Category Archives: General Tips

The Best Disney Advice I’ve Ever Received

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What is the best Disney advice I’ve ever received? Arrive at the park at least 30 minutes before rope drop. Simple, right? But I have to admit, I heard that advice a thousand times before I actually put it into practice. Once I did, I never looked back. The Way It Used To Be….Ahhh, Memories Before the mid 1990’s, and because I had been to Walt Disney World so many times, I never saw the need to get to the parks early. We were a “fly by the seat of our pants” kind of family. We didn’t need a schedule. If an Continue reading The Best Disney Advice I’ve Ever Received→

Your Walt Disney World Top 10 Must-Do List Park By Park

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You only have 4 days – enough time to visit each major park at Walt Disney World. You want to get the full experience but where to start? Look no further! Below is our Top 10 park by park by park by park. Magic Kingdom Everyone’s favorite, Magic Kingdom has so much to do, so much to see! Say Hello to Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater Have a Dole Whip in Advetureland Take a ride with a pirate on Pirates of the Caribbean Pick up a pair of Mouse Ears Share a meal at Jungle Skipper Canteen Ride the Continue reading Your Walt Disney World Top 10 Must-Do List Park By Park→

Mousekeeping And Tipping At Disney: How To, When To

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Anywhere from 30%-56% of us tip housekeeping services at the resorts and hotels we visit. I’m embarrassed to admit, I never considered tipping housekeeping until about my 20th Walt Disney Resort visit. My daughter was 3-years-old and when we came back to our room, after a long day at the parks, she walked through the door and gasped. Our room had been transformed. Clean? Yes. But all of her Beanie Babies were having a party. Some were watching TV. Some were sitting at the table, enjoying a snack. Some were sacked out on the bed, snuggled under her blankie. A couple were even Continue reading Mousekeeping And Tipping At Disney: How To, When To→

The Best Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World: Pros and Cons

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The age old question still floats around the internet waves…. When is the best age to take my child to Walt Disney World? It’s in the top 10 of most popular questions people ask me. We first took our daughter at age 3 because, at that time, I thought 3 was the perfect age to introduce her to Disney World. But our boys have been going since they were 10 months old and have loved it from day one. Our daughter has already graduated from college, so we have experienced Disney at every age, every joy, every tantrum. And there’s one Continue reading The Best Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World: Pros and Cons→

First Timer’s Guide To Must See/Must Do Walt Disney World

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If you are planning a first time visit to Walt Disney World you are probably overwhelmed. There is so much information out there what is truly “must see” Disney? When I can’t sleep at night, I often “daydream” about how much time I’ll need to see and do it all at Walt Disney World. One month would probably do it. But ONE month? It is a financial challenge for most of us to spend one week at Walt Disney World, let alone one month. As you are planning, just set aside the notion that you’ll be able to do it Continue reading First Timer’s Guide To Must See/Must Do Walt Disney World→

Disney Gift Cards: Uses, Tips and Tricks

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It’s no secret to my family and friends that I LOVE Disney. Everyone knows, for birthdays and Christmas and even Mother’s Day, I love a Disney gift card because I’m always scheming for my next trip. And I love Disney gift cards because they can be used in so many wonderful Disney ways. Uses Pop one in your child’s stocking or as a countdown gift for your upcoming trip. They can “pay” for their own souvenirs and learn how to budget, too! For more countdown ideas, click here. Obviously, to pay for the bulk of your trip. But who wants Continue reading Disney Gift Cards: Uses, Tips and Tricks→

Why Disney’s PhotoPass Memory Maker Is SO Worth The Extra Money

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I can be a bit cheap. I don’t see the need for something new if you already have something tried and true at home, no matter how worn out it may be. I’ll hold onto purses and shoes for longer than is attractive. Just ask my daughter. And in the early days of PhotoPass, also known as Memory Maker, I struggled with the cost and if it was truly worth it. Now, we don’t take a Disney vacation without it. Here’s what you need to know… The family photographer (usually me) gets to prove they were on the vacation, too! Continue reading Why Disney’s PhotoPass Memory Maker Is SO Worth The Extra Money→

The Magic Of Disney’s Online Check-In

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Online Check-in at Walt Disney World resorts

You arrive at your resort and you want to hurry up and start the magic. But first you have to check-in. And if you are arriving during the busy season, there will probably be a wait. Have no fear! Online check-in is here! Online check-in is a fast, easy, free and convenient service that Disney offers all of their resort guests. And, you do it from the comfort of your kitchen table, comfy couch and in your PJs, if you so desire. The benefits include reduced time at the registration desk because you’ve already entered all of the necessary information from Continue reading The Magic Of Disney’s Online Check-In→

Favorite Disney World Tips To Make It Your Most Magical Yet!

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Even if you’ve been to Walt Disney World 50 times, there are always new tricks and tips to make your trip more magical! Read on for a few of my favs! Always, always, ALWAYS arrive at least 30 minutes before a park’s scheduled opening. This is probably the most valuable tip. The parks are much less crowded first thing in the morning and you can get a lot done in those first few hours. 2. Bring Ziploc bags in a variety of sizes. Our favorite use is for our cell phones in case we get caught in a thunderstorm or Continue reading Favorite Disney World Tips To Make It Your Most Magical Yet!→

The Ultimate Disney Shorthand Cheat Sheet

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If you’ve visited even just a few Disney fan sites you’ve probably run into our little secret language. We speak in code. Not because membership is restricted. Not because we’re secret agents working under cloak of internet for the Disney organization. We speak in code because it’s so much easier than spelling it out all of the time. “I recommend you ride the TTA while you wait for your BTMR FP and then head over to CRT for your ADR.” Now here, I’m assuming most people visiting me have limited knowledge of Walt Disney World and are coming here to learn. Continue reading The Ultimate Disney Shorthand Cheat Sheet→