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2016 December, 16

5 Reasons to Stay at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

2023-10-04T17:53:55-04:00December 16, 2016|Epcot|

There are so many resorts to choose from at Walt Disney World! There are 3 levels of resorts- Value, Moderate, and Deluxe. How do you choose? You have to decide what is important to you and what your budget will allow. I say that if you can make a Deluxe Resort fit into your budget, you should choose one of those. And Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is one of the best choices because of the following 5 reasons: Nautical Theme- You can delight in this New England Yacht Club styled resort. There are ship models, steering wheels from ships, and [...]

2016 December, 14

Beyond the Autograph Book

2016-12-14T06:00:10-05:00December 14, 2016|Disney Travel|

  No matter where the destination, one essential tool for each Disney vacation is something for your favorite characters to sign. While the gift stores offer many standard autograph books, I found myself trying to think of something different so we didn’t have an entire shelf devoted to them. So like many Moms I went to my two favorite sites: Etsy and Pinterest and here are few ideas we’ve personally tried! Picture frame mat I purchased at our local Hobby Lobby.   Because it is stiff the characters had no problem holding and signing it, just make sure you get a [...]

2016 December, 12

What Age Should You Take Your Kids To Disney?

2023-10-30T16:49:14-04:00December 12, 2016|Disney Travel|

  One question that I get asked frequently when discussing Disney vacations is, “What’s a good age to take my kids to Disney?” and I’m here to break down that answer for you. The one thing to remember is all families are different; they vary in size, income, and ages. I know, the idea of taking a newborn, a toddler, a kindergartner, a twelve year old or even a sixteen year old to Disney sounds challenging, but I’m here to tell you that no age is going to be easier than another. But the answer to this question is simple [...]

2016 December, 9

Saratoga Springs with Kids

2023-10-04T17:48:26-04:00December 9, 2016|Disney Travel|

Saratoga Springs often gets overlooked as a great resort to stay in because it is a couple minutes farther from the parks. In my opinion, there are more pros than cons and what is five more minutes of a drive or bus ride? Here are some reasons why Saratoga Springs is a great place to stay with kids   1.) Pools: There are several pools at Saratoga Springs, but our favorite was the pool in the Paddock section. There is a zero entry pool with a great big waterslide, and our favorite, a separate toddler play area that was totally [...]

2016 December, 7

Which Good Neighbor Hotel is best for you?

2016-12-07T06:00:55-05:00December 7, 2016|Disneyland|

Are you traveling to Disneyland or California Adventure theme parks soon and are you trying to find the best place for you to stay? If there are no rooms available at one of the fabulous Disney Hotels: Paradise Pier, Disneyland Hotel, or Californian Grand, then a good neighbor hotel is the next best choice. There are over 40 good neighbor hotels that offer award winning accommodations, complimentary food, secure parking; some also offer free parking, and many offer the convenience of being located within walking distance to Disneyland and California Adventure Parks. A good neighbor hotel is a hotel that [...]

2016 December, 5

12 Holiday Activities for Your Winter Disney World Vacation

2023-10-04T17:48:38-04:00December 5, 2016|Disney Travel|

Do you have a holiday vacation planned to Walt Disney World? First, man you are lucky! Secondly make sure to add some of these holiday activities to your tip! Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood and Vine! From November 7th until January 6th join Minnie and friends for a festive holiday dinner party. Delicious food and characters in their holiday finery do not disappoint! Holidays Around the World at Epcot! Partake in the food, music, and holiday celebrations of the counties located in the World Showcase! There is even a nightly visit from Santa! Candlelight Processional! You have never heard the [...]

2016 December, 1

Holiday Magic at Disney Springs

2023-10-04T17:50:38-04:00December 1, 2016|Disney Springs|

    There is nothing more magical than Walt Disney World during the holiday season! There are so many wonderful things to do and see at the theme parks, it is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. If you are wondering what to do when you are not visiting a park, let me share some of the magical happenings you can enjoy at Disney Springs during this holiday season! First, you must take a stroll through the Christmas Tree Trail, new to Disney Springs this year. Stop by Starbucks for a peppermint mocha or hot chocolate to sip [...]

2016 November, 29

Don’t Make these 5 Fastpass+ mistakes!

2016-11-29T06:00:52-05:00November 29, 2016|Disney Travel|

Fastpasses are a great way to enjoy Walt Disney World at a faster pace without having to stand in as many lines. There are many tips and tricks that will help you know what you SHOULD do with your fastpasses, but here are five things you SHOULDN’T do. Make sure not to make these mistakes on your next vacation! 1.) Not making them at all/soon enough: If you are a guest at a Walt Disney World Resort, you are able to make three fastpass+ selections for each vacation day up to 60 days prior to your arrival date. I highly [...]

2016 November, 22

Once Upon a Dream…. In Disneyland Paris

2023-10-04T17:47:23-04:00November 22, 2016|Disney Travel|

I felt like Aurora! Disneyland Paris was a beautiful Dream! Tucked just outside the city, Disneyland Paris has two theme parks just waiting to whisk you away into the Magical World of Disney! Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios bring the best of Disney’s American parks to Europe with a Parisian Twist! Next year will be their 25th Birthday and you MUST SEE these attractions! Disneyland Park Sleeping Beauty’s Castle At the heart of Fantasyland stands Sleeping Beauty’s Castle! Just gorgeous! And a hidden gem to this Castle? Maleficent’s Dragon is in the basement! But… there’s more… Disney Dreams Nighttime [...]

2016 November, 17

Boatwright’s Dining Hall – A Disney Dining Hidden Gem

2016-11-17T06:00:32-05:00November 17, 2016|Disney Springs, Disney World|

One of the many great things about staying at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside resort is the boat to Disney Springs where you will find dozens of dining options. But you don’t have to leave the resort to find one of the hidden gems of Disney dining – Boatwright’s Dining Hall. While most Disney restaurants require advanced reservations you’ll often find availability here on a walk-up basis. Anyone can dine at Boatwright’s but you’ll find it most convenient for those staying at Port Orleans Riverside or Port Orleans French Quarter. Located along the Sassagoula River, Boatwright’s Dining Hall tells the story [...]

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