About two weeks ago, I read the Kingdom Keepers, a Disney publication written by Ridley Pearson. Highly enjoyable, this young adult fiction series pleases its readers. Practically forcing me to continue, these books captivated me for the eight days it took me to complete them. In this story, five middle school age kids – Finn,…
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The “World” with Food Restrictions
By: Ann Dunnington Gluten-free, vegetarian, low-carb, nut allergy, vegan, low-sodium, diabetic, lactose intolerant, Feingold Diet, kosher…I could go on and on. Those of us who “suffer” from food allergies or special food preferences know the above terms all too well. Many of us have menu planning down to a science while we’re at home, but…
Personalized T-Shirts
My family and I have had the pleasure of visiting Walt Disney World three times. Our next visit is scheduled for this coming fall, and we are excited that eight of our extended family members will be joining our party of four! I wanted to get matching t-shirts for all of us to commemorate this…
Pools and Parades
On our first trip to Disney World, my boys were 2 and 4-years-old. I had read The Unofficial Guide to WDW and felt fairly prepared for our trip. Touring plans in hand, we were ready for the World. However, I was surprised to learn that my children were just as happy, if not more so,…
To Buy or Not Buy: Tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
We have a trip planned for later in the year to Disney World, and in the back of my mind, we are considering whether to once again purchase tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. I have no doubt that our family would have a blast, but with so much do to on the basic Magic…
A Trip to Cinderella’s Royal Table… WITH BOYS!!
Young girls dream of meeting their favorite fictional princesses at Walt Disney World. When planning a trip, their parents will reserve character meals with the beloved Disney royalties. Without a doubt, the most popular eating location for such meals is Cinderella’s Royal Table in her castle at Magic Kingdom. A selection of adored princesses can…
Choosing a Value Resort, Part 2: The All Stars
While Pop Century is probably my favorite value resort, the All Stars are also excellent choices. Consisting of All Star Movies, All Star Music, and All Star Sports, this resort trio has much to offer thrifty guests. A great benefit to staying at any of the All Stars is their close proximity to one another. …
Choosing a Value Resort, Part 1: Pop Century
While some people choose to splurge on their once-in-a-lifetime Disney vacation by staying at deluxe resorts, our family has chosen to seek a more economical plan for our favorite vacation spot so that we can continue visiting the World year after year. Part of this plan includes staying at a value resort. As a family…
More than a burger: Some alternatives in fast food fare
I am a self-proclaimed foodie. I grew up in the food business and I appreciate a good meal. That being said, my family and I absolutely love eating while at Walt Disney World and some of the sit down restaurants are as important to us as the rides that we go on. With the new…
Back to our transatlantic cruise, today we are in Cadiz, Spain
Day 11 – Cadiz, baby! Ross back on trip report duty – today the plan is to hit the Spanish port city of Cadiz! For today’s port of call we opted to take the Disney packaged tour – “Mountain Villages”. The tour was set to start at 8:00 am, so even my cabin mates were…
Traveling to WDW with Toddlers
By: Rhonna Costabile As a seasoned Disney World visitor, and also as a Disney Vacation Club Member, I can say with certainty that some of my most cherished memories of going to Walt Disney World date back to when my children were toddlers. If the thought of conquering a week in Disney with one or…
“Use the Force, Brandon” – My Jedi Training Experience
Have you or your children ever participated in the Jedi Training Academy at Hollywood Studios? My brothers and I had a magical moment at Disney World in 2009 when one morning, our family headed to the platform holding the Death Star II shield generator to the left of Star Tours. Hoping to be chosen to…