Disney Cruise Says Hello to Miami and New Itineraries!

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Francine

Disney CruiseDisney Cruise Line welcomes guests to sail 4-night or 5-night itineraries, from the Port of Miami, on the Disney Cruise Line Wonder, starting in December 0f 2012!    Certainly, this gives Disney Cruise Line some leeway with their Caribbean and Bahamas cruises.  Disney is offering a new Disney Cruise vacation option, with one of their original ships.  Yes, again, we see Disney taking something old and making it feel new. Ports of call could include Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman; Key West and Nassau, Bahamas, and many of the itineraries will include a stop at Disney Cruise Line’s private island, Castaway Cay.  Sailing from Miami avoids the sometimes choppy sail along the Florida coast, heading back to Port Canaveral.  I like this idea.  There is more news, too.
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Walt Disney World Character Meals – Disney Dining

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Tracee

Chef Mickey's, Disney dining, Walt Disney World, Disney travel agentIn working for Our Laughing Place Travel, I find that one of the most asked questions is “how do I eat with the characters in Walt Disney World?”  Of course, being a character groupie, I always have some great answers.  I wanted to share some of my Character dining knowledge with everyone.

When thinking of dining, it seems to be easier to break the choices down by area.  I will start with the parks.

Magic Kingdom:  Cinderella’s Royal Table is one of the most popular, and needless to say, one of the most difficult meals to grab a reservation. Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World Ft. Wilderness Resort & Campground

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Tonya

So, you’ve decided to go to Walt Disney World.  How exciting! The first decision is when to go. The second and possibly “most important” decision is which resort to stay at. I take where to stay seriously. Ha! Disney offers so many resort choices. I’ve stayed at every level Disney offers… a value, a moderate, a deluxe, and Disney’s Vacation Club resorts. However, Disney’s Ft. Wilderness has my heart! I’m not a camper, as in a pop-up camper type. (Just ask my husband, who bought a new pop up camper. Did he really think I was going to stay in a 10×10 metal box with no bathroom and 3 children? The answer to that was … a For Sale sign on the camper a month later! ha!!) Oh no, this gal loves her indoor plumbing, full size kitchen, and mouse-keeping. (That’s Disney talk for housekeeping.) Continue reading →

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President Barack Obama Disney World Visit!

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Francine

President Barack Obama Disney visitPresident Barack Obama is visiting Walt Disney World tomorrow, January 19, 2012!  The Obama Disney visit was planned after the president contacted Disney officials and requested that they set up for him to make a special announcement in front of Cinderella’s Castle, in Magic Kingdom!  The announcement is something that is supposed to impact the travel industry and tourism in the United States, in general.  The Obama Disney visit, in itself, is historic.  A sitting president has never visited Walt Disney World.
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19th Epcot Flower and Garden Festival in Walt Disney World

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Francine

Epcot Walt Disney WorldI love the International Flower and Garden Festival!  It happens every year at Epcot in Walt Disney World.  This year the festival starts on March 7 and runs through May 20, 2012.  There are so many beautiful displays and fun activities.  This is an enjoyable festival, and you won’t want to miss it.

I love the topiary creations that you see everywhere at Epcot.  The whimsy and imagination it takes to create such beautiful and living pieces of art never ceases to amaze me.  If that isn’t enough, which it surely isn’t for Disney, you will find so many enjoyable activities and displays.  The goal Disney has is that everyone will enjoy their visit to the Flower and Garden Festival.  So, what is there to do at the festival?

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Taking my Nephew to Walt Disney World!

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Christee

Disney travel planning, Disney travel agentWhen my Sister called and told me she was pregnant, the first words I said to her is “Now we have a kid to take to Walt Disney World!” The last child I went to Disney World with was her at age 6 - about 18 years ago. So, I am very excited to take my nephew to Walt Disney World next. He is due on February 1, and I have lots of Disney plans for his future.

Over past trips, I have seen kids faces light up as the castle comes into view and hearing those little giggles of joy always made me smile.  I’m not sure exactly when his first trip down Main Street USA will occur but it will be sooner than later and more often then most.

I think we will stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge so he can see the animals from the room.  We can go for the holidays, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Trick or Treat at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.  Oh I can not wait!

I keep thinking, “Will he like this attraction or be afraid of it?” Continue reading →

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Delicious Disney Dining Experiences With Healthy Options

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Francine

Disney DiningDietary situations are not a challenge at Walt Disney World.  In fact, if you want to eat healthy, and have specific needs or food allergies, your best vacation destination is a Disney vacation destination.  Your dietary needs will not mean your taste buds will go without; no, not at all!  Chef’s like Chef Ken from the Plaza Restaurant at Magic Kingdom, picture on the left, will be happy to sit and talk to you, like he did with us, about whatever dietary need you have.  They will remember you, too.  Chef Ken remembered us from a trip two years prior, and even remembered where we sat.  That is Disney dining at its best, right?  It is healthy for the body and the vacation feeling.

When I travel to Walt Disney World I anticipate the Disney dining experiences that await me.  I know that my palate will be treated well, with many different Disney dining options to choose from.  Disney dining is all about delicious, no matter what the dietary need or desire is.
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Re-Imagined and New Imagined Disney Vacation Destinations!

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Francine

Disney travel planning, Disney travel agent, DisneyWhen I go on a Disney vacation there are certain expectations I have.  I really love the traditions that Disney gives us, such as the Wishes Fireworks at Magic Kingdom.  I also want to experience something new; and I’ve yet to not find something new when I go on a Disney vacation.  With Disney it really is all about progress and evolving. Disney vacations really do set the bar pretty high when it comes to providing a fresh and new vacation experience to guests that return over the years, while providing the Disney vacation allure to new guests; who might experience a Disney vacation by chance. Disney really wants you to visit a Disney vacation destination.

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Disney Cruise Line with “Not So Little” Kids

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Tracee

Disney Cruise Line, Disney travel agent, Disney travel planningWhen we started thinking about a vacation two years ago, my husband and I were leaning toward a cruise on the Disney Cruise Line.  We are serious Disney people and after over 25 trips to the parks, we wanted to try something different.  At the time, my twin boys would be celebrating their 19th birthday on the ship.

We sat down at the dinner table to let them know that we were leaning in the cruise direction, thinking, of course, that they would be ecstatic at the idea.  We couldn’t have been more wrong!  They were very unhappy.  The first thing out of their mouth was “you’re wasting our Disney money”!

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Polynesian Magic At Walt Disney World

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Jodi

From the time I was a child, I would look across the lagoon from the Magic Kingdom, spot the Polynesian Resort, and daydream about staying there one day. In November of 2011, that dream came true. And when fate blessed us with a great discount, we were even able to stay on the concierge club level. And what a grand and magical adventure it was, too!

Upon arrival aboard Disney’s Magical Express, we were greeted by several cast members including a special one from concierge. Continue reading →

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