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Disney Travel

Getting to experience Disney travel is very special. Not everyone grows up getting to visit Disney World multiple times, and then some people literally spend all their free time in Disney Parks. No matter your own history with the theme parks, cruises and resorts there are always new Disney travel experiences in the works.

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We’ve always loved the Disney travel experience, whether it be enjoying Disneyland without the kids or visiting Aulani as a family. It’s always fun and the service tends to be exceptional. Disney travel is a costly vacation experience, so helping people make good choices when it comes to booking family vacations is important to us.

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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Walt Disney World

Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser: What to Expect and What I LOVED

I've actually been on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser and am happy to set right the misconceptions about this amazing Disney World immersive experience. The Star Wars hotel is way more than a hotel, but is round-the-clock theater... Find out more!
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Christmas in Disney World: Favorite Things to Do and See for Disney Holidays

Disney World at Christmas time is even more fun than the rest of the year. See what happens during the holidays, what special Christmas things to do you'll find and where to experience snow at Disney World.
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Tips for Planning an Awesome Disneyland Vacation

There is no one destination on Earth that we've been to as many times as Disneyland. It's actually shocking to start calculating how many hours we have spent in both…
Disneyland vs Magic Kingdom - what's the similar, which has better attractions, food, and overall better experiences. We break down our favorite elements of the Disney Parks which are ALL OPEN NOW.
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disneyland vs Magic Kingdom: Which Is the Best Disney Park

Disneyland vs Magic Kindom - what's the similar, which has better attractions, food, and overall better experiences. We break down our favorite elements of the Disney Parks which are ALL OPEN NOW.
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Complete Guide to Disney’s California Adventure with Kids

By now you know how much fun we’ve had through the years in Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and now especially with our kids in the Parks.  Both Disneyland and…
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

10 Most Instagramable Spots in Disneyland and How to Photograph Them

The most Instagramable spots in Disneyland include everything from the Castle to finding the details in the park. Photography tips and best ways to enjoy Disneyland.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Podcasts

Should You Choose Disney World or Universal Orlando for a Family Vacation?

Not sure if you should choose Disney World or Universal Orlando? Thrill rides, family friendly options, dining, and overall costs broken down to help decide between Disney and Universal.
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Family Disneyland Vacation & the Unforgettable Cars 3 Premiere

We’ve just returned from our first family trip to Disneyland with all four of us and it was incredible.  We were so fortunate to get to experience not just Disneyland…
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Walt Disney World

Review of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is a very different Walt Disney World Hotel. It feels unlike other Disney properties while still having the Disney touches and service. Review of Coronado Springs includes dining, transportation and more.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Walt Disney World

Disney’s Contemporary Resort: Awesome and Trendy Hotel At Magic Kingdom

Disney's Contemporary Resort is one of the original Walt Disney World Hotels, and with its latest update, is the coolest property to stay at. See what to expect, amenities, and how to get to the Disney Parks from the Contemporary.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

UPDATED Jan 2022- Visiting Disney World During COVID-19

2020 was been a stressful year for everybody. 2021 added to that and we saw the world basically give up on caring about each other. We saw our travel schedule…
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Best Things to Do and Nostalgia to Watch For

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is an incredible experience with so many things to do and see. Both Disney World and Disneyland have this awesome Star Wars land. This guide to Galaxy's Edge is ideal for having a great visit to galactic village of Batuu.
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Posted inDisney Travel Disneyland Florida Travel

Star Wars Scavenger Hunt and Best Hidden Gems at Galaxy’s Edge

There are many hidden gems in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge that big fans will notice. From interesting art to obscure Star Wars references these are our favorite finds in Star Wars land at Disney World. (And a scavenger hunt too!)
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Awesome Disney World Vacation: Everything You Need To Know

Top tips for enjoying a Disney World vacation within minimal stress and understanding HOW to do a Disney trip. Save money and truly enjoy Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel: Review and Tips for the Best Stay
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel: Review and Tips for the Best Stay

