"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the Final stop on our Magical Blogorail."  Today's theme is the best live entertainment at WDW and there is a lot to choose from! Disney World offers several awesome live shows, character-laden parades, musical acts, and more; but our favorite live entertainment is "Streetmosphere," or the Citizens of Hollywood. Who are the Citizens of Hollywood, you might ask? They are live entertainers directly from Disney's idea of Old Hollywood, but with a comedic twist! They roam the streets of Hollywood Studios throughout the day holding auditions, directing scenes, looking for new talent, giving interviews, and more! Some citizens may also be policeman, cabbies, gossip columnists, or even an employee of Hollywood Public Works. When putting on a skit, many Citizens recruit nearby guests, and are absolutely hilarious, and often obnoxious, in their interactions! On our last trip, we encountered a Citizen of Hollywood named Shelby Mayer. He's a mogul and a studio chief who's phrase is always "Who needs talent? I've got money!" He struck up a conversation with my Disney Mom, marveling about her beauty and lecturing my Disney Dad for failing to buy her a larger ring. After an amusing conversation, Shelby gave my Disney Mom a massive ring and his card! What a cool, and free, souvenir! Plus, it was a Hollywood Studios memory we won't soon forget. You can read bout Shelby Mayer for yourself, as well as other Citizens of Hollywood that you might find strolling down Hollywood or Sunset Boulevard here! Want to chat with a Citizen of Hollywood? Hang out on Hollywood Boulevard or Sunset Boulevard for awhile, you're sure to see one of them; and once you do, don't hesitate to hurry over or join the crowd around them! Also, if you are looking for an entertaining experience, play along and feel free to ask for an autograph or a picture. Have you ever encountered a Citizen of Hollywood during your visit to Hollywood Studios? What was your experience?
"Thank you for joining Magical Blogorail Orange this month. Our next loop will be in June with an all new theme. Keep checking in with our blogs in between loops to keep up to date with our Disney info, photos and stories. If you are looking for more Disney magic, you can make your way over to The Magical Blogorail website to see all our members and their blogs, as well as all our previous loops.”
Here is the map of our Magical Blogorail Loop should you happen to have
to make a stop along the way and want to reboard.
1st Stop ~ Your Highway in the Sky
2nd Stop ~ The Disney Point
3rd Stop ~ Disney on Wheels
Final Stop ~ A Glass Slipper Vacation (you are here)
"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail."  So you're going to Walt Disney World! Congrats! You're going to have a great time; but be warned, once you go, you will be spoiled for life because no other vacation or theme park will ever compare again! But while Disney World is truly magical, it's massive, often crowded, and can be a little overwhelming. So how can skirt around these obstacles and maximize the pixie dust? We have some advice to help you with just that!1.) Arrive Early-To ride the most popular attractions, and to avoid the Florida heat, arrive several minutes before the park opens! The park is so big it won't fill up for at least an hour, giving you plenty of time to ride some of the Magic Kingdom's best instead of fighting the crowds in a few hours. 2.) Stay at a Disney Resort-If you can work it into your budget, we strongly encourage you to stay at a Disney Resort. It's truly part of the Disney World experience and it provides a lot of convenience, from close proximity to the parks to free transportation to helpful, informed Cast Members, magical extras, and more! You won't regret it! 3. Learn the Disney Transportation System-While it's definitely convenient, it can be a little confusing at times. It's important to know that Disney World is a huge place, so getting from one place to another, even on a Disney Bus or Boat or Monorail, can take some time. Remember this when planning your day and mealtimes. Also, Disney Transportation typically arrives at a bus or dock about every twenty minutes or so; and often makes more than one stop. For example, a bus to Animal Kingdom will not only stop at the park, but also Blizzard Beach. Also, the Monorail will stop at several Magic Kingdom Deluxe Resorts on their way to the Magic Kingdom. For more on Disney World Transportation, check out this helpful page! 4.) Make Advance Dining Reservations-Walt Disney World is home to many, many places to eat ranging from snack carts to counter service/cafeteria-like spots to character meals to award winning restaurants and cuisine! Most first time Disney World guests tend to stop and eat at the first place they come to; but to really maximize your money and the magic, pick the best of what Disney has to offer for more magical experiences! Pick the restaurants you would like to visit and make reservations for these restaurants way in advance. 