There was a time when I was a HUGE fan of Disney and be it the parks, the movies, the music, you name it, I was a walking, talking Disney …
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I’ve been thinking lately about the most memorable hotels where I’ve stayed. These places aren’t necessarily the fanciest or most expensive ones I’ve ever visited, but they left distinct memories. …
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Sharon and I have been Disney fans for most of our lives. It should be no surprise that we have the Disney Rewards Visa credit card offered by Chase. When …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Making Kids Look Taller So They Reach Ride Height Requirements – Yea Or Nay?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you have kids, or if you’ve been a kid and have gone to a Disney park (or any theme park, to be honest), you know the anguish of not …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Why Are Disney’s Turkey Legs So Big?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWalt Disney World and Disneyland, like any good theme park, have always had their share of signature snacks. Over the years, Dole Whips, Mickey ice cream bars, citrus swirls, churros …
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Weekly Recap
The Unnoticed Airport Bungle, New Airline Coming to Orlando MCO, The Truth About Extra Legroom Seats
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegHi, travel friends and happy Saturday! Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV in the past few weeks. Some of our recent most-read posts have been: Why has …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Family Bought $10K in Disney Vacation Gift Cards; Learned They’re No Good at Disney Parks
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegGoing on a Disney vacation is EXPENSIVE. As in, “just getting into the park” can be well over $100 per person per day. So people look for discounts as much …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Seeing “Dark” Disney & Universal Attractions With The Lights On
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSome attractions at Disneyland (DL), Walt Disney World (WDW) and the Universal parks are nearly 100% outdoors – DL’s Grizzly Peak, WDW’s Slinky Dog Dash Roller Coaster and UO’s One …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
When We Had Dinner Inside Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWe pull out this moldy oldie (originally written in 2017) every couple of years, in celebration of Halloween. It truly was unique, fun experience. Enjoy, travel friends! Way back when, …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Behind-The-Scenes Stuff Only Disney Employees Are Supposed To See
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegDisney parks have always had a bit of mystery to them, and that’s done on purpose. Using terminology from the concept of “putting on a show,” the areas that customers …