Courtney Derqu

Has there ever been a more disappointing feeling than waiting in line for over an hour to take a plunge into the Briar Patch on a hot, summer day only …

As the new year approaches, your plans may include a Walt Disney World vacation. As park prices continue to soar (adult one-day tickets for Magic Kingdom in 2023 will cost …

Have you heard of the Disney Food Challenge? If not, it’s essentially a list of certain popular foods in the parks, and once you eat them, you get a point. …

There’s nothing worse than getting up early to drive to Disney World only to be turned around at the gate, but that’s exactly what’s going to happen if you bring …

Scenario 1: It’s 3 o’clock. You’ve been at the parks since rope drop. You’re exhausted and hungry and you want to sit down somewhere cool and grab something to eat. …

If you’re headed to Hollywood Studios, you may be wondering where you should grab a bite to eat while you’re there. Hollywood Studios has come a long way over the …

Disney MagicBands are waterproof, plastic bands that utilize radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology that allows guests to enter the theme parks, as well as pay for orders, use Lightning Lane passes, …

Is it just me or is everyone starting to get a bit nostalgic for the 1990s and early 2000s? While DVDs were becoming more popular in the early 2000s, us …

There’s a meme going around that says that Phil Collins didn’t have to go as hard as he did on the Tarzan soundtrack. (Insert accurate meme here) Phil Collins has …

If you’ve checked out any of my previous blogs, you know that I’m a sucker for things that make my trips to Walt Disney World more comfortable. And for me, …

Wait…an article that isn’t about Disney? Is this still WDW Vacation Tips?  Yes, we promise it’s us! But, don’t worry: just because we’re focusing on the best outlet mall in …

How much would you spend on a Loungefly backpack? If you’re like most Disney fans, then probably no more than $100, right? Of course, when you really fall in love …

Whether you’re on vacation and just visiting or you’re a Florida local, there are a few key things you should know about parking at Disney Springs. Because it’s free to …

Because I’ve been to Disney World so many times, I sometimes feel like I’m an honorary Cast Member. But, if you want to become an actual Cast Member, knowing how …

On my last trip to Disney, my husband and I stayed off Disney World property and I recently learned about an entrance to Disney World that I had never known …

Whether you’re local to Florida or renting a car upon arrival, there are a few key things you need to know about driving at Disney World. Let’s dive right in …

I think we can all agree that the worst part of a Walt Disney World vacation is standing in line outside in the humid Florida heat. While some of the …

What do the pros do when they visit Walt Disney World? Between arriving early and ordering a kid’s meal to save some money, there are a lot of tricks the …

If you only have a few days to visit Disney World, you may be wondering which park you should skip. The answer is Epcot.  I know, I know, Epcot is a …

I’ll be honest, it wasn’t until my last trip to Walt Disney World that I really became obsessed with Loungefly backpacks. Maybe it’s because I’m more of a crossbody bag-kinda-gal …

Let’s be honest - Disney World is kind of a weird place. There, it’s socially acceptable to walk around with a lightsaber, eat a dole whip at 10:00 am, and …

I’m so bad when it comes to buying Disney souvenirs because I want everything. Rice Krispie treats? Sign me up. New Minnie Ears? You got it. Loungefly backpacks? Don’t mind …

How much does it cost to go to Disney World for a week? If you’ve stumbled upon this article, chances are this is a question you’ve been asking. After all, …

In 2021, Disney’s popular FastPass system was replaced by Disney Genie - a paid, tiered system that allows guests to skip the line at many popular Disney World attractions. While …

It’s official, folks. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World has officially launched! Having debuted on March 1, 2022, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a 2-night, immersive adventure that takes …

Walt Disney World is an exciting place to be in 2022. Both Fantasmic and the Festival of Fantasy parade are returning. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is finally debuting and Guardians …

The most important thing you need to know about parking at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida is that they play the Jaws theme song on one of the levels. Okay, …

Based on current Disney crowd calendars, the best times to visit Disney World in 2022 are January and September, right after kids have returned to school from both summer and …

It wasn’t always possible to buy beer or alcohol in Magic Kingdom. In fact, if Walt Disney was still alive today, chances are, you still wouldn’t be able to considering …

Everybody get your ears on because it’s a good, good time to visit Walt Disney World since it’s currently celebrating its 50th Anniversary! Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration officially kicked …

Yer a wizard, Harry ⚡. Even if you haven’t received your letter to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (yet), you can still feel like you’re a part of …

The hunt is always on for the best time of year to visit Disney World. And with the start of the new year, there’s no time like the present to …

Jambo! Welcome to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where the magic of adventure and exploration can be explored in a day. Like the rest of the parks on Disney property, Animal Kingdom …

With the end of Disney’s Magical Express, many vacationers are going to start asking how they can get from MCO to Disney World. You can get to Walt Disney World …

Looking for Hidden Mickeys on your Walt Disney World vacation has grown in popularity over the years - and Hollywood Studios is the perfect place to find them! While Disney …

Do your friends come to you to help them plan their Disney World vacations? Do you chuckle when someone tries to pick up a map when you visit Magic Kingdom …

I’m a big believer that where you stay for your Walt Disney World vacation matters. Growing up, my family used to stay off property and find somewhere cheap because all …

On average, it will cost a family of four approximately $5,000 to go on a Walt Disney World vacation in 2021-2022. This is in contrast to when the park opened …

Do you know the common saying that Disney calories don’t count? Well, unfortunately, that mantra has gotten me into trouble and made my day at the Most Magical Place on …

I loved doing puzzles as a kid. While they dipped in popularity for a little bit around the early to mid-200s, they’re starting to bounce back. I can’t scroll through …