Can You Keep a Disney Vacation Secret?

Have you ever surprised your family with the announcement of a Disney World vacation? It can be an exciting way to share the big news as long as you keep these six things in mind. Read more

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Exploring Disney: EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth

The first thing you’ll see when you arrive at EPCOT, is what most people call the “golf-ball”. This always makes me smile, because the only thing about it that reminds me of a golf ball is that it is round and seems to sit up from the ground as if on a tee! This giant icon is actually made up of over 11,000 triangular tiles and is 180 feet tall – so it’s quite the “golf-ball” indeed! Read more

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Handling the Heat at Walt Disney World

Planning a summertime visit to Walt Disney World involves, in addition to the typical planning, giving some thought about – and planning for – the heat. We have visited in the summer, and by preparing as much as possible, we ended up having a wonderful, albeit sweaty, time. To ease any potential reader fears about whether or not a summer trip is doable, read on to find out what helped us the most. Read more

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(Back)Packing Light at the Disney Parks

It’s easy to let things escalate out of control when you’re beginning to pack for a trip to Disney World, but let’s slow down for a minute and talk a little bit about what you really need when you’re spending a day at the parks with children. Read more

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Exploring Disney: Canada Far and Wide

Oh Canada! What a lovely and fascinating country you are! Whether you have visited many times, or have always wanted to visit, the new movie “Canada Far and Wide” in Epcot’s World Showcase will provide you with a true appreciation for this lovely country. (And if you already live in Canada – lucky you!) Read more

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