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I have been a professional writer for over 18 years with degrees in Biology and English. I am a lifelong Disney fan and a Disney Vacation Club member of over nine years. Having visited Walt Disney World several times growing up, I really caught the Disney bug after many trips with my husband. Now I am happily addicted to taking our son to Walt Disney World as often as possible and watching him experience the magic and Mickey Bars as he grows up. Traveling to Walt Disney World twice a year, I enjoy attending the Flower and Garden festival held in the spring and strolling around the World Showcase, as well as exploring all of the hidden gems that all four parks have to offer. I love helping my family and friends plan their next Disney trips based on my experiences. I also enjoy reading, swimming, traveling, and cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers. I grew up in Southwestern Pennsylvania, attended Shippensburg University, and current live in suburban Philadelphia with my husband, son, and two cats.

10 Things You May Be Missing in Epcot’s Future World

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By Melissa Fegely Epcot is a big park, roughly twice the size of the Magic Kingdom, and it can be overwhelming for both new and more experienced guests alike. With all of the attractions in both Future World and the World Showcase area, along with exciting restaurants, shops, and character meet-and-greets opportunities, it’s very easy to overlook experiences and attractions ...

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8 Things You May Be Missing In Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom

Dazzling illuminated lotus floats and fountains light up Animal Kingdom’s lake at night, creating unforgettable Disney magic.

If you’re looking for exciting attractions, upbeat entertainment, delicious restaurants, and, of course, incredible animal viewing, Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is the park for you. If you’re concentrating on the headliner attractions and trying to fit in some of the shows and character meet-and-greets, it’s easy to miss parts of the Animal Kingdom that are truly great as well. ...

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6 Secrets Most People Don’t Know About Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa

A tranquil fountain welcomes guests to Saratoga Springs Resort’s lush courtyard, channeling the relaxing spirit of Disney magic.

  My family almost always stays at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa when we visit Walt Disney World, and through our membership in the Disney Vacation Resort, this is our “Home Resort”. With its theming of “Health, History, and Horses, we feel very much at home here and love how beautiful this resort truly is. Saratoga Springs offers best-in-class ...

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Top 8 Pro Tips For Shopping At Walt Disney World

Mickey’s Really Swell Coffee mugs fill the shelf—must-have Disney World souvenirs for die-hard Mickey Mouse fans.

There’s truly something for everyone at the many enticing shops scattered all over Walt Disney World parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. It’s amazing to see how the shops and merchandise are themed to the part of the park they are located in, with lots of carefully planned details. However, there are so many options and different kinds of merchandise that ...

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Seven Reasons You Will Love Staying at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

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By Melissa Fegely Making the decision to stay onsite at a Walt Disney World resort is an easy one. Choosing the resort is often the hard one! With 30 different resorts to pick from, it’s very difficult to narrow the list down. The resorts have very elaborate theming for all tastes, a price range to fit all budgets, and amenities ...

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6 Gems At Bay Lake Tower At Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Officially announced in the Fall of 2008 and open to guests in the summer of 2009, Bay Lake Tower is perfectly located between the Contemporary Resort and the Magic Kingdom. As the Disney Vacation Club’s seventh resort to open at Walt Disney World, guests can choose between studios or one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas. If you’re not a Disney Vacation ...

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Top 8 Disney Pro Tips For Snacks At Walt Disney World

A vibrant red Walt Disney World bowl topped with whipped cream, cherries, and a straw—an iconic park snack to savor!.

Walt Disney World offers an amazing range of well-themed and delicious restaurants in all of the parks and the resorts, as well as at Disney Springs. However, walking around the parks, enjoying the attractions, and meeting beloved characters might have you thinking about a snack, and the snack offerings are equally as tempting as the restaurant menus. It’s very hard ...

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Top 8 Disney Pro Tips For Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Stormtroopers and Captain Phasma lead a parade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, cheered on by excited fans lining the route.

Amazing attractions and experiences are coming soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including familiar faces and fun attractions in Toy Story Land (opening June 30, 2018), incredible innovations in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (2019), and even more additions yet to be revealed. While most of this is still under construction, there is still plenty of excitement to be had in the ...

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Top 8 Disney Pro Tips For Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort And Spa

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With its graceful fountains, beautiful landscaping, and spacious accommodations, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa is more than just the large resort across the water from Disney Springs. This resort celebrates the adventure of horse racing in upstate New York in an era gone by, and this equine influence is tastefully woven in the décor, buildings, and recreation amenities. Saratoga ...

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6 Most Beautiful Sights At Walt Disney World Resorts

Vivid pink and white fireworks burst above Cinderella Castle and lush trees, capturing the enchanting spectacle of a Disney World night.

Whether you’re staying at a value, moderate, deluxe, or villa resort, the accommodations at Walt Disney World are wonderfully themed, from the details that first amaze you in the lobby, to the landscaped grounds and swimming pools, all the way down to the special touches in your resort room. Staying at a Walt Disney World resort keeps you surrounded by ...

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