Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge doesn't open until 2019, but that doesn't mean you have to wait for another year to have a galactic adventure on a Disney vacation. From attractions to character encounters to themed cruises, the Star Wars lover's dream vacation can be a reality today. Walt Disney World® and Disneyland® Disney's Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World® and Disneyland Park in Disneyland® are the places to be if you want to experience Star Wars in the parks. Home to the

My first trip to Walt Disney World® as the Person-in-Charge was in 2012. We booked two nights at Disney's Beach Club® Resort in the middle of March. We made made multiple dining reservations, upgraded to Park Hopper passes, and generally planned to live it up for three days. I had snacks, water bottles, extra clothes for the almost-four-year-old...I thought I was prepared for everything. What I wasn't prepared for was how the pace would exhaust him (and us!) and how overstimu

We took a couple of weeks off from ICYMI since the news was a little slower this month, but boy oh boy, is there plenty to talk about this week! So many exciting changes are on the horizon for Walt Disney World® and Disneyland®, and we have all of them right here. Did you see Minnie Mouse #rockthedots as she received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? She looks like she had the best day ever! (Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog) Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea ar

Attention Avengers-in-Training! You are being called to assemble aboard select 5-Night Western Caribbean Disney Cruise Line cruises departing from Miami in early 2018. Marvel Day at Sea is a a day full of fun and adventure aboard the Disney Magic. From special character greetings to movie screenings, stunt shows to superhero-themed kids club activities, here is everything you need to know about Marvel Day at Sea. Character Interactions The Marvel superhero squad will be in fu

If you've been dreaming of a Disney Cruise Line® vacation and will be traveling with young padawans, Jedi masters, or dare I say it, a Knight of Ren, you should consider an itinerary that includes a Star Wars Day at Sea! Star Wars Day at Sea is a full-day of Force-filled fun aboard the Disney Fantasy during select 7-night Caribbean cruises. There is already plenty to love about a Disney cruise, and a Star Wars Day at Sea simply adds to magic and adventure. Here are 7 epic thi

This was a week of new beginnings in Walt Disney World®! From restaurant openings to the first Disney Cruise Line® special sailings of the year, there is a lot to share with you about the happiest place on Earth. In case you missed it, here's what was announced this week across the world of Disney. "Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable" in Epcot's The Land pavilion is permanently closing on February 3rd. There are three new Italian restaurants open in Disney Springs®! Maria

Here in the Midwest, it's cold, it's snowy, and there is more of this nasty winter weather on the way. Every time I bundle up to head outside, I dream of sunshine, warm sand, and the sound of the ocean. What better way to experience all of those things and more than on a Disney cruise? Yet another item on my Disney bucket list, a Disney Cruise Line® vacation is a unique way to enjoy a Disney vacation that is different from yet every bit as magical as a trip to a Disney Park t

If you've been thinking about a Disney Cruise Line® vacation, this may be just the deal you've been looking for! For Disney Cruise Line® vacations booked by February 15th, you will pay only half of the required deposit on the day you make your reservation. This limited-time offer is valid on any new reservation for a 7-night or longer Disney cruise departing between June 23, 2018 and May 31, 2019. Remaining balance due at time of final payment. Embark on a tropical 7-night or

The 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas continued this week with so many exciting announcements! As a reminder, between December 4th and December 16th, the official blog of Disney Parks is giving us updates about announcements made earlier this year at D23, exclusive glimpses of new attractions and lands, information on special events, and more for Walt Disney World®, Disneyland®, Disney Cruise Line®, Aulani®, and even the overseas parks. In case you missed last week's 12 Days

Christmas may be coming, but before my house starts a countdown to the arrival of the big guy in the red suit, we are counting down to the arrival of the big guy with the red lightsaber. The Last Jedi is finally coming to theaters at the end of this week and I'm not sure which member of my family is most excited. At last count, we have two Jedi robes, three Stormtrooper masks, and over a dozen lightsabers. My 9-year-old has been a Star Wars character for Halloween for the las

What an exciting week for Walt Disney World®, Disneyland®, and Disney Cruise Line®! We saw some big announcements for Star Wars™, Disney's Magical Express, and a special event coming soon to Disneyland®. Here is this week's In Case You Missed It! The new interactive, science-based show SpectacuLAB opened this week at Epcot's Innoventions East pavilion in Future World. Disney Parks released a few more details about the upcoming Star Wars: Galactic Nights event at Disney’s Holl

It was another big week for Disney Parks® and Disney Cruise Line®! New itineraries were released, a new restaurant was announced, and a new hotel is coming! Read on for these stories and more... Woody's Lunchbox is a Quick Service restaurant that will be part of Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World® when it opens in Summer 2018. As someone who was heartbroken over the closing of Pizza Planet, I am super excited about a new Toy Story-themed restaur

There is always so much happening at Disney Parks® it can be hard to keep up. That's why we're going to bring you all of the news from around Walt Disney World®, Disneyland®, Disney Cruise Line®, and Adventures by Disney® in a weekly wrap-up post. So, in case you missed it, here's what's happening at Disney Parks this week... Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise is returning to Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World®. (Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog) There was so