The Best Thing I Love about Disney is…The Monorail Spiel
To me, there are no happier words spoken on Disney property than “Por favor manténgase alejado de las puertas.” It may seem odd but when I hear the unmistakable warning to “Please stand clear of the doors” when riding the monorail, I know I’m on home on Disney property. Over
Kids sail free on select 2011 Caribbean cruises
Disney Cruise Line has announced its second kids-sail-free offer for 2011. To qualify for this offer, you must book a verandah stateroom (categories 4A to 7A only) with two full-fare guests. Kids must be 17 or younger and stay in the same stateroom.
Most seven-night Caribbean…
Disney Food Confession – Chocolate Pate
What is it? Scharffen Berger Chocolate Velvet Pate with candied hazelnut creme Where can you get it? Napa Rose, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Photo Credit: by Disney If you have a Disney Food Confession email chip@chipandco.com or let us know on the Disney Food Confessions Facebook page.. He
Reader Email: Getting the Dining Plan When You Already Have Tickets.
This question comes from Reny: “Is it possible to add a one day ticket to get the free dining plan since I already have my room and tickets?Reny, thanks for your question. You can do this. What you’ll have to do is buy a package. Your…
Top 10 Tips for a Happy Disney Vacation with Toddlers
There is something truly amazing about taking young children to Disney. Seeing the magic through the eyes of a child who sees everything innocently and as a real magical experience, of course as long as everyone remains happy and relaxed during your trip. Nothing can ruin a magical vacation faster
Beyond the Attractions (2011) is Available for Kindle
NEW JERSEY September 4, 2010 – Lisa M. Battista has packed the 2011 edition of Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (Kindle ASIN: B0041OSGMK) with all the information readers need to plan an unforgettable Walt Disney World vacation with children, ages 2-5. Written by a
Disney World Quick Tips – Do you need an annual pass?
A WDW annual pass gives you entry into all four parks for an entire year. It can save you money, but the savings will all depend on how you use it. Briefly, here are the perks of having an annual pass: 1. Free parking. 2. Discounts in certain Disney stores
Mickey and Pals and Disney Villains Transform Disneyland Resort for the Halloween Season
Disney villains will invade Disneyland park along with Mickey Mouse and his friends in Halloween costumes when Halloween Time returns to Disneyland Resort Sept. 17 through Oct. 31. Highlights of the Disneyland Halloween season include the return of Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy – the thrillingly “haunted” version of the popular
The Increasing Use of Technology while at the Disney Parks
In this day and age most people won’t even step out their front door without a cell/smart phone. Pictures, apps, games and wireless internet are becoming everyday necessities. I myself have a Droid phone and whenever I am not moving I am on my Droid checking out a website, uploading
Paul Ngeny of Auburn California Wins Fifth Annual Disneyland Half Marathon
Paul Ngeny, 31, of Auburn, Calif., led a record field of more than 14,000 registered runners Sunday at the fifth annual Disneyland Half Marathon, crossing the finish line first with a time of 1:07:24, beating the fastest Disneyland Half Marathon time by 41 seconds. “The course was very nice and
The Best Thing I Love About Disney is… My Tables in Wonderland Membership
Annual Passholders and Florida residents are eligible to purchase a Tables in Wonderland (TiW) Membership (formerly Disney Dining Experience) at Walt Disney World. The annual membership fee seems steep at first glance. A Tables in Wonderland Membership will set Florida residents back $100 and Annual Passholders $75. What do you
Disney Food Confession – Colony Salad
What is it? A delicious salad with sweet apples, smoked cheddar, candied pecans, grilled chicken, and a light vinaigrette. Where can you get it? Liberty Tree Tavern, Liberty Square Walt Disney World Why you’ll love it? Each forkful is the perfect combination of flavor and texture. You’ll experience sweet, savory, crisp,
Excerpt 4: Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011)
When most people think of Walt Disney World, they think Magic Kingdom and Cinderella Castle. But Disney World has grown over the years and there are now four major theme parks on property for guests to visit. This complicates matters. How do you divide your time between the parks? There
Disney World Quick Tips – Dealing with difficult people (who happen to be related to you).
There’s one in every family, the guy (or woman) who doesn’t like Disney. Maybe you’re even married to “that guy.” My advice is don’t fight it. Not everyone gets the magic of Disney. Some people hate the heat, the crowds, and the expense. Some people are just, well I’ll just say
