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Cast Member’s Corner: Lost Parents

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. ...

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Disney Souvenirs: What’s the Deal with Disney Pin Collecting?

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” ...

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Dining at Disney: The Character Breakfast at Crystal Palace

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.

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Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Animal Kingdom

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!!

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Terrific Tuesdays: Epcot’s China Pavilion

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 ...

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When Should You Really, Really Stay at a Disney Resort?

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.

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Thrifty Thursday: The Price is Right!  How to Save on Airfare to Disney World

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 ...

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New Summer Savings Promotion!!

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.

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Thrifty Thursday: Ready to Go to Disney

Brenda is on her way to Walt Disney World: Tis the day before leaving, I am checking my list
Combining Christmas and travel, hope there’s nothing I’ve missed
Our bags are packed and ready, I’ve stopped the mail and news
I have pen in hand and I’m checking off to-dos Continue reading

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Running With Disney: Less Than a Month to Go!

So my Disney trip countdown says 23 days! :) It’s hard to believe that by the time we actually get to Walt Disney World for our January trip, it will have been 367 days since we left…but who’s counting….. It’s been a crazy year for us, with trips planned and cancelled multiple times, but it looks like this one is actually going to happen! Continue reading

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What Do You Do When Your Disney Plans Go Haywire?

Our annual trips have been some of our best times together – quality, Disney time that is full of wonderful, magical memories. Last November, when we were at Walt Disney World for Thanksgiving, I was thinking about that very thing. Unbeknownst to me, this year would turn out to be “that year” when I would not have all my kids with me on our annual Disney trip. Continue reading

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Disney Fun From Around the World: Week of October 19, 2011

Greetings Disney Friends! Hope you have had a wonderful week! It’s time for your weekly Disney info-session….your favorite time of the week, right? :) Rachel has found some great blog posts for you this week, about all sorts of interesting and helpful Disney “stuff”. I’m sure you will enjoy them as much as I did! Continue reading

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Thrifty Thursday: A Magical Opening at the Magic Kingdom

One of the extra special offerings at the Magic Kingdom (free with your park pass, of course) is the Opening Ceremony. It’s the perfect start to a long-awaited Disney vacation and has all the makings for a magical day. When you are staying at a Disney resort, you get to go in an hour early after visiting this spectacular opening for early morning extra magic hours. So, plan to get up early during EMH and head to the Magic Kingdom; I promise you will not be sorry. Continue reading

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