If you wanted to stay in all the guestrooms in all of the resorts currently open on Walt Disney World Property, it would take over 68 years.

Thats moving rooms every single night, and it doesn't include Disney's brand new Art of Animation resort.  I think I'll settle for staying at a different resort each trip. 

We've been having a great week at Disney's Fort Wilderness resort as it is our family favorite.  We plan to try a few others over the next year, but when we travel with a large group, the cabins are a great way to relax and spread out. 

Creating Memories!

This sign is a great way to welcome anyone into a park! 

Our family is creating Magical Memories this week too!   I'm excited to report back on several new things upon return, as well as share some of the memories created this week!  I hope you have a Magical week!

The giant Big Wheel in th 1970's section at Disney's Pop Century can accomodate a child rider weighing 877 pounds.

This fact is another example of detail, as it can be found on the "recommended child weight" sticker attached to the gigantic toy. 

Another fun fact:  We're arriving at Disney this afternoon!  I'm so excited!  I'm pretty sure everyone in the car wishes I would fall asleep!

Avoiding Toddler Tantrums Through Packing Smart for your Disney Vacation

We're busy packing this week and preparing for our trip to Florida.  It's going to be a great time with a terrific cast of characters.  I'll share details when we return, but today we're still packing and planning (49 hours until departure!).  Here's a link to this week's examiner article.  Feel free to check in out and let me know what you think.

Avoiding Toddler Tantrums Through Packing Smart for your Disney Vacation

Trolley Time!

Main Street in the mornings is full of fun!

This trolley (complete with singers and dancers) is one example of the extra entertainment going on all the time.  This constant creation of an enviroment by street performers is just another example of how Disney stands out in creating an immersive guest experience. 

The musical notes across the registration desk at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter play out the first verse of "when the saints go marching in"

It's small details like placing actual sheet music on the walls that match the theme of the resort that makes Disney the leader in guest immersion and experience.  No details are overlooked, including the details of the decor. 

Swimming for everyone!

Many Disney resorts have more than just pools.  The moderate and deluxe resorts also have water slides.  All of the resorts also feature a kids splash area for smaller children where they can play independently.  With water only coming up to their knees, water play areas like this one at Caribbean Beach make relaxing at the pool even more fun for mom and dad as their little ones can enjoy the water without worrying about floating off into deeper waters. 

The Mosaic mural in the 4th floor lobby at Disney's Contemporary Resort was created with 1800 one square foot tiles and took 18 months to construct.

If you look closely at this mural, there is a 5-legged goat facing the monorail track.  It was created in 1971 for the grand opening of the Walt Disney World resort complex.  Have you ever stopped to explore this mural?

Chef Mickey's from above!

Here's the monorail shot that makes everybody dream of eating at Chef Mickey's.  Of course, it could also be that it's the easiest way to see the Fab 5 (Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto) but I think the overhead shot contributes quite a bit! 

Here's a little tip: Going to a character meal allows you to see characters and get some good interaction without having to wait in long character lines throughout the parks.   The interaction is also a bit more natural, and tends to be a little longer than in the character lines as well.