36 Things To Do at Magic Kingdom, an Insider’s Guide
We made a quick trip down to St. Pete earlier this year. Disney wasn’t on the itinerary. While planning the trip, I got on the My Disney Experience app and started tracking wait times, flirting with grabbing an extra day to get a quick Walt Disney fix. I wanted just…
Is Islands of Adventure Worth It? 8 Best Features, Ranked
Like many things in life, the question of value is a relative one. There have been many times I’ve had buyer’s remorse on a new purchase and questioned whether I got a sufficient emotional return on my investment. But have I ever regretted spending money on a theme park vacation for myself or my…
A Sneak Peek of Epic Universe, Here’s What We Know
Major theme park operators have learned a thing or two this century. The successes of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the Universal Studios Florida parks and the success of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge and Pandora in Walt Disney World have proven that immersive IP (intellectual property) driven lands…
Is Disney World Moving? An Analysis of the Possible New Locations
Every day, I get up in the morning to come to work and turn on the computer only to be greeted by the latest headlines in the ongoing fracas between Florida governor Ron DeSantis and Disney CEO Bob Iger. The internet, after all, knows what I like. Let’s play the…
The Best (and Worst) Time To Visit Florida, Where To Go
Florida gets a bad reputation. There. It needed to be said. I’ve been to a lot of places in the world. There are many places with just as many flaws and decidedly fewer amenities. For some, the best time to visit Florida is never. However, my people embrace Florida. We…
Rope Drop Hollywood Studios Strategy Tips, What To Prioritize
There was a time not long ago or that far away that your Disney’s Hollywood Studios rope drop strategy was binary – not unlike the Twin Suns of Tatooine. When cast members performed the literal rope drop – signifying the Walt Disney World park was open for the day –…
What Is the Best Day To Visit Magic Kingdom? 7 Best Times, Ranked
Disney’s Magic Kingdom typically has the highest daily attendance of Disney’s theme parks. On average, 57,000 guests visit the park each day seeking magical Disney experiences. In comparison, Animal Kingdom sees an average of 38,000 visitors each day. Next comes EPCOT, with an average of 34,000 daily guests. Finally, Disney’s…
18 Best (and Worst) Hollywood Studios Rides for Toddlers
It seems like Walt Disney World is of two very different minds regarding what it wants from Hollywood Studios. On the one hand, it’s the only park with Disney Junior characters. Also, it also has a heavy presence of Muppets and Toy Story Land and a lot of Frozen and…
12 Best Disney Character Dining Experiences, Ranked
My grandmother loved Winnie the Pooh so much that the family took to calling her that. First, Winnie the Pooh. Later, just Pooh. When I was 5, they took me to Disney World for the first time. Fast forward a few decades, and I’ve started taking my own kids to Disney. One…
27 Cutest Disney Swim Suits, Accessories for the Whole Family
Florida is known as a state with endless summers. This means swimwear should be on your packing list year-round when planning a Walt Disney World vacation. What better way to show your Disney spirit than with a suit or pair of trunks with your favorite Disney characters? Better yet, what…