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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

12.  Stay in the park very, very late Nothing beats a super-late night extra magic hour (sometimes as late as 3am in the busy seasons at the Magic Kingdom).  The crowds thin, the weather is cool, and the magic is palpable.  And remember, just because the park is closed, it doesn't mean you have to leave right away. 

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

13.  Enjoy a special seasonal event Disney continues to expand its offering of special events, and you're sure to find one that strikes your fancy.  From the Food and Wine Festival to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, there's something everyone will enjoy.  Keep in mind that some of these events are included in park admission, while others (like the “parties”) are hard-ticket even

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

1.  Meet every character  You don't have to have a child to enjoy meeting characters at Walt Disney World.  Attending character meals is a great way to see several characters at once.  Look beyond Chef Mickey's- have you tried Tusker House or the Ohana breakfast?

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

2.  Dine at every restaurant This is an oh-so-delicious goal!  Put this one on your bucket list and you'll be encouraged to try a few new places every time you travel to the most magical place on earth.  

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

3.  Try each of Disney's classic snacks From the mighty turkey leg to the delightful Dole Whip, snacking around Disney World is a favorite pastime of many guests.  Don't check this one off your bucket list until you've had all the classics.  Don't forget the Mickey-shaped foods- waffles, ice cream, and pretzels to name a few!

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

4.  Enjoy a dinner show Whether you want to dance with some amazing pals at Mickey's Backyward BBQ, have a roaring good time at the Hoop de Doo Musical Review, or enjoy traditional Hawaiian entertainment at the Spirit of Aloha show, your family is sure to love all of Disney's dinner show offerings.  Be aware that these experiences must be reserved well in advance and feature tiered seating.

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

5.  Go “behind the seeds” Have you ever ridden “Living With the Land” and wanted to jump off the boat to get a closer look at that amazing vegetation?  This short, inexpensive guided tour will allow you to do just that (minus the jumping off a boat part).  As a bonus, your guide will probably let you sample some fresh veggies! 

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

6.  Watch fireworks from outside the park Being able to see fireworks over the Magic Kingdom from the comfort of your resort room (think Lake View rooms at the Polynesian or rooms at Bay Lake Tower overlooking Magic Kingdom) is a splurge-worthy item to add to your bucket list.  If you aren'y staying at one of these Deluxe resorts, consider watching from a beach or other public location.  Are you a

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

7.  Stay at a monorail resort There's simply nothing more convenient than hopping on the monorail to access the Magic Kingdom and Epcot.  Stay at one of the resorts on the monorail loop (Disney's Grand Floridian, Polynesian, Contemporary/Bay Lake Tower) at least once!

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10 Most Fantastic Shopping Venues at Disney Springs

Walt Disney World is one of the most popular vacation resorts in the world, with thrilling rides, entertaining attractions, magical parades, sensational fireworks displays, unique dining, and extraordinary shopping. In this article, I am going to highlight ten of the most fantastic and amazing shopping opportunities at Disney Springs. Disney Springs (previously known as Downtown Disney) is a shopp

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