5. Don't Schedule, Make Priorities-It can be easy to overplan and schedule your vacation so you can pack in every memory and experience; but attempting to do so is anything but magical for you and your family. In fact, your vacation will by so planned that it won't be any fun! While Disney offers tons of amazing experiences, it's the spontaneous and the simple act of enjoying what they have made while with friends and family is what makes it so special. So live a little and just enjoy what happens. You will probably remember those moments the most! Although, I understand that with so much to see and do, you can't be completely spontaneous all the time which is why we recommend priorities, not plans. Make a list of priorities for each park and make that your goal for the day while you enjoy the moments in between! Need some help? Check out our WDW Priorities.6. Know You Will Spend More Than You Plan-It's no secret that Disney is often expensive; and this doesn't go away once you get on property. If you're from certain corners of the country, you will find that stuff at Disney costs a bit more than you're accustomed. Plus, with all of the awesome stuff to eat and buy, most people go over budget, especially when it comes to cold drinks on a humid, Florida day. 7.) Don't Miss the Classics and Faves-For a true Disney Vacation that will win you over for life, you have to experience the Classics and Favorite Attractions such as Peter Pan's Flight, "it's a small world," Kilimanjaro Safaris, Tower of Terror, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, Expedition Everest, Rock n' Roller Coaster, Pirates of the Caribbean, the Jungle Cruise, and Epcot's World Showcase. 8.) Be Careful When You Book-If you're booking a Disney World Vacation online to take advantage of a special offer, which there almost always is, you must click on the special offer and go through that page to book. If not, your offer will not be applied. Don't make this mistake when you book!
"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 2nd stop on our Magical Blogorail."  While the parks at Walt Disney World offer some delicious dining destinations, along with plenty of Disney magic, Disney resorts also offer terrific restaurants that many Disney guests consider a must-do on their vacation.
All Disney Deluxe Resorts offer at least two table service restaurants, and Moderate Resorts all offer one. That's a lot of choices and we are still far from visiting them all; but today, we are going to list our favorite resort restaurants (so far) and why!
The Grand Floridian Cafe-The Grand Floridian is also home to the most restaurants of any Disney Deluxe, several of which are signature restaurants. But if we don't want to spend that much, but still enjoy an elegant meal that captures the spirit of the Grand Floridian, we head to the Grand Floridian Cafe with it's airy, Victorian décor and whimsical touches! We especially enjoy visiting here for lunch and ordering the dessert platter, which is one dessert credit but offers several choices! It's a great value and so good!
Chef Mickeys-This Contemporary Resort restaurant is really popular and for good reason! We think the food here is some of the best that a character buffet on property has to offer. Plus, we get to see Mickey and the gang, and the Monorail is only feet away!
 Whispering Canyon Cafe-This Wilderness Lodge restaurant is known for it's western theme, yummy country style menu, and for the zany behavior of their waiters and waitresses! This place is one of our favorites because we are big fans of the food and the fact that we know every meal will be an experience! On our last trip, once our waiter found out how thirsty we were, he brought out the most enormous Mason jar full of sweet tea we have ever seen which attracted quite a bit of attention!
Boatwrights-A hidden gem, Port Orleans Riverside's Boatwrights is themed after a ship builders shop and serves up some famous southern style dishes with a New Orleans flavor! The unique southern menu and warm atmosphere makes it one of our faves; and we especially encourage you to try the warm Pecan Pie and Bananas Foster!
Trails End-This Fort Wilderness restaurant is another hidden gem which offers a homecooked buffet in a rustic, log cabin where your drink comes in a Mason jar and part of the buffet is served up on an old fashioned stove! The cozy atmosphere makes us feel like we're enjoying a Sunday meal back at home and it's one of the best values in regards to price at WDW!
So what do you think? Are any of these resorts your favorites? Why or why not?
"Welcome to the first stop aboard Magical Blogorail Orange. Enjoy the ride as
we share our favorite places to meet Disney characters.”  Characters are a huge part of a Walt Disney World vacation, especially if you have kids in tow; but as anyone who has been to WDW can tell you, meeting characters at the parks isn't always as easy and pleasurable as it appears in commercials.
Character meeting spots are all over WDW, but they are often found at the end of long line in the sun; but that doesn't mean we don't enjoy hanging out with characters! It just means that we are selective; and today we are letting you in on where we like to meet up with the Disney characters.
World Showcase-You can almost always find Disney characters outside the country pavilions from where their stories take place. For example, you can meet with Mulan at China, Snow White at Germany, Mary Poppins and Alice in the United Kingdom, and more! Tip: There are signs posted where the characters will be and at what time; and guests often begin lining up before this scheduled times so be there early! While there are lines to meet these characters, they are usually shorter and much more bearable than at other parks. Tip: Try to visit the characters when World Showcase first opens for shorter lines.
