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Why Disney?

By Jane Jones

"Why Disney?"

Why 01This is a question I am asked often by family and friends alike. Well, those who really know my family have stopped asking. We’re now just the people they send their friends to for the answer to the question "Why Disney?"

"Why Disney?" Simply stated, it is the best overall value in service, experience, and just plain fun for the entire family. While there are still many things we have yet to do that Disney offers, we have done quite a lot. Our family has visited Disneyland and Walt Disney World more times than we can count and have stayed at most of the Disney resorts in the USA. We’ve done 3-, 4-, and 7-night cruises in the Caribbean.

While there are still many things we have yet to do that Disney offers, we have done quite a lot. Our family has visited Disneyland and Walt Disney World more times than we can count and have stayed at most of the Disney resorts in the USA. We’ve done 3-, 4-, and 7-night cruises in the Caribbean. We’ve cruised the Mediterranean and the Baltic Seas with Disney. We’re Disney Vacation Club members. Hmm…you’re probably wondering if we’ve even tried any other vacation options, and yes we have. They don’t compare. Our family is invested heart and soul into Disney vacationing….but WHY?

Let me give you some concrete examples.

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Flower and Garden Festival

By Heather Lewis The 17th Annual Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot is currently running through May 16. The festival, themed “Celebrate the Great Outdoors,” features flowers, topiaries, demonstrations, and even special weekend concerts. Here is a peek at just some of the beautiful displays from this year’s festival. Guests are welcomed at the entrance […]

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Dan and Jeremy’s Excellent Disney Adventure

By Teresa Pitman If you’ve been to Epcot’s World Showcase, you’ll know that the young Cast Members in each pavilion are actually from the countries they represent — their home towns are listed on their nametags. Ever wondered how they got the chance to leave home and work for Disney? Wonder no more. I have […]

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Walt Disney World without Tickets Part 2: Adults

By Jane Jones While a stay at Walt Disney World wouldn’t be the same without a walk down the middle of Main Street or a stroll around World Showcase, taking in some of the other resort attractions can be a nice change of pace, especially if you are an adult. Let’s get out of the […]

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What Do You Do to Make Your Trip “New”?

Compiled By Erica Colmenares Many of us have been to Walt Disney World and/or Disneyland multiple times. Sometimes more times than we care to admit outside of Disneyphile circles. But even a much-beloved destination can become routine without a jolt of “new.” Earlier this month, we asked Magically Speaking readers what they do to keep […]

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

By Carol Garcia Beginning November 10 and running through December 18, the Magic Kingdom is transformed into a winter wonderland. True, it may still be mid-November, but guests at Walt Disney World will find Christmas in the air. One of the highlights of that celebration is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. This is a hard-ticket […]