Visiting Disney World – Slow down and pay attention

When you visit Walt Disney World Resort, slow down and pay attention. It’s impossible to see and do everything in one Park visit anyway, so try not to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of doing it all that you overlook what makes the place so magical.

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Disney World Quick Tips: Ten Tips for First Timers

You’ve just booked your first trip to Walt Disney World! Yay! Congratulations! Feel the excitement rush through your veins! Bask in that after-booking glory. But…then what? Well, don’t you fret, dearies! I have compiled a short list of my top ten tips for anyone visiting Disney World for the first,

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There’s More to “Sea” Than Just Nemo!

If you’ve ever taken the plunge on The Seas With Nemo & Friends ride, then you’ve probably found yourself exiting through an amazing aquarium.  I know how fast paced Disney is.  There are things to do, rides to ride, and shows to make.  If you are anything like me, it

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It’s Official: 2013 Disney World Packages Will Be Released July 11th!

That wait is finally coming to an end! Time to start making those Disney countdown calendars!!! Disney World will FINALLY release 2013 package prices on July 11th.  If you are planning a 2013 trip email me your details (number of adults, kids and their ages and travel dates) and I

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BYOPD Bring Your Own Pixie Dust: A Quick Tip to Creating Your Own Magic

Are you looking for a way to make your vacation extra-magical? Disney does great at sprinkling unexpected pixie dust, but what if you want to create your own? One perfect way I have found is by leaving trinkets out for the family to find when returning to the room for

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Planning a Disney Vacation? Try using Touring Plans.

One of my biggest Disney secrets is some of the apps from the guys over at Touring Plans. We have been supporting their products for years and could not imagine a Disney World or Disneyland vacation without them. From the Crowd Calendar to Lines and even their new Touring Plans

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Best Character Interactions on Disney Property

Finding your favorite characters at Walt Disney World may be a challenge.  In fact, some of the most exciting encounters happen spontaneously.   What makes a character interaction so special is how they respond and relate to you and your family.  Today, I’d like to share with you my favorite

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Disney Packing Tip for Families

If you are traveling with a large group or a family with young children, consider packing “like” outfits.  There are several ways you can do this: Have everyone in your party wear the exact same Disney shirt.  Check the disney store online for deals! Have everyone wear a shirt with

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Top 10 Disney World Attractions with the Shortest Lines

It’s officially summer! Kids are on summer vacation, the temperatures are rising, people are filling up their pools, and families are going on vacation. Therefore, Disney World is a crowded place to be! If you’re visiting Disney World during the summer, you’re probably wondering how can I experience attractions without

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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

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Eats and sips from around the world at the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival

New vegan and fresh-from-Florida dishes will debut along with international bites and sips at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 28-Nov. 12.  The 46-day culinary event — named one of the “Best Food and Wine Festivals” on the Travel Channel web site – adds an extra

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Top 10 Magic Kingdom Attractions to enjoy on our next Disney World vacation!

When I first put the title up for this article, I was only going to list my five favorite Magic Kingdom attractions at Walt Disney World.  But when I started listing them, I realized that there was absolutely no way I could decide on just five, so I doubled it,

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Disney to Test Surveillance Cameras on Buses

This week Disney Transport will test surveillance cameras on two buses. It is unknown at this time what exactly prompted the installation of the test cameras or if the cameras are recording guests or drivers. The first roll-out will begin on June 10, 2012.  I, for one, am all for video cameras

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