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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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