of treats to keep you company and had a great time :)

    Reply
  17. Kelli says

    March 8, 2015 at 8:24 pm

    I loved this post and I am so jealous you were able to make it to Memphis to see the Lion King! I too live in Central Arkansas and discussed going with friends but we never actually made the plans to do so. It looks like you had an fun trip and how amazing of you to go alone and not think twice about it! I might have to take a solo trip myself!

    Reply
  18. Angie Agerter says

    March 8, 2015 at 10:17 pm

    So much fun!!
    I would have loved to have seen the Lion King, I am glad you enjoyed it so much.
    That bed truly does look like Heaven!

    And go you, there is no way I could have gone by myself, I am scardy cat ;)

    Reply

Trackbacks

  1. The Best of Ricci - Arkansas Women Bloggers says:
    June 3, 2017 at 11:11 am

    […] Lion King. My very first solo trip. Also the same day I got Invisalign! […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

ricci

Ricci is a 39 year old digital content creator from central Arkansas. She is passionate about skincare, travel, reading, and being an advocate for women's health issues. She is dog mom to Sophie, cat mom to Rooster and Poppy and an aunt to 10 amazing kiddos. riccialexis83@gmail.com

  • Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Looking for Something?

Follow
Follow

Categories

  • Arkansas (32)
  • Beauty (150)
  • Blogging (17)
  • Entertainment (99)
  • Fashion (31)
  • Food (131)
  • Health (31)
  • Home (11)
  • Life (650)
  • Travel (80)
  • Weight Loss Surgery (2)

Archives

  • Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

Theme Design By Studio Mommy · Copyright © 2023

Copyright © 2023 · Ricci Ellis

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Reject Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT