Visiting during a slower time of year is a great way to avoid crowds and see and do more while in the parks. Does this mean, though, that you can toss the itinerary planning that so many Disney fans have encouraged you to do? Not at all – certainly you won’t need the same kind of rigid itinerary as a high-crowd period, but you should still plan an itinerary to make the most of your time. Here are some tips for planning during a low-crowd period. Read more
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Wordless Wednesday: Those Fun Disney Characters
Age doesn’t matter at Disney World. Five or forty five, meeting the characters is always fun. If you like a challenge, try getting a picture of just your favorite character in between other guests posing with them! Read more
Disney World Deliciousness: La Cava del Tequila
If you are “adulting” in the World Showcase at Epcot, don’t forget to stop by La Cava del Tequila for one of their delicious Margaritas!! This quaint little hideaway located in the Mexico Pavilion is definitely worth checking out if you are a lover of tequila. Read more
Disney with Little Ones: Water Park Fun… and More!

I haven’t quite booked our next Walt Disney World vacation yet, but I’m getting close and I am deep in the process of figuring out those big details…dates, resort, and ticket type. Since we are thinking about going in September next year, I’ve been thinking about the Water Park Fun & More option. The weather will still be blazing hot and it might be nice to spend more time in the water and off of the pavement. This Water Park Fun & More option has always been a little mysterious to me. It must be that vague “& More” add-on that throws me for a loop. What all is included in “More”?
Thrifty Thursday: Extra Magic Hours
When it comes to saving time at Walt Disney World, one of the best ways to do this is to take advantage of Disney’s Extra Magic Hours. If you are staying at a Disney resort during your Walt Disney World trip, then you will have the advantage of using Extra Magic Hours. These are extra hours available at various parks on certain days outside of regular opening and closing times. In the morning Disney resort guests can enter an hour earlier, and in the evening they can stay 2-3 hours after regular closing. Read more