Visiting Walt Disney World During Hurricane Season

Early September is one of my favorite times to visit Walt Disney World. But what about the fact that it’s hurricane season? Isn’t this a crazy time to plan a vacation? With Hurricane Dorian threatening the east coast, people are questioning their decisions to continue with their vacation plans. Some have cancelled. Some are taking their chances. But you can be sure of this. Disney is taking every precaution, every measure, every step to keep you safe. Hurricane season takes place June through November. Half of the year. So, avoiding your vacation during this time, especially if you have kids Continue reading Visiting Walt Disney World During Hurricane Season

To Use An Authorized Disney Vacation Planner…. Or Not?

Hi. I’m Maureen. And I am a control freak. (There. It’s out there. You all know my dirty, little secret.) I have planned vacations to Walt Disney World since the early ’80s. Oh, who am I kidding? I orchestrated trips earlier than that, dragging my family around from ride to ride because my parents knew I had studied and honed my skills since first visiting the park the year it opened. My grandparents took my sister and I, just months after the grand opening. And they stood there, befuddled with how to use the ticket books. We were wasting valuable ride time and Continue reading To Use An Authorized Disney Vacation Planner…. Or Not?