Akershus Storybook Dining-Character Meals are a great way to meet characters because you're not out in the heat, you don't have to wait in line, you can see several in one visit, and you have the characters to yourself for a few minutes all while you enjoy a yummy meal. One of our favorite character meals is Akershus Storybook Dining at Epcot's Norway pavilion. At this restaurant, you dine in a Norwegian castle setting while a variety of Disney princesses come by to visit; and the character interaction is excellent! Even though a Norwegian menu sounds a little intimidating, it's actually delicious; and many of the dishes are close to American fare, just with a few Norwegian influences. Also, in addition to the menu, you can enjoy a buffet offering meats, cheeses, breads, fruit, and more! This makes this restaurant a great value, on top of being an excellent character meal; and is a perfect alternative to Cinderella's Royal Table.
Animal Kingdom-This park offers characters that you might not see elsewhere, such as Flik from A Bug's Life, King Louie and Baloo from Jungle Book, Jiminy Cricket, Pocahontas, and Rafiki from The Lion King! Animal Kingdom is a big place, but we tend to find these guys just inside the entrance at Animal Kingdom or on the paths between Asia and Africa.
 Crystal Palace-Another one of our favorite character spots is
the Crystal Palace, located inside the Magic Kingdom between Main Street U.S.A. and Adventureland. This restaurant offers American fare in a beautiful, white and glass Victorian style restaurant featuring visits from Winnie the Pooh and gang! What's really great about this restaurant is that it opens early, before the parks does, so you can enjoy an early breakfast and then be in the park before everyone else; and in our experience, there seem to be a lot of characters out and about when the gates first open for the day!
Rope Drop-As we've already said, we have found an abundance of characters at the start of the day, as opposed to later on. For example, we have found princesses and the Fairy Godmother in Fantasyland, Toy Story characters in Frontierland, and even Country Bears wandering around Splash Mountain soon after rope drop! If you are going to wait in line for characters, this time of day may be best due to cool temperatures and short lines!
Pixar Place-The Pixar themed section of Hollywood Studios, home of the popular Toy Story Midway Mania, is crowded almost all of the time; but this is where you can find the Green Army men roaming about! Since we are big fans and we probably won't find them anywhere else, this spot is on our list; and because they come through this area so often, we usually have a good chance of getting a photo with them!
Magic of Disney Animation-This Hollywood Studios attraction features a short show explaining the animation process before taking guests into a large open area offering a replica of Walt's office, posters for upcoming Disney films, interactive game stations, an art class, and lastly several character meet n' greet areas! In the past, we have encountered Sorcerer Mickey, the Incredibles, and usually a Disney character promoting one of Disney's latest films, such as the gang from Up or Winnie the Pooh. Why is it one of our favorite spots? Because it offers several different characters in one location with seating, air conditioning, and tolerable crowds. I have even seen people curl up one of the plush benches and catch a few winks, much better than standing outside in the sun, right?
So these are some of our favorite places to meet Disney characters! What are some of yours?
"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the Final stop on our Magical Blogorail."  We are so excited about today's theme because Imagineering is one of the coolest jobs on the planet and who hasn't dreamed up their own fantasy attractions that they would like to see at WDW, right?
So today we have listed a couple attractions that we would like to see at WDW, and we hope you like what we have come up with!
Mary Poppins Carousel-One of the coolest parts of Mary Poppins is the scene where the carousel horses jumped off the ride! How cool is that in that the riders got to control their own ride! We think something like this would be awesome at WDW because, for one, Mary Poppins is one of Disney's best and most popular films and needs more attention. Secondly, wouldn't this be a cool spin on a classic theme park attraction!
Aladdin's Magic Carpet Ride-So, we're going to be honest, the Magic Carpets of Aladdin in Fantasyland is just another version of Dumbo and is really a waste of possibilities. Think of the two main Magic Carpet scenes in Aladdin, the first being the hazardous escape from the Cave of Wonders and the second being "A Whole New World." Wouldn't these experiences be great for an attraction? Perhaps Disney could use some of the Soarin' or Star Tours technology to let guests feel what's like to zip through the streets of Agrabah, outrun lava as it consumes mountains of gold and jewels in the Cave of Wonders, and then soar through the clouds in "A Whole New World!" I'll take my FastPass now, please!
