January is a great month to visit Walt Disney World. Immediately following the holidays, you typically find fewer families taking extended time off from work and school to visit Orlando, meaning crowds are noticeably lighter than the month or so preceding. The weather is also ideal if you don’t want…

No matter how your family likes to vacation, there’s a brand-new family-friendly hotel or resort opening in 2026 worth planning a trip around. From lounging on the beach to tackling the theme parks, these new-for-2026 resorts are designed with the whole family in mind (think kid-approved bunk beds, playful décor,…

You and your family have decided to go on your first-ever Walt Disney World vacation! Hooray! *cue the confetti* As you’ll quickly learn, planning a Disney World vacation is a little more complicated than simply clicking “book now” and then showing up at the park gates. You can certainly do that,…

Planning a summer vacation to Disney World? You aren’t alone! Summer is a great time to visit the theme parks. The kids are out of school, and taking time off from work might be a little easier. That said, summer in Disney World has one unfortunate reality: it’s hot, hot, HOT….

No trip to Walt Disney World is complete without saying hi to the character that started it all, Mickey Mouse. There are a number of different ways to meet Mickey; in fact, Disney World will make sure that if you want to take a photo with him, you can do…

Spain is brimming with outstanding vacation rentals, from spacious seaside villas to converted cave dwellings and historic castles. Finding a great Airbnb can be an important and tedious task, especially since booking the wrong rental can dampen your overall holiday experience. The best Airbnbs in Spain are more than just…

The year ahead is set to be a big one for Disney theme parks, Disney Cruise Line, and other Disney travel segments. While there are no new major attractions at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, or the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, there are plenty of updated experiences, new…

Need to decompress after the stress of the holidays? Start your year off with a January vacation. I’ve chosen five great getaways featuring everything from old-world beauty in Rome to movie magic in Hollywood. I’ve also included two blissful beach spots plus a snowy wonderland to inspire you. All five…

If you’re like me, then you’re right in the middle of planning some of your big vacations in 2026. While that could mean going on a cruise, heading to a national park, or even a European adventure, for many families, vacations are spent riding rollercoasters and seeing beloved characters at…

Picture this: you hop off the place at Orlando International Airport and your Disney World vacation has officially started! This article will help you determine exactly how to plan your arrival day at Walt Disney World, including the ins and outs of hotel arrival, how to actually get on Disney…