AUTHOR: Ashley Amber

Ashley Amber is a former Disney cast member who rediscovered her love of writing when the 2020 pandemic ended her time making magic. When she's not bringing the magic to The DIS articles, Ashley works as a writer and editor for Soap Hub where she's published over 1,200 articles, a live-blogger at MJ's Big Blog, and previously published over 300 articles with Collider. Ashley has lent poetry to LGBTQIA+ anthologies Deviant: Chronicles of Pride by InkFeathers Publishing (2021), Collective Humanity (2024), and an upcoming anthology from January Ember Press (2025). When she's not writing, Ashley is growing her dance career and joined Dance The Magic for performances in Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom in 2025.

Navigating the Ups and Downs of Disney Genie Plus

By Ashley Amber | Published December 14, 2023

If you’re someone who ever went to the Disney Parks any time before 2021, odds are, you probably remember the good ol’ FastPasses. Whether they were made in the My Disney Experience app or given in paper ticket form, these free, little beauties made for successful park days. When the parks said goodbye to FastPasses … Navigating the Ups and Downs of Disney Genie Plus

Power Ranking Every Ride in Toy Story Land

By Ashley Amber | Published November 27, 2023

The Toy Story films have never not been represented at the Walt Disney World parks – especially at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, which have each had a Toy Story-themed ride amidst their magic for over a decade. When Toy Story Land opened at Hollywood Studios in 2018, it debuted two brand new rides starring … Power Ranking Every Ride in Toy Story Land

5 Simple Must-Do’s For Every Walt Disney World First-Timer!

By Ashley Amber | Published February 28, 2023

Take a step away from your buzzing My Disney Experience page for just a moment to learn these five simple must-dos for every first-timer visiting Disney World.

5 Must-Do’s for ‘Princess and the Frog’ Lovers in WDW Before Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens

By Ashley Amber | Published February 24, 2023

Calling all Princess and the Frog fans! Here’s everything you need to do before Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Magic Kingdom in 2024!

My Top 5 Moments From Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

By Ashley Amber | Published February 14, 2023

Walt Disney World celebrated its 50th anniversary on October 1, 2021, and the festivities lasted for a year and a half, with plans of ending on March 31, 2023.

My All-Time Favorite Disney Character Meet & Greets (And If They Still Exist)

By Ashley Amber | Published January 24, 2023

Whether you’ve gone to the Disney Parks one time, ten times, or every year since you were born, odds are, you’ve met a Disney character or two.

4 Ways to Celebrate National Winnie the Pooh Day at Walt Disney World

By Ashley Amber | Published January 13, 2023

If you happen to be at Walt Disney World, specifically Magic Kingdom – on January 18th, here’s every way you can celebrate Pooh’s big day!

How to Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at Walt Disney World

By Ashley Amber | Published November 3, 2022

Dia de Los Muertos – commonly known as the Day of the Dead – is widely celebrated in Mexico on November 1st and November 2nd, when the souls of the dead reunite with their loved ones over a slew of festivities. In the world of Disney, you’ll find characters like Miguel from Coco and Miranda … How to Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at Walt Disney World

A First-Timer’s Honest Review of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2022

By Ashley Amber | Published October 20, 2022

Ever since I can remember, I’ve heard of the famous Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World. I’m related to people who have gone, worked with former cast members who have gone, and watched several Disneytubers who would take part in the spooky festivities, yet… in all my years of being a Disney-loving Halloween … A First-Timer’s Honest Review of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2022

Remembering Disney KiteTails Before It Ends

By Ashley Amber | Published September 29, 2022

It’s hard to believe Walt Disney World is almost 51 years old. It feels like just yesterday WDW kicked off its 50th Anniversary celebration, which began on October 1, 2021. When the ear-idescence was sprinkled over Walt Disney World for its golden anniversary, the festivities came with a makeover for Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom, … Remembering Disney KiteTails Before It Ends