The Science of Disney Imagineering: Design and Models One of my daughter’s birthday presents was a set of DVDs called The Science of Disney Imagineering. My daughter had already received one of these, with the subtitle Trajectory, from her grandparents. We all enjoyed that so much that we were looking forward to watching the next…
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Disney Fantasies: What Magical Moments Do You Wish for During a Trip?
Do you have any Disney fantasies? No, I’m not talking about the cruise ship. I’m talking about that hidden dream you have about something special that could happen to you at a Disney park. Maybe you’re hoping your boyfriend will pop the question in front of the castle? Maybe your Disney fantasy is just being…
Disney World’s First Snow – Magical and Real
Disney World’s first snow – has it happened? Lots of internet users ask if it snows on Disney World. We’ve done careful research and found several instances of Snow in Disney World. Plus, we have some advice on what to do just in case it does snow. Disney World’s First Snow – Disney Magic We…
The Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs
One of the most popular activities that happens during the holidays at Walt Disney World is the annual Christmas Tree Trail in Disney Springs! The trail is one of many free activities that guests can take part in during Christmas time in the world. Located in the Marketplace part of Disney Springs, it sits right…
Santa and Mrs. Claus Chill Out at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Every year, ahead of Christmas Eve, Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with their elf Candy Kane, take a relaxing vacation at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. Even though this is their annual vacation, they make time to meet with guests. Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids,…
A Guide to the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays
Christmas brings a flurry of activities celebrating the happiest time of the year. Every park gets a holiday makeover, with Yuletide festivities galore. My favorite events take place at the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. Join me on a tour! If you are looking to introduce your kids to Epcot, the Epcot International Festival…
Foodie Friday: Review of Breakfast at Kona Cafe
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and when it comes to Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort….that statement is definitely true. The general feel of the restaurant is not super themed. There are some unique elements overall, for example, I love the fans, but mostly, this is just…
Maya Grill – Another Awesome Option at Coronado Springs
With all of the hype around Coronado Springs and the new Gran Destino Tower, I wanted to remind you of an “old” stand-by table service restaurant that exists there. Maya Grill– another awesome option at Coronado Springs. Coronado Springs has jumped to the top of my list of favorite resorts after my…
Disney Hard Ticket Events – Why We Changed from Skeptics to Fans
We weren’t always fans of Disney hard ticket events. But, one trip to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (MVMCP) made us true believers. As flinty New Englanders it took some convincing for us to attend a Disney hard ticket event. Our logic was simple. We were already spending a small fortune at Walt Disney World….
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Celebrates the Most Wonderful Season of All
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, recently attended Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Here is her very merry tale. Upon entering the park, the towering Christmas tree, a festive decorated Main Street U.S.A., and the windows of the Emporium shop set the tone for what to expect next. Everything…
Walt Disney World Solo Series: Touring the Parks
Have you ever traveled to Walt Disney World solo? What was your experience like in the parks? If you’ve followed along with my planning & dining solo blogs, you’ll have learned lots about planning the perfect solo trip, dining solo, FastPasses solo, single rider lines, safety & much more! Something else I want to share…
Organizing your Disney Trip
Organizing everything for your Disney trip can seem like a full-time job, but it doesn’t have to be. Over the years, I’ve come up with a few tricks to keep me organized before, during, and after our Disney trips. Organizing before the trip For me, organizing for a Disney trip begins when I email our…