A few days ago I was part of a hosted media group that learned a bit of information about some of the behind the scenes tricks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In the past, there were a few holiday decorations at the park, but this year that is not the case. There are special holiday touches both during the day and ...

Encore Resort at Reunion, an Off-Property Choice Near Walt Disney World One of the main questions that I hear when someone is planning a Walt Disney World vacation is “Where is the best place to stay?”. The answer to that depends on the situation. Staying on property is convenient, but that is not what works best in every situation. That ...

A trip to Walt Disney World can be incredibly overwhelming. There’s so much to see and do, and squeezing it all into one trip is absolutely impossible. This means you’ll have to pick and choose which things you get to experience. Considering how magical every single attraction in each of the four parks is, narrowing down your choices can be ...

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a classic special event, and each year it gets better. I was invited by Disney to attend on November 12, and I happily accepted the invitation. I was especially excited to see the brand new Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show. I watched the broadcast when it was carried live on Disney Parks Blog, and ...

Walt Disney World has five unique resorts in their moderate category.  Moderate resorts at Walt Disney World typically offer both a table service as well as quick service food option, a pool with a slide, and larger rooms than a value.  The moderate resorts at Walt Disney World are Port Orleans Riverside, Port Orleans French Quarter, Caribbean Beach Resort, Coronado ...

In the past, Disney’s Animal Kingdom did not live up to the other three Walt Disney World theme parks when it came to celebrating the holidays. Mickey’s Jingle, Jungle Parade ended years ago, and since then there were just a few extra decorations. There was of course the spectacular tree at the park’s entrance, but you didn’t even need to ...

For years I have wanted to do the Backstage Magic Tour at Walt Disney World.  I always decided that it was just too expensive to add to our trips, and I kept putting it off.  With all the announcements of changes coming to Epcot I decided now or never. One of the main things I wanted to see is a ...

Walt Disney World’s Galaxy’s Edge has Star Wars fans feeling like kids in a candy store.  And even guests with only a passing acquaintance with Star Wars will be blown away by the immersive elements and sheer detail as they explore Batuu’s Black Spire Outpost.  One of the first goals for most guests is, of course, a ride on the ...

Are you ready for some Disney?!? Not everyone is into game day, but for the dedicated sports fan, it’s crucial. Well, you can still experience and enjoy your daily sports even while on a Walt Disney World vacation. Here are our 9 must-dos for the sports fan at Disney:   1. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex If you call ...

One of Walt Disney World’s newest resorts is the Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs.  The Tower is decorated in a Spanish style with subtle Disney touches, and nods to Walt Disney’s 1940s collaboration with Salvador Dali, Destino.  There are 15 floors in Gran Destino, with the table service restaurant Toledo on the 16th floor (since they skip 13).  Here ...