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Quick Tip- The one thing I won’t travel without
One thing I won’t travel without: Sharpie Click. Need to label something? How about differentiate that the blue one is your travel toothbrush for the hundredth time!!!? What if you run into your celebrity hero and need an autograph? Sharpie click can do that and much more and it takes up so little space in your bag.
December 3, 2015 Thursday at 4:44 pm
Quick Tip- Best Spots for a Break
Its mid day, you hit the ground running before rope drop at the park, your tired, its hot (or rainy or cold take your pick), the crankies have set in for the group and you just want some peace for a moment. While sharing the park with upwards of 50K of your newest friends seems like fun sometimes you just need …
August 31, 2015 Monday at 11:31 am
Quick Tip- Maximize your My Disney Experience
Below is a few simple tips that will help make your Disney Experience a better one Disney allows you to make up to 3 Fast Pass Plus reservations per day you have tickets for. All must be in the same park and times cannot overlap. When you have used up your 3 FPP’s for the day you aren’t stuck waiting …
February 25, 2015 Wednesday at 8:27 am
Quick Tip- Get the Drive-in Experience Without the Traffic
Did you know all the Disney resorts host movies under the stars at Walt Disney World? Most take place near their main pool, on the beach, or by the recreation area; they are free, and they show family friendly (and of course Disney) movies. Families love kicking back and watching some of their favorite hits together and taking a little …
January 26, 2015 Monday at 4:00 pm
Quick Tip- Ziplocs are your Friend
One of the most important things I take on my Disney vacations are Ziploc bags. I use them for lots of things. I prefer gallon size bags and my favorite Ziploc usage for Disney world is: Quart sized bags for carry on’s, up to 3 ounces of liquid in each bottle. You need to keep this one nearby when going …
July 1, 2014 Tuesday at 4:07 pm
Quick Tip- Save a Buck and Some Calories too
Did you know you can order a la carte off the menu at Disney Quick service dining locations? Most menus are preset with combos: a burger and fries, ribs and a side, bbq sandwich and beans, a pizza and salad. Did you know you can order just the entrée and forgo the side and save a few dollars? Most sides …
June 19, 2014 Thursday at 10:19 am
Quick Tip- Staying Cool in the Summer
We all know Walt Disney World is in Florida so we should expect summers to be hot. But most are not prepared for the high temps and humidity that summer season brings. There are many things you can do to stay cool but here are some of my favorite tips. Stay Hydrated- drink lots of water. get free ice water …
June 10, 2014 Tuesday at 5:50 pm
Quick Tip- When do I make my Dining Reservations for Disney?
For Walt Disney World Dining you can make your advanced dining reservations 180 days in advance of check in. If you are staying on property you can make them for up to a 10 day stay. This ‘plus 10’ gets you a little jump on the general public for dates later in your trip. Disneyland Resort Dining reservations are available 60 …
May 19, 2014 Monday at 9:59 am
Quick Tip- Party like its 4pm!
We are in the middle of party season at Walt Disney World. The last few Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween parties will be finishing up in the next few days and then after a magical overnight transformation Magic Kingdom will be ready for Christmas and will kick off the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party season. The parties and special events …
October 29, 2013 Tuesday at 1:00 pm
Quick Tip- Ask for Magic Shots to Maximize your Photopass
When you stop for a photo from a Photopass photographer in the parks be sure to let them know you have ordered the Photopass CD or show them your Photopass Plus card upfront. The photographers will often take several shots so you get the best one. All shots go on your CD so even the ones with eyes closed or …
October 28, 2013 Monday at 5:01 pm