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Avoid These Mistakes During the Holidays and Christmas at Walt Disney World

Avoid These Mistakes During the Holidays and Christmas at Walt Disney World

The holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort may be among the most magical times of year at the destination, but it’s also the busiest. Not only is the Christmas season at Walt Disney World a time for major crowds, but there is also a flurry of additional activities…

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20 Relaxing Rides at Walt Disney World for Overstimulated Kids (and Adults)

When my son was much younger I thought wearing him out at Walt Disney World was the way to go. I didn’t understand that although he needs lots of physical activity each day, being overly stimulated by bright lights, loud sounds, crowds, and other things pushed him over the…

Holiday Events and Christmas at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Everything Parents Need to Know

Holiday Events and Christmas at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Everything Parents Need to Know

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the most glamorous Walt Disney World theme park during Christmas and the holiday season. Here’s a quick look at how the holiday season and Christmas at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are celebrated. JUST ANNOUNCED! The return of Disney’s Hollywood Studios Christmas Party “Jollywood Nights” Disney Jollywood…

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NEW Parade, Nighttime Show, DreamWorks Land and MORE at Universal Orlando

For an exciting family vacation Universal Orlando is pumping up the volume this summer. As local Orlando parents, many of us have already had the pleasure of visiting DreamWorks Land later this summer. So imagine our excitement when we learned that a new parade, show, and other new experiences…

A Parent’s Guide for a Kid-Friendly Visit to Orange County Regional History Center

A Parent’s Guide for a Kid-Friendly Visit to Orange County Regional History Center

Recently, I walked through Orange County Regional History Center on my own and as I did, I couldn’t help thinking, “I wish my kids were here.” Built in 2000, the museum is located inside what was once the main courthouse in Downtown Orlando, and it’s packed with visually-appealing, interactive…

Soft Serve Ice Cream Cones from Trolls Treats at DreamWorks Land

A Parent’s Guide to DreamWorks Land at Universal Orlando: Rides, Shows, Characters, and More!

If your kids dream of spending the day in Shrek’s swamp or pretending to be the size of Poppy and her pals, there’s a brand new land at Universal Orlando Resort that is perfect for them. Two local moms have teamed up to put together this guide to DreamWorks…

Easy Outdoor Playgrounds for Toddlers and Tot Lots in Orlando to Visit Right Now

Easy Outdoor Playgrounds for Toddlers and Tot Lots in Orlando to Visit Right Now

Oh joys of chasing a toddler around a playground and keeping them away from the big tall slides and structures that are way too high up. Few things are more exhausting right? When you need some outdoor playtime with your tiny toddler, try out one of these playgrounds. As…

Young Boy meets Anna Elsa and Olaf Frozen Characters at EPCOT

5 Insider Tips from Orlando Locals for Your First Trip to Disney World

While having dinner at Walt Disney World I listened to a first-time visitor say “it’s just overwhelming.” This phrase has graced my ears so many times. A family from Boston on their first Disney trip chatted with me, a local Orlando parent. The mother expressed her sense of overwhelm,…

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