Yes, I did start a Disney Cruise Line post with Cinderella’s Castle. You know why? It’s because Cinderella’s Castle and Sleeping Beauty’s Castle are in my comfort zone, personally. I have to confess that I haven’t been on a Disney Cruise. I do know a lot about them, but I actually haven’t stepped foot on…
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Movie Review: The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Based on Victor Hugo’s 1831 novel of the same name, The Hunchback of Notre Dame was released on June 21, 1996. The film, which is 91 minutes in length, was the 34th full-length animated feature in Disney history. Plot Summary As was well put by the film’s gypsy narrator, Clopin, The Hunchback of Notre Dame…
Raglan Road Review
Downtown Disney is home to dozens of restaurants. Trying to decide on one can be a little overwhelming; but if you are looking for savory food, fun atmosphere, and incredible service, look no further than Raglan Road. Disney invites you to “indulge your tastes in hearty meals, cold pints, and nightly entertainment.” One of the…
Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
By Teresa Pitman You know that Walt Disney loved trains, so you’re not surprised to discover one in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But this is really one of the oddest trains you’ve ever seen. How many trains have seats facing sideways? The Wildlife Express does. Climb aboard and take your seat (the nicely themed station is…
Choosing the Perfect Disney Resort
“Choosing for Perfect Disney Resort” What a misleading title, huh? What might be perfect for me might not be be perfect for you. Come to think about it… What might be perfect for me on my last trip might not be perfect for my next trip. We put a lot of thought into making our…
Planning a First Trip to Walt Disney World
My husband and I took our kids to Walt Disney World for the first time in 2009. By that time, we were Disneyland experts, so we felt it was time to spread our wings a little and fly southeast for a trip. I had been to Walt Disney World many years before. Yes, I probably…
What To Do When It Gets Cold at Walt Disney World
By Rikki Niblett The past couple of days arctic cold has been rushing through the country. It’s been so frigid everywhere, yep, even in Florida, with lows dipping into the 30s! (Somebody go find Elsa please and help change this winter back to summer). While most people know how to better handle the heat…
Growing Up Disney (pt. 2)
When I was younger (my college years), I remember thinking that you would have to be crazy to bring young kids to an amusement park. But, once I had children, it was only a matter of time before we went to Disney World. My parents took me to Disney World when I was a kid,…
Growing Up Disney
Before I had kids, I went to Disney. To me, it was and will always be a place of magic and great memories. My parents took me there. My grandparents took me there. I recently asked my dad why they decided to take my brother and me to Disney World. His answer was, “I thought…
SwaggerTag Review and Giveaway
I received two free SwaggerTag luggage tags to review and share my experience. I was impressed with SwaggerTags! The style, sturdiness, security, and versatility for use is all good! In the past, we’ve used the free luggage tags that Walt Disney World sent us or inexpensive luggage tags we’ve bought at local stores. We have…
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly
With more than 1,300 decorated trees and 8.5 million lights strung throughout the property getting into the spirit of the season is easy at Walt Disney World. If you’re staying at a Walt Disney resort over Christmas, the first order of business is to consult with the concierge and find out what holiday event your…
What’s Up with Pin Trading?
Pin trading at the parks brings a mixture of joy and fear in the hearts of parents. The joy comes from watching your child find just the pin he or she was looking for. Fear at the thought of how many pins you might have to tote to Disneyland or Walt Disney World with you….