Sail Through Disney Movies-So yeah, we don't have a title; but think about this: how about a cruise through awesome moments in Disney films? For example, a canoe ride with Pocahontas with John Smith's ship and the Indian village in the distance, a float through the dark Jungle where Baloo and Mowgli are taking a swim, or a sail into Tangled to see the floating lanterns above the castle? If not, can we at least capture the Tangled scene in something please?
Castle Tour-So Disneyland does something like this, but we think WDW should definitely have some sort of tour or walk-through show inside Cinderella Castle. When we were kids, the castle was always one of our biggest fascinations and we always wanted to go inside! Now we know you can if you dine at Cinderella's Royal Table, but we think there definitely some possibilies for an attraction here and that it would be a big draw! Or maybe Disney could move the new Princess Fantasy Faire inside the castle instead?
Revamp Kali River Rapids-Everyone loves the classic wild raft rides at theme parks; and while Kali River Rapids is okay, we think Disney can do better. Animal Kingdom needs some appearances from Disney films in the parks, and we think Kali River Rapids would be a great option to do so! Or maybe it could be an Indiana Jones themed raft ride, similiar to Disneyland's coaster?
"Thank you for joining Magical Blogorail Orange this month. Our next loop will be in February with an all new theme. Keep checking in with our blogs in between loops to keep up to date with our Disney info, photos and stories. If you are looking for more Disney magic, you can make your way over to The Magical Blogorail website to see all our members and their blogs, as well as all our previous loops.” Here is the map of our Magical Blogorail Loop should you happen to have to make a stop along the way and want to reboard:
1st Stop ~ Your Highway in the Sky
2nd Stop ~ Focused on the Magic
3rd Stop ~ Heidi’s Head
4th Stop ~ Disney on Wheels
Final Stop ~ A Glass Slipper Vacation (You're Here)
"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 4th stop on our Magical Blogorail."  Today's theme is Disney Holiday Gifts! So for our own twist on this festive topic, we decided to discuss where we go at WDW to find Disney Holiday Gifts!
If you've ever been to Walt Disney World during the holidays, you know that there is a whole new world of merchandise and holiday treats to choose from; and this means a plethora of gifting possibilities to help you with your shopping list! But our number one stop to begin the Disney shopping experience would be the Grand Floridian Resort!
While all Disney Resorts offer a gift shop, the Grand Floridian offers several, including a shop for sundries, a men's store, and even Basin White, a store selling soaps, lotions, bath bombs, and more pampering items!
One of our favorite Grand Floridian stores is Summer Lace, a women's boutique that offers elegant clothing, gifts, and accessories that you probably won't find anywhere else on property! This is also a great place to hunt for those popular Disney Dooney and Bourke bags.
The Grand Floridian also offers exclusive Grand Floridian merchandise, which make great souvenirs or gifts for Grand Floridian fans!
Also, for the Christmas season, the Grand Floridian features another shop, a sweet shop located inside a giant gingerbread house!
 We visited the Grand Floridian Gingerbread House last year and purchased several gifts from inside, including gingerbread ornaments, chocolate treats, and even exclusive pins marking this annual tradition.
We definitely recommend the gingerbread ornaments, we still have one hanging on our tree today as a "sweet" reminder of our Disney Christmas vacation; and because it comes carefully wrapped and is so unique, it would make a great gift for someone, especially a fellow Disney fan!
Other items include pre-made gingerbread houses you can take home or maybe give as gifts? There are also boxes of chocolate, chocolate Disney characters, candy lollipops, cookies, gingerbread shingles like the ones used on the roof, and much more! After all, who wouldn't want a unique treat made in the heart of Disney and sold inside of an edible house? That's a gift with a story! Also, you know that you really can't wrong with food when it comes to gifts. I
Still looking for gifts? How about something that can't be wrapped? How about a massage or a trip to the Grand Floridian's spa? (It's opening back up soon by the way!) Or how about an elegant, luxurious dinner at the famous and highly rated Victoria and Albert's restaurant?
You could also take advantage of this classically decorated resort to grab a few family pics to use as a Christmas card for next year, or get a professional photo from a Disney PhotoPass photographer to frame and send to family!
Therefore, because of the unique merchandise and variety, as well as experiences, we think that the Grand Floridian is one of the best one-stop shopping spots at WDW to pick up a few Disney Holiday Gifts. Plus, in a setting like what the Grand Floridian offers, the Christmas spirit is always alive and well this time of year!
"Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 3rd stop on our Magical Blogorail."  Today's topic is the one way we keep the Disney magic alive at home; and in addition to daydreaming about future Disney vacations, watching Disney movies, quoting Disney characters, and hunting for Hidden Mickeys in everyday life, the main way we keep Disney alive is through this blog!
