A Boardwalk Villa There are many Disney Cast Members who band together to make your Disneyland, Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line vacations great. The ride operators, the transportation drivers, the waitstaff, the chefs, the animal trainers – the list goes on and on. But today I want to sing the praises of some…
Author: Kristina Valcarce
My first Walt Disney World vacation was in 1976, and my first Disneyland experience was in 1995, when I moved to Los Angeles. I am a bi-coastal Disney nerd and proud of it!
Should You Take a Last-Minute Trip to Walt Disney World?
Getting a last-minute hankering for the Haunted Mansion? Recently, a friend of mine from high school told me he was thinking of taking his family to Walt Disney World. It was May. He was thinking of going during summer vacation. My first reaction was a series of alarm bells going off in my head. I…
The Oogie Boogie Bash
Welcome to the Oogie Boogie Bash After years of hosting Halloween parties at Disneyland Park, this year Disneyland changed things up a bit. The Halloween parties this year are called The Oogie Boogie Bash, and they are being held at Disney California Adventure. Many facets of the party remain the same. It is a family-friendly,…
My Kid’s Walt Disney World Bucket List
This kid has been to Walt Disney World three times but she’s got a bucket list! The other day, I starting writing my blog post about my Walt Disney World bucket list. My daughter was sitting in the same room with me, and asked me if I wanted to hear her bucket list! Some of…
My Walt Disney World Bucket List
The Swan Hotel is on my bucket list! Walt Disney World is huge, and even though I’ve been visiting it since 1976, there is still a lot I haven’t done! I’ve been slowly and steadily crossing things off my Walt Disney World Bucket List, but there are still some things I haven’t gotten to! Still…
Walt Disney World Tips From Seniors For Seniors
Age doesn’t matter: Everyone is a kid at Walt Disney World! My parents are largely responsible for my love of Disney travel. They first took me and my little sister to Walt Disney World in 1976. And Disney has been our vacation of choice ever since then. It didn’t take my parents long to figure…
My Favorite Disney Roller Coasters
The Disney theme parks cannot really be compared to other amusement parks. While there are many amusement parks around the country that deliver big on thrills and excitement, Disney has always made sure that theming, attention to detail, and telling each guest a story is central to their theme parks. And that extends to their…
Why You Should Plan for a Non-Park Day
There’s so much to do at your resort! Let’s face it: A Walt Disney World vacation is a serious investment. When you factor in transportation, park tickets, lodging, food and the inevitable souvenirs, the cost of this vacation is not insignificant. So some people decide that it’s important to get the most out of their money…
Date Night at Disney
Disney travel can be romantic! There are some people who say that Disney travel is just for kids. Don’t believe the hype. Disney’s immersive theming, attention to detail and emphasis on excellent service means that Disney destinations are great for everyone. That includes those who are looking for a romantic evening out. Whether you’re on…
Meeting Anna and Elsa
The most famous Disney sisters of all! August 4th is National Sisters Day here in the United States, and it got me thinking about the times my family met some of the most famous Disney sisters of all: Anna and Elsa. We’ve been lucky enough to meet them in Disneyland, Walt Disney World and on…
The Science of Disney Imagineering: Trajectory
Learning about science using Disney rides? Yes, please! My daughter has told me for years that she wants to be a Disney Imagineer when she grows up. So when I found out there was a series of three DVDs that uses Disney Imagineering and theme park rides to explain and teach scientific concepts to kids,…
Disney’s Carrousels
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Walt Disney used to take his daughters to a merry-go-round in Griffith Park, in Southern California. He would watch them ride happily while he sat on a bench. He thought to himself, “If only there was a place where families could go where the kids and the adults could have fun…