Top 6 Apps to Beat Homesickness on Vacation
Getting homesick while on vacation can be a bummer, but there’s technology available to help get through it. Homesickness Apps to Help While You’re on Vacation Functional Apps ZOOM Hop…
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Tips for Meeting up with Friends while on a Disney Vacation
Let’s set the scene. You’re planning a trip to Disney World and one of your friends sends you a message to let you know that they’ll be there at the…
How to get your Second Wind on a Vacation Day
Second Wind = a new strength or energy to continue something that is an effort. There’s nothing more tiring than a day at Disney World! In fact, there’s more calories…
The 5-Second Disney Day Checklist
A day at a Walt Disney World theme park is stressful, with crowds and constantly changing environments that will impact your “perfectly planned” vacation. The only thing worse than not…
Rainy Day Adventures
When it’s raining outside, you may be thinking about ways to stay dry and still be entertained. From experiences that are inside to attractions and excitement with covered seating, we’ll…
Things You’ll Pack for a Disney Vacation that you’ll Never Use
Being prepared for a vacation to Walt Disney World can be expensive, but there are items that can find their way into your suitcase that you may not use.
Last Minute Disney Trip Planning Tips
Going on a last-minute Disney Trip can be exhilarating and awesome, but it can also be a waste of money and time. The differences come in with expectations and utilizing…
Online Lost and Found at Disney World
Have you ever lost an item, walked up to a cast member to ask for help and had them take your information, only to walk away thinking that you’ll never…
How to Physically Survive a Disney World Vacation
A Disney vacation is unlike any other trip that you’ve taken in the past, especially when you start looking at the ways that your body and mind can be affected…
Secret Entrances to Disney World Parks
Each park has something “secret” about their entrances, which we’ll be sharing here and will allow you to head start on having fun. Please note that the information within this…
We Like Theme Parks Podcast
We like theme parks is a podcast for fellow Disney and Universal nerds where we discuss everything and anything going on in and around the parks, dream up new wild…
Tips to Disney World Internal Resort Bus Systems
Disney Resorts are full of secrets and tips that will make your stay even more magical, and one of the biggest tips that we can share involves the internal transportation…
How to Help Friends Plan a Trip to Disney World
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World is fun, but there’s something to be said about the joy of helping friends and family with their vacations! From dining reservations to…
Guilty Pleasures at Disney World
“Guilty Pleasure” in the dictionary is ‘something, such as a movie, television program, or piece of music, that one enjoys despite feeling that it is not generally held in high…
Best Disney World Planning Websites
If you’re reading this article, you’re looking for advice on where to look for additional information on planning a trip to Walt Disney World. Welcome to the club! As a…
Magic Kingdom Rainy Day Tips
It rains in Florida, so part of the preparation of trip planning is to know what to expect when the skies open and unloads torrential downpour in the Magic Kingdom.…
How To Save on Hotels in Orlando
After coming up with a list of ways to save money on booking a hotel room at Walt Disney World, it became evident that the goals and tips are actually…
Strategies for Getting Popular Fastpass Reservations
One of the most underrated free tools that Disney has implemented for guest satisfaction is the FastPass+ system. If you don’t know about FastPass, the idea is quite simple: Skip…
How to get the Most out of Memory Maker
Memory Maker is a product that you can buy at Walt Disney World, which gives you unlimited digital Photopass photos captured throughout the resort by way of photographers, on-ride photos…
Insider Tips about Walt Disney World from a Former Cast Member
As a former Cast Member, I’m a huge fan of learning through personal experience. This means that although I’ve got a website FULL of articles about Orlando…there’s a number of…
How to Avoid Theme Park Burnout
There are stages to any vacation of length, from the giddy Arrival Day to the sadness of the Departure Day. There are feelings and thoughts that can get us through…
Walt Disney World Recommendations
