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Jimmie is a retired school teacher from Texas, who has been going to Disney World for 25 years. He has experience in taking large groups to Disney, in addition to taking his own children and grandchildren. Jimmie and his wife Rhonda make annual trips to Disney World, Disneyland, and sail on the Disney Cruise Line.

9 Amazing Facts About “it’s a small world!”

“It’s a world of laughter, a world of tears; it’s a world of hopes and a world of fears; there’s so much that we share, that it’s time we’re aware, it’s a small world after all!” Here are 9 amazing facts about one of Walt Disney World’s most iconic attractions. 1. Walt Disney originally designed this attraction for the 1964 ...

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5 Things You Need to Know About Face-Painting at Disney

Walt Disney World is known as the most magical place on earth! You know you’ve been sprinkled with “pixie dust” when you enter the gates and you feel like a kid again. Only at Disney will you see kids and grown-ups alike wearing Mickey Mouse ears or a Goofy hat. Another fun “wearable” souvenir is face-painting. Here are 5 things ...

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Disney World Ride Height Requirements 101 – Know before you go if your little one will come up short!

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There is nothing worse than planning an exciting trip to Disney World, arriving and then realizing your child is too short to ride some of the classic attractions, due to height requirements. This dilemma has the potential to ruin your (and your child’s) day. Before you go, do your homework, so that your family can have realistic expectations. 35” – ...

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5 Reasons Why Disney World Is For Golfers

Disney Golf

Do you have someone in your family who loves golf, but is not so gung-ho about a trip to Disney? Once you introduce them to the golf paradise that is Walt Disney World, they’ll be raring to go! Here are 5 reasons why your golfer will want to book a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth! 5) Disney World ...

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5 Sensational Ways to Celebrate a Birthday at Disney

Birthday's At Disney

Taking a trip to Walt Disney World is exciting no matter when you go. Celebrating your birthday while you’re there only adds to the excitement! Here are 5 ways to celebrate your birthday at the Happiest Place on Earth! 1. Grab a button! Stop by Guest Services at any of the theme parks and ask for a free birthday button. ...

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20 Stunning Facts About Disney World

Walt Disney opened his original theme park, Disneyland, in 1955. Years later, he began considering an east coast version of Disneyland. Unfortunately, he died before his new plans came to fruition. Still, his legacy of creativity left us with what has become the most popular vacation destination on earth, Walt Disney World! Here are 20 amazing facts you may not ...

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11 Park Attractions That Will Convert Disney Haters

Test Track

Planning a trip to Disney World, but have a party-pooper in your family? Someone in your group thinking Disney World is just for kids? Never fear! These 11 attractions will convert any Disney “hater”! Epcot 1) Soarin’ – Have a daredevil in your family? They will love this action-packed hang-gliding simulator! Soar over the beautiful state of California with its ...

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10 Things Rookies Often Overlook At Disney

10 Things Rookies Overlook At Disney

Planning your first trip to Walt Disney World in Florida? Feeling overwhelmed? Not to worry! Here are my top 10 things Disney “rookies” often miss on their first trip to the Vacation Kingdom. These things will only enhance your trip. 1) The Details/Atmosphere – Walt Disney World is unlike any amusement park you’ve ever been to. The attention to detail ...

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4 Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels – Which one is right for you?

Grand Floridian Resort

A tripto Walt Disney World can be the vacation of a lifetime for many families. One of the first questions that must be answered is where to stay. If you have young children, the most convenient place to stay would be in one of the Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels. Wouldn’t you love to wake up each morning to the sights ...

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Things We Hate About The Day We Are Leaving Disney World

Disney Castle _ leaving disney world

As anticipation builds for our next Disney trip, we know in the back of our mind that eventually, our trip will come to an end. However, the excitement we feel drowns out those negative thoughts. Still they lurk, like a Monday after the weekend, waiting for that inevitable moment all Disney fans hate…departure day! Here are 7 things I hate ...

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