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  1. W

    First trip with kids - April 15-19, 2023

    Hi everyone! First off, I want to thank the folks on this board for all the wonderful information, tips, trip reports, and answered questions as I was planning this trip for the last few months. It has truly been invaluable. I'm a Northern CA resident who has been to Disneyland maybe 6-8...
  2. J

    Souvenirs for Kids

    For those with young kids (mine are currently 8, 5, and 3), how do you approach souvenirs? We went to WDW in April 2022 and we gave the boys about $200 each to spend over the four park days. The two main reasons for that were we thought it was going to be a trip we wouldn't make again for many...
  3. riversend22

    Should you buy Genie+ if you are a local with an AP?

    Hey all! So I did a search but didn't really find the answer I was looking for. My family recently moved to Florida about 45 minutes from the parks. We of course purchased annual passes for the whole family and have already made it worthwhile lol. Monday will be the first time we are taking my...
  4. C

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  5. F

    Favorite experiences for kids (besides rides)?

    Hello hello! We are going to Disney for 10 days in February 2023. Mom, dad, grandparents, and 3 kids (5,3,1 years old). We are going to the parks 7 days, planning on a few rest days, renting stroller, etc. I think we have the basics covered 🤞 But, non of the adults in the group have been to...
  6. A

    Is Disney Springs safe from shootings?

    Hi ! Going to WDW in september with my kids. I feel safe in the parks but we are never screened in Disney Springs. How can we be sure we are safe from gun violence in Disney Springs?
  7. G

    Kids & Magic Bands 2022

    Hi all - do ticketed kiddos (so ages 3+) need to wear their magic bands to check in to the parks and any genie+ or LL? Do the parks still do fingerprints? Any tips/tricks to managing this? Thanks in advance!
  8. J

    Magicband slap bracelets for young kids

    Just curious how well the MagicBand slap bracelets would fit a 5 yo and 7 yo with small wrists?
  9. DisneyFave

    Where to stay on travel day before checking into Poly next morning?

    We have a 4-night DVC reservation at Poly that we can't extend and starts on Monday Feb 28, but we need to fly to Orlando on the 27th. Need either: 1) a convenient place to crash for the night before we take Mears from MCO to the Poly in the morning. We have a toddler and a preschooler so I am...
  10. H

    Aug 13 2021 - 3Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral (Nassau, Castaway Cay) Cruise MEET GROUP

    My families first cruise! 4yo and 6yo, with MIL coming along as well. We're excited (but nervous to get TOO excited). We will be one of the FIRST Disney Dream cruises after COVID restrictions were loosened. Fingers crossed (and a little fairy magic) that we all have SMOOTH SAILING!
  11. W

    Awkward question, cruising with LO's that wet the bed?

    Hey there all! So bit of a newbie question--we're 2nd time cruisers, and this will be our first ever cruise with bringing our two boys along (will be 4 and almost 7, at our sail date). Was somewhat hoping that this wouldn't be a concern by our departure...but, for anyone that has BTDT, how do...
  12. Heather07438

    Pfizer vaccine authorized for 12-15yo in US

    The US has authorised the Pfizer vaccine for 12- to 15-year-olds amid a push to get the shot into more Americans' arms. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-57066286 Great news!
  13. riversend22

    Best 1 bedroom resort with kids - no parks?

    Hey everyone. Looking for some expertise. My family of 4 (DH, DS 4, and DS 2) are heading down to Florida in the latter half of April to visit some family. After our visit, we are planning on booking a hotel somewhere for a few nights to have some more fun just us. Because my kids aren't used...
  14. S

    Welcome Home Split Stay - 4 Resorts!

    We have our very first stay as DVC members coming up in just 8 days! Our kids still don't know we're going or that we are DVC members (they listen to the podcast with me and will be out of their minds when they find out). We're doing a 4 resort split stay: 2 nights @ Poly (studio, actually have...
  15. H

    Kids Activities for Escape Artists

    Hello. My sister and I are looking into a cruise with our families either on the Disney Dream or the Disney Magic. My sister is concerned about her youngest child who is an amateur escape artist. He escapes from home and school frequently. He even managed to escape out the backdoor of the Ikea...
  16. Meglen

    **November 2019***

    Didn't see a Nov 2019 thread so decided to add one. We just booked today we rented points for the first time and got the contract all done.!!! Nov 7-13 !!! Bay lake theme park view!! Squeeeee
  17. B

    Help Planning 3 Days with Kids

    Hi Everyone! We are working on planning our upcoming trip in November! We will be there 11/17-11/19 (Sun-Tues). There will be 4 adults who plan to spend all three full days in the park(s) and a family with 2 adults and 2 kids (one will have just turned 3, the other is almost 6). The family...
  18. T

    Make your kids walk!

    Strollers are everywhere these days, and anymore they are the size of a Conestoga wagon filled to the brim with diabetes inducing treats to keep little Jimmy and Sally going throughout the day. Instead of being pushed in a stroller make them walk! When I was 5 I was walking around Disney World...
  19. T

    TRIP PLANNING - HELP! - MARCH 2020

    Hi there :) I've been a long time lurker of DIS for fun, but this is my very first post! I'm planning a trip on my own for the first time (yay), and I'm realizing how overwhelming this all is... help!! Looking for any advice or tips you expert trip planners can offer... as everything is...
  20. AliceInJerseyLand

    Tips for adding a little Christmas magic??

    Does anyone have any tips for making a holiday trip (or any-time-of-year-trip, really) extra special for young kids? Im thinking maybe a way of decorating the resort room easily (without having to lug a bunch of stuff through the airport) or even something like a cute "welcome letter" from...
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