The Ins And Outs Of Disney’s Rope Drop

You’re researching your upcoming trip, and you see people talking about “Rope Drop.” What the heck is Rope Drop? Rope Drop is a term used by frequent Disney-goers to describe the moment the park opens. It describes the technique used by Disney to guide guests into the park to avoid a stampede to popular attractions. Cast Members hold a rope and guests stand behind, waiting for the all-clear to enter the park or individual lands within the park. When it’s “all-clear” Cast Members will guide Disney guests to the attractions. At a safe time, they drop the rope, allowing all Continue reading The Ins And Outs Of Disney’s Rope Drop

What Is The Perfect Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World?

You want to know the perfect age to take your children to Walt Disney World because you don’t want to miss that perfect window of opportunity or waste money on a vacation they may not remember. People ask me all the time, “What is the perfect age to take our kids to Walt Disney World?”   And I say, “Six.” Six is perfect. She still loves princesses and not afraid to meet one. He can join in the swashbuckling fun of playing pirate with Captain Jack Sparrow. They can ride Toy Story Mania and Haunted Mansion for the perfect kid-sized Continue reading What Is The Perfect Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World?

When You Need To Unwind At Walt Disney World

What if you need to unwind at Walt Disney World. Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Who rests at Disney? My husband, that’s who. My husband is slowly becoming a Disney Nut convert. He appreciates the level of service. He loves the restaurant choices. He enjoys the thrill we have for the place. But his least favorite thing about Walt Disney World is the herds and hoards of people. And that, my friends, is downright unavoidable. So, I’ve learned, if I want to have a truly magical vacation with my husband, then we have to build in some downtime. Our “downtime” Continue reading When You Need To Unwind At Walt Disney World

Disney Gift Cards: Uses, Tips and Tricks

It’s no secret to my family and friends that I LOVE Disney. Everyone knows, for birthdays and Christmas and even Mother’s Day, I love a Disney gift card because I’m always scheming for my next trip. And I love Disney gift cards because they can be used in so many wonderful Disney ways. Uses Pop one in your child’s stocking or as a countdown gift for your upcoming trip. They can “pay” for their own souvenirs and learn how to budget, too! For more countdown ideas, click here. Obviously, to pay for the bulk of your trip. But who wants Continue reading Disney Gift Cards: Uses, Tips and Tricks