Thrifty Thursday: Taking a Non Park Day

The parks at Walt Disney World are, for good reason, the focus of a Disney vacation, but going at full speed through your whole trip might mean that you’ll be worn out by the last day. Building a day off from the parks into your trip is often a good idea, particularly if you have children in your group and you’re staying for around a week or longer. You don’t have to buy park tickets for every day of your trip, so consider taking a day off at a more relaxing pace….it’s a great way to get more out of your Disney vacation dollars. Here are some ideas for planning a non-park day. Read more

Thrifty Thursday: Making the Most of Low Crowds

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

 Disney World Deliciousness: La Cava del Tequila

14324297_10153890263516662_1411459262741440763_oIf 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!

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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”? 

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