Excerpt 2: Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011)
This week we’re talking food and not just any food. Excerpt 2 from Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011) looks at some uncommon non-character dining restaurants where food and entertainment value for your little guys and girls are rolled into one. Please enjoy the
Oldies But Goodies – Planning Ideas For Seniors At Walt Disney World
When Seniors travel to Walt Disney World we go in different configurations. We travel with extended family, we travel with friends, and we travel by ourselves. I’m going to address primarily those folks who travel by themselves as “empty nesters” or those who have never had children. For hints on
As Glow Fest Fades, Tron Moves In
If you weren’t able to snag tickets to a showing of World of Color, then I’m sure you’re well aware of the glow-themed dance party happening in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. Sarah Tully from the OC Register gave the inside scoop on the Around Disney blog. If you loved Glow
Actor Brendan Fraser meets Lady Tremaine aka The Wicked Stepmother
Actor Brendan Fraser, star of films including “The Mummy” and “The Mummy Returns,” poses Aug. 8, 2010 with a “step-mummy,” aka The Wicked Stepmother from “Cinderella,” at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Scott Miller, photographer
Disney World Quick Tips — Beat the Weather. Sort of.
Orlando weather during the winter months can be tricky. At best, it’s fickle, hot and cold in the same week or even the same day. Sure, during the summer it’s easy predict what you’ll need to pack: Light clothing and maybe a sweater for nighttime or when you go into a
Disney Week in Review – August 1st – August 8th
Good morning, everyone! It’s a beautiful day! The sun is shining, the tank is clean. THE TANK IS CLEAN!?? I hope everyone had a great week. Many families are trying to squeeze in some vacation time before school starts. I can’t believe that in a few short weeks school will
Disney World Quick Tips — Don’t Lose that ADR or Your Money!
In just a few weeks, the first of many Halloween parties will begin in the Magic Kingdom, followed by nearly two months of Christmas parties. These parties, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, will take place two to three nights a week. On those
Chip’s Secret Spot to see Wishes for Couples
Narrated by Jiminy Cricket, “Wishes” takes Disney guests through treasured tales of adventure and romance from classic Disney films, accompanied by bigger, brighter, bolder pyrotechnics never before seen in a Disney theme park. Wishes are performed most nights in the Magic Kingdom. Now I may be giving away one of
Disneyworld Quick Tips – How to stay cool
Right around this time of year everyone is looking for ways to stay cool while braving the heat at the Walt Disney World Resort. Some areas of the parks have full exposure to the hot Florida other areas just get really hot from being enclosed and not allowing for much
Disneyland Service: Guest Assistance Cards
I’m not quite sure how this kind of service works at Walt Disney World, but down here at Disneyland we offer Guest Assistance Cards to park guests with some kind of physical limitation, such as limps, back problems, etc. The Guest Assistance Card is a great alternative to renting a
Visiting Walt Disney World with Extended Family and Friends
I have some experience in this area and the way I see it vacationing at Walt Disney World with family or friends is all about setting expectations. Bottom line, what are you expecting from the trip and what are your traveling companions expecting? Seems simple, doesn’t it? The answer, of
Disneyworld Quick Tips – How to remember where you parked
I myself am very forgetful. Don’t believe me go ask umm what’s her name? Oh yeah my wife. Before I picked up a Droid phone, and found this interesting program called Carrr Matey I was constantly loosing my car. I am sure the iPhone has a similar program as well
The Disneyworld Mousekeeping Art of Folding Towels
Walt Disney World Mousekeepers are a talented bunch! Not only are they skilled at tucking in sheets and cleaning up after weary vacationers, but they can work magic with an ordinary washcloth. Add a few pipe cleaners and some stickers and you have a butterfly. Some creatively folded towels in
Getting Around Walt Disney World
There is a lot to think about and plan for on your Disney vacation. Have you thought about how you plan to get to and from the parks…and any other place you plan to visit while there? You actually have some options, and as with everything when it comes to Disney….planning ahead will save you time and money.
