Disney World A Perfect Ending
At the close of Brandcation, the rest of us who didn’t head home on Sunday, were treated to a day at Disney World. We headed out in the morning to the most magical place for kids of all ages. We spent our day at the Magic Kingdom. I didn’t get to experience Disney World as a kid, and my first trip there was when I was 23.
There is something about walking through the gates to the “place where dreams come true,” and becoming a kid again. It is my opinion that you are never too old to visit Disney World and have a wonderful time. We headed there in small groups then broke off for the day. I had the pleasure of sharing my day with Tanya and we experienced our first venture doing pin trading, did some Christmas shopping, and enjoyed some of the rides minus our kids (I still felt a little guilty). It was so much fun to go through the park as adults and have fun like we were kids.
I had a blast pin trading and probably spent more money than I would care to admit on various pins that I thought were cute. A great way to get pins for trading is to buy them in bulk on ebay then you can trade for some really cute ones that you find the cast members wearing on their lanyards. I never met a single grumpy face or person, and all were willing to trade at any given moment. Pins that you can purchase range in price from $6-$13. While we were there I also ran into these little collectible figurine packs by Hasbro. You can collect numbered packs and get them in a collection like mini Star Wars figures, classic Disney characters, but we found it difficult to find the various packs and they are only sold in Disney Resorts. I brought a few home for my boys and they adore them!
We took on the Buzz Lightyear Ride where you are firing lasers at all the Zurg targets and you can move your car in circles, which I had more fun doing, just so we could get a giggle out of it. I beat Tanya by hitting the most targets. You get a score at the end, so you can compete with your family and friends.
I was brave and stepped foot on Space Mountain, my expression says it all. I screamed through the entire thing. This is not a ride for young children! It is a roller coaster that is in the dark. I used to love roller coasters as a kid, but this was a little much for my adult style, but if you a thrill seeker, this would be a fun one. I am happy to say I rode it, and that will keep me good for another 20 years LOL.
I’m thinking I’m gonna die here! lol
One of my personal favorites what Mickey’s Philharmagic. It a 3D show featuring some of the classic Disney characters in Donald’s quest to return Mickey’s hat back to him. There are effects like sprinkling of water drops, and yummy scents in the air. I could go watch this over and over!
No trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom would be complete without taking a charming boat ride on It’s A Small World. You travel through countries while listening to “It’s A Small World” This is a really great ride for young children and a way for you just to relax.
A trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom also wouldn’t be complete without a few yummy treats. My personal favorite, are chocolate dipped rice krispie treats in the shape of Mickey Ears, and the twirly pops for the kids. When Tanya and I headed to downtown Disney we say a lot more that would add inches to my waistline, so we just sat outside the windows to these places and drooled LOL.
Every trip to Disney World, so far, has had that sprinkling of magic pixie dust for me. At the end of the day you are tired and you walk through those gates to say goodbye and step foot back into reality. You leave with a sense that you just experienced something out of a dream. The staff is always so nice, that I want to pinch myself to make sure it is all real. Our first trip there with the boys, was amazing and even a year later, they still talk about Disney World and are saving money in their piggy banks to go back. Whether you are there just to explore as adults at your leisure, or there to experience it as a family, it is truly delightful.
I always recommend that you take time outs with children so they are in over stimulation mode. Go back to your hotel for naps and small breaks, and it will make it more enjoyable for the whole family. This past trip to Disney World for Brandcation we only spent a few hours in the park but had just as much fun as if we were there for the whole day. For me a relaxed pace is far better than having a schedule in these places, especially with young children. Anytime at Disney is memorable, and magical, no matter how much or how little you do there!
*Tickets provided by Disney for Brandcation event*
