Disney with Little Ones: February is (Mostly) Fantastic

11222382_10101976653143324_8925704033166866635_oHave you ever been to Walt Disney World during the month of February? It’s often regarded as one of the best times of the year to visit due to low crowds and deep discounts. While it’s true that the gap between off season and peak season continues to grow less and less significant, you can bet on better conditions any time school is in session.  Read more

Disney With Special Needs: The Aspie’s Guide to the Galaxy …. Or At Least Disney World

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Editor’s Note: I am delighted to welcome Taryn to The Affordable Mouse writer’s team. Experienced in planning Disney vacations for family that includes adults with a variety of special needs, ranging from Asperger’s Syndrome, to vegan dietary needs, to senior citizens, Taryn will be writing about Disney With Special Needs. We are honored to be able to share her expert advice! Read more

The Disney Experience Begins with a Good Plan

11232126_10153147612736234_8813154857012755124_nEditor’s Note: Please join me in welcoming Alysia to The Affordable Mouse writer’s team. With years of Disney vacation experience, Alysia will be sharing planning tips and ideas in the coming weeks. We are thrilled to have her join us! 🙂

In most cases, the best part of the vacation is well… the vacation itself. Maybe you’re used to booking a trip just weeks out from departure, or with a few clicks of the mouse, having your entire trip mapped out for you. Read more

Terrific Tuesday: Rainforest Cafe

12401874_10153382584291234_3968313757184831318_oOn a recent trip, we got caught in a slight rain shower as we exited Animal Kingdom. Not really feeling like getting wet, we ducked into Rainforest Cafe as we exited The Oasis. There is a convenient entrance into the restaurant to the right before you leave Animal Kingdom. Please note though – this is just another exit from the park, so you will need to re-enter the park just like the front entrance. Read more

Disney ABCs: What do All Those Abbreviations Mean??

11232126_10153147612736234_8813154857012755124_nAnyone who has spent any time at all reading Disney Facebook pages, blogs or message boards will surely appreciate the question I receive on a regular basis: “What do all the abbreviations mean?”

I remember how incredibly confusing it can be when you start researching Disney vacation planning online, and everyone starts talking Disney shorthand…… Sometimes you feel like you need a pocket translator nearby to decipher what everyone is talking about! Read more