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The Best Roller Coasters at Walt Disney World: Rated (2025)

02/14/2025 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

Walt Disney World is known for a wide variety of different rides and attractions - from classic rides like its a small world and Peter Pan's Flight to heavily themed rides like the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Avatar Flight of Passage, and Rise of the Resistance. However, thrill seekers aren't left out. Do […]

Ultimate Weekend Trip Packing List: What To Bring

02/13/2025 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

Everyone needs to get away once in a while. Even if you don't have lots of resources or time, a weekend trip can be a good way to de-stress and explore a new area for a short time. While a weekend getaway can be relatively easy to plan and execute, you'll still have to spend […]

Ultimate Review of Disney's Pixar Place Hotel: An In-Depth Look

02/12/2025 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

In 2024, Disneyland unveiled its highly-anticipated reimagining of the Paradise Pier Hotel. Themed after all of the popular Disney/Pixar Movies, Pixar Place Hotel offers fun theming, a close location, great amenities, and on-property benefits to guests visiting Disneyland. One of three Disneyland on-property hotels, the Pixar Place Hotel typically offers a lower price point than […]

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 […]