Affordable Disney: Savings Strategies for Souvenirs

When planning your Walt Disney World be sure to include a budget for souvenirs! As many times as we have visited, I still cannot resist coming home with some kind of memento of our wonderful Disney vacation. Budgeting for souvenirs can get challenging though, especially with children, but I have a few money-saving tips that will help make the souvenir dollars stretch a bit further – for kids as well as grownups!  Read more

Exploring Disney: i’ve conquered it’s a small world

I’ve been in a pretty contemplative mood recently. I’ve been thinking a lot about life, and about the world around us. I’ve come to a few realizations that have really sunken in as I’ve gotten older.

It’s a world of laughter.

It’s a world of tears.

It’s a world of hopes.

It’s a world of fears.

There’s so much that we share,

That it’s time we’re aware

It’s a small world after all. Read more

Affordable Disney: Souvenir Buying Strategies

If there is one thing you will find an abundance of at Walt Disney World, it is souvenirs! You find them everywhere; as you walk down Main Street, at the end of every attraction or show, walking through the countries in EPCOT, seeing the animals in Animal Kingdom, etc. All you have to do is look around. It can be overwhelming in a hurry, especially for kids. Having a basic plan before arriving can help with both the spending as well as, believe it or not, your time. Because how much time on your vacation do you really want to devote to shopping? Here are a few things to consider before you arrive for your vacation. Read more

Exploring Disney: Happy HalloWishes!!

There’s nothing like Halloween at Disney World. I love Halloween no matter where I am, but there’s something extra special about this time of year in the Most Magical Place on Earth. If you’ve been with me for a while, you know it’s so special to me I spent my anniversary (the day before Halloween) in Disney a couple of years ago. There are many things about autumn in the parks that are indescribably wonderful, but one that never fails to give me chills is the special Halloween-themed fireworks at the Magic Kingdom. Read more

Fun (and Free) Disney World Resort Activities

Walt Disney World’s on-site resorts are great complements to a Walt Disney World vacation, with great theming, fun pools, and even extra activities available to resort guests – and many of these activities are free! Check out some extra fun stuff you can do at your Walt Disney World resort. Read more