The Best Thing I Love About Disney Is … The Haunted Mansion
It’s not the most thrilling attraction at Walt Disney World and yes, parts of it can be a little bit hokey. For some unexplained reason I am drawn to the Haunted Mansion time after time on each and every visit. I ride this attraction more than any other whether I am at Walt Disney World or the Disneyland Resort. I’m absolutely...
Disney off the Beaten Path: Tom Sawyer Island.
If there was ever an undiscovered treasure in Walt Disney World, it’s Tom Sawyer Island and Ft. Langhorn, located in the Magic Kingdom. Really, I should know: I’ve been going to the parks for over 20 years and I never visited this attraction until my trip last December. The day I finally visited was...
Disney World Quick Tips – Surviving Your Visit In Comfort
Rather than just one quick tip, I wanted to offer suggestions of things you can do both prior to and during your visit to Walt Disney World so you will feel as good at the end of your visit as you did at the start. Begin a walking regimen at least 60 days in advance of your visit to get used to extended bouts of walking,...
Best thing I love about Disney is… Top 10 List
Here is a top 10 list of things I am looking forward to from our upcoming trip to Disneyworld next October. Having to wait a whole year before going back to Disneyworld is going to be painful but it could be alot worse. 10. Being at Disneyworld – From the moment we get to the parks till it is time to go home I can’t...
Disney World Quick Tips – Upgrading your Park Tickets to An Annual Pass.
So you’ve already bought Magic Your Way park tickets when you decide an annual pass is a better deal. Did you know that you can take that ticket to Guest Services and upgrade it to an annual pass? The full value of that ticket will be applied to the pass and you’ll just pay the difference. So say you bought...
Oldies But Goodies – Where Do I Find Out…
You have decided to go to Walt Disney World fellow Oldie but you need to find information so you know when to go, where to stay, and what is happening while you are there. Fear not, there is enough information available on the internet to make your head spin all the way around several times. There is almost too much information...
Disney Blog Carnival for September is now Live
This months edition of the Disney Blog Carnival is now live. There are alot of super talented Disney Bloggers out there. To see this months edition of the Disney Blog Carnival click here. If you missed past months editions you can check them out at the links below. Edition #8 Edition #7 Edition #6 Edition #5 Edition #4 Edition...
Reader Email: Getting the Dining Plan When You Already Have Tickets.
This question comes from Reny: "Is it possible to add a one day ticket to get the free dining plan since I already have my room and tickets?Reny, thanks for your question. You can do this. What you'll have to do is buy a package. Your room-only reservation can easily be converted into a package if there are...
Top 10 Tips for a Happy Disney Vacation with Toddlers
There is something truly amazing about taking young children to Disney. Seeing the magic through the eyes of a child who sees everything innocently and as a real magical experience, of course as long as everyone remains happy and relaxed during your trip. Nothing can ruin a magical vacation faster than a cranky child. Here...
Disney World Quick Tips – Do you need an annual pass?
A WDW annual pass gives you entry into all four parks for an entire year. It can save you money, but the savings will all depend on how you use it. Briefly, here are the perks of having an annual pass: 1. Free parking. 2. Discounts in certain Disney stores on property, primarily at Downtown Disney. 3. Discounts...
The Increasing Use of Technology while at the Disney Parks
In this day and age most people won’t even step out their front door without a cell/smart phone. Pictures, apps, games and wireless internet are becoming everyday necessities. I myself have a Droid phone and whenever I am not moving I am on my Droid checking out a website, uploading pictures or news articles, and even...
Excerpt 4: Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011)
When most people think of Walt Disney World, they think Magic Kingdom and Cinderella Castle. But Disney World has grown over the years and there are now four major theme parks on property for guests to visit. This complicates matters. How do you divide your time between the parks? There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this...








