Category Archives: Trip Planning

What is #wdw50in24?

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Mouse Host

To understand what #wdw50in24 you must first know what inspired it. There is a challenge called #wdw46 where guests attempt to ride every “ride” at Walt Disney World in one normal operating day. For the purposes of this challenge an … Continue reading →

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Packing Pointer: weight and space

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Mouse Host

If you are anything like me, as you prepare for you Walt Disney World vacation, me you pack your suitcase as if you will never be coming back.  As much as I wish it to be true, I know that I … Continue reading →

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Marathon Weekend Pretrip Report

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Mouse Host

Today we are heading south!  The days leading up to this trip have been a lot different from my past trips.  I am excited but not to the extent as I have been with other trips.  It’s not at all … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Book with Paradise Falls Travel Company

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Mouse Host

I try my best not to participate in anything unless it is something I believe in or would be proud to be a part of.  I am fortunate to be part of a great group called Paradise Falls Travel Company!  … Continue reading →

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How to Use Your FP+ Selections

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Mouse Host

Not long ago my countdown to my next trip to Walt Disney World reached 60 days.  This presented me with the difficult task of making my FastPass+ selections.  After my last post about the FP+ testing going on in Epcot … Continue reading →

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Trip Saver Tip: Unused Park Tickets

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Mouse Host

Have unused Walt Disney World tickets piling up in your drawer?  Take photos of them in case they get lost in the wilderness that is life.  If that 2-day base ticket you bought just to get free dining gets lost, … Continue reading →

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My MagicBand Experience and Helpful Hints

Posted on November 2, 2013 by Mouse Host

I was fortunate enough to be part of the MagicBand testing on my last trip to Walt Disney World.  Disney has plans to begin testing in all resorts by the end of the year so I thought I would write … Continue reading →

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Packing Pointer: Making it all fit

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Mouse Host

After assembling all your essentials for your Disney vacation, do you ever wonder, “How in the world am I going to fit all that in my suitcase?!”  I asked myself this as I looked at the pile sitting next to my suitcase … Continue reading →

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My Experience with Kingdom Camera Rentals and Special Offer for You

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Mouse Host

About a year ago I stumbled upon a company that rents camera equipment whose target customers were guests at the Walt Disney World Resort.  Being a fan of both Walt Disney World and photography, I thought this was a great … Continue reading →

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Trip Saver Tip: Flying with MagicBands

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Mouse Host

If using Disney’s Magical Express, be sure to pack your MagicBands in your carry-on luggage so you are able to enter the parks once you arrive at Walt Disney World.  When using Disney’s Magical Express, your checked luggage may arrive … Continue reading →

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