• UncategorizedKidcot

    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    5. Kids Epcot has always been considered more of an adult park, with its themes of history, science and technology.  Over the years, the park has become more kid-friendly.  In World Showcase, the kids can collect stamps for every country visited. The Kidcot stations at each country are wonderful. Friendly cast members help kids make their

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  • UncategorizedIlluminations

    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    4. Illuminations Every night at Epcot, the day concludes with the spectacular Illuminations laser, light and fireworks show.  If you are not in a hurry to leave after the show, watch from the back of the park in World Showcase.  Afterwards, gently stroll back to the front of the park, enjoying the lights and atmosphere.  Take advantage of

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  • UncategorizedMagic Kingdom Parade

    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    3. Parades At the Magic Kingdom, consider watching the parades from back in Frontierland.  The crowds are much thinner back there and as a bonus, sometimes the parade will start from the back of the park, allowing you to resume riding attractions sooner.  

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    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    2. Dining reservations If you were unable to get reservations (ADR) to the restaurant of your choice, you might still get in. As your trip nears, keep checking the My Disney Experience website or app.  Due to no show penalties, guests cancel reservations all the time.  Or, ask the hostess/host if they have had any cancellations, and somet

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  • UncategorizedFastPass

    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    1. Fastpass With so many attractions to choose from, it’s important to pick the right Fastpass reservations for Magic Kingdom. Which Magic Kingdom attractions are worth your FP+ reservations? Which are worth skipping?  According to those who monitor Fastpass times and crowd levels, the top 5 attractions you should use FastPass+ for to avo

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  • Disney Tips & TricksMagic Kingdom Sign

    10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven’t Heard

    Planning a trip to Walt Disney World?  Is this your first time or maybe first in a long while?  Planning a trip to the “Most Magical Place on Earth” can be overwhelming.  It’s always helpful to get advice from veteran Disney travelers.   After more trips than I can count, here are 10 Tips From a Disney Expert We Bet You Haven't Heard.  Do

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  • UncategorizedWalt Disney Train

    13 Things The Walt Disney Company Does With Your Money

    13. Pays Dividends After their profit is calculated, the Walt Disney Company issues dividends to its stockholders.  The timing of the payments can vary from year to year, as Disney has made quarterly payments in the past, as well as semi-annual and annual payments.  In recent years, the annual dividend issued to stockholders has been anyw

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  • Uncategorizedoswald

    13 Things The Walt Disney Company Does With Your Money

    12. Develops Merchandise The creation of every successful entertainment property is closely followed by the creation of merchandise to capitalize on its success.  If Disney wasn’t the first company to cash in on this phenomenon – as some believe – they certainly weren’t far behind.  And while the first Disney character to be featured on m

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  • UncategorizedDisney Cruise

    13 Things The Walt Disney Company Does With Your Money

    11. Goes 20,000 Leagues Out to Sea In 1998, Disney took their Magic to the high seas – literally.  The Disney Magic, the first cruise ship commissioned by Disney, brought the fun and excitement of the Disney parks to the world of cruise line operations.  In doing so, they brought a number of firsts to the industry which elevated the stake

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  • UncategorizedDisney Bus

    13 Things The Walt Disney Company Does With Your Money

    10. Provides Transportation Moving people around isn’t just something that Disney does in its theme parks.  After all, you’ve got to get the guests to the parks and resorts before anyone can enjoy them.  And with so many millions of visitors coming to the parks, there are serious logistics involved in making it happen!  Disney World, for

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