Walt Disney World Archives

Disney Eats: The Wave

January 2, 2018

I’ll never pass up a chance to visit Disney’s Contemporary Resort. It always brings back memories of childhood meals at Chef Mickey’s, visiting the little mall on the main floor looking for the perfect souvenir, and being in such amazement at the idea of a monorail going straight through a resort! Now that I’m older, some things have changed. I only attend Chef Mickey’s every few trips (because I’ve moved on to all things pot roast), I window shop at that little mall on the main floor (Can ...

Disney Lifestyle

2017: A Year In Review

December 29, 2017

As the year is winding down, I’m taking a little trip down memory lane. 2017 was my first year of blogging consistently on Kait Around The Kingdom since reviving my blog back in September 2016. I reached over 100 posts on my blog, created a more consistent schedule, and officially found my niche as a Disney Lifestyle Blog! It’s been a year of learning and growth, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Each little victory kept me motivated to keep working toward what’s next! This was such a ...

Disney Parks

My Fastpass+ Picks: Disney’s Hollywood Studios

December 26, 2017

In a park that is ever changing like Disney’s Hollywood Studios, having a strategy is a must! The Fastpass+ system is no exception. We’ve already covered my top picks for Fastpass+ reservations in Magic Kingdom and Epcot, so now it’s time to cover the park that’s currently under a huge remodel! Much like Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios also follows a Tier system for their Fastpass+ reservations. You can choose from attractions in two tiers when making your three initial Fastpass+ ...

Disney Tips

The Ultimate Walt Disney World Holiday Bucket List

December 19, 2017

It’s truly magical how the Disney parks get transformed into the Merriest Place on Earth each Christmas season. Once Halloween has come and gone, the holiday transformation begins! As the parks close for the night, teams of Disney holiday cast members are rushed in and the real work begins as they race the clock until park opening the next morning. From detailed topiaries to 70 foot trees to the task of planting over 119,000 poinsettias overnight, Walt Disney World really thinks of ...