Indulge in a romantic retreat this Valentine’s Day at the Courtyard Orlando Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village. For a limited time, guests can relax with their significant other as they enjoy the Romance Package offered at the Lake Buena Vista hotel. Guests will retreat to Lake Buena Vista
Tag: Magic Kingdom
Oh, How I Love a Good Cast Member!
In a fairly recent WDW Radio Podcast, I remember Lou Mongello and his co-host talking about cast members and how to acknowledge a really good Cast Member. I had never previously thought about this – I always appreciated interactions with Cast Members, but never thought to show my appreciation with
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort: One Guest’s View
In 2010, my wife and I were back on our own for a 5 night stay at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort (MuR). This is one of the Value Resorts at Walt Disney World. Those who feel that they are musically inclined will find this Resort to their liking. We decided
Downtown Disney: Kids’ Birthday Parties at Goofy’s Candy Co.
Looking for a fun way to celebrate a child’s birthday at Walt Disney World Resort? Consider throwing a birthday party at Goofy’s Candy Co. at Downtown Disney, a fun and special way to celebrate someone’s special day. These 1.5 hour parties take place in a small room to the back
Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom: The one ride I MUST ride
Chip threw down the gauntlet the other day, challenging one of us to write a series of stories on what the one ride at a park you would absolutely have to ride, and why. So, for this post, I’m going to focus on my must ride for the Magic Kingdom.
Oldies But Goodies – Renew Your Childhood On The Carousel
O.K. Oldies, it’s time to recall something we all enjoyed as kids and something we can enjoy again as bigger kids. I’m talking about the Prince Charming Regal Carousel which I think should still be called Cinderella’s Golden Carousel but they didn’t ask my opinion or give me a vote.
Resort Transportation: Walt Disney World Transportation Methods
Walt Disney World is such a big complex of resorts, shopping locations, and of course, the Parks, that there has to be an immense number of different ways to get around in Disney. In this post, we’re going to take a look at some of the incredible options that a
Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground: One Guest’s View
In 2008, my wife and I with her parents occupied a lot in Section 2000 of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground (FWR). Right up front I will admit that I’m not a big fan of camping. But in the spirit of trying something new at Walt Disney World, I
Want to do Something New at Walt Disney World? Take a Tour!!
One of the more interesting things to do at Walt Disney World, are the various tours that Disney offers. We have been fortunate to do the Keys to the Kingdom tour at the Magic Kingdom, and the Behind the Seeds tour at the Land Pavilion in Epcot in years past, and were thrilled to have the chance to take the Undiscovered Future World tour at Epcot, on our recent trip…and at this point I will say that we are hooked on doing Disney tours: they are a fascinating way to learn about “the World”!
Keys to the Kingdom: Clever Park Design
We all know how cleverly the Magic Kingdom was designed – with different lands and different themes. When I was on the Keys to the Kingdom Tour recently, I was introduced to some new information on the clever way that rides, restaurants and shops are placed around the Kingdom. I
Disney 2011 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
Congratulations! Here’s a toast to you for conquering 13.1 miles at the Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. Results are now available. Now that you’ve finished 13.1 magical miles at the Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon, run with us again in January at the 2011 WALT DISNEY
The Anatomy of Kids’ Vacation Memories
A nationally projectable survey of kids between 6-17 years of age conducted by Ypartnership, the travel service marketing company headquartered in Orlando, has revealed how and where kids’ best vacation memories are formed, as well as their favorite ways to record and share them. Vacations taken with parents and siblings
Guest Images Come to Life on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort
In a dramatic new projection show filled with special effects and magic, Cinderella Castle will transform into a shimmering canvas for images of Walt Disney World guests and the memories they made that day at Magic Kingdom. In the nighttime spectacle, photos of guests captured that very day in the
Disneyworld Fantasyland Expansion Full Details and Video
The largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history is underway, a project that will nearly double the size of Fantasyland and deliver a new home for Ariel, new ways to interact with favorite Disney princesses, an exciting new family coaster, a double dose of Dumbo and more. Scheduled to open in
