Walt Disney World natives know how much work planning a vacation is, there’s the initial planning Where do we stay? Can we really afford a deluxe? How much are we going to eat (ooooh that dining plan is SO yummy!) What is my ADR date (I MUST stay up till
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Countdown to Disney World Check List
Like most people I am sure you love counting down the days to your Disney World vacation. As the number goes from 90 days down to 60 and then 30 most people feel a sense of urgency to make sure they have everything together. One of the biggest helpers to
The Attractions of of Epcot’s World Showcase
I’ll say this once again, the World Showcase is magnificent in its scope and splendor even if you just look at the buildings. There are also a lot of entertainment opportunities that I, like a lot of other folks, call attractions which are family friendly. These are as follows: Mexico
Visiting Disney World – Slow down and pay attention
When you visit Walt Disney World Resort, slow down and pay attention. It’s impossible to see and do everything in one Park visit anyway, so try not to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of doing it all that you overlook what makes the place so magical.
The Street Entertainment of Epcot’s World Showcase
When we tour the World Showcase at Epcot, we are so impressed by the beauty of the surroundings and the majesty of the buildings that we tend to think that’s what it is. There is so much more in the World Showcase that when you stop to consider the scope
What are Extra Magic Hours at Walt Disney World?
Extra Magic Hours (EMH) are exactly that- extra hours of magic in the parks for guests staying on Walt Disney World property. On certain days, one park opens early or stays open late for resort guests to enjoy extra time in the parks with smaller crowds on specific attractions. During
Calling the Phones Booths in Epcot-Having Fun Around the World!
If you, like me, enjoy strolling around the World Showcase on your Disney World vacations then this article is for you! Have you seen these red phone booths in Epcot’s UK Pavilion of the World Showcase? Did you know that they are actually working phones with INCOMING lines that you
Disney Family Deals
Disney Family Deals is Coming Soon Find fantastic offers on Disney toys, vacations, clothing, collectibles, music, videos, and more! Plus: Discover other fun, family-friendly products, services, and activities in your city or online — with special, limited-time discounts. Disney Family Deals will be on the order of Groupon or LivingSocial, sending
Walt Disney World Celebrates America this 4th of July
Fireworks light the sky above Walt Disney World Resort most nights throughout the year. This week, however, extra spectacular, super fantasmical pyrotechnic shows will dazzle the darkness with a pixie dusted patriotic display at Magic Kingdom, a rockin’n’rollin’ extravaganza at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and a classic sky show at Epcot
Disney World Quick Tips – Planning your Disney World Budget
There are very few people who visit Walt Disney World without having to carefully plan and budget their available funds. I use a very measured and logical (at least to me) approach for budgeting each of our visits. First – I always try to start early enough so I can
Disneynature Chimpanzee Coming to DVD
Meet Oscar, the young chimp whose playful curiosity and zest for discovery light up the African forest. Experience the spectacular imagery and stunning high-definition visuals on Disney Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital & On-Demand August 21, 2012. Disneynature will donate a portion of first-week sales to the Jane Goodall Institute through
Walt Disney World 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
How to avoid the Disney World Diva Meltdowns
Melt-down – (official definition) “Severe overheating of a nuclear reactor core, resulting in melting of the core and escape of radiation.” Disney World Melt-Down (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 10 Magic Kingdom Attractions to enjoy on our next Disney World vacation!
When I first put the title up for this article, I was only going to list my five favorite Magic Kingdom attractions at Walt Disney World. But when I started listing them, I realized that there was absolutely no way I could decide on just five, so I doubled it,
