Magic Kingdom Height Requirements

If you’ve been planning the perfect trip, you may wonder if your children are the right age and height to get the most out of Walt Disney World. While the Magic Kingdom and other parks are very family friendly, there are some rides that do have minimum height restrictions to keep guests safe. To help you figure out what your child can and can not ride, I’ve made a list of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom height requirements to make planning easier and to avoid disappointment at the parks.

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How to Get the Perfect Magic Kingdom Ride Photos

Guests at Walt Disney World encounter PhotoPass photographers throughout the park. This makes the  Memory Maker package a great investment if you are willing to take the time to stop and pose. But, did you know that the Memory Maker package also includes on-ride photos?  It’s a great way to get those action photos that you would otherwise miss out on. However, the secret to a great photo is knowing where the camera is. Luckily, with some research (both online and in-person), I’ve come up with a list of where the cameras are so you can get the best Magic Kingdom ride photos.

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Rookie Mistakes NOT to Make at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

So, if you are like us, you may have moved your spring break Disney trip to the fall because of Covid-19 and the stay-at-home orders. Even though we were disappointed to lose out on the beautiful spring weather and the gorgeous, EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, visiting Walt Disney World during the autumn  also has its own perks. In addition to the Food and Wine Festival in EPCOT, guests who are visiting the Walt Disney World resort during August, September, or October have the option of buying a special after-hours ticket for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. If you’ve never been to the Halloween party, it’s a lot of fun, but there are some rookie Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party mistakes to avoid.

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Disney’s Liberty Tree Tavern Dinner Review

Looking for a delicious dinner at Walt Disney World? Check out the Liberty Tree Tavern, located in the Liberty Square section of Disney’s Magic Kingdom park.  We’ve had dinner there several times over the years, and it never disappoints.  Our latest feast was on Christmas Eve, during the busiest time of year. Being a party of two on this trip, our experience may vary somewhat from that of larger groups.  If you are deciding whether to choose this restaurant for your upcoming trip, please keep reading to learn more about our visit.

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Disney FastPass+ Reservations: Eight Tips for the Best Vacation Ever

Today was the day I’d been waiting for–Disney FastPass+ Reservation Day! I was up early, ready to schedule, and was able to get everything I wanted. Does it always happen that way? Of course not. However, I’ve become somewhat of a pro at scheduling Walt Disney World fast passes over the past few years.  If you are new at scheduling fast passes, I have eight helpful tips to help you increase your chances of getting the perfect Disney FastPass+ reservations for your dream trip.

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Six Classic Toddler-Friendly Magic Kingdom Rides

When Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom opened on October 1, 1971, there were only 22 attractions, including the parades and fireworks show. Several of those rides and attractions are still operating today, delighting children of all ages and bringing joy to thousands each day.  Parents and young grandparents (like us) can bring their little ones to enjoy the same toddler-friendly Magic Kingdom rides that we loved when we were their ages.

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Disney’s Harmony Barber Shop

On our way to the airport last month, my amazing husband mentioned that he hadn’t had time to get a haircut before vacation. (Never fear! Amazing wife here!) Since I am an avid reader, I know a few details that the average Disney Parks visitor may not know. In this case, I knew that there was a barber shop  located on the Town Square of  Main Street U.S.A. in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. I quickly whipped out my phone and made a reservation for the next day at Harmony Barber Shop. Continue reading “Disney’s Harmony Barber Shop”

Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package

When planning our latest trip to the World, I stumbled across something I hadn’t heard of before, the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom.  The price was a little more than I’d normally pay for  lunch, but since we had just upgraded our free Disney Dining Plan, I thought “Why not?” and went ahead and booked it. What a great decision!


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Five Reasons to Stay at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Want to stay in the magic at Walt Disney World, but don’t want to pay the enormous price tag of some of the resorts? I’ll let you in on a little secret: Pop Century Resort is a fun, affordable Walt Disney World hotel with many of the perks of the moderate and deluxe resorts. Continue reading “Five Reasons to Stay at Disney’s Pop Century Resort”

Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom

Looking for something special to do with your family? Want to make your night at the Disney’s Magic Kingdom a little more romantic? Consider booking the Fireworks Dessert Party at the Tomorrowland Terrace. Continue reading “Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom”