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Florida versus California: Food & Wine Edition
My husband and I just returned from a 9-day west coast vacation. We started in Disneyland and then kept moving westward to Aulani. Originally, this was intended to be an Aulani-only trip. But who am I kidding? I knew we’d be in Los Angeles and after I heard Disney California Adventure was bringing back their … Florida versus California: Food & Wine Edition
Touring the parks during a runDisney weekend
runDisney encompasses eight weekends across the domestic parks and one weekend in Disneyland Paris. The runDisney craze has only been going for a few years but runDisney has existed for nearly 25 years since the first Walt Disney World Marathon in 1993. Since then runDisney has grown exponentially and become a huge part of the … Touring the parks during a runDisney weekend
Is a day at Discovery Cove worth the money?
If you enjoy theme parks, Orlando is the place to be. Whether you like thrill rides, meeting characters or simply being immersed in a land of make believe, there are multiple options for how to spend your vacation dollars. One of the more expensive theme park offerings in Orlando is Discovery Cove. The admission cost … Is a day at Discovery Cove worth the money?
Has runDisney Reached its Saturation Point?
runDisney is a Disney organization that offers running events at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Paris. They offer races from diaper dashes for little ones to the Walt Disney World Marathon held every year in January. In 1993, 24 years ago, runDisney started the Walt Disney World Marathon as an event to bring people … Has runDisney Reached its Saturation Point?
Air Travel With an Apprehensive Child
For many years, The DIS and DISboards have been a place for excited planners to gather information about a Disney vacation. There are maps, menus, pictures and countless threads detailing the many experiences that can be had on Disney property. This became a paradise for those who love to plan everything from what transportation they … Air Travel With an Apprehensive Child
My Birthday at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort!
This year, I had a very special birthday. My husband got me three nights at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Here is what made my birthday stay so magical! The History For a true Disney fan, a stay at the Poly is a trip back into Disney history. The Polynesian Village Resort was one of the … My Birthday at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort!
A Look Back at The Main Street Electrical Parade
After an almost 21 year absence, The Main Street Electrical Parade (MSEP), one of the most beloved and iconic parades in Disney history, has returned to Disneyland for a limited engagement. This version will also see the reappearance of the original Main Street Electrical Parade opening float, a whimsical train pulling a giant drum unit … A Look Back at The Main Street Electrical Parade
Epcot Then and Now: My Changing Perspective
Growing up in the 80s and early 90s, I eagerly anticipated my family’s bi-yearly trips to Walt Disney World. However, my excitement was always a bit dampened by my parents’ insistence that we visit Epcot for at least one day of our trip. To me, Disney World was synonymous with Magic Kingdom and I couldn’t understand why … Epcot Then and Now: My Changing Perspective
Overview: How to book FastPass+ reservations on My Disney Experience
I often get messages or e-mails from a friend asking for advice/tips regarding how best to tour Walt Disney World. Being a self-proclaimed Disney Parks junkie, that’s a loaded question. After being asked this question many times, I normally give two pieces of advice: (1) start your day in the parks as early as your … Overview: How to book FastPass+ reservations on My Disney Experience
How to Work the System at Disneyland with a Baby
Are you worried you won’t have fun at Disney with your baby? Are you thinking maybe you’ll wait until they’re two, three, five, or seven before you’ll take them for the first time? There’s no need to worry, and there’s certainly no need to wait. There is no better time to go to Disney with … How to Work the System at Disneyland with a Baby
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