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5 tips for your first cruise on Dis...

Four months ago I began the overwhelming process of planning my first Disney cruise. Impressed by all the amazing itineraries offered by the Disney Cruise Line, I finally narrowed the field to the Disney Dream, a journey that I happily took

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Disney vacations: Pixie dust in the...

Like others in my generation who grew up belting out the words to "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and "Hakuna Matata," I am a proud supporter of Disney. Having lived in Tampa for five years, I visited the Magic Kingdom every chance I got—how

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Summertime shrieking: Disney's scar...

By Jill E. Cooper Decades ago, when Walt Disney sat on a park bench in California dreaming of a place […]

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Magic and Wonder: 6 tips for Disney...

From the moment Captain Mickey steps into the terminal as you prepare to board Disney’s Magic or Wonder, you are in for an unforgettable vacation. As you prepare for passage on one of these world-class ships, here are some suggestions for making

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California Vacations: Springtime at...

As the weather turns gorgeous, vacationers begin to flock to California for spring break vacations and great deals at all-inclusive beach resorts. California vacations aren’t complete without a trip to iconic Disneyland. This spring, visit the

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Introducing Disney vacation expert ...

Opening day was a game-changing moment in so many areas: tourism, the travel industry as a whole, popular culture ... the list goes on. And the entire Walt Disney World entity has become a great source of joy for people of all types. I am one of

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Debuting Jill Cooper, our Disney Mo...

Need to know what Disney hotels have the best pools? Want intel about what attractions will be too scary for […]

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5 reasons to stay at Disney's Beach...

As a gulf coast native, my beach vacations usually involve salt water and crashing waves. But over the holidays, 17 members of my family spent five days at the Walt Disney World Beach Club Resort. Sure, the lake was made of fresh water and we

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Fun for the whole family on a Disne...

Family vacations should be chock-full of theme parks, beaches and exciting new places, and sailing with Disney Cruise Line makes it easy for travelers of all ages to enjoy all three of these things in one truly magical place.

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Hawaii meets the magic of Disney wi...

For a family trip that combines all the magic of Disney with a restful Hawaii vacation, visit Aulani Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, opening fall of 2011.

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Top 5 tips for magical Disney chara...

A Florida vacation to Walt Disney World isn’t complete without a character breakfast. Trust me, even the hardest of hearts will be melted like butter on pancakes by the sight of little kids hugging Mickey and Pooh. Here’s my top 5 tips for

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Disney's new World of Color debuts ...

Whittling down a list of sites to take in when planning California vacations is no mean feat. But if you throw Disneyland into the works, you’ve got yourself a bona-fide game changer. Even if you've already been to Disneyland, you haven't yet

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Disney Dream gets finishing touches

Kids – and kids at heart – around the world can rejoice, as this past Tuesday signaled the final stages of construction for Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Dream.

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World’s best theme park resorts

Whether you're planning a visit to Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or any other major North American theme park, give this hotel list a whirl and enjoy some stress-free family vacation planning.

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How to budget for family dining at ...

How much can a family of four expect to spend on food at Disney World? I’ll give you an answer based on my family of four, which consists of two adults and two boys. Such a family could generally expect to spend anywhere between $70 to $200 or

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Top Disney World hotel recommendati...

Staying on Disney property is a must for my family and luckily, Disney provides a range of hotel options for every taste and budget, from value resorts to deluxe grand villas. Families with young kids will be able to choose a wide range of

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Orbitz Twitter giveaway: Win a 7-da...

We’re giving away a 7-night vacation package to Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, Florida! Prize includes airfare for four, 7-night hotel stay in a Disney property, four 7-day Magic Your Way® theme park tickets with Park Hopper® and Water

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Disney vacation: Tips for traveling...

Planning a Disney vacation with small children? It can be daunting, but don’t let it intimidate you; Disney World has plenty to offer kids of all ages. Here are some tips and recommendations for traveling with toddlers.

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Dealing with the young and the rest...

There are several areas in the Magic Kingdom that are dedicated for little ones to run around. Our favorite is Pooh’s Playful Spot, a 6,300-square-foot play area located in Fantasyland. This area features a kid-sized house, log slide, crawl

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Tips on eating healthy at Walt Disn...

Eating at a Disney counter-service location doesn’t mean your family has to eat unhealthily. In addition to traditional park fare such as great burgers, chicken fingers, and french fries, we’ve also found that counter-service locations have

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