When Walt Disney first envisioned the premier theme park experience, Disney World buses were not part of the vision. Instead, he saw a vast highway in the sky, gliding off to interconnected resorts and the magical city of tomorrow. While not as mythical as Walt’s original idea, the Walt Disney World bus system does fulfill… Continue reading What It’s Really Like to Ride the Disney World Buses
Author: Kathleen Hesketh
Kathleen Hesketh is an experienced travel writer and planner who has spent over a decade uncovering and sharing the best of U.S. destinations. A dedicated member of the International Travel Writers Alliance, she holds a wealth of industry certifications, including Disney College of Knowledge, Royal Caribbean International’s Master's program, and Viking Cruise Line’s Rivers Certified Expert. As a longtime Disney enthusiast with more than 15 park visits under her belt, Kathleen brings unique insights to her clients at Mickey World Travel and through her travel blog, Seconds to Go, where she shares her adventures traveling the U.S. with her daughters. With a career spanning over a decade of professional writing, Kathleen specializes in creating content that not only informs but combines her love for travel to deliver meaningful advice and stories for fellow travelers.
Best Connecticut Hiking Trails: 7 Hikes that Will Knock Your Socks off
You don’t have to search long to come up with dozens of Connecticut hiking trails, but narrowing in on the best hikes in Connecticut often requires a little determination. Many are short, flat jaunts with little to pique your curiosity, while others dig deep into history or the ecological wonders of the state. These are… Continue reading Best Connecticut Hiking Trails: 7 Hikes that Will Knock Your Socks off
Disney in August, Is It a Good Time to Go?
As Disney travel bloggers (and now agents) we’re often asked when is the best time to take a Disney vacation. Frequently, travelers want to know about Disney in August and whether it is a good time to visit Disney World. As with any other month of the year, there are pros and cons about a… Continue reading Disney in August, Is It a Good Time to Go?
15 Essential Tips for Your First Time at Disney World: Harness the Magic Now
Last updated Dec. 15, 2024 After our first time at Disney World, I lamented to a friend who lived in Utah that a four-day trip hadn’t been nearly long enough. As a long-time veteran of Disneyland in California, she was puzzled by this. How could I possibly spend more than four days at Disney parks?… Continue reading 15 Essential Tips for Your First Time at Disney World: Harness the Magic Now
Expert Tips for Navigating the Disney World Monorail System: Top Questions Answered
The Disney World monorail system is a quintessential part of a Disney vacation and one aspect that sets the resort apart from other theme park experiences. As such, guests planning a trip to Disney World have a lot of questions about using the Disney World monorail. So, we’re answering the most common questions, based on… Continue reading Expert Tips for Navigating the Disney World Monorail System: Top Questions Answered
The Ultimate Checklist for Walt Disney World Vacation Planning Success
You’ve finally decided to take the most magical of family vacations and have started your Walt Disney World vacation planning. Suddenly, the enormity of the task becomes real as you begin encountering tips for everything from finding the best airfare, to purchasing park tickets and making dining reservations. There is even a new language to… Continue reading The Ultimate Checklist for Walt Disney World Vacation Planning Success
Beyond Fantasy: A Practical Guide to Disney World’s Deluxe Resorts
Disney World’s deluxe resorts grace the upper tier of the resort list, offering first-class amenities inside graceful theming. If you like the idea of swimming with a magically cascading teapot, watching animals on an African savannah from your room, or riding the Disney monorail, a deluxe resort might be the sprinkling of Disney magic you’re… Continue reading Beyond Fantasy: A Practical Guide to Disney World’s Deluxe Resorts
Packing for Disney World: Disney Vacation Planning Essentials
Packing for Disney World may be the last step in your vacation planning process, but it is by no means the least important. When it comes to creating your Disney World packing list, you’ll need to think about what you need in the parks as well as during your journey. Of course, there are the… Continue reading Packing for Disney World: Disney Vacation Planning Essentials
Disney World Vs Disneyland Rides, Finding the Biggest Thrills
When comparing Disney World vs Disneyland rides, the debate is endless. Which park offers more attractions or better thrills, the list goes on and on. Before entering the debate, however, we first need to define what is considered a ride. Disney World has 171 attractions, and Disneyland has 91. In Disney terms, attractions do not… Continue reading Disney World Vs Disneyland Rides, Finding the Biggest Thrills
Horsetail Falls Oregon to Ponytail Falls, Mother and Daughter on the Trail
A recent trip to the Columbia River Gorge had us—as it does many—chasing waterfalls, most notably Horsetail Falls Oregon and the nearby Ponytail Falls, also known as Upper Horsetail Falls. This duo of plunging cascades offers everything for travelers of all abilities, from the view-it-from-the-roadside sort to the more avid hiker. If you haven’t traveled… Continue reading Horsetail Falls Oregon to Ponytail Falls, Mother and Daughter on the Trail
