Ask a Disney Question: Can I get free dining after I’ve already booked?
This question comes to us from Joan, who asks: “I booked a trip for December through AAA with the dining plan for three meals a day . Please tell me this would be free. Thanks.” Joan. Thanks for reading Chip and Co and for your question. Free dining has not
Let Freedom Ring on Independence Day
The Stars and Stripes and the Liberty Bell are the most cherished symbols of freedom in The United States of America. For this Fourth of July, when all Americans will be celebrating the holiday, I attempted to learn more about our own Liberty Bell replica that anchors Liberty Square. The
Ten Tips for Staying Cool at Disney World This Summer
While a Disney vacation is a special one, visiting central Florida in the hottest part of summer will require some planning if you want this to be a magical vacation…and not a miserable one. So let’s talk about some ways to stay cool if you will be traveling to Disney World this summer.
Ten Small Ways to Save Big for your Walt Disney World Vacation
You’ve done all the planning, made your reservations, and taken advantage of every discount you could find. Now there’s the not so small matter of paying for it all! Here are ten small ideas that can add up to saving big for your Disney trip. Vacation Club. This is a
The Pros and Cons of Longer vs. Shorter Trips.
Before I had children, I was a huge fan of shorter trips to Disney World. I’d usually go for three nights, sometimes as little as two, going from morning until night. Happily, because my visit was so short, I never went home feeling exhausted. What I found when I had children
What is the Best Time of Year to Visit Walt Disney World?
Planning a vacation to Walt Disney World starts with deciding when you are going to visit. Figuring this out can be challenging though, as there are so many things to consider: work and school schedules, weather, and even special Disney events that may be occurring all play a part in your decision.
Ask a Disney Question: Eating Gluten-Free at Disney World.
This question comes from Arnold, who asks: “What Walt Disney World restaurants are best for gluten free diets? Arnold, thanks for your question and for reading Chip and Co. I also want to apologize for taking so long to answer this question, but I wanted to give it the time
Kids Sail FREE on Disney Cruise Line Select Mexican Riviera Cruises
Kids Sail Free on Select Mexican Riviera Cruises Great news! From Jan. 23 — March 20, 2011, kids age 17 and under sail FREE* when traveling with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom on select 7-night Mexican Riviera cruises from Los Angeles! You can enjoy the beauty of the
Americana Dolls at Disneyworld’s Magic Kingdom
Happy Fourth from Disney Parks Blog: The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a day to celebrate our independence, spend time with friends and family, grill outdoors, playing games, watch fireworks and show our patriotism for the great US of A. For many Guests at the
Happy 4th of July from Mickey Mouse
A celebratory spirit fills the air every July 4th at the Walt Disney World Resort. Mickey Mouse and friends mark the holiday in grand style, with fireworks displays and special entertainment all across the Florida Vacation Kingdom.
Childproofing on Vacation.
Bad parenting confession: Despite the fact that I was then living in the kind of suburban DC neighborhood where you would occasionally see a van pulling up to a neighbor’s house with some catchy name like “If You Don’t Childproof with Us Your Baby Will Not Get into Harvard!” I
Should You Take Your Children Out of School for a Disney World Vacation?
If you have school-age children, at some point you have probably considered taking them out of school to visit Disney World. It can be a tough decision, and the right answer may be different at different ages of your children.
Win a Night in Cinderella Castle! New Southwest Airlines Contest.
Hey, everyone. Just a quick note on this busy holiday weekend to let you know about a Southwest Airlines giveaway that’s right up our alley: A night in the Cinderella Castle suite! Run on over there and check it out: Southwest Airlines Cinderella Suite Give-away! We now return to our regularly
Making Sure Your Disney Vacation Souvenirs Don’t Break the Bank
You’ve planned for months, and done everything you can think of to save money on your Disney World vacation. You have a budget, and your transportation, hotel, tickets and meals were all carefully considered to help you have as affordable a Disney vacation as is possible. But what about souvenirs? There are a number of ways to make your souvenirs actually quite affordable, and if you can buy them as carefully as the rest of your trip, you may not end up blowing your vacation budget on souvenirs.
