Planning a trip for a group of middle school students to Walt Disney World can be daunting. With that being said, it gets to be a little easier when you participate in a Youth Education Series (YES) program, as Disney tailors the trip specifically for each individual group. According to Disney, the YES Programs give…
Hollywood Studios From A-Z (Part 3)
We left off enjoying Italian at Mama Melrose’s. Now we’re ready to discover Narnia and find out about That BIG hat! Narnia Fans Unite Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian is not so much of a favorite of mine. But my husband likes it. Journey is a collection of movie props and video clips from the…
Transatlantic Cruise on the Disney Magic with Mic, Missy and Ross Day 1
Transatlantic Cruise on the Disney Magic May 2011 Cast of characters: Mic from The Magic for Less Travel Melissa, from The Mouse for Less list and of Minnesota mom’s runaway to WDW fame , one of Mic’s BFF’s Ross, Missy’s darling husband (aka DH) This was it, the day of our Transatlantic cruise. We…
Hollywood Studios From A-Z (Part 2)
Last time we talked Holly wood Studios, Dorthy found there was no place like home on The Great Movie Ride. Today we’ll learn what the Hall of Fame Plaza is and eat Italian at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano. Hall of Fame Plaza – Academy of Television Arts and Sciences This isn’t a big attraction. More…
Hollywood Studios From A-Z (Part 1)
This was by far the easiest park for me to write about so far because I love it so much. Our favorites today start with you American Idols and come to a complete stop at a really Great Movie Ride… American Idol Experience I really wasn’t sure how I’d feel about this the first time…
Evening EMHs in Animal Kingdom: We Miss You!
If you have never experienced evening Extra Magic Hours (EMHs) in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you have missed something special. Although Disney has not definitively stated that they will no longer offer evening EMHs for Animal Kingdom (AK), none are scheduled on the calendar through September http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/animal-kingdom/calendar/. The last evening EMH was this past February. EMHs,…
Free Food ?!?!?
Everyone loves food. Everyone loves saving money. So, who wouldn’t love free food? For the seventh consecutive year, the Walt Disney World Resort has released a Free Dining offer for guests. From now through August 27th, guests can book a Magic Your Way package with a FREE Disney Dining plan. As in previous years,…
Educational Opportunities at Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom can be considered the world’s greatest playground. Its impressive combination of storybook rides, beloved characters, enchanting shows, and delicious food make it possibly the most charming place on earth. Although “educational” is a word rarely used to describe this favorite recreational site, Magic Kingdom has much to offer both the eager – and…
Educational Opportunities at Walt Disney World: Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios is best known for its thrilling rides, amazing stunt shows, and an emphasis on some of the greatest movies ever made. Without a doubt, this park is both fun and engaging, but is it also educational? Yes! As a homeschooling family, we have found ways to make even Hollywood Studios a field trip!…
Educational Opportunities at Walt Disney World: Animal Kingdom
While almost every attraction at Epcot has some degree of learning material, Animal Kingdom is not far behind its neighboring park when it comes to school field trips. This larger than life “zoo” offers much to learn related to many living (and some no longer living) creatures. As a homeschool mom, I love that Animal…
Leave the Driving to Disney!
I don’t know about you, but I hate driving. My mother always taught me not to use the word hate, she says it is a strong word to use and I agree. I hate driving! So when I go to Disney World I am more than happy to stick the car keys in a dresser…
Educational Opportunities at Walt Disney World: Epcot
As a Disney fanatic and a mom who homeschools my three sons, I am well aware of the educational opportunities at Disney World. We plan special school assignments and projects in preparation for each trip to our favorite vacation destination. While in the World, the academics continue without any of us ever picking up a…