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6 Reasons to Utilize Walt Disney World’s Minnie Van Service
We’ve all seen the pictures of the new stylish Chevy Traverses that have been wrapped in a custom design to look like Minnie Mouse’s dress. Some of us have even had the opportunity to ride in one of them since they’ve started their testing in July. But why would you want to use a flat … 6 Reasons to Utilize Walt Disney World’s Minnie Van Service
When it Rains on Your Parade
The poncho: a standard piece of Disney park bag equipment found on every single “what to pack” list there is. Anyone familiar with Florida weather will immediately understand why, but let’s explore your options for traveling amidst torrential downpours and storms while in Disney. While a flimsy yet fashionable sheet of plastic will keep you … When it Rains on Your Parade
When You Wish Upon a Star, and It Lands on Your Head
The best advice I can share with fellow Disney vacationers is to understand that expectations are high (as they should be for such an investment), but even Disney can disappoint. Outside factors (those beyond Imagineer, cast member and even Mickey himself’s control) will interfere with your memory-making. I have grouped these interruptions into three categories: … When You Wish Upon a Star, and It Lands on Your Head
Sick at Disney
You’ve made it to Orlando and are having a blast at Disney, then it happens. You get sick! Now what do you do? Your family physician and local pharmacy are miles away, and if you took Magical Express you don’t have a car! This is a disaster right? Wrong! Disney thinks of everything, including what … Sick at Disney
The History of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Part Two
Part One of the history of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort can be found by clicking this link: The History of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Part One DVC Construction Image: Google Maps The Urban Design Group was also responsible for the design of the Villas at the Wilderness Lodge (now Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge). The … The History of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Part Two
Club 33 – An Overview and a Few Tips
It’s fair to say (and perhaps an understatement) that for many Disney fans, a visit to Club 33 is a highly sought after experience. Some people may dream of one day getting tickets to attend the Super Bowl to watch their team play, but not us. But for us deep-rooted Disneyphiles, dining in the exclusive … Club 33 – An Overview and a Few Tips
6 Mistakes Families Make at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
1) They don’t go The first mistake families make is not going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park at all. Animal Kingdom offers some great experiences, including one of the most popular roller coasters at Disney World, Expedition Everest, and two of the best shows on property (Festival of the Lion King and Finding Nemo are awesome!). I have … 6 Mistakes Families Make at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
Going to Disney World? 5 Ways to Build Excitement for Your Trip with Your Smallest Mouseketeers!
The mere mention of an impending trip to Disney World is enough to send most children into an uncontainable excitement and the household into a frenzy. They may have been already, so they know they are returning to a magical place where they get to meet their favourite Characters or go on exciting rides. However, … Going to Disney World? 5 Ways to Build Excitement for Your Trip with Your Smallest Mouseketeers!
Walt Disney World Character Meet-And-Greet: Character Dining in the Parks
In our Walt Disney World character series, we have talked about The Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s the Animal Kingdom. These are four really great places to meet the characters you grew up with. The issue is you have to travel between them, wait in multiple lines and plan your day around … Walt Disney World Character Meet-And-Greet: Character Dining in the Parks
Are Disney Deluxe Hotels Worth the Price?: A Vacationer’s Perspective
During the last four years and seven trips to the Walt Disney World Resort, my husband and I have often found ourselves mulling over a question that seems to be common among Disney vacationers: Is staying at a deluxe resort worth it? Between all of our trips, we have loved to spend time at the … Are Disney Deluxe Hotels Worth the Price?: A Vacationer’s Perspective
