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Should You Buy a Walt Disney World Annual Pass?

By Dawn Cullo

WDWAnnualPassportWaltMickey

If you plan on visiting Walt Disney World more than a few times per year and spend more than $600 on your park ticket then consider purchasing a Walt Disney World Annual Pass. With an Annual Pass not only will you enjoy park hopping and no blockout days but you can also take advantage of […]

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A Weekend Adventure in Amelia Island, Florida

By Paula Schmitt

The Palace Saloon, Florida’s Oldest Bar

A few weeks ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit Amelia Island. Even though I spent my childhood years growing up in the beautiful state of Florida, this was my first visit to this peaceful, relaxed seaport community. Located just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island is very easy to […]

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LEGOLAND: Built for Fun

By Karon Warren

Chi ride

When I heard that Cypress Gardens closed in September 2009 just  months after I finally had the opportunity to visit this longtime Florida attraction, I was sad and a bit disappointed. However, when the property reopened in 2011 as LEGOLAND, I was quite excited to learn that this new attraction held on to the beautiful […]

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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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A Magical Family Celebration at Walt Disney World – Part I

By Paula Schmitt

Ohana at Disney

My parents were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary recently and what better way to celebrate than at Disney. I grew up as a child in Florida and some of my fondest memories were our family trips to Disney World. So for me, planning a family get together at a magical kingdom was quite the thrill. […]

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Pools of the World

By Stephanie McCarty

Art of Animation Pool

After a hot day at Walt Disney World’s theme parks, what better way to cool off than heading to the pool? If you’re staying at one of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels, you can get back to the pool quickly – and these aren’t just regular pools.  Disney resorts offer some of the most […]

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