Walt Disney once said, “You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.” It has been said that Walt Disney would continually tell his cast members, “The customer is king” and “every cast member is
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Chip and Company Disney Week In Review For February 14th
Welcome to this week’s Chip and Company Disney Week In Review. Before getting into the Disney news we have some Chip and Company news – at 2:22 AM on February 8th Chip and Meredith welcomed their second daughter, baby Amelia to their family. Congratulations guys, we are all thrilled for
What Makes Walt Disney World YOUR Place Of Choice?
A lot of people, including yours truly, have made Walt Disney World (WDW) their vacation destination of choice. I’ll give you our reasons and ask you to think about yours. There are just so many reasons that make it ideal for almost everyone it is no wonder that it is
Snow White’s Scary Adventures: Save or Wave Goodbye?
Disney fans are generally excited about the Fantasyland expansion at Magic Kingdom, what with its increase in size and the addition of new attractions. There’s even been some rejoicing about changes to the original princess- and fairy-dusted plans. But not all news about what’s next for Fantasyland at Walt
Take A Boat Ride With Us From Downtown Disney To Port Orleans Riverside
One of the reasons we enjoy staying at Port Orleans Riverside is the wonderful boat transportation option from the resort to Downtown Disney and back. It’s not just convenient but a terrific way to relax at the end of your day so you can get a great night’s sleep when
Have You Seen The Lobby Tilework At Disney’s Grand Floridian?
On our November 2009 visit we weren’t staying at the Grand Floridian (GF) as we have done several times in the past but we visited one day for Afternoon Tea at the Garden View Lounge. We saw the wonderful new tile work that was mostly complete with a little still
How Disney Dining Made My Trip
The summer before my September 2010 trip Disney was offering a great deal. “Free Dining Plan” they said. Awesome! Except I wasn’t eligible. Or so I thought! When I first booked my trip the cast member signed me up the deluxe dining plan. In case you’ve never heard of the
First-Time Experiences at Walt Disney World
Spoiler Alert: If you haven’t enjoyed Splash Mountain and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror yet, don’t read this article! Everyone else, enjoy! I think we can all agree that the first time we experienced a Disney show, Ride, or Attraction, was the best time! Not knowing what to expect
The little things that makes Disney, Disney
In a world where the term “Customer Service” seemingly is not in the dictionary anymore, there is one thing that Walt Disney World does that nobody else does even close: Customer Service. We have been to Disney many times over the years, and will be there many times in the
Disneyworld Hidden Gems- Epcot’s UK Pavilion, pt. 2
In this second part, we bridge the gap between the sheer historical monument of using preexisting buildings as the guide, and drawing inspiration from the typical architecture of the time period. In doing this, the atmosphere becomes much more casual and relaxed. That being said, it seems as though I’m
Be Mine at Walt Disney World
What kind of Disney couple are you… adventurous, fun-loving, or romantic? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to plan the perfect Disney day for your sweetheart, no matter whether your budget is big or small. There are endless possibilities. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Affordable Disney Vacations: How Disney’s Magical Express Gets You Home Again
In my last article, I discussed using Disney’s Magical Express service to get you…and your luggage….from Orlando International airport to your Disney World resort hotel. This free transportation service is, in my opinion, one of the best perks of staying at on Disney property if you are flying. Convenient, hassle-free, and did I mention that it’s FREE? For anyone trying to plan an affordable Disney vacation, free is a great thing. So how does the service work in the opposite direction?
Oldies But Goodies – Moderate Resorts, A Very Viable Option For Us
Oldies seem to like Deluxe Resorts. From experience, it seems they lean towards the Magic Kingdom Resorts, not necessarily for access to the park itself but for the numerous transportation options, dining options, and overall ambiance of their particular favorite. I can’t blame us (Oldies), we love them and stay
Main Street Maze
Disneyland has been repaving Main Street, which means lots of walls are up one day and down a few days later. These walls aren’t exactly pleasing to the eye, but would you rather see a hole in the ground or the wall? Aside from the eyesore problem, they’re somewhat tough
