It’s time to do a happy dance because our favorite time of year in the parks is here! We’re going to let you in on one of Disney Fan’s worst-kept secrets: as soon as school starts, crowds drop off dramatically. So dramatically in fact that this is the only time of year my “Disney Grump” husband will go. This year ...
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Escape the Crowds in These “Secret” Quiet Spots
There’s no denying that the Walt Disney World Resort is a very popular vacation destination for many Guests, which, in turn, can lead to heavy crowds at nearly all times of the year. While crowds are just a part of a Disney vacation, they can become overwhelming and Guests might find themselves looking for quiet spots to escape the chaos. ...
Read More »Why We Shouldn’t Wish to Be Rid of Bob Chapek
Hello Disney fans, I’m Jill, and I’ve got a confession to make. I don’t want to get rid of Bob Chapek. There, I said it. It feels good to get that off my chest. Before you grab your pitchforks and let me explain: Step into my time machine, if you will, and let’s go back to 1984. A man named ...
Read More »Is the Easiest Monorail Dining Reservation Worth Booking?
You’re in the Disney Parks, and it’s afternoon. Your group has decided to Park Hop to Magic Kingdom and you think it would be nice to stop and have a sit down dinner on the way, so you jump on the My Disney Experience app to see if you can get a last minute dining reservation. If you’ve been in ...
Read More »Which Disney Water Park Should You Visit: Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon?
Even for Walt Disney World super fans, there are days the heat and humidity in Orlando can be a lot to take! Our favorite way to beat the heat during a trip to Disney World is to take advantage of a day at one of their water parks, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Disney’s Blizzard Beach. We have spent days at ...
Read More »Tips from a Disney Insider: Are Refillable Resort Mugs Worth It?
If you have visited a Walt Disney World Resort, there is a good chance you have seen Guests clutching brightly colored Disney characters and resort-themed cups. No, you aren’t going crazy these mugs really are numerous. They are carried by Guests across the Resort and are even seen in Parks secured by carabiners to Park bags. These refillable Resort mugs ...
Read More »Essential Must-Dos for Disney Resort Arrival Day
The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and you wake up with a smile on your face, ready to head to Walt Disney World Resort. You’ve bought a Park ticket, booked a Park reservation secured an advanced dining reservation. You’ve planned and packed those cute outfits. You are ready to go… it’s vacation arrival day! For a Disney fanatic, ...
Read More »Dos and Don’ts from a Disney Local
Do you know all about the parks in your neighborhood and all the best areas, hiking trails, or playgrounds to enjoy there? Most likely, you do. The same can be said about those who call Disney World their local Park. To get the most out of your trip to Walt Disney World, hit the Parks like a local. Here are ...
Read More »Check Out All of the Characters You Can Meet At MNSSHP This Year
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Is back and one of our favorite parts is all if the character meet and greets. We are so excited they are back this year! Each year rare and exclusive characters come out to play during the spookiest time if year and familiar friends don their best Halloween costume to join in on ...
Read More »The Show Must Go On: Frozen Sing Along Refurb Appears to be Canceled
It’s always a bit disappointing to go to Walt Disney World and discover your favorite attraction is closed, especially if you’ve been looking forward to it for a long time! Refurbishments are a necessary evil, though. They keep the show and attractions in tip-top shape. Seeing the Parks in their very best light is part of what makes Disney World ...
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