Most Common Fastpass+ Mistakes
Planning a Walt Disney World vacation can be overwhelming, even if it isn’t your first time. If you are anything like me, the attractions are a large part of your vacation. Make sure you avoid the most common Fastpass+ mistakes when you are planning your next magical Disney trip. Not booking when you can A lot of people who aren’t familiar with Disney vacations often forget the dates that are important. You can book dining reservations 180 days in advance a fastpass+ can be booked 60 days out if you are staying on property. If you are not staying on property they can be booked 30 days in advance. It…
10 Tips to Beat the Heat in Walt Disney World
I get dehydrated incredibly easily. So one of my main concerns when I visit Walt Disney World is that the heat doesn’t ruin my fun. Luckily there are quite a few ways that you can beat the heat in Disney. Dress correctly I love getting the perfect Instagram shot as much as the next millennial, but you know what I love more? Not having to visit the First Aid areas because I’m about to pass out. Your outfit might be adorable, but you have to think about your park day while getting dressed. If you are only going into the parks for an hour or two vs if you are…
Best Attractions to Escape the Weather – Rain or Heat
Florida is hot, humid, and hurricane-prone. This doesn’t stop us from heading to the happiest place on earth though! You try to be as prepared as you can by packing your bag with essentials for the parks, but that doesn’t stop the weather. There are a lot of ways you can beat the weather, but continuing the fun on rides is definitely the best! Learn the best attractions to escape the weather of Orlando, whether you need to beat the heat or hide from the rain. Magic Kingdom Hall of Presidents This ride runs every 30 minutes and very rarely has a long wait time. The attraction itself is just…
Is Disney Dining Plan Worth It?
“Is the Disney Dining Plan worth it?” is arguably one of the most frequently asked questions when planning a Walt Disney World vacation. I have been lucky enough to get the Free Dining offer that is typically available in the fall. As a group of adults who think the food is just as important to our vacation as the entertainment, the dining plan is a huge benefit to us, particularly when it is discounted, or free. Having used participated in DDP frequently I have put together a list to help you decide if any of the three standard options are right for your family. PROS 1. All-inclusive feel We love…
Height Requirements for Walt Disney World
All of the height requirements for Walt Disney World rides in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, and Blizzard Beach. Make sure you also review common mistakes people make when visiting Disney World!
The Best Tips for Fastpass+ Reservations
Learn the best tips for Fastpass+ reservations! Deciding what fastpasses to get can be overwhelming, but then actually getting them is another story. Make sure you check out these tips to get the reservations you truly want! Talk to your group This seems pretty logical, but I know from experience I have assumed I know what people in my group are going to say without asking and I have been wrong. Make sure you talk to the group you are going with and find out what fast passes are important to them. I asked them to tell me which rides they absolutely cannot miss on their trip, which rides they…
The Best Disney Planning Advice I Have Ever Gotten
When you first tell people you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World you suddenly unleash this predisposed need for people to tell you exactly how to plan your trip. They can’t help it. They have been before and clearly have learned all there is to know and whatever your original plan is you are doing it wrong. This is just insane. Disney itself is constantly changing and evolving between the construction of new projects, renovations of classic attractions, new policies, and so much more, it is impossible to have a grasp on everything the mouse offers. All that being said – I’m still going to relay some of the…
What Is Always In My Disney Bag
Charger This should be a no-brainer for anyone who has a smartphone and is on vacation. We rarely travel without a backup charger in our bags. In Disney, with all of the things you need to use your My Disney Experience app for, and now with the release of the Disney Play app, your battery will not make it to the end of the day. We have the Portable Charger Anker PowerCore that we use for longer park days (the rope drop to fireworks type days). It is long lasting and powerful so that if you need to charge more than one phone you will have no issue. I also bring a…
Where to Eat In The Magic Kingdom
Where to eat in the Magic Kingdom? With so many restaurants to pick from how to do you begin? I recommend checking reviews everywhere – here, TripAdvisor, yelp, and any of your favorite blogs. Food is so subjective that someone’s favorite, but be terrible to you, it is all about what type of Disney vacation experience you think best fits your family’s vacation. To help with your planning I’ve created a little quiz that will allow you to see what might be some good options for your family! [interact id=”5b4ce55383e0220014b284bc” type=”quiz”] What did you think? Are you happy with your new suggestion? Share which restaurant you got below!
5 Mistakes I Made On My Last Disney Trip
I don’t care what trip you are taking – whether it is to Disney, Australia, or a road trip somewhere for a weekend, no vacation is perfect. You will have issues that are beyond your control and you need to be able to look past the imperfections and accept that it is a lesson for the next trip. The trip I took to Disney in September 2017 was no different. I already had some factors working against me. I had never planned a trip myself before. I had always gone with my family and my mother had done the majority (if not all) of the planning. The last time I…
