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Don has a huge passion for All Things Disney, and is fortunate to be the husband of a Disney-obsessed wife and father to five Disney-loving children. A former TV writer in Los Angeles, Don visited the Disneyland Resort several times a week as an Annual Passholder before moving to Orlando and becoming an Annual Passholder at Walt Disney World as well. He finally gave in to his passion and became a Disney World Cast Member, working his way up to Disney Trainer in the Transportation Department where he worked for three years. Don is excited to share his love and knowledge of Disney here on DisneyFanatic.com!

10 More Things We Love About the Disney Princesses

Snow White

Ask any young girl who her favorite Disney character is, and chances are pretty good that you will get the name of a Disney princess in reply. It’s not surprising, considering there are a large number of Disney movies that feature a princess (or even two). Based on the merchandising success of the Disney Princesses line, it’s hard to believe ...

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10 Things You May Miss if You Only Spend One Day in Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom

When making vacation plans for Walt Disney World Resort, guests can usually be counted on to include a day at the Magic Kingdom. It’s no surprise considering that it is the original Florida theme park, has the most rides of any of the Disney parks in Orlando, and arguably has the most family appeal. What they fail to recognize is ...

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Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Magic Kingdom Transportation

Monorail

As the number one theme park in the world, Magic Kingdom welcomes tens of thousands of guests every single day. And most Disney fanatics know that the key to a successful day in the park means getting there early. There are a number of ways to get to the park, many of which are provided by Disney itself. And once ...

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8 Things We Love About Enchanted Tales with Belle in the Magic Kingdom

Enchanted Tales with Belle

From the moment it opened in the New Fantasyland of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, Enchanted Tales with Belle has been one of the more popular attractions in the park. This is evident in the number of Fast Passes that are used by guests to see it. However, even the word “attraction” doesn’t truly cover what Enchanted Tales with Belle ...

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Requirements of Walt Disney World Transportation Cast Members

Contemporary Resort Monorail

Ask any group of Disney fanatics what their dream job at Walt Disney World would be, and a great many would likely reply “monorail driver”. And why not? It’s an iconic position at the Disney resort that looks like a lot of fun. Disney World Transportation runs under the philosophy “getting there is part of the fun”. They do their ...

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Have You Tried The Food Along Main Street USA? Here Are 7 Things You’ll Love!

Main Street Bakery

It’s the first themed land you see upon entering the Magic Kingdom, but it is one that is sometimes overlooked due to its reputation as a shopping district that must be traversed to get to the more adrenaline-filled and high-end attractions of the other lands. Main Street USA may be a little more understated than some of the Magic Kingdom’s ...

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You Haven’t Truly Done Magic Kingdom Unless You’ve Done These 10 Things

Cinderella's Castle

As the undisputed crown jewel of Walt Disney World theme parks, the Magic Kingdom reigns supreme in park attendance. Approximately 20 million visitors a year walk through the turnstiles, grab a park map, and set their vacation plans into action. Some plans are more carefully thought out than others, but all plans have one goal in common – getting the ...

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10 Tips for Getting the Most Out Of Your Disney Dining Plan

Pizza

While many Disney fanatics are less than fanatical about the Disney Dining Plan (DDP), there are others who swear by it. So for every argument one might give about the increased prices and eliminated menu items that came about as a result of the DDP, others are just as quick to point out the potential cost-savings and convenience of the ...

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Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando Outside of Walt Disney World Resort

Gatorland

For many Disney fanatics, it is sacrilegious to even acknowledge that there are “other” theme parks in the Orlando area. But the fact is, Orlando is home to a large number of tourist attractions and theme parks that weren’t “all started by a mouse”. And while it is inconceivable to many of us that we could visit the Orlando area ...

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15 Romantic Experiences for Your Walt Disney World Bucket List

Cinderella's Castle Romance

Disney World may be primarily known for its appeal to children and families, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a romantic getaway destination for couples as well. In fact, isn’t feeling like a kid again the point of getting away with that special someone? A Disney vacation is a sure-fire way to kick start those youthful feelings for many ...

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