My Day Using Disney Genie+ at Magic Kingdom

Yesterday was the first day that the new Disney Genie+ service was available at Walt Disney World! If you need a refresher on what Disney Genie+ is, read this post FIRST. I have a certain way that I like to strategize my park days in order to tackle the MOST rides with the LEAST amount of time waiting in lines. I followed that overall strategy during my time at Magic Kingdom while testing out Disney Genie+ and now I’m going to recap my day with you! In future posts I will deep dive into park strategies utilizing Disney Genie+ at …

Will Very Merriest After Hours Include More Than Boo Bash?

With the (hopefully temporary) cancellation of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year, Walt Disney World is now offering After Hours events at the Magic Kingdom to celebrate the holiday season. Disney’s Boo Bash After Hours event is currently taking place on select nights through Halloween. You can read my thoughts on that event right here. Spoiler alert, it wasn’t my favorite and I most definitely missed the traditional Halloween party of years past. So will Disney’s Very Merriest After Hours be worth the higher price tag? Let’s dive into all of the details of …

Is Disney’s Boo Bash Worth the Money? That Depends.

I attended the very first Boo Bash After Hours event of the 2021 Halloween season at Magic Kingdom last night, and I wanted to share what I enjoyed about the event, what I felt was missing or could have been done better, and whether this may be an event that you should attend. First, let’s chat about what an After Hours event is. After Hours events are separately ticketed events that take place inside the park after the park has stopped serving daytime ticket guests for the day. My Boo Bash ticket last night was $139 but ticket costs vary …

Souvenirs to Buy BEFORE your Disney World Vacation

My kids absolutely love choosing a souvenir at the parks when we visit for a special occasion. They would spend an hour inside of the Emporium in Magic Kingdom looking at ALL THE THINGS if I let them! I’ve come to learn though, that my kids typically gravitate towards the same kind of souvenirs when we visit. I’ve also realized that I can buy those EXACT items for much cheaper outside of the parks; especially if you shop ahead and keep an eye out for sales! If you’d like to save some cash on your next Walt Disney World vacation, …

Best Disney Face Masks for Kids and Adults

Beginning July 30, face masks are once again required indoors, on attractions, and on transportation at Walt Disney World Resort for all guests ages 2 and older (regardless of vaccination status). We’ve been wearing masks to the parks for over a year now and have tried a ton to find the ones we like wearing best! Here’s my favorite masks for kids and adults, both reusable and disposable. This post contains Affiliate Links, if you click on any of the links provided and purchase the items, BRB Going to Disney earns a very small commission. Thanks for supporting my blog! …

Fun things at Hollywood Studios for a Baby or Toddler

What can my family do at Hollywood Studios if my kids are under 38”?! I get this question A LOT! So, let’s chat about it! If your kiddos are too little for the majority (aka almost all) of the rides at Hollywood Studios, don’t cross the park off your list! There’s still so much that they CAN do (and will LOVE!). Rides without Height Requirements at Hollywood Studios With the addition of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway in 2020, there are now TWO rides at Hollywood Studios without a height requirement: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railways Toy Story Mania The …

Fun Things at EPCOT for a Toddler or Preschooler

With rides like Test Track and no shortage of alcoholic beverages, EPCOT often is viewed as the Disney World park geared towards adults. While there definitely are adult friendly activities at EPCOT, there also is plenty to entertain young children too! Let’s take a look at some of the best things to do at EPCOT with a toddler or preschooler. EPCOT with a Toddler or Preschooler Splash Area You can find a couple different splash pads that are a great spot for your kiddo to cool down on hot summer days at EPCOT! The first is located on the main …

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Unique Disney World Souvenirs You’ll Love at Home

Souvenirs are one of the ways we commemorate the vacations we take throughout our lives. These keepsakes serve as a daily reminder of the wonderful experiences we had on our trip. There are literally thousands of fun souvenir choices at Walt Disney World; but if you’re looking for something besides the traditional Minnie ears headband or spirit jersey, these souvenirs will be right up your alley! 8 Unique Disney Souvenirs Personalized Silhouette One of my all-time favorite souvenirs is the silhouette cut-out from Magic Kingdom. These are not only affordable, but they’re a keepsake that you will actually want to …

2021 Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group Tips

Updated September 2021 — RISE OF THE RESISTANCE IS NO LONGER USING A VIRTUAL QUEUE. Currently only the Stand By Queue is available. Beginning on October 19, 2021 you will have the option to use either the Standby Queue OR purchase an Individual Lightning Lane selection to ride Rise of the Resistance with less wait (this is the new FastPass option). The below walk-thru now applies to EPCOT’s newest ride, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure which is now using the Virtual Queue. Walt Disney World’s most impressive ride ever has opened and if you want to ride it (believe me, you do), …