That excitement we get from Disney follows us around like a trail of golden pixie dust when we are discussing a new blog post, sharing our tips and tricks, critiquingDisney restaurants, and researching breaking Disney news!
Our blog also helps us plan Disney trips, and sometimes justifies other reasons to go! For example, we always try to visit at least one new restaurant while at WDW so we can offer our readers a new dining review. We also make plans to try new sweet treats, snap photos of new and unique merchandise, and make a list of new sights and attractions to see, experience, and photograph so we can let you know all about them! Right now, we cannot wait to go to Disney World again to check out the new Fantasyland not only for us, but so that we can share our new discoveries here.
Blogging also lets us keep the Disney magic alive whether we just arrived home or our next trip is months away, because we can strategize how to share its magic with you wherever we are. This really helps with the vacation blues!
So this blog and sharing Disney info with you is how we keep the Disney magic alive! It's our own little escape from reality to family time and carefree fun in that we get to plan, dream, explain, and share secrets with other Disney fans!
" Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the 2nd on our Magical Blogorail." Even after all of our trips to WDW, we still haven't done it all! But this is one of the many reasons for why we keep coming back, because Disney is literally a "world" to see and experience and because it continues to grow with each year. For example, the Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland Expansion has just opened up a whole other section for us to explore, as well as a brand new resort, the Art of Animation. 1. Stay at the Grand Floridian-Our family hasn't stayed here since the early nineties, so not all of our family remembers; but we know that the rooms and benefits here are the most luxurious and the most magical and we hope to stay here again soon! 2. Stay in a 3 Bedroom Villa-We have seen some pictures and video of the three bedroom villas from the Disney Vacation Club; and they are amazing! The most impressive villas we have seen are at Animal Kingdom Lodge which include three balconies for watching the savanna wildlife, a billiard room, an amazing master suite, and more! 3. Eat Dinner in the Ballroom at the Be Our Guest Restaurant-We can't wait to see the new Fantasyland Expansion in person! Our ultimate dream is to eat here for dinner near the massive windows where fake snow is reportedly supposed to fall outside. 4. Ride in a Parade-What could be better than being driven down Main Street USA in style with a host of magical floats and Disney characters with you? 5. Parasail-We want to parasail over Bay Lake and see the Magic Kingdom from the sky! 6. Be the Wilderness Lodge Flag Family-Every morning, a family can get the chance to help raise the flag on the roof of the Wilderness Lodge roof! What a cool experience and a great view! All you have to do is ask at the front desk if a morning is available for your family to raise the flag; but be warned, you have to ask early! 7. Stay at the Saratoga Treehouses-These awesome treehouse retreats look so cool and we think staying here would be a unique experience. 8. Sample a Sweet Treat at Every Epcot Pavilion-We want to sample what each country prizes when they want to satisfy their sweet tooth. 9. See the Disney Christmas Day Parade being filmed at WDW-Disney really does Christmas right; and we bet it's even better when this awesome parade is being filmed! 10. Attend Night of Joy at the Magic Kingdom-Night of Joy is a special event where top Christian artists perform. Seeing some of our favorite groups at our favorite place would be a dream come true! "Thank you for joining me today. Your next stop on the Magical Blogorail Loop is Your Highway in the Sky."
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"Welcome to the first stop aboard Magical Blogorail Orange. Enjoy the ride as we share our Disney refurbishment wish list.”  Disney World is constantly changing and growing; and to keep things fresh and new, Disney often refurbishes their shows, attractions, restaurants, and resorts. For example, Epcot's Test Track is currently undergoing an update and refurbishment for a new and improved experience!
But there are some attractions and corners at Disney World that we wish Disney would refurbish sooner rather than later. So today, my fellow bloggers and I are sharing our Disney World Refurbishment Wish List!
1. Backlot Tour-This Hollywood Studios attraction is fun the first time around, but it's not one you usually care to repeat and it hasn't changed in quite awhile. I think Disney could definitely make some better use of this space, or at least refurbish that Pearl Habor pre-show?
2. Soarin'-Don't get us wrong, Soarin' is one of our favorite WDW attractions of all time; but wouldn't it be cool if they changed the footage so we could see some new landscapes, maybe from Florida or the East Coast? After all, our version of this attraction is called Soarin', not Soarin' Over California like it's Disneyland sister.
3. Tomorrowland Speedway-This attraction is always very popular, especially with young guests; but with Cars Land over at Disneyland, I could definitely see this attraction being refurbished with a fresh, fun Car's theme!
