Our family is blessed in that we have been able to go to Walt Disney World almost every other year. 2016 was our last trip where we went with extended family and were able to celebrate birthdays in the magic of Disney. Following that trip, the kids were pretty convinced we wouldn’t be back to…
Author: Jennifer Retzlaff
I am a mother of two (DD9 and DS6) who have been brainwashed early in all things Disney. Living in Iowa our trips are usually every few years so when not planning my own trip, I enjoy helping others with their's. I teach seventh grade social studies and enjoy tying Disney into my lessons when possible.
5 Mistakes You Want to Avoid
Ever leave a Walt Disney World vacation feeling more stressed and tired than you did when you arrived? Planning a trip to Walt Disney World and not sure where to start? Here are five mistakes you want to avoid when planning your trip or while on your trip as well as tips on how…
Goals for Your 2018 Walt Disney World Trip
If you are heading to Walt Disney World in 2018, take time to set some goals for your trip. Unique activities or challenges to complete to make your vacation even more fun. Here are some ideas that might help you get these goals going. 4 Parks 1 Day One challenge many people try to…
All About the Walt Disney World Dessert Parties
Walt Disney World offers four different dessert parties throughout Walt Disney World parks. Each offers unique but very different experiences. We will breakdown what each of these parties offer for quests so you can make the best decision for your traveling party. The four different parties in Walt Disney World are Magic Kingdom Firework Dessert…
What’s Coming in 2018 for Walt Disney World
It is time to look ahead at what magic will be awaiting Guests visiting Walt Disney World in 2018. Model of Toy Story Land (Photo by Rikki Niblett) Disney’s Hollywood Studios seems to be the big winner heading into 2018. Toy Story Land is opening in summer of 2018. In this new land, guests shrink…
Best Rides for the Whole Family: Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is a great park for families. There are numerous rides that everyone can enjoy together. Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom In Tomorrowland, families can catch a few rides together. Breathtaking Views from PeopleMover Start with a calm ride on Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. This elevated ride over Tomorrowland takes riders on…
18 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World in 2018
If you have ever wanted to head to Walt Disney World or if you are looking for a reason to head back to Walt Disney World, here are the top 18 reasons to visit in 2018. Toy Story Land (Photo by Rikki Niblett) 2018 will see the opening of Toy Story Land. This new land…
Best Rides for the Whole Family: Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios
s Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are two unique parks. One focuses on animals and nature while the other focuses on movies. Here are the best rides for families at each of these parks. Animal Kingdom Na’Vi River Journey (Photo by: Liliane Opsomer) To start your journey off, head to Pandora-…
Best Rides for the Whole Family in Epcot
Walt Disney World’s Epcot is a great place for families. Although many feel like this park can be skipped with kids, there is a lot of options for families visiting the park. Scene from Spaceship Earth Start off with a ride on Spaceship Earth. This slow moving ride, will take the whole family through history….
What Was New at Walt Disney World in 2017
2017 brought a whole new land to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, many new experiences to Disney Springs and magic to all those that visited. Here is a look back at what was new in 2017 at Walt Disney World. Happily Ever After (photo by Rikki Niblett) In Magic Kingdom, 2017 said good-bye to the beloved “Wishes”…
Disney On Ice: Skate Through the Show
Is it hard for you to get to Disney? Is your magical trip not for a few years? Skate along with us as we experience the magic through Disney on Ice. Getting down to Walt Disney World can be difficult when living in Iowa. This means we try to find magic whenever we can. Each…
Top 10 Things To Do: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has quickly become a prime destination with the opening of Pandora: the World of Avatar. With all of the new experiences at Animal Kingdom it can be hard to determine what to do. Use this top ten list to make sure you don’t miss something. Expedition Everest First Experience on Everest …