Category Archives: Walt Disney World attractions

Disney Must-Do: Soarin’ Around the World

Posted on 11/26/2016 by Heather Brainerd

We were so excited to try out the new version of the classic ride Soarin’ that we ended up riding it three times! Soarin’ Around the World takes you on a “hang-glider” ride all over the world – rather than … Continue reading →

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Disney Must-Do: Frozen After Ever

Posted on 10/22/2016 by Heather Brainerd

I loved Maelstrom in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion. I really, really enjoyed that ride. When it was closed to make way for a Frozen-based ride, I was skeptical, to say the least. But I did have faith in Disney’s Imagineers. And … Continue reading →

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Let’s do a little FastPass+ strategizing, shall we?

Posted on 06/10/2015 by Heather Brainerd

With FastPass+, you can make three attraction reservations in advance of your visit to Walt Disney World. If you’re staying on Disney property, you get to make these FP+ reservations 60 days in advance. If not, you get a 30-day … Continue reading →

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WDW recommendations for young families

Posted on 04/02/2015 by Heather Brainerd

A few months back, a friend asked me for WDW recommendations for his upcoming family vacation. It will be the first Disney trip for his boys, who will be 8 and 6. Being the long-winded Disney geek that I am, … Continue reading →

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Rides for Five: Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on 01/01/2015 by Heather Brainerd

Rounding out my update of Disney World rides that work well for parties of five, we visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Here are the best rides for big families: Kilimanjaro Safaris: This ride involves safari trucks with bench seating. All five of … Continue reading →

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Rides for Five: Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Posted on 12/30/2014 by Heather Brainerd

My “rides-for-five refurb” continues! Here are the rides at DHS that work well for a family of five: The Great Movie Ride: We love this ride! The wide bench seating easily and comfortably accommodates all five of us in one row. Star Tours: … Continue reading →

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Rides for Five: Epcot

Posted on 12/28/2014 by Heather Brainerd

Continuing the “refurb” of my rides-that-work-well-for-five series, we move on to Epcot. (Find my Magic Kingdom post here.) Ellen’s Energy Adventure: With long rows of seating, this ride works great for big families. The Seas with Nemo & Friends: When the boys … Continue reading →

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Rides for Five: Magic Kingdom

Posted on 12/26/2014 by Heather Brainerd

It’s been years since I published my “Rides for Five” series, where I listed Disney World rides that work well for big families. I guess an update is overdue! Let’s start with my favorite park, the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World … Continue reading →

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Holiday must-do: Jingle Cruise

Posted on 12/11/2014 by Heather Brainerd

The Jingle Cruise is the Jungle Cruise with a “holiday overlay.” From the WDW website: “Join the homesick Jungle Cruise skippers as they set out on a holly jolly journey packed with shenanigans. Each year during the holiday season, your favorite … Continue reading →

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Disney Must-Do: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

Posted on 11/15/2014 by Heather Brainerd

The newest attraction in the Magic Kingdom is a delightful combination of family-friendly roller coaster (note: height requirement is 38″) and adorable dark ride. First, you swoop around outside, then you travel through the jewel-and-dwarf-filled mine, then back outside for … Continue reading →

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