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Cast Member's Corner: Lost Parents
If you’ve ever been to Walt Disney World in the middle of the summer you know it is a very busy place. Even when it is not summer, the parks can still be busy. Although this may not bother most kids it can make some parents nervous. ...
Disney Souvenirs: What’s the Deal with Disney Pin Collecting?
When we discovered pin collecting, we discovered a great way of keeping that Disney souvenir budget under control. Because pins are now our souvenir of choice, we are better able to plan our souvenir purchases and stick to a planned budget. We don’t get sidetracked, and don’t suffer “buyer’s remorse” ...
Dining at Disney: The Character Breakfast at Crystal Palace
A great Disney experience is booking a character breakfast to start the morning. Not only do the young ones love it, but I’ve had some adult friends that go on a regular basis without kids along.
Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Animal Kingdom
This is my next installment in this Eat This, Not That series, and I’ve found lots of great ways to save money on dining, but I was super surprised by just how much you can save in Animal Kingdom!!
Terrific Tuesdays: Epcot's China Pavilion
As we work our way through the World Showcase at Epcot, our next stop is China. Here you will find beautiful gardens and tranquil ponds scattered throughout the land. There is even a miniature version of the tomb of China's first emperor. The film Reflections of ...
When Should You Really, Really Stay at a Disney Resort?
While there are times when it may be in your best interest, financially, to stay off Disney World property, there are other times when you really, need to stay with Disney if possible, to get the most value out of your vacation dollars.
Thrifty Thursday: The Price is Right! How to Save on Airfare to Disney World
Getting to Disney World is a big part of the vacation budget. It's also the one that makes my stomach turn the most. I love to fly, but I detest the prices of airfare. The last time we went to Walt Disney World, we ended up paying ...
New Summer Savings Promotion!!
Now is the perfect time to plan a summer vacation your family will cherish forever. Save on stays most nights June 15 – Aug. 14, 2012. Great rates allow you to enjoy select Disney Value Resorts, Disney Moderate Resorts, Disney Deluxe Resorts and Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts.Terrific Tuesdays: Epcot’s China Pavilion
As we work our way through the World Showcase at Epcot, our next stop is China. Here you will find beautiful gardens and tranquil ponds scattered throughout the land. There is even a miniature version of the tomb of China’s first emperor. The film Reflections of China, is shown in a 360^ Circle Vision theater and shows the journey of the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China. Continue reading
Terrific Tuesdays: Exploring Mexico at Disney World
The Mexico Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase offers both indoor and outdoor experiences. The large pyramid is a model of the Aztec Temple of Quetzalcoatl in Teotihuacan, Mexico. Continue reading
Terrific Tuesdays: Discovering Epcot’s Norway
The Norway Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase welcomes you into another world, the historical world of Vikings. This country is the newest addition to the World Showcase and opened in 1988 and is located between Mexico and China. Within this pavilion, you will find a ride, a restaurant, beautiful gardens, architecture from a Scandinavian village and several shops. Continue reading
Terrific Tuesdays: Disney Shopping
One thing you have to leave with after your magical trip to Walt Disney World is a souvenir. Shopping experiences are plentiful at the parks, resorts and Downtown Disney. Continue reading
Terrific Tuesdays: Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show
The Lights, Motors, Actions! Extreme Stunt Show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a terrific experience. My family had always by-passed this thinking it wouldn’t be that great and would only take away from our “ride time”. On our last trip, however, as we were standing in line to get our FastPasses for Toy Story Midway Mania, Castmembers were handing out free Fastpasses to the show. Continue reading
