You are familiar with the 3 R’s of recycling, and you’ve already heard how Walt Disney World is going green, but what you’re probably less familiar with is how Disney Cruise Line puts these into operation on a daily basis. Reduce: 1. Instead of wasting more than 20,000 plastic bags,
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Disney’s Grand Gathering: The Experiences
If you’re traveling in a Grand Gathering, you have the option to enjoy exclusive experiences only for parties of 8 or more. Yes, these have an additional charge but they are wonderful experiences designed to delight everyone in your travel party. International Dinner and IllumiNations Desert Reception: Enjoy a buffet
Disney Parade Viewing Spots from a Wheelchair
One of my favorite things at Walt Disney World are the parades. It is a great opportunity to take a break and grab a snack. Plus if you are limited on the amounts of attractions you can ride its a great way to spend the afternoon or evening and see
Top 5 Disney World Attractions With the Best Lines
Standing in line at Disney World can be a pain. It is hot, you see strange things in line, and if you have kids they can get quite antsy. While Disney do anything about long lines (especially in the summer) here are the top 5 Disney World Attractions With the
Don’t Make These Newbie Mistakes!
If you’re reading here, you’re probably pretty Disney savvy and could come up with a list of “don’ts” in your sleep, but for those who aren’t, let’s talk about the most common mistakes Disney newbies make. Here are the ones we see over and over again–we’ve even made some ourselves: 1.
The Best Time of Year to Visit Disney World
If you are thinking about a Disney World vacation, chances are the first thing you will be deciding on is when to go. It may seem like an easy decision to make, but actually it is not easy because there are a number of factors to consider. So how do
Maximizing the Magic: 5 Tips to Make Your Vacation Perfect!
If you are making your first trip to Walt Disney World, or your first trip in a long time, there are a few things you should do to prepare yourself and your family for your magical vacation. 1. Familiarize yourself with the park layouts-you should have a general idea of
May the Force Be With You: A girl’s guide to surviving Star Wars Weekends
In celebration of Star Tours officially opening today we bring you this great post from our writer Michele on surviving Star Wars Weekends. Enjoy.. If you live in this Galaxy, chances are you have not escaped “the force” of Star Wars. If you have ever come in contact with the
I love this Disney Site – Passporter
For the last decade or so the folks at Passporter have proven themselves to be a leading source in Disney information and Disney vacation planning. We are proud to welcome them into the Chip and Company family as our newest partner! A Passporter is not to be confused with a
Keys to the Kingdom: Liberty Square
During my Keys to the Kingdom tour this past November, I learned so many awesome details about the Magic Kingdom. This is another installment of the memories from that wonderful tour. Spoiler alert! Walt Disney was a genius in many areas. One such area was his attention to detail. He
Airline Survival Kit for Toddler Travel
Planes…trains…automobiles. Whatever your mode of transportation, traveling with a two-year old can be tough. Because of the miles we need to cover, a trip to Walt Disney World means flying.. I don’t think I would survive the 18+ hour trip with my five and two-year old and still have my
PhotoPass Perks and Pitfalls
As you walk around the parks you’ve probably noticed cast members in safari type khaki vests and blue shorts; although they look like they’ve escaped from the Animal Kingdom, I assure you, they are where they belong. Who are these people and what are they doing roaming the streets of
Seven Deadly Disney World Sins.
Are you guilty of committing the seven deadly Disney sins? We all do it and we’re so . . . ashamed. Feel free to learn from our mistakes. 1. Greed: Thou shall not make more than one advanced dining reservation per meal. Double booking is very, very bad! Disney has
Why Stay at a Walt Disney World Owned/Operated Hotel?
For many guests, the benefit of staying at a Walt Disney World owned-and-operated resort begins before arrival at the Vacation Kingdom. And for all guests, the benefits and perks combine to make vacation magic 24 hours a day – whether at a Disney Value Resort designed for budget-minded vacationers …
