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Author Archives: Brittany DiCologero

Brittany is a New England-based writer focused on the history of the Walt Disney World Resort. She is the author of "Red, White, and Disney: The Myths and Reality of American History at the Walt Disney World Resort," and "Brittany Earns Her Ears."

Signs That You’re Obsessed With Walt Disney World

Mickey Mouse greets fans, waving in a dazzling parade uniform from a vibrant, gold-trimmed float at Walt Disney World.

7. Your friends will call you for help with their Disney vacations When one of your friends decides to book a Disney vacation, you’re the first person they call. Others can always count on you for giving the best advice, and for recommending the best restaurants and things to do. If your friends are always asking for your help with ...

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9 Reasons Your Family Will Love Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World

A close-up of a black-and-white colobus monkey with long white fur, just like those seen at Animal Kingdom in Disney World.

9. It’s Educational The educational value of a trip to Animal Kingdom by far surpasses that of any other Disney theme park. While Epcot comes in a close second, I think that a trip to Animal Kingdom is definitely the most educational Disney experience. As someone who puts a high value on education, I love that guests can go to ...

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10 Killer Wardrobe Tips for a Disney Vacation

Black tee featuring Mickey Mouse in bold black glasses—ideal park merch for fans hitting Disney World or Disneyland this season.

by Brittany DiCologero Don’t wear heels I’ve occasionally seen women walking around the parks in high heels, and frankly, I have no idea how they do it. I wore heels in the park once—I was going to Epcot, only for a dinner reservation at Le Cellier, and I figured that since I was only going out to eat and not ...

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10 Of The Worst Things You Could Say To A Walt Disney World Fanatic

Alice from Alice in Wonderland looks shocked at a Disney park event, reacting to something heard, with guests blurred behind her.

10. “How do you pay for all this?” Asking anyone how they can afford anything is rude, and not really any of their business. If you’ve ever booked a Disney vacation only to have someone ask how you can afford this, then you probably know the feeling of someone asking about something that is not any of their business.  [google_ad] ...

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The Pros And Cons Of Walt Disney World’s Value Resorts

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A Walt Disney World value resort can be a great place to stay if you’re looking to save some extra money while also staying on Disney property. Whether you regularly stay at value resorts and love it, or if you’re just looking to save some money on your next trip but you’ve never experienced them before, I’ve always enjoyed my ...

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8 Awful Walt Disney World Parks Behaviors

Chip and Dale, dressed in vibrant parade costumes, playfully cover their eyes while delighting Disney World parade guests.

8. Not following cast member instructions Especially after having worked for Disney in the past, I’ve come to see not following cast member instructions as some of the worst behavior in Disney parks. When a cast member instructs you to do something it is for a reason—and with Disney that reason is probably safety. For instance, when you are told ...

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7 Ways Magic Bands Make Disney World Better

Five vibrant MagicBands labeled Cindy, Adelei, Chad, Hayden, and Kaela await in a box—ready for Disney World fun!.

by Brittany DiCologero 7. No need to carry hotel keys With Magic Bands, there is no need to have a separate hotel room key. How many times have you gone back to your resort after a long day at the parks only to realize you’ll need to spend an extra five minutes or so digging for your resort key at ...

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7 Attractions We Hope Never Close At Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney said that “Disneyland would never be completed. It would continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.” While this statement reminds us that the parks should constantly be changing and improving, there are some attractions that I hope will continue to remain at Walt Disney World: [google_ad] 7. Swiss Family Robinson The Swiss ...

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Top 6 Musical Experiences You Can’t Miss At Walt Disney World

The Dapper Dans perform on Main Street, U.S.A., singing in colorful striped vests and holding straw hats at Disneyland.

6. Mickey’s Philharmagic While this music is not performed live, the entire show features a medley of different Disney songs. This is my favorite 3D show at Walt Disney World because it combines great storytelling, with detailed effects, and of course excellent music. With the show based around Mickey’s philharmagic orchestra, it is no surprise that the music, albeit not ...

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6 Ways To Survive When You Can’t Get To Walt Disney World

Stack of "Dining at Walt Disney World: The Definitive Guide" books with blue and beige covers, perfect for devoted Disney fans.

If you’re as much of a Disney fan as I am, you know that the time you spend waiting for your next trip to the parks can be unbearable. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to get your Disney fix when you can’t get to the parks in person. Read on to see my top six ways to survive ...

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