You’ve heard the term “little things”, it’s the little things that make all my Disney trips amazing. From my first, the one with former co-workers/cast members, getting that extra discount at the stores, or this last one, when we celebrated our second anniversary and chatting with the cashier where we
Category: Tips and Tricks
Ask a Disney Question: Where to rent a wheelchair?
We recently got an email from Kristin with the following Disney question: We need to rent either a wheel chair or a scooter for our next trip for our handicap nephew. He doesn’t currently use anything in his day to day life, but I don’t think he can make 10
Special Rates for 8-Night Holiday Sailing Aboard the Disney Wonder!
Celebrate your holiday’s aboard the Disney Wonder on an 8-night cruise from Los Angeles! Category GTY staterooms are available for the December 18, 2011 sailing. Not sure what GTY means? Click here and read all about it. Rates based on double occupancy: VGT-Verandah Guarantee $1,799 OGT-Oceanview Guarantee $1,399 IGT-Inside Guarantee
Some of My Favorite Disneyworld Parades, Movies and Stage Performances
Our family traditionally takes our vacations to Disney World during the summer months. Before we started school, we did take a trip in October, but generally speaking, it is during the summer months that we go to Disney. As you all know who have been during that time, there can
When One Size Doesn’t Fit All-Tips for Plus Sized Travelers
What to do when one size doesn’t fit all? With millions of visitors from around the world, it would be impossible to fabricate accommodations that would be ideal for everyone in Disney parks. If the “one size fits all” philosophy doesn’t apply to you, don’t worry, you aren’t out of
Delightful Dining vs. Dining Disaster: Food Allergies In WDW
Food allergies are increasingly widespread and just because you are on vacation, doesn’t mean that your food allergies are. Leaving the fate of your dinner in someone else’s hands can be fatal to those with severe food allergies. This doesn’t mean you’re out of luck in the dining department, after
Annual Passholder Room-Only Discounts!
Annual Passholders can receive room only discounts for stay dates August 14, 2011 through October 1, 2011. Receive 20%-35% off rack rates. Sample Rates (all rooms standard unless otherwise noted) -Value Resorts-$64 weeknight/$74 weekend -Moderate Resorts-$124 weeknight/$134 weekend -Animal Kingdom Lodge-$179 weeknight/$189 weekend -Fort Wilderness Cabin-$224 weeknight/$234 weekend -Old Key
Ask a Disney Question – Park Carry-ons
This question comes from Katie R: Hi Chip and Company, I am visiting Disney World in August with 3 other adults. I have been wondering for some time whether I should take a backpack or a purse? I know what to put in it (sunscreen, bottled water, touring plans, camera,
Rope Drop – What’s all the Fuss?
As a Florida resident, most of my trips until the past few years were day trips. We would leave early in the morning and arrive around 10, not thinking much about the going-ons before we arrived. We rarely did multi-day trips and didn’t think about arriving early, even then. Until
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