4. The Great Movie Ride-This attraction used to be Hollywood Studios icon; but just as it was overshadowed by the giant Sorcerer's Hat, time and new cinema blockbusters have overshadowed this attraction's old films. If Disney was to refurbish this ride, I think there would be plenty of great films to fill the space, as long as they leave a few of the classics, like the Wizard of Oz, alone.
 5. Epcot's Future World-We are big Epcot fans; but to be honest, we usually skip over Future World, with the exception of the Seas with Nemo and Friends, The Land, and the future Test Track. I wish Disney would go back to Walt's orginal dream of a future city or a world's fair showcasing the latest technology, perhaps even an exhibit for the latest Imagineering marvels?
6. Dinosaur-When Dinosaur first appeared at Animal Kingom, it was one of the park's biggest draws; but now, it's just kind of there. I don't think Dinosaur really has a target auidence since it's too scary for most kids, but no rival to Expedition Everest. I think the idea has a lot of promise, but a refurbishment would definitely breathe new life into this part of the park.
7. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular-This show is one of my favorites at Hollywood Studios; but like the Backlot Tour, once you've seen it, you've seen it. There's so many action scenes in the Indy films, I think a show refurbishment could be possible and would be great for fellow Indy fans out there!
So which attractions at WDW are on your refurbishment wish list? Share with us!
 "Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the Final stop on our Magical Blogorail."
Today's topic is Best Picture Taking Tips for Disney! This is a great topic because taking pictures at Disney is one of our favorite things to do. Besides, what better place to capture memories than the home of magical castles, mountains, fairies, and princesses? With that said, here are some of our best picture taking tips: ~Have a Cast Member or PhotoPass Photographer take a family photo for you, especially in front of the castle. They will happily do it for free! Also, feel free to ask another guest or family to take a picture for you too. This is a common practice at WDW and most guests are happy to do so. ~Take impromptu photos. Don't stage all your photos, but rather keep your cameron ready to capture the little moments, including your kids' expressions! These random shots will probably mean more to you than the staged ones later on.
 ~Pay attention to length and width. What do we mean by this? Think about your pics before you take them and consider whether a vertical or horizontal shot is best. For example, if the object of your photo is tall, consider taking a vertical photo, like the one of Mr. Ray in the photo to the left. The empty, extra stuff on either side only detracts from the main objects
~Want to get that classic shot of the castle or the Partner's statue without crowds and peoples heads in the way? Arrive at the parks early or book an early breakfast reservation and stop for pics along the way.
~Bring a waterproof camera. You can get some great photos and capture some of your vacation's best moments by bringing a waterproof camera to your resort pool or water park! Position yourself at the base of the waterslide to capture your child's grin or iin the wave pool right before a wave crashes overhead!
~Give your kids the camera for awhile and see WDW through their eyes! It's sure to be amusing too.
~Take pictures on cloudy days. It has been said that cloudy skies are better for picturing taking; but I always like those pics with clear, blue sunny skies in the background too! In that case, try to take your pictures with the Florida sun behind you.
 ~Consider taking a photo from a different angle! Feeling artistic? Get a picture of an icon, building, or piece of decor from a different angle for a whole new perspective. It's a lot of fun to do this with the castle, with the balloon vendors on Main Street, or pieces of decor, such as this chandelier in the lobby of the Boardwalk.
~Take your camera into the shops and take pictures of yourself trying on some of Disney's fun hats! Or pose with some fun merchandise!
~Have your camera ready at sunset! For those guests who have simple, digital cameras, getting nighttime shots can be tricky. So to capture the parks in a different light, I like to wait until around sunset to snap some pics of the parks with a multicolored sky and evening shadows!
So those are some our best picture taking tips! We hope you enjoyed them; and if you have some of your own, feel free to share in a comment below.
" Thank you for joining Magical Blogorail Orange this month. Our next loop will be Tuesday, September 18th with an all new theme. Keep checking in with our blogs in between loops to keep up to date with our Disney info, photos and stories. If you are looking for more Disney magic, you can make your way over to The Magical Blogorail website to see all our members and their blogs, as well as all our previous loops.”
Here is the map of our Magical Blogorail Loop should you happen to have to make a stop along the way and want to reboard:
1st Stop ~ Your Highway in the Sky
2nd Stop ~ Focused on the Magic
3rd Stop ~ Heidi’s Head
4th Stop ~ Disney on Wheels
Final Stop ~ A Glass Slipper Vacation (You're here)
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