What is a Garden Grocer and why are we so in love with it? Garden Grocer is a local supermarket outside the Disney World properties in Orlando. There are many grocery stores in the area that will make your deliveries but Garden Grocer does the best job by far! Here are
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Six Things to Know Before You Step Foot on the Disney Cruise Line
I have been traveling to Walt Disney World for 32 years. I know the parks inside out, the shortcuts and the optimal touring plan for my family. I’m online at 6am making my dining reservations at 180 days and my FastPass+ selections at 60 days out, just after Magic Kingdom
What you NEED to know about Hurricane Season at Walt Disney World
If you plan to be in the Walt Disney World area between August and early November you are in prime hurricane season. Hurricanes, tropical storms, tornadoes and severe thunderstorms are always possibility, but more likely in the fall. What if it’s SO bad we have to Cancel? If a hurricane warning is
10 Things To Do Before Setting Sail on a Disney Cruise!
Congratulations!! You booked your getaway aboard the Disney Cruise Line and are starting to think more about your trip. Here is my list of things to do prior to leaving home to make sure you have an extra magical time and smooth sailing, so to speak. 1. Check-in Online– Here
Disney Quick Tip – Pack Ziploc Bags
A must have for any bag you pack to bring into the parks with you are Ziploc bags. These lightweight additions have the possibility to save you a ton of money and make life a lot easier. Water rides, such as Splash Mountain or Kali River Rapids, and electronics, such
Just Say NO to Fanny Packs!
I was born and raised in a tourist town. Just like the pick-pockets in Europe know, there is one way to spot a tourist. No matter where my friends and I went, whether strolling along the beach or shopping in the shops downtown, we could always pick them out of
Can You Pack Too Much for your Disney Vacation?
While there are many things you’ll need to pack for your Disney vacation, is it possible to pack too much? The quick answer is YES! You can pack too much for your vacation. It might seem like a great idea to try to fit as much as you possibly can
What to Pack in your Carry On Bag
Packing a carry on bag for your flight is actually an art, especially if your Destination is Walt Disney World. If you are flying into Orlando International Airport it is likely that you are utilizing Disney’s Magical Express service. If this is the case you said good bye to your
Disney Quick Tips – Packing Your Carry on Bag
Packing for the Disney Parks can be both stressful and exciting. There are several different thoughts on what to pack in your carry on bag when you fly to Disney: Pack everything you need for your entire vacation in one bag so you don’t have to deal with bag check.
My Top 5 must have, most forgotten items for the kids!
35 Days! Yes that is the countdown until our “Holiday” trip begins! I usually am pretty stress free (except for the night before/morning of the trip). This trip however is a bit different for me. This upcoming trip I will be traveling with BOTH kids! Yes I know some of
Packing for your Disney Vacation – Is There an App for That?
Of course there is! Gone are the days of Mom handing you a handwritten list of what you are allowed to bring. No more spreadsheets for each trip, detailed right down to the phone chargers. Or maybe I’m the only packing nerd here? Somehow, I doubt it. My new favorite
Flying Your Family to Disney Without Going Crazy! Part One: Planning Ahead
So you’ve decided that flying to Disney is the way to go. I live in the Northeast, so our flight is short, but in my opinion necessary. My parents were all about the road trip, but with two young boys, I’m all about getting there quickly. So I’m going to
Packing for the Parks – What do you bring with you?
When you are headed out into the parks at Disney World you often want to bring along a small bag with a few items that will be useful during your day of touring. It is a good idea to pack necessary items without going overboard and ending up with a
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
