Exploring Disney: Time to Think Spring at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival

It’s March and it’s Spring right? Well when it comes to Disney, it nearly is: with the opening of Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival next week, Spring will truly be springing at Walt Disney World! Showcasing gorgeous flower displays and Disney character topiaries throughout the park, this is possibly the most beautiful time of year to visit Epcot. If you are visiting this year, you will want to plan plenty of time as there are a number of offerings at the Festival that have no cost beyond your park admission!
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Moving Forward at Epcot

One of the great things about the Disney parks is that things are always changing and there’s always something new. And as we head towards the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World in 2021, we are learning about some exciting changes coming to Epcot in the next couple of years! Read more

Character Dining Fun at Walt Disney World

If you have anyone in your family who really loves seeing specific characters or wants an up close experience with Mickey, the princesses, Chip and Dale, or any of the many other awesome characters, then you will want to check out the many character meal options available at Walt Disney World. While the character dining locations within the parks do require valid park admission, if you’re planning a character meal on a “non-park day, you’ll find that there are plenty of options available at the different Disney resort hotels. Read more

Exploring Disney: Miniature Golf Fun

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When I was growing up, vacations (and even fun family days in our hometown) often included a few rounds of miniature golf. I have so many wonderful memories of enjoying friendly competition on those whimsically themed putt-putt courses. Miniature golf may not come to mind when you are planning a Walt Disney World vacation, but did you know that there are 2 separate courses on Walt Disney World property?  Read more

Disney Quick Service Dining is More Than Chicken Nuggets

Walt Disney World has so many quick service locations, that it would take forever to actually name them all. And the variety of food available ranges from chicken nuggets to lamb shawarma in Morocco. (But don’t worry, even the most exotic quick service locations have nuggets and hamburgers for the youngest members of your party.)

Many people think that the food at Walt Disney World is similar to most amusement parks – and nothing could be further from the truth! While, yes, you can find hot dogs, hamburgers, nuggets, fries and your normal American cuisine, you can also find food from all over the world – you just have to decide on what you want! Below are just a few favorites.  Read more