Author Archives: Matthew Krul

The Disneyland Resort in California is an amazing place for families of all ages, which includes toddlers and infants. With countless attractions for little ones to enjoy across two parks (Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure), character experiences, dining, and more, Disneyland is worth visiting with the whole family. In this episode, we chat aboutContinueContinue reading “Disneyland with a Toddler or Infant”

The Norway Pavilion at EPCOT (including Frozen Ever After and its predecessor, Maelstrom) is full of authentic details that speak to the culture, history, music and cuisine of Norway. Opening in 1988, the pavilion features a table-service restaurant (Akershus), a quick-service bakery (Kringla Bakeri Og Cafe), a main attraction (Frozen Ever After), a meet-and-greet (AnnaContinueContinue reading “EPCOT Norway Pavilion | Frozen Ever After | Maelstrom”

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort opened at Walt Disney World in 1997 across from Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park. Closely situated near Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Coronado Springs includes 10 dining locations (Toledo, Maya Grill, Three Bridges, Rix Sports Bar, Barcelona Lounge, Dahlia Lounge and more) and an array ofContinueContinue reading “Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort | Gran Destino Tower”

Originally called Countdown to Extinction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, DINOSAUR has been thrilling guests at Walt Disney World since April 22, 1998. As an Enhanced Motion Vehicle (EMV), Walt Disney Imagineering used the same ride design and track layout as Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland. For DINOSAUR, the story instead revolves around the CTX TimeContinueContinue reading “DINOSAUR | Disney’s Animal Kingdom | DinoLand U.S.A.”

Space Mountain opened at the Magic Kingdom in Walt DISNEY WORLD in 1975, becoming the first indoor tubular steel roller coaster. The original idea was conceived by Walt Disney for Disneyland, but after he passed away, the attraction was shifted to Florida, with Imagineer John Hench leading a team of talented Imagineers to bring thisContinueContinue reading “Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World)”

Disney Revival (2009-2021) films include The Princess and the Frog, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, Wreck It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, Moana, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Frozen 2, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Encanto. These 12 films span a range of just 12 years and represent some modern favorites in Disney history. LikeContinueContinue reading “Music of the Disney Revival Era”

Disney Vacation Club offers Disney fans the opportunity to unlock years of magical vacations at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani and beyond. This year, my family finally made the decision to become Disney Vacation Club Members, buying directly from Disney with our home resort set to the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian. In this episode,ContinueContinue reading “Disney Vacation Club Basics”

The Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT (including Gran Fiesta Tour and its predecessor, El Rio Del Tiempo) is full of authentic details that speak to the culture, history, music and cuisine of Mexico. Opening in 1982 with the park, the pavilion now features two table-service restaurants (San Angel Inn Restaurant and La Hacienda de San Angel),ContinueContinue reading “EPCOT Mexico Pavilion, Gran Fiesta Tour”

Taking a solo trip to Disney can sometimes seem intimidating, especially if we’re used to traveling with our family and friends. In today’s episode, we discuss some of the reasons you might want to consider a solo trip to Walt Disney World, whether it be an add-on to a local conference for work, a soloContinueContinue reading “Solo Trips to Walt Disney World”

Expedition Everest opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on April 7, 2006 and is one of the highest rated Disney Park attractions. At 199 feet 6 inches tall, it’s the tallest attraction at Walt Disney World and a thrilling Vekoma-manufactured roller coaster. Complete with a highly detailed Imagineering backstory, authentic story-driven details (many directly purchased inContinueContinue reading “Expedition Everest (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)”