Saturday, December 15, 2012

How to eat on $30 a day at Walt Disney World

Please not that you can go up to any restaurant in the parks and ask them for a cup of iced water free of charge.

Magic Kingdom

Day 1

Breakfast: Cheshire Cafe
Muffin:  $2.79
Coffee: $2.19

Snack: Storybook Treats
Soft Serve Ice Cream: $3.49

Lunch: Casey's Corner
Hot Dog Meal: $7.69
Cup of Iced Water: Free

Dinner: Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Angus Bacon Cheeseburger: $9.19
Cup of Iced Water: Free
Brownie: $2.39

Total: $27.74

Day 2

Breakfast: Eat at Resort

Snack: Cool Ship
Corndog: $4.29

Lunch: Be Our Guest Restaurant
Croque Monsieur Sandwich: $10.99
Cup of Iced Water

Snack: Aloha Isle
Dole Whip Soft Serve: $3.49

Dinner: Pecos Bill
#7 Chicken Wrap: $9.59
Milk: $1.49

Total: $29.85



Friday, December 14, 2012

World of Disney

Best Shops in Downtown Disney

World of Disney : With multiple rooms and every piece of Disney merchandise you can imagine, this is the ultimate store for addicts. Don't forget to visit the Bibbity Bobbity Boutique with your little girl!
TrenD


TrenD : This high-end store has fashionable (and pricey!) clothes, accesories, and more.


Marketplace Fun Finds : This is the store for tacky tourist items. Everything is under $20, and is perfect for little gifts for friends back home.

T-Rex Shop : This build your own dinosaur shop is filled with different specieas, colors, and kinds of dinos. Pick one, put a heart in it, pick out its clothes, and you've got a brand new friend!

Once Upon a Toy


Once Upon A Toy : Hello, toys! With its rooms stacked with every type of Walt Disney Worls toy you can imagine, this store is a must-see for kids of all ages.

Mickey's Pantry : This is one store that you might not want to take your kids in (breakable alert)! Filled with all your cullinary needs, this store is perfect for moms who want to look around without their kids.

Days of Disney: Here is the place to go to get Christmas all year round! This shop has all of your magical Christmasy decor.

Disney's Pin Traders : Calling all pin traders! This is the one stop shop to trade, get an ID, buy pins, collect, and more!

Goofy's Candy Co


Goofy's Candy Co. : Sugar tubes, custom candy bars, and candy,candy, candy! This cute little place will certainly satisfy your sweet tooth.

Litle Miss Matched : This store is the prime destination for tween girls (ages 8-12). Cute clothes, accessories, and knick kacks are located here.

Disney's Design-a-Tee : Using the interactive screens, you can create your own magical t-shirt- and then buy it!

Team Mickey Athletic Club : Filled to the brim with sports merchandise, its easy to find a gift for your athlete!

Basin : Do you like smelling good? Well, Basin is your place. Here you can create your own candles, perfumes, and buy bath bombs!
LEGO Store's Wall of Legos

LEGO Imagination Center : Whether you buy anything or not, this store should be on your to do list. You can sit outside making cars to pass time, or you can pick from their wall of legos and tkae home your own colorful blocks.



What to Pack for a Trip to Disney World (7 Day Trip)

  • 6 T-shirts

  • 6 Shorts

  • Undergarments

  • Lightweight Jacket

  • One Nice Outfit

  • Tennis Shoes

  • 2 to 3 Bathing Suits

  • Flip Flops/Sandals

  • Socks

  • Purse

  • Book

  • Phone & Charger

  • Makeup

  • Hair Brush, Ties, Products, & Accessories

  • Zip Loc Bags

  • Toiletries

  • Glow Sticks

  • Bright Ribbon

  • Planning Notebook & Pen

  • Pajamas

  • Snacks & Drinks

  • Batteries

  • Camera

  • Anti-Itch Cream, Sunscreen, & Bug Repellent

  • Cash

Best Rides in the Magic Kingdom

Its a Small World

Infant-Toddler (0-4)

It's a Small World : With its cultural dolls and classic song, your baby will love this ride!

Jungle Gruise : Your child may not notice the animals, but the ride will be fun and soothing.

Under the Sea : If your child loves Ariel, she won't be able to get enough of this ride!

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh : This ride is clute and fun, but it could be scary for some children because it gets dark.
                                              
Liberty Square Riverboat : Infants will love this soothing boatride, but toddlers may get bored quickly.

Enchanted Tikki Room : These birds will be delightfully fun, but your kid may be afraid of the drums.

Ages 5-9

All of the above, plus-

Tomorrowland Speedway : All kids love this bumper car-like racing ride, but be sure to have an adult press the pedal if your child can't reach it.
                                        
Goofy's Barnstormer
Barnstormer : If your kid is a thrill seeker, this beginner roller coaster might be for them!

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin : This attraction is a ride and a game in one!

Swiss Family Tree House : Boys will get a kick out of shooting fake gus at the oncoming train cars fromt he Thunder Mountain Railroad!
                                         
Monsters Inc. laugh Floor : A fun show for all ages. Maybe if you get lucky, you will be featured in it!

Mad Tea Party : Have fun - but don't get too dizzy!

Dumbo and Magic Carpets : Classic rides that still pack alot of punch!

 

Ages 10 and up

All of the above, plus-

Big Thunder Mountain
Big Thunder Mountain : A mild roller coaster that will make you put your hands in the air as you go careening down an abandoned mine!
                                  

Space Mountain : A slow roller coaster that makes you feel like you are in space!

Astro Orbitor : Just like the classic Dumbo ride, but way higher up.

Splash Mountain : Hidden inside this log ride is a cute show from the movie Song of the South. But don't get too distracted- the 50 ft. drop could be right around the corner!

Splash Mountain

                             
                 
Stitch's Great Escape : A dark, surprisingly thrilling ride!
















Saturday, December 8, 2012

Cheep & Free Souvenirs!


Confetti from the Magic Kingdom
* Confetti from parades. Just pick it off the ground and put it in your scrapbook!

 
* Hotel soaps and shampoos!!


* Park maps & brochures- you can do anything with them!

 
Resort Swizzle Sticks
* Swizzle sticks from the resort cafes- they have fun designs!

 
* Pictures!! Take a bunch!

 
* Character drawings from Hollywood Studios!


* Mickey straws- these cost $.50 each


* rocks and flowers

 
* celebrate buttons
There are tons of buttons to choose from- just go up to the main
desk in the transportation area and ask for some!

 
*autographs- worth the wait in line!


* Magic Kingdom Sorcerer cards


*Chocolate sample from chiradelli


* shopping bags from stores


* epcot kidcot crafts


*kids menus