Category Archives: Tips

Crafting for Mickey: Custom Stencil Shirts

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Kathy

I’ve posted one way to make your own custom t-shirts for your Disney trip using an iron-on technique, but today, I’d like to talk about using a stencil technique to craft your own shirts. Materials: plain t-shirt transparency paper fabric … Continue reading →

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Tips: Adults Doing “Kid Stuff”

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Kathy

Hang around the various Disney park fan forums long enough (though it won’t take long) and you’ll see a variant of the following question: “Is it okay if I, as a grown adult, do [something they think it just for … Continue reading →

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Tips: Surviving the Rain at WDW

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Kathy

Rain is an unavoidable fact of life down here in Central Florida, and it causes a lot of people to head for the park exits. However, if you can stick it out and keep going, you’re going to find shorter … Continue reading →

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Magical Moments and Giving Back to Cast Members

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Kathy

Picture this: You’re in one of the Disney parks and a cast member goes out of their way to make your trip a little more magical. Maybe they make a special fuss over your child who is dressed as their … Continue reading →

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Tips: Last Minute Reservations at WDW Table Service Restaurants

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Kathy

I’ve mentioned before that it’s possible to have some luck walking up to even some of the more popular WDW restaurants if you show up at “off” times, especially if you ask about openings right as the restaurant is beginning … Continue reading →

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Events: Noticing Special Events and Activities in the Parks

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Kathy

For fans of Disney Parks, it’s pretty easy to be aware of the big yearly events that take place in the parks, like Star Wars Weekends, the Food and Wine Festival, and the Flower and Garden Festival. There are many … Continue reading →

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Tips: Preparing Your Kids for their First Trip

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Kathy

There are so many great experiences you can have as a family at Walt Disney World, but for every child you see with a huge grin plastered on their face, you can find another having a difficult moment. It’s a … Continue reading →

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Local Status: Love Bugs

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Kathy

I thought I would post a quick update for any of you coming for a trip soon to note that the late spring flight of love bugs is now upon us. (Click that link for information on love bugs if … Continue reading →

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Tips: Getting Through the Bag Check Line

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Kathy

The “No Bag” Option The fastest way to get through the bag check line, and forgive me if this is a little too zen, is to not go through the bag check at all. If you can travel light enough … Continue reading →

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Attraction Tips: Haunted Mansion

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Kathy

I first experienced the Haunted Mansion in Disneyland as a three month old child. (Though, to my utter shock, I have no memory of the event.) Something must have sunk in on those first few rides, though, because I’ve loved … Continue reading →

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