Everything you need to know about Disney World’s MagicBand & MagicBand+ wrist bands By Katie Penn & Stephen Ashley In this article we’ll cover the following: What are MagicBands and what is MagicBand+? What do they do? Do I need a MagicBand? How do I get a MagicBand? Personalizing/Accessories for your MagicBand Can I have multiple bands? How do Magic Bands Work? How do I link my MagicBand to My Disney Experience account? And other questions answered… What is a MagicBand and a MagicBand+? ‘MagicBands’ are a form of wearable technology, designed by Walt Disney World to improve guest experiences.…
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I'm Stephen Ashley. My wife and I are huge fans of Disney World. I'm the author of Walt Disney World With Disabilities. I also wrote a book called Walt Disney World Made Easy for Everyone, but rather than have it published, at this point we've decided to place all the material from the manuscript on this website so everyone can have access to it! I hope you enjoy it, and I hope it makes your day just a little bit brighter and easier.
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If you’re dealing with epilepsy, there’s a lot you can do to ensure you have a great time at Disney World. First a reminder to consult your doctor before going to Disney World to see if he or she can provide any information on how to avoid a seizure with your particular condition. Here are some thoughts and suggestions for you. We spoke with Kay Taylor, a Nurse Practitioner and the Director of Clinical Services in the Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy Center of Central Florida (www.pediatricneurologypa.com). We’ll share her suggestions as well as some others in this article. Kay had some…
By Katie Penn & Stephen Ashley Have you thought about visiting Disney World by yourself? More and more often people are finding they have the opportunity to visit by themselves. So what is it like travelling solo? In part 1 of this article we’ll cover: Is it safe to visit Disney World solo? Tips for staying as safe as possible while visiting Disney World In part 2 we’ll cover the following: Is it Fun to visit Disney World solo? What should you expect when you visit Disney on your own? Should you go to Disney World solo? Advantages and disadvantages…
By Melissa Fraga Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (also called MVMCP) is a special ticketed event offered by Disney each year at Magic Kingdom in Disney World. It usually happens around most of November and December. When it comes to the Christmas season, what better way is there to celebrate than by enjoying a full-blown party with Mickey and his friends? The festival is great for kid and adults as well! Whether you’re looking for an adventure, or enjoying the treats and sights, this party is perfect for the whole family. Let’s dive right into the amazing details of this…
What are the Disney World Skyliner gondola’s? This is the newest form of transportation to arrive at Disney World. Wikipedia says “A gondola lift is a means of cable transport and type of aerial lift which is supported and propelled by cables from above.”. Disney World guests can ride in small aerial Disney themed Skyliner cars that hang from cables. The Disney World Skyliner system is proving to be a big hit with Disney visitors! Demand has grown for hotels with access. The Disney World Skyliner system went active in the fall of 2019. As with all Disney World transportation…
By Katie Penn Temporarily during COVID changes, guests must use mobile ordering in order to dine in any park counter service restaurant. You must also pick a time window in which to get your food. You will be given 30 minute intervals to pick from. Want less time waiting in lines at Disney World? Try mobile ordering! Mobile ordering is a tool that Disney has added to make your life easier. It allows you to skip the long lines at selected quick service locations by ordering food in advance, using the My Disney Experience app on your mobile device. It’s…
What is there for you to do with your young and/or small kids? Disney does not have minimum ages for kids to go on their rides, but they do have minimum heights for many rides. Still, there’s plenty for children to see and do at Disney World, even if they’re below the height requirements of some rides. We’ll list the rides and attractions with NO HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS that children can participate in. If you’re looking for height requirements check out Disney’s page with that info here. In addition to what we list below, the Disney parks all have various forms…
Disney’s Pop Century Resort In-Depth Info for Everyone! Plus More for Those with Extra Challenges… Location: Adjacent to the Wide World of Sports Complex, next to Caribbean Beach Resort, across from Art of Animation, and not far from Hollywood Studios. Address: 1050 Century Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Phone: (407) 938-4000 Fax: (407) 938-4040. Parking fee: $15 per night. Check-in: 3 PM. Check-out: 11 AM. Resort Type: Value. Pop Century is one of the more popular Disney Value Resorts. Since this resort got the new Skyliner transportation, it’s become even more popular. Unfortunately, this has resulted in a price hike.…
Are you considering staying at a Disney World value resort? That can be a great decision. We get plenty of feedback from our readers saying they loved the experience. Many of them go back over and over. And why not! You get a full Disney experience with all the perks, at their most affordable rates. The value resorts include: All-Star Music All-Star Sports All-Star Movies Pop Century Art of Animation It’s important to realize that value resorts at Disney World can be noisy. The value resorts are highly favored by families with young children, and perhaps more importantly, by teenage…
Disney World is in a constant state of change and the Disney World resorts are no exception. Personally I love that Disney keeps everything clean, modern and in great condition, and as a frequent visitor, I think it’s fun when they add something new. But… it’s important to know what’s going on when you’re deciding on what hotel to book. And sometimes you’ve made your reservation already, and Disney surprises you! It happens all the time. You’ve booked your resort, only to get a notice from Disney that there’s construction or renovation going on. Or you arrive at your resort and…
Coffee lovers rejoice! There’s a new convenience at Disney World, and we’ll tell you how to use it! Now not only can you hang around Disney Springs and enjoy the shopping and entertainment, now you can have your coffee delivered to you while you do it! You must be on the Marketplace side of Disney Springs to have your order delivered. Personally I think it would be ideal to have coffee delivered to me while I’m watching one of the many concerts that take place around Disney Springs each evening. It can get chilly during the winter and a hot…
From Our Friend Autumn Barnes, Travel Agent Intro from Stephen Ashley: I recently wrote an article called Riding Out Hurricanes at Walt Disney World, and our friend Autumn Barnes wrote a follow-up post on facebook. It was full of some great tips, so we asked her permission to include it on our site. (If you haven’t read my original article yet, be sure to check it out here. It’s full of info that is not on this page.) Here are Autumn’s tips, and if you need a travel agent, check out her agency at Pirate & Mermaid Vacations. Autumn’s Tips for Riding Out…
What happens if there’s a hurricane while you’re at Disney World? Florida hurricane season runs from the beginning of June through the end of November. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World during that time, there’s always a chance a hurricane can impact your trip. If your trip is approaching and you see a hurricane brewing, or you find yourself in Orlando when a hurricane is coming, you’ll be asking some questions that I’ll be addressing in this article: If you haven’t left for your trip yet, should you cancel your trip? If you haven’t left for your trip…
Is this man a musical genius? Or does he have too much time on his hands? Either way he’s clearly a Star Wars fan. Watch as he plays the play Darth Vader’s “Imperial March” theme from Star Wars using only a coffee stirrer. He’s speaking Russian by the way. Watch the video below: Join our facebook group!!!! Ask any questions, share your knowledge and just enjoy getting to know other Disney fanatics in our FACEBOOK GROUP: Walt Disney World Made Easy for Everyone. Also: Like our FACEBOOK DISNEY NEWS PAGE too for breaking Disney news. Also join me on Pinterest here. GET UPDATES, NEWS…
Disney’s International Food & Wine Festival dates have been announced, and I’m happy to tell you that it’s been extended to a full 75 days long! The dates announced are August 31st through November 13th, 2017. This year Disney extended the festival into November, but now it will start much earlier too. The festival has usually started in the middle of September, and personally we’ve always planned a trip each year around that time. This will be an extra, unexpected treat for those who are coming in the beginning of September. Personally we love the Food & Wine Festival. We…
