People are often surprised when I tell them that I like to rent a car when we travel to Disney World. After all, Disney resort guests receive complimentary ground transportation courtesy of Disney Magical Express, which takes you and from Orlando International Airport to your Disney Resort - you don't even have to pick up your luggage, it gets delivered directly to your … [Read more...]
5 Non-Park Experiences at Walt Disney World for Families
Did you know that outside the gates of Disney’s theme parks lies more magic? Working a day or so of “non park” entertainment into your itinerary can allow you to experience Disney’s magic outside the parks. It is even possible to still experience so much Walt Disney World magic without entering a park. I am going to share some great “non park” experiences at Walt Disney … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Reduce the Cost of a Disney Cruise Vacation
If you're looking for a kid friendly cruise, Disney is probably one of the first cruise lines that comes to mind. They've got fantastic entertainment, kids clubs and let's not forget character meets to make even the youngest cruiser happy. Disney Cruise Line is also one of the pricier cruise options out there. Sailing during the school year is definitely a good way to save … [Read more...]
Lunch Review: Olivia’s Cafe – Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Olivia's Cafe at Disney's Old Key West Resort is one of my family's favorite restaurants in the Walt Disney World area. The Florida Keys inspired restaurant - just opposite the Disney Springs ferry dock at the resort - is a great place to take a break from the busy parks and perfect for families looking for a quiet sit-down meal. This is the resort's only full service … [Read more...]
Exploring Seattle with Kids – Review of Seattle CityPASS
Have you visited Seattle with your kids? Our kids love it there (we've been 4 times so far since the kids were born) and the rain isn't as bad as people say it is. Sure, we don't see as much sun as we do at home but it's such a family-friendly city (every time we visit, we discover somewhere new), that the cloudy skies don't bother us much. We love using Seattle … [Read more...]