Dealing with Disney

A different type of Disney experience: We were headed for an impromptu trip with all my kids; 19, 14, 7! A rare treat when the kids start getting older.  I am blessed they all still love Disney though. So what type of trip would be best for us? The trip was in the middle of summer (Mid July), we had kids who had different preferences for thrill or regular attractions and vast age ranges. We also had limited days. 4 days total. Two days are spent mostly driving (6-7 hours). We chose a moderate resort: this provided the room we needed for our party of 5 and comfort level we wanted. We decided to save a little with moderate instead of deluxe to use funds for experiences. We decided to do after hour event parties the entire trip and a tour! We figured we could hang around resort, enjoying the amenities during day. This would allow us to sleep in a tad from late nights. We would not have to deal with horrible heat of the summer. The cost of 3 special event tickets rea...

Hollywood Studios After Hour Event: So.. My experience with the Special Ticket after hours event at Hollywood Studios. Let me tell you! This event is GOLDEN!!! Is it pricey? Well, yes What is not pricey at Disney? Is it worth it? YES Hollywood Studios After Hour tickets are available just one night a week as a ticket option. Currently there are a no nights available during the holiday party season but hoping it is added back to weekly availability starting in January. I am not sure though. It is still good to learn about past events to get better perspective on possible new events. Cost for our ticket: $135.00 (w/o tax) Normal daily ticket: starts at $109.00 What you get: ·           Slinky Dog Dash ·           Alien Swirling Saucers ·           Toy Story Mania! ·           Twilight Zo...

Magic Kingdom After Hour Event: So.. My experience with the Special Ticket after hours event at Magic Kingdom. I went to the Villains themed event hosted over the summer but majority of year the regular after hour event is offered (except during holiday seasons when the Parties are going on) Let me tell you! This event is GOLDEN!!! Is it pricey? Well, yes What is not pricey at Disney? Is it worth it? YES Magic Kingdom After Hour tickets are available usually offered one night a week. Currently there are a few nights available on Monday nights during during holiday party season but back to weekly availability starting in January. Cost for our ticket: $129.00 (w/o tax) Normal daily ticket: starts at $109.00 when I compared the ticket event for 12/9-party was $129.00 and the regular ticket was $117.00 , not a huge price difference but you get so much more in my opinion. My perspective, it is paying a little more than a full day ticket price. You onl...