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World of Color at Disney California Adventure Park

By Dawn Cullo

The World of Color show debuted at Disney California Adventure Park in June 2010 and takes place on Paradise Bay. It is a nighttime water show that features Disney and Disney-Pixar characters projected on a water screen.  The show lasts for 28 minutes and also includes fire, dancing water fountains and laser effects. There are […]

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Disneynature’s Bears Movie Review

By Paula Schmitt

Disney Nature Bears Movie

It’s not easy being a single mother with two little ones, especially if you are an Alaskan brown bear, that is.The new documentary, Disneynature’s Bears, shows its audience just how tough it really is the first year for Mama bear, Sky, to teach her cubs, Amber and Scout, survival in the Alaskan wilderness. The movie […]

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Donald Driver: Role Model and Inspiration to Us All

By Paula Schmitt

Donald Driver Memoir

Donald Jerome Driver was born in Houston, Texas on February 2, 1975. He earned his nickname “Quickie” due to his parents running after him around the house and also because of his quick learning skills. Donald is a Super Bowl Champion, Green Bay’s all- time leading receiver, a Dancing with the Stars Champion, AMVETS Humanitarian […]

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Are You the Ultimate Park Hopper?

By Dawn Cullo

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Will you be visiting Disneyland and Walt Disney World this year? Then consider purchasing the Disney Premier Passport. This pass allows you to get a year of admission to both Disneyland Resort theme parks in California, and the 4 theme parks and 2 water parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando with no blackout […]

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Filed Under: Disney, Theme Parks Tagged With: Are You the Ultimate Park Hopper?, Backstage Pass, Dawn Cullo, Disney California Adventure Park, Disney Premier Passport, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disneyland, Epcot, Florida, Magic Kingdom, Mickey Monitor, Paula Schmitt, Premium Passholder, This Girl Travels, Travel, Walt Disney World

Disney Social Media Moms Celebration 2014 Recap

By Paula Schmitt

Disney Social Media Moms

This spring I received a sprinkle of magical pixie dust in my inbox — an invite to the 5th Annual Disney Social Media Moms Celebration at the Disneyland Resort in California. At first I couldn’t believe my eyes and what I was reading. I was so surprised and excited, then realized I needed to breathe […]

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Should You Buy a Disneyland Resort Annual Passport?

By Dawn Cullo

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If you plan on visiting the Disneyland Resort a few times per year, then consider purchasing an Annual Passport.  Prior to booking your vacation package add up the total number of days you plan on spending in the park for the year.  If it is more than seven days you should consider buying an Annual Passport. Did you […]

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Filed Under: Disney, Theme Parks Tagged With: Anaheim, Aulani, California, Dawn Cullo, Disney Parks, Disney's California Adventure, Disneyland, Disneyland Resort, Hawaii, Mickey's Halloween Party, Paula Schmitt, runDisney, Should You Buy a Disneyland Resort Annual Passport?, This Girl Travels, Travel

Saving for your next Disney Vacation

By Dawn Cullo

Disneyland Resort December 2014 Quote

A few days after I return from my Disney vacation I am already thinking about my next trip.  Vacationing several times a year especially on a tight budget can be a challenge.  If you think you can’t afford to stay on property or enjoy character dining then you are wrong, because with the proper financial […]

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A Magical Family Celebration at Walt Disney World – Part II

By Paula Schmitt

Let the Memories Begin

In my previous article, A Magical Family Celebration at Walt Disney World – Part I, I talk about our fun-filled days arriving at Walt Disney World, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Epcot and Downtown Disney. In this post, I will be writing about our visit to the place where fairytale dreams come true for children, and adults, […]

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Surprise Your Family with a Disney Vacation

By Stephanie McCarty

Looking for that perfect holiday gift this year? Surprise your family with a Disney vacation! Whether your family loves the thrills of the theme parks, or prefers a relaxing trip to the beach, Disney offers something for everyone on your list. Many people love to make their Disney plans a surprise. Spontaneous or well planned, […]

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Disney Theme Parks and Cruise Line Offer Spooktacular Halloween Fun

By Stephanie McCarty

Halloween Disney Cruise

Fall is in the air and it’s time to start thinking about pumpkins, raking leaves and what your kids will be for Halloween.  If you’re planning a Disney vacation this fall, you won’t want to miss the spooktacular events taking place at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, as well as onboard select Disney cruises. If […]

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