My family has enjoyed a couple of weeklong stays at Walt Disney World’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort. The question asked above, is it for you, depends on what you are looking for in a Resort, how much time you will actually spend at the Resort, and what types of amenities you prefer. My family
Category: Planning 101
Can you meet Rapunzel at Walt Disney World?
Everybody wants to get a little face time with Disney’s newest Princess! If you are heading to Walt Disney World in the near future you just might have your chance. (photo credit Christie Gera) For those of us who were lucky enough to have met “Punzie” AND Flynn Ryder at
15 Reasons Why You Should Be on a Disney Cruise
Cruising is a completely different vacation experience. Instead of being frightened by the possibility of something new, you should embrace all the wonderful experiences that Disney Cruise Line has to offer. Even DCL itself knows that you’re nervous about cruising and they’ve provided their top 15 reasons why you’ll love
Kids Sail Free to the Mexican Riviera on Disney Cruise Line
Kids Sail FREE is back! Wahoo! Take your family aboard the Disney Wonder for a 7-night cruise through the Mexican Riviera. Kids 17 and under can sail free when traveling with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom in categories 4A-10C on most Mexican Riviera sailings January 8, 2012 through
Disney World Free Dining Extended!
Yum! Disney announced this morning that Free dining has been extended until December 17th! The remainder of the offer remains the same, it’s just the “book by” date that has been extended to December 17th. Booking Window: Now-December 17, 2011 Travel Window (valid for arrivals most nights): January 8-12, 2012
Avoid Vacation Cancellation: P.L.A.N.
“A dream is a wish your heart makes…” but our magical vacation ideals and our budget aren’t always on the same page. So what do you do when you want to dream…but don’t want to have your dreams squished by reality? You P.L.A.N. Having to cancel your dream vacation is
“FastPass for Celebrate a Dream Come True” parade
The popular afternoon parade, “Celebrate a Dream Come True” at the Magic Kingdom is going to be testing out a new FastPass system from October 23rd through November 12th. The testing process will begin with cast members handing out FastPasses in the Town Square area for the afternoon parade. No
Disney Cruise Line 2012/2013 Itineraries
Hot off the press! Disney Cruise Line has released the 2012/2013 cruise itineraries, well to the travel agents anyway! Lucky for you, I have the inside scoop and you’re going to get a sneak peek! The Disney Dream will be sailing the popular Bahamian itineraries, offering 3, 4 and 5-Night
Shop like a Diva – Downtown Disney
We can’t forget Downtown Disney! Even though we’ve already talked about where to shop in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, you obviously STILL WANT MORE. Well, I’m not going to disappoint! Downtown Disney Obviously, Downtown Disney is the mother-load for Disney Shopping, but it just doesn’t have
Disney Advanced Dining Reservations Now Requiring Credit Card Hold
Making Advanced Dining Reservations at Walt Disney World seems to be an endless process. You do research on the restaurants, check the menus, check your schedule, make a draft, re-draft (countless times!) and then wait with baited breath for your 180 day mark. It’s not unusual for your choice restaurants
Top 5 Disney Cruise Line Must Have’s
There’s nothing I love more than a trip on Disney Cruise Line but after a few rookie packing mistakes I’ve learned what I can’t live without. Make sure you put these top 5 items on your packing list and you’ll be sailing happy! 1. Highlighters-Grab a pack of multicolored highlighters
Planning 101 – Scheduling Time for Free Disney Resort Fun
If your family loves fun and games, allow for some flex time when planning your Walt Disney World itinerary. Once you check into your Disney resort, you will be given a schedule of resort activities. These are free activities for the whole family. During my recent stay at the Port
Shop like a Diva – Animal Kingdom
Still shopping? Of course you are, this is Walt Disney World and buying stuff to prove you’ve been there is half the fun! At your time in Animal Kingdom you’ll find some more goodies. Don’t forget to check out my other articles below. Animal Kingdom For Adult clothing- Island Mercantile-
Shop like a Diva – Disney’s Hollywood Studios Shopping
Still haven’t satisfied your inner shop-a-holic after reading my posts about where to shop in Magic Kingdom and in Epcot? Here are some Hollywood Studios finds you shouldn’t pass up! I would recommend you take a pass on Mickey’s of Hollywood. It’s potentially one of the worst laid out stores
