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2/25/2025 • Blog, Tips, Walt Disney World •
Arriving at Walt Disney World is always exciting, but what if you don’t have park tickets for your first day? No worries! There are plenty of magical ways to kick off your vacation before stepping into the theme parks. Here are 10 things to do on your arrival day in 2025 that will set the tone for an unforgettable trip. 1. Splash into a Disney Water Park for Free New for 2025, Disney resort guests receive complimentary admission to a water park on their arrival day! Whether it’s Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon, this is an incredible perk that lets you start your trip with thrilling water slides, lazy rivers, and wave pools—without using a theme park ticket. Special Note: Be sure to arrange your flight and arrival time to take advantage of this great perk! 2. Explore Your Disney Resort Your Disney resort is more than just a place […]
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2/11/2025 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
Explore the wonders of water based on the Disney-animated movie Moana at Epcot's Journey of Water attraction. Located in the World of Nature section of the park, guests of all ages can follow along with magical encounters with water as you learn about the global water cycle in an engaging environment. 1. You may get wet! - The Journey of Water is an interactive experience, where you can play with water. From making music with water to making water "dance", this will be a favorite for any Moana fan. There are designated wet and dry path options as you move throughout this walk-through attraction. Wheelchairs and service animals must remain on the dry path only. There is a splash pad feature towards the end of the trail, which means some guests decide to get really wet! It's a perfect way to beat the heat and cool off, especially in the summer! 2. Not a Meet and Greet! - The […]
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8/28/2024 • Blog, Tips, Walt Disney World •
12 EPCOT Photo Locations You Need to Visit! EPCOT is full of amazing locations to capture fantastic memories for your family photo album or your social media accounts. While some are easy to identify, like Spaceship Earth, there are many hidden gems throughout the park that make spectacular backdrops for your vacation photos. Checkout these 12 photo spots on your next visit to Epcot! 1. Spaceship Earth - The icon of this park, Spaceship Earth can be seen and photographed in various locations in the park due to its size (It's 180 feet tall!!). With themed garden beds as you enter the park, this always makes this location a "must do" on any visit to Epcot. Plan to get pictures both during the day and night as it twinkles and changes colors at night. 2. Bubble Gum Wall (#bubblegumwall) - This location continues to be a trend for park goers and their photos! […]
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6/25/2024 • Blog, Disneyland •
Disneyland is known for being the original family theme park- for classic characters and attractions that we all know and love. Disneyland’s Pixar Fest is a new, in-park experience with some of the more recent characters you love in the most magical of settings- Disneyland Park and Disney’s California Adventure. From now until August 4, you can catch your favorite Pixar characters at several specially themed events daily. In Disney’s California Adventure, make sure you catch the daily parade, “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” in Pixar Pier with Pixar-themed floats, songs, and characters. From UP, to Luca, to Inside Out- there you will see more than two dozen fun and rare characters to see in the parade each day! There’s just nothing like a Disney parade, and with this Pixar twist, it’s a parade like no other! Disney California’s Adventure is also the place to be if you’ve brought […]
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6/19/2024 • Blog, Cruises, Tips •
Royal Caribbean has done it again with the launch of their newest mega-ship, the Utopia of the Seas. As a part of their groundbreaking Oasis Class, this ship promises to redefine luxury and adventure on the high seas. But what makes Utopia of the Seas so exciting and new? Let’s dive in and explore the wonders awaiting guests on this floating utopia. What’s New and Exciting? 1. Innovative Design and Technology: Utopia of the Seas boasts a revolutionary design that blends elegance with cutting-edge technology. The ship is sleek and modern with lots of open spaces, offering guests breathtaking ocean views. Utilizing liquified natural gas (LNG) to power the ship, it will be one of the most eco-friendly cruise ships on the seas. 2. Record-Breaking Features: This ship boasts some of the largest and most impressive features at sea. Highlights include: • Ultimate Abyss: The tallest slide at sea for […]
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6/5/2024 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
