Ready, Set, Pose! Meet and Greet Like a Pro

Who doesn’t love a character meet and greet? I love seeing the interactions between the characters and their fans!  From silly poses to autograph sessions, this special time is not be missed!  So, what do we all do?  We fumble for our cameras and cell phones, struggle with terrified children,

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Top 5 Things To Take Into The Parks For Hot Days

Last year I took my son to Walt Disney World in late September.  I was looking forward to lower crowds due to school being in session and cooler weather during a “fall month.”  I was right only about one of those things the lower crowds.  I honestly believe the week

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Keeping Your Senses While Experiencing the Magic

While vacationing at Walt Disney World Resort, it’s so easy to get lost in the magic.  The fireworks, the scent of baked goods and chocolate piping from the Main Street Bakery, and making sure you are experiencing it all can sometimes cloud our senses. However, just because it’s the “Happiest

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Disney World Quick Tips – Using Your Extra Meal and Snack Credits

While on the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan, you are entitled to two meals and one snack per person, per day of your stay.  At first glance, we often wonder if we will have enough.  Then, as we are on our last days at the parks, we realize that we

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Disney’s Crystal Palace-A Character Dining Experience Not to Miss

Dining with characters is probably one of the most exciting parts of a Disney vacation.  Where else do your favorite Disney Characters share some magic up close and personal with your family?  You get a few minutes of individual attention from characters, sometimes entertainment, and a meal all in one!

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The 10 Commandments of Walt Disney World

There are some things that you just should not… SHOULD NOT do when you’re at Walt Disney World. They are major time pitfalls!  Think of them as being the 10 Commandments of Walt Disney World trips! Commit them to memory, recite them daily if you have to. Just follow them,

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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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Walt Disney World Packing Tips

I have some time-saving tips I would love to share with you. Whether you are a frequent visitor to “the World” or if you are planning your first magical visit, I hope you will find this information helpful. Up on the top shelf of my closet, I have what I

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Disney World Quick Tips – Miscellaneous Tips I have learned

There is so much to do at Disney World often times we look over little things that could make our visit even more enjoyable. I have learned a thing or two while visiting the parks and while I am sure I could write out articles for every one of these

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I Just Clicked “Confirm Reservation”….Now What?!

Congratulations!  You’ve just confirmed your vacation reservation to Walt Disney World.  Feel overwhelmed?  I understand.  Now it’s time for the fun planning-parks, restaurant reservations, shows…it’s all waiting for you!  Where to start? 1.  Make ADRs.  This means “Advanced Dining Reservations”.  If you chose the Disney Dining Plan or the Disney

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Walt Disney World Planning Tips: What to Pack?

Whether you are a frequent visitor to Disney World or if you are planning your first magical visit, I hope you will find this Packing Tip helpful. Up on the top shelf of my closet, I have what I refer to as my Disney Trunk. The contents of this oversized

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