food IS a theme park
Disney World is good at MANY things! From the fine details to the nostalgia, and the thrills to the animation, is there ANYTHING they can’t do?!
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Oh, and let’s not forget about that almost trance-like influence they have over us in getting guests to spend MORE money? Genius!
Disney World’s reopening has been a long process, with things slowly returning to normal over the course of the past two years.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
We’ve seen dozens of restaurant reopenings, the return of many entertainment options, and some offerings that weren’t available when the parks first reopened are back now. Now, we’ve got an update on when one beloved perk may return!
One of the most common questions that people ask about Disney World is how they can beat the crowds and get on their favorite rides without a long wait.
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
There are a couple of different options, including making use of the Lightning Lanes with Genie+ and Pay-Per-Ride. But if you’d rather not pay to skip the lines, another option is to get to the parks as early as possible. If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, you qualify for Early Theme Park Entry, which means you can go into the Disney World theme parks before the other guests. So what exactly is Early Entry? And how should you spend your extra time in the parks? We’re answering all your Early Entry questions here. Let’s dive in! [Read more…]
Races at Disney World through runDisney have returned in the past year, but that doesn’t mean changes to the races can’t still happen.
2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Dopey Challenge Medals
We saw some awesome runners during the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, as well as during the recent Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January. The next race weekend coming up is the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend from February 24th through the 27th, and there has been a recent change that runners need to know about!
Let’s just say that we’ve been to Disney World more than a “few” times. 😉
We’ve definitely been to the parks more than a few times.
We pretty much consider ourselves theme park experts at this point, and if you’ve reached that milestone as well, then we may have some things in common. There are quite a few Disney-centric habits we’ve picked up over our years of visiting the theme parks, and sometimes they carry over into the real world!
2021 has been a BIG year in Disney World, with lots of major changes.
Magic Kingdom
In addition to changing Disney World Annual Passes, Disney has also discontinued or altered many previously “free” perks, like complimentary MagicBands for Disney World Resort hotel guests and Annual Passholders, as well as replacing Extra Magic Hours with the shorter Early Theme Park Entry and the more selective Extended Evening Hours. And now perhaps one of the BIGGEST free Disney World perks will be gone in a few short weeks, and here’s what you need to know.
A lot can change in 50 years! With Disney World celebrating its 50th anniversary, we’ve been feeling nostalgic and looking back at old times, and we’re constantly surprised by just how MUCH is different in the Most Magical Place on Earth these days!
Cinderella Castle
From bygone rides and restaurants to new parks, new hotels, and new attractions, Disney World looks very different than it did in 1971. Oh and let’s not forget the MAJOR change in prices! Some of these “how it started, how it’s goings” might really surprise you! [Read more…]
We know planning for a Disney World vacation can raise a LOT of questions!
Walt Disney World
Do you ever hear people saying things like “Disney Dining Plan” or “Disney Vacation Club” and think “huh?” Or do you have planning questions you’re too afraid to bring up to your Disney-fanatic friends? It’s totally okay to not be an expert, that’s what we’re here for! We’re answering ALL of the questions you’re too afraid to ask!
If you’re not a fan of change, buckle up! BIG things have changed or will be changing soon in Disney World.
Time to Visit Disney World
Paid FastPass+ replacement systems (Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selection) have debuted, the parks are celebrating the Resort’s 50th Anniversary, the Magical Express service has ended, and more. And with some of those changes come additional costs that you’ll need to factor into your trip. So, just what could it cost a family to “do” Disney World in 2022 in light of these changes. We’re breaking down what you need to know right here.
You’ve survived the “Are we there yet”s and “Don’t make me turn this thing around”s! Time to reward yourself by driving under the Walt Disney World welcome arch!
Welcome to Disney World!
Now that you’ve got your car into the “Most Magical Place On Earth,” it’s time to think about the un-magical side of this Disney World vacation — PARKING.
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