Author: Kristina Valcarce

My family’s vacations at the Grand Californian, past and future   At Walt Disney World, the seasons change overnight from Halloween to Christmas. But not in my house.

Keep reading to find out where this one is!   Have you ever gone on a Hidden Mickey hunt? It’s such a fun thing to do while you

A beautiful fountain at Downtown Disney   We Disneylanders have been having a rough 2020. We still don’t know when our beloved Disneyland is going to reopen. Although

photo ©Disney   Walt Disney World looks different now. To be compliant with COVID-19 guidelines, several new health and safety measures are in effect. One of the precautions

Handmade cloth masks with ties   If you’re heading to Walt Disney World anytime soon, you’re going to need a mask. The idea of wearing a face covering

Storybookland Canal Boats   I’m spoiled. I live close enough to Disneyland that under normal circumstances I get to go at least once a year, if not more.

A little planning goes a long way   People who have known me my whole life (or even just a little bit of it, come to think of

The next best thing to being there! We have a saying in my family: When life gives you lemons, you make Dole Whips. Okay, I just made that

Why do churros taste better in Disneyland?   I think it’s safe to say that millions of people are missing Disneyland right now. I’m sure there are people

  Port Orleans French Quarter is my favorite Moderate resort at Walt Disney World. Have you ever stayed at this quaint, New Orleans themed hotel? If you have,

When most travelers contemplate where to stay for a Walt Disney World vacation, they think about the big three categories of Disney-owned and operated resorts: Value, Moderate and

  You might be shaking your head right now. You might be thinking, “This is a blog for a group called The Mouse for Less and you’re trying