I make two to-do lists for my trip: One big one that I start months before (stop laughing) and a shorter one that I use in the last few days before we travel. One thing I noticed though, was that I sometimes forgot to finish the last few things on
Category: Tips and Tricks
Disney World Quick Tip: It’s Everyone’s Vacation
In two short days, my extended family will be making the trek to Disney World — nine of us in all! We have been planning this vacation since September of last year, and now, with our vacation so close, I can’t stand the waiting! As the primary planner for the
Disney World Quick Tip – Using a Stroller as a Wheelchair
Walt Disney World allows parents of special needs children to use a stroller as wheelchair. The stroller will be treated just like it is a wheelchair allowing you to use special entrances as needed. It will also allow your child to stay in the stroller when other strollers have to
Disney World Quick Tip: Dining without Reservations
If you look around the Disney community, you’ll hear a lot about dining reservations and dining planning. For most guests, the rich variety and quality of food options available on property are an important part of their vacation, and dedicated planners take advantage of the 180 day reservation window to
Disney World Quick Tips – It is Never Too Hot to be Cool
It is summer in Florida and that can only mean two things –heat and humidity which, when combined, can make you feel like you’re melting. Lots of cool drinks, plenty of breaks, a Dole Whip or two, and a spray fan can make you feel more comfortable but don’t forget
Walt Disney World Quick Tips – Slow down and pay attention
When you visit Walt Disney World Resort, slow down and pay attention. It’s impossible to see and do everything in one Park visit anyway, so try not to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of doing it all that you overlook what makes the place so magical.
Disney World Quick Tip – Enjoy Snacks as Your Meal
I’m as much a Disney “snackie” as a Disney foodie, and don’t always want to eat as much food as Disney serves. At least a couple of times during my Walt Disney World vacations I’ll use snack items as a light lunchtime meal. Doing so curbs my appetite just enough
Disney World Quick Tip – How to Get the Best Seat
Many popular Disney World attractions are shows, such as Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, Mickey’s Philharmagic, Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage, the American Adventure, and more! However, what most guests are thinking about when the theater doors open is how to get the best seat, especially when you
Stress Free Disney World
When Walt Disney World travelers envision their trips they think of perfect weather, smiling children, wonderful food, characters surrounding them. While all of these things can be true when traveling to Disney World, a trip to Disney can be tiring, stressful and a little bit of work. There are plenty
Disney World Quick Tip – Base Package vs. Room Only.
You may think your only choice when booking a Disney vacation is a package or a room-only reservation, but there’s one very handy option a lot of guests don’t know about: The base package. A base package is different from a regular Disney package in that you don’t add dining
Disney World Quick Tip – Avoid Morning Madness
My quick tip is for all those non morning people out there. If you aren’t the character breakfast type, or need a little something to get you going in the morning, you can still avoid the morning madness! In the evening when you arrive back at your resort from a
Disney World Quick Tip – Get the Cheaper Room.
This is going to sound odd coming from a travel agent, but I’ve thought about it a lot: Get the cheaper room. It’s hard to say out loud, in part because I’m a bit of a resort snob myself, but the reality is, I stay at the values and I
Chip’s Animal Kingdom Touring Plan
I get a lot of questions and emails on Chip and Company asking me the best ways to tour the parks. I wrote this Touring Plan to help make your Disney World Vacation more enjoyable. In case you missed Magic Kingdom, Epcot, or Hollywood Studios be sure to check them
Disney World Quick Tips – Is My Car Safe?
For the past 10+ years, I have driven either my own personal car or a rental car to the Walt Disney World resort and never even thought twice about the safety of my personal belongings. Something about crossing under the “Walt Disney World” sign that makes me feel like I’ve
