Category Archives: General Tips

The Perfect Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World

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So, you want to know the perfect age to take your children to Walt Disney World because you don’t want to miss that perfect window of opportunity or waste money on a vacation they may not remember. People ask me all the time, “What is the perfect age to take our kids to Walt Disney World?” And I say, “Six.” Six is perfect. She still loves princesses and not afraid to meet one. He can join in the swashbuckling fun of playing pirate with Captain Jack Sparrow. They can ride Toy Story Mania and Haunted Mansion for the perfect kid-sized Continue reading The Perfect Age To Take Your Child To Walt Disney World→

9 Ways To Make Sure Your Large Party Has A Magical Time!

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Walt Disney World is the perfect place for a family reunion or for a few families in your neighborhood to meet for a magical time. There’s something for all ages, making it the most popular vacation destination in the world with 52 million visitors each year. But how to coordinate such an endeavor? Follow these simple steps! Pick A Team Captain – If you’re reading this post, I’m going to assume that you’ll make the perfect team captain. Every large group needs a leader and because you’re the Disney enthusiast it should be you! One person to organize and pull all Continue reading 9 Ways To Make Sure Your Large Party Has A Magical Time!→

How To Miss All The Fun On Your Walt Disney World Vacation

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1. Sleep In. The best way to avoid lines and the (sometimes) oppressive Florida heat is to arrive at the park at least 30 minutes before the park opens. You can get so much done in the first few hours that the parks are open. 2. Or Go To Bed Early. I know. After waking up early to beat the crowds, going to bed early sounds great. But you’re on vacation. Sleeping is for lazy weekends at home. But if you must (and I admit, I must) get your sleep, be sure to plan for a few late nights. Riding Splash Continue reading How To Miss All The Fun On Your Walt Disney World Vacation→

The Magic Of Extra Magic Hours

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One of the best benefits when staying on-property is the access to Extra Magic Hours. Any guest staying at a Walt Disney World resort, with valid theme park tickets, can take advantage of Extra Magic Hours (EMH). These extra hours allow access to the parks when regular guests must wait or go home, depending on when the EMH are in place for that particular park. Times vary;  always check the official online calendar during your planning stages, or in your information packet when you arrive at the resort. As stated above, times that the parks are open these extra hours will Continue reading The Magic Of Extra Magic Hours→

Avoid Rookie Mistakes With Tried And True Tips For Walt Disney World

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In a recent conversation with my daughter, we were reminiscing about trips to Walt Disney World. (She is currently 22……oh, how time flies!) I asked her to tell me her favorite memories. While musing about this trip and that, she suddenly remembered going with her school to sing at EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional and she exclaimed, “Oh, here’s one. Don’t go with your school!” As I started typing, she screamed, “No, Mom! Don’t write that. That’s not what I meant. But you know what? That trip was a textbook case of what not to do.” There are many schools that do Disney right. Continue reading Avoid Rookie Mistakes With Tried And True Tips For Walt Disney World→

How To Lose Wait At Walt Disney World: In Line, That Is!

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There is nothing worse. You plan, plan and plan some more. The kids are excited. No one can sleep on the nights before your trip. You arrive at Walt Disney World, raring to go, only to have to wait. And wait. And wait. And wait again. It seems like the whole trip has been hurry up and wait and now it’s time to go home. All this money, time and energy spent and you feel like all you’ve done is wait in line. Fear not! This primer will share with you the best tricks of the trade so you can Continue reading How To Lose Wait At Walt Disney World: In Line, That Is!→

Surviving The Summer Heat At Walt Disney World

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Surviving the summer heat at Walt Disney World

1. Mid-day is the perfect time for a dip in the resort pool or a nap in the AC. But, it’s also a time when Mother Nature provides unlimited FastPasses. Rainstorms are prevalent in the Florida and you’ll need to plan your time accordingly. If there is no lightening, rides will still be operational and lines will be short as most everyone else will run for cover, typically choosing to call it a day. But if you’ve already had enough of the crowds, go to the pool or take a nap. By all means. You can go out again as the evening Continue reading Surviving The Summer Heat At Walt Disney World→

10 Things A Disney Nut Does Better

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There are a lot of us out there. Certified Disney Nuts. You can tell by our Disney license plates, Disney t-shirts,  and the Mickey Ears we wear outside of the parks. You’ll catch us humming It’s A Small World or Let It Go and we don’t even know we’re doing it. And if you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World, you’ll want to invite the Disney Nut in your life to dinner. Pick their brain. Get them talking about the place they call home. Because there are a lot of things a Disney Nut does better. 1. We know the best Continue reading 10 Things A Disney Nut Does Better→

Magical Tips For A Magical Vacation

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Even if you’ve been to Walt Disney World 50 times, there are always new tricks to learn 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. The parks are much less crowded first thing in the morning and you can get a lot done in those first few hours. When crowds begin to thicken, have lunch, shop or go back to your resort for a swim or nap. Late in the afternoon visit another park (or the same one) refreshed and with Continue reading Magical Tips For A Magical Vacation→

Walt Disney First Timer Do’s and Don’ts

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Do's and Don'ts for Disney World First Timers

DO make your reservations early. You can make dining reservations 180 days before your first day. If you’d like to eat at Cinderella’s Castle or at the newest sit-down dining experience at Magic Kingdom, Be Our Guest, you must make advanced dining reservations. I know. One hundred and eighty days sounds crazy. But Disney World’s popularity gets crazier and crazier every year. DON’T plan every minute of every day. Sketch out a basic plan, that includes your dining must-dos, and then enjoy a few “spontaneous” afternoons or mornings. Some of the best memories are created when you take the time Continue reading Walt Disney First Timer Do’s and Don’ts→