(photo by: Rikki Niblett) New and exciting things are popping up at Disney Springs almost constantly these days and with all the changes, it is easy to overlook some of the old favorites. If you are looking for something the whole family can enjoy, Splitsville is a great option. I have been to Splitsville before,…
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Hangin’ Out at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar
Just a few weeks ago, Downtown Disney officially became Disney Springs. The name isn’t the only change happening at Disney Springs! Lots of new restaurants and shops are popping up as well. I was excited to visit and see some of the new additions, mainly Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is…
Senses Spa- An Amazing Way to Relax at Walt Disney World
Usually, people think of a trip to Walt Disney World as an active and high energy vacation, but there are actually many ways on Disney property for you to slow down and relax. On our last trip, I was able to experience the luxurious Senses Spa at Saratoga Springs Resort, which was the epitome of…
What To Do During a Summer Afternoon Rainstorm
If you have ever visited Walt Disney World during the summer months you are well aware of the afternoon rainstorms that roll in like clockwork. These rain storms can seem like a big black cloud over your trip, but instead, I challenge you to turn that frown upside down and take these easy steps…
Visiting Franck’s for a Disney Fairytale Weddings Planning Session
I was fortunate enough to recently join my sister, her fiancé, and my mom for a short trip to Walt Disney World to assist in planning her upcoming Walt Disney World wedding. We are in the process of planning a “Wishes” wedding package for September 2015. As part of the planning, the Disney Fairytale Weddings…
Free Activities in Downtown Disney
We spent a morning walking through Downtown Disney to shop and take in the sights. Shopping does not top my kids’ favorite things to do list, so armed with our shopping list, we had mentally prepared ourselves for some moaning and groaning. Surprisingly, there were many FREE activities for the kids to do while my…
Taking an Illuminations Cruise
Even frequent guests to Walt Disney World may not realize that every night fireworks cruises are offered by Disney that allow guests to see either Illuminations or Wishes from a unique stetting–a boat. On a recent trip, I surprised our family with an Illuminations cruise following our dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse. Illuminations cruises…
Disney Springs Expansion Updates
In March of 2013, it was announced that Downtown Disney — Disney World’s shopping and dining district — would be undergoing a huge change. Expanding the dining, entertainment, and shopping options to the tune of doubling the current offerings. Ultimately Downtown Disney will change to become Disney Springs, which is anticipated for completion in Spring 2016….
Book Review: The Unofficial Guide to Beyond Disney
If you’re looking to venture to other places in and around Orlando, The Unofficial Guide Beyond Disney, 8th Ed. is a great book to have with you. I really like the Unofficial line of guidebooks all together, so this would be my go-to guide for Universal Orlando or SeaWorld. The layout of the book is…
Summer Fun at Walt Disney World – New attractions await
On May 23rd Disney is kicking off summer with the annual all-nighter party when as of 6 a.m. guests can enjoy the Magic Kingdom for full twenty-four hours. I have done this party last year and it is a lot of fun but summer and especially the weather in Florida can be quite hard on…
Disney Resorts – A Water Babies Paradise
In the 1864 novel by Charles Kingsley The ‘water babies’ were spirits who lived in rivers and streams and if you and your family love splish splashing around join me on a discovery of the best pools in The World. The value resorts: Did you ever swim in a pool with underwater speakers playing surf…
Cooling Off at the Water Parks
Summer in Florida is hot. Luckily, there are many ways to stay cool when the weather heats up – ice cream and other cool treats, rides and shows with air conditioning, and best of all, getting wet. There are water rides in the parks, and of course great pools at the resorts for cooling off….