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Author Archives: Stacy Milford

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.

Is a Disney World Deluxe Resort Right for Your Vacation?

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Disney Guests who want to enjoy the magic of a Walt Disney World vacation beyond the Parks love to stay on property at a Disney Resort. But with so many fabulous Disney Resort Hotels, how do you know which one is right for your family? If you want to spend time relaxing in style at your chosen Resort, and money ...

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Is a Disney World Moderate Resort Right for Your Vacation?

One of the hardest decisions Disney Guests face when planning a vacation at Walt Disney World is where to stay. There are dozens of Disney Resorts Hotels on the property, so there’s something perfect for every budget and taste. WDW’s Moderate Resorts might be the right choice for you if you’re looking for a Resort Hotel that offers comfort, Disney ...

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Is a Disney World Value Resort Right for Your Vacation?

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Think you can’t stay at Walt Disney World without spending a fortune?  Think again!  After all, Walt himself wanted the average family to be able to afford to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth, and WDW’s Value Resorts are a great budget-friendly option for visitors who want to stay on property without breaking the bank.  But, are they right ...

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Top Experiences Walt Disney World Insiders RARELY Do

No matter how often we visit Walt Disney World, some attractions occupy a permanent spot on our vacation to-do list.  Riding Haunted Mansion, visiting Pandora – World of Avatar at night, and snacking our way through the World Showcase, for example, will always be staples of a Walt Disney World Resort vacation for us.  But after dozens of trips to ...

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How to Spend the Perfect Day at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

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So, you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World.  Congratulations! Understandably, Disney World’s theme parks will probably be the highlight of your vacation.  But as anyone who has vacationed in the Most Magical Place in the world (especially with kids) knows, sometimes you need a little vacation from your vacation.  A Resort day fits the bill perfectly – after all, ...

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Here’s What Universal Could Learn from Walt Disney World

For the uninitiated, distinguishing between Universal Studios and Walt Disney World can be a challenge (considering the number of people who have told me they want to go to Disney World to visit Harry Potter!).  After all, both consist of multiple theme parks with thrilling rides, beloved characters, and plenty of dining, entertainment and shopping opportunities, and there are fabulous things about ...

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Keeping It Honest: Top Walt Disney World Frustrations

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If you’re reading this, you’re probably a Disney fan.  Maybe even a Disney superfan.  But we all know that along with the many, many fabulous things that keep us coming back to Walt Disney World, there are always a few less-than-fabulous things that we have to put up with, too.  Today, we’re keeping it real by discussing some of those ...

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10 Things You May Have Missed at EPCOT

Do you consider yourself an expert on all things Epcot?  Maybe you’ve been to Future World and the World Showcase more times than you can count.  Perhaps you can recite all of the countries that boast their own pavilions, and you know what order to tackle the park’s attractions in to best avoid crowds.  But Epcot is full of hidden ...

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Fun Facts About Disney’s Goofy

Who doesn’t have a soft spot for the class clown?  In Disney vernacular, of course, that would be the inimitable Goofy, Mickey’s aptly named pal and member of the Sensational Six, alongside Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Pluto.  Generations of Disney fans have fallen in love with Goofy’s clumsy, lovable and hilarious personality and unforgettable hijinks.  But Goofy is much ...

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Walt Disney World’s Most Overrated Attractions

Any list of overrated attractions at Walt Disney World is bound to be contentious, as every ride has its ardent fans as well as its detractors.  And really, there is no bad ride on property – it’s WDW, after all!  Here are a few of the rides we consider to be overrated in the parks, for various reasons.  Which would ...

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