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DisneyBounding: What Is It And How Ca...

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Whether you’ve never been to the parks, or you’re annual pass holders, you may not be aware of a trend within the inner circle of Disney fanatics. It’s called DisneyBounding. It’s very simple – take the “essence” of your favorite character and using pieces of your own wardrobe (to that of a friend) you simply […]

What Is A Fish Extender?

What Is A Fish Extender?

So maybe you’ve heard of a fish extender. I know what you’re thinking. What’s a fish and why am I extending it? Simply put, a fish extender (abbreviated as FE) is a Disney tradition that is observed by some enthusiasts but not ALL.  On the outside of every Disney cabin is a metal “fish” that […]

Disney Magic 3-Night Bahamian Cruise:...

Disney Magic 3-Night Bahamian Cruise: Captain’s Log Day 2

It’s a beautiful morning in the middle of the ocean. We’re on Day 2 of our 3-Night Bahamian (kid-free!) cruise. I am the early riser of the family, so I got up to check out the view.  At this point, it’s about 5:30 in the morning and we aren’t near a dock. I’m going to […]

Magic Band Testing Dates for MyMagic+

Magic Band Testing Dates for MyMagic+

For my clients who are traveling this fall, here are some dates to help you know if your resort will be included in My Magic Band testing: October 7 to October 31 2013 Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort October 14 to October 31 2013 Disney’s All-Star […]

Disney Magic 3-Night Bahamian Cruise:...

Disney Magic 3-Night Bahamian Cruise: Captain’s Log, Day 1

It dawned on me that so many of our friends have never sailed on a Disney cruise. In fact here’s a confession for you: GARY (as in, Wish Upon A Star With Karen and GARY) has never sailed before. Chalk it up to a fear of leaving solid ground, he has never sailed with me […]

What’s New Wednesday: 2015 is r...

What’s New Wednesday: 2015 is released in 2 weeks, Frozen Summer, and Caribbean Beach’s New Queen Beds!

We interrupt this summer break to tell you What’s New Wednesday! (Don’t worry, I’ll keep it short and sweet so you can get back to the pool!) First and foremost, I have a TON of you that are asking for 2015 dates for your reservation! I am so happy to announce that they will release […]

What’s New Wednesday: Sounds Of...

What’s New Wednesday: Sounds Of Summer Concert Series Begins, A New Dole Whip?, A New Home For Tinkerbell, Festival of the Lion King Returns, AND A Brand New Sweepstakes, Be The 8th Miner!

What’s New This Wednesday?  In EPCOT, the Sounds of Summer Concert Series continues for another year! This year, check out: June 8-14 Hotel California ~ A Salute to the Eagles June 15-21 Don’t Stop Believin’ ~ Journey Tribute Band June 22-28 Good Vibrations ~ A Tribute to The Beach Boys June 29-July 5 Don’t Look […]

Theme Park Thursday: EPCOT

Theme Park Thursday: EPCOT

It’s Theme Park Thursday, where we spotlight something about one of our favorite parks. I recently had a mom ask me “I’ve got a 10 year old boy. Is he going to find EPCOT boring?” Well absolutely not! Here are some things that you may not know about this park: She Says:  There are rides […]

Free Dining Is Back For Fall 2014 At ...

Free Dining Is Back For Fall 2014 At Walt Disney World

Well, rumors have been swirling for months but it’s finally official that Free Dining has returned for Fall 2014 at Walt Disney World.  I know your next question will be, “What are the dates?” Well here are the official details: Disney Visa holders can book starting on May 2, and the general public can book […]

What’s New Wednesday: Doc McStu...

What’s New Wednesday: Doc McStuffins, Hopping Added to FastPass+, a Brand New Dedication for the Seven Dwarfs, and Hollywood Studios’ Birthday!

What’s new this Wednesday? First, Doc McStuffins, that lovable little girl who fixes boo boos and ouchies from all her favorite animals in her playhouse clinic will be making meeting and greeting her favorite little fans in Disney California Adventure Park, beginning May 5th! Her appearances are expected to last through the end of July, […]

What’s New Wednesday Part 1: St...

What’s New Wednesday Part 1: Star Wars Dining During Star Wars Weekends at Hollywood Studios

For all my Star Wars Fans out there, Disney is doing something brand new this year – Star Wars-themed Character meals for a limited time!  (Pick yourselves up off the floor so you can keep reading!)  Booking begins TODAY for Star Wars Character Meals. The meals will start effective May 4th, and features dining at […]

What’s New Wednesday: FastPasse...

What’s New Wednesday: FastPasses, Horses, and Dragons, Oh My!

As usual, we have lots of news coming your way on this What’s New Wednesday. At Disney World: First, there are now officially NO “Legacy” FastPasses in the Disney World parks! For my travelers who were able to “double dip” during the initial testing phase – yay for you! FastPass+ has now been expanded to […]

2014 Resolution: Plan a Vacation to D...

2014 Resolution: Plan a Vacation to Disney World!

People have all sorts of resolutions. Lose weight. Be organized. Play nice. Eat in more, eat out less. You get the idea. Here’s one of my favorites: Have some time to sit back, relax, and chill out with those you love. Otherwise known as a vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth! This is one […]

Navigating the Parks For Newbies, Par...

Navigating the Parks For Newbies, Part 1, Getting Into the Parks

There are lots of things you should know on your first trip to Disney World! First of all, there are FOUR parks in Disney World. People who have never been before sometimes think the picture of the castle IS Disney World but it’s just one park. This info applies to all four parks! Arrival: People […]

Offsite Guests Testing FastPass+ for ...

Offsite Guests Testing FastPass+ for Animal Kingdom, and a New Lineup at Hollywood and Vine

If you follow my Wish Upon A Star page, you know that on Wednesdays we do a little thing called “What’s New Wednesday”. I polled a couple of clients this week and we decided together that I would also start posting WNWs here, so they’d be easy to find if they got lost in FB […]