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Ultimate Guide to Disneyland Pixar Pier at California Adventure

02/11/2025 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

When I first visited Disneyland Resort in California, I was eager to see Pixar Pier at the Disney California Adventure Park. As an avid Disney parks fan, I had seen so many pictures of that iconic Pixar Pal Around Wheel (originally the Sun Wheel then Mickey's Fun Wheel) and the Incredicoaster (originally called California Screamin'). […]

Which Cruise Line is Best for Adults?

02/04/2025 by Jodi Grundig 2 Comments

While we focus on travel with kids here at Family Travel Magazine, we understand that sometimes, you'll want a getaway without kids. Whether it's a couples getaway, a solo trip, or a girls' trip away from the stress of everyday life, there are lots of great options for adult-only travel. Are you considering a cruise […]

The Scariest Rides at Disney World

01/30/2025 by Jodi Grundig

Most people don’t associate Walt Disney World with scary rides. However, there are some scary rides at Walt Disney World, from dark rides that may frighten kids (like the Pirates of the Caribbean) to thrill rides with big drops. Whether you want to find out which rides to avoid with sensitive kids or are a […]

A Guide to EPCOT Rides and Attractions

01/29/2025 by Jodi Grundig 1 Comment

I've always loved EPCOT, even when I was a young kid and it was called EPCOT Center (experimental prototype community of tomorrow). The second theme park built at Disney World often has the reputation of being more educational than fun, but I love how it manages to be both. With this reputation, you may be […]

19 Of The Best East Coast Family Vacations and Destinations

01/26/2025 by Jodi Grundig 1 Comment

I've spent 95% of my time living on the East Coast of the United States, and for the most part, I've loved it. We are lucky because there are so many great places for East Coast family vacations - many of which we can easily drive to. The East Coast offers many of the top […]

Things To Do Before A Disney Cruise

01/25/2025 by Jodi Grundig 2 Comments

If you plan on taking a Disney cruise, it can be a little overwhelming to think of everything you need to do before you leave. But preparing in advance will make for an even better experience, so check out this list of things to do before a Disney cruise and get ready to cruise. Once […]