Disney's Grand Californian Hotel is the closest option to Disneyland and California Adventure. This review has all the details of staying at the Grand Californian, amenities and tips for planning the best Disneyland trip.
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Posted inDisney Travel Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

Review of Disney’s Aulani Resort on Oahu

Review of Disney's Aulani Resort on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. From accommodations to resort amenities and things to do near Aualni, this guide is all you need for planning a trip to Disney's Hawaiian resort.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground: the BEST Family Disney World Choice

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is the most fun and unusual accommodations at Disney World. See what to do, where to dine and camping options at Disney World.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: Top Pick for Value Level Resort

Review of Disney's Art of Animation Resort includes Cars, Lion King, Finding Nemo and Little Mermaid themed suites and rooms. A fun family hotel, Art of Animation is a Value Level Walt Disney World resort and is ideal for families visiting on a budget (or not).
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Review of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: It’s Pretty Magical

Staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a unique experience at Walt Disney World and one to add to your bucket list. Review of the Lodge, tips for booking, and everything you need to know about staying near Animal Kingdom.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Disney’s Animal Kingdom itinerary: one day of awesome Disney World adventures

This Disney's Animal Kingdom itinerary one day plan is full of tips for dining, best safari times, guide to Pandora and which shows are best to save time and cool off. Have the best visit to Animal Kingdom with minimal stress.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Podcasts

Is Disney World All It’s Cracked Up To Be? – Best Attractions & Dining In Each Park

The best attractions in each Walt Disney World Park and top dining pick for each park too. The most worthwhile or that you just can't miss, rides and restaurants to plan for at Disney World.
Digging into Disneyland and chatting about each lang and its attractions and shows. Our best tips for making the most of your time in the Happiest Place on Earth. Starting in the new Star Wars land, Galaxy's Edge, we review the two main attractions and then work our way through the rest of Disneyland. We've been many times and following our most recent trip, we have done EVERY ride and attraction with the kids and have tips for having the most fun, including what you should actually wait in line for.
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disneyland’s Best Attractions and Valuable Tips For What to Do

Disneyland. We've been so many times through the years. I used to work at Disneyland and have friends that still do. It's one of the most special places we go…
Disney's California Adventure is one of our favorite theme parks. Often we're asked if it's worth adding to a Disneyland trip. YES! This is our guide to the most fun and what's actually worth waiting for. From Pixar Pier to taking kids on Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout we talk about the attractions and experiences that are worth waiting in long lines for. Also, what shows and experiences are not to miss. Tips for having the best visit to Disney's California Adventure any time of year.
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disney’s California Adventure Awesome, Easy Insider Tips

In this podcast episode Disney's California Adventure is our hot topic. Truth be told, we tend to spend more time in DCA than in Disneyland. Maybe it's the smaller crowds;…
Disneyland and California Adventure are full of shows and entertainment year round. These are the best shows in the parks that you CAN'T MISS! #Disney #Disneyland #California
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Best Shows in Disneyland and California Adventure (plus parades and experiences)

Nobody wants to waste their time when they're in Disneyland. Between rides and entertainment, there’s always something to entertain and something to wait for. This is our guide to the…
Entrance to Pixar Pier Disneys California Adventure 3
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disneyland without Kids: what to do and how to do it

Let’s just start by making it clear: it’s perfectly fine to do Disneyland without kids. Whether you want to visit and leave the kids at home or maybe you don’t…
Summertime in SoCal is one of the most fun family vacations you can do on the West Coast. From Disneyland to the beaches of San Diego there are endless chances for family fun. 2traveldads.com
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Summertime in SoCal travel journal: Disney’s Pixar Pier Premiere and exploring San Diego

We're back in Southern California, aka SoCal! What are we doing here? Great question! We've got lots of fun plans in store, from having some fun in Disneyland with the…
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Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Disneyland Dads: Unlock the Magic in the Happiest Place on Earth

Disneyland with kids is amazing. It might sound silly but when we first found out that we were going to be dads one of the very first thoughts that went…

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