Our most highly coveted restaurant! As I discussed in an earlier post, planning our multi-generational trip to Walt Disney World is proving to be slightly less involved than the invasion of Normandy. Departures and arrivals from three different states, an age range of preteen through senior citizen, and differing tastes, likes and preferences all have…
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Double the Disney – Traveling Internationally with Twins
Double the Disney with not ONE single regret! I have 2 year old twins. When they were 1 year old, I decided that I was going to take them to Disney for the first time that December. I wanted to do a Christmas Disney trip for their Christmas and my 40th birthday (I am a…
Foodie Friday: Disney Dining Plan Hacks
The Disney Dining Plan. It’s one of the most debated topics revolving around booking a Walt Disney World Vacation. So, while you really have to do the math to see if the Dining Plan is worth it for you, by utilizing some of these hacks, it can help make your decision a little bit…
Kick back and Relax at Tiffins and the Nomad Lounge
Tiffins and the Nomad Lounge used to be a little off the beaten path at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but now both are easy to find as you make your way to the new land of Pandora. Whether you are looking for an upscale meal or a place to relax with a cocktail, Tiffins and…
5 Ways to prepare your Kids for Their First Disney Trip
Hurray! You’ve decided the time is right to take your darlings to Disneyland or Walt Disney World. But then reality creeps in. Will my child have meltdowns every day? I’m afraid she will get lost! Will he hate all the rides — or Mickey Mouse himself? You can’t use a magic wand to poof…
My Hopes, Dreams and Plans for our Next Walt Disney World Trip
The lobby of the Polynesian Resort in 1980 Disney vacations have always been, for my family, a family affair. My parents first took my sister and me to Walt Disney World in 1976, and over the past four decades, we’ve returned again and again with our ever growing families. Our resort for our upcoming trip…
Foodie Friday: The Newly Refurbished Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Over the past few months, one of my favorite quick service stops has been closed for refurbishment as it saw a very large upgrade. Roaring Fork, located at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has recently reopened and given my affinity for the dining establishment, I wanted to make sure I stopped in to see what’s changed. The…
Trader Sam’s Coast to Coast
Upon hearing about Disney’s Trader Sam’s Tiki Bar and Grog Grotto just a couple of years ago, I was determined to visit the coast to coast versions and compare the two experiences. After all, they have been touted as the most themed and outstanding lounges on properties. So I was curious, what made each…
Using Fuelrod at the Disney Parks
When Disney announced it would be adding FuelRod chargers to its parks, I was pretty excited. Since I use my phone for so many things throughout a day in the Disney parks, keeping the battery charged was a concern. On prior trips, I found myself searching for outlets. If I could find one, it slowed down…
Fighting the Disney Blues
A year ago I was packing and preparing for our epic Walt Disney World vacation. I was so excited, nervous and couldn’t wait until we got there. Now, a year later, I have the Walt Disney World blues. I have no Disney vacation planned. I am not sure when we’ll be back. And that has…
An Ode to the Back Side of Water: The Jungle Cruise
Ah, the Jungle Cruise. I have had the pleasure of riding this attractions many times, both at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. It’s a Disney classic – an original attraction that Walt Disney was personally involved in creating. Some might find it old fashioned. Others might consider the audio animatronic animals and corny spiels of…
Walt Disney World For The Aspiring Astronaut
Do you have an aspiring astronaut in your family? Are you an aspiring astronaut yourself? For those of us who grew up dreaming of being in the astronaut corps, the answer to every career day question was an easy one. Who doesn’t want to be strapped into a rocket and shot into space at 22,500…