Tons of Magic Kingdom Vacation Tips for Kids!

January 31, 2018 by

Thinking about taking the kids to Disney World on vacation? It’s not as easy as it used to be, when you could just show up, buy your tickets at the gate, pick up paper FASTPASSES from the machines, and walk into restaurants without reservations. Disney is a vastly different place these days, and it’s good to have a plan ahead to ensure things run smoothly.

Magic Kingdom is THE most visited theme park in the world, and it’s the one big must-do when visiting Walt Disney World. We have tips and tricks to make taking kids to Magic Kingdom simpler and easier.  [Read more…]

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Should You Use a Minnie Van at Disney World? A Cheapskate Princess Guide

January 9, 2018 by

We’ve been familiar with the term “minivans” since car makers began downsizing from traditional full-size vans. But have you seen the Minnie Vans? We’ve got all your information, including prices, details, and how-tos. And Boy oh Boy Mickey, are these vans cute!

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Disney Extravagances I Can’t Afford: Princess Dresses at the Grand Floridian Resort

January 8, 2018 by

I know Disney vacations are expensive, but every now and then the cost of some souvenirs shock even me. Get ready for the most fabulous princesses dresses I have ever seen, even if I can’t afford them… [Read more…]

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Get a Custom Disney Parks Decal for FREE!

July 30, 2017 by

*Updated for 2018      It seems this offer has ended, because none of the links seem to work anymore. Sorry! Thanks for stopping by though, and feel free to stay for a while and read some great Disney planning articles… 

This offer had been around for a while, but in case you missed it, you can still receive a FREE Custom Cling Disney World decal. Did you catch the FREE part? We sure love free, even for small things like a decal.

The offer is available to United States residents only, so if you qualify, what should you complete to receive it?

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Sterling Silver Disney Themed Jewelry at Target for Under $30

July 29, 2017 by

Disney gift shops are swamped these days with high-end super expensive items. There are $350 Dooney & Bourke handbags, $150 Rebecca Hook jewelry, plus good Lord the pricey PANDORA items are endless, but it’s tough to find souvenirs you would think of as a bargain. Sorry to break it to you, but there are very few true bargains at Disney World.

But have you been in Target lately? We have located some adorable jewelry finds for you, guaranteed to fit within any vacation or monthly budget without causing emotional or financial hardships.

Leave your Visa card in your wallet and lets’s do some window shopping!

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Disney’s Enchanted Evening Honeymoon Package: A Cheapskate Guide

July 17, 2017 by

Updated for 2018!

Have you ever dreamed about enjoying a honeymoon at Walt Disney World? The beauty of a Disney honeymoon is, you don’t actually have to have the wedding on property to honeymoon there.

Maybe a few travel incentives can push you in the right direction… [Read more…]

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Disney World Extravagance: Shopping for Lilly Pulitzer

July 13, 2017 by

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In addition to theme park tickets, a hotel room, and food, almost a guaranteed part of the overall expenses for a Disney vacation is souvenir shopping. You will stand in too many gift shops not to bring something home, so then the million dollar questions becomes how much will you spend?

Are you going to bargain souvenir shop or shoot for the stars with a full-out princess extravagance?

There are certainly no shortage of both moderately-low to high-end gift shop merchandise available these days, but when looking for a splurge, the name Lilly Pulitzer is becoming synonymous with Disney Vacation extravagance.

Are you ready for a Lilly?!

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Check Out the New Disney & Bourke Tinker Bell Handbags!

July 10, 2017 by

Updated for 2018!

Back in 2017, Dooney & Bourke released a new handbag print for summer, featuring everybody’s favorite sassy fairy, Tinker Bell! While Disney Dooneys are certainly not cheap, they can make a great investment in terms of vacation souvenirs. Treated well, these handbags can literally last for 10 years or more.

While these styles are no longer for sale in 2018, you can get an idea regarding how much you’ll pay for Dooney and Bourke Handbags. And if you are heart broken you will be unable to make a purchase, I would definitely try eBay to see if someone has a gently used version for sale.

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It’s Time to Disney Yourself, all for FREE!

July 7, 2017 by

It’s hard to find anything truly free these days, I mean, there always seems to be a catch. You didn’t know it, but you really need to “Disney Yourself,” and unlike a vacation, it’s 100% free. It’s catch free as well!

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How to Get a Pineapple Dole Whip Without Any Disney Theme Park Tickets

July 5, 2017 by

Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom serves the famous  and ultra popular Dole Whip, a soft-serve frozen treat blended in pineapple, vanilla or swirled flavors. Disney started their long-running relationship with Dole Foods as corporate sponsors of the Enchanted Tiki Room. Even though a Dole Whip has the taste and consistency of soft-serve ice cream, this dessert actually gets its texture from ordinary food thickeners. Starting back in 2013, the original pineapple and orange Dole Whip flavors became completely dairy-free.

You can purchase the sweet treat at several other places, including Disneyland, Dole’s processing plant in Hawaii and online using this link.

Did you know you can also pick one up in Orlando without any park tickets? You’ll need to go here… [Read more…]

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Gearing Up for Tent Camping at Walt Disney World

July 1, 2017 by

Updated for 2019!

In my ever expanding search to find ways to save money at Disney World, I looked into camping in a tent. [Read more…]

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These Hysterical Disney Vacation Souvenirs Have Nothing to do with Disney Characters, but You’ll LOVE Them!

June 28, 2017 by

Souvenirs make up a big part of a Disney World vacation, and they don’t come cheap. You get a quality product, but that comes with a price. And what you purchase usually appears decorated with Mickey Mouses or some sort of Disney-themed characters.

Several souvenir locations on Disney World property carry what I think are some of THE funniest souvenirs found anywhere, and not just at Disney. Say hello to soaps by the Goat Mountain Soap Company. The company name alone is comical. The names of the soaps are even funnier. [Read more…]

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