If I say Countdown to Extinction, do you know which ride I am referring to? When Animal Kingdom and Dinosaur first opened in April 1998, Dinosaur was called Countdown to Extinction. It stayed that until May of 2000 when it was changed to Dinosaur to coincide with the movie release of the same name, although the movie isn’t as intense as the ride itself. Read more
Disney Vacation Planning
Disney with Little Ones: Considering Caribbean Beach Resort
Being a budget-conscious young family, we’ve only ever considered staying in value resorts while visiting Walt Disney World. This time, I’m doing my research and planning to splurge on a moderate or deluxe resort during an off-season time, when (historically speaking) crowds are down and savings are at their peak. For our trip next September, it’s going to be H-O-T so I’m planning on fewer theme park days and more water park and resort pool days. The pools and water slides, transportation options, and the grounds/rooms themselves are all important factors in my choice. I’ve been digging into which moderate resort would suit us best – an active family of four with two little boys, ages 5 and 6. Today I’m looking closely at Caribbean Beach Resort. Read more
Disney Vacation Planning: ‘Tis the Season… or Not?
With vacation planning season upon us, there are so many decisions to be made! Where to stay, what to do, where to eat. But before you can do any of that, you have to decide WHEN. Let’s explore some options and their implications. First, think the kind of experience you want to have: Read more
Thrifty Thursday: Managing Crowds
We’re approaching the Holiday Season and one of Walt Disney World’s busiest times of year: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Visiting during Walt Disney World’s most crowded times of year presents challenges, but it’s not impossible. Here are a few itinerary tips for managing high crowds so that you make the most of your time during your visit. Read more
Terrific Tuesdays: Finding the Animals on Kilimanjaro Safari
My husband commented on our last trip that he saw more animals on that trip then he had ever seen before. Reason? We went straight to Kilimanjaro Safari first thing in the morning. The air was cool and the animals were much more active than ever before. It did help that we visited Walt Disney World in November so the mornings were definitely cooler than in August or even September. Read more