1) The weather If you’re from Florida, chances are you’re from somewhere with colder weather. Like many retirees who move to Florida, part of their motivation to do so is the weather. If you’re retiring soon and can’t see yourself dealing with shoveling snow, or you cringe every time the temperature drops below 40 degrees, moving to Florida (especially near ...

Guests who enjoy vacations at Walt Disney World frequently find themselves returning year after year thanks to the countless amazing experiences offered there. With four theme parks full of amazing attractions and entertainment, Disney Springs featuring tons of places to shop and dine, dozens of Disney Resorts with comfortable guest rooms and amenities, and fabulous nighttime entertainment that can’t be ...

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 ...

1) After New Year’s Day Overall, January is a slow month for the parks, though there are a few exceptions. New Years is a busy time in the parks, as many guests are still around from the holidays. Once schools go back in session, these crowds will thin out, although New Year’s Eve and Day are some of the most ...

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 ...

An exotic gem off the beaten path in the promenade of the World Showcase, Epcot’s Morocco pavilion lures guests in with mouth-watering flavors, sweet incense, intriguing rhythms, mystery, and overall delights. When this pavilion was first created, the King of Morocco sent over artisans to create the carvings and tiles that can be found throughout this area. Starting from the ...

The Harambe Market is a section within Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom that is designed to look like the streets of Africa and give you an idea of the different street foods that you might experience on a real visit to an African market. It is a lively, fun place with lots of delicious bites! Here are 7 things that ...

1) Travel during busy weeks, especially for a first visit Choosing a time frame for your Walt Disney World vacation can be challenging, especially if you have tricky schedules due to work or school obligations.Even if you are tied down with work, or limited to traveling during school vacation weeks, there are still some weeks that I would advise against ...

Diamond Horseshoe is a classic restaurant location in the Magic Kingdom. The location isn’t always open and the meal services vary, but it is a great dining location to visit when you can catch it! Here are 6 things that you will love about Diamond Horseshoe: [google_ad_btf] 6. Western theme. The restaurant is a stunning 2 story venue with a ...

Liberty Tree Tavern is one of my favorite restaurants to visit around the holidays. I am a huge fan of traditional turkey dinners and this one is the best one on Disney property. There are so many reasons why Liberty Tree Tavern is a great place to have a meal, and here are 6 things will love about Liberty Tree ...