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December 9, 2016 by Mary Spina

Waiting for Your Disney Cruise?

Waiting for Your Disney Cruise?

The excitement is building! It’s still months away but it’s on your calendar – your vacation aboard one of the four beautiful ships of Disney Cruise Line (DCL)!  If you are anything like me, the reservations were made months in advance.  So there is a lot of waiting.  To help pass the time, here are […]

November 10, 2016 by Mary Spina

Five Reasons I Love Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Five Reasons I Love Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

In the eighth of my series on Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Resorts at the Walt Disney World Resort (WDW), I’m covering the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.  Boulder Ridge Villas recall the 1860’s railroad hotels of the American West and nicely complement the rustic beauty of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.  Being a DVC member gives my family the flexibility to […]

November 8, 2016 by Kelly Melody

Pick the Practically Perfect Shoe for Your Disney Parks Vacation

Pick the Practically Perfect Shoe for Your Disney Parks Vacation

In many of the Disney fan groups I belong to on  Social Media, I see one question asked over and over, “What shoes should I wear to the parks?”   The wrong pair of shoes can put a blister on  your vacation, literally.  I’m here to share what works for me, and what has caused big […]

November 7, 2016 by Connie Sink

Large Group Dining at Walt Disney World

Large Group Dining at Walt Disney World

Will you be heading to Walt Disney World with a large group? Try out these fantastic Walt Disney World restaurants that are perfect for large group dining! This past summer I had the privilege of traveling to Walt Disney World with a large group from our local university.  Touring the parks can be a challenge with […]

November 2, 2016 by Christen Francis

Experiences with Accessibility in Walt Disney World

Experiences with Accessibility in Walt Disney World

Writer’s Note: This Accessibility at Disney article is in memory of my late brother, who passed away in January. Timmy was paralyzed from the chest down in a dirtbike accident when he was in high school. He did not let his disability slow him down. After taking his family to Walt Disney World several times, we discussed writing […]

October 25, 2016 by Kelly Melody

Budget Friendly Activities for a Walt Disney World Holiday Vacation

Budget Friendly Activities for a Walt Disney World Holiday Vacation

No one does the holidays like Walt Disney World, but lots of the special holiday activities can come with a pretty hefty price tag.  Usually, our Christmas includes the renewal of Annual Passes and one on-site stay, which is already a large price tag for a one income family, so we don’t participate in any […]

October 5, 2016 by Christen Francis

Walt Disney World Tipping Etiquette

Walt Disney World Tipping Etiquette

I recently shared advice on the importance of creating a Disney Budget. Today, I am covering the subject of tipping Cast Members. Walt Disney World Tipping Etiquette can be seen as a guide to help you be prepared should you want to tip and recommendations for the amount to tip! Magical Express and Other Forms of Transportation Magical Express […]

September 23, 2016 by Karen Luster

Preparing for Your Child’s First Walt Disney World Trip

Preparing for Your Child’s First Walt Disney World Trip

While gearing up for my son’s first (and my 15th!!!) trip to the Walt Disney World Resort I came up with a list of suggestions for parents preparing for their child’s first visit: Just Push Play Once you’ve announced your upcoming trip, be sure to request the vacation planning DVD from Disney Parks. The DVD provides […]

September 22, 2016 by Lisa McBride

Be Our Guest Restaurant: Try it All! It’s Delicious!

Be Our Guest Restaurant: Try it All! It’s Delicious!

When you step inside Be Our Guest Restaurant you feel as if you’ve truly entered the Beast’s castle! Located in the new Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom, Be Our Guest Restaurant is one of the newest restaurants in the entire park. The restaurant serves a quick service breakfast and lunch and, at dinner, serves a […]

September 19, 2016 by Christen Francis

Set a Disney Budget to Make Some Magic

Set a Disney Budget to Make Some Magic

Here at Magical DIStractions, we give you all sorts of information and tips on planning a Walt Disney World Vacation. You may even feel overwhelmed at the THOUGHT of planning a trip. I get it! My first trip planning experience was confusing, yet exciting. There are just SO many things to consider- how can one […]

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Caroline is the creator of Magical DIStractions and the owner of Magical Distractions Travel Co. You can read her travel articles here and at TravelingMom.com. She lives with her husband and two children on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

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