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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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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

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The 2012 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

I’ve been outdoors, planting away in my yard, feeling somewhat inspired by my most recent trip a couple of weeks ago to Walt Disney World. From March 7 – May 20, the International Flower & Garden Festival is taking place. It is an annual spring event, held at the Epcot theme park (throughout both Future World and World Showcase), and is presented this year by HGTV Continue reading

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Thrifty Thursday: Hold the Guac

I’ve written about this on my own blog, but it bears repeating: I love San Angel Inn. The food is good, the atmosphere is transporting and the drinks are heavenly. But there’s a hidden fee here that thrifty Mouseketeers may want to avoid. Continue reading

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Quiet Spots at Disney World: Where to go When You Need a Break

Finding peace and quiet at Walt Disney World….sounds like “mission impossible” doesn’t it? Disney is many things, but for the majority of the day, the busy-ness and excitement of the resorts and theme parks create an energy….and the noise level to go along with it….that is the complete opposite of peaceful, or quiet. Continue reading

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Wordless Wednesday: Change Your Disney Perspective

It’s all how you look at things that can change an okay picture to a much more fun picture! This one for example was just a quick shot of a ceiling in China at The World Showcase in Epcot. Instead of just pointing and shooting, bending down to the floor allows you to capture much more of the ceiling and make for a pretty cool shot! Continue reading

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