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Disney Kids and Nature Celebration unites Disney Channel stars, Earth-friendly ideas

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Disney Channel actors Laura Marano, Ross Lynch, Debby Ryan, Bella Thorne and Zendaya interacted with youth leaders at Disney’s Friends for Change Youth Summit during the Disney Kids and Nature Celebration at Walt Disney World. The Walt Disney Co. began celebrating Earth Day at Walt Disney World with a weekend that featured its new star … Continue reading "Disney Kids and Nature Celebration unites Disney Channel stars, Earth-friendly ideas"
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Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Campground is for horse lovers

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Perhaps one of the best-kept secrets at Walt Disney World is Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. This is especially true for horse lovers. My family has stayed at the campground several times and enjoyed many of the outdoors activities, but there are some great equestrian experiences that you can take advantage of without staying there. … Continue reading "Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Campground is for horse lovers"
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Disney’s dolphin presentations showcase cognitive research at Epcot

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An Epcot cast member helps prepare the shape cards for dolphin training. My almost-8-year-old daughter loves dolphins these days, something that’s not uncommon for little girls, it seems. And, certainly, last year’s Dolphin Tale movie inspired kids to to find out more about the mammals and other marine life. Moved by my daughter’s new passion, … Continue reading "Disney’s dolphin presentations showcase cognitive research at Epcot"
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Easter activities at Disney World a sweet treat for kids

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Toddlers are invited to pose with oversized Easter eggs on the lawns at Epcot’s U.K. pavilion. This year, my children and I visited Epcot on Easter Sunday for the first time. Of course, we couldn’t wait to check out the special holiday events, most of which were held outside the United Kingdom pavilion. The setting … Continue reading "Easter activities at Disney World a sweet treat for kids"
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DisneyQuest is more than video gaming for kids

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DisneyQuest, Walt’s Disney World’s five-story gaming attraction at Downtown Disney, is all about the video games, right? Yes, but that’s not all there is to do. The entire second floor is set up for kids — and adults — to explore their creativity by making art, music and roller coasters. At the Animation Academy, guests … Continue reading "DisneyQuest is more than video gaming for kids"
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Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World

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Large-screen video games were added to the Space Mountain queue. The weeks before and after Easter are some of the busiest at Walt Disney World, which means that even with using FASTPass, you are going to be spending time in lines for attractions, as well as restaurants, transportation, stores and bathrooms on your vacation. That’s … Continue reading "Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World"
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Disney World creates themed Easter baskets and lets guests customize their own

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Beginning this week, the Easter Bunny’s helpers hop into high gear at Walt Disney World resorts, preparing for the holiday on Sunday. Guests at each hotel will be able to purchase pre-made Easter baskets — or they can customize their own. The pre-made baskets are themed to pirates, princesses and Mickey Mouse, and they are … Continue reading "Disney World creates themed Easter baskets and lets guests customize their own"
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Disney author Ridley Pearson shares what’s coming next in ‘Kingdom Keepers’ series

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Author Ridley Pearson debuted his new ‘Kingdom Keepers V: Shell Game’ at Downtown Disney on March 29. “This is Ridley Pearson, Ace Detective, Kingdom Keeper, currently hiding out somewhere in Walt Disney World with a suspicious-looking woman with a long, long pen and a piece of paper.” So began my interview this week with author … Continue reading "Disney author Ridley Pearson shares what’s coming next in ‘Kingdom Keepers’ series"
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The Pirate’s League at Disney World gives families swashbuckling makeovers

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My son happily waits for his pirate makeover. The Pirate’s League in the Magic Kingdom immerses guests in the swashbuckling world of pirates and their wenches by transforming them into new recruits for Captain Jack Sparrow’s crew. We set out one day last fall to give my then-8-year-old son an experience he had been yearning … Continue reading "The Pirate’s League at Disney World gives families swashbuckling makeovers"
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Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location

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When it comes to dining at Downtown Disney, I have a certain group of restaurants that are my favorites which I tend to go to again and again. On a recent trip to Downtown Disney, however, I decided to try a restaurant that I have never even set foot in despite the countless times I … Continue reading "Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location"
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