Our Disney Split Stay: Old Key West vs. Animal Kingdom Lodge (and the Order I’d Pick Next Time)

I plan Disney trips for families all year long, so when it came time to plan our own, I pulled out the same checklist I use for my clients. Since this wasn’t our first visit, we skipped the mad dash and built in a slower pace this time, with pool afternoons, a full rest day, […]
Portofino Bay Hotel and Epic Universe: An Honest Universal Orlando Review for Families

By Christie Gearen | Shoot for the Moon Vacations Published on I promised you a Part 2. I did not promise you when. In my defense, I’ve been busy planning other families’ trips, which is kind of the whole job. But the Universal half of our Orlando week deserves its own post, so here it […]
Disney World Vacation Packages: What To Do When They Drop

Disney World vacation packages drop once a year, and families who move on release day consistently get the best resorts, the best rates, and a whole lot less stress for the rest of their planning. Here’s exactly what to do the moment packages become available, whether you’re starting from scratch or already have a reservation you’re second-guessing.
Planning Your Walt Disney World Vacation: How to Choose the Right Dates, Resort, and Game Plan

Hey friend! If Disney World vacation planning has been on your mind, you are in exactly the right place and I am so glad you’re here. There is truly nothing like the magic of those parks, and I am genuinely excited to help you get there. Here’s what I want you to know right away: […]