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
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Disney World Quick Tips – Travel Bag Must Haves
As the mom of 3 boys between ages 11 and 4, I’ve been toting a bag of some kind around with me wherever we go for years. While we’re finally out of diapers and my load has lessened, there are still some things that always go into my Disney park-hopping
Disney World Quick Tips – Don’t lose you kids
Close your eyes with me for a moment and envision a perfect day at the Magic Kingdom. It’s a beautiful June day filled with sunshine and the parks are a bit crowded. You have just experienced Disney magic at its finest, and have gone on many rides and attractions with
Disney World Quick Tips – Use Giftcards to save on gas
If, like me, gas prices have you down and worried about it being a budget buster for your upcoming Disney trip; here are some ideas to help cut down the cost of gas for your vacation fund. If you have a Kroger store nearby then I recommend buying Disney gift
Disney Cruise Tips for First Timers
My family and I just got back from an amazing cruise on the Disney Dream and I have some first timer tips to share with you. Use these at your own discretion 🙂 Transportation: We flew into Orlando the night before our cruise so we didn’t risk flight delays impacting
Avoid the Disney Diva Meltdowns at Walt Disney World
Melt-down – (official definition) “Severe overheating of a nuclear reactor core, resulting in melting of the core and escape of radiation.” Disney World MeltDown (Diva definition) “The actions that result from being tired, hot, hungry, having aching feet, being over-stimulated, saying no to your greedy kids for the 1,000th time,
Top 5 Apps for your Disneyland Vacation
Every family traveling to the magical world of Disneyland eventually comes to the same question: How am I going to fit it everything I want to do/see in just three days? Smartphones have made it remarkably easier to accomplish this task, acting as pocket tour guides with tips, reviews, and
Disney World Planning Tips – More Snacks, Less Money!
My husband and I are DVC members so our family travels to Disney World at least once a year. We try to save money whenever and wherever we can without cutting back on the full Disney experience. Snacks and drinks in Disney World can be quite expensive and kids get
I Survived the Holidays at Disney World
Some of you cringe when you hear holidays and Disney in the same sentence, but I can’t imagine a more magical place to spend the Christmas season. With the right mind set and a little (ok, a lot) of planning, you can make merry memories you want and not turn
Disney trip planning with food allergies
One of the best-kept secrets at Disney World is their food allergy program, which is part of the Special Diets service. It’s not really a secret, and they don’t try to hide it, but it’s not widely known because they don’t advertise it. But they really go the extra mile
Tips for Travel: What to Take When Visiting the Mouse!
Reflecting on my traveling experience, I realize, I don’t have much to offer as far as world travel. I’ve never been to Paris, I’ve never toured a rain forest. Shoot, I’ve never even been on a flight longer than four hours – and that time was for work! BUT (as
Planes, Pains and Automobiles: How to get to Disney
So you want to go to a Disney Park? Everyone who wants to go to a Disney Park faces the same problem you have to find a way to get there. This can be the single most challenging part of your experience. A poorly thought out travel plan can put
Annual Pass holders “Enjoying the Magic”
Last spring when I heard we MIGHT move to Florida the first thing my Mom told me was we could get Annual Passes to Walt Disney World! I hadn’t been to WDW since I was 6 years old but I had been to Disneyland in 1996 and 2006 and am
The Best Things in the “World” are Free
If you are looking for a few free things to do while you are at Disney World here are a few of my favorites: Monorail Take a ride on the Resort Monorail from the TTC (Ticket and Transportation Center) or the Magic Kingdom, and make your way around as it
