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
Dining at Disney World: What Has Two Ears and is Edible…….
As Disney fans we are trained to look for those “hidden Mickey’s” in our everyday lives that bring us a smile. However, being a foodie I especially like when it happens in the realm of food. When you are in Walt Disney World those two eared gems are sometimes more obvious and plentiful. Read more
Mouse Morsels: Disney News From Around the World
Mouse Morsels
Tidbits of Disney News just for you
Welcome to Mouse Morsels!! This is an exciting time at Disney World…as they made the switch from Halloween to Christmas! With holiday cheer in the air…Disney World has been transformed into a winter wonderland of magic!! And to help get everyone in the spirit…Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is just what the “Mouse” ordered! This exciting event runs on select nights at the Magic Kingdom from November 8th through December 20th from 7 to midnight with early admission at 4. A separate ticket will be needed to attend. What better way to get in the holiday mood than to snack on complimentary hot cocoa and cookies at special stations throughout the park while enjoying the sights and sounds of the holiday season? I’ve even heard that Santa Claus himself can be found in Town Square, so make sure your Christmas list is up to date! You can also join in the fun and wear your Glow with the Show Ears during the Celebrate the Magic Castle Projection Show as well as during the Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season Fireworks Show! And to top it off…there will even be a Magical SNOWFALL on Main Street U.S.A.!!! WOW…I’m ready to go…how about you???? Read more
Thrifty Thursday: Disney Resort vs. Non-Disney Resort
Over the last couple weeks in a couple Disney discussion forums, there has been a subjective and objective discussion of what is the best deal for the Disney experience ~ staying in an off-site hotel close to Disney World vs. staying on Disney Property, aka, staying on-site. So I was thinking this might be a great topic to cover here at Thrifty Thursday. This week, I’ll discuss the pros and cons of staying on-site vs. staying off-site. Read more
Magical Accommodations: Disability Access Service Card
Happy November everyone!
The holidays are quickly approaching and that means magical holiday fun at the Disney parks! If you are traveling to the parks this holiday season with a loved one with disabilities, it may be beneficial to know about the changes Disney has made to their assistance program.
The Guest Assistance Card (GAC) program Disney once offered has been updated to the new Disability Access Service (DAS) Card. The Disability Access Service Card program became effective on October 9th, 2013. Read more