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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Disney Travelers (2023)
It's that time of year again! If you are looking to check off your holiday shopping list for your favorite Disney traveler, look no further! I have the perfect gifts for every Disney traveler, whether they are headed to a Disney destination this year, or just want to feel like they are. Christmas at Animal Kingdom Lodge Some links on this website are affiliate links. This means, if you click on a link to one of these products and make a purchase, I may receive a small com

Irene Vane
Nov 16, 20236 min read


8 Inexpensive Ways to Enjoy Disney's Castaway Cay
Castaway Cay is one of Disney's two private islands reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests on Bahamian and Caribbean cruises. Some links in my blog posts are affiliate links. This means, if you click on a link to one of these products and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no cost to you. I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This Bahami

Irene Vane
Nov 15, 20233 min read


6 Reasons You Should Stay At Animal Kingdom Lodge Over The Christmas Season
I LOVE visiting Disney during the holiday season. Disney does everything BIG and the holidays are no exception. Decorations, food, music, ride overlays, every detail is just perfect and leaves me feeling merry and bright. This past December I stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge. I've always been a huge fan of this Disney resort, but I especially enjoyed it over the Christmas season. Below are 6 reasons this resort is a perfect fit for the holiday season. 1- It's cozy and Chri

Irene Vane
Oct 27, 20233 min read


The Best Items for Disney Character Autographs
The most special and unique souvenirs my family has brought back from Disney vacations have been items we have used to collect character autographs. Autographed souvenirs are one-of-a-kind and unusually inexpensive. With a little planning before your next Disney adventure, you can create something extra special to remember your trip. Some links on this website are affiliate links. This means, if you click on a link to one of these products and make a purchase, I may receive

Irene Vane
Oct 22, 20233 min read


Character Dining, the 2024 Disney Dining Plan, and Dining Discounts at Walt Disney World
While some of the pricier dining options at Walt Disney World, character dining can be worth budgeting for, especially if you are visiting with kids. Beginning in 2024, with the return of the Disney Dining Plan , guest will have the option of redeeming table-service meal credits for character meals. In many cases, this can be a great value. Most table-service meals will cost you one table-service meal credit on the Disney Dining Plan. Fine/signature dining experiences, di

Irene Vane
Oct 12, 20238 min read


10 Reasons You'll Love an Alaskan Cruise with Disney
After two years of cancelled plans and missed milestone celebrations, my family was ready for an extra special vacation. Alaska checked all the boxes. This is a destination rich in history, culture and beauty. We purchased the kids a few books to read about Alaska and in the summer of 2022 we traveled Alaska on a Disney Cruise. This cruise exceeded expectations. There are so many reasons to love cruising Alaska with Disney, I'm going to share just a few. Disney Cruise Line

Irene Vane
Sep 26, 20235 min read


How to make the most of your time at Walt Disney World using Genie +
There is much to see and do on a Walt Disney World Vacation it's important that you make the most of your time. It's no secret that there are often long waits for many popular attractions. In recent years Disney has introduced a new service called Genie + to help guests manage time. Below are answers to some commonly asked questions and answers about Genie + and tips on how to use this service strategically to make the most of your vacation. What is Genie +? Genie + is a n

Irene Vane
Sep 9, 20235 min read


20 Things You Should Know About A Disney Cruise
My first cruise was 7 years ago and it wasn't a trip I thought of going on initially. At that time I envisioned cruising as buffet lines and crowed pool decks. I had no idea what I was missing. My parents, who in their retirement, had become "cruisers", wanted to cruise with the grandkids, so that placed me on my first cruise, a Star Wars themed Disney Cruise Line cruise with stops at Tortola, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. It was amazing! I have been hooked ever since! Here

Irene Vane
Sep 5, 20239 min read


"The Grey Stuff" Copycat Recipe (with secret tip)
When my oldest daughter turned 4 she wanted a "Beauty and the Beast" birthday party. The girls dressed up like princesses, we painted...

Irene Vane
Sep 3, 20232 min read


Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival (with kids!)
Epcot's Food and Wine Festival can be a great time for the entire family, kids included! I enjoyed the festival with my two daughters, ages 8 and 11. My 11-year-old said she enjoyed the festival more than the rides! I wanted to share a review of what we sampled and a few tips to help you make the most of this festival. What is Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival? Let's start with the basics. Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival runs each year from late Augus

Irene Vane
Aug 29, 20234 min read


Be Our Guest Dining Review and Tips
My family has enjoyed a meal at Be Our Guest quite a few times over the years. The theming in this castle is truly magical. You really do feel like you are stepping into a fairytale. The menu and dining structure has changed over the years. At one point this restaurant even offered a quick service option for breakfast and lunch! Be Our Guest is located in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and currently serves a three course prix-fixe menu featuring French inspired dishes.

Irene Vane
Aug 27, 20234 min read


The Dos and Don'ts of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Chances are, if you have planned a trip to Walt Disney World for the the Fall or Winter months you have considered buying a special party ticket for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party runs select nights at Magic Kingdom beginning mid-August through Halloween, then Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party kicks off after Halloween and runs through the Christmas season, also at Magic Kingdom park. The

Irene Vane
Aug 25, 20234 min read
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