Planning an affordable Disney vacation involves, at some point, a decision about transportation. How are you going to get to Walt Disney World? And how are you going to get around once you get there? While it can be a challenge to travel economically, planning ahead and doing a bit of research can save you quite a bit of money on your trip.
Category: Tips and Tricks
Helpful Hints for First Timers from our Facebook Family
We put out a question on Facebook asking our Fans (I call them our family) for Helpful Hits to Tell First Timers when they’re planning a Disney Vacation. All I can say my family delivered! You guys really came through and offered up some really good suggestions. If you are
Driving to Walt Disney World: Five Tips for Making it a Magical Trip
One of the biggest discussions for many people when planning a vacation to Disney World…especially if you are trying to save money….is the one about how you are going to get there. You know, it’s the “are we driving or flying” conversation. Obviously, many folks don’t have an option, but if you do, you may very well have considered driving
Disney Vacation Checklist: Tips for Saving Money and Time at Disney World
Are you getting ready to leave for your Disney vacation? If you are like most people, you have spent months planning your trip, trying to learn as much as you could about the parks and resorts. You may also be trying to save money too, as Disney can end up being very expensive if you are not careful in your planning. With this in mind, in the few days before you get ready to go, there are several things that you can and should do in order to make sure that you have a smooth, and affordable, Disney vacation.
That Disney Christmas Magic
I recently talked a little about what the Disney parks are like during the Christmas holidays…and how despite all that, my family continues to make plans to visit Walt Disney World at this time of year. Why, you may be asking, would we go through all that?
Thinking About a Disney World Christmas? Why You Need to Start Planning Now.
We’re going to be talking Christmas today. We have gone to Disney World at this time of year several times now, and while it is not for the faint of heart, it is also fun, memorable, and well…magical. At least it can be, if you are prepared for what to expect.
Be Sure to Protect Those Disney World Park Tickets
On a vacation to Walt Disney World, there is probably nothing more important than your park tickets. After all, visiting the theme parks is the focus of your visit! But what if you lose your tickets? What, if anything, can be done?
10 Money Saving Tips for your next Disney World Vacation
Want to take the kids to the Walt Disney World Resort, but don’t want to break the bank? With a little planning it can be done: here are ten ways to save on your next Disney World Vacation. Stay at a Disney Value Resort – While on property you still
Best Fireworks Viewing Locations at Walt Disney World
With the summer only a few weeks away and the park attendance picking up I wanted to share with you the best places to see the Fireworks displays that will be going on for the various shows and Fourth of July when it rolls around. The best place to get
Packing for Walt Disney World with a Baby
We’re counting down the days. Before long, our family will be headed to our long-awaited Walt Disney World vacation. It will be our one year old’s first visit and he’s prepared; now it’s my turn. Packing for a one week trip with a baby is a challenge. I only need
Must Sees at Disney World: Animal Kingdom
This is a great article from Nancy at the Affordable Mouse. She shares with us some “must sees” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. Like her we don’t always get to goto the Animal Kingdom on every trip. Having a toddler as well makes things even harder..our last trip all she
Tips and Tricks for an Enjoyable Disney World Vacation
The Magic Kingdom Try to come towards the middle or end of the week, because most families hit the Magic Kingdom early in their Disney visit or on the weekends. Take the Ferry for a more enjoyable experience ride to the entrance of the Magic Kingdom, it also makes for
Quiz: Is the Disney Dining Plan for You?
Quiz: Is the Disney Dining Plan for You? “Save up to 30% on Walt Disney World dining costs with the Disney Dining Plan.” That’s how Disney advertises one of its dining plans. With the dining plans accepted at over 100 different restaurants at Walt Disney World, how can you go
Taking Twin Toddlers to Disney World.
If you’re a parent of young twins or even if you have two children who are very close together in age, you know that just going to Target can be something of a logistical nightmare that entails dragging lots of gear, hoping for a cart with two seats and straps
