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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 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Disney’s Epcot

Goofy Passholder card being tapped on a Disney World entry scanner, showcasing insider tips for a magical theme park visit.

By Melissa Fegely Epcot can be a daunting park to a lot of guests, and one reason for this is the vast layout. Epcot is approximately twice the size of the Magic Kingdom, and you optimally need more than one day to properly experience this park. Epcot, or the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, is also split in two separate ...

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5 Secrets in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

Disney Springs plaque with "The Source of Inspiration" motto, scenic building and lush plants—perfect for Disney World insiders.

By Melissa Fegely Disney Springs, which used to be known as Downtown Disney, is a fun and beautifully landscaped area loaded with interesting restaurants and shops to suit all tastes. The area is arranged into four sections called the West Side, the Landing, Town Center, and Marketplace, with new eateries and stores opening all the time as the area expands. ...

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Top 8 Disney Pro Tips for Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom

The Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom, its trunk carved with animals, rises among lush greenery under a bright blue Florida sky.

By Melissa Fegely Many guests visit and enjoy the attractions, entertainment, and dining in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and some of these visitors will claim that this is only a half-day park. Walt Disney World is working on plans to expand the fun in the near future. In the meantime, there are lots of ways to get the most of this ...

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7 Reasons You Will Love Staying At Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort

A towering Christmas tree glows in front of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, creating festive magic for Walt Disney World guests at night.

Disney’s Contemporary Resort is a beloved icon to many fans of Walt Disney World, and most fans know the famous story of how this A-frame hotel was built offsite, with the rooms lifted and inserted into the frame by a crane. This was one of the two original resorts built when the Magic Kingdom opened in 1971. [google_ad] After all ...

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7 Reasons You Will Love Staying At Deluxe Resorts

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Staying onsite at a Walt Disney World resort makes sense for many reasons. The convenience, efficiency, and cost savings are convincing enough, plus staying onsite keeps you immersed in the Disney magic for the length of your stay. Walt Disney World offers Value, Moderate, Deluxe, and Villa resort category choices so that there is a perfect resort for everyone. In ...

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Top 8 Disney Pro Tips For Deluxe Villas

Sweeping Disney hotel with balconies overlooking the lake, linked by a sky bridge—ideal for deluxe villa stays near the parks.

Staying onsite at a Walt Disney World Resort means there is a hotel choice to fit everyone’s budget, tastes, and vacation style. Choosing one of the Deluxe Villas allows you to enjoy the advantages of staying onsite at Walt Disney World, and at the same time experience many of the comforts of home. The resorts that are considered Deluxe Villas ...

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Top 7 Disney Pro Tips for Disney’s Magic Kingdom

The Magic Kingdom entrance sign shines in blue and gold, featuring the castle logo and flags welcoming guests under a sunny sky.

When most guests think of a vacation to Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom is usually what first comes to mind. Walt Disney World encompasses a total of four theme parks, two water parks, golf courses, resorts, and Disney Springs, but the Magic Kingdom is the cherished gem. Nostalgic visions of Cinderella Castle sparking in the morning sun, colorful Mickey balloons swaying ...

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6 Not-So-Popular Resort Restaurants We Love At Walt Disney World

Nautical eatery with teal chairs, wooden tables, ocean accents; Disney World vibes, relaxed and nearly empty dining area.

Having a meal at any of the Walt Disney World park restaurants is an exciting and delicious experience. Sometimes, though, it’s just as much fun and even more relaxing to have a meal at one of the top-notch restaurants located at one of the Walt Disney World resorts instead. Not only do you get to enjoy a great meal away ...

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The 6 Things You’re Going To Love About 50’s Prime Time Café

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When you step out of the hustle and bustle of Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World and into the 50’s Prime Time Café, you instantly walk into another era and a rush of nostalgia rushes over you. The “den” waiting area is furnished with familiar knick-knacks, vintage furniture from several decades ago, and retro wall hangings. When it’s time to ...

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7 Things You Will Love About Epcot’s France Pavilion In Walt Disney World

Spectacular fireworks illuminate the Eiffel Tower and Parisian streets in Epcot’s France Pavilion at Walt Disney World.

Strolling through Epcot’s World Showcase, the uplifting music first signals guests’ arrival at the France pavilion, enticing them to slow down and experience the many pleasures waiting inside. Here guests will find the France that existed around the time of the late 1800s to the early 1900s, La Belle Epoque. From the replica Eiffel Tower, beautiful gardens, quaint shops, enchanting ...

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