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Is a Preferred View at Disney’s Riviera Worth It? Here’s Our Experience
Not all preferred views are created equal at Disney’s Riviera Resort. That said, our most recent stay gave us one…
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12 Best Off-Site Hotels Near Disney that Will Wow You! (For Every Budget)
Below, we discuss what we consider to be among the best off-site hotels near Disney World. Resort’s Gal recommends each option based on our experience staying at the resort and…
Disney World Resort Hopping (With 5 Itineraries to Help You Plan)
As you can imagine, we love resort hopping at Disney World! We think it’s one of the best ways to maximize your vacation. You’ll see Disney’s other side when visiting…
List of Character Meet-and-Greets at the 2025 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party has officially begun, and we now have a list of character meet-and-greets for this year’s event! As you probably know, Magic Kingdom’s Halloween Party…
Disney World in 2025 (A Month by Month Planning Guide)
Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation in 2025? Our monthly snapshot series provides a quick look at what’s happening each month. We cover key dates, seasonal events, early…
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12 Things to Do at Disney’s Boardwalk (A Resorts Gal Guide)
We love to visit Disney’s Boardwalk and do so fairly often. However, we spend more time there as day guests than resort guests. With those thoughts in mind, I compiled…
A Parent’s Guide to Splash Pads at Disney’s Resort Hotels (Photos, Locations, & Tips)
Not every Walt Disney World vacation has to be about visiting the parks from sun-up until sundown. I’ll let you in on a little secret. Some guests visit Disney World…
Pool Changing Areas, Showers, and Amenities at the Disney Resort Hotels
Imagine it’s your travel day to Walt Disney World. You were up exceptionally early for your flight and arrived at the hotel just a little before lunchtime. Unfortunately, your room…
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2025 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Booths, Menus, and Prices
Each year, the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival features numerous global marketplaces, commonly referred to as food booths. These booths are located throughout the World Showcase and other areas…
The Best Disney Resort Quick Service Restaurants (We’ve Eaten at Them All!)
With so many quick-service restaurants at Disney World, picking the best one can be daunting. In the last year alone, we’ve eaten at nearly every quick-service restaurant at the Disney…
Disney World Transportation
Disney Springs Transportation Guide
At some point during your Disney World vacation, you’ll likely want to visit Disney Springs. Whether it’s to explore the venue on an off day from the parks, or the…
Disney FriendShips Boats Guide (Routes, Hours, and Tips)
Often called the Friendship Boats, Disney’s FriendShips navigate two routes at the Walt Disney World Resort. They are one of the most pleasant forms of Disney transportation available. Below, we’ll…
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Is a Preferred View at Disney’s Riviera Worth It? Here’s Our Experience
Not all preferred views are created equal at Disney’s Riviera Resort. That said, our most recent stay gave us one worth talking about. The last time we stayed in a…
2025 Mickey’s Halloween Party Tickets Cost, Dates, and Sell-Outs
If you plan to attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2025, you’ll want to be aware of the cost. Below, we’ve provided charts for each month the party is offered….
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Merchandise Report (September 2025)
We recently visited Calypso Trading Post at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort to check out the selection of resort-branded merchandise. This photo report features Caribbean Beach-specific items that were available during…
Magic Kingdom To Close Early for a Private Event on October 21st
When we were adding hours to our monthly guide for visiting Disney World in October of 2025, we noticed that Magic Kingdom is closing early for a private event on…
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Spins ‘September’ All Day on September 21st
No matter when you visit Epcot, you should make time to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. But if you’re visiting on September 21st, you might want to queue…
Fairy Godmother Visits Coming to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique This October
If you’re planning a visit to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique this fall, you can expect a few magical updates. Starting in early October, children may be surprised with visits from the…
Photos: ‘Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After’ Merchandise at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A few months ago, Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With that new stage show comes a lineup of villainous merchandise you might secretly want more…
Before and After: Minnie Mouse’s New Look at Red Carpet Dreams
As many of you know, we walk through the character meet-and-greets at Disney World every so often to check for changes or updates. It had been some time since we…
Here’s Where to Look for a Raya Surprise Meet-and-Greet at Magic Kingdom
Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon is considered a rare character find at Disney World. She has never had a traditional meet-and-greet in any of the four theme parks….
Mary Poppins and Bert Stroll Main Street USA in Jolly Holiday Fashion
It’s always a jolly holiday to see Mary Poppins and Bert during a visit to Magic Kingdom or any of the theme parks, for that matter. The pair has been…
First Look: Minnie Ears and Spirit Jersey Exclusive to the 2025 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
We have a sneak peek at two exclusive merchandise items for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this morning! Disney has shared images of a new pair of Minnie Ears and…
The Paddock Area of Disney’s Saratoga Springs to Close for Routine Maintenance this Fall
Disney has posted a new notice for the Paddock Pool area of Disney’s Saratoga Springs and Spa. The notice includes the pool, aquatic play area, and The Paddock Grill, one…
The Polite Pig, Salt and Straw, and a Poolside Feast Back at the Resort
On a recent visit to Disney Springs, I found myself exhausted from the heat and in need of something suitable that would work for a late lunch. This kind of…
New Fort Wilderness “One Happy Camper” Resort-Branded Merchandise Features Classic Characters
On a recent visit to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground to check out the progress of the new Lakeshore Lodge, we stopped in the Settlement Trading Post. There, we…
Disney Lakeshore Lodge Progress: A Look from Different Viewpoints
We haven’t had much coverage of the new Disney Lakeshore Lodge because, well, we don’t really know much about it yet. To date, Disney has announced the name of the…
Kali River Rapids Closing for Refurbishment This October
It’s no secret that Kali River Rapids usually closes for refurbishment during the cooler months. Traditionally, those dates fall early in the year, after the holiday crowds have gone and…
DINOSAUR Attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Close in 2026 Making Way for Tropical Americas
Disney has announced that the DINOSAUR attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will officially close on February 2, 2026, as the park prepares for the new Tropical Americas-themed land. Guest will…
2025 Disney Holiday Merchandise Preview (Photos and Details)
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, it’s close. September has arrived, which means we are getting the first Disney holiday merchandise preview for 2025. We’ve listed each…