I am the first to admit, I am not a roller coaster fan – the thought of turning upside down and sudden drops absolutely scares me. That being said, I have ridden Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster three times (well technically twice, since once I actually took the “chicken walk”), and while it was fun, that is plenty for me! Read more
Disney Vacation Planning
Walt Disney World Resorts for Large(r) Families
Larger families often know the difficulties of finding accommodations when most hotel rooms are designed to accommodate a maximum of four people. Walt Disney World offers nearly two dozen hotels with a variety of accommodation styles at different price points, and there are many options for guests staying with five or more people. Read more
Exploring Disney: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

One of the newest additions to Hollywood Studios pays tribute to the mouse that started it all! Located in the renovated Chinese Theater, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is a one of a kind. Based on the recent award-winning Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts, this is a brand-new attraction unique to Walt Disney World Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios—and the first ride at any Disney park that stars Mickey Mouse and friends. Read more
Off to the Races at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
All of the resort hotels at Walt Disney World have unique themes and it is always fun to see how Disney incorporates the theme into the overall feeling of the resort. At Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, you don’t have to look far to see that the theme of this resort is horses and horse racing – specifically recalling the upscale peaceful ambiance of the resort town of Saratoga Springs, New York. Nods to horses and racing are evident everywhere, from the resort front desk and check in (The Carriage House), to the deluxe villa rooms, and even to the names of different sections of this large resort (Grandstand, Congress Park, Paddock, Carousel). Read more
Bucket List Dreams: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
We have always dreamed of staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but the price isn’t really in our budget. Why the “Poly” (as it’s lovingly referred to by Disney enthusiasts)? What’s not to love? Read more



