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Mr. Walt Disney promised the public they would enter ‘the happiest place on earth’ in his parks. This promise was extended to all ages; young, old and every one in between. Part of the magic of being sixteen, is I find myself between the age where I’m being hand-held through the parks or being able to pay for admission. However, ...

Disney is one of the most magical places on earth for a little girl. I walk through the front gates at Magic Kingdom get my first glance at Cinderella’s Castle and find myself turning to look at my daughter to see the look of wonder and joy on her little face! Disney is never more fun than when you’re seeing ...

Hey there Disney fans!  We’ve found some trivia to entertain you. 1. None of the shops in Disney World sell gum, which is why you never see any stuck to the rides or sidewalks. 2. Despite the fact that it’s illegal, several people attempt to spread the ashes of the deceased on Disney rides every year. 3. Devices called Smellitizers can be ...

Awesome attractions and engaging international pavilions, Epcot is a favorite of many Disney regulars. Epcot has 2 areas: Future World and World Showcase.  Before we give you our top 10 list, it’s helpful to note that you probably won’t get to see everything Epcot has to offer in one visit… but we can highlight the most popular attractions and eateries so ...

We’ve all been there – you’re enjoying your time strolling around the park when you’re confronted by a guest that is being downright rude or obnoxious.  You quickly try to usher the kids away from the “scene” and hope they won’t notice but the whole experience has put damper on the day.  Let’s face it, Disney can be expensive, hot, tiring and ...

Have you ever been on a ride or visited an attraction at Disney World and thought “is this all there is to it?” I’m sure many of us have had this experience. To hopefully keep you from wasting your time when when visiting the Magic Kingdom, we’ve come up with a list of rides that have been judged “duds” by ...

A sudden gasp from the crowd followed by a terrified hush… then she enters – now clearly seen after wisps of green smoke and flame have dissipated.  Her black clothing with glimpses of purple inside her robes, horns atop her head, gaunt face and bony fingers clutching her staff – Maleficent was a stunning villain seemingly without heart or soul in ...

Disney’s Hollywood Studios takes you behind-the-scenes with live shows, exciting attractions, backstage tours and special events with the stars.  As you venture through the park, sections of which blend together like a large, bustling movie set, you’ll become a part of the glamour of 1930’s and 1940’s Hollywood.  Take a movie-inspired thrill ride, pose for photos with your favorite Disney characters, enjoy stage ...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the largest of the parks at Disney World Resort. Divided into 7 themed areas including the Oasis, the park’s main entrance, Discovery Island which contains the Tree of Life, Africa with its’animal exhibits, Rafiki’s Planet Watch that focuses on animal exhibits and conservation, and Asia where you’ll find Kali River Rapids, DinoLand U.S.A with the TriceraTop ...

Most Disney pro’s can tell you that there are some great and some not-so-great times to visit Disney World.  Your visit could be relatively line-free or you could spend most of your time waiting, waiting, waiting for your favorite rides and attractions depending on what time of year you visit. There are essentially, 6 seasons: Value Season – January and the ...