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
Category: Tips and Tricks
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
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
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,
A Sweet Negotiation at Disney World
A funny thing happened during my family’s trip to Walt Disney World this past November. We kept running into the same family. Has this ever happened to you? We first met them while they were seated at the table next to us at Le Cellier. A couple days later, we
Benefits of being on P-R-O-P-E-R-T-Y
“It’s just a place to sleep” is the theory of hotel choice for many traveling families; including those traveling to Walt Disney World. On the heels of the increase in ticket price you may be tempted to start re-analyzing your Disney vacation and seeing where you can cut costs…the bulk
Disney World Quick Tips – Childcare Choices at Disney World.
For parents, a Disney World vacation with the kids is one of those quintessential American (or Canadian!) experiences. What mom or dad hasn’t dreamed of taking their little one to the Magic Kingdom and taking that picture: You know the one, where everyone is smiling and happy in front of
Disney World Quick Tips – Snack Credits.
The number one rule you should follow with snack credits is this: Don’t buy drinks with it. It’s an easy mistake to make. You’re tired and hot and probably don’t think twice about handing the cast member your room key card, but that drink only costs around $2.59. If you
