One of the biggest budget-busters when it comes to Disney vacations are souvenirs….because there are just so darn many cute choices! And a lot of things that you (or your kids) will want are not cheap either, which means that giving in to “gottabuyit” means that you’re probably also giving in to spending more than you intended….and possibly lots more than you intended. Read more
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Wordless Wednesday: All Alone in the Parks
Are you looking for a great way to avoid the crowds? Set your alarms, and plan to be at the parks very early! Although you won’t be the only guest taking advantage of this time, it’s still fun to do! Not only does it get you first in line (if you walk briskly to the attraction of choice) but it also makes for the perfect picture taking opportunity! Bonus points if you make an early morning Advanced Dining Reservation at one of the in-park restaurants: empty parks for pictures PLUS a fun way to start your day!
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Karen grew up in the Boston area and traveled to Disney World many times with her parents and sister. Always staying at the Fort Wilderness Cabins gave the trips a feeling of a home away from home. It also started the tradition of attending the Hoop Dee Doo Review on each trip! Somehow that show sparked her interest in the Disney College Program. Which she did in the fall of 2002, working as a hostess @ Captain Jacks in Downtown Disney. Now as an adult, Karen finds herself traveling to the parks on a yearly basis! Photography has always been a hobby of Karen’s, but over the past few years it has become her passion. It’s even taken her to her favorite place! The Make a Wish Foundation sent a family to Disney for a week and Karen was lucky enough to be their photographer of choice! She got to tag along and photograph their memories being made. She hopes to get that experience again someday!
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Terrific Tuesdays: A Trip Through Hollywood on The Great Movie Ride
As you enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios you used to see the larger-than-life Sorcerer Mickey’s hat. That is now gone and once again you can see a full scale reproduction of Grauman’s Chinese Theater with The Great Movie Ride inside! Read more
Disney Vacation Planning: Hi Ho Hi Ho It’s Off To The Park We Go!
Having worked in Magic Kingdom, specifically in Fantasyland, I think it’s fair to say I’ve seen a lot of guests both young and old, both experienced and first time visitors. All of these guests have something in common though: they all wonder what are the best things to wear and pack for their visits to the park. Read more
Thrifty Thursday: Making the Most Out of the Disney Dining Plan!
My family loves the Disney Dining plan! We usually opt for the Magic your Way Plus Dining where you get one snack, one counter meal, and one sit down dinner for each person, every night you stay at the resort. We have found a way to get three full meals out of this meal plan, which is great because the way this plan is set up, it doesn’t account for 3 square meals. Read more