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12/17/2025 • Blog, Holidays & Events, Tips, Walt Disney World •
Jollywood Nights is Disney’s new after-hours holiday celebration at Hollywood Studios on select nights from early November to late December. This separately ticketed event blends old-Hollywood glamour with festive cheer, live entertainment, exclusive shows, holiday décor, fun food & drinks, characters, and even lower wait times on popular attractions. My family and I experienced Jollywood Nights this year for the first time, and we loved every minute of it! Hours: Enter as early as 5:30 PM, with the party running from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Tip: Some early nights sell out — like opening night! 🎉 Festive Entertainment for All Ages Jollywood Nights is packed with parties, shows, and experiences that keep the holiday spirit going all night long! ❄️ 🎭 Shows You Won’t Want to Miss Glisten! – A sparkling ice-skating spectacular right in front of the Chinese Theater, set to holiday classics and original music. Multiple showtimes […]
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10/23/2025 • 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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10/15/2025 • Adventures by Disney, Aulani, Blog, Cruises, Disneyland, Walt Disney World •
You know you want to travel with your grandchildren (and maybe their parents!) on a Disney vacation, but which Disney destination is going to fit your family’s personality best? From Walt Disney World in Florida, to Disneyland in California, from Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii to the Disney Cruise Line, and even Adventures by Disney trips around the globe—each option has something magical to offer for multigenerational families. The key is to match the experience to your family’s travel style, the ages of the kids, and how active you want your trip to be. Let’s explore which one fits your family best! Walt Disney World—The Ultimate Adventure for Active Families Walt Disney World is the best choice for very active grandparents with plenty of energy and time to travel. With four major theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom) plus two water parks, you could […]
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10/7/2025 • Blog, Disneyland, Tips, Walt Disney World •
Nothing quite compares to seeing Cinderella's Castle for the very first time...except maybe seeing it through your grandchild’s eyes. That spark of wonder, the unfiltered joy, the gasp of recognition when they spot their favorite character - this is the heart of Disney magic. And as a grandparent, you have the incredible opportunity to be part of those moments, right beside them. Even the youngest guests will delight in the music, colors, and surprises around every corner, and with thoughtful planning, this trip can become a memory they’ll remember forever - one filled with laughter, discovery, and you at the very center of it all. As someone who grew up visiting Disneyland with my grandmother, I can tell you firsthand: those trips leave a mark on your heart. Every memory of my childhood at the parks includes her whistling along to the music, chatting with the horticulturists outside "it’s a […]
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9/30/2025 • Walt Disney World •
Do you want to live like a pirate? You now have your chance in the all-new Beak and Barrel Tavern located right outside the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. This is a 45-minute immersive experience where you can enjoy a variety of specialty drinks focused on a pirate’s favorite beverage – rum. This experience does require advanced dining reservations, but note, this is not a meal. But you can order snacks off the menu, which provides 4 different options from the galley. We had the “Island Provisions” Plantain Chips, Blue Corn Tortillas, and Toasted Flatbread served with Mango Chutney, Garlic Chimichurri, Spiced Guava, and Zesty Cilantro Cream Dips, which was very good and definitely enough for 2 people as a snack. You may also not be given a seat during your experience. In fact, the location we were given was the bar, which was standing only. It worked fine for […]
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9/9/2025 • Walt Disney World •
Two parties. Two vibes. One magical holiday season! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights each offer their own sparkle—so which one should you choose? I was able to attend both parties and I’m excited to give you my honest assessment. Both bring holiday magic in their own unique way—but they’re very different experiences. Here’s what stood out at each party, and how to know which one is the right fit for your holiday style. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is the “original” officially debuting in 1983. This party is held at Magic Kingdom. With admission, guests can enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookie stations, themed shows and parades, character meet and greets in holiday outfits and with limited attendance, ride wait times were a little shorter. The vibe of this party was magical, but felt a little crowded and chaotic at times. Can’t Miss Event: Mickey’s Once […]
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7/29/2025 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
As you plan your Disney World vacation, one of the key decisions you'll have to make is how to manage your park access, Lightning Lane access, hotel keys, and more. Two of the most popular options are MagicBands+ and MagicMobile. MagicBand+ are wristbands that serve as an all-in-one device for your Disney experience, acting as your ticket, hotel key, and wallet for on-site purchases. MagicMobile turns your smartphone into a digital pass, offering similar features to the MagicBand but in digital format. What is MagicBand+? The MagicBand+ connects you to all the vacation choices that you made on the My Disney Experience app. You can use them to enter the parks (with valid admission), unlock your Disney Resort hotel room, access Lightning Lane reservations, and buy food/merchandise. MagicBand+ adds an extra touch of magic to your vacation throughout Walt Disney Worlds Resort. With customizable light-up themes to vibration and interaction […]
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7/15/2025 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
EPCOT has just raised the bar, literally. Tucked inside the legendary geodesic sphere of Spaceship Earth, the brand-new GEO-82 lounge is making waves as the park’s newest upscale escape for adults 21+. With skyline views, inventive cocktails, and globally inspired small plates, this hidden gem is already becoming a must-visit for guests. Whether you’re winding down after a day of park-hopping or starting your evening with flair, GEO-82 brings elevated flavors and laid-back luxury to the heart of EPCOT. 🍸 Sip in Style The drink menu at GEO-82 is anything but ordinary. From barrel-aged classics to modern takes on zero-proof favorites, every cocktail is crafted with care and just the right amount of showmanship. Signature sips include: Brown Butter Old Fashioned made with brown butter–infused bourbon Clarified New York Sour that is smooth, citrusy, and beautifully balanced Manhattan in the Morning a zero-proof cocktail with bold coffee notes and elevated […]
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5/27/2025 • Blog, Walt Disney World •
Planning a trip to Disney World isn’t just about booking tickets, selecting your resort, or making dining reservations. It is about immersing yourself in the magic, the stories, and the wonder of Disney! But if you’ve never seen the movie, how can you fully appreciate the attraction? To make the most of your upcoming trip, I’ve put together a list of the top 10 movies that will get you excited for Disney World! 1. Toy Story Watching the Toy Story movies will help you become completely immersed in the details of Toy Story Land, which is in Hollywood Studios. In Toy Story land, you will feel as if you are a toy in Andy’s backyard. You have a chance to meet Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and even see the Green Army Men! You can ride Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers, and Toy Story Mania. You can also head over to […]
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4/29/2025 • Blog, Universal Studios Orlando, Walt Disney World •
There are so many people on a Walt Disney World vacation that add to the magical feeling of your vacation that it’s easy to get confused on who to tip and how much is appropriate to thank them for helping you out so here’s a list of people to thank and general ranges for appropriate amounts to help answer your questions. Transportation Once you arrive in Orlando, if you are not renting a car, as many people don’t, you need to get to your resort and may have a rideshare driver, a shuttle service, or a private car driver. Rideshare apps will give you some options for tipping, usually 15-25%. Shuttle service drivers are usually tipped for handling your baggage – usually $1-3 per bag. Lastly, private drivers should be tipped between 15-25% of your ride fare of which some companies will charge an amount in advance. Bring along cash […]
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