Disney Cruises
Updated April 22, 2026 The coveted Disney Cruise. What’s it all about? Compared to other cruise lines, Disney looks kind of pricey, but they sell out ships again and again. Let’s take a look at why.
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Candlelight Processional at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Updated December 8, 2025 This time honored tradition is one of my favorites. With roots back to 1955, the year Disneyland opened, it’s a beautiful celebration of Christ’s birth told through Bible verses. A lovely symphony and choir accompany the readings. Disneyland hosts shows on only 2 nights. Epcot, at Walt Disney World, hosts shows…
A Disneyland Scavenger Hunt
Updated October 23, 2025 Are you interested in adding a fun hour to your trip? Take a look at my scavenger hunt. It can be completed in under an hour, is suitable for kids and adults and will showcase some of the basics of Disneyland history. All of the locations to find are on Main…
WDW Park Strategies for Days without Lightning Lanes
Updated October 28, 2024 After many years of providing super effective strategies for both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, I now share what you need to know in order to move through the Walt Disney World parks in the same efficient manner. My strategies are: This post will detail exactly how to navigate each park….
Lightning Lane Entry at Disneyland
Updated September 20, 2025 Lightning Lanes are here! Lightning Lanes provide guests the opportunity to hold their place in line, essentially, for a future ride on an attraction. You buy access to the system in the Disneyland app and then use it throughout the day. With your purchase, you get all your ride photos and…
Rope Drop at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Updated January 23, 2026 What is Rope Drop at Disney Parks? Let’s take a look at what it means, why you need to know what it means, and how to use it to your best ability. Giddy up, let’s go!
Pumpkin Preparation & How to Create The Halloween Tree at Home
Updated September 8, 2025 Each year, I buy pumpkins and gourds in the middle of September and they last (outside in sunny San Diego!) until Halloween and after. It’s true! Prepping your pumpkins and gourds makes all the difference. It takes just a few minutes and doesn’t cost much at all. Let’s see how it…
Hurricanes at Walt Disney World
Updated September 24, 2024 Awwww Florida. You never stop delivering. Hurricanes might not be on your Disney World trip wish list, but it’s wise to be prepared in case one arrives while you’re on site. This happened to me recently. There was no sign of significant weather upon departing San Diego, but a hurricane landed…
Single Rider Lines at Disneyland and Disney World
Updated September 21, 2024 These are a great option!! Single Rider Lines are for guests who don’t want to wait in line for a long time and don’t mind riding alone or with a guest they don’t know.
Crisis on Vacation – How to Prepare for the Worst
Updated January 26, 2025 Here’s a post I thought I would never have to write. And, while it’s embarrassing, seeing as this is my job to be prepared for such things, I’m hoping you’ll learn from my mistakes and do better. This one’s a doozy. Ready? Let’s do it.