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A Fun and Emotional Journey with Baymax in Disney’s Big Hero 6

By Paula Schmitt

Big Hero 6 Review - This GIrl Travels

From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes Big Hero 6, the action-packed comedy-adventure and 54th feature film about pain and loss, healing and friendship. Grief. Unfortunately it is something that everyone must experience sometime in life and Big Hero 6 shows us just how young Hiro must make choices for his future and get through this […]

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Don’t Miss the Fun of Bugs Land at Disney California Adventure Park

By Dawn Cullo

Disney California Adventure Park has a lot of fun rides for the whole family. However, the one place that my four year old loves to visit is “a bugs land” because she can go on every ride. The land is based on the Disney-Pixar movie A Bug’s Life.  It is a fun place to visit with the […]

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Disney’s Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day is Wonderful for the Whole Family

By Paula Schmitt

Alexander Movie Review | This Girl Travels

“Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” is based on the classic children’s book by award winning author Judith Viorst. Years ago I would read this book to my younger sons and we would share a laugh together each night. It was clearly one of our all time favorites, so I was […]

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Frozen Ride to Replace Maelstrom in the Norway Pavilion in Epcot

By Dawn Cullo

Maelstrom Exterior-Photo Credit Walt Disney World - Epcot

With the major success of Disney’s animated feature Frozen and the long lines at Anna and Elsa meet and greets in both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom Park it is apparent that Frozen fans want more. Their wish has been answered in the form of a new ride in Norway Pavilion in Epcot. Instead of expanding this area to include […]

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How to Catch a Princess at Disneyland

By Dawn Cullo

Belle at the entrance of Disneyland Park

There are numerous ways you can meet your favorite Disney Princesses while visiting Disneyland Resort in addition to Character Dining experiences. Here are some tips on getting pictures and autographs from your favorite Disney Princess. My first tip is to ask a cast member! They always can give you tips on when the princesses are roaming […]

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in the Magic Kingdom

By Dawn Cullo

Mickeys Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Did you know that you can go Trick-or-Treating through the Magic Kingdom park starting September 1st? How awesome would it be to take your kids to see Mickey and his pals for some Halloween fun? At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party everyone gets to dress up as their favorite costume and have a great time in […]

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Eleven Delicious Reasons to Love Epcot’s World Showcase

By Paula Schmitt

La Hacienda Mexico Review

I recently visited one of my most favorite Disney Parks in Orlando, Florida. Epcot I adore the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, even Animal Kingdom, however, there is something that keeps me coming back to Disney’s Epcot (Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow) every time. The delicious food in Epcot’s World Showcase. Here’s my pick of awesome […]

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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort: Pure Perfection

By Paula Schmitt

Four Seasons Resort Orlando This Girl Travels

A couple weeks ago, my husband and I spent a night, Grand Opening night, at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. I was thrilled to be a part of this special night. The resort staff made us feel very comfortable and right at home. It was also exciting to know that we were the first […]

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Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort

By Dawn Cullo

Mickeys Halloween Party at Disneyland

Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort is a spooky yet family friendly event for all ages. It is a special event that happens on select nights between September 26 – October 31, 2014 and requires a separate ticket. How Much Does it Cost? Tickets costs vary depending upon the day you want to attend. For […]

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Dining at Ariel’s Grotto Restaurant

By Dawn Cullo

Ariel's Grotto Restaurant - Photo Credit - Disneyland Resort

Join Ariel and her princess friends for breakfast or lunch at Ariel’s Grotto. Character dining at Disney parks is always a magical experience and having a meal with your favorite Disney princesses is a must do experience. Located in Disney California Adventure Park in the Paradise Pier area you will find Ariel’s Grotto. Reservations must […]

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