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Walt Disney World Parks: The Basics

Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Or just want to learn more about the parks and don't know where to start? Disney Darling breaks down the basics for you! Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World Disneyland and Disney World are two different parks, located on opposite sides of the country. As mentioned in this post , it is a common misconception that Disneyland and Disney World are the same thing.  Disneyland is the first Disney theme park ever, opening in 1955. It is located in Anaheim, California, near Los Angeles.  Disneyland has two different parks: Disneyland Park (with the castle), and Disney's California Adventure (or DCA). Disneyland also has three hotels and the Downtown Disney shopping district.  Walt Disney World is located in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. It opened in 1971, after Walt's passing. Walt Disney World has 4 different theme parks, 2 water parks, 28 hotels, and the Disney Springs shopping district.  There are quite a few more differences, but lo

5 Disney Movies To Watch During Finals

Finals is the most stressful part of both college and high school. It is important to not stress out too much, though. So, in an effort to retain some sanity during this time, why not relax with some Disney movies after studying? Mulan   If Mulan can save all of China, you can pass your algebra test. The Emperor's New Groove With all the stress finals cause, you'll need a good laugh. The Emperor's New Groove is the perfect Disney movie for when you just need to laugh. The Sword in The Stone "It's up to you how far you go. If you don't try, you'll never know". Who wouldn't want to take lessons with Merlin and Archimedes as their teachers? Peter Pan Because nothing makes you want to fly away to Neverland more than finals week.   Monsters University Because this movie teaches us that failing out of college isn't the end of the world.

Are the Disney Princesses Good Role Models? Part 4: Ariel

     The Little Mermaid has captured hearts of millions from the moment she made a big splash on the silver screen in the legendary year of 1989. She started the Disney Renaissance, amazed critics, and brought home Academy Awards, Golden Globes and a Grammy. She is all over the Disney parks, with her castle in the Magic Kingdom, a fountain in Shanghai, a themed land in Tokyo, and two rides in the USA. Children adore her, boys admire her, millennial women have a strong nostalgia for her. She is funny, outgoing and, according to some, a "feminist's worst nightmare".       Ariel is one of the most adored of all the Disney Princesses, and is also the most heavily criticized. There are so many arguments to be made both for her and against her that I have had spent months trying to conceive this article. So, let's dive right into it. Is Ariel a good role model?      One criticism is that she disobeyed her father, and was rewarded for it in the end. This could be conc

Quick Tips for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

  If seeing the shows are your top priority, camp out in front of the Cinderella Castle. The Castle lighting ceremony, Mikey's Most Merriest Celebration will be on the castle stage. The parade route circles the hub. And of course the castle will be the focal point of the firework show. Grab a spot early on, and have a member of your group go grab snacks for everyone from Starbucks or the Confectionery.  Wait to take pictures until late at night, after the firework show. There will be less of line. And less people in the background of your shots.  Some pictures you may want to take at the party are along Main Street, in front of the Christmas tree, in front of the castle, on the sleigh in front of Ye Old Christmas Shop, and in front of the train station, The second parade at 11:00 is usually a lot less crowded than the first parade.  If character meet and greets are your top priority, make sure to get in line 10-15 minutes before the character's scheduled be

Top 5 Sweet Treats at WDW

5. Mickey Ice Cream Bar  4. Strawberry Waffles at Sleepy Hallow  3. Mickey Rice Krispie Treats 2. Dole Whip 1. Cinnamon Roll at Gaston's Tavern