AUTHOR: Shari Kessler

Shari Kessler loves the Disunplugged and all things Disney. She has imparted her passion for the parks along with her husband of more than 25 years to their three young adult children. Their family vacations have included Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line and Aulani but their home base is Walt Disney World as she resides from New Jersey. Shari also loves her cats Ricky and Lucy(RIP Lucy 2021). As a former early childhood educator she is now assisting at an animal hospital in NYC. She enjoys the Disunplugged community and hopes her articles connect with the Dis family.
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Open Your Arms, Mickey Mouse, ‘Cause I’m Coming In For My Hug!

By Shari Kessler -

Welcome Back Character Meet and Greet Hugs & High Fives – It’s Been A While! It’s been a really long time, but slowly, step by step, we have reached a significant milestone with character meet & greets at Disney Parks & Resorts. Since April 18th, 2022, guests have been able to approach characters, hug them, … Open Your Arms, Mickey Mouse, ‘Cause I’m Coming In For My Hug!









If You Hear Music at Walt Disney World, Dance!

By Shari Kessler -

Disney music is incomplete without breaking out your dance shoes. We sing to our favorite Disney tunes, but I believe we don’t dance often enough to them. Movement, self-expression, freedom….dance. I am not a dancer by any means, but I believe music and movement combined are emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy. It can bring families … If You Hear Music at Walt Disney World, Dance!









Hopping Between Epcot and Hollywood Studios – What’s Your Favorite Path?

Choose Your Own Adventure. I love those books, you get to choose which path you want the story to take you. It reminds me of the movie Clue, and at the end, there are surprise different conclusions to solving the murder. At Walt Disney World, going between Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reminds me of … Hopping Between Epcot and Hollywood Studios – What’s Your Favorite Path?









Searching for Gen X Disney Nostalgia at Walt Disney World and on Disney+

Do you remember watching Battle of the Network Stars? Oh, hello Gen X, my friend! It was a show on the ABC network that introduced all of our favorite television network stars from late seventies to the mid-eighties competing in camp-like events. It was a special time in our Gen X lives, and for me, … Searching for Gen X Disney Nostalgia at Walt Disney World and on Disney+





Getting from the Orlando Airport to Disney: A Recent Review of FL Tours

*DIS Contributors review meals, resort stays, and entertainment that they have paid for during their own vacations. They only utilize discounts and offers if they are available to the general public, such as annual passholder discounts, Tables in Wonderland, or DVC membership discounts. They receive no additional compensation for dining experiences or events, so that … Getting from the Orlando Airport to Disney: A Recent Review of FL Tours





Exploring Bambi’s Butterfly House & Gardens at the Flower and Garden Festival

EPCOT‘s annual International Flower & Garden Festival is still in full swing and if you haven’t explored the many gardens of the festival, I suggest you check out Bambi’s Butterfly House. Now through July 4th, 2022 this little oasis is a walk-through experience located just near the Imagination pavilion. Let’s explore! If you are looking … Exploring Bambi’s Butterfly House & Gardens at the Flower and Garden Festival




















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