Guide to Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts 2019
Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts will enter into it’s third year in 2019. The event will take place from January 18, 2019 – February 25, 2019. The festival celebrates a “trifecta of fabulous” with culinary arts, performing arts, and visual arts. Here is what we know so far. The food booths have been announced and there will be 14 “food studios” as well as extra kiosks located throughout Epcot. The festival will take place January 17-February 24, 2020! Food Studios and Kiosks The Artist’s Table Food Beef Wellington with Mushroom Bordelaise, Fennel Cream, and Roasted Baby Vegetables Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp…
Disney World vs Disneyland: Top 9 Differences
Disney World vs Disneyland – is one park better than the other? Honestly, you can’t compare the two. Yes they are two Disney theme park in America, however, they are very different. They cater to different types of vacation. Disneyland is more compact, take less planning, and is often seen as a local park. The majority of people visiting are driving from their home, not flying from far away. Disney World is more for tourists. While their are plenty of locals who visit, or the occasional annual passholder who live states away like me, it is more a destination. Disneyland visitors often visit neighboring cities like LA on their trip.…
6 Things My Mother Learned on Our Trip to Walt Disney World
Over the Fall of 2018, I treated my mom to a mother and daughter only Disney vacation. It was one of the things on my 27 before 28 list so I was very excited. Disney trips, or any trip really, are more fun with someone who is just as in love with the destination as you are. My mother and I share our love of Disney and Disney Parks. I have previously shared the five things I learned during my trip with my mom. As I was writing it I wanted to see if my mother had any ideas and she came up with a completely different list! It just…
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Disney World Annual Pass: When Does It Make Sense?
We talked before about the benefits of buying a Disney World Annual Pass, but when does it make sense for your trip? There are a lot of benefits, but that doesn’t always mean you will use them to their full advantage. Every family vacations differently and Walt Disney World is no different. Today we are going to discuss a few scenarios where buying an Annual Pass makes sense for your family. You are going more than once in a year The most common reason to get an annual pass is that you are planning on visiting Walt Disney World more than once in a year. This does not have to…
5 Things I Learned On My Last Trip to Disney: Mother & Daughter Edition
In the fall of 2018 I got to cross one of my goals for 27 before 28 off my list – I took my mother to Disney World. As with any vacation, I like to take stock about what I liked or disliked on the trip. Before I wrote about what I did right and what I did wrong from a previous vacation. However, this time I decided to try something new. I made a list of the top 5 things I learned on my last trip to Disney and I asked my mother to do the same. Here is the list of the 5 things that I learned. If…
Disney Memory Maker: All You Need To Know
Are you heading to Walt Disney World and need help deciding if Disney Memory Maker is right for you? Are you unsure what the differences between PhotoPass and Memory Maker are? If you want to learn more about Disney’s photo system, you have come to the right place! Memory Maker is one of the items on your 2 month checklist. Learn if Memory Maker is right for you and why you absolutely should purchase it in advance. PhotoPass PhotoPass is the system that Disney uses throughout the parks. This includes pictures taken on rides, magic shots, stationed photographers, etc. You can find all of your photos located in your My…
Benefits of Becoming a Disney Annual Passholder
Are you considering buying a Walt Disney World Annual Pass? Deciding to become a Disney Annual Passholder is a big decision, especially financially. Fortunately, there are a lot of benefits that come with it! If you know all of the benefits and are simply trying to decide if becoming an Annual Passholder is worth it, head over here to see when it makes sense! Resort (Room-Only) discounts This is one of the biggest money savers for a lot of Annual Passholders. Throughout the year, Disney releases special offers on room-only discounts specifically for APs. These are typically a higher discounted percentage than the general offers and have reached as high…
Renting Disney Vacation Club Points
Have you ever wanted to stay in a Disney Deluxe Resort, but didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars per night? You are in luck! Renting Disney Vacation Club (DVC) points allows you to stay in a Deluxe Resort for a fraction of the cost. There are a bunch of reasons you should stay at a Disney Vacation Club resort, so let’s talk about what it is and how you can start renting DVC points to save hundreds, even if you aren’t a member. What is the Disney Vacation Club? The Disney Vacation Club (DVC) is basically Disney’s timeshare program. If you have ever visited a Disney theme park you…
What to Do Two Months Before Your Disney Trip
Your Disney trip is almost here! Before you get swept up in the excitement make sure you check off some of the last things you’ll need to do before you head to the most magical place on earth. Here is a list of what to do two months before your Disney trip! Fastpass+ Reservations If you are staying at a Disney resort or even a Disney Springs Area resort, you are eligible to make your fastpass+ reservations 60 days in advance. Double check with your family about the rides and attractions that they must do. Then hope on your computer at 7:00 AM EST 60 days before your trip and…
Disney Discount Tickets: Where to Find the Best Deals
Going to Walt Disney World or Disneyland can get expensive very quickly, especially if you have a larger family. Here is a list of some options for how to save money on your ticket and where you should buy your Disney discount tickets. Ways to Save Skip the Park Hopper For those who are just beginning their Disney planning, park hopping means you are able to enter more than one theme park a day. Some people will only go to Disney with a park hopper ticket, while others would be better off saving that money. Families that have smaller kids or anyone who is going for a more casual theme…
