Ok, so, in case you didn’t know – aside from Disney World being the happiest place on earth – it is also at times the HOTTEST place on earth – that Florida sun can be brutal – and if you aren’t used to it, you can easily get: dehydrated, sunburned,
Category: Planning 101
Top 5 Disney World Rides You NEED A Fastpass For
There’s a lot of planning that goes into a Walt Disney World vacation these days – and thanks to technology – it’s all online and easier than ever! Researching places to stay, places to eat, and Park rides and attractions can be done entirely online, your trip can be booked
Is staying off site better than staying at a Disney World Resort Hotel?
I am normally a huge advocate for staying on property at a Disney Resort Hotel when I visit Walt Disney World – it’s way more convenient and closer to the Magic – but truth be told, sometimes those conveniences/perks of staying on site aren’t exactly free…and now that I have
Disney World Resorts – Tons To Do, All In One Place!
Don’t be so quick to rush off to the Disney World theme Parks every day of your Disney vacation – spend some time at your WDW Resort– there’s tons to do! Personally, my family and I like to designate one day as a “Non-Park Day” – we sleep in, relax,
Top 5 reasons to stay “On Site” at Walt Disney World
I have always been a big fan of staying at Walt Disney World’s on site Resorts – for MANY reasons. If you’re planning a WDW trip and you aren’t sure if you want to stay on site or off site, maybe these Top 5 reasons to stay “On Site” at
Top 4 Tips for Meeting your favorite Disney Characters at Walt Disney World
One of the best things about traveling to Walt Disney World is that you can get the chance to rub elbows with some of the most famous characters ever – we’re talking Mickey & Minnie, Anna & Elsa, and so many more, too! Character meet and greets are a super
Choosing The Best Disney World Value Resort For Your Family
When it comes to picking a Walt Disney World Resort, the choices can be a bit overwhelming – as there are more than a dozen amazing on site hotels to choose from! Over the years, I have been lucky enough to stay at many of them, and while I love
Top Disney World Souvenirs For Kids
The struggle is real – to find the kids a souvenir that they like, you like, and isn’t absurdly expensive can seem near impossible, and add in that it ideally should be something they can actually get some practical use out of – well, forget it, right? WRONG! If you
Tips & Tricks for Traveling To Disney World with Toddlers
As all you parents out there know, life with toddlers is a unique experience (interpret that however you like…). They are amazing and learning different things every day, and there is no stage in life quite like it. Toddlers love experiencing new things and places, so what better way to
Disney World Transportation 101 – What To Expect
Walt Disney World is a BIG PLACE – like 40 square miles big! To put that in perspective, that’s about the same size as San Francisco, or two Manhattan islands. Needless to say, one cannot expect to traverse the Disney World Parks by foot alone! Disney has its own internal transportation
How To Survive Those Looooooong Stretches Between Disney Trips
I wish I could afford to go to Walt Disney World every year – heck I would go there every day if I could and never tire of it! But the reality for me (as for a lot of you, I’m sure) is that the expense of a WDW vacation
Sign Up to be Notified Once 2017 Walt Disney World Packages Are Available to Book
Are you thinking about a Walt Disney World vacation next year? If you like to plan your trips far in advance then I’m sure you’re anxiously waiting for 2017 packages to be released. Send a quick email to lbourget@mickeytravels.com and I will add you to my 2017 watch list. Once
Top 5 Random But Necessary Must Pack Items for Disney World
Last week I wrote about packing for the ever-changing Disney weather – and I hope that advice was helpful to you as you plan for your next trip to Walt Disney World! When it comes to packing for Disney, I have a LOT of experience – and I have some
15 Tips and Tricks for Mastering Disney World Transportation
Disney Transportation is great! Or at least, it can be. If you know some crucial tips and tricks, navigating the buses, boats, and monorail will soon become a breeze. With these small suggestions, you can save yourself time, money, and stress. There is no parking at the Magic Kingdom: what?!
