7 Reasons Why Cruising is the Perfect Vacation
WDW natives know how much work a Walt Disney World vacation is, there’s the initial planning (where do we stay? Can we really afford a deluxe?) How much are we going to eat (ooooh that dining plan is SO yummy!) What is my ADR date (I MUST stay up till
Ask a Disney Question: Meal-Plan Help
Today’s Question comes from Sara who writes: “If we choose a meal plan does that mean all our meals are already paid for? which meal plan is best for a family of 4 with a 4yrold and a 2yr old we will be at the Disney resort for about 5
Review: Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011
Author Laura Shaefer has just released a brand new travel book called Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011, offering tween-agers “a little extra information about what’s where and why it’s so cool.” With this non-comprehensive guide, kids gain clout to “impress your parents and brothers or sisters and be their
Top 5 Disney Water Park Attractions
If you have ever been to Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon, you know that Disney water parks are like no other! They are also a great way to get some relief from the intense, summertime heat. Just like Disney’s theme parks, there are a lot of things to do and see
New Refillable Mug Technology Being Tested at All Star Sports.
If you’ve ever spent any time on a Disney message board, you know that one of the more contentious topics centers around the use of refillable soda mugs after your initial resort stay ends. If you haven’t used one, here’s how they work: Disney resort guests purchase a refillable
Disney World Quick Tips – Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom has the wrap that it is a half-day park. In order to get the full value of the park many seasoned Walt Disney World travelers will tell you that you MUST experience Animal Kingdom at various times of the day. There is a ton of sight, sounds, eats
Disney: Get it For Less
The new Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (aka Prince William and Kate) recently wrapped up their tour of Canada and the United States. As an ordinary commoner, it was a lot of fun to drool over admire the extraordinary designer outfits Kate wore. Sadly, I do not have the royal
Tokyo Disneyland Easter Wonderland 2011 Wrap-up
While most people were preparing for 4th of July parties and vacations last week, Tokyo Disneyland wrapped up its Easter Wonderland celebration that ended on June 30th. While it may seem a bit odd to celebrate a spring holiday into summer, the annual Easter Wonderland celebration is a popular event
Five Rides To Avoid If You Are Prone To Motion Sickness
Motion sickness is something that can really mess up your day. Some folks, like me, are extremely susceptible and they either have to skip some of Walt Disney World’s best attractions or find a treatment that helps keep you from getting that horrible queasy feeling (or worse). There are as
Your Disney Questions Answered. Listen Now
Mouse Chat Disney podcast – Click Here to Listen Now on iTunes. Thanks again everyone for your Disney World questions. We have a wonderful show for you this week, and we have taken our Disney News segment and created an additional show so we can get right into our main
Tips for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
I am often asked if Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is worth the extra money and I always say “YOU BETCHA!” The Diva family has been to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (aka MNSSHP) multiple times and really loved it! If you’re planning a trip to WDW in
Disney’s Newest Vaction Club Property Causes Some Woes for Brides.
Don’t expect an announcement from Disney anytime soon, but the newest DVC property will be at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, right next to the Wedding Pavilion. A few weeks ago Disney submitted changes to the original plan, making the building a bit larger and moving it farther out into the
Top 5 Must-Buys at Disney World
We all plan our Disney trips down to last detail. Our travel itinerary is in place, our accommodations are booked and paid for, and our Theme Park tickets are in the luggage bag, and we may even have our dining options all picked out. Yes, we are all set for
Special Needs at WDW: Tips for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing
Oscar winning Deaf actress Marlee Matlin has often said, “the only thing Deaf people can’t do is hear” and she proves it everyday. The sights and sounds of Walt Disney World aren’t only for hearing people, the Deaf and hard of hearing can experience all that Walt Disney World has