Disney recently reinvented the front half of EPCOT, splitting the former Future World into three distinct themed lands. This split makes sense and the change was necessary, since nobody would have described Future World as “futuristic.” Overall, EPCOT hosts four themed lands now, sometimes referred to as “Neighborhoods.” They are World Celebration, World Discovery, World […]
While Walt Disney World has dramatically altered the front of EPCOT, the World Showcase has remained the same since 1988. That’s when Disney opened the 11th and currently final pavilion, Norway. You’ll take comfort in this if you’ve visited Disney World, but it’s been a while. The structure remains the same unless your last visit […]
You’ll find an abundance of shopping options at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Since this park has themed lands for Toy Story and Star Wars, fans of these franchises will have a wealth of items from which to choose. Star Wars fans in particular should save their money or warn their credit card companies that money WILL […]
Let’s be real. You’re going to use the bathroom a lot while at Disney. It’s the byproduct of eating and moving around so much. Specifically, you’re going to need to use the bathroom while you visit the parks, even if you traditionally avoid using public bathrooms as a rule . The good news is that […]
When you’re new to Disney vacations, it can seem like websites and other research resources speak in a foreign language. Much like parents of Gen Alpha wondering what “six seeeeven” or “rizzler” might mean, you’re probably equally puzzled when you hear Walt Disney World fans discussing “hidden Mickeys”, “pin trading,” or “rope drop.” You’ll find […]
Feeling lost when someone reminds you to purchase your DDP and make your ADRs? You are NOT alone. Acronyms are part of the human need to shorten and simplify things. In doing so, however, we leave behind newcomers who are confused as they try to understand the weird jargon. Never fear – we’ve got your […]
You may be surprised to learn that one of the most divisive Disney vacation topics is tipping. Seriously, David has really stepped in it a few times with his writing on this subject. Some people feel strongly that tipping embodies the quirks of American capitalism and isn’t something vacationers should be expected to do. Others […]
You will inevitably overdo it at Walt Disney World, taxing your body to its logical limits. If you’re anything like David, you won’t even know you’ve done it until you notice the rashes and blisters on your feet. Yeah, he gets gross. Don’t be like David. Take your time at the parks and plan a […]
When it rains, it pours at Walt Disney World. Sometimes, that’s preferable to the intense heat in the area, as Central Florida can get a bit, well, swampy. Does that mean you won’t enjoy a Disney visit? Of course not! If anything, you’ll have more fun scurrying from the rain or cooling off on a […]
Have you ever noticed a Disney Cast Member wearing a plaid outfit at the parks? Believe it or not, their outfit identifies them as a unique kind of Cast Member, one working a highly in-demand job. Disney’s theme park employees jostle for positions in an attempt to earn this job, which is one of the […]
