It’s official, Disney has finally given us the opening day for Rivers of Light: April 22nd. Not only will the new nighttime entertainment start on Earth Day, but it will mark the eighteenth anniversary of the parks opening day. On top of Rivers of Light, the park will remain open late into the night, with…
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Tour of the Topiaries: Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2016
It’s my very favorite time of the year: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! From March 2nd through May 30th, 2016, you can enjoy a multitude of beautiful flowers, topiaries, outdoor kitchens, concerts, and souvenirs throughout Epcot. The topiaries are incredible; placed throughout the World Showcase and Future World, these gorgeous pieces of living…
Where’s My Ride? — Differences Between Walt Disney World and Disneyland
If you’ve spent your entire Disney-fan career on one coast, you probably feel like an expert. You know which path gets you to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train the fastest at rope drop, or which set of gondolas won’t make you hurl on Mickey’s Fun Wheel. But when you visit a whole new World or Land for the…
Helpful Hints if Your Kids Get Lost at Walt Disney World
If you’ve done any planning or research at all before you get to Walt Disney World, you know the property is HUGE. Spanning over forty square miles, Walt Disney World is twice as big as Manhattan. And many of us bring there what’s most precious to us, our children! I don’t know about you, but…
Walt Disney World While Expecting
Pregnancy is an exciting time for many reasons and a fool-proof way to add one more thing to be excited about is to plan a Walt Disney World trip in those nine months! We visited Walt Disney World when I was 34 weeks pregnant. When we planned the trip we had no idea what we…
My Favorite Spots in Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is the most magical place on earth. I don’t know about you, but I’m constantly counting down to my next Disney vacation, daydreaming about watching fireworks, smelling popcorn on Main Street U.S.A., and hearing the distant scream coming from Test Track. When I think about Disney, a few spots come to mind…
Ten Tips for Magic in Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World is an amazing vacation but it can be overwhelming. Magic Kingdom is the most popular of the four Disney parks making it hard to navigate at times. Here are a few tips on how to get the most out of your Magic Kingdom visit. Get There Early As you can imagine, Magic…
You Are Here: The Starbucks Disney Coffee Mugs
I’m not much of a collector and when it comes to Disney collectibles I find it too daunting to even consider, but at the end of every Disney trip I wind up perusing the shops, trying to find something to commemorate my time at the Disney parks. Unfortunately, nothing’s had ever piqued my interest… that…
Harmony Barber Shop at Magic Kingdom
On an average trip to the Magic Kingdom, most people walk right passed the Harmony Barber Shop without a second thought. What you may not know is that the barber shop is fully functioning, and a wonderful place to get a haircut. In fact, they offer a special package for babies’ first haircuts, which…
Best Character Meets in Each Park at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is a magical place – from the theming to the shows and attractions, visitors to the parks are surrounded by wonder and magic. A big part of that is the plethora of characters you can meet all over the property. As such, I wanted to share my favorite character meet in each…
New Star Wars offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Recently at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we have received several new Star Wars additions to the park. These include the Star Wars Launch Bay, a new ride sequence for Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, and Symphony in the Stars, a fireworks show set to the music of the Star Wars Saga. But it was recently announced…
Tips for Surviving the Summer Heat (Just in Time!)
While winter may be here, and spring is on the horizon, weather-wise, it’s the perfect time to visit Disney World. Festivities abound and the weather is beautiful and the air crisp. But what if you can’t make it during this magical time of year and your only option is to come during summer? There’s…