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Mobile Checkout at Walt Disney World and Disneyland

Casey Starnes5 years ago8 months ago01 mins

Updated August 8, 2025 Mobile Checkout, is an excellent new-ish feature at Disney Parks. It allows you to shop the store, scan your own items, and pay in your app. Disney magic! Let’s see how it works.

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Epcot International Festival of Arts at Walt Disney World

Casey Starnes5 years ago2 years ago01 mins

Updated October 13, 2023 It’s happening! My favorite festival has returned to Epcot during my favorite time of year to visit. There’s a lot to know about this event. Let’s take a look at what you should not miss.

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Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort

Casey Starnes6 years ago2 years ago01 mins

Updated October 13, 2023 Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort is a great option for guests wanting to stay off site, but still at a reputable and familiar hotel chain. Because it’s a Marriott property, you know what you can expect. Let’s take a look at everything this hotel includes.

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Disney Skyliner

Casey Starnes6 years ago2 years ago21 mins

Updated October 13, 2023 The newest form of transportation at Walt Disney World is now my favorite. The Disney Skyliner does not disappoint, friends! Embrace this travel option for so many stops around WDW. Read further for what you need to know to get the most out of your experience.

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Disney Movies in the Backyard

Casey Starnes6 years ago2 years ago21 mins

Updated October 13, 2023 Want to experience Disney movies at home in a really cool way? It’s easier than you think. For years, we have set up an outdoor theater in the backyard at minimal cost and effort. Once you buy everything required, you’re set for a long time. Let’s take a look at everything…

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Anaheim Suites Hotel (former Cambria Hotel & Suites)

Casey Starnes6 years ago4 months ago41 mins

Updated December 6, 2025 Cambria Hotel and Suites is a great hotel option at Disneyland. I stayed there recently and found several things I like about this property. It opened in December of 2019, so it’s all fairly new. Let’s take a look at the details from my stay so you can determine if this…

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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Casey Starnes6 years ago6 months ago1161 mins

Updated October 29, 2025 The long awaited land dedicated to Star Wars has opened. There’s a lot to know about it. Let’s get started.

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Frozen 2

Casey Starnes6 years ago3 years ago37 mins

Updated March 6, 2020 It’s finally time! Frozen 2 is here. The long awaited sequel has arrived. I attended an early screening of this film at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California on November 19, 2019. Here’s what you need to know…. Franchise Info The original film, Frozen, debuted in November of 2013. Its success…

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Walt Disney World Dining

Casey Starnes7 years ago1 year ago01 mins

Updated January 6, 2025 Dining at Walt Disney World is an adventure in itself. Consider this – although vastly different in size, Disneyland and Disney World have nearly the same amount of attractions. It’s true! So, how does WDW fill four parks while we have only two? A big part of this can be credited…

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50 Years of the Disneyland Resort Line

Casey Starnes7 years ago6 years ago02 mins

Updated March 6, 2020 Disney sent me a copy of the Disneyland Resort Line, which is a cast-exclusive magazine, and I’m excited to share it with you! I love behind-the-scenes stuff like this. This magazine is celebrating 50 years this month, making it the longest running publication in the history of the Walt Disney Company….

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