Thursday Thoughts: There’s a New World Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

If you follow anything Disney parks related online – or have seen any of the Disney parks commercials on TV – you know that something new and really big is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in just a couple of weeks: Pandora – The World of Avatar. Read more

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Terrific Tuesdays: Is it Real or is it Disney-Made?

16487543_10154436163596234_1149501505731170487_oIf you have spent a lot of time in Walt Disney World or even read a lot about the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, you know that not everything you see or encounter is real, much of it is man-made. How else would incredible trees stand higher than most buildings in Florida and still have a theater below them or support the Swiss Family Robinson’s amazing home! Read more

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Terrific Tuesdays: Finding the Animals on Kilimanjaro Safari

14855955_10154117388141234_5636804395341491636_oMy husband commented on our last trip that he saw more animals on that trip then he had ever seen before. Reason? We went straight to Kilimanjaro Safari first thing in the morning. The air was cool and the animals were much more active than ever before. It did help that we visited Walt Disney World in November so the mornings were definitely cooler than in August or even September. Read more

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Terrific Tuesdays: Pangani Forest Exploration Trail

13122865_10153658505991234_5114808123450398467_oAfter exiting your “2-week” safari in the Harambe Reserve, be sure and take in the Pangani Forest Exploration Trail where you will find not only a very shaded walking trail, but also some very mid-mannered and funny kings of the jungle! These gorillas are quite amusing as they make their way thru the jungle and stop for the occasional drink in the nature brook. Read more

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Walt Disney World for Grown-Ups: What To Do at the Animal Kingdom

11219561_10153312232747488_4538843428383746113_oWalt Disney World isn’t just for kids, and our family of adults loves to enjoy the attractions and details of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Animal Kingdom has a combination of rides, shows, and animal attractions centered on a message of conservation. While it is often treated as a half-day park, the Animal Kingdom is worth a visit for its unique attractions. Read more

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