'Disney Diaries' Blog
Surviving the summer sun while visiting Disney
Summer will soon be here and that means the heat and humidity will be back in full force. It is vitally important to stay hydrated and protected from the sun while visiting Walt Disney World. For those who live in Florida, it becomes commonplace, but we all can use a ...
On the Hidden Mickey hunt in Adventureland
When I stroll into Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom, the sights and sounds transport me to an exotic land, with influences from Pacific and Caribbean Islands and a sprinkling of Africa and Asia. I'd like to show you a few Hidden Mickeys in this delightful area. My first stop is ...
Disney Fantasy Sets Sail
The newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, the Disney Fantasy, set sail on its maiden voyage March 31, 2012. The ship sails seven-night cruises, with itineraries alternating between the eastern and western Caribbean. Each cruise includes a stop on Disney’s private island Castaway Cay. You may have heard ...
Rain or shine, it's fun to be at Disney's Hollywood Studios
With it being April, that of course conjures up the childhood rhyme of “April showers bring May flowers” and so being prepared for rain at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is something you’ll want to keep in mind. While we’d like to think our vacation to Walt Disney World will be nothing ...
Recommended Disney restaurants for Sunday brunch
Whether Mom needs a break from cooking or there's a special occasion that needs celebrating, head out for Sunday Brunch at a Walt Disney World restaurant! You'll find unique dining rooms and delicious menus when you venture over to the Mouse's House. I can suggest an impressive menu designed by ...
Storybook Circus opens at the Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland
The first section of Walt Disney World’s extensive Fantasyland expansion opened earlier this month with the relocated and expanded Dumbo attraction as well as the newly open Fantasyland Railroad Station and the Barnstormer Featuring the Great Goofini. This is the beginning of the biggest expansion at Walt Disney World resort ...
Searching for Hidden Mickeys at Epcot
One of Walt Disney World's premier annual events is happening this spring: Epcot's 2012 International Flower & Garden Festival. You'll enjoy stunning scenes at every turn, such as lush, detailed topiaries (like Lady and the Tramp in the Italy Pavilion) along with flowers and gardens everywhere with identification labels for ...
Top 5 'Must Sees' at Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival
Epcot’s 19th Flower and Garden Festival is in full color. Thirty million blooms, 240 floating mini-gardens on two ponds, 700 container gardens of flowers, herbs, plants and vegetables, dozens of Disney character topiaries, 30 "flower towers" of impatiens and sweeping beds of floral designs will create a tapestry of brilliant ...
How to see Fantasmic at Disney's Hollywood Studios
After a few years of being cut back, the nightly fireworks spectacular known as Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is back to being shown every night in the park and if you want to see it on your next visit, follow these easy guidelines to get into the show. Arrive ...
Walk into these Disney World restaurants without a reservation
There are some memorable restaurants in Walt Disney World; and we all know that many of them require reservations - many months in advance. Yet there are times that you want a bite to eat and find yourself without a coveted Advance Dining Reservation (ADR)! While Cinderella's Royal Table is ...
Year-Round Walt Disney World Discount Advice from TouringPlans.com
Visiting a theme park is expensive. Tickets are expensive. Food is expensive. Parking is expensive. Souvenirs…well, you get the idea. Luckily, there are discounts available for guests to take advantage of. This is by no means a comprehensive list of every discount out there. It also doesn’t go into specialty ...
Searching for Hidden Mickeys at Animal Kingdom
After the ropes drop at park opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a herd of folks heads first for Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain in Asia. It’s a roller coaster that takes you up into the mountain, and down, and backwards at one point! If you’re involved with ...
Discovery Island Trails at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom is my favorite park at Walt Disney World -- and not because of the roller coaster, Expedition Everest! I love to watch, learn about and photograph the wide variety of wildlife in the park. I’m going to share with you one of my favorite trails in Discovery Island, ...
How to get a higher score on Toy Story Midway Mania
Arguably the most popular attraction in Walt Disney World these days is Toy Story Midway Mania at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Wait times here regularly exceed an hour and often can be as high as two hours or longer! So with wait times like these, you’ll want to ensure when you ...
Unique (and Low-Cost!) Noshes in Disney World Resorts
Walt Disney World offers some unique restaurants. I’m sure you've heard mention of the award-winning Victoria & Albert’s, or the audio-animatronic animals at the Rainforest Café and T-Rex Cafe. But you don't have to spend a bundle to enjoy fun and different treats in Disney World! There are a few ...
Tips for a Romantic Valentine's at Walt Disney World from TouringPlans.com
February 14th is just around the corner. Do you have any special plans with your sweetie yet? Have you considered heading over to Walt Disney World? First of all, you’re probably thinking “TouringPlans.com and romance?!!! The stats and facts folks who bring you the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World? ...
The Magical World of Hidden Mickeys
What in the world is a Hidden Mickey? It’s an image of Mickey Mouse that is designed by Disney’s Imagineers and artists to blend into its surroundings. The most common Hidden Mickey is an outline of Mickey’s head formed by three intersecting circles (the three-circle or classic Hidden Mickey). However, the hidden image ...
Volunteers go the extra mile for Disney Marathon
The Walt Disney World Marathon was held earlier this month, and thousands of people came from all over the world to participate. Yes, I said to participate, not just to run. In fact, you don’t have to be a runner to be part of this fantastic weekend -- you can ...
The Tower of Terror: Walt Disney World's Best Attraction
Among Walt Disney World enthusiasts, there are always topics that can be debated until the end of time, and one of them is which attraction is “the best”. The best can mean a lot to different people, but without question I always have the same answer: The Twilight Zone Tower ...
Unique Blizzard Beach Eats
I'm here to showcase some of Disney World's most unique and enjoyable dining spots; and since one of my favorite Disney World tips is to visit popular locations when they're the least crowded, I decided that Blizzard Beach would be the perfect place to begin! I know; you think I'm ...
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