Blog Posts Tagged on property

Yak & Yeti Table Service Restaurant

7/20/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • Incredible Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park One of the best tips for making the most of your time at Walt Disney World is to stay in the parks for your meals.  While there are many great table service selections in Epcot, Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, there are only a handful available in Animal Kingdom.  With the new Pandora expansion, more and more guests are wanting to spend time in Animal Kingdom so a table service meal inside the park is usually the best way to have a meal break without wasting time traveling to another part of Walt Disney World. I'm introducing you to one of my favorite spots to grab a bite to eat - Yak & Yeti!   Nestled in the Asia section of Animal Kingdom lies one of the most overlooked restaurants in all of Walt Disney World: The Yak & the Yeti. This restaurant […]

Walt Disney World 101: A Guide for First Time Guests

7/4/2017 • Holidays & Events, Reviews, Tips, Walt Disney World • {Or if it’s your first trip in a long time!} I recently took my family on a mini vacation to an amusement park.  I had not been there since I was a child.  While I have planned 100’s of Disney vacations planning this destination for my family gave me a reality check to how my clients feel when they are planning for a first {or first time in a really long time} visit to Disney World! Today, I’m sharing my answers to the top questions I receive from first time guests or guest that are trying to get back into the swing of planning a Disney World Vacation. Top 10 Questions From First Time Disney World Guests Why Use a Me and the Mouse Travel Specialist?  I kind of joked with my husband that I wish I had a “me” to call when planning our trip to Cedar Point.  I had […]

Top 5 Reasons To Visit Walt Disney World BEFORE Your Disney Cruise!

6/8/2017 • Cruises, Tips, Walt Disney World • The anticipation of a Disney Cruise can be grand. There’s so much to plan, and for most travelers, it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Your Me and The Mouse Travel Specialist will guide you in the best options for your travel party: before, during, and after your cruise.  One such option, is visiting the Walt Disney World Resort for a few days before embarking on your cruise that leaves from a Floridian port!   There are benefits to visiting the Most Magical Place On Earth BEFORE your cruise… Here are the Top Five!    You will be too relaxed (and tired) to visit the Walt Disney Resort after your cruise! Cruising changes your mood, and changes your routine, to a Hakuna Matata lifestyle!  To then switch gears and amp up for a theme park visit is exhausting. Rest your tired feet, be pampered, and end your vacation refreshed!    By arriving […]

Disney Springs 101

6/6/2017 • Reviews, Tips, Walt Disney World • During discussions with my clients I often bring up visiting Disney Springs while on vacation.  I have uncovered that many Disney first timers were unaware of this not-so-hidden oasis at Disney World.  So the homeschool mom in me has put together today’s lesson: Disney Springs 101.   Lesson 1: The History behind Disney Springs This area of Disney World opened on March 22, 1975 as Lake Buena Vista Village and was Disney’s first shopping area.  The shopping area was actually set up to serve residents who were supposed to be living on Disney property.  The plans changed and with that so did the name and purpose of Lake Buena Vista Village.   The first name change took place in 1977 to Walt Disney World Village and the idea behind it now was to keep Disney guests on Disney property.  With that idea in hand Walt Disney World Village transformed into […]

Disney’s Copper Creek Villas at Wilderness Lodge

5/23/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • You won't want to miss out on this incredible resort! I am so excited about Disney’s villas Copper Creek at the Wilderness Lodge Resort.  They are brand new and beautiful!  Rooms ranges from deluxe studios, one to three bedroom villas, and 26 private waterfront bungalows. If you’re looking to add some extra magic on your next Disney World vacation, this right up your alley! One great thing about Copper Creek is that they are able to accommodate nearly any size family! The deluxe studio and one-bedroom villa can accommodate up to four guests. The two bedroom can sleep up to eight guests and the three-bedroom grand villa can accommodate up to twelve guests. These spaces will make you feel right at home. All of the villas come with a fully equipped kitchen, stacked washer and dryer, and jetted tub. It’s perfect for the whole family! Want to spend some time […]

Tri-Circle-D Ranch Family Fun!

