Disney with Special Needs: Finding Your Comfort Zone

12615385_924671714288298_8167250148234695019_oYou have made it down Main Street! There’s nothing more exciting than those first few moments in the Magic Kingdom – except, of course, actually getting all the way into the park and being able to enjoy the attractions. Since you embarked on your own little virtual vacation before you left, you are already pretty familiar with the rides and other experiences, but nothing compares to actually climbing aboard an experiencing it for yourself. This is the spectacular experience that you have been waiting for – but that doesn’t mean that you aren’t going to hit some rough patches. Read more

Thrifty Thursday: Having S’more Fun at Disney Resorts

Where to stay is always a big decision when going on vacation. I have always been one to stay in a less expensive hotel off site. I will be at the Disney parks all day so I don’t need anything fancy. After all, a bed is a bed, right? Read more

Wordless Wednesday: Loving the Land

One of my goals on my visits to Walt Disney World is to notice the details. Some are small, and some are pretty big…but fun, beautiful, and interesting details are everywhere at the Disney parks. A favorite of mine is the mosaic leading into the Land Pavilion at Epcot; it is just beautiful! The next time you head over to Soarin’, take a few minutes to check this out first! Read more

Terrific Tuesdays: The Barnstormer

 

Goofy’s Barnstormer holds a special place in our family’s hearts.  My husband and I are both avid roller coaster fans – when we used to come to Disney pre-kid, we would literally go from park to park and just ride the coasters and thrill rides.  Over and over.  Until we couldn’t take any more.  It was just one way we enjoyed the magic.  We hoped that when we had kids, our children would love roller coasters too (especially since we were both terrified as children!).  Well, The Barnstormer has officially now been the first roller coaster ride for both of our children, and I’m happy to say, to rave reviews! Read more

Favorite Universal Orlando Quick-Service Restaurants

11118812_10153934197137488_127766422705606717_oYou can’t conquer Universal Orlando Resort’s two parks on an empty stomach – thankfully, there are plenty of quick-service options for you to grab a meal in between rides and shows. Here are five of my favorite quick-service restaurants at Universal Orlando. Read more