Beat the Heat: Surviving Summer at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort can be quite hot during the summer season, which usually lasts from May 15th to October 15th. However, it can start feeling warm as early as March. If you're planning a trip to Walt Disney World during this time, it's important to find ways to stay cool and avoid the heat. With this ultimate guide, you'll not only survive the heat but also thrive during your visit to Walt Disney World. 

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2023 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Guide

How to make the most of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween party when taking your family! We are here to help you make a plan to see the shows, fireworks, trick or treat and experience all the spooky food. This overview will help you plan your party time wisely at this Spook-tacular Disney Halloween event. There are a few things you do not want to miss, like the Boo to You Parade!

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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Overview 2022

We were lucky enough to attend the FIRST night of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party in TWO years! It was a blast. Learn all the tricks and tips on maximizing your time at this party. We loved it and cannot wait to take our children to the party this September.

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A Review of Standby Skipper and WHY you need it!

Standby Skipper is an app that works with Genie+ to help book your family Genie+ selections, and it is worth every penny. Learn how to use Standby Skipper and Genie+ to maximize your day and minimize stress. In this blog, you will learn how Standby Skipper works and strategies that you can use to help plan a successful day at the Disney Parks.

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

We were lucky enough to attend the FIRST night of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in TWO years! It was a blast. Learn all the tricks and tips on maximizing your time at this party. This is the best time of year at Magic Kingdom. Our party started a little raining but we made the best of it!

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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party with Kids

We started by making a list of TOP priorities for our family and we had to be realistic. I let each child pick 1 and then we added the shows.

That day we will let the kids sleep in, head to the pool at the resort, make them tap naps and have a LARGE early dinner.

Need help planning activities for your family! Use our MAP and our plan to help guide what is important to your family! It's always best to have a plan.

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Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique: Castle Package

Does your prince or princess want the ultimate makeover experience at Walt Disney World? Read our review on the reopening of Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. A transformation makeover that adds so much magic to your Disney Vacation, one of Disney Enchanted Extras, you will fall in love with the experience that your kids will never forget.

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Best Rides for Disney Infants and Toddlers at Animal Kingdom

Here is our list of fun activities with your toddler at Disney's Animal Kingdom. From Shows to rides and attractions, there are plenty of activities at one of our favorite Disney parks. If you are an animal lover, then Animal Kindom is the right place for you!

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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party - Our Family Plan

We started by making a list of TOP priorities for our family and we had to be realistic. I let each child pick 1 and then we added the shows.

That day we will let the kids sleep in, head to the pool at the resort, make them tap naps and have a LARGE early dinner.

Need help planning activities for your family! Use our MAP and our plan to help guide what is important to your family! It's always best to have a plan.

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Strollers at Disney and Why you need one!

This is just my opinion on strollers. You know your kiddos, and you have to decide for yourself what you think is best for them. My perspective is also a little different because I am traveling with multiple younger children, we are outnumbered, and we do not go hard at the Parks because we are frequent travelers.

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MK Genie+ and ILL

Here are my honest thoughts on Genie+. I use it at ALL parks because I do not want to wait in line. Do you need it at all parks? Absolutely not, Epcot, AK, you can do without it. Do I still get it? Yep! My best advice is to USE Genie+ at Epcot or AK before going to Magic Kingdom. It is important to have a practice day. I know you want to head to the castle the first day, but wait one more day if you are a first-timer!

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Enjoying Walt Disney World with an Infant

Here are some tips for traveling with a Disney Infant.

  1. A stroller - a place for them to nap, rest, and sit in most of the day. Bring a rain cover, light or thick blanket depending on the weather (in fact, I think strollers are necessary until six years old, and in some cases until 7 or 8, you have to know your kid!)…

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Child Safety, Walt Disney World, Planning, DIsney Parks Jessica Mickelson Child Safety, Walt Disney World, Planning, DIsney Parks Jessica Mickelson

Child Safety at the Parks

You have been hearing that in 2022 crowd levels are at an all-time high, and as a first-timer, you are a little worried about keeping your child from getting lost.

This is our absolute worst nightmare, but it happens to the best of us. Even our family has lost a kiddo at a theme park!

Here are five ways to keep your child safe at the parks:

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Baby Care Centers at Walt Disney World

When I discovered the Baby Care Center at Walt Disney World, it was a GAME CHANGER! So what is it? It is a full-service facility for parents with infants and toddlers (5 and under.) This place has EVERYTHING from private nursing rooms with rocking chairs, changing tables, bathroom, high chairs to feed your toddler. There was a microwave, sink, and sitting area for the kids. They even have a store in each care center to buy diapers, wipes, formula, and strollers! You need it, they have it for you and your child.

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