4/21/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground If you are looking for something literally “off the beaten path” on your next Walt Disney World vacation, your search is over! The Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is perfect for the younger crowd and is the perfect place for memory making!   Being a local Floridian people think that we go to Disney every day. I’m sure that if it was up to my daughter we would!  However, in reality, and for the sake of the Magical experience becoming commonplace, we treat every trip like a mini vacation.  We stumbled upon the Tri-Circle-D Ranch on one of our many “staycations”.  My family of five found Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground to be perfect. Our cabin was a great fit for all five of us. Our cabin had a full kitchen and an eating area both inside and […]

Resort Spotlight: Loews Royal Pacific at Universal Orlando

4/20/2017 • Reviews, Universal Studios • Staying “on property” at Universal Orlando definitely has its perks, but what you might not expect is the high quality of their hotels.  I had the pleasure of staying at Loews Royal Pacific during my last visit and had one of my most enjoyable hotel stays to date in Orlando. Loews Royal Pacific is a tropical, “South Pacific” themed resort just tenths of a mile away from the entrance of Islands of Adventure.  While you are just walking distance away from Universal Studios, you feel a surprising sense of peace and relaxation in this gorgeous resort hotel. Room types include water view and garden view rooms available with one king bed or two queens at 335 square feet as well as suites, including the popular Jurassic Park kids’ suites. These rooms provide an incredibly comfortable night’s rest so you are refreshed and ready for Early Entry to the Wizarding World the […]

Resort Spotlight: Port Orleans – Riverside Resort

3/6/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside Resort is a moderate level resort with the feel of a deluxe. Once you step foot onto the property, you immediately get the impression you are in a Louisiana port city with southern mansions. The setting is peaceful and convenient. The parks are a short ride via Disney bus service with bus stops located throughout the resort. This makes transportation easy and near the guest rooms. You are also conveniently located to Disney Springs, which can be accessed via boat. It is a wonderful way to end the day with a peaceful boat ride to and from a nice dinner at Disney Springs. The rooms are well appointed and I found they were very quiet. Even with 2 queen size beds, there was ample room and very comfortable. Exploring the property is a must-do while staying at Port Orleans.  You can take a stroll is […]

Resort Spotlight: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

2/21/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World • Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a one-of-kind destination at Walt Disney World.  Its views of exotic animals grazing on nearby savannas, guests will feel as if they have escaped on an authentic Safari adventure! This deluxe resort property is located near Animal Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World.  The African-inspired resort gives guests the opportunity to view grazing exotic wildlife outside their rooms and public areas within the resort. This leaves guests feeling as if they are staying on the African savanna. The rooms can accommodate up to 4 guests, plus one child under age 3. They are available with either a king-size bed, two queen-size beds, or one queen-size bed and bunk beds. Amenities include room service, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers, coffee makers and refrigerators.  Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge also has guest suites and Concierge Level accommodations. This offer access to the Kilimanjaro Club lounge, robes, turndown service and the opportunity to participate in two unique […]

Staying Active in Disney to Minimize Scale Shock

1/2/2017 • Tips, Walt Disney World • With the new year comes the promise of a better us, spiritually or physically.  Then people start to think…’how can I be healthy in Disney?’.  I’m the LAST person to give you advice on eating healthy while in Disney.  I am there to indulge in the yummy goodness that the amazing culinary cast members produce and I enjoy every minute of it! What I can give you advice on, is how to stay physically active so those calories and carbs you consume can have less of an effect on your waistline. WALK! You cannot help but do this at Disney, you walk everywhere!  Track your steps and wear a pedometer (I’d wear one instead of using a pedometer app to preserve your phone’s battery life).  Just by doing your daily vacation agenda, you can burn a ton of calories.  I clocked over 10 miles PER DAY on my last trip! […]