AUTHOR: David Tubbs

David Tubbs is a writer and communications professional from Canada who happens to love all things Disney. From first stepping onto the monorail at the age of 3 to traveling with his wife and two small boys, David continues to love talking and planning about his next trip to Walt Disney World.

Five Things Walt Disney World Should Focus On During and After its Recovery

By David Tubbs | Published September 25, 2020

The Walt Disney Company began the year in a position of strength. Profits were strong, they had boatloads of cash on hand, and demand was growing across nearly every sector of their business. There is no doubt that the entire company is now going through an existential crisis, none more so than the Disney Parks. … Five Things Walt Disney World Should Focus On During and After its Recovery

The Most Nostalgic Rides at Each Walt Disney World Park

By David Tubbs | Published July 24, 2020

Nostalgia is a powerful feeling. Its wistful energy is what pulls so many of us back to Walt Disney World, and Disney as a company in general. We hold onto that feeling we remember from our first ride on Pirates of the Caribbean as we smell that unique aroma of water and the excitement of … The Most Nostalgic Rides at Each Walt Disney World Park

7 Reasons to Visit Disney World Before You Get Married

By David Tubbs | Published July 14, 2020

We are all spending an enormous amount with our loved ones as we continue to self-isolate across the world. This time has brought with it so many challenges and stresses, but as my wife and I began wading our way through this new reality, I was immediately brought back to some lessons I’ve learned while … 7 Reasons to Visit Disney World Before You Get Married

5 Disappointing Things About Returning to Walt Disney World as an Adult

By David Tubbs | Published April 18, 2020 | Updated July 9, 2025

Millennials, like myself, are starting to do something in droves: return to Walt Disney World. They are doing this because they are at the ripe age to start having children, or traveling with family and friends who do have children and are making the trek to Central Florida. Many of them now have the financial … 5 Disappointing Things About Returning to Walt Disney World as an Adult

Why I’m Still Planning My Walt Disney World Vacation in the Face of COVID-19

By David Tubbs | Published March 27, 2020

The world continues to grapple with the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Disney parks around the world have closed in an unprecedented, and needed, attempt at supporting social distancing practices to help stop the spread of the virus. This has led to mass cancellations of trips to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and also aboard … Why I’m Still Planning My Walt Disney World Vacation in the Face of COVID-19

My Hopes for Walt Disney World in 2020

By David Tubbs | Published February 19, 2020

With a new year and a new decade recently begun, I thought it’d be apt to talk about hopes for the coming year. It’s an important year for Disney as a whole given the recent launch of Disney+, and, following the conclusion of recent film arcs, whether or not they can keep the magic of the … My Hopes for Walt Disney World in 2020

Three Eisner Era Properties Perfect for a Disney Plus Reboot

By David Tubbs | Published November 22, 2019

For months, Disney (and even non-Disney fans) of all ages watched the Disney+ announcements with great anticipation. The new streaming service is now entertaining the masses by allowing fans to have the entirety of the Disney catalog at their fingertips, plus original programming. There is an enormous amount of existing and nostalgia-inducing properties available over Disney+, but there are (and … Three Eisner Era Properties Perfect for a Disney Plus Reboot

How to Train for a Week at Walt Disney World

By David Tubbs | Published October 29, 2019 | Updated September 13, 2024

Walt Disney World is exhausting. It’s also thrilling, memorable, and exceptionally unique, all in one trip. But it’s still exhausting, especially if you’re like me and hit the parks nearly every day for a week.  We’ve all been there. We’ve finished a great first day at Walt Disney World, sat down on our hotel bed … How to Train for a Week at Walt Disney World

The 10 Step Guide to Not Being a Jerk at Walt Disney World

By David Tubbs | Published September 12, 2019 | Updated June 24, 2020

Jerks are as inevitable at Walt Disney World as Dole Whip is to a satisfying visit to the Magic Kingdom. With crowds and expectations come intense emotions and unpredictability that cause tempers to flare and the exit of social norms. The first step in avoiding them is to avoid being one. Anger creates more anger … The 10 Step Guide to Not Being a Jerk at Walt Disney World

5 Amazing Things About Returning to Walt Disney World as an Adult

By David Tubbs | Published April 23, 2019 | Updated July 9, 2025

After writing an article centered around five disappointing things about returning to Walt Disney World since visiting as a child, I came to the conclusion that while there are less-than-positive aspects to making the return visit as an adult, there are also amazing things about returning too! Change is not bad. Is it frustrating? Absolutely, … 5 Amazing Things About Returning to Walt Disney World as an Adult