Have you ever been to rope drop at Magic Kingdom? If you have, you know all about the Welcome Show that precedes park opening. It's filled with characters and costumes, dancers and Main Street U.S.A. familiar faces. Each morning before the show begins, one lucky family is chosen as First Family at Magic Kingdom to help open the park. I've dreamed about what it would be like to … [Read more...] about First Family at Magic Kingdom: A Day in the Life of a Dream Come True
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How to Celebrate Halloween and Christmas at Walt Disney World in One Trip
If you're planning a vacation to Walt Disney World in autumn, you can celebrate both Halloween AND Christmas on the same trip. With a little advanced planning and a few trips to the official Walt Disney World website, there is a way to get the best of both holiday worlds. My family loves visiting Walt Disney World for the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties and I've … [Read more...] about How to Celebrate Halloween and Christmas at Walt Disney World in One Trip
When Mom Gets Sick at Walt Disney World
It's been nearly two years since I caught the flu at Walt Disney World. I remember that vacation to Central Florida in October 2013 so well. I overplanned (as usual!), wrote all of our FastPass+ selections down on note cards, double checked our Advanced Dining reservations to make sure I had the correct confirmation numbers listed, packed our suitcases and repacked them as the … [Read more...] about When Mom Gets Sick at Walt Disney World
Seven Reasons Why Teens & Tweens Will LOVE Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World
When it comes to Halloween, my family loves it! We start decorating in early September (yes, our house is already decorated!) and really look forward to all of the family fun that goes along with the colorful holiday. Halloween time also means an annual trip to Orlando. We really enjoy Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom and begin planning our … [Read more...] about Seven Reasons Why Teens & Tweens Will LOVE Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World
An Easy Guide to Walt Disney World Pin Trading
Since the Millennium Celebration in October 1999, Walt Disney World pin trading has been, and continues to be, a tradition for both kids and adults alike. Heck, I've purchased my share of Disney-themed pins and love to showcase them in our daughter's room. And while it can be overwhelming to some, it really doesn't have to be. Want the easy scoop on pin trading at Walt Disney … [Read more...] about An Easy Guide to Walt Disney World Pin Trading