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Disney is money-grubbing and it is getting awkward
Let’s call it what it is. Disney is getting desperate for money, and it is just getting awkward. After the cost of Shanghai Disneyland exceeded expectations, the domestic Disney parks are feeling the effect as Disney is pushing more and more “add-ons” for additional costs that feel desperate. Whether it is the new cabanas in … Disney is money-grubbing and it is getting awkward
A Disney nerd’s day at Universal Orlando
I’ve been a fan of all things Disney for as long as I can remember, and that will probably never change. The Disney parks have been a very important part of that fandom, and growing up visiting the other Orlando parks was something my family rarely did. If I remember correctly, we only visited Universal … A Disney nerd’s day at Universal Orlando
“Race” to Do a runDisney Event
A year ago, my wife and I completed the Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World. For those unfamiliar with the Dopey Challenge, it is a four day challenge as part of the Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. It consists of running a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and full marathon on consecutive days. It ends up being a … “Race” to Do a runDisney Event
How many days do you need for a Disney World vacation?
A lot of first time vacationers aren’t sure how many days they will need for a Walt Disney World vacation. It can seem incredibly intimidating because once you start planning a trip you realize how much there is to do. Every family has different limitations, but I wanted to give the average family a rough … How many days do you need for a Disney World vacation?
The Walt Disney World Monorail desperately needs a renovation
The last time the Walt Disney World monorail was updated was June 1989. That monorail model, Mark VI, has become an icon of Walt Disney World, but sadly it is becoming outdated, worn, and even odorous. It is the longest stretch of time any monorail design has ever lasted at either Walt Disney World or … The Walt Disney World Monorail desperately needs a renovation
Walt Disney World Rewind: Top 40 Events that made the News
Another year has come and is almost gone. We look back at Walt Disney World to see the anniversaries, openings, closings, new offerings and some still-to-come that shaped 2016. Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights – January 6 was the last time this holiday favorite twinkled and danced at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The millions of … Walt Disney World Rewind: Top 40 Events that made the News
A day at Disney: Visiting on one of the most crowded days of the year
Typically, Walt Disney World the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is incredibly crowded. So I decided to go check it out and visit the most crowded park of them all, the Magic Kingdom. I started out the day parking all the way in the back of the Mulan parking lot. If you don’t know, … A day at Disney: Visiting on one of the most crowded days of the year
A Free Upgrade and Late Check-out at a Disney World Hotel: What Worked for Us
The night before leaving for our most recent Disney trip, my excitement was creeping in, just as it had done on countless trips before. Looking for a task to distract me from the anticipation, I sat and mentally prepared for our trip, carefully reviewing our packing list, ensuring that I hadn’t overlooked any vacation essentials. My … A Free Upgrade and Late Check-out at a Disney World Hotel: What Worked for Us
4 reasons Disney still stands apart from Universal
Before The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade opened in 2010 at Islands of Adventure, there honestly wasn’t much competition in the theme park industry. Disney owned the game, and to some extent they still do. But, things have changed; Universal is making strides every day to gain more and more of the market … 4 reasons Disney still stands apart from Universal
Disney Rumor Round Up December 2016
Welcome to the December installment of Disney Rumor Round Up! You can view the November edition here. Let’s get right into this month’s rumors! Disclaimer: none of the things mentioned in this article are official and may not ever happen. Magic Kingdom We are quickly approaching the Walt Disney World Resort and Magic Kingdom park 50th … Disney Rumor Round Up December 2016
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