Avoid Rookie Mistakes With Tried And True Tips For Walt Disney World

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

In a recent conversation with my daughter, we were reminiscing about trips to Walt Disney World. (She is currently 22……oh, how time flies!) I asked her to tell me her favorite memories. While musing about this trip and that, she suddenly remembered going with her school to sing at EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional and she exclaimed, “Oh, here’s one. Don’t go with your school!” As I started typing, she screamed, “No, Mom! Don’t write that. That’s not what I meant. But you know what? That trip was a textbook case of what not to do.” There are many schools that do Disney right. Continue reading Avoid Rookie Mistakes With Tried And True Tips For Walt Disney World→

Disney Parks After Dark

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

There was a period of time, when the kids were tiny, that we never saw the parks in the dark. A good night’s sleep was critical for our middle son and, afraid of the repercussions the next day, no one wanted to upset his routine. No. One. Fast forward a few years later and we re-discovered the joys of Disney in the Dark. Magic Kingdom – There is nothing like entering the Haunted Mansion while it is dark and eerie outside. Or, as you round the corner on Splash Mountain, catching a glimpse of the castle all lit up.  Racing cars at Continue reading Disney Parks After Dark→

How To Lose Wait At Walt Disney World: In Line, That Is!

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

There is nothing worse. You plan, plan and plan some more. The kids are excited. No one can sleep on the nights before your trip. You arrive at Walt Disney World, raring to go, only to have to wait. And wait. And wait. And wait again. It seems like the whole trip has been hurry up and wait and now it’s time to go home. All this money, time and energy spent and you feel like all you’ve done is wait in line. Fear not! This primer will share with you the best tricks of the trade so you can Continue reading How To Lose Wait At Walt Disney World: In Line, That Is!→

August Is The Perfect Time For Ice Cream And Downtown Disney!

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

I can’t think of a better way to spend a lazy August afternoon than with a favorite ice cream treat at Walt Disney World. Our family loves ice cream. Wait. That’s a big understatement. Our family ADORES ice cream. We make it our mission to scope out the best ice cream everywhere we go. But at Walt Disney World, we can’t choose. So many delicious icy treats to choose from! Mickey bars and the Kitchen Sink are two of our family favs. But in a pinch, a frozen chocolate covered banana or frozen lemonade will do. And for my youngest son? Nothing beats a good Continue reading August Is The Perfect Time For Ice Cream And Downtown Disney!→

Honor National Ice Cream Sandwich Day At Walt Disney World

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

Yep. You heard right. Today is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day. And what better way to celebrate than with an ice cream sandwich at Walt Disney World. There are many ways and places to enjoy an ice cream sandwich at Disney. There are standard Mickey shaped sandwiches, similar to the Mickey bar, that you can find in just about any park or quick service restaurant in your resort. And then there’s the ginormous, 6″, as big as your face Ice Cream Cookie sandwich made famous at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in Magic Kingdom. Don’t let the price tag fool you. With Continue reading Honor National Ice Cream Sandwich Day At Walt Disney World→

Surviving The Summer Heat At Walt Disney World

Posted on by — No Comments ↓
Surviving the summer heat at Walt Disney World

1. Mid-day is the perfect time for a dip in the resort pool or a nap in the AC. But, it’s also a time when Mother Nature provides unlimited FastPasses. Rainstorms are prevalent in the Florida and you’ll need to plan your time accordingly. If there is no lightening, rides will still be operational and lines will be short as most everyone else will run for cover, typically choosing to call it a day. But if you’ve already had enough of the crowds, go to the pool or take a nap. By all means. You can go out again as the evening Continue reading Surviving The Summer Heat At Walt Disney World→

The Only Walt Disney World Planning Timetable You’ll Ever Need!

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation can be overwhelming but not if you have the perfect timetable to put you on the right track! More Than 7 Months Out Buy a good Disney planning book. Birnbaum’s is great for first timers – it is concise and not overwhelming. For a seasoned Disney go-er, I like PassPorter’s Walt Disney World. Research best time for your family to go. Determine the number of days for your trip. Research and decide on a resort. Study different packages available and decide which one  is best for your family Download the My Disney Experience App Continue reading The Only Walt Disney World Planning Timetable You’ll Ever Need!→

The Best Way To Start Your Vacation: Downtown Disney

Posted on by — No Comments ↓
Disney Springs/Downtown Disney

You have arrived. Finally arrived. But it’s 3pm and you don’t want to hit the parks mid-day. So what do you do on your first day at Walt Disney World? Downtown Disney, of course. What better way to immerse yourself in the magic than Disney shops, stores and attractions that don’t require a park ticket? Downtown Disney, soon to be renamed Disney Springs, is an expansion and improvement over the already popular Disney destination.  The projected completion date is 2016. With the addition of a multi-level parking garage, Disney Springs will include a rumored 180 shops and restaurants found in four distinct Continue reading The Best Way To Start Your Vacation: Downtown Disney→

Top 5 Resort Pools At Walt Disney World

Posted on by — No Comments ↓

Sometimes, it isn’t all about the theme parks. Sometimes you just need to relax, get away from the crowds and lounge poolside. My husband is self-employed and will often sneak away to get a little work done while we’re off playing. His favorite Disney office is with his laptop, in a lounge chair, sipping a cool beverage, by the pool. So escape the crowds, grab your Rapid Refill mug and let’s go to the pool! #1. Beach and Yacht Club Pool – Best Pool For Families of All Ages With a unique sand bottom, this pool appeals to all ages. More Continue reading Top 5 Resort Pools At Walt Disney World→

The Kitchen Sink. Because It’s Really Good!

Posted on by — 9 Comments ↓

Beaches & Cream’s Kitchen Sink This is really, really good! It’s our family’s favorite sweet indulgence at Walt Disney World and we make it a point to enjoy this extravagant treat each trip. Before….. And after…. This post is part of Focused On The Magic’s Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop. For more “This Is Really Good” Disney pictures, click on the image below! Happy Hopping!