Walt Disney World

8 Amazing Facts About it’s a small world

it’s a small world (left un-capitalized intentionally) is a favorite attraction of mine, and I love learning as much as I can about how this timeless ride came to be. Some people can’t stand the ride, citing “that song!!” as the reason they simply can’t stomach it. Love it or hate it, you can’t deny that it’s a small world has a whole lot of history. Read on to learn some facts about this 50-year

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8 Hidden Gems in Epcot

Epcot is a wonderfully themed and beautifully designed park and one of my favorites. There are many exciting attractions, unique sights and sounds, and delicious places to eat and drink. There are also a bountiful amount of hidden gems throughout the park. [google_ad_atf] Here are my top 8 in no particular order. 8. Living with the land boat ride This amazing boat ride in The Land pavilion is a gr

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7 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Day at Epcot

Epcot is a massive park, so you’ll want to carefully think about how to spend your time there. There’s a lot to do during the day, but it also can’t be missed at night! There are many great attractions in Future World, and a lot of things to experience in the World Showcase as well. I love spending two days at Epcot. If you are on a longer trip and have the ability to visit it over 2 days, then yo

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7 Fun Facts About The Haunted Mansion

The Haunted Mansion is one of my favorite attractions at Disney! I love the spooky (but not scary) vibe, hitchhiking ghosts, and of course, the signature attention to detail! Here are some interesting facts about its hallowed halls. [google_ad_atf] 1. The Haunted Mansion– A Disney park staple Each Magic Kingdom-esque Disney park (Disneyland, the Magic Kingdom, Tokyo Disneyland, Hong Kong Dis

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Top 5 Secrets for Getting the most out of Animal Kingdom in One Day

Animal Kingdom can be a bit of a challenging undertaking to visit in just one day. With limited park hours, and numerous routes and trails, seeing everything in one visit without a solid plan is nearly impossible. When visiting this park for one day only, keep the following tips in mind to ensure that you get the most out of your visit. 5. Check the Times Guide When you enter the park in the morni

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5 Favorite Dining Experiences at Hollywood Studios

Disney’s Hollywood Studios consistently dazzles its guests with all the glitz and glamour of old Hollywood. This theme park never fails to keep us entertained with innovative and immersive rides and attractions but the real draw, for me at least, is the fantastic dining locations found within these gates. With over 25 dining sites (not even including the food carts!) there is never a shortage of o

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Epcot’s Future World – 12 Things You Don’t Want to Miss!

Epcot is home to Future World and the World Showcase. While in World Showcase, you can enjoy food and drink from around the world, Future World is home to an amalgamation of rides, attractions, food, and fun you do not want to miss out on. Here is our list of the things you do not want to miss out on when in Epcot’s Future World! [google_ad_atf] 12. Turtle Talk With Crush – Hey Dudes! Join the coo

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Top 5 Magic Kingdom Restaurants

Like the barrage of rides and attractions at the Magic Kingdom, the dining options are vast and varied. Choosing a place to satisfy your appetite can be overwhelming and have you wandering around like Oaken (I couldn’t resist!), uncertain of which direction to go to receive the best overall dining experience. We here at Disney Fanatic agree that all of the dining options at Magic Kingdom are prett

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14 Insider Tips for Getting the Most Out Of Magic Kingdom

No matter how many times I go to Magic Kingdom, no Disney experience can match the thrill and awe I get walking under the arches and onto Main Street, U.S.A. and seeing Cinderella’s Castle in the distance. Six lands comprise Magic Kingdom: these tips will help you get the most out of your day while there. [google_ad_atf] Main Street, U.S.A TIP 14. Main Street is the opening act to your day at Magi

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5 Secrets to Getting the Most Out of Your Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The third gate at Walt Disney World opened in 1989 and it salutes the Golden Age of Hollywood by celebrating the glitz and glamour that the movies have to offer. While Hollywood Studios is the least popular park (only a mere 10.1 million guests passed through the Mickey turnstiles in 2013), there is a lot to appreciate in the park and these tips will help you make the most of your day there! [goog

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