First-Timer Articles and News Stories



First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with Young Children

One of the most overwhelming things for first time visitors planning their Walt Disney World vacation is choosing their resort. If you don’t know very much about Disney World, the selection can seem daunting. And because the cost of a Disney trip can make it an infrequent destination for a lot of families, you want to First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with Young Children





Disney Cruising as a First-Timer: Part 2 – Research

*DIS Contributors review cruises that they have paid for as part of their own vacations. They only utilize discounts and special offers if they are available to the general public. They receive no additional compensation for cabins, dining experiences, events, or entertainment so that they may give their honest opinions about price and value. Following Disney Cruising as a First-Timer: Part 2 – Research

















First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for an Adults-Only Trip

A trip with no children? While bringing your kiddos to Walt Disney World is always great for a family vacation, adults-only trips have provided me with some of my best WDW memories. Whether it was going with my friends in college, traveling with my husband on our anniversary, or taking a “girls-only” vacation, Disney World First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for an Adults-Only Trip





First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with Teens

In my last two articles in this series, we discussed the best on-property Disney resorts for families with young children (here), and families with school-age children (here). Now, we’re moving ahead to the teenage years. My husband and I have always had a wonderful time with our teens at Walt Disney World. It’s a great First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with Teens





First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with School-Age Children

Welcome back to part two of my series of articles on the best Walt Disney World Resort hotels for different age groups (you can find part one here). Today’s focus is on families with school-age children — from about age six through twelve. The elementary school years are one of the best times to take First-Timer’s Guide: Best Resorts for Families with School-Age Children









Are Disney Veterans Overwhelming First-Timers?

“With great power comes great responsibility.” Peter Parker’s uncle was spot on with this advice. And while we don’t exactly have super powers, we Disney theme park veterans hold a certain amount of power in our knowledge of navigating these wondrous places. Many of us pride ourselves on “helping” first-timers prepare, but we must use our powers wisely Are Disney Veterans Overwhelming First-Timers?