Thrifty Thursday: A New Disney Meet N Greet

We all know about the all-important and coveted Character Meet N Greets at the Disney parks. Volumes have been written, printed and noted about where each character can be found in order to make sure your child has the best opportunity for an autograph or a photo op with his or her favorite character. But there is a new kind of Meet N Greet that is also ultra-important and that can be a wonderful addition to your Disney vacation. Read more

Disney Vacation Planning: Debbie’s Favorite Tips

Welcome to another chapter of planning tips.  I have found making basic plans before leaving can make your trip a little less stressful.  Below are some of my favorite tips that have worked well through the years.  Disney is so large; it can overwhelm even the expert traveler.

Favorite Disney Travel Planning Tips (this is before you travel)

Plan * Plan * Plan!   These are some things that should be planned out several months in advance. Read more

Thrifty Thursday: Preparing the Disney Food Bucket List

There are so many things to do, see, ride and eat at Walt Disney World that no matter how many times you visit there are always new things to experience. Part of the fun of planning your trip is incorporating untried things into your itinerary.  For me, there are many foods I have yet to try, many of which are spoken about constantly on the Disney blogs, podcasts, and websites as people’s all time favorite things. So, I have formulated my Disney Bucket List of food items that I plan to partake in during my upcoming trips to Walt Disney World. I know there are many more favorites of Disney fans out there, and this list is certainly not all-inclusive. It’s just some of the ones I hope to try this year 🙂

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Tuesday Disney Tip: The REAL Cost of Free Dining

Here is our party of 10 enjoying free Thanksgiving dinner!

When Disney’s Free Dining offer came out last week, I couldn’t wait to book the special.  This will be the third year my family will be enjoying the free dining plan. If you have decided that free dining is the best deal for you as well, take note of these budgeting tips.

My daddy always said, “nothing is free.” Although it is hard to believe, the free dining plan is just that. The first time we took advantage of this program, I was very skeptical about what the meals would entail. Would we have to choose between two entrees, neither of which we liked? Would we get the entrée free, but have to pay for the sides? The answer is no! On the free dining plan, you will receive wonderful menu items with sides, desserts and drinks – and all for free. Read more

Disney Vacation Planning: Kelly’s Favorite Tips

Hello Affordable Mouse fans!! This month we are talking all about our favorite Disney Travel Tips. So grab an iced cold beverage and enjoy the ride as I take you on an inside look at how my family and I make our Walt Disney World vacations affordable and successful!

Favorite Disney Travel Planning Tips (this is before you travel)

I always say that planning your Walt Disney World vacation is an attraction in itself. Planning your trip is what starts to get you pumped for the day you depart.  It is VERY important to plan your trip in advance, especially if you are a new Disney traveler. Planning helps you budget better, get more bang for your buck and feel like you got the most for the money. Do you see a theme here? Money!!! Read more