So I just got back from Disney World, right?
And even though I’ve been to these parks a hundred-odd times before, I felt like THIS particular trip taught me SO MUCH MORE about my personal happy place.
food IS a theme park
So I just got back from Disney World, right?
And even though I’ve been to these parks a hundred-odd times before, I felt like THIS particular trip taught me SO MUCH MORE about my personal happy place.
We all have celebrities that are so beloved that we fear the day when we receive bad news about them growing ill or passing. In fact, if we could, we would put all those beloved stars in a plastic bubble where they could be safe forever (Dick Van Dyke, we’re looking at you).
So when a company like Disney posts a photo of an older celebrity that we know and love, Julie Andrews, with a caption that reads “Courage, resilience, grace,” we got VERY upset for a moment before we realized that the announcement is actually about a documentary coming to Disney+ instead.
There’s FREE transportation in Disney World, but it can be complicated to navigate!
With everything from the Monorail and Skyliner to boats and buses, there’s a veritable web of transportation options criss-crossing Disney World. If you’re staying on Disney property, you’ll likely have one or two at your disposal at your resort. But right now, there’s a big transportation change at Old Key West.
Disney World’s hotels have long been known for their perks. From Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours to immersive theming and feature pools, Disney’s resort hotels offer a slew of amenities… which can make it surprising to realize things they DON’T have.
In fact, a somewhat common hotel room amenity is NOT automatically available in the vast majority of Disney hotel rooms: Microwaves.
Disney World has plans to expand, but that doesn’t mean they’re going to. Last year, a new document was filed with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District that outlined potential expansion opportunities for the Most Magical Place on Earth over the next 20 years.
While nothing has been confirmed, both “new minor theme park” and “new major theme park” possibilities were mentioned in the document, which, of course, caused quite an uproar with folks thinking that a fifth Disney World park was on its way. Recently, these documents were updated with additional details clarifying what exactly Disney has planned for the future.
You checked the radar. There are no thunderstorms brewing, no snowstorms swallowing the airport, and no suspiciously dramatic wind gusts rattling the terminal windows. And yet, your flight to Disney World is delayed.
The unexpected culprit might be the giant flaming ball in the sky. Extreme heat can interfere with an airplane’s ability to take off safely. That means a clear, sunny afternoon can cause delays, weight restrictions, and even cancellations, particularly at airports dealing with seriously high temperatures. So, before you assume blue skies guarantee an easy travel day, here’s what Disney travelers need to know.
It’s never a bad time for a bit of Amazon shopping, especially when there are great deals!

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Summer isn’t over just yet, and if you still have Disney World plans, you should check out some of our favorite deals on Amazon!
When we’re at Disney World, we love heading to Ale & Compass. This table-service restaurant serves New England-style cuisine at an affordable price, only a 5-minute walk from EPCOT‘s International Gateway at Yacht Club.
Disney just announced ten brand-new menu items are coming to Ale & Compass today, but we’re massively side-eyeing Disney for this, because we’ve already eaten these “new” foods!
BoxLunch is a great outlet for vintage Disney souvenirs!
Fans of Disney’s Pocahontas are in luck! The brilliant, beautiful, and brave Disney icon is featured on several themed souvenirs right now thanks to BoxLunch — including some new gifts available for pre-order. If you’re looking to rep the ’90s princess in the 21st century, check out these awesome online finds!
If there’s one piece of advice we’ll always give for Disney World, it’s making sure you’re wearing comfortable shoes when you’re walking 10,000 steps around the parks and beyond.
We’ve tested out a TON of different shoe brands at Disney World, and we can confidently say that there’s a reason you can find HOKAs all over the place. These sneakers feature plenty of cushion for all-day lasting comfort and come in tons of styles and colors to match any outfit. Speaking of which, new HOKA colors just dropped, and Disney Adults are quietly snapping them up!
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