Chip’s Magic Kingdom Touring Plan

I get a lot of questions and emails on Chip and Company asking me the best ways to tour the parks. I wanted to share with you my Magic Kingdom Touring Plan to help make your Disney World Vacation more enjoyable. I posted this last week on Couponing to Disney

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Star Wars Weekends 2011: Hyperspace Hoopla Review

This year’s Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios had its ups and downs for my wife and I this year. One event we look forward to every year is the Hyperspace Hoopla, a Star Wars themed dance party, that involves characters from the entire Star Wars Universe competing in

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How Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers Comes Together – Part 1

It is crunch time at my house. We’re not quite halfway through 2011 and I’m smack-dab in the middle of getting the 2012 edition of Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers ready to send to the editor. Since I’m in the thick of things, I

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First Look at the all new Disney Fantasy

Disney has provided it’s travel agents with these exciting details about the newest ship, the Disney Fantasy! Enjoy! You will discover a fantastical line-up of new design elements and experiences on the Disney Fantasy when the ship sets sail on March 31, 2012. Here’s a sneak peek at some of

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How to Park at Disney for Free

When traveling to Disney, people are often reviewing their budget in an attempt to get the most out of their Disney budget.  One thing that should be considered is the cost of parking when visiting the theme parks.  The cost to park at any of the Disney World or Disneyland

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Plan It Disney Interview on MouseChat.net

Mouse Chat Disney podcast – Our Special guest this week is Josh from Plan It Disney. You may remember e-ticket for your iPhone. That was one of Josh’s creations and now he has built a brand new application to help you budget, plan, and book your next Disney World or

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WDW Veteran Visitors: It’s a Given

My family and I are what is known as Veteran Visitors to Walt Disney World. During our annual trips, there are traditional practices we always tend to follow even though we don’t plan it that way. Some things are just “givens” when we visit. Here are some examples: It’s a

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Disneyland Tips and Tricks – Some Helpful Planning Tips

Before arriving: Book dining 60 days in advance- great way to celebrate your 2 month mark. Have kids get involved with saving- cans, bottles, selling cookies, working around the neighborhood.  Then put some of the money on Disney gift cards for them to spend when they arrive!  You can also

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Walt Disney World Tips and Tricks: Packing Tips

I have some time-saving tips I would love to share with you. Whether you are a frequent visitor to “the World” or if you are planning your first magical visit, I hope you will find this information helpful. Up on the top shelf of my closet, I have what I

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Walt Disney World Tips and Tricks – Lanyards

  When doing the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, purchase a lanyard to wear. Just attach a clear pouch, if it doesn’t come with one you can get a pack of them at any office supply store for a few dollars. This way you can put your drivers license

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Discounts: Military Rates Extended; AP Rates For Summer 2011

Yesterday, Disney announced that they’re extending military discounts through the end of September 2012.  If you are an active-duty or retired military member, you qualify for discounts up to 40% off rooms and for deeply discounted tickets.   See your travel agent or call Disney directly. Be careful with this discount–you’ll

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Adventures by Disney Offers $300 Savings on North American Itineraries

If you have traveled the “world” visited “the land” and have sailed the seas with the mouse, don’t be dismayed; your Disney adventures have not come to an end! Adventures by Disney offers adventures on six different continents, some of the most beloved right here in the United States. From

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Chip and Co Featured Partner – Beyond the Attractions

My husband and I thought we knew everything there was to know about Walt Disney World – until we had our first son. All of a sudden everything was turned on its head – what were Baby Care Centers? Kids under three were free… really? How did Character Meet ‘n

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