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Traveling With Kids
Walt Disney World and Disneyland promise wonder and excitement, but navigating these magical lands with little adventurers can feel daunting. Fear not, fellow parents! Dad’s Guide to WDW will equip you with essential tips and tricks for traveling with kids of all ages, helping to transform your Disney trip into an unforgettable adventure for the whole family.
Whether you’re boarding a plane and flying cross-country or hitting the road for a relatively short drive to the theme parks, traveling with kids poses plenty of logistical challenges. We’re offering our best advice to make your travel seamless and stress-free, from suggestions that suit infants and toddlers as well as tweens and teens.
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The Real Reason Your Kids Freak Out at Disney World — From a Parent Who’s Been There
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The Best Disney World Rides to Ride With Grandparents
Skip the thrill rides and enjoy Disney World together — these attractions are ideal for multi-generational fun....
These Disney World Coasters Are Perfect for First-Timers (And Their Parents)
You may be wondering which rides are best for your little one’s first roller coaster adventure. Here are the best...
Skip These Disney World Rides If Your Kids Are Scared of the Dark
Save yourself some tears (and a mid-ride meltdown) by skipping these dark Disney World attractions. It’s a rite of...
The Best Disney World Rides for Kids Who Hate Lines (And Parents Who Hate Chaos)
Nothing ruins the magic faster than a cranky kid in a 100-minute line, but these stress-tested tips will help you...
I’m a Dad Who’s Done Disney World Many Times – Here’s What I Refuse to Do
I've tried just about everything at Disney World, and not everything is worth spending your time or money on. Now, I...
These Disney World Rides Might Be Too Intense for Little Kids (Even If They Look Tame)
Don’t let these unassuming attractions wreck your day at Disney World by scaring your child to tears. Every parent has...
Going to Disney World With Kids? A planDisney Expert Shares 7 Tips
Visiting Walt Disney World with kids can be intimidating, but a planDisney expert breaks down how you can have a...
Parents, Beware: These “Kid-Friendly” Disneyland Rides Can Be Surprisingly Scary
With no height requirement, these Disneyland rides might seem great for toddlers and young kids – but they’re scarier...
How to Do Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party With Kids (From a Dad Who’s Been There)
As a parent, I know Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party can be overwhelming. Here are my top tips to keep the fun...
How I Keep EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival From Becoming “Food & Whine” With Kids
Yes, you can enjoy EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival with kids in tow. Here’s what works for my family — and how we...
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I Took My Toddler to Disneyland in 100-Degree Heat. I’ll Never Do It Again.
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I Used Lightning Lane Multi Pass for the First Time. Here’s What Happened.
My first experience with Lightning Lane Multi Pass taught me exactly what the service can — and can't — do. For years, I visited Walt Disney World without paying for Lightning Lane. I relied on rope dropping, smart timing, and a little flexibility to experience the...
What Parents Should Know Before Riding These Disney Favorites
Before you ride, know what to expect. These popular Disney World attractions have surprise drops, dark scenes, loud moments, and other details that can catch young kids off guard. Disney World is exceptional at creating attractions that the whole family can enjoy...
6 Disney World Mistakes Parents Make (and How to Avoid Them)
I thought I knew Disney World—until I took my toddler by myself. Here are five parenting mistakes I made and how you can avoid them on your next family vacation. Before becoming a parent, I thought I knew Walt Disney World inside and out. I'd visited countless times,...