Thrifty Thursday: Happy Thanksgiving Behind the Scenes!


Happy Thanksgiving! 

The holidays are upon us and Disney trips are more exciting when something new and different is added to the “gotta do” favorites.    Several of our writers have been discussing some tours we want to try.  Behind the scene tours are a great addition to scheduled activities at Disney World.  Read more

Christmas at Walt Disney World: Making a Magical Castle Even More Magical

There are many things about Disney World during the Christmas season that are amazing…and one of them is how Cinderella’s Castle is transformed into a breathtaking vision of icy splendor. Let’s take a look at how a magical castle becomes even more magical! Read more

Terrific Tuesdays: Holiday Attractions are Here! The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

I come from a family where Christmas means 3-5 decorated trees, loads of twinkle lights, both on the inside and outside of the house, and as much holiday cheer as one can imagine.  Oh and the gifts were always awesome and neatly wrapped under the tree.  So my love of holiday decorations is pretty much embedded in my DNA.  We saw Magic Kingdom last weekend which was pretty.  The castle sparkled like I’ve never seen it before but it didn’t compare to what we saw at Hollywood Studios!  Read more

Holiday Itineraries at Walt Disney World: Part One

The holidays at Walt Disney World are filled with so many special events, shows, and displays that experiencing them all nearly requires its own itinerary. Here are some of the fun, not-to-be-missed holiday events at Disney World, and some tips to fit them into your itinerary, because you do not want to miss all the holiday fun Disney has to offer! Read more

Using the Disability Access Service and FastPass Plus

 We just returned from an eventful trip to Walt Disney World using all sorts of new technology/systems and lucky for you I’m here to report on it.  My husband and I traveled with my mother-in-law and multiple disabilities special needs brother-in-law to Animal Kingdom Lodge- Kidani Village.   Honestly, we were not thrilled to find out that they were changing the Guest Assistance Program, AND that we were to be testing the Fastpass + system on our trip, but it actually worked out for us!  Read more