Jolene goes to Disney's Hollywood Studios
Perhaps I've been clinging onto the last bit of pixie dust in my Disney trip, but I am unreasonably late in this write-up on the last park of my Disney World adventure. During my research period, I read countless posts deeming Disney's Hollywood Studios as a "half-day park," with very little to do compared to the other Disney Parks. However, like the rest of my trip, I was pleasantly surprised at my positive experience, and hold a different opinion from most of what I read. I
Jolene Eats at Epcot
If you read my Epcot blog, you know I was pleasantly overwhelmed with everything Epcot has to offer, from its futuristic rides and emphasis on progress, to its spectacular 11-country World Showcase. However, in this post, I will be addressing the other significant aspect of Epcot: the food. In every other Disney World park, I made a point to make one reservation per day for a sit-down meal, ensuring that we'd have at least one big meal. After all, it's hard to find time to si
Jolene goes to Disney's Magic Kingdom
When I think of Disney World (or any Disney park for that matter), my mind automatically pictures an iconic castle, unlimited Mickey ears, Donald Duck throwing a fit somewhere, and Tinkerbell sprinkling pixie dust on everything. Thanks to Disneyland, this imagery has become synonymous with Disney parks, so when most of us think of Disney World, we think of Magic Kingdom. Naturally, I was quite excited to have my "full" Disney experience at Magic Kingdom - two whole days of Mi
Jolene Eats at Disney's Animal Kingdom
As I mentioned in my Animal Kingdom park review, Disney's Animal Kingdom is my favorite Disney World park. In addition to the exciting rides, unique experiences and unrivaled aesthetic, the food really made our visit extra special. I have to make a confession here: we were given Joffrey's coffee in our hotel room, and I was so excited to drink it... but honestly, I couldn't stand it. Therefore, I waited until we were in the park to visit its resident Starbucks. That being sai
Jolene goes to Walt Disney World - Planning!
Disclaimer: This is NOT a Disney Park review - it is a REVIEW OF HOW I APPROACHED PLANNING MY TRIP. After probably 20 years of faithful hoping, wishing and waiting, I finally got to visit Walt Disney World for the first time. My trip did not disappoint - four parks in six and half days, full of pixie dust, imagination and Disney Magic. Before I delve into the details of the parks in my other posts, I'd like to give you an overview of the planning I did. I'm used to being told