I frequently think of the iconic Alanis Morrissette song, Ironic when I’m in the Disney parks. While it’s questionably ironic, the line, “A free ride when you’ve already paid…” exemplifies the Disney experience. Sure, you can conquer all the mountains in Magic Kingdom without shelling out a penny, but you already paid for your ticket…
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Episode Walt Disney World Opening
Disney sure had a hype train about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge coming down the tracks for several years prior to the official land openings in Disneyland earlier this year and recently, in Walt Disney World. We, like many others, were uncertain what to expect of the new land and unsure how well Disney would deliver…
Strategies for the New Fastpass+ Tiers and Extra, Extra Magic Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Things are changing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! On top of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening this Thursday, August 29th, there will be Extra, Extra Magic Hours for two straight months this fall and brand new, semi-permanent Fastpass+ tiers for the whole park. These changes will impact all guests—not just Star Wars fans! We’re here to…
9 Reasons Why Going to Disney Without Children is Awesome
By: Heather If you’re an adult who loves Disney and is childless either by choice or current circumstance, you’re probably feeling more than a little needlessly attacked right now. Trust me when I say, we feel you. Still, certain immature tirades that say far more about the individuals making waves than those they’re inappropriately attacking…
Which Disney Water Park is Better?
As much as we may wish it different, the vast majority of us have a limited amount of time and money to spend on vacation. Trying to align our Walt Disney World priorities with these constraints can be incredibly challenging. We get that! While the Disney water parks are some of my favorite vacation destinations…
Water Park Extras at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
If summer in Florida is making you feel like you need a little extra water park fun in your life, we’re here to help by letting you know about unique options at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon to turn up the fun and turn down the heat. Please see below for additional details and check out our…
How to Become a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Have you always wanted to become a Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Walt Disney World? Are you like us, and you’ve heard the usual tips and tricks to do it but still fall short of 999,999 points? Then, you need to check out our video because we have tips and ride…
Guide to Shopping, Dining and the Datapad in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
By: Brian Hello and welcome back to Seeking the Magical! Today, we’re discussing what you need to know about the shops and dining options within Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge as well as briefly covering information on the new Star Wars: Datapad feature available in the Play Disney app. We’ve done the research and compiled this…
What You Need to Know Guide for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all there is to know about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? We know the feeling. That is why we buckled down, did the research and put together a “What You Need to Know” guide for Galaxy’s Edge. We’ll get you in the know on the land’s basic backstory, how it relates…
The Many Emotions of Disney
Most people we encounter fall into one of two categories. Either you’re at least somewhat obsessed with Disney or you just don’t understand the fixation—at all. Take it from two people that are launching a Disney blog (hello and welcome by the way), it can be hard to get these two categories to speak the…