AUTHOR: DIS Contributor
Traveling on a Budget? Get Deluxe Amenities for a Moderate Price at Coronado Springs
One thing that can have the greatest impact on your Disney World vacation, both positive or negative, is the resort you stay at. You have to balance the amenities you want with your budget, while also considering the amount of time you plan to spend at your resort vs. the theme parks. Recently, we stayed at … Traveling on a Budget? Get Deluxe Amenities for a Moderate Price at Coronado Springs
Some Disney Restaurants That Don’t Get Enough Credit
Many people think of Disney World as just having hamburgers and chicken fingers to eat… they couldn’t be more wrong! Disney World has some of my favorite food ever! Quick snacks, quick service, fine dining and it is all amazing! There are, of course, some restaurants that are better than others. I love to eat … Some Disney Restaurants That Don’t Get Enough Credit
Experiences I Try to Avoid at Disney
As an introvert, there are a certain number of experiences and attractions I go out of my way to avoid when I visit Walt Disney World. I’ve always been an introvert; I’m more comfortable on my own than in a big crowd, and I don’t like drawing attention to myself. Of course, there’s more to … Experiences I Try to Avoid at Disney
Confessions of a Disney Vacation Cheapskate
We are Walt Disney World cheapskates. I admit it. My family loves Walt Disney World and tries to go as often as we can. We want to make every trip as magical as possible, but, as a family with two public university employee incomes we don’t come close to making what I call “Deluxe Resort … Confessions of a Disney Vacation Cheapskate
Tiffins: The Overlooked Gem of Animal Kingdom
In June of this year, my husband and I had the opportunity to visit Animal Kingdom and experience Pandora, sans kids. It was our anniversary celebration; 24 hours, kid free at Walt Disney World. If you have kids, you understand how precious this alone time can be. I knew we would be spending an entire … Tiffins: The Overlooked Gem of Animal Kingdom
Under a Buck Fun at Disneyland!
Touring Disneyland can be hectic. There is so much to do that guests often find themselves rushing to attractions, shows, parades, and restaurants. Sometimes I find I need a little break from the hustle and bustle of the park. Around the park are some interactive hidden gems that provide entertainment and a bit of a … Under a Buck Fun at Disneyland!
Disneyland vs The Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland in the Magic Kingdom is my favorite land. We always start the trip off in Tomorrowland; it is full of promise and optimism for the future. Tomorrowland is one of those special places in Walt Disney World that makes you believe that truly anything is possible. I believe the land truly encompasses Walt’s optimistic … Disneyland vs The Magic Kingdom: Tomorrowland
Being a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder as a Non-Florida Resident
I often get a lot of puzzled looks when I tell people that I have an annual pass for Walt Disney World. I am not a Florida resident; far from it, living in the Midwest, but I still manage to make great use of my annual pass! Regardless of where you live, an annual pass … Being a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder as a Non-Florida Resident
Disney Dining Review: Drinks & Appetizers at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto
Tucked away in the corner of Disney World’s Polynesian Village Resort is one of our all-time favorite Disney Lounges – Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. Inspired by its Disneyland counterpart, Trader Sam’s focuses on rum, rum and more rum in its libations and the bartenders are fairly heavy-handed here. In addition to its classic tiki bar … Disney Dining Review: Drinks & Appetizers at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto
Disney Stores Around the World: Dublin
For those of us who really need a Disney Parks fix, the Disney Store can deliver a dose of much-needed magic when traveling to the parks just isn’t feasible. While I’d argue that all Disney Stores have something interesting to offer, stores located in domestic and international city hubs can be especially exciting. These locations … Disney Stores Around the World: Dublin
