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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: Surprises on the Great Movie Ride
It is hilarious to me how one can visit Walt Disney World every year and still be surprised by the goings on in the parks. Each time my family visits, we ride all of our favorite rides at each park; sometimes more than once. One of our favorites at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the Great Movie Ride. Continue reading
Tuesday Disney Tips: Choosing the Right Dining Plan for Your Trip
For several years we have been very thankful to enjoy free dining, but we have also purchased both the Quick Service and Plus Dining plans during some of our trips. Having experience with both plans, I thought I would talk to you guys today about some basic differences in these plans. I hope it might help you to choose the plan that will work best for you during your next trip to “the world.” Continue reading
Tuesday Disney Tips: Staying in the Magic
As I have said many times before, the magic of Disney lives on property – all over the property; and you can only experience the magic 24/7 if you are staying at an on-property resort. This mindset was reinforced last week when I stayed at the Port Orleans Riverside. I know that if you are planning your very first visit you might be thinking that you will have to stay off property in order to be able to afford the trip. I want to talk today about all the free extras that make Disney resorts worth looking into. Continue reading
Tuesday Disney Tips: Downtown Disney
We enjoy walking around the Downtown Disney area, receiving our free chocolate sample from Ghirardelli, spending time together, and people watching. There is a lot to do at Downtown Disney. First of all, it is a very large area which is divided into 3 sections: West Side, Pleasure Island, and Marketplace. I thought I would touch on each section just a little bit today. Continue reading
Tuesday Disney Tips: What’s In Your Disney Collection?
I know this seems strange as my Tuesday Disney Tip usually has a tip or two from me to you, but I am having the devil of a time trying to figure out about Disney collectibles and I really need your help. Continue reading
