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Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano

Tucked away in a corner behind Muppet Vision 3D in Disney's Hollywood Studios is a little Italian restaurant that is in my opinion, one of the best-kept Disney dining secrets. Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano is a casual table-service option serving beloved favorites like fried calamari, chicken parmesan, and spaghetti & meatballs. I've dined here with… Continue reading Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano

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Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter is one-half of Disney's Port Orleans Resort and a longtime favorite of mine. Sister property Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside is nextdoor, but more on that later. The theming of this moderate resort will transport you straight to New Orleans, LA. French Quarter reopened back in October,… Continue reading Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

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EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

Festival time is my favorite time at EPCOT! The park comes alive with a plethora of unique experiences. The 2022 festivals are: International Festival of the Arts: January 14 - February 21International Flower and Garden Festival: March 2 - July 4 {Read about my 2021 visit here.}International Food and Wine Festival: dates TBDInternational Festival of… Continue reading EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

In choosing our resort, several factors were key. We wanted a family-friendly resort with lots of activities for everyone, a gorgeous stretch of beach, and convenience to shopping/dining/entertainment. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort ticked every box. Located in the heart of Waikiki Beach, Hilton Hawaiian Village sits on 22 historic beachfront acres. The grounds… Continue reading Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

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How we spent one week on O’ahu

We'd always planned to visit Hawai'i. And last spring, we finally decided to make it happen. For months I poured over every detail from the resort to the excursions to our self-drive Circle Tour. And even after multiple protocol changes and having to delay our trip by a month, it was worth every minute of… Continue reading How we spent one week on O’ahu

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Who’s ready to win a vacation to The Most Magical Place on Earth?!

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E Ok, how many of you sang that in your mind? I know I did when I typed it! 😊Fall means it's time for another giveaway, and this is my most favorite kind!!! Along with my head office Classic Travel Connection, Family Travel Adventures LLC is giving away a Walt Disney World vacation! There's nothing… Continue reading Who’s ready to win a vacation to The Most Magical Place on Earth?!