The sad reality is that a trip to Disney World can be expensive. BUT there are also many things that you can do outside the Disney World Theme Parks that won’t cost a penny and oftentimes these things are our favorite part of the trip. It’s a great way to
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Top 10 Disney Dining Snack Credit Buys at Disney World
There are so many different snack plan options for you if you’re on the Disney Dining Plan. Disney definitely provides you with some very tasty options and large portions. There are snacks that you want to avoid using your credits on though since they really don’t maximize your credit value
A New Baby Zebra at the Animal Kingdom Lodge Savanna
There’s a new addition to the savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. In October, the team welcomed a rare, baby Hartmann’s Mountain zebra. The filly and her mother are bonding well and doing fine after the yearlong gestation. Disney’s animal care team, including veterinarians carefully monitored the mother throughout her
Top 5 Things to do in the Morning at Walt Disney World
While many people are early risers with young children in their families who visit Walt Disney World, you may never have realized all the great things there are to do in the earlier morning hours! 1. Extra Magic Hours – Most obviously you can take part in the early park
DIY Disney Drinks – The Animal Kingdom Lodge Edition
In case you missed my Disney Drink post last week about the Blue Glowtini you can check it out here… There are tons of great ways to get ready for your Walt Disney World vacation, but one of my personal favorites is to recreate some of my favorite Disney
Discounted rates so you can spend Christmas with Mickey Mouse
Planning on heading to Walt Disney World for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Destinations in Florida has come up with a great deal for you. We have discounted group rates for Pop Century, Coronado Springs and Animal Kingdom Lodge, with prices saving you up to $130 a night ! These
Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Free Culinary Tour
Jambo (Hello) everyone! Animal Kingdom Lodge, aka Jambo House, is well known for its culinary creations at its 2 table service restaurants – Jiko and Boma. Even though we have eaten at both establishments before, we decided to attend their FREE culinary tour. Yes, you read it correctly – the
WDW Resort Rooms – Which Is Right For You?
Picking a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel to stay at can be a difficult task – there are a lot of things to consider, like size, cost, amenities….so I’m about to break it down for you, give you the Resort Room basics that will hopefully make your decision easier: Value
Jiko Presents the South African Winemakers Tour!
Thursday, June 13th 2013 6:00pm Reception/6:30pm Dinner $160, plus tax and gratuity Business Casual Evening Attire Meet in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Lobby, Sunset Lounge Please see below for the dinner menu. For reservations please contact Victoria Thompson at Victoria.j.thompson@disney.com. Each event is limited to 40 guests. Each event requires
Walt Disney World Resort February Movie Schedules
Look no more… Here is the complete list of the Walt Disney World Resort February Movie Schedules! Watching a Disney movie would be a great activity for your first night at WDW if you aren’t going into a park. Or, if you need a night for your family to rest
Romantic Dinner Spots Outside The Disney World Theme Parks
Last week I talked about romantic dinner spots at the WDW Theme Parks, and there really are some great places to grab an intimate dinner for 2 at the Parks. If you’re willing to venture outside of the 4 Theme Parks, there are MANY more delicious dinner choices available
WDW Resorts – Which Deluxe Resort Is Right For Me?
Over the last two weeks I have discussed the benefits of staying at the Walt Disney World Value and Moderate Resorts. If you still aren’t sure where to stay, then read on for some information about WDW’s top of the line Deluxe Resorts! Price: These are Disney’s top of the
Top 5 Differences Between Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jambo House and Kidani Village
Animal Kingdom Lodge offers a unique experience, a luxurious stay while immersed in African culture and surrounded by live African wildlife. This resort is also unique in that it has two separate sections: Jambo House and Kidani Village! Jambo House is home to the resort’s main lobby, the Uzima Pool, Zwadi Marketplace gift shop,
Disney World Quick Tips – Room Upgrades is it worth it?
Our last trip to Disney World we stayed at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. The AKL is to me of the coolest resorts at Walt Disney World. When we booked our trip we picked the standard room. While not the largest room or the best view we were still excited to
