I’ve Been There. Done That. Now You, Too, Can Learn From My Mistakes

I’ve been to Walt Disney World more times than I can count. And each time I go, I learn something new. Making mistakes along the way and gathering new tips for you. That’s my job! When a friend or family member who hasn’t been to Disney joins us they are amazed at how much I know. But while they’re singing my praises, I’m kicking myself and saying, “We should have made earlier reservations” or “That was a useless FastPass.” I’ve made my fair share of mistakes. I may not always know as much as you think I know. But I’ve Continue reading I’ve Been There. Done That. Now You, Too, Can Learn From My Mistakes

7 Things To Pack For Disney World You Never Knew You Needed

You already have your packing list of things to pack for your upcoming Disney trip. But what about the things you never knew you needed to bring? #1 Gum You won’t find gum sold anywhere in Disney World. And if you’ve ever stepped in it or had your toddler find a treasure trove under a table, you understand why. So, if you must indulge, bring a supply. #2 Ziploc Bags Of all sizes. When the kids were toddlers, we brought snack-sized bags for non-perishable snacks and leftovers. Sandwich/Quart sized bags are used for added protection for phones on water rides Continue reading 7 Things To Pack For Disney World You Never Knew You Needed

Top 11 Things You Must See And Do At Disney’s Magic Kingdom

#11 Be In Time To See The Opening Show  I always recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the park opens so that you can get the most done on any given day. But the park’s welcome show is a must-see event, putting you into the spirit of the magic ahead. #10 Enjoy A Parade  With up to 5 parades a day, you’re sure to be around for at least one. This is a great time to stop and smell the roses. People watch, take a breather or join in and sing along. #9 Ride It’s A Small World  My family tolerates it with me Continue reading Top 11 Things You Must See And Do At Disney’s Magic Kingdom

8 Things This Disney “Pro” Learned On Our Last Trip

They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.  But not when you’re a Disney lover. Disney lovers go to Disney as often as they can. They go with their bag of tricks. They employ their tricks, only to find a couple of tricks that don’t work anymore. So, they adjust. Here’s what this Disney “Pro” learned on our last trip. 10 Things Learned On Our Last Disney Trip Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run doesn’t have the crazy wait times we were anticipating. With no FastPasses, we expected 2 hour plus wait times. We didn’t expect to ride at all. Continue reading 8 Things This Disney “Pro” Learned On Our Last Trip