Disney Vacation Planning: The Magic of Wishes Fireworks

11894460_10156176908990508_8056746843411564083_oIf you have been to the Disney parks before, then you’ve certainly seen the amazing fireworks at the different parks.  Each is unique and I love them all dearly but I have a soft spot in my heart for Wishes at the Magic Kingdom.  Having been a Cast Member, I was able to do crowd control during the fireworks.  I was lucky enough to be able to stand in front of the castle nightly to ensure guest safety and watch their faces during the fireworks.  I was able to tell guests exactly when that loveable pixie would fly through the air, where the next firework would go off, and all the words to the songs. 

A big question I got during my time working the fireworks was, “Where is the best place to watch the fireworks?”  Unlike most people, I don’t have a simple answer. Read more

Disney with Little Ones…REALLY, Really Little Ones!

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So maybe you planned a babymoon vacation – one last hurrah before baby is due – or maybe you made your vacation plans before you knew you were expecting. Either way, being pregnant at Disney World means a little extra planning and a lot of patience. Of course the experience will be different based on whether you already have little ones or if this is your last grown up Disney trip for a while. 

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Disney Vacation Planning: Help When You Need It

No one ever wants anything to happen on your Disney vacation, but the fact is that things happen, and generally when we least expect them.  So being prepared and knowledgeable of all the things that are available to you through Disney can help, if an emergency comes up. Disney is one of those places that is prepared for just about anything, including illness and accidents, no matter where you are in Walt Disney World. Read more

Thrifty Thursday: Ten Ways to Save Money on Your Disney Dining

food-2When it comes to planning a Disney vacation, the food part can “eat” up a lot of your budget (pun was totally intended 🙂 ). So with that in mind, let’s chat about some tips, ideas, and strategies that can help you save money on your Disney dining. In no particular order, here are 10 of my favorite ways to reduce your Disney food budget: Read more

Top Ten Disney Vacation Traditions

Does your family have special traditions when it comes to vacations?  We have a few things that we do every single time we go to Walt Disney World. I’d love to share them with you. Read more