During our WDW trips, we stick to the “Pirates Code”: “He who falls behind, gets left behind”. This drives home the point that it’s everyone’s vacation (particularly when we’re in our grand gathering) and we need to maintain a pace that’s good for everyone. If the kids had their choice,
Category: Planning 101
Disney World Training 101 – Picking the best months to save
This year marks the first year we have decided to get an Annual Pass for Walt Disney World. Most times we go once a year and go all out by getting deluxe dining and a moderate resort. We use up our entire tax check (and then some) to pay for
Special Rates on 14-Night Westbound Transatlantic!
Set sail September 10, 2011 (14-Night Westbound Transatlantic) on the Disney Magic. Staterooms with restrictions available for these great rates: Inside Stateroom with Restrictions $799 Per Person Oceanview Stateroom with Restrictions $1,099 Per Person Verandah Stateroom with Restrictions $1,499 Per Person Restrictions Include: When booking this restricted-fare category stateroom, please
Disney World Quick Tip – Avoid Morning Madness
My quick tip is for all those non morning people out there. If you aren’t the character breakfast type, or need a little something to get you going in the morning, you can still avoid the morning madness! In the evening when you arrive back at your resort from a
Disney World Planning 101 – Last Minute Planning Tips
You’re ready to go. Good planner that you are, you made your advanced dining reservations at 180-days out, bought your tickets, know how to get a fastpass–you’ve even asked the neighbor kid to pick up your mail. So what’s left? Here’s a short checklist for those who are 24-hours from
Planning 101 – My Baggies are Packed and I’m Ready to Go
There are many uses for zip top baggies when you travel to Disney. Just to name a few, they are good for: housing your cell phone, camera and anything else you want to keep dry inside your day bag; putting a wet poncho into, if necessary; carrying leftover food from
Don’t Make These Newbie Mistakes!
If you’re reading here, you’re probably pretty Disney savvy and could come up with a list of “don’ts” in your sleep, but for those who aren’t, let’s talk about the most common mistakes Disney newbies make. Here are the ones we see over and over again–we’ve even made some ourselves: 1.
Maximizing the Magic: 5 Tips to Make Your Vacation Perfect!
If you are making your first trip to Walt Disney World, or your first trip in a long time, there are a few things you should do to prepare yourself and your family for your magical vacation. 1. Familiarize yourself with the park layouts-you should have a general idea of
May the Force Be With You: A girl’s guide to surviving Star Wars Weekends
In celebration of Star Tours officially opening today we bring you this great post from our writer Michele on surviving Star Wars Weekends. Enjoy.. If you live in this Galaxy, chances are you have not escaped “the force” of Star Wars. If you have ever come in contact with the
Set Sail Without Sinking Your Budget
If you’ve longed to be aboard Disney Cruise Line but have been putting it off for the sake of the budget, now could be the time to go for it! Say “adios” to the land under your feet and set sail to discover the Mexican Riviera on Disney Cruise Line
I love this Disney Site – Passporter
For the last decade or so the folks at Passporter have proven themselves to be a leading source in Disney information and Disney vacation planning. We are proud to welcome them into the Chip and Company family as our newest partner! A Passporter is not to be confused with a
PhotoPass Perks and Pitfalls
As you walk around the parks you’ve probably noticed cast members in safari type khaki vests and blue shorts; although they look like they’ve escaped from the Animal Kingdom, I assure you, they are where they belong. Who are these people and what are they doing roaming the streets of
All Ashore! Planning Your Shore Excursions
If a port of call is calling your name you need to be prepared before selecting and participating in shore excursions. Here are a few things you should know: Research which excursions you are interested in to see if they would be a good choice for you and your family.
The 3 P’s: Plan It, Pack It, Post-It!
The burden of a family vacation can be overwhelming for the person “in charge”. Disney veterans know that timing is everything, dining reservations are a must and you can’t leave home without your itinerary. If you haven’t traveled to Disney, or don’t travel frequently all of the above is overwhelming;
