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In the Zone with @SamsDisneyDiary: Buzz Light Year Space Ranger Spin… Help, what’s the secret?

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I grew up in the 80s, so I’m an original gamer.  It comes naturally… it’s been passed to my children who are all gamers.  Wreck-it-Ralph is a HUGE hit for us all!  Watching it in 3D on the Disney Dream just days after its release was icing on the cake, and a subject for...
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My Must Ride Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions!

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May 16, 2013
My Must Ride Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions!

In my last 2 articles I wrote about My Must Ride Magic Kingdom Attractions and My Must Ride Epcot Attractions!  In this article I want to share with you my must ride attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios (DHS), formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios, opened at the Walt Disney World (WDW) Resort...
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Disney’s Little Pirates

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May 12, 2013
Disney’s Little Pirates

Your little one is glued to Disney Junior every time Jake and the Neverland Pirates is on so you want to be sure to find some way to include that in your upcoming trip.  Here are a few tips: Check out Disney Junior Live on Stage!  Jake’s now part of this very fun show....
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Your Best Friend – The Times Guide

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May 5, 2013
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  When visiting any Park at Walt Disney World (WDW), your first stop should always be for the current Times Guide.  These are located alongside the Park Maps at every Park entrance and you should take the time to make good use of them.  Here I’ll walk you through how to best use one,...
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Bringing a Disney Movie to Life During Your Trip

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April 30, 2013
Bringing a Disney Movie to Life During Your Trip

You’ve spent months planning this trip.  Every couple of weeks you’ve put together a fun Disney night for your family.  Countdown calendars have been made.  Advanced Dining Reservations have been selected to match your touring plans.  Must do attractions have been decided on.  Custom park maps have been ordered from Disney.  Your copy of...
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Returning “HOME”

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April 20, 2013
Returning “HOME”

Happy SPRING my friends! The trees are budding here in Chicago and I saw some flowers outside my work this morning!  I am so happy that warmer weather is finally here…I am so over the cold! I have some EXCITING news to share…. We are going HOME in AUGUST!! I am sooooo excited! This...
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My Must Ride Magic Kingdom Attractions!

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April 18, 2013
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August of 2008 was the last time I visited Walt Disney World (WDW).  For a diehard WDW fan, who used to go every Christmas, this is almost a lifetime!  Last time I was at the WDW Resort, I remember a WDW information channel with a funny and personable girl named Stacey.  She gave you...
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Kids and Tours: Behind the Seeds

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April 4, 2013
Kids and Tours: Behind the Seeds

Disney tours never found their way onto our family’s Walt Disney World trip itinerary until last fall. It was hard for me to justify the extra expense on top of the theme park admission (which is required for the tours that take place inside the parks) as well as the investment in time. But,...
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What To Bring On Your Walt Disney World Trip

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April 3, 2013
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What you want to bring with you into the Parks when on vacation will vary from family to family and person to person but here are some ideas that may help you be ready for your next trip to Walt Disney World (WDW). Essentials I’ll start with some items I’ve always considered to be...
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As Best Friends Do

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March 13, 2013
As Best Friends Do

I am blessed to have met so many people over the years who love Disney. Even if it’s not as much as I do or way more than I do, it always forms a bond within my friendships. When I found out my hometown friend, Alexis, was a DVC member and annual passholder, I...
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