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I grew up in New Jersey in a family where the word “vacation” was synonymous with “Disney World.” After a few years of visiting regularly, my family became Disney Vacation Club members which meant we visited even more! Going to Disney always felt kind of like going home, and some of my best childhood and teenage memories occurred there. Now that I live in Jacksonville, FL I am excited to be a short drive from this magical place and look forward to making new memories for years to come.

7 Most Beautiful Sights at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World is known for fun and excitement, but it is also filled with beautiful sights. From the classic Disney décor at the Magic Kingdom, to art from around the world at EPCOT center, to the beauty of the outdoors at Animal Kingdom, there are amazing visual experiences throughout the theme parks and resorts. Read below to learn about ...

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7 Reasons You Will Love Staying At Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Guest conceals their face behind a Beaches & Cream Soda Shop menu at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, inside the lively diner.

7. You can walk to two parks! Disney’s Beach Club Resort is located on Crescent Lake in the Epcot Resort area. The location is ideal because you can walk to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios. It is about a five to ten minute walk to the International Gateway entrance of Epcot. This back entrance sees little traffic and rarely has ...

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7 Reasons You Will Love Staying At Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Stunning white luxury resort with lush lawns, gardens, and a boardwalk—perfect retreat just steps from Walt Disney World magic.

I absolutely love the Yacht Club, and I think you will two! Located next to its sister resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, on Crescent Lake, the Yacht Club combines elegance, charm and convenience to create one of the best resorts on Disney Property. There are probably a hundred reasons you will love staying here! You will find my top seven below, ...

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7 Reasons You Will Love Walt Disney World Restaurants

Classic Disney World-style baked mac and cheese, topped with melted cheese and chives, served in a black dish on a white plate.

At many theme parks, eating is an annoying necessity and you are forced to pay a lot of money for cheap food. This could not be further from the truth at Walt Disney World! For many, dining is just as much a part of the magical Disney experience as the rides. Whether you’re a foodie who likes to experiment with ...

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The 7 Most Beautiful Sights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Expedition Everest’s coaster track dives into a rugged mountain, set against blue skies—an Animal Kingdom must-see adventure.

By Katie D Animal Kingdom is full of amazing and beautiful sights. Part theme park and part wildlife refuge, Animal Kingdom has unique rides and attractions that you will not find anywhere else. The park appeals to a wide variety of guests. It is authentic enough to please nature lovers, but also does a great job of introducing nature-novices to ...

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7 reasons you will love staying at Disney’s Vacation Club

Disney Vacation Club’s vibrant purple sign with a Mickey globe logo shines on the awning, spotlighting member perks at Disney resorts.

By Katie D The Disney Vacation Club is Disney’s vacation ownership program. Members buy in with an initial investment and pay a yearly maintenance fee. In exchange, they get an annual allotment of points that can be used to stay at Disney Vacation Club resorts. The Disney Vacation Club (DVC) has 13 properties – nine of which are at Walt ...

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Top 9 Disney Pro Tips For Walt Disney World Restaurants

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With well over 100 restaurants located on the Walt Disney World property, there is no shortage of delicious food to keep you well fueled during your vacation. Some guests are overwhelmed by, or unaware of, their choices, and many leave without knowing just how good dining at Walt Disney World can be. Those who do it right know that Disney ...

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5 Attractions We Wish Walt Disney World Would Add

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Walt Disney World is known for its classic attractions, but many guests love the parks because they are constantly evolving. Walt Disney world needs to stay fresh to bring back repeat visitors and compete against the other theme parks in the area. Here are 5 attractions we wish Disney would add to the theme parks: [google_ad_btf] 5. Another for-real roller ...

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6 Things To Know About Walt Disney World’s Yacht Club Resort

Stunning white luxury resort with lush lawns, gardens, and a boardwalk—perfect retreat just steps from Walt Disney World magic.

6. It has one of the best locations in all of Walt Disney World. The Yacht Club has one of the best locations of all the Walt Disney World resorts. It is the closest resort to EPCOT with just a 1/3 mile walk to the International Gateway entrance. It is also the Skyliner, a short boat ride, or slightly longer ...

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10 Ways To Make The Most Of A Tight Budget At Walt Disney World

Four seagull statues on wooden posts evoke Disney Springs vibes, set against a blue building and sky—great for theme park fans.

10. BYOF Bring your own food! Food is one of our favorite parts of the Walt Disney World experience, but it can also add a lot of expense. Disney allows visitors to carry food into the park as long as it does not require heating. Bringing in your own snacks is a great way to cut down on costs, as ...

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