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    Travel Hacking a Disney Cruise

    Do you ever have serious FOMO watching other people’s vacations and wondering how they can afford them? Same. We booked a Disney Cruise in the middle of Covid times and had 18 months to pay it off. It was still painful. I have to say though, it was worth it! So we wanted to do it again.

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    How to save 30% on your next Disney Vacation

    I am going to tell you about a trick I have learned to purchase Disney Gift Cards at 30% off or more. This is the best way I have to save money on your Disney Vacation. Everything is more exprenise these days and a Disney Vacation is no exception. If you are anything like me I am always trying to stretch my families dollar just a bit farther. 

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    Perks of Staying at Disney World Resorts During COVID-19

    Disney World Resorts: To stay on-site or not to stay on-site? That really is the question, isn’t it? I know lots of people are always debating whether or not to stay at one of Disney’s many resorts. It can be a tough choice. Hopefully, this article will help you make that decision! We also know that we are currently living in a different world than we were last year. Everything is different; from how we go to work, to how we spend time with family and friends, to even vacationing! Disney World is no exception. In this post, I will cover the new changes that the Disney World Resorts have…

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    Disney World with Kids- Ways to Keep Your Kids Busy in the Long Lines

    Disney World with Kids: Let’s face it, if you are in Disney World for any amount of time, chances are you will be waiting for something. Whether it’s waiting in line for a ride, waiting for a show to start, or waiting for your dining reservation- Disney = waiting. As adults, the waiting can be hard for us. But for kids, 30+ minutes can seem like an eternity! Never fear! I have some great tips to keep those little ones entertained (and dare I say quiet) while waiting in those lines. This post may contain affiliate links. Making a purchase will be at no extra cost to you. Any portion…

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    What To Pack in Your Disney World Park Bag

    Disney World Park Bag: When going on a vacation – especially a Disney vacation – it’s very important to make sure you are packing all of the right things. But have you ever thought about what to pack in your park bag? For those who might not know, when we refer to a “park bag”, we mean the bag you take into the parks – pretty self-explanatory. Having everything that you need in this bag is very important too! Recently we, (Kim, Jen, and I) were on That Park Life Podcast. We had such a great time and really appreciate Greg and Beth for having us on! We bet you…

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    What to do on Arrival Day at Disney World

    WHOO-HOO!! That day you have been waiting for is FINALLY here! Today is your arrival day for Disney World! No matter how long you have counted down to this day, you want to make sure that you are prepared! Most people have their Fastpasses covered and dining reservations covered, but have you thought about what you are going to do your first day there? Before you leave your house- Confirm luggage tags are on luggage (and that you have all of your luggage) Any paperwork is on hand and easily accessible. Also, make sure that you have confirmation numbers easily assessable if you need them. If you are flying: Arrive…

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    Kim Tries: Nail Art – from Pixar’s Up!

    There are so many fun and creative ways to bring a Disney flair into your daily life. I love rocking a great Disney-inspired manicure when I go to the parks, but nail art is also a great way to bring magic back home. It can be a lot of fun to get pampered with some dazzling nails, but there are plenty of adorable designs you can do at home! For this at-home experiment, I tried to re-create Up-inspired nail art designed by @polishandbeyond!

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    Free Things to get at Disney World! With Printable Checklist!

    Free Things at Disney World: Who doesn’t like free things, right? To be honest, I really am a big ol’ cheapo. And Disney is so expensive to begin with anyway! So, if you are anything like me, having a list of things that you can enjoy for free is a huge plus in your book. Enjoy! Not only will this post explain a little bit about all the freebies and where to find them, but at the bottom there is a free printable check list so you can keep track of your Disney World freebies! Free Things at Disney World that Don’t Require a Ticket I am going to break this…