Part 2: The Solo Trip Early park time My first solo park day started at Animal Kingdom. Since I was offsight, I couldn’t get my FastPass selections until 30 days out. Flight of Passage FastPasses were long gone by that time, so my best option was to “rope drop” that park. I wanted to get…
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5 Ways to Have an Extra Magical Character Greeting at a Disney Park
Meeting a character is one of the most magical things you can do at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Of course, getting a hug and snapping a picture are the quintessential things to do, but what if I told you there are things you can do to get a longer, more magical character experience? You…
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Disney’s Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour: A Review
I’ve been to Walt Disney World hundreds of times, know the attractions and parks like the back of my hand, and feel that the Magic Kingdom is my second home. I’m always looking for new, unique experiences and opportunities to learn more about Walt Disney World, and WDW tours are a great way to do…
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Walt Disney World Vegetarian Dining for $33 a Day – Magic Kingdom Edition
One of the most memorable aspects of any Disney trip is the food. We book our dining 6 months in advance and threaten to riot if our favorite menu item disappears. As Disney fans, we love food. But here at The Mouse for Less we also love saving on our trips, and food is a…
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Walt Disney World Dining for $37 a Day-Magic Kingdom Edition
Disney World Dining for $37 a Day Magic Kingdom Edition The love for Disney and the love for great food almost go hand-in-hand, don’t they? Who can plan for a day at one of the parks without thinking about which tasty treat you’ll indulge in along the way? If you think I’m going on a…
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The Magic of a Disney Starbucks Drink at the Disney Parks
In general, many see Starbucks as a treat in their normal routine. Be it a daily, must-have stop for you, or a treat for an extra special day. So, getting a Starbucks drink inside of the Disney theme parks is about as magical as a cup of coffee or tea gets. My go-to is…
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Locals Guide to Keeping the Disney World Magic Alive
The problem with being a Central Florida resident and a Disney Parks fan is that from time to time your experience may get rather dry. After a while, riding the same attractions, visiting the same restaurants, and watching the same shows can get old and boring. I hear it frequently on message boards and podcasts…
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Live Entertainment at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
It is impossible to take in all the live entertainment at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in a single day. To experience both the attractions and the live entertainment, guests should allocate at least two days to spend in this park. Following is a short list of daily events, all included in your park admission: The afternoon…
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Celebrating Christmas at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
With more than 1,300 decorated trees and 8.5 million lights strung throughout Walt Disney World, it is not difficult to get into the spirit of the season at the Kingdom of the Mouse. There is so much to see! Christmas experiences await at every park and resort. The Magic Kingdom is decorated to the…
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The Magical Music of Main Street at Disneyland
For Disney fans, it is a phrase almost as evocative as any other – Main Street, U.S.A. This first of the “lands” in many Disney parks, Main Street serves as a conduit, not just physically but emotionally. The sites, smells, and overall experience help transport any visitor into the magic that is their day at…
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A Review of Disney’s Family Magic Tour
Have you heard of Disney’s Family Magic Tour? It is a scavenger hunt tour that runs daily at 10 a.m. in the Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The cost is $39 per person (in addition to your park admission). Wondered if it would be fun for your family? I am here to say yes, yes,…
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Finding Disney’s Magical Express at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Finding Disney’s Magical Express at Orlando International Airport (MCO) can be challenging. In four years, my family has visited Walt Disney World five times, and it never fails us to have trouble finding the terminal where Magical Express is located! Maybe I’m just directionally-challenged, but I think it is worth going over finding Magical Express…