Exploring Disney: The Galaxy Awaits on Millennium Falcon – Smuggler’s Run

I hear you. You’re not a huge Star Wars fan, and you don’t know a wookie from an ewok. And that’s ok, because whether you love everything about Star Wars and literally can’t wait to experience a galaxy far, far away, or you’re kind of “meh” about the entire thing – the new Galaxy’s Edge part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is super cool, even for non-fans. And the Millennium Falcon – Smuggler’s Run, is one of the best parts. Read more

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Keeping Your Disney Cool When the Temperature Isn’t

It’s summer and that means it’s HOT at Walt Disney World. So if you are planning a Disney vacation in Florida over the next few months (or really any time from May-October), you will want to plan for the weather – because nothing takes the magic out of Disney quicker than a group of hot, sticky, cranky people (and other people aren’t so pleasant either). 🙂  Fortunately, there are lots of ways to keep your cool. Here are some of our family’s favorite heat-coping strategies.

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Exploring Disney: A Hidden Gem That is Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival

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The Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival is a true hidden gem that we stumbled across a couple of years ago. We were looking for someplace to occupy the kids for a few minutes in EPCOT, and allow us a break before tackling World Showcase. What a pleasant and fun surprise!  Read more

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Exploring Disney: EPCOT’s The American Adventure

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Located in the American Pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase, you will find a production unlike any other. This show – The American Adventure – features 35 Audio-Animatronics figures and a 72-foot screen depicting America’s history. You can see firsthand how the story of the U.S. began along with the struggles, the victories and the people who contributed to this amazing story. Read more

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