Magically SpeakingBy Stephanie Rouse It’s your first full day at Walt Disney World. You made it to rope drop and you know you should be on a mission…whether it’s to Toy Story Midway Mania or heading for one of the mountains, the most popular rides get crowded quickly, so you must go. WAIT! Your little prince […]
By Teresa Pitman What is four and a half tons of food? Is it: a) The amount served at the Crystal Palace buffet in one meal or b) What I personally ate during last year’s “free dining” promotion? Neither one. Four and a half tons is the amount of food prepared daily for the animals […]
By Kate Abbott Anniversary trip to the Grand Californian: check. Spa gift certificate: check. Big baby and aching back: double check. It’s time to go to the spa! The timing was perfect: on our anniversary stay at the lovely Grand Californian, my husband and baby were going to spend the morning cruising around the theme […]
By Kristi Letsinger Although most people think of Walt Disney World as a fun escape from reality, it can also be a unique place for young people to learn more about themselves and subjects they care about. Disney World’s Youth Educations Series programs are a great way to immerse kids in the arts and humanities, […]
By Jane Jones I’ve celebrated my honeymoon, birthdays, anniversaries, and even First Communions at Walt Disney World. “What Will You Celebrate?” is the Disney parks’ and resorts’ theme this year, and for good reason. Everyone who visits has something to celebrate! We all love to wear those special buttons to show everyone why we’re vacationing […]
By Teresa Pitman Last December, I had the opportunity to interview some of the Disney Cast Members involved in animal care for a magazine article. It was a great experience (the highlight was riding the Kilimanjaro Safaris area in one of the keepers’ vehicles, going off the track, and getting close-up looks at many of […]