The most requested topic of conversation when planning a trip to Walt Disney World is “what should we do” and “what do you recommend?”. This is the home for all…
Things at Disney World that are Better at Night
Disney World is a completely different place when the sun goes down. Why? Because Disney REALLY likes using atmospheric storytelling elements, like lights and ambience. But the question is quite…
Where You Can Walk in Disney World
You can put in a good 30,000 steps daily from wandering through the parks and at the Resorts and that’s a huge bonus when you’re trying to burn off calories…
What to do at Disney’s Boardwalk
The Boardwalk is a shopping and entertainment district located steps from EPCOT and a little wander from Disney’s Hollywood Studios. From good eats, iconic views and awesome proximity to the…
Tips to Dining Alone at Disney World
Table Service dining at Disney World can be an experience that you don’t want to miss out on, but what happens when you’re on a solo trip and are worried…
Underrated Attractions at Walt Disney World
There are experiences at Disney World that we will plan a trip around and attractions that we just don’t want to miss. Then we’ve got a list of things that…
Hidden Spots in Walt Disney World
Let’s be honest about planning a trip to Walt Disney World – you’ve already got a list a mile long about all the things that you want to do. From…
UBER and LYFT in Disney World
Ride-sharing has taken the world by storm, and Walt Disney World Resort is no different. Services like Lyft and Uber offer choice, convenience and better values than traditional options. As…
10 Disney World Tips Everyone Should Know
If you’re thinking about going on a vacation, Disney World will be one of the top locations to consider. Every year, millions of travellers choose Orlando for their escape from…
Rope Drop at Disney World Theme Parks
Want to be first in line at a Disney World theme park? Well that practise is known as “Rope Drop” and it’s been a fan favorite for years, especially for…
Magic Kingdom Capacity Closures
One of the most common questions that I get circles around the topic of travelling during peak times, like major US Holidays and summer/winter vacation periods. Unfortunately, the best advice…
How To Have a Lazy Disney World Vacation Day
How many times have you heard that you’ll need a vacation from the stress and go-go-go of a Disney World trip? It’s all to common for folks to be overwhelmed…
How to Maximize Disney Park Hours
When you’re going through your schedule for a day at Walt Disney World, it can seem overwhelming! That’s because you’re trying to fit a lifetime of dreams into a single…
What Not to Wear in Disney Vacation Photos
Let’s talk about being prepared for your Disney Vacation, before during and after! It’s not just about smiling in your photos that you should take into consideration. The sheer number…
Things Not to Miss at Disney World
If you’ve spent time wandering through StepsToMagic.com, you’ll notice that one of my most frequent tips is to respect the size of Walt Disney World. From the transportation, dining options,…
Unofficial Rules at Walt Disney World
There are official and unofficial rules when visiting at Disney Park. Basic and common sense requests like no flash photography and keeping your hands and arms in the ride vehicle.…
Disney World Do-Overs
The idea of creating the most memorable and incredible vacation to Disney World exists within the minds of folks who may not know the sheer size and scope of the…
Free Drink Refills at Disney World
I’m obsessed with finding the best ways to extend my vacation dollars, so when discussing a future vacation with a friend…they were shocked that there were still fountain drink stations…
Colossal Time Wasters at Disney World
A popular topic that comes up during your vacation while waiting in line for attractions, food and transportation are things that you and your fellow vacationeers have wasted time on.…
Animal Kingdom Guest Mistakes
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is physically the largest theme park at Walt Disney World at over 500 acres, which means there are a lot of ways that you can walk in…
Top Items You Can Lose at Disney World
Losing something on your vacation could be the difference between having an incredible trip and a devastating time. My goal is to share a few of the things that I’ve…
How to get around Disney World with Disney Transportation
Some of my favorite conversations for Disney World vacation planning involves strategies that bring you to from your hotel bed to the magic of a Disney Theme Park! Most of…
Disney World FastPass Tiers
