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MyWDW: Character Dining
Disney Character Dining
Getting to meet you favorite Disney characters is one of the big draws of going to the Disney Parks for some people. The chance to get a little face-to-face time with Mickey or Goofy is often a thrill for little kids, and it's fun to see children's faces light up when they hug their favorite character. One of the trademark Disney ways of making this happen is character dining. Sit down, have a nice meal, and have some of your Disney favorites come visit you while you eat! There are a number ...

MyWDW: When Should I Go To Disney World?
The Best Times to Go to Walt Disney World
The most common complaint I hear about trips to Walt Disney World is that it was far too crowded. There was no way to avoid long lines, it was impossible to get a reservation at any of the restaurants, it was too hot, navigating the streets was a nightmare. Well, I'm here to tell you that doesn't always need to be the case! There are many times that Walt Disney World is significantly less crowded, in fact, there are times in the year that you can go straight onto the most popular rides. I re...

MyWDW: Pirates of the Caribbean
Pirates of the Caribbean
Ah, Pirates of the Caribbean. It's difficult to imagine a trip to the Magic Kingdom without a trip to visit these rapscallions, especially after the incredibly successful film franchise took off! Did you know, however, that this attraction almost wasn't even in Walt Disney World at all? I'll explore that little bit of trivia, as well as the background of the original attraction as we take the plunge into the stormy waters and head into Pirates of the Caribbean... just remember to pay your re...

MyWDW: How to Avoid Lines at Walt Disney World
Long Lines at Walt Disney World
Anyone who has been on a Disney vacation, or, indeed, a trip to any theme park has been there. You hear about the big, new, exciting ride in all the advertisements, you buy your tickets and make all your other arrangements for travel. The big day finally comes and you make your way into the park and head straight for that big, popular ride... only to find that a few hundred people have beaten you to the punch and there's a seventy-five minute wait just to get in the front door. Have no fear,...

MyWDW: Canada Pavilion
Canada Pavilion
From the point of view of the United States, they are our neighbors to the north. To the world they are a grand nation with amazing vistas from coast to coast, a variety of cities each with its own distinct personality and flavor, and all kinds of interesting wildlife. A number of these bits of Canadian life are explored at Epcot's Canada Pavilion, so let's being and see what you can expect from your explorations of this area of World Showcase.

MyWDW: Japan Pavilion
Japan Pavilion
A country that has very much come to the forefront of popular culture, as well as having been on the mind of the public since the March 2011 earthquake, Japan is represented in Epcot through its customs, food, and doses of the aforementioned pop culture. Join me now, as we enter the pavilion and take a look at the different aspects of Japan that can be seen there.

MyWDW: Norway Pavilion
Norway Pavilion
The mysterious land to the north, full of fjords, Vikings, and adventure. Containing what was the first (and for a long time only) "thrill" ride at Epcot, the Norway Pavilion shows the fascinating culture of the Scandinavian country, and offers a little something different for everyone who visits. Join me, now, as we explore the pavilion, the shops, the ride, and the food of Norway in Epcot's World Showcase!

MyWDW: What is Disney's PhotoPass?
Disney's PhotoPass
There are endless opportunities for the amateur shutterbug at Walt Disney World, from all the great architecture, beautiful fountains, characters abound, and, of course, those Hidden Mickeys you may want to snap a shot of to prove you found them. Sometimes, however, you really want to be in the picture, and for many of those occasions, Disney offers Disney's PhotoPass. What does Disney's PhotoPass include? Let's take a look...

MyWDW: My Top Ten Walt Disney World Rides
My Favorite WDW Rides
When you think of Walt Disney World, the first thing that comes to most minds is rides, and I have made tons of pages featuring all sorts of Disney's attractions, but now it's time to give my personal feelings about each of my absolute favorites. Now, not all of these are "the best," per se, they aren't always the most thrilling, or the technically most amazing, but they are ones that either have a special place in my heart, or ones that I find absolutely amazing for one reason or another. I...

MyWDW: The Great Movie Ride
The Great Movie Ride
Located in a reproduction of the world famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre (although in Hollywood Studios it is just referred to as the Chinese Theatre, as they could not obtain the rights to the Grauman's name), the Great Movie Ride features a chance to ride through a number of classic movies, representing a number of different genres. So sit back, relax, and prepare for the adventure of your lifetime as you meet some of the most famous characters in Hollywood history!