Disney is hot and humid in the summer. If you aren’t used to humidity, you are in for a bit of a shock! It is going to be hot, but if you plan for it your family will be just fine. First things first – you MUST stay hydrated. You
Category: Planning
Packing the Park Perfect Disney Makeup Bag
You guys have probably already gathered from my previous posts that I love makeup. I’m enamored with eyeshadow, preoccupied with powder, and lala over lip gloss. I love it! Even I, a true makeup addict, will admit that there is a time and place for makeup. When you’re on a
What to Pack in your Carry On Bag
Packing a carry on bag for your flight is actually an art, especially if your Destination is Walt Disney World. If you are flying into Orlando International Airport it is likely that you are utilizing Disney’s Magical Express service. If this is the case you said good bye to your
Tipping at Walt Disney World
“Are tips included?”, is probably one of the most frequently asked questions regarding the Disney Dining Plan. In order to help with your Disney vacation budgeting, we have put together a list of common situations for tipping. The Disney Dining Plan is a convenient add-on option that allows you to
Walking Your DVC Room Reservation?
Have you heard about “walking” your DVC room reservation? Some people think it is not acceptable and should never be done as it messes with the reservation system and seems kind of like cheating the system. Other folks never give it another thought and walk their reservation every day until they
Do I Really Need To Make ADRs?
There are many great table service restaurants to choose from at Walt Disney World. For many of them, guests will have the option to make Advanced Dining Reservations, ADRs. All Disney guests can make ADRs 180 days prior to the day they will be dining at the restaurant of their
Making ADRs… From 1 Day to 180 Days (+10) in Advance
For the Planner or the Procrastinator… here are some tips to score some great Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs) for your upcoming Disney Vacation. The Planner. If you’re well organized, you’ve likely got everything planned to a “T” for your next Disney trip. Dates picked, Resort reservation made, you even know which
MouseTrips Has Arrived!
MouseTrips has arrived! Who doesn’t love planning a Disney trip? Have you been looking for a way to conveniently save all of your Disney plans in one location on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch? The answer is finally here! For total planning enjoyment, check out the MouseTrips application! The
Disney Dining Wish List
If you are familiar with Disney Dining, you know that there are many experiences and cuisines from which to choose. Narrowing your choices can be quite a task. Since there are not enough days during your Walt Disney World vacation to visit all of the restaurants, you may want to
Holiday Family Photos at Walt Disney World
Do you have an upcoming trip to Walt Disney World planned prior to December? During the December holiday season, many of us look forward to receiving photo cards from family and friends. It is never too early to start planning a family photo while at the Walt Disney World resort
Scoop on Disney Fastpasses
Disney offers a FastPass system to any guest who has a park ticket. And, on the horizon, is Disney’s new FastPass+ system, where you can reserve several attractions before you even leave home! But, using these for the optimal touring time can be challenging and confusing-especially if you are a
Whistle While You Wait: Surviving Your Disney Countdown!
Waiting is hard! Think about it, from the time we are born, we wait. We wait to learn to walk, talk, read, ride a bike, get a license, get a car, get married, have kids…it really is just a waiting game. But, that doesn’t mean it’s all bad! Waiting for all of
Booking for Candlelight Processional Packages at Epcot Now Available
It seems early to be thinking about Christmas, but if you are planning to spend Christmas at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, it’s not too early to start planning your celebrations. Candlelight Processional Packages at Epcot are now available to book and guarantee your reserved seating. The Candlelight Processional is
5 Tips for Quick Service Meals at Disney World
Anyone who knows me knows that I am a Disney planning nerd. I absolutely LOVE planning the details of Disney vacations, and I am not ashamed to admit that spreadsheets filled with things like ADR confirmation numbers fill my heart with a particular kind of joy. While preparing for a
