Tipping is a personal choice, based upon both the practice of an individual and the quality of service provided. Since tipping refers to paying a gratuity for services rendered, and no one concentrates more on providing great service than Disney, you might consider this when preparing your budget. I am
Category: Planning
The 7 Deadly Sins of Disney World Vacationing
Disney is the one place where planning is non-negotiable. The people who have a miserable time at Disney World are the ones who just show up and wander around, or stupidly stand in hour + lines at Splash Mountain. People who “never want to go back to Disney World” most
Off the Beaten Path: Quiet Places at Hollywood Studios
There are so many things to see and do at Disney’s Hollywood Studios but some of my favorite times there have been doing nothing at all. It’s nice to take a break from the heat and take in the scenery, I wisely decide to do this while my family is
Disney World Summer Survival Guide
Summer in Florida is fierce. I hold nothing back. As one who made the yearly pilgrimage to the House of Mouse every July for at least a decade with my family, I know it seems impossible to visit the parks while you are dripping with sweat. Fear not travelers for
Vacationing with Special Needs: ASD/ADHD
Families with special needs children may find the idea of traveling daunting. Vacation planning should be a fun time and something to look forward to, not fear or dread. As a travel agent, I have been blessed to find families with special needs very open about their unique situation and
Off the Beaten Path: Quiet Places at Epcot
No park seems to have as much ground to cover as Epcot, by the time you get through the World Showcase you truly feel like you’ve walked around the world and the future (world) seems unattainable. It’s important to pace yourself and remember to take a break or five…try some
My Perfect Disney Day: Disneyland food highlights!
Disneyland is the perfect place to be to catch all the favorites in one day- and park hopping is a cinch! You just walk across to the gates of California Adventure and your set! I started out doing my My Perfect Disney Day by doing a ride plan, but thought
Want More Room? Look off Property
As a former Floridian,my opinions of visiting the Walt Disney World Resort can differ from many others. A total non-purist, I have no problems staying off property. In fact, I prefer to have my own car, as I have had more than a couple of complaints with the Disney World
All New Walt Disney World Pro App for iPhone & iPod Touch
TimeStream Software Releases All New Walt Disney World Pro App for iPhone & iPod Touch A brand new mobile application from TimeStream Software is now available for Walt Disney World Guests on the go. Designed for the iPhone and iPod Touch yet compatible with iPad, this handy app contains
Hoop-Dee-Doo Review Dining Time Changes and Details
Those who feared the worst for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review, fear no more. Indeed the Hoop-Dee-Do Review is still in the Disney Dinner Show line up. Though Disney has been having technological difficulties making this popular dinner show available for booking it has been confirmed the show will go on! Currently,
Top 5 Disney World Resorts
I am a big fan of Disney Resorts so staying on property is always a priority for me. Disney World Resorts offer the detail, theme, quality, and magical experiences, just like the parks do! After all, how cool is it to fall asleep and wake up in the heart of
Off the Beaten Path: Magic Kingdom Quiet Places
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,
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
Disney World 2011 Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced
Disney World’s Candlelight Processional is a moving presentation of the traditional Christmas story told by celebrity narrators who are joined by a mass choir and 50-piece orchestra. Performances take place nightly at Epcot. Take a sneak peek at the celebrity narrator lineup for Candlelight processional! Mira Sorvino- Nov. 25-27 Michael
