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Robin’s Disney journey began with Beauty and the Beast bedsheets, a Jasmine dress up set, and a purring Nala plush. As a child in the 1990s, the renaissance and classic animations alike captivated her imagination. In 2008, Robin visited Walt Disney World for the first time, and the obsession really took hold. Since then, Robin has enjoyed visiting the Happiest Place on Earth many more times. She lives in the Chicago suburbs where she is wrapping up a Masters in writing. When not at Disney World, Robin enjoys researching fairytales, eating ice cream, Netflix binging, reading and, of course, planning the next Walt Disney World vacation!

The Do’s And Dont’s Of The Walt Disney World Dining Plan

The dining plans at Walt Disney World are a way for on-property guests to prepay for their meals as part of a vacation package, then pay for their food with credits at the resort. It’s a polarizing topic. To help you decide if a dining plan is right for your family, here are eight do’s and don’ts. 1. DO Get ...

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Drinking Around Epcot’s World Showcase 101

Drinking around Epcot’s World Showcase, better known as Drinking Around the World, is a popular activity for adults at Walt Disney World. However, it’s an activity that should not be taken lightly. The goal is to have a drink in each pavilion around World Showcase. If accomplished, that’s eleven alcoholic drinks. That’s a lot of drinks, and not for the ...

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11 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Disney Dining Plan

Navigating the Dining Plan can get a little overwhelming. What plan is best? What restaurant is best? How do I know I’m getting the most for my money? Well, I’m here to help with that last question with these eleven tips. 11. Do Your Research Walt Disney World has tons of dining options, ranging from snack stands to fancy signature ...

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12 Serious ‘Time Wasters’ At Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World is a magical place. But too many guests make timing mistakes that cut into the magic. Here are twelve time wasters, and how to make your vacation as efficient as possible! 12. Too Many Bathroom Breaks Stopping at every restroom you see will really cut into your touring time! In my family, when we make a restroom ...

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12 Walt Disney World Experiences You’ll Regret NOT Doing

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A Walt Disney World vacation is a magical experience. But what if you got home only to realize you missed out on some of the magic? You’d feel pretty silly, wouldn’t you? Here are twelve experiences you’ll regret missing once you get home.   12. Not Getting There Early The parks are generally the least crowded in the first hour ...

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11 Essentials You Should Have With You In Disney Parks

There are a lot of packing lists floating around internet, offering plenty of advice on what to pack for a Walt Disney World vacation. However, much of those packing lists focus on what kind of clothes to bring. That won’t do much good once you’re actually in the parks. Here are eleven essentials to bring with you into the parks ...

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6 Things We Love About Bay Lake Tower At Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Bay Lake Towers opened in 2009 as part of the Disney Vacation Club. It is a sister resort of the Contemporary Resort, connected to the main building via a sky bridge. The large building is hard to miss. But how much do you really know about it? Here’s six facts and secrets about Bay Lake Towers. 6. No Need To ...

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8 Things To Know About Snacks At Walt Disney World

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Snacks are an integral part of a Walt Disney World experience! You can’t go on a Disney vacation and not enjoy any snacks! The only downside to snacks is that there’s so many to choose from, you can’t enjoy them all! 8. Share Snacks Some of the snacks at Walt Disney World are gigantic (I’m looking at you, Cinnamon Roll)! ...

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Do’s And Don’ts For Walt Disney World’s Epcot

Walt Disney World’s second gate opened in 1982, and has since grown to be one of the best loved and most visited parks in the world. Looking to up your Epcot game? Here are do’s and don’ts for getting the most out of Epcot. 9. Do Visit During a Festival Epcot hosts several festivals during the year. Flower and Garden ...

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10 Do’s And Don’ts For Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom is the ultimate Disney experience. Here you’ll find the most attractions, characters and things to see. Read on for ten do’s and don’ts for having a magical day in the Magic Kingdom! 10. Do Have a Plan It helps to have a plan in mind when you walk in. Your plan doesn’t need to be precise. Even having ...

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