I’m starting a new series of Top 5’s today, and we’re starting with the flying rides. Let’s see if you agree with my faves! Alrighty, here…we…gooooo! 1) Peter Pan’s Flight – A popular Magic Kingdom draw, happy thoughts and pixie dust power this adventure. Climb aboard a pirate galleon for
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Use Your Packing Smarts for more Potato Head Parts!
Who’s been to Once Upon a Toy in Downtown Disney? Sometimes I think adults have more fun in that store than kids do! For just $20 (+ tax) you can pack a box full of Mr. Potato Head parts. This is a great (and economical) souvenir! Here’s a few helpful
Which Disney World Value Resort Is Right For Me?
So you’ve decided you are going to vacation at Walt Disney World, and now you have to decide where to stay. My research and experience shows that staying on WDW property is the best choice (Why stay on property? Click here for some reasons). Once you’ve made the decision to
Baby Okapi Welcomed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
“Nafuna”, a 35-pound female baby Okapi, is the newest addition to Disney’s Animal Kingdom family. Reported healthy after her first wellness exam, Nafuna, whose name means delivered feet first, was born on June 21st following a 14-month gestation period. Guests will be able to catch a glimpse of Nafuna and
Escaping the Rain at Walt Disney World
Until our trip last September, I had never visited the Walt Disney World parks in the rain. At least not anytime that I can remember. In the hot, muggy summer months odds are you are going to encounter the same problem. Luckily, rain showers in Florida don’t last too long
Disney World Quick Tips and Tricks: Breastfeeding in the Parks
Before my family’s first trip to Walt Disney World, I was a little apprehensive about how, when and where I would breastfeed my son. He was just under three years old at the time and I knew the stigma in America with breastfeeding older children could potentially invade my dream
Starting Today – Animal Kingdom’s Sundowner Celebration
According to WDW Magic Disney has renamed the Taste of Africa Event held in the past in the Animal Kingdom to Animal Kingdom’s Sundowner Celebration. Taking place from June 3 to June 30 2012, you will be able to find special events throughout most areas of the park. The special
Powering Through: Disney for the Migraine Sufferer
Migraines are the worst! For me, a full blown migraine equals total shutdown. I want to crawl into the darkest, quietest, place. My head pounds and smells send me over the edge. I try my hardest to avoid migraines in my day to day life, but especially when I am
10 Tips for Staying Cool in Disney World
Disney World has some of its highest temperatures during the summer months. Many of us find that when we get to the parks, we were not quite prepared for how HOT it is as we walk from attraction to attraction or while standing in line. Through the years, I have
Top Five Animal Kingdom Attractions For Adults
Let me start this off by saying that I didn’t used to like Disney’s Animal Kingdom, I thought it was just a big zoo and found it to honestly be a little boring. I had only been once before, right after it had opened when all the attractions weren’t even
Top 5 Animal Kingdom Traditions
If you have been bitten by the Disney bug, then chances are you try to visit Walt Disney World as often as you can. If so, then you probably have some traditions that you must embrace each time you visit to make your trip complete. I have some Animal Kingdom
White Rhino Gives Mother’s Day Special Meaning at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Mother’s Day may be a little more memorable this year for a Disney “mom” that recently gave birth to a white rhino calf at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. After a 16-month gestation period, Kendi delivered her fourth calf Friday, May 4. The healthy male, which has not yet been named, is
Take the Wildlife Express Train at Animal Kingdom
When going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park a great stop is the Wildlife Express Train. It is something fun to do whether it is raining or not and is often overlooked. It is found toward the back of the park in the Africa area behind the Tree of Life.
“WDW Pics” App Makes Walt Disney World Wallpaper Easy for your iPhone and iPad
“WDW Pics” App for iPhone and iPad bring magical looks to your drab mobile device. If you’re like me, you’re tired of the same ole drab wallpapers for your iPhone. The “WDW Pics” App brings over 110 high quality images to your iPhone and iPad for use on your lock/home
