Sometimes the best plans of mice and men go awry. My husband and I made a last-minute trip to Walt Disney World in 2008 on FOUR DAYS’ notice. While it’s not the ideal situation, we had a great time and learned quite a bit that we applied for future visits. Why did we take a…
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Educational Attractions at Walt Disney World
Spaceship Earth is more than a park icon – it’s educational! Are you taking your kids out of school for a Walt Disney World vacation? Are you homeschooling and looking to keep your children’s education going while you’re on your trip? Or, are you like me, always looking for ways to keep your child learning even…
Visiting Batuu (And Disney’s Hollywood Studios) on Two Weeks Planning
After the Orlando Airport closures were announced due to Hurricane Dorian, I moved my trip two weeks later into September. This meant that all of my carefully picked FastPasses were gone, but since my main goal was to visit Galaxy’s Edge and ride Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run as many times as possible. Thanks to…
Preparing Children for Walt Disney World
As a “non-childless” millennial, the last several Disney World trips I’ve taken have included my children. (No judgment to those who take Disney trips without kids! I also know how great that is!) I’ve compiled some tips on preparing children for Walt Disney World that have helped us greatly over the years. Plan Plan Plan…
How to become a Disney Historian
I’m a Disney Historian. Guess what? You can become one, too! This little known activity – which doesn’t cost any extra – is a fun way to journey through one of Hollywood Studios’ most underrated attractions. Walt Disney Presents is a self-guided historical tour through Walt’s early life and more. The tour ends with the…
Galaxy’s Edge: Droid Depot, Savi’s Workshop, or Both
Bright Suns Travelers! Recently, Sean and I had the privilege to preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World during an Annual Passholder Preview, and IT WAS AMAZING. We spent about 4 hours immersed in the land. We rode Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, drank green and blue milk, and ate at Docking Bay 7…
Preparing for your Arrival in Galaxy’s Edge: Fun Activities You Can Do at Home
Do you have intergalactic plans but it seems like they won’t occur until the next millennium? Or are you just curious about Disney’s newest lands? Either way, here’s are activities that you can do to keep your excitement level up until you go. Not all Disney fans are also Star Wars fans. Preparing for your…
Missing School for a Walt Disney World Trip: Advice from a Teacher
If you have ever looked at ways to save money with a Walt Disney World vacation, you will discover that one of the easiest ways to save a little bit is to go during less busy times of the year. The big problem with these low-cost times is that those times never align with school…
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party isn’t just for kids
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has always sounded like the perfect way to celebrate the start of our favorite season. So, my grown daughter and I didn’t hesitate to get tickets when we found out the party would be taking place during our late August trip. Who says you have to be a kid to…
Backstage Magic: The Perfect Seven Hour Tour for Any Disney Nerd
If you have ever wondered how Walt Disney World brings their guests magic on a daily basis, or how they manage to pull off so much magic with such flawless precision, then the Backstage Magic Tour is a perfect fit for you. Personally, I think Disney should rename the tour: Backstage Magic – The Perfect…
Disney Vacation Club’s Moonlight Magic Animal Kingdom Experience
Experiencing Animal Kingdom at Moonlight My husband and I had the opportunity to attend the Disney Vacation Club complementary Moonlight Magic event at Animal Kingdom. We had quite the experience on August 8th! Can you imagine having the opportunity to visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom at night with low wait times, even in Pandora? It can…
A Six Year Old’s Guide To The Best Rides In EPCOT
When planning a trip to Disney or anywhere for that matter, research is always required. And the best way to research a vacation destination is to ask someone you know who has been. If you were to ask everyone you know what are the best rides in EPCOT, they would tell you the same…