“Welcome, Foolish Mortals” are the words that you hear when you board one of Disney’s most popular rides, The Haunted Mansion. The original ride opened in 1969 in Disneyland’s Magic Kingdom, and in 1971 at Walt Disney World. While the idea behind the ride was thought up by Walt himself,
Author: Catie
Catie Hiltz is an avid Walt Disney World lover who has been vacationing there since she was tall enough to ride Space Mountain. She believes there is something for everyone at WDW-and especially writing about the benefits of vacationing there as an adult
Disney Planning 101 – the 5 W’s of WDW
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be a daunting task – one that can be a lot of fun, but can also be overwhelming at times. The hardest part for most people (myself included!) is figuring out where to start, what to plan first? Using the 5 W’s
Is Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground right for you?
Walt Disney World has a lot of different resort options to choose from, so the question is, where should you stay, what resort will best suit you and your family’s wants and needs? When I was young, my family always chose to camp at Fort Wilderness, and I have many
Eats and Entertainment – Dinner shows at WDW
Walt Disney World has so much to offer, including some of the finest cuisine in the country. So how does WDW make the best food even better? Easy, just add entertainment! Dinner shows have been a WDW staple since the first Hoop Dee Doo Musical Review opened in 1974. Read
The “Comforts of Home” are never far away at Disney World
A vacation to Walt Disney World is a great time to be adventurous and try new and exciting things. For many of us, that’s the best part of a vacation….but not everyone feels that way. Humans are creatures of habit, and we like our routines. Luckily, WDW recognizes this, and
Adult “Treats” at Walt Disney World
Halloween is approaching and Tricks and Treats are everywhere you turn! Most adults I know aren’t so much into traditional “Tricks or Treats”, but I think they can all agree that when at Disney World, its important to “Treat” yourself to something awesome. Try some of these activities that are
Disney World Quick Tips – Adults, don’t leave home without these items
Packing for a vacation can be a pain, and it’s easy to forget something important. When you were a kid, your parents packed for you, and it was all worry free and fun galore. Now that I’m older (and my parents no longer pack for me), I have found that
Healthy Eating options for Adults at Disney World
Healthy Eating options for Adults at Disney World Walt Disney World is famous for many things – one of them being its FOOD. They really work hard on creating unique and delicious dining experiences for all of their guests, and in my opinion, they do a great job of it!
Top 5 Thrill Rides at Walt Disney World
For those of you who love amusement parks and roller coasters and the general feeling of going fast, try these WDW rides: 1. Rock N Roller Coaster –This Aerosmith themed roller coaster is located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where you embark on a VIP limo ride to an Aerosmith concert.
Fun things to do OUTSIDE of the Disney World Parks
Walt Disney World has four theme parks to offer guests which are all amazing and special in their own ways. But it doesn’t stop there. The vision extends beyond the parks in so many ways, and there are tons of activities you can do that don’t require a park admission,
Top 10 Disney things that you’re never “Too Old” for
A lot of adults write off Walt Disney World as “kid’s stuff”…personally I think that is nuts! While I believe adults can find a lot of ‘grown up’ activities to keep them happy and busy, I also think that everyone should take the time to experience all of these at
Get Your Man To Love Disney With These Guy-Friendly WDW Activities
It’s no secret that a lot of folks out there think that Walt Disney World is kid’s stuff. I am completely opposed to this way of thinking, and believe there truly is something there for everyone. One of my hardest audiences that I have encountered is my husband – he
Port Orleans French Quarter – a Perfect WDW Getaway Spot For Adults
One of the biggest challenges in planning a Walt Disney World Vacation for adults is picking which resort to stay at. Personally, I know I am looking for someplace quiet, scenic, and moderately inexpensive when I go to book my vacation Port Orleans French Quarter is the WDW Resort that
Why stay at Fort Wilderness? Why NOT!
When it comes to planning a Walt Disney World vacation, the resort options are so endless that it can be headache-inducing (it was for me at first!) Should you choose to stay on property (which I highly recommend), one of your options is Walt Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Resort and
