WDW natives know how much work a Walt Disney World 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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Review: Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011
Author Laura Shaefer has just released a brand new travel book called Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011, offering tween-agers “a little extra information about what’s where and why it’s so cool.” With this non-comprehensive guide, kids gain clout to “impress your parents and brothers or sisters and be their
Top 5 Disney Water Park Attractions
If you have ever been to Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon, you know that Disney water parks are like no other! They are also a great way to get some relief from the intense, summertime heat. Just like Disney’s theme parks, there are a lot of things to do and see
Top 5 Must-Buys at Disney World
We all plan our Disney trips down to last detail. Our travel itinerary is in place, our accommodations are booked and paid for, and our Theme Park tickets are in the luggage bag, and we may even have our dining options all picked out. Yes, we are all set for
Special Needs at WDW: Tips for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing
Oscar winning Deaf actress Marlee Matlin has often said, “the only thing Deaf people can’t do is hear” and she proves it everyday. The sights and sounds of Walt Disney World aren’t only for hearing people, the Deaf and hard of hearing can experience all that Walt Disney World has
Teens Take on visiting Walt Disney World
Is your teen ready to go it alone at Walt Disney World Resort? Small children see the Parks through pixie dusted lenses. Everything is magical and memorable and perfect. As they age, though, a little of that pixie dust wears off. A Disney trip may still be fun, but tagging
Disney World Trip Given As Prize to Extreme Makeover Winner
On the heels of the reality TV frenzy, shows like “The Biggest Loser” focus on weight loss and healthy living. ABC brings it’s own brand of weight loss motivation with the debut of “Extreme Makeover: Weight-Loss Edition”. The show takes you through a year long journey and transformation of one
Those Little Things
You’ve heard the term “little things”, it’s the little things that make all my Disney trips amazing. From my first, the one with former co-workers/cast members, getting that extra discount at the stores, or this last one, when we celebrated our second anniversary and chatting with the cashier where we
Free Download of Joey Lawrence’s “ROLLED”
Kristen and I had a great time speaking to Joey Lawrence on Sorcerer Radio’s “WDW Tiki Room – The Show About All Things Disney” on Sorcerer Radio! Did you catch the debut of his NEW single “Rolled”? Don’t worry. Listeners of Sorcerer Radio and fans of the hit ABC Family
Special Rates for 8-Night Holiday Sailing Aboard the Disney Wonder!
Celebrate your holiday’s aboard the Disney Wonder on an 8-night cruise from Los Angeles! Category GTY staterooms are available for the December 18, 2011 sailing. Not sure what GTY means? Click here and read all about it. Rates based on double occupancy: VGT-Verandah Guarantee $1,799 OGT-Oceanview Guarantee $1,399 IGT-Inside Guarantee
Review: Disney Have a Laugh Vol 3 & 4 on DVD
My daughter and I had the pleasure of checking out these fully restored and re-mastered Have a Laugh series on DVD this weekend. Having grown up with these Disney shorts a long time ago it was nice to be able to share them with my 5 year old daughter too.
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,
Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages-Available July 26th
Candlelight Processional dinner packages will be available for booking on July 26th. Candlelight Processional packages include: Guaranteed seating at the Candlelight Processional Show Pre-Arranged fireworks viewing Dinner packages include: Appetizer Entree Dessert Non-Alcoholic Beverage OR one full buffet (where applicable) *Package prices do not include taxes and gratuity Participating restaurants
Some of My Favorite Disneyworld Parades, Movies and Stage Performances
Our family traditionally takes our vacations to Disney World during the summer months. Before we started school, we did take a trip in October, but generally speaking, it is during the summer months that we go to Disney. As you all know who have been during that time, there can
