Disney Lingo goes a little like this: “I have a pre RD ADR at CP. Then, I’m heading to get FPs for BTMRR while riding PotC standby. After this, we’re spending the rest of the day at MK, hitting the headliners. We’ll catch the bus to DtD and then back
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Visiting Walt Disney World Solo
Have you ever been to the parks on a solo mission? Have you ever dreamed about it? Let me tell you, it is well worth doing! Going to Disney World Solo allows you a great chance to explore the parks at your own pace without a child demanding to ride
5 Ways to Save Money on Food at Walt Disney World
I am a foodie in my everyday life, but when I am at Walt Disney World, I really let my foodie flag fly high. I know how expensive eating at Disney can be and I’ve honed my skills so that I can save money where I can in order to
Avoid These Top 5 Disney World “Rookie” Mistakes
Your first trip to Walt Disney World is something you will remember forever – the rides, the shows, the magic, the food – it’s a great place to bring you family for a vacation. The first time you head to WDW, you will probably be overwhelmed by the sheer volume
Disneyland Park Attraction Height Requirements
I can only imagine a few things more disappointing to a young Disney fan than getting to the front of the line for an attraction they were dying to ride and finding out they don’t meet the height requirements. Use this list to make sure your little Disney fans know
Walt Disney World Attraction Height Restrictions
Imagine the disappointment in getting up to a ride you just couldn’t wait to ride only to find out you didn’t meet the height requirements. Use this list to make sure your little Disney fans know exactly what they can and can’t ride before hitting the parks. Please note that
Disney World Planning 101 – Using Childcare Services
On our next Disney World vacation we have decided to try out Disney’s Childcare Services. Disney offers fun and exiting things for little ones so that Parents can have a little “Me” time! Walt Disney World Resort offers supervised activity centers, in-room babysitting, and themed parties and adventures. Today I
The Mystery of the “Teddy Bear Lady” at the Grand Floridian Resort
Have you heard of the “Teddy Bear Lady” at Grand Floridian Resort at Disney World? Back in 2009 our family was on our annual Disney World trip and we were taking our 5 year old Princess to dine with Cinderella at 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian. After we
10 Tips to Surviving Walt Disney World During Holiday Week
When visiting Disney World during the Holidays you can expect people. Lots and Lots of people! While it may be busy and you might not be able to ride Space Mountain 20 times in a day there are some things you can do to make things a bit more manageable.
Top 5 Reasons Why Disney Character Meals RULE!
Ok, so as an adult I know I should be slightly ashamed to admit the following statement (but I’m not, so here it goes): I LOVE CHARACTER MEALS – they are honestly my favorite part of my Walt Disney World trips. For those of you who don’t know, a character
Keeping Phones Charged at Walt Disney World Parks
It’s true, a visit to Walt Disney World shouldn’t be all about staying connected with your phone. We should be able to experience and enjoy the magic without texting, tweeting, checking in, etc. But in some cases it’s necessary to be accessible to the outside world (in case of emergency,
An American in Paris: A US Disney Park Goer’s Guide to Disneyland Paris
In 2012, We were given the incredible opportunity to live in Germany. Our family typically takes at least one trip to a Disney park every year, and because of the cost Disneyland Paris can demand during their peak season, we had always found it was cheaper to fly back to
10 Adult Only Must Dos at Walt Disney World
When you think of a Walt Disney World trip, many people don’t think of it as “adult only”. Right? With the theming of many resorts, the characters in the parks, and so many character dining options, it doesn’t seem like a destination for an adult only trip. However, with a
Why The Disney Dining Plan Will Make Your Life MUCH Easier
So you’re in the midst of planning your Walt Disney World vacation, and you are deciding things like places to stay, when to go, flights/transportation etc – but there’s one more thing that should be on your list of things to book – the Disney Dining Plan! Why should I
