This past June, our extended family took a fabulous vacation to Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the new Disney Vacation Club resort that opened in 2009. Our family had purchased points in DVC in June, 2010, and this was the first time we had stayed at at DVC
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Is Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Right For You?
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa takes you back to the late-1800s upstate New York resort of the same name with its equestrian theme and Victorian style. Walking onto this sprawling resort and being greeted in the lobby by friendly cast members dressed in their finest as if they’re about
Disney Leaders Yvonne Chang and Eugene Campbell Finalists for Don Quijote Awards
Two Disney leaders were named finalists for the 14th Annual Don Quijote Awards, a program that recognizes “business excellence, dedication to serve the community and outstanding professionalism among Central Florida’s Hispanic community.” Yvonne Chang, director of Operations Integration for Disney Vacation Club, was named one of three finalists for the
Chip & Company Week in Review, October 24, 2011
Welcome back once again to this week’s edition of the Chip & Company Week in Review. Here are the stories that caught our eye last week: Did you see that Paris Hilton celebrated Halloween at Disneyland Paris the other day? Take a look at the picture in this post and
Leadership Profile: Randy Garfield, WDW Executive Champion of Heart of Florida United Way
With the 2011 Heart of United Way campaign well underway at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney executive Randy Garfield is rallying the company’s more than 62,000 Cast Members to support their community by donating. Today, Garfield is the executive vice president of Worldwide Sales & Travel Operations for Disney Destinations
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii, Announces Special Offer to Celebrate its Grand Opening
Stay four consecutive nights at this family paradise, get a fifth night free Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii, invites families to experience all the fun and magic of this new vacation paradise with a special grand opening offer. Guests will receive a fifth night free* at Aulani
Dining Tips and Tricks for Parties Larger than 8
On our last family vacation, it was a multi-generational vacation involving kids, parents, cousins, and even a Grandma! Having nine people in our party really made things interesting when it came to dining, so I thought I would share some of the tips and tricks that I discovered when helping
Should You Buy an Annual Pass?
If you go to Disney more than once a year, or if you go for very long trips, you might consider buying an annual pass (AP). There are really only two problems with buying an AP. One, they’re expensive. And two, it requires you to predict your travel …
Ideas for the Next Disney Vacation Club Resort Location
The Disney Vacation Club is, for some people, a really great way to bring the magic of Disney into their lives for the next fifty years. There are already several Disney Vacation Club locations, both throughout Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and in other locations — so the question is, where
Between the Lines: Guide to the Disney Vacation Club
My husband and I first took our two little girls to Disney four years ago. It was a last minute decision, literally, and we didn’t know what to expect. My husband is a hard working man and we don’t see him as often as we’d like. So our impromptu week
Blissful Weddings with a Tropical Flair Await Couples at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa
A picturesque setting with island flair awaits couples seeking to exchange vows at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu. With seamless service, world-class amenities, and the unparalleled imagination guests have come to expect from Disney, Aulani is the perfect place to start
Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2012) for eReaders
My son recently started Kindergarten and during orientation the school principal spoke about technology and preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s jobs. The school is in the midst of meeting its goal to bring iPads into the classrooms. It was a powerful reminder of how technology is driving change in just
Last Minute Tips before you leave for Walt Disney World!
The time is near, you’ve been counting down the days until your next Walt Disney World vacation for what feels like years! You’ve made all your reservations, your ADRs, and everything else related to your visit. Is there anything else you need to worry about? Here are some tips that
It All Started with an “M” and it Wasn’t “Mouse” but “Moms!”
Love sharing your knowledge of Mickey’s California crib? Raced around every attraction at Walt Disney World Resort? If so, your dreams have come true! Disney Parks today announced the fifth annual Walt Disney World Moms Panel search. For the first time in the panel’s history, the call for new park-savvy