It's almost time for some not-so-spooky and frightful fun! This year's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be on select nights from August 9th to October 31st, 2024, from 7:00 PM to midnight. Prepare yourself for the spellbinding treats that you've grown to love, along with some new tricks that are up Mickey's sleeves. A crowd favorite, The Sanderson Sisters, will host a wickedly fun celebration at the Cinderella Castle center stage. Mickey's Boo-To-You Halloween Parade will once again march down Main Street, USA with dastardly villains, ghastly ghouls and other iconic Characters donning their Halloween best. Oh, but beware of hitchhiking ghosts! Young kids, and kids at heart, can once again Trick-or-Treat throughout the Park. Fill your bag with sweet treats as you travel from land to land. Allergy-Friendly options are also available. Cast Members will have a special, teal-colored treat bag. When you trick-or-treat with your teal bag, you’ll […]
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5/7/2024 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
After you enter Epcot and take your picture by Spaceship Earth, the big golf ball, everyone rushes to their favorite attractions. Test Track, Soarin’, and Frozen Ever After to name a few. What some people don’t realize is that there’s a lot of really cool hands-on areas as well as having the opportunity to not only learn more about our world, but there’s also a lot to learn about some of the different countries that are part of our world. Epcot consists of World Celebration, World Nature, World Discovery, and World Showcase. Within World Celebration, you’ll be able to learn about the history of innovation over the centuries while riding along in Spaceship Earth. It also includes Journey Into Imagination With Figment attraction and hands on activities within the Imagination Institute. Here you’re encouraged to stay and play with sensory activities and games that spark creativity. World Nature encompasses all […]
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3/26/2024 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
Going to Walt Disney World on an adults-only trip is an experience that must be enjoyed by all Disney fans. While you may miss the children for a few moments, there are some great experiences that you must try with your significant other or best friends. Here are some of my favorite activities on an adults-only trip. Jellyrolls – A dueling piano bar located on the Boardwalk, Jellyrolls is the place to hang out with your friends and enjoy top entertainment. With 2 piano virtuosos taking requests from the audience, grab a drink, make a request, and sing along for an evening filled with fun. Be sure to get there early for a seat as the bar fills to standing by 9pm each night and bring along small bills to give the players for those musical requests. Disney’s Tours - Touring Disney’s parks behind the scenes allows guests to see […]
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3/12/2024 • Tips, Walt Disney World •
Let’s embark on a journey into the enchanting world of Disney Springs—a hidden treasure at Disney World often overlooked by first-time visitors. Consider this your Disney Springs 101 lesson, where we'll navigate through its dynamic history, diverse geography, culinary wonders, shopping extravaganzas, and the latest in entertainment. Lesson 1: The Evolution of Disney Springs Our journey commences in 1975 when Disney introduced Lake Buena Vista Village, originally envisioned for on-property residents. Fast forward to 1989, and the area transformed into Pleasure Island, catering to adult nightlife. Over the years, it underwent several name changes, eventually becoming the beloved Downtown Disney District in 1995. The most recent transformation occurred on November 18, 2010, giving birth to Disney Springs—a themed town inspired by a twentieth-century waterside town. Lesson 2: Navigating Disney Springs Disney Springs is divided into four distinct themed areas: -The Landing -The Marketplace -The Westside -Town Center Each area contributes […]
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12/12/2023 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
Get wrapped up in the spirit of the holiday season and feel the magic at Special Ticketed Holiday Events at the theme parks. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Mickey's Very Merry Christmas party is an annual special ticketed event at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This festive celebration offers many holiday-themed entertainment and experiences for visitors of all ages. One of the party's highlights is the enchanting Christmas parade featuring beloved Disney characters dressed in their most festive holiday attire. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and iconic characters make their way down Main Street, spreading holiday cheer and joy. Experience a memorable Christmas fireworks display that lights up the sky with dazzling colors and holiday-themed projections. Complimentary cookies and cocoa warm your heart and enhance the holiday spirit. Pose with Mickey and his pals dressed in festive holiday attire to capture the perfect pictures. While enjoying all the […]
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