Running a half or full marathon is a great accomplishment that thousands of runners complete every year. I’m one of those runners, and like many of you, I needed a place to start.  It was 2007, and what better way to celebrate my wife’s pregnancy of our first child than to sign up to run …
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8 Things to Do at Magic Kingdom when It’s Crowded
In an ideal (Walt Disney) World, it would be great to always have low crowd days. And, sometimes to matter how much you plan, you walk into the park and shake your head at the massive crowds. So, apart from rides and attractions, what can you do instead and still have fun? From hanging out …
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What to Pack for Disney With A Baby or Toddler
The most magical place on earth- that’s the Disney promise. You know what spoils the magic really fast? An angry baby. If you’re planning to head to Disney with a baby check out this packing list and go into the trip prepared. So you have decided to venture into the world’s most visited theme park …
Disney Springs Experiences You Don’t Want to Miss
Disney Springs has been growing and changing dramatically over the last few years. It’s been part of a decades-long transformation from the Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village I knew during my first Walt Disney World visits, into the dining, shopping, and entertainment behemoth that it has become today. As large as the area has …
Disney Dining Reservation Tips – How to Book the Disney Restaurant You Want
It’s no secret that getting the Walt Disney World Resort experience that you want requires planning, often months, if not years, in advance. This is especially the case with dining anywhere that takes or requires a reservation. The first thing you should know is that not every restaurant that takes a reservation will be difficult to …
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Best Things to do at Epcot with Preschoolers
Best Things to do at Epcot with Preschoolers Epcot may not be the first park that comes to mind when thinking about Walt Disney World destinations for your preschoolers. Epcot is a must-do with preschoolers, especially on the very busy weekend days at Magic Kingdom. Below are some of best things to do at Epcot with …
Complete Guide to Drinking at Walt Disney World
Who says visiting theme parks is only fun for the kids? Drinking at Walt Disney World might help relax you after shepherding the kids around the parks all day. Let’s journey through the parks and resorts to find the tastiest cocktails found at some of the best watering holes. Drinking at Walt Disney World: Resorts Trader Sam’s …
Magic Kingdom: Gimme a Break!
Join John Vanda and Kevin Gillooly on their ongoing podcasting adventure as they give a dad’s perspective on how to handle a day at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. You’ll get a chance to learn why John can’t ever seem to get a full bowl of cereal, what makes Kevin a true Disney …
Don’t Make Me Pull This Flying Elephant Over!
Dads chatting about their Disney trips isn’t all that rare an occurrence. Dads dispensing a ton of tips about how to save time and money and minimize aggravation while visiting Walt Disney World, well, that is rare. So we’re thrilled to share with you something that is quite rare and, we don’t mind telling …
Don’t Make Me Pull This Flying Elephant Over!
Dads chatting about their Disney trips isn’t all that rare an occurrence. Dads dispensing a ton of tips about how to save time and money and minimize aggravation while visiting Walt Disney World, well, that is rare. So we’re thrilled to share with you something that is quite rare and, we don’t mind telling …
The Single Best Way to Beat Stress at Walt Disney World
Let’s face it, bringing your family to Walt Disney World can be stressful. Let’s look at why. A Walt Disney World vacation can be quite expensive. Expectations are insanely high. However much time you have to explore the parks, it never seems like enough. You may find yourself being almost pathologically tactical as you plan which rides …
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How to Make the Most of Your Time at Walt Disney World
So you made it to Walt Disney World! The months of planning, making reservations, and counting down are finally at an end. You have checked into your resort, dropped your luggage, and now you are standing in the middle of your room with a huge folder of park maps and schedules while your children run …
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