Today in the Mouse House
Best Resort for a No-Parks Disney Vacation
Welcome to those of you joining me from My Dreams of Disney and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail. Most of the time when families are planning a Disney World vacation, their main focus is on making sure they have plenty of time to spend in Disney’s four incredible theme parks. And why not? The world-class attractions, live performers, shows, parades, fireworks and more that make visiting the Disney parks such an {Read More}
26.2 for Pete’s 26th
Welcome to those of you joining me from My Dreams of Disney and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 2nd stop on our Magical Blogorail. Well, it’s official. I have registered to run the Walt Disney World Marathon–for the second time–on January 11, 2015. As everyone knows, I love Disney World and I could pop down there several times a year with pleasure. This time, however, it wasn’t love for The Mouse that was the impetus behind my decision. {Read More}
My Magic Plus 101 – Everything You Need to Know About Disney’s Newest Invention
In the summer of 2013, the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida began testing a brand new program called My Magic Plus (My Magic+), an almost $2-billion technology that has been in the works for quite some time. The goal of this program is to allow resort guests to have a completely personalized experience during their Disney vacations by creating customized itineraries and plans for their trips. Initially, a small percentage of visitors staying at select Disney resorts were able {Read More}
Planning Your Disney Vacation
Fighting the Dark Side in Flip Flops
During our first couple of trips as a family to Walt Disney World, Hollywood Studios was the one park we left off of our itinerary. At first it was because I thought that the attractions focused mostly on thrill rides that my girls were too small to … [continue reading...]
5 Fun Arrival Day Ideas!
You're finally here--Walt Disney World! After months (or weeks!) of planning, you have arrived at the Most Magical Place on Earth, brimming with excitement but also a bit tired from your day of travel. One of the questions I get asked quite … [continue reading...]
Choosing Your Disney Resort
Best Resort for a No-Parks Disney Vacation
Welcome to those of you joining me from My Dreams of Disney and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail. Most of the time when families are planning a Disney World vacation, their main focus is on making sure … {continue reading...}
Great Disney Pools – What’s All the Fuss About Stormalong Bay?
Welcome to those of you joining me from Heidi's Head and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail and this month, in honor of summer begin almost here, we're sharing our favorite Disney pools! Often … {continue reading...}
All About Disney Dining
Outdoor Kitchen Tour – Delicious Snacks at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival
Welcome to those of you joining me from Two Moms and a Mouse and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the final stop on our Magical Blogorail. Spring in Epcot means one thing--the stunning International Flower and Garden Festival that blooms … [continue reading...]
Disney News
New #MagicatPlay Jumping Beans Line at Kohl’s
In just a few days my girls and I are headed to California for this year's Disney Social Media Moms Celebration in Disneyland. This annual conference is one of the most celebrated among social media mavens and only a small number of bloggers are … [continue reading...]
Extra Disney Magic
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique 101
You see them all over Disney World--little princesses sporting a glittery, tiara-adorned up-do and a rosy-pink sash, the telltale accoutrements of a visit to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. My youngest daughter stared after these children longingly … [continue reading...]
Disney Social Media Moms
The Mom-Work Balancing Act
I've been thinking for a long time about what I call "feathering my empty nest" even though with three girls ages 11, 9, & 7 my nest is far from empty. Still, it will be empty in the not-so-far-off future and I don't want to be shucking and … [continue reading...]