Exploring Disney: it’s a small world

It’s a small world is a classic attraction in Magic Kingdom that has been around since Walt Disney World opened in 1971. It was originally built for the 1964 World’s Fair and was duplicated in Disneyland and then again at Walt Disney World.  Read more

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Mobility in Mouseland: Scooter Rentals Save the Day

Hello Disney Fans! As you all know, there is a LOT of walking when you go to Walt Disney World! Last year we walked over 9 miles on our first day alone!  But when you have mobility issues, that’s another story! Read more

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Experiencing the World in Epcot’s World Showcase

In the last few months we have discussed a number of “favorite” rides and attractions – for kids of all ages – at Walt Disney World. However, in doing this I purposely omitted anything about Epcot’s World Showcase because to me, World Showcase is a hidden jewel and so deserves a couple of blog articles all it’s own!  There is so much to do, see, try, taste and experience around this “World”, so let’s explore a little deeper into my World Showcase over the next couple of weeks. Today, we are going to walk across the bridge into this area and go to the right, where will find our first country.  Read more

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Exploring Disney: 10 Fun “Other” Things To Do at Disney World

While it’s tempting to just go, go, go on your Disney vacation, it’s a good idea to take a day {or morning or evening} to rest so that you can recharge yourself and your family.  Or, you may not want to go into the parks the day you arrive or the day you leave, but you need something to do.  Here are 10 fun yet relaxing things you can do to fill your time, whether you have just a few hours or an entire day. And (excepting the last one), they don’t require park tickets, so are cost effective ways to add value to your trip! Read more

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Exploring Disney: JAMMin’ at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival

Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival is in full swing and if you have never visited Disney World during this time of the year, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. Well, lots of deliciousness to start. Plus there’s wine. 🙂 You can also learn a great deal from the many seminars and demonstrations. You can rock with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series.

And there’s other entertainment too. Allow me to introduce the JAMMin’ Chefs.

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