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Stacy has lived in 4 countries on 3 continents, and travels whenever humanly possible. Passionate about music theatre, dessert, and adventure in the great wide somewhere, she visits Walt Disney World every year, usually during Halloween! Stacy currently divides her time between writing and teaching English as a second language to children in China, and is pretty sure growing up is over-rated.

Most Iconic Scents in Walt Disney World

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Intoxicating scents might not be the first thing (or second, or third…) that a Guest thinks of when remembering a Walt Disney World vacation. But since our sense of smell is the sense most strongly associated with memory, it stands to reason that smell plays a pretty important role in bringing to mind your most treasured Walt Disney World memories.   ...

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Skip That Quick Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Let the Magic Begin

Disney’s Magic Kingdom is the Park most Guests think of when they think of Walt Disney World. Chances are, you’ll spend a decent amount of time exploring Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Main Street, U.S.A., and Tomorrowland – and rightfully so!   But where will you go when hunger pains strike? Sure, you could opt for a table service restaurant – there are plenty of ...

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Skip That Quick Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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With lands like DinoLand U.S.A., Pandora – The World of Avatar, Discovery Island, Africa, and Asia, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a great Park for adventure!  And thankfully, this goes for your taste buds, too.   Imaginative restaurant theming and creative, delicious dishes abound throughout the Park, whether a Guest chooses a table service restaurant or a quick service restaurant.  Here are a few ...

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Skip That Quick Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Quick service restaurants are ideal for Guests who don’t want an expensive table service meal, but instead a casual bite to eat that’s cost-effective and quick, allowing you to get back to your day in the Parks.  Disney’s Hollywood Studios has several quick service options to choose from.   While they don’t all have the fabulous theming and exotic tastes you’ll come ...

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Skip That Quick Service Restaurant, Eat Here Instead at Disney’s EPCOT

Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie EPCOT France Pavilion

Restaurants at Walt Disney World are divided into two main categories: table service restaurants, where you’ll be seated at a table and have a server, and quick service restaurants, where you’ll place your order with a cashier or on the My Disney Experience app, pick up your food and choose your own seat, cafeteria-style.  Unsurprisingly, quick service restaurants offer a much ...

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Skip That, Ride This Instead at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT

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A Guest could be forgiven for having a soft spot for Walt Disney World’s EPCOT.  After all, it’s the only Disney Theme Park where you can travel to the future and travel around the world, all without leaving the Park!   You’ll want to make time to eat and drink around World Showcase while you’re there, of course, but what about EPCOT’s attractions?  While ...

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Skip That, Ride This Instead at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios

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There’s never been a better time to visit Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios. Once, Park Guests might spend half a day in, or skip altogether when short on time, but no longer! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land have breathed new life into what once felt like a neglected Theme Park. All of the new attractions and lands in Disney’s Hollywood ...

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Skip That, Ride This Instead at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

Cinderella Wishing Well

Boasting nearly two dozen rides, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has more rides than any other WDW Theme Park.  So, chances are a Guest won’t be able to ride every single attraction in any one visit to the Park, although you certainly could. It would just mean neglecting the fabulous attractions at Disney’s EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom Parks.  Prioritizing ...

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Best Quiet Pools in Walt Disney World Resorts

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Feature pools are always a hit at Walt Disney World Resorts. They’re often huge, crowded, and they make quite an impact with their theming and features, like water slides. But what if you’re looking for a Disney pool that’s a little more subtle, where you can relax without all the crowds at a feature pool?   This is where Disney’s leisure or ...

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Best Feature Pools in Walt Disney World Resorts

Life Jackets for Kids at Resort Pool

Location, theming, cost – these are all common considerations when choosing a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.  But have you taken the time to research the many amazing feature pools that call Disney Resorts home?  This is another important criterion in any Resort Hotel search, because while you can visit other Disney Resorts during your stay, you won’t be able to swim ...

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