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Do they exisit? Dad Friendly Rides at Disney World

September 30, 2012 by Chip 2 Comments

I'm not sure if any of you moms out there have noticed, but sometimes the Dads walking around the Disney Parks aren't that excited about going on It's A Small World or Prince Charming's Carousel. Of course they go on them because their kids love it, but the excitement factor just isn't there. They may be longing to ride Space Mountain or Expedition Everest over and over again, but it may be hard to enjoy without the kiddos by your side. But never fear Disney Dads! There are some awesome, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Attractions, Parks & Resorts, Rides, Tips &Tricks, Walt Disney World Tagged With: buzz lightyear, Buzz Lightyear attractions, Dad friendly Disney World, Disney for Dads, Expedition Everest, Mad Tea Party, Toy Story Midway Mania, Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Walt Disney World Resort

You might be a Disney Addict if

September 12, 2012 by DisneyDiva 10 Comments

Remember the old Jeff Foxworth comedy routines about "You might be a redneck if..."? I do!! Part of why they were so hilarious to me was because I live in the deep south and so many of them were TRUE (however, I have lived in other parts of the country and have found there are just as many red-necks y'all just call them something different).So (once again) I was awakened with a post idea....You might be a Disney addict if...So get out a pencil and paper and see how many of these you fall … [Read more...]

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Visiting Disney World Solo – Girl Style!

September 6, 2012 by Jess 6 Comments

Have you ever been to the parks as a lady on a solo mission? Have you ever dreamed about it? Let me tell you, it is well worth doing! Going solo allows you a great chance to explore the parks at your own pace without a child demanding to ride Peter Pan’s Flight for the hundredth time or a significant other who doesn't understand why you need to purchase that shirt, you already have one just like it at home! (Ummmm...no, honey my other one says 2011 and it is clearly 2012. Big difference!)So … [Read more...]

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Top 5 Trains at Walt Disney World Resort

August 9, 2012 by Jodi Leave a Comment

All aboard for the final article in this series: the Top 5 Trains at Walt Disney World Resort. Walt Disney was a train fanatic, so it's only logical they would be prominent features in his theme parks. You know, he built his first thrill ride, the 1/8 scale Carolwood Pacific Railroad, in his own backyard years before opening Disneyland Resort. Proof positive that Walt, like Peter Pan, never wanted to grow up!Walt's favorite tops today's Top 5:1.) The Walt Disney World Railroad - Like … [Read more...]

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Top 5 Mountains at Walt Disney World Resort

August 1, 2012 by Jodi 2 Comments

The tallest mountain range in the sunshine state--well, the only mountain range in Florida--is located smack dab in the middle of the state at Walt Disney World Resort. It's a rather unique geographic feature, sampling desert outcroppings, snowy peaks, even reaching to the stars.Today's Top 5 was an easy list to assemble, seeing as there are only five mountains in the World. Ranking them, however, was a different challenge.1.) Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - Built to resemble the rugged … [Read more...]