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How To Beat Disney’s Busiest Day

A bronze statue of Walt Disney next to a character holding hands stands in front of a castle. Around them, many people walk and gather, some taking photos and wearing casual clothes. The scene is vibrant and lively with the castle's blue and pink hues in the background of Walt Disney World.

Any Disney fan worth their salt knows that crowds happen. Whether it’s Disneyland or the Walt Disney World Resort, they are some of the most popular vacation destinations on the planet. That doesn’t mean packed crowds have to ruin your Disney trip; planning and knowing how to schedule your trip appropriately can take your trip from tragic to magic. Related: Another ...

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Why Universal Orlando Is the Best Place To Spend the Holidays

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The Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort are in full swing, and you don’t want to miss out. Universal Orlando Resort isn’t just a theme park; it’s a universe of adventure, excitement, and imagination that captivates visitors throughout the year. Nestled in the heart of Florida, this 700-acre wonderland is a haven for thrill-seekers, movie enthusiasts, and fans of all ages. ...

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An Overview of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is officially underway, and it runs until December 30. It’s a short festival, but there is plenty to do for the whole family. Here is a quick overview of what you can expect. The first thing that you need to do when you enter EPCOT is to pick up a Festival Passport. This ...

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Entertainment at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

The 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is officially underway! Last year things were scaled back, but this year the experience is much closer to the festivals of the past. Here are some of the entertainment highlights. This year you can once again experience holiday traditions from across the globe throughout World Showcase. You can hear about A Mischievous ...

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Holiday Kitchens at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

The 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays has begun! This is the shortest of the four festivals at EPCOT, it runs only until December 30. For many Guests, the highlight of all of the festivals at EPCOT is the extra food offered around and near World Showcase. For Festival of the Holidays, they are called Holiday Kitchens. They feature ...

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The Whole Family Will Enjoy the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

Sometimes families skip EPCOT because they think that it is going to be boring for their little ones. If you decide to not visit EPCOT this holiday season, you and your children will be missing out. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is underway, and there is plenty of extra fun for even the youngest members of your family. ...

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Volunteers Are Still Needed for Night of a Million Lights

On November 9 I had the chance to preview Night of a Million Lights at Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee, Florida. This is a must-do event if you plan to visit Walt Disney World during the holiday season. There are millions of lights, but that isn’t the heart of the festivities. Everything at Give Kids the World Village ...

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Night of a Million Lights at Give Kids the World Village

One of our favorite nonprofit organizations is Give Kids the World Village. It’s an 89 acre complex in Kissimmee, Florida that gives Wish Kids and their families a week that they will never forget. Critically ill children have the opportunity to forget about treatments and tests for a few days, and their parents make memories that will last a lifetime. ...

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The Magic of blended families: Mickey & Minnie leap off storybook pages in Disney’s newest short, ‘The Stepdad’

Disney has the Midas touch on just about everything they do, and their ads are no exception. But their latest “Happy Holidays” ad created by UK Disney gives us all the feels. We’re not ugly crying, but we’ve definitely got a few tears. According to LovetoKnow.com, 11 to 15% of families in the United Kingdom are blended, and myriads more ...

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Florida now has lowest COVID rates in the U.S.; what does that mean for holiday crowds at Disney World?

Florida now has the lowest number of COVID cases among the 50 United States of America, based on daily averages. The Sunshine State is currently averaging 1,700 new cases daily, or approximately 8 cases for every 100,000 Floridians. The only other state in the union to have single digits per 100,000 residents is Hawaii. Shocked? Many who have watched the ...

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