As a former cast member and a current annual passholder, I have learned quite a bit about what to bring during my trip to Disney World. While you can get most anything in the parks, there are still some things you should have readily available to you that will make your trip a lot smoother and comfortable as the day ...

1) The parks can be VERY crowded A lot of first time Disney guests have no idea how crowded the parks can be, even on an average or slow time of year. In addition, they are usually unaware of when the busy seasons are. I’ve heard guests in Walt Disney World on Christmas week who were surprised that the parks ...

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Walt Disney World in central Florida is considered by many to be the most magical place on earth. Why? The reasons are myriad. Here are 20 reasons. Can you think of more? 1) Cast Members – The Disney parks are well-known for their hospitality. The cast members believe that their job is to make your vacation special. You may occasionally ...

One of the biggest mistakes parents make when they head off to Disney with a young child is thinking that they don’t need anything extra because Disney will keep them busy enough. Plan ahead so you have everything covered and you won’t be spending time and money on things you don’t need. 6. Wipes – Even though we are past ...

Very often, Disney fanatics talk about attractions of the past with longing and reverence. We tend to be upset when old favorites are replaced with new attractions. Below is a list of rides that have been Disney World staples since the parks’ openings. They have truly stood the test of time, and it would be hard to imagine the parks ...

When you hear the words, “be prepared”, what pops into your head first? a) The Boy Scouts motto b) Scar’s ominous tune from The Lion King If you have Disney on the brain, it’s likely that you gravitate toward choice b. However, taking advice from the scouts before heading into a Walt Disney World park isn’t a bad idea. As ...

There are all kinds of strollers in this world and they’re not all created equal. I’ve owned no less than 6 different strollers in my career as a mother, I’ve even been accused, rightfully-so, of being a stroller connoisseur by my husband more than once. From infant car-seat travel system, Jeep jogging stroller, umbrella stroller, rear-facing stroller frame, and now ...

Being that Walt Disney World is located in central Florida, it can get pretty hot. That is why even in January it’s nice to cool down with an ice cream treat while guests are touring the parks or enjoying the resorts. Here are the top five “must try” ice cream treats located throughout Walt Disney World. 5. Kitchen Sink at ...

Despite crowds, the relentless travel woes to get here, the packing and unpacking, Disney is one of my favorite spots in the whole world.  How does Disney do it?  It all started with the vision of one man, Walt Disney, who believed that dreams can actually come true.  But what’s the recipe for making an imaginary world from cartoons come to ...