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 […]
Everything You Need to Know About Advanced Dining Reservations
You have finally made your decision … and are headed to the Walt Disney World Resort. Congratulations! While the Walt Disney World Resort is home to a multitude of counter service restaurants (no reservations needed), most table service restaurants are highly sought after. Securing Advanced Dining Reservations (sometimes called ADRs) is highly recommended, especially if […]
Perks of Using Extra Magic Hours
So, one of the BEST perks to staying at one of the Walt Disney World Resorts is that Guests have access to the Extra Magic Hours! What makes these hours so magical? Extra Time in the Parks! Empty-Park PhotoPass Pictures! Extra Time in the Parks! Fewer People Waiting in Line! Did I Mention, Extra […]
Tips for Planning a Walt Disney World Resort Vacation with Another Disney Enthusiast
Believe it or not, planning a trip to the Walt Disney World Resort with another Disney Enthusiast can be more complicated than going with a first-time visitor. After all, Disney Enthusiasts have established touring styles and traditions while first-time visitors usually leave the planning to the Disney Enthusiast’s knowledge. All of my previous visits have been with my […]
Tips for Visiting Disney Parks without a Bag
Last year I did an article on the Top 10 Helpful Things to Bring to the Park. You can read it here. Today, I’m going to give you tips on how to go to the parks without a bag (or at least a much smaller one!). As you probably know, going to any Disney park […]
MAJOR Changes Coming to FastPass+!
It has been rumored for a while now that some changes were coming to Walt Disney World Resort’s FastPass+ system. The major change rumored is the ability to schedule additional FastPasses using the My Disney Experience (MDE) app on your smartphone or tablet. On April 10, 2016 some of these rumored changes will take place! The […]
They are here! Purple MagicBands!
Purple MagicBands are officially here! After many requests for purple to be added as a MagicBand color, it has happened! The other seven colors are still available – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, and gray (the default color). I know purple has been anxiously awaited and my social media caught on fire with the news! […]
It’s Time to Change, It’s Time to Rearrange (Your Advance Dining Reservations!)
After months of perusing menus and restaurant reviews you logged into your My Disney Experience account at the 180 day mark and made your Advance Dining Reservations (ADRs). All your ducks are in a row. You fire up a trip countdown app on your phone in anticipation of your impeccably planned trip. Fast forward a […]
Shop Disney Parks App Now Offering Resort and In Park Delivery!
Using the My Disney Experience App is a quick and easy way to keep up with everything from your Resort and Dining Reservations to the wait times in the Parks. As we here at Magical DIStractions have reported, the My Disney Experience App has evolved since it’s inception and enhancements have been made. Guests can even view and […]
Tips on How to Do Disney World with Seniors
Several of our nearly two dozen trips to Walt Disney World Resort have included our immediate family, my mother and other extended family members. Traveling with seniors may require that adjustments be made to your vacation planning but none that I consider to be major. While planning these trips can be a bit “different,” the outcome is greatly rewarding and you’ll have memories that will last a lifetime. […]