Disney Vacation Planning: ‘Tis the Season… or Not?

AoAWith vacation planning season upon us, there are so many decisions to be made! Where to stay, what to do, where to eat. But before you can do any of that, you have to decide WHEN.  Let’s explore some options and their implications. First, think the kind of experience you want to have: Read more

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Disney Vacation Planning: Hopping With Joy

14500439_10154575683609321_624651901793714022_oWith vacation planning season upon us, you are faced with so many decisions. Once you’ve decided where to go, many people think that’s the end of it. Even if you work with an experienced travel agent who specializes in Disney trips, it’s the opposite – now the fun really begins! Read more

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Disney Vacation Planning: Being Happy is More Important than Being Right

13226666_10154194234924321_2780352347797596846_nFor as long as I can remember, I have been a planner. So it goes without saying that the planning aspect of our Disney vacation is always one of my favorite parts. As a single parent, I’ve always been able to plan without having to consult anyone else – I chose which parks to visit and when, where to eat and what shows to see, based on what I knew the kids would enjoy. But as my kids grew older, they became more and more interested in having a say. Read more

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Disney Vacation Planning: Make it a Day of Yes

13179382_10154160104819321_5785300224975333124_nHave you read the Mom’s Guide to Making your Trip Smooth, Seamless and Stress-Free? No? Well let me assure you that while that may not be a real book, it can actually happen. Even with the fussiest kids, the most obnoxious tween or overtired toddler, it is possible! How, you ask?

Make every day of your vacation A DAY OF YES. Read more

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Disney Vacation Planning: A Single Mom’s Dream Vacation

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Oh no, not a black eye at Disney?!

I’ve been a single mom for most of my parenting life, so the idea of going on vacation “alone” with my kids isn’t scary to me. So when I hear, “You’re taking them to Disney – by yourself?”, my answer is always, “Of course, it’s easy!” Read more

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