Walt Disney World Park Closing Explained

Walt Disney World Park Closing Explained

Christmas and New Years is such a magical time to visit Walt Disney World, that is until you hear the rumors of parks closing and the crowds. I get it who wouldn’t want to spend Christmas in the most magical place on earth. As we look forward to 2019 and probably a pretty big crowd year, I want to take a moment to explain how the park closes, what a park closing actually means, and my recommendations for enjoying these peak times at the parks. 

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Is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Right For You?

Is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Right For You?

Often I am asked, is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party worth it? For my family, it would be easy to answer YES, you can read more about that
here. I do however understand it is an extra expense that for some families may not really be worth the expense. Each family is going to be different and I want to best help you answer that question for your family.

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2018 Menu  for the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

2018 Menu for the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The 2018 Menu for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival has been released, and I am so excited.  The food and wine festival is one of my absolutely favorite things at Walt Disney World. Between the cooking demos, the tastings,
the Eat to Beat Concert Series, and so much more this is something you do not want to miss. Every year the festival expands and is better than ever, and this year is no exception. The festival begins on August 30th and runs until November 12th. You will be able to taste your way around the world with an endless selection of food and beverages from over 30 marketplaces. Let’s get through a few things you need to know and then we will jump into the 2018 menu of food and drinks.

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Disney Cruise Line, For the Entire Family

Disney Cruise Line, For the Entire Family

Often we are asked about cruises and met with the same reoccurring doubts and fears. “I don’t think I would like being on a boat that long”. “I’d go stir-crazy”. “Don’t you run out of stuff to do?” “No way I could get my husband on that”. “Is there a lot for kids to do?” Or the famous “my friend went on a cruise and they hated it”. All of which are legitimate fears and concerns because after all, you want your vacations to be “worth it”. And to me, cruises are totally worth it. In fact, I believe that cruises can be the best bang for your buck when it comes to travel. For what you get to see and do sometimes its hard to go wrong with at cruise but here is where all those questions come in.

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Flight of Passage, Inside Pandora – The World of Avatar

Flight of Passage, Inside Pandora – The World of Avatar

Flight of Passage, Inside Pandora – The World of Avatar

Flight of passage Pandora the world of Avatar

I am going to start this out by saying that Flight of Passage is the best attraction that Disney has ever done. I’m usually the “count me out” kinda guy when it comes to rides. Though I have come a long way, I still would not consider me a thrill seeker by any stretch of the imagination. In fact on this particular trip when everyone else was excited about spending the day in Universal I decided to take my talents to the golf course instead.
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Food & Wine Festival at Disney

Food & Wine Festival at Disney

Epcot Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World
Food & Wine Festival

We’ve all heard the saying that Disney is for kids. You may have even been told that personally as I know I have. Well, clearly whoever says that has never been to the Food & Wine Festival in Walt Disney World’s Epcot. With over 35 booths spread around the 11 countries in the World Showcase at Epcot, Food & Wine is a delightful culinary and spirits experience that you will not soon forget.
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Aulani, It’s in the Details!

Aulani, It’s in the Details!

Aulani, It’s in the Details!

One of my favorite parts about Disney is the attention to details in everything. Disney is a company that is an expert at storytelling and that expertise doesn’t just end with great movies it overflows into all aspects of the company, you see it in the parks and the resorts even on the cruise lines. The same is true at Aulani, A Disney Resort, and Spa on the great Island of Oahu. The word Aulani translates to “messenger of a chief,” It expresses a connection to tradition and deep story-telling. Join me as I can only skim the surface of the beauty and wonders of this amazing resort and culture of the Hawaiian people.
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Pepper Bacon Mac and Cheese – Epcot Food and Wine Festival

Pepper Bacon Mac and Cheese – Epcot Food and Wine Festival

It’s early to be dreaming of the food at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival, however, the Pepper Bacon Mac and Cheese is on my mind today. I booked my stay for Food and Wine Festival this week, so that could play a part.

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March Madness 2018

March Madness 2018

March Madness 2018 promotion is going on now. The promotion includes a free surprise gift for every booking made during the month of March. In addition to the gift, when you book a Disney Cruise Line vacation package, you will receive a $100.00 onboard credit. For an Adventures by Disney Vacation Package, you will get a $300.00 gift card. March Madness 2018 promotion really excites me and I can’t wait for you to take advantage of it.

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Disney Cruise Line Summer 2019

Disney Cruise Line Summer 2019

It is no secret, I love Disney Cruise Line. I have been on other cruise lines and have had a great time. I would go back on other cruise lines. In fact, let me use this time to shamelessly plug the fact that I can book all the other cruise lines! 😉 Back on topic, for my family, I believe Disney Cruise Line is the best option for cruising with my whole family. So as you can imagine anytime new itineraries are released I get excited. Disney Cruise Line Summer 2019 itineraries are coming out in a few days, and some of the itineraries sound amazing.

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