Autograph Books This past weekend we got our Disney magic going by making our autograph books for our upcoming Disney Vacation in June. I have done a variety of different things with autograph books throughout the years from ordering a book through companies such as Shutterfly to purchasing the basic ones offered by Disney. This…
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Captured by the Magic? Things to do on Your 2nd, 3rd, 4th and Beyond Disney Trips!
So, you’ve been bit by the magic? I have been to Walt Disney World, as a child, on 5 or 6 trips. I always loved it. But the first time I began planning a trip for my own family, it was a whole different experience. I became obsessed with planning every last detail to make…
Review of Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian
Afternoon Tea at the Garden View Tea Room at Disney’s Grand Floridian has become a tradition for us on each trip. It is a fun way to spend some quality mother/ daughter time together. I think we have purchased our daughter a minimum of three tea sets in her younger days. She loved playing with…
May the Force be With You on May the Fourth (Star Wars Day)
Ever since Disney acquired the Star Wars properties, they have been focusing synergy into the Parks. Most of you will have heard about the construction of the new Star Wars Land on both coasts, but how can a self-respecting Star Wars fan celebrate the 4th of May (otherwise known as Star Wars Day) before the…
A Tale of Two Winnie the Pooh Rides
Let’s take a ride into the Hundred Acre Wood! It’s no secret that I adore both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. One of the things I love about these places is that even attractions that have exactly the same name have subtle differences depending on which coast it’s on. For example, there’s The Many Adventures…
A Behind the Scenes Look at the Making of a Dark Ride
A few weeks ago, I had a really unique opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes in creating the “dark rides” that are present in theme parks all over the world when I took a tour of the Sally Corporation. Never heard of the Sally Corporation? Neither had I and it is…
Tips from one day at Legoland Florida
Legoland is designed for kids ages 2-12. Having two kids in this age range who also are big Lego fans, we wanted to take them there before they “aged out” of the target demographic. We have been to Walt Disney World’s theme parks on three previous Orlando trips, so we know the value of pre-planning…
What to Do When Your Kid Falls Asleep at Disney
Ahh… Walt Disney World. A kid’s playground. But kids fall asleep, right? Nap time is a time for Junior to recharge his battery and Mom and Dad can have a break. But Junior is in his stroller! And you can’t take strollers on rides! And you can’t park Junior in the stroller parking for the…
Fun Things to do at Disney Springs Under $10
Disney Springs without breaking the bank While it is very easy to do major damage to your credit card when visiting Disney Springs, there are also ways to have a great time without breaking the bank. Here are some fun things to do for free or for under $10 per activity. I traveled to Disney…
Six Myths About Touring Walt Disney World in the Fall
Some seasons at Walt Disney World you probably know what to expect, even if you’ve never been during that time. Florida is humid and hot in the summer, crowded over Christmas, and watch out for the spring breakers! But autumn “falls” off our radar as a vacation time. In case you’ve thought about visiting the Mouse during…
Why We Love the Cabins at Fort Wilderness
Our family loves staying in the Cabins at Fort Wilderness. Our family of 5 is hardly ever just a family of 5. We almost always wind up traveling with a larger group. Fortunately, Disney has made it much easier for a family of 5 to travel to Disney in recent years, but previously options were…
Movie Review: The Misadventures of Merlin Jones
DVD Cover Copyright Disney A live action throwback to Disney’s animated package films of the 1940s, which amalgamated multiple short segments based around a common theme in lieu of a single plot-based story, The Misadventures of Merlin Jones was theatrically released on March 25, 1964. The 91-minute comedy was followed by a sequel, The Monkey’s…