The Gift of Disney
The Gift of Disney [bctt tweet="It's Christmas time, and for many that means crowds, sales, gifts, and utter chaos. At some point we have lost the joy and the simplicity of Christmas" via="no"]. It's Christmas time, and for many that means crowds, sales, gifts, and utter chaos. At some point we have lost the joy and the simplicity of Christmas. If you read Nick's post on Why We Don't Do Birthday Parties anymore it may not come as a surprise to you that we like to give the gift of experiences
Flower and Garden Festival with Extended days
The Epcot International Flower and Gardent Festival is celebrating it's 23rd year, and this year it is expanding from 75 days to 90 days. The dates for the 2016 festival will be March 2-May 30, 3016. The festival will have all new Disney character topiaries, interactive play gardens and live rockin' music. You will enjoy fresh farm market flavors at the numeral Outdoor Kitchens showcased at the festival, this festival will surely shower you with spring surprises. Some of the new topiaries you can look forward to seeing will include
New Star Wars Experiences COMING…
We told you about the exciting addition of Star Wars experiences coming to Hollywood Studios. We are so excited to have a little more information about some of those experiences. Some of the changes you will see starting December 1st, with more coming in early 2016. Star Wars Launch Bay, located in the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, will take guests into the Star Wars saga and the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, with special exhibits and peeks behind-the-scenes, special merchandise and opportunities to meet Chewbacca and even Darth Vader. A new adventure awaits at, Star Tours – The Adventures Continues,
MagicBand on Demand
You now have a new option to create and personalize MagicBands at Walt Disney World. MagicBand on Demand is a new station inside the Tomorrowland Power & Light Co. located near Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom. At the Tomorrowland location, you can choose to create either a MagicBand or a D-Tech phone case. When creating a MagicBand, you can choose from eight different colors – including purple – as well as approximately 40 graphics. There will be a few graphics that will only be found in this location that salute classic Magic Kingdom Park attractions and icons. In addition to artwork,
What a Dream, the Carnival Dream!
What a Dream! Carnival Dream 101 Dream Vacations’ Louisiana Dream Team (Tiffany Poche' & myself, Claire Stafford) spent a Sunday dreaming of a vacation on the high seas after a Travel Consultant Tour & Lunch on the Carnival Dream. The Carnival Dream crew treated us to a learn and lunch sharing new features on the ship, new cruising adventures, and 4 course meal with dancing wait staff! Top 4 favorites of this visit: Renovations Food & Dink Seuss at Sea Carnival Journey Some of our favorite features included the newly renovated, spacious ocean view and balcony staterooms
Our Grand Pacific Adventure!
We just got back from an amazing (mostly Disney themed!) trip to California and Hawaii. It was a grand Pacific Adventure. The thought of taking 2 kids under 2 seemed like a daunting task but I am SO glad we went! The kids may not remember much, but seeing the joy on their faces is something that will stay with me forever. We began our Pacific adventure in Disneyland. Luke and Lily love Mickey, Minnie, Jake, Sophia and Doc so they were in heaven. The characters are so approachable
National Plan a Cruise Month
October is National Plan a Cruise Month, and we want to celebrate! The cruise industry has come together to help everyone fall in love with cruising by featuring unprecedented cruise vacation offers – from chances to win dream cruise vacations each day of the month and discovering new cruises and destinations to receiving the best cruise deals and promotions. To book one of the amazing Cruise Month offers contact your travel agent or if you don't have one, be sure to check out our preferred travel professionals at 101
For the Last Time, Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights – Celebrate A Holiday Tradition One More Time With the holidays right around the corner, there are two more options for seasonal fun coming to the Walt Disney World® Resort. This year at Disney's Hollywood Studios®, you can enjoy two special experiences as you are surrounded by The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights – the Merry & Bright Dessert Party (Nov. 6-Dec. 30, 2015) and the Merry & Bright Dinner Reception (Jan. 1-3, 2016). The dessert party includes holiday-themed desserts, while the dinner reception features a selection of small
FerryTale Wishes coming to Walt Disney World
You will soon be able to set sail for “Ferrytale Wishes” – an exclusive dessert party and unique fireworks viewing experience on Seven Seas Lagoon. As you sail aboard one of the iconic double stack ferryboats, your will enjoy decadent desserts, specialty beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and a one-of-a-kind perspective of the famous Wishes nighttime spectacular above Magic Kingdom® Park. The menu for FerryTale Wishes includes a variety of desserts, a fruit and cheese display and ice cream novelties. You will also receive a souvenir acrylic palette plate and glow glass once onboard. FerryTale Wishes will first
Why We Don't Do Birthday Parties Anymore.
[bctt tweet="I became very career oriented and was determined to give my family a life worth dreaming over. @NickPoche"] Someone once told me (or I saw it in a meme) that you call always make money, but you can’t always make memories. It’s a very simple concept but a very true one. If you are anything like me you very easily find yourself caught up in the day to day grind of life and distracted from what matters the most. Like most, our families are our number one priority