Blog Posts Tagged Vacation

Pirates, Pals and Fireworks – A Magical Memory for the Entire Family!

8/20/2013 • Walt Disney World • Do you love watching the magical fireworks display above Cinderella’s Castle?  Looking to experience the magic in an entirely new way?  Walt Disney World offers its guest another memorable experience just outside the entrance of Magic Kingdom with its Pirates and Pals Fireworks Cruise.  Pirates and Pals Fireworks Cruises launch from the boat docks at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, located just outside the Magic Kingdom and conveniently located on the monorail system.  Cruises go out on Fridays through Mondays and are limited to 60 people, so advanced reservations are encouraged.  The voyage costs $69 for adults and $41 for children and characters are subject to change without notice.  Your evening starts with light snack and drinks and a visit from Captain Hook and Mr. Smee!!!  Once your children get their autographs and pictures with these two, your Captain “Patch” leads you to your boat for Disney trivia, storytelling and laughs.  As […]

Sail Away with the Pirates League!

7/30/2013 • Walt Disney World • Attention Swashbucklers!   Aye Matey!  Welcome to the Pirates League!!!  If you have a little Swashbuckler in your crew, then there is extra magic in store for them at the Pirate's League at Magic Kingdom Park.     Boys will beam while transforming into their favorite pirate from Captain "Jack Sparrow" to "Jake and the Neverland Pirates".  Girls will delight in becoming "Empress" or a chance to transform into a mermaid while visiting the Pirates League.   Even parents can be recruited into the Pirate League!!   Aspiring pirates wanting to join the league, must be 3 years of age and accompanied by an adult.  Swashbucklers must bring their own comb or brush and have their nails bare (if they are getting polish).  Plan on spending an hour at the Pirates League with your child being recreated into their pirate alter-ego.  Packages start at $34.95 doubloons and up, with Deluxe […]

8 Ways to Keep Cool In The Disney Heat

7/10/2013 • Tips, Walt Disney World • With summer upon us, the heat and humidity of Florida can send even the most southern of families screaming for a cool relief. We know you’ve been eagerly anticipating your Disney World vacation for months and we don’t want you to miss out on any of the fun that Disney has to offer because of the heat. Here are some tips to help you survive the hottest and most humid of Disney days: 1. Magic Hours Beat the Disney World Summer Heat Take advantage of Disney’s Extra Magic Hours. By staying on property at Disney, you qualify to go early or stay late at Disney’s parks. The extra magic hours are the coolest of times to visit the parks not to mention the least busy times. Not a morning or a late person? Go back to your hotel during the hottest part of the day to take a nap so that […]

71 Disney Memories In The Making part 3

7/2/2013 • Walt Disney World • And now the time has come for the conclusion of my Memories In The Making list.  I hope this has given you ideas for your own list and also helped you to realize all of the amazing and magical activities that are available to do/see/experience while at Walt Disney World.   58.  Ride the Maelstrom in Norway.  59.  Eat at Cinderella’s Castle.  60.  Ride Rock’n Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios.  61.  Stay at Disney’s Polynesian Resort.  62.  Play Sorcerer’s of the Magic Kingdom.  63.  Ride in the front row on Splash Mountain.  64.  Get picture taken with Wreck-It Ralph.  65.  Ride the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.  66.  Dine at Tony’s Town Square on Main Street U.S.A.  67.  Visit Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.  68.  Enjoy a Mickey Mouse shaped pretzel.  69.  Ride the new Star Tours:  The Adventure Continues.  70.  Eat dinner at Le Cellier Steakhouse in Epcot’s Canada.  71.  Ride Kali […]

Passport to the World

5/29/2013 • Walt Disney World • As a lover of Epcot, having my children enjoy World Showcase has always been important to me. Appreciating how other countries influence our world is easily forgotten. How wonderful it is that Disney hires cast members from the countries that are placed all around World Showcase. I want to encourage my children to talk with the people and learn something about them but my children are by nature very shy. This prompted my search into finding out what Disney offers for kids to learn and have fun while exploring World Showcase. For young children, simple and straight forward interaction is usually best. For purchase at Epcot, is an Epcot Passport package containing a passport booklet, multiple stickers for each country, and a button. If you have the initiative before you go for your vacation, you can also craft a passport at home with supplies purchased at a local craft store. […]

Pressed Pennies – Remember the Memories for 51 Cents!!!

