Are you like me? Not quite a Disney Addict, but start going through withdrawal a few months after that last trip. What to do? I am a lover of all things Disney. My first trip to Disney World was as an adult with my husband. All subsequent trips have included
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Disney World Quick Tips – What to do when it rains at WDW
What should I do if it rains while at Walt Disney World? This is a question I am asked quite often. My family usually travels to Disney in the summer months (as do most families who have school-aged children). Unfortunately, there are two constants with Orlando’s summer weather pattern: It
Jedi Training Academy “Secrets of the Force”
I have a 5 year old Jedi in Training in my home. He is obsessed with all things Star Wars. We have Star Wars Lego’s scattered throughout the basement. The movies are common weekend watching (his favorite is New Hope). Bedtime stories involve Han Solo and Obi Wan. I am also a weekend
Saving on Souvenirs at Walt Disney World
For many of us the trips we plan to Disney are about making memories, family time and good old fashioned fun. For our kids its about all that…and the souvenirs. Let’s face it Disney is pretty good at tempting us adults too! They have exclusive Park Only merchandise and the
Disney World Trip Planning – Learning before you even leave home
As parents, we will all be faced with the potentially gut-wrenching decision of whether to take our kids out of school for our Walt Disney World vacations or go during school breaks. Kelly (aka Disney Guru) recently tackled the subject and looked at different considerations that factor into this decision.
Disney Photo Travel Tips & Techniques
This helpful post comes to us from the phenomenal Disney Photographer Tom Bricker of Touring Plans & Disney Tourist Blog. He shares some tips and techniques on shooting beautiful Disney photos as seen on his site and in the Unofficial Guide to Disney World & Land. As a travel photographer
Rope Drop: Love it or Leave it?
There are two groups of Disney World guests; those who hit the ground running from park opening to park close and those who wake up when they want to and leave the parks when they are ready. I want to use every minute of my vacation but, I also like
Mom and Kids both like Doc McStuffins
Disney Junior has a few new shows that have been introduced recently. The latest addition to the line-up is “Doc McStuffins” . It is a cute show that has become a favorite. Finding entertainment for a small child can be difficult. Sure little ones love songs, bright colors and fun
It’s Raining…Not Pouring! Making the Most of the Parks in the Rain!
Have you ever been in the parks when a massive down pour happens. Ponchos get whipped out, strollers are scooted to the sidelines, and the awnings attract humans like moths to a flame. I’ve been there and chances are if you haven’t you will be! Just when you think your
Don’t miss this Top Disney World Attraction!
What is this top Disney World Attraction you might ask? Well here are some clues… This top attraction at Walt Disney World is often overlooked. It goes a whopping 13.5 mph and operates rain or shine. The queue moves faster than most other attractions and you’re often greeted by a
Which Disney World Guide Is Right For You?
The Walt Disney World Resort is huge, and it can be a complicated destination to navigate. The properties boast four theme parks, two water parks, more than two dozen hotels, a campground, a shopping district and more than 200 dining locations. It can all be a little overwhelming to returning
Why Choose Disney’s Quick Service Dining Plan
Let me tell you…our first Disney trip, five years ago, we chose to NOT include a Disney Dining Plan in our resort package. Why? Well, we were “first timers” and uneducated :). We assumed, like many people do, that it is WAY expensive, that we could pack our own food
JP’s Merchandise Review: The Return of the Orange Bird
Like many people in my age group when Disney rolled out the merchandise for the 40th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort there was one character that I could not figure out who it was. He was a bird with a head that looked like an orange. I later
Disney World Dining without Reservations
If you subscribe to Chip and Co, you’ll hear a lot about dining reservations and dining planning. For most guests, the rich variety and quality of food options available on property are an important part of their vacation, and dedicated planners take advantage of the 180 day reservation window to
