Relaxation and Disney Fun by the Pool!

Relax…at Disney World? That’s an oxymoron, right? When friends and family ask for my advice when planning their vacations, I always put rest days at the top of my list of recommendations. It’s hard to resist the urge to go, go, go every day but if you are traveling with children, it’s important for them have some down time, physically and mentally. Disney World can be very exciting and overstimulating. Rest days are nice for the caregivers as well. Aside from taking some time to rejuvenate, I have to say that when we talk about our favorite memories from past trips, spending time at the pool is something my kids always bring up. Read more

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Disney With Kids: What is the Best Age to Visit?

15585450_10102528126875544_4396531452805990858_oSo, you’re contemplating taking the kids on their first trip to Walt Disney World. It’s can quickly become overwhelming when you start researching and bring up a lot of questions. For example, “What’s the right age to take your kids to Disney World?” Well, that’s complicated. When people ask me this question, I counter with a host of other questions to help me best help them. Read more

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Saving Time and Adding Magic with Disney’s Rider Switch

Have you ever wondered how your family would ride the rides at Walt Disney World if your kids don’t meet the height requirements or they just don’t want to ride?  Well, never fear…Rider Switch (sometimes also known as Child Swap) is here!! This wonderful option for families solves that problem. Read more

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Disney with Kids: Taking Tweens

Disney World has something for guests of every age, and families with tween-agers are no different. What’s a tween-ager?  Tweens are kids who aren’t quite little anymore but they’re not big yet either. Maybe too cool to run up and hug Mickey but not too cool to fight Darth Vader. Sound familiar? Read more

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Disney with Kids – on a Budget!

It’s no secret that a Disney World vacation can be pricey. Maybe the secret is that you CAN actually go to Disney on a budget. If the desire and a little discipline are there, it’s a very real possibility for most families. Vacation costs can add up quickly anywhere you go but I’ve never regretted money spent on memories made and my memories are just as magical regardless of whether our trips were “budget” or not. Read more

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