5/7/2013 • Walt Disney World • Disney souvenirs are a “must” for any Disney vacation, but you don’t have to spend a fortune bringing home keepsakes from your Disney World vacation.  For 51 cents, you can have a treasured keepsake in your pocket! One of our favorite activities and souvenirs is collecting pressed pennies throughout Walt Disney World.   Children of all ages will find this to be an entertaining quest as they tour the parks, visit the shops and explore the various resort properties.   Pressed pennies (and quarters) can be found throughout all four theme parks, Downtown Disney, and all Walt Disney World resorts.We recommend bringing a roll of pennies and a couple of rolls of quarters with you so you have plenty of coins to press.  Children will love searching for penny presses while you tour the parks, visit the gift shops or explore the resorts.    If you want to spend a little extra money […]

Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom

4/25/2013 • Walt Disney World • Apprentices wanted at Walt Disney World!  Did you know that there is an interactive game included with your park admission to Magic Kingdom?  Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom is an interactive trading card adventure that kids of all ages will love that involves battling various Disney villains throughout Magic Kingdom's themed lands (except Tomorrowland) using special spell cards. To get started, guests need to check-in at the Main Street Firehouse, where you are given a specialized park map pointing out the various locations of the game, along with a Sorcerer Key card that activates the game screens and keeps track of your progress in the game, and a set of Spell Cards.   The main play areas are Magic Portals located throughout Magic Kingdom.  Merlin opens up the portal and allows you to interact with the characters and defend Magic Kingdom park from an army of Disney villains   To activate the […]

Epcot With Preschoolers – Fun for the Whole Family!

2/28/2013 • Walt Disney World • With all the attractions specifically for preschoolers at the other parks, Epcot seems like it might be a bore. But make no mistake, Epcot can be fun for adults and preschoolers alike! The Seas with Nemo and Friends is a great place to start with your little one. Climb aboard a Clamobile and have your preschooler find Nemo among the fish in the aquarium. When you are finished, take in a Turtle Talk with Crush – an interactive experience where the kids are integral to the show. Be sure to prepare your preschooler with a question they can ask Crush before they go in, so that they get an opportunity to be part of the show.  If some in your group want to take in some of the bigger rides, like Test Track or Mission Space, know there is a great indoor, air-conditioned area you can wait with your preschooler. […]

Magic on Main Street – The Harmony Barbershop

1/8/2013 • Walt Disney World • When visiting Walt Disney World, Main Street U.S.A. is an area NOT to be missed.  With all the excitement of characters and rides, sometimes Main Street U.S.A. is quickly bypassed. However,  there are "magical moments" on Main Street at Walt Disney World. One hidden treasure is the Harmony Barbershop on Main Street.  Reservations for resort guests can be made up to 180 day in advance, but walk-ins are also welcomed.  Early in the morning and during parades are a great time for walk-ins.  "First Haircuts" are their specialty, which includes a certificate to remember the experience, as well as "My 1st Haircut" mouse ears .  This package cost $18.00.  Confetti, colored hair gel and pixie dust for girls and pirate dust for boys are also available for an additional cost.  This full-service barbershop shouldn't be missed!  With the red and white barber pole outside to the antique cash register being […]

Disney Magic Happens Even With A Food Allergy

11/18/2012 • Walt Disney World • Can I visit Walt Disney World, enjoy all that it has to offer and still manage my child's food allergies when it is time to eat? YES! Walt Disney World can be enjoyed and your food allergies can be easily managed while visiting the parks. I visited Walt Disney World in May with my nephew, who has multiple severe food allergies, and found it easy to order tasty meals that he would enjoy.  Disney takes the stress and worry out of eating and snacking around the Magic Kingdom, even with a food allergy.  When making reservations at any of Disney's table-service restaurants, it is quick and easy to note a food allergy with your reservation.  You can also contact a Dietary Specialist at (407) 824-5967 or email specialdiets@disneyworld.com about your food allergies, dining reservations and any concerns you may have in meeting your dietary restrictions.  While ordering at counter-service locations, binders are available at […]