What You Need to Know About Character Dining at Walt Disney World Right Now

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As we’ve shared previously, while things are a bit “different” at Walt Disney World during this reopening phase since the pandemic closure, the Disney parks, resorts, and restaurants are committed to offering lots of Disney magic, within the health and safety guidelines. And while there are a number of policies in place for dining – that include limited character experiences – Guests who still want to dine with Mickey and some of his best friends, are still able to! So let’s chat about what you can expect when you go. Read more

Walt Disney World: Fun for All Ages

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A Walt Disney World Resort vacation is one for the ages … all ages. Multigenerational trips to The Most Magical Place on Earth are a great way to make lasting family memories for the young and old alike. Many families have traditions of visiting Walt Disney World with their children, so consider adding another layer of sentimentality by bringing your parents (and grandparents if you can) as well. How many generations of family members can you gather in front of Cinderella Castle for an epic photo opportunity? Read more

What You Need to Know About Disney’s Magical Express Right Now

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As Walt Disney World continues it’s phased reopening, while the magic is still there, some things are a bit different, especially if you have visited the parks and resorts in Florida previously. One of these is Disney’s Magical Express, the free transportation that Disney provides from/to Orlando International Airport for Disney resort guests.

First, let’s chat about what is NOT different. Read more

Exploring Disney: Back in Time With the Dinosaurs

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Are you ready for a secret mission? One that you may or may not return from? Are you brave enough to stand up to some scary dinosaurs – and bring one home with you? If so, then head over to DINOSAUR in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the ride of your life! Read more

See the USA: It’s Apple-Picking Time!

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When fall rolls around, visions of things like pumpkins (or pumpkin spice!), scarecrows, hayrides, and Halloween come to mind. If you’re like me, chances are that apples – and the associated apple pie, apple cider, apple crisp, apple strudel etc. – are also part of what makes autumn so special. In fact, a trip to your nearby apple orchard may be a time-honored tradition for your family. After all, there’s something distinctly “fall” about the fun of picking a bushel of apples on a crisp and sunny Saturday afternoon, followed by sampling cider and maybe even some local homemade baked goods.

You can certainly plan an enjoyable weekend outing to your local apple orchard, but why not plan a long(er) trip to an area where you can combine apple picking with other local sites and create an enjoyable mini-vacation in the process?  While there are thousands of apple orchards scattered throughout the United States, here are ten orchards that would all make a great excuse for a long weekend or vacation. Read more