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Five Unexpected Things in My Walt Disney World Backpack
Over the years, the topic of what to pack in one’s backpack has been discussed a few times. I myself have covered different aspects of packing and planning on more than one occasion; however, these days, when times are changing and my children are growing, I find myself carrying a few unexpected items in my … Five Unexpected Things in My Walt Disney World Backpack
Accessible Fantasyland: Part 1
One of the wonderful things about Walt Disney World is that it is so accessible that even fabulous fantasies can come true for anyone. Fantasyland may be one of the older parts of this classic theme park, but it is largely accessible to people with disabilities and wheelchair users like myself.
Headed to the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? Watch these Movies First!
Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival is the most beautiful festival at Walt Disney World. Epcot is in full bloom during the event, and this is when Epcot looks the most beautiful. During this festival, character-inspired topiaries are sprinkled throughout the park and make for great photo opportunities. These topiaries always blow my mind because … Headed to the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? Watch these Movies First!
Planning on Using Genie+? Avoid these Mistakes.
Today, we will tackle the flip-side of the controversial new jump-the-queue system from Disney, referred to as Genie+. If you have been living under a rock, let me explain. In 2021, the Disney powers that be decided to shake things up, even more than the pandemic, by kicking the much-loved FastPass+ system to the curb, … Planning on Using Genie+? Avoid these Mistakes.
Disney World Pre-Trip Jitters: Tips for Taking It Easy
The symptoms? Insomnia, rapid heartbeat and breathing, racing thoughts, and distraction. It must be that my trip to Walt Disney World is approaching. I often experience pre-trip anxiety before vacation. It’s irrational, illogical and irritating. Disney is my home, my safe place that I look forward to. Yet I experience anticipatory anxiety. While common, I … Disney World Pre-Trip Jitters: Tips for Taking It Easy
Three Places to Escape from the Crowds in Magic Kingdom
If you’re a Disney fan, chances are that Magic Kingdom is a happy place for you. They don’t call it The Most Magical Place on Earth for nothing! But any Disney parkgoer will attest to the fact that Magic Kingdom can get a bit overwhelming sometimes. Whether you have a cranky kid in tow (or … Three Places to Escape from the Crowds in Magic Kingdom
Planning a Disney World Vacation Is Not as Fun as It Used To Be
Author’s note: While this article was originally written in 2022, it sadly still applies. For the first time in several years, I was on the phone with my family back home in Seattle discussing the possibility of a future vacation to Walt Disney World. It has been YEARS since we have planned a family vacation … Planning a Disney World Vacation Is Not as Fun as It Used To Be
Different Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Walt Disney World
There are always so many different celebrations happening at Walt Disney World and can be hard to find the smaller ones during the more significant events. St. Patrick’s Day occurs during Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival, a favorite fan festival. Of course, there are ways to celebrate at Epcot, and we will get into … Different Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Walt Disney World
Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival Menus Have Been Released!
I love when the menus drop for festivals at Epcot because I always get so excited; it’s like Christmas all over again. This festival is my second favorite festival, so I am pleased to share all the fun menus with all of you. Let’s dive into the offerings at Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival. … Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival Menus Have Been Released!
Main Street Electrical Parade is Making a Return to Disneyland
I wish I were writing about a nighttime parade coming back to Walt Disney World, but this is just as exciting because our friends in California will enjoy this nighttime spectacular. Disney just announced that the Main Street Electrical Parade will be returning on April 22, 2022 to light up the streets at Disneyland. I … Main Street Electrical Parade is Making a Return to Disneyland
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