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Disney Rumor Round Up December 2017

Welcome to the final edition of Disney Rumor Round Up for 2017! You can check out the November 2017 installment here. We will look back at this year’s rumors and into what is coming in the future. Disclaimer: any rumors mentioned in this article are not confirmed by Disney and may not ever happen. What rumors Disney Rumor Round Up December 2017

Our Grand Plan for Disneyland: What Two Disney Worlders Learned About Planning a Trip to Disneyland

Our trip to Disneyland was a surprise trip planned around my husband’s work. We didn’t even know we were going until about a month beforehand! I kind of panicked. As Walt Disney Worlders, we are used to planning our vacations months in advance, making dining reservations at 180 days out and FASTPASS reservations 60 days Our Grand Plan for Disneyland: What Two Disney Worlders Learned About Planning a Trip to Disneyland

Five Non-Character Dining Options in Disney World That Will Still Entertain Your Kids!

Character Dining in Disney World is amazing and an absolute must-do dining experience in my opinion, especially if you have kids. However, character dining is often expensive and it also isn’t usually the most relaxed meal you are ever going to enjoy with your family. The rush to the buffet station and back to your table Five Non-Character Dining Options in Disney World That Will Still Entertain Your Kids!

Disneyland as a Single Rider

As a Signature Annual Passholder to the Disneyland Resort, I want to make sure I get the most out of my investment and visit as much as I can throughout the year. But one problem: None of my friends or family members are APs! So while I can convince them to join me for a day Disneyland as a Single Rider

“Eat Like Walt: The Wonderful World of Disney Food” Proves Food IS an Attraction

In spite of achieving great success in his life, Walt Disney was a man of simple pleasures. This simplicity can be seen in his animation, feature films and Disneyland. Whether it was because of his humble beginnings or not, Walt’s food preferences also veered towards simple, plain foods. “I have one comforting thought,” said Lillian “Eat Like Walt: The Wonderful World of Disney Food” Proves Food IS an Attraction

Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth it?

Though choosing the right resort and making the most of your time in the parks are important parts of vacation planning, food is what will really make your trip fantastic. It can also be what bursts your budget if you’re not careful. Seemingly a money-saving opportunity, the Disney Dining Plan is a selection of three Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth it?

How to Go to Tokyo Disneyland for Less Than the Price of Walt Disney World

Disney fans often think that going to the Disney Parks overseas is an unobtainable goal. At the top of those unobtainable places for me was Tokyo Disney Resort. It is common to hear over and over again that Tokyo is insanely expensive. That is false. With a bit of planning and budgeting, you can go to Tokyo Disney for the How to Go to Tokyo Disneyland for Less Than the Price of Walt Disney World