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Disney with Little Ones: Don’t Fear That Road Trip

Candice Disney Vacation Planning, Disney Vacation Tips, Disney World with Little Ones October 30, 2017October 25, 2017disney planning tips, disney vacation tips, disney world with little ones, driving to disney world, planning a disney vacation, tips for disney world with small children, traveling to disney world 0 Comment

Having a couple of boys, I get a little anxious if travel plans don’t go as smoothly as anticipated. Patience at these ages (okay, mine too) only lasts so long and car rides become really miserable for everyone when young children are unhappy or bored. Not so long ago we hesitantly made the decision to drive from Indiana to the Florida panhandle – a total of 11 hours drive time in normal traffic. Although this is still several hours from Disney World, I discovered that with some preparation, a lengthy drive is completely manageable. The experience gave me enough confidence to know that if we drive to Disney World for our next magical vacation, we will survive. Read more

Disney World with Little Ones: Saving For a Disney Vacation

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My husband and I generally stick to a budget, not only to manage our day-to-day spending, but also to save for other goals. Retirement. College for our little boys. Home improvements. The list goes on. Saving for vacations, and Disney vacations in particular, are a priority in our finances. Children are young for such a short time and little kids experience the magic unlike anyone else. Since becoming a mom, I’ve found nothing more shocking than how fast time gets away. I want to make lots of Disney memories with my family that we will all treasure forever. Read more

Dining at Disney World: Character Dining 411

Guest Dining at Walt Disney World, Disney Vacation Planning, Disney Vacation Tips, Disney World with Little Ones, What to Do at Disney World December 27, 2016December 26, 2016best character meals at disney world, dining at disney world, disney character meals, disney character meals and small children, disney with small children, disney world characters, disney world dining, disney world with little ones 0 Comment

Pluto — Photo via http://www.flickr.com/photos/princessashley/1546895098/

Character Dining is one of the most fun parts of a Disney vacation for many travelers. But with so many options, it can be hard to choose the one (or more!) that is right for your family. Read more

Disney with Little Ones: Considering Port Orleans Riverside

Candice Disney Vacation Planning, Disney Vacation Tips, Disney World with Little Ones November 28, 2016November 18, 2016best disney hotel for kids, best disney resort for small kids, disney port orleans riverside, disney with small children, disney world with little ones, small children at disney world, what is the best disney world hotel for kids 0 Comment

If you’ve been following along, you know that I’ve been researching moderate Walt Disney World Resorts. Last time, I took a closer look at Caribbean Beach Resort. This week my research takes me to Port Orleans Riverside. Port Orleans Riverside is adjacent to its sister resort, Port Orleans French Quarter, and is considered a Disney Springs area resort. Riverside is separated into 2 distinct sections – Alligator Bayou and Magnolia Bend – and you’re probably getting some imagery from these names already. The resort is themed after a marshy southern Louisiana town with crepe myrtles, azaleas, the Sassagoula River winding through the property, a history of alligator sightings, and plantation style architecture, just to name a few.

Disney with Little Ones: Considering Caribbean Beach Resort

Candice Disney Vacation Planning, Disney World Hotels, Disney World with Little Ones November 14, 2016November 11, 2016best disney hotel for kids, best disney resort for small kids, disney caribbean beach resort, disney with small children, disney world with little ones, small children at disney world, what is the best disney world hotel for kids 2 Comments

Caribbean Beach Resort Kiddie Pool — Photo via https://flic.kr/p/62jPjY

Being a budget-conscious young family, we’ve only ever considered staying in value resorts while visiting Walt Disney World. This time, I’m doing my research and planning to splurge on a moderate or deluxe resort during an off-season time, when (historically speaking) crowds are down and savings are at their peak. For our trip next September, it’s going to be H-O-T so I’m planning on fewer theme park days and more water park and resort pool days. The pools and water slides, transportation options, and the grounds/rooms themselves are all important factors in my choice. I’ve been digging into which moderate resort would suit us best – an active family of four with two little boys, ages 5 and 6. Today I’m looking closely at Caribbean Beach Resort. Read more