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...]
First Timer Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World with a Preschooler
Walt Disney World is fantastically magical for all ages. Our little one-who is now 8-has seen Disney every year since she was just 6 months old! Having visited Walt Disney World with an infant, toddler, and preschooler, I can tell you that each trip is memorable in its own way. Traveling to Walt Disney World with a little one shouldn’t scare you. Walt Disney World makes it … [Read more...]
How to Have a Relaxing Walt Disney World Vacation
Is it possible to have a relaxing vacation at Walt Disney World? With four theme parks, two water parks, Downtown Disney, daily parades and fireworks, and hundreds of pressed pennies to add to your collection it's extremely difficult to say no and plan some time for some R&R. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing. You're supposed to return home feeling refreshed, … [Read more...]
Why Families Should Consider Renting Points for DVC Resort Hotels
Have you considered staying at a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort hotel but not sure how to go about booking a room or a villa if you're not a DVC member? Late last year, my family rented points for a DVC resort hotel stay before cruising around the Caribbean. I spent many days trying to figure out how renting works and spent even more time breaking down what this Disney … [Read more...]