Walt Disney World is constantly evolving and adapting to guest reaction, so with that we’re able to answer one of the most common questions in Disney Trip Planning. What are…
Top Tips for Leaving the Magic Kingdom After Fireworks
Fireworks at the Magic Kingdom are absolutely breathtaking and magical! But as soon as the last mortar is shot into the sky…you and a sea of guests surrounding you on…
Couples Disney Vacation Tips
Walt Disney World is home to many experiences that could be seen as a perfect gateway for a couples vacation. From dining to memorable resorts and attractions that will bring…
Disney Pin Trading Tips to get the BEST pins
With hundreds of thousands pins in Walt Disney World, you don’t want to be trading your pins for just any old design that doesn’t really speak to your personality or…
Hidden Gems of EPCOT
EPCOT is filled with details that allow guests to escape reality and take a wander through a theme park that spans over 300 acres! From attractions designed to make you…
How to use Disney’s Magical Express
When you arrive at Orlando International Airport, you’ve got a few options to get to Walt Disney World. From ride-sharing to taxis and shuttle buses, nothing has more magic associated…
Top Tips Before You Go To EPCOT
EPCOT is one of the best examples of imagination and most unique experiences that you could experience at a theme park in the world. When you’re thinking about going to…
How to Have the Best Disney Vacation
Walt Disney World is called the Vacation Kingdom for a reason, and it’s due to the ability to have a once-in-a-lifetime trip to a magical place! That being said, there are…
Disney World Vacation Planning Mistakes
After travelling to Walt Disney World a few times, you’ll start to notice where you can save time and where you’ll be stuck in a situation that isn’t idea. I’ve…
Dollar Store Items You Should Buy for a Disney Vacation
The dollar store is my favorite place to stock up on items for a Disney World vacation, especially when you’re thinking about being budget savvy! Dollar Store Items You Should…
Attractions That You can get Soaked On at Disney World
Getting soaked on an attraction at Walt Disney World is refreshing and funny when you’re expecting it, but what happens when you’re on an experience and don’t know that there’s…
5 Disney Character Autograph Tips
When you’re planning on meeting a character at Walt Disney World, you should know beforehand that there are a few things that you may encounter before and during your experience.…
Late Night Snacking at Disney World
The number of times that I’ve found myself a little hungry after dinner while on vacation at Disney World wouldn’t shock anyone. There are tips and tricks to making sure…
Magic Kingdom Hacks
Travel Hacks have never been more important than now, especially with the number of Travel Books that are touting the latest and greatest ways for you to save time and…
Best Walt Disney World Advice
A daily question that comes through email, social media or face-to-face conversations with friends is quite telling…and it circles around “insider tips” and “advice” to make sure that they get…
Why Travel Bloggers are the New Travel Agents
When I was growing up, our family had a travel agent whom we would call to arrange all our vacations. She was an incredibly competent lady who worked out of…
How to find Disney Park Hours
One of the biggest hurdles to planning a trip to Walt Disney World is knowing the hours of operation for each of the Disney Parks before you make your reservations…
Insider Tips – Travelling to Orlando From Canada
Let’s start this article with a fun fact that many of you may not know – I’m Canadian! After years of travelling to and from Orlando, the tips and tricks…
Top 10 Things We Can’t Wait To Do Again
Disney World is filled with experiences that, unless you’re a local, you may only get a chance to do it once in a lifetime. This may not be because you…
How To Use Single Rider Lines at Walt Disney World
There are a few attractions at Disney World that allow you to bypass the line if you are a ‘Single Rider’ and it’s a pretty ingenious method to get more…
An Introduction to the My Disney Experience App
My Disney Experience is an essential App to keep your information at hand before and during your vacation to Walt Disney World. You’re able to make FastPass+ reservations, buy tickets,…
What to do on your Disney Vacation Arrival Day
Let’s be honest…you’re excited to get your vacation started. Most of us have spent months planning the perfect experience, from amazing ADRs, to Fastpass+ Reservations, to what snacks we want…