Morning people and night owls can play longer and harder during Disney's Extra Magic Hours. Let's talk about the great Disney debate: morning vs evening extra magic hours. People are pretty passionate about their preference and I can't say I blame them. Chris and I are hardcore night owls and ...
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Tips for Using the My Disney Experience App at Disney
Did you know that the My Disney Experience App is one of the most VALUABLE things you can have for your vacation? It's free and you can carry it with you wherever you go. Crowds of people walking around, not paying attention to where they're going, all staring at their cell phones. Sounds like ...
Customize Your Disney Magic Bands with Vinyl
Get ready to show your Disney side with custom Disney Magic Bands! All you need is 20 minutes, a Silhouette Machine, and some vinyl. Trust me, you'll end up with a new craft obsession and some truly nerdy wrist-wear. As if I really needed another obsession but.....I found one. Let's just add ...
Surviving Summers at Disney (the mini-series!)
Surviving summers at Disney World doesn't have to be a miserable experience! If you go in with a plan you'll be able to get the most out of your trip and have a great time, despite the intense Florida heat! There are three things you should know about summers at the Disney parks: It's hot, ...
10 Reasons You Shouldn’t Skip Epcot When You Have Kids
Are you one of those people who thinks you should skip Epcot when you have kids? DON'T! Epcot is incredibly kid-friendly (and adult friendly!) with so much to do and see that your little one's will have a blast all day long. I may have mentioned this before (like, a hundred times) but I hated ...
16 Disney Shirts to Make with Your Silhouette
You need these Disney Shirts to Make with Your Silhouette for your next Disney vacation! They're quick, easy, and perfect conversation starters for character meet-and-greets! We're headed to Disney! Well, not quite yet but we do have a trip coming up. Which means I've been all over Pinterest ...
15 Things to Celebrate at Disney World in 2018
If you're planning a family vacation this year, these 15 reasons to celebrate at Disney World in 2018 are the perfect excuse to head to the parks! Every year there's something new at Disney World that Chris and I look forward to. This year there are so many new things coming to the parks and a ...
More Than 60 Things To Do with Toddlers at Disney
Going to Disney World isn't just for older kids, toddlers can have fun too! If you're planning a trip to Disney World, these 60 things to do with toddlers at Disney will help you plan a fun and stress-free day at the parks! When Chris and I first started taking our little boy to Disney we had a ...
7 Essentials You Need to Pack for Toddlers at Disney
Over the years I've tried to perfect our WDW packing list to bring only the basics and have come up with the best 7 essentials to pack for toddlers at Disney, without overpacking our car. I know I always talk about the fun side of Disney vacations, but have I ever told you there's a dark ...
What You Need to Know About Disney’s Pandora
Its always exciting when there are new rides at the parks, and Disney's Pandora does not disappoint! Years ago, when Avatar first came to the big screen I was not impressed. I know, I know. How could I say such a thing?! It was the grown-up version of Fern Gully (which I LOVED as a kid!) and the ...
Ten Perks of a Disney Annual Passholder
We always look for ways to save money on Disney vacations and have found ways to save big bucks as a Disney Annual Passholder! Every little bit helps, and these 10 perks are great ways to have fun and keep some money in our pockets. This post was updated on March 16, 2018 Each year around ...
Five Disney Packing Tips To Keep You Organized
Stay organized while planning your next vacation with these five Disney packing tips! As much as I like to believe that I'm a semi-pro at planning a Disney vacation, there is one thing that I just cannot deny: I suck at being a light packer. If you've ever seen Chris and I bring stuff into the ...
Why You Need to Visit Disney World in 2017
There are so many new things coming to Disney this year that you need to plan to visit Disney World in 2017 to experience them all! Chris and I always try to schedule our Disney trips around openings of new attractions. The past few years have brought a lot of changes to Disney World (have you ...
Five Rides That Are Better at Disneyland
There's no denying that there are a few rides that are better at Disneyland! Because sometimes, you just can't beat an original. It's not very often that I get to go to Disneyland. In fact, I think that in the almost eight years that I've known Chris I've only been four times. So when we were ...
Disney Resort Perks You Need To Know About
Staying on Disney property is so worth it! Keep reading to find out about all the awesome Disney Resort Perks they offer. Post updated on 10/1/17 Every time we go to Disney we stay on-property. Chris has tried to get me to stay off-site before but I'm always pretty insistent on staying at one of ...
Six Tips for What Not To Do at MNSSHP
Heading to Disney for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party? Check out this what not to do at MNSSHP guide and plan your trip BEFORE you go! Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party is in full swing at Disney and I am super excited about it! Special events at Disney are always my favorite, because ...
How to Keep Your Kids Happy at Disney
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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MagicalFamilyFirsts #CollectiveBias When we first started going to Walt Disney World with our now one year old it was tough. As first-time parents we didn't really understand just how crucial ...
The Complete Guide to Watching Parades at Disney World
Are you planning to visit Disney's Magic Kingdom park for a day? Plan ahead and get the complete guide to watching parades at Disney World! One of my favorite ways to relax at Disney is to sit around and wait for shows. Chris's idea of relaxing is to either head back to the resort or head for a ...
How to Pack a Minimalist Disney Diaper Bag
Pack the perfect Disney diaper bag with Huggies Little Snugglers diapers & other essentials to keep your load light and your little ones happy all day long. Traveling with young kids is quite the adventure. When Chris and I took our little guy to Disney World last month I was so nervous about ...
Five Common Disney Planning Mistakes
Plan a fun and stress-free Disney vacation by avoiding these five common Disney planning mistakes that every Disney goer has made at least once! Before Chris and I became Disney pros (and I use the word pro very loosely here) we made a lot of mistakes. From packing to planning our Disney ...
The HUGE Disney Travel Roundup
Find every tip and trick you'll need to plan your perfect Disney vacation with the tips and tricks in this HUGE Disney travel roundup post! With the summer season comes a three month break from Disney for Chris and I. We're not huge fans of the overcrowded parks or the crazy humidity which means ...
Five Tips for Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade
Don't miss out on Disney's Festival of Fantasy parade! Be less stressed and have more fun with these simple tips to get the most out of the show. Chris and I have two different philosophies when it comes to doing Disney; I love to stop and watch the parades and fireworks shows and he would much ...
Allergy-Friendly Treats at Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival
You must try these six delicious allergy-friendly treats at Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival! There are two things I love doing at Disney: taking pictures and eating the food. While most of the year I get by on churros and cream cheese filled pretzels (which are discontinued by the ...
Five Must-Do’s At Disney With an Infant
Are you not sure what to do at Disney with a baby? These are five fun and simple must-do's you MUST DO at Disney with an infant! Y'all, I am so excited that we're taking the little one to Disney this week! It'll be our first big trip as a family of three and I cannot wait to see how he'll react ...