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If you think that central Florida consists only of Walt Disney World, you’re wrong. What’s more, you’re passing up some great fun and amazing sights. And though it may sound blasphemous to suggest a whole vacation in central Florida without setting foot on Disney property, it’s not only possible but also in many ways a fresh and appealing idea. For

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando opened in late 2014 and debuts in the #2 spot of our Orlando spa ratings. Like the Grand Floridian’s Senses spa, the Four Seasons’ spa has all the bells and whistles (or, if you prefer, all the candles and soft lighting) you could hope for. Our reviewers tend to prefer the Grand Floridian’s

Mini-Mickey the CliffsNotes-style version of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World The optimum stay at Walt Disney World is seven days, but many visitors don’t have nearly that long to devote to all that this massive destination affords. Some folks are in town on business, with only a day or two available for Disney’s enticements. Others are en route

The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids 2016 is coming to a bookstore near you next month. We are celebrating the new arrival with a giveaway!  But first more about the new edition The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids The book is jam-packed with useful tips, great advice, excellent discussion, and practical travel knowledge gleaned from years of Walt

The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2016 – the key to a hassle-free vacation Enter our GIVEAWAY for your chance to win a copy of the 2016 edition. Be the first to read all about the new Paint the Night parade and the Disneyland Forever fireworks. Filled with revolutionary, field-tested touring plans that can save four hours of waiting in line in a single day,