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Don’t Take These Tips for Granted

Posted on by Mike Scopa
I’m sure many of you reading this have felt at least one point in your life that your car can pretty much drive itself to and from work every day. You jump in, turn the key, put it into drive, and then think of your day and let your subconscious take care of everything else. … Continue reading "Don’t Take These Tips for Granted"
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High Cost Workarounds for Walt Disney World

Posted on by Mike Scopa
This economy has been tough on all of us so the last thing we need is to see prices go up especially when it comes to the cost of a Walt Disney World vacation. Thus it makes sense from time to time to revisit the topic of how to get around the high cost of … Continue reading "High Cost Workarounds for Walt Disney World"
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Disneyland First Time Visitor – Your Tips

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Last month I asked for your tips to help AllEars® reader Nancy plan her first trip to Disneyland this fall. Thanks to everyone who responded. In the interests of length, I have edited and combined similar responses. Before we start, though, I wanted to mention that AllEars® blogger Jack Spence wrote a couple of blogs … Continue reading "Disneyland First Time Visitor – Your Tips"
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The $1,696 Mailbag – Part 1

Posted on by Mike Scopa
I’ve received many responses from that $1,696 commercial blog I had written a few weeks back. Thanks to everyone who took the time to write and I apologize if I have not gotten back to all of you. I thought I would put together a mailbag blog filled with some of the notes I’ve received. … Continue reading "The $1,696 Mailbag – Part 1"
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What Walt Disney World Means by “Magic Your Way”

Posted on by Mike Scopa
What Disney Means by “Magic Your Way” Have you seen the recent television commercial aimed at families thinking about going to Walt Disney World? You know, the mom is at her computer and calls to her husband with, “Honey? Look at this!” Dad comes over and looks at the screen and asks, “For all of … Continue reading "What Walt Disney World Means by “Magic Your Way”"
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Getting a Disneyland Annual Pass

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
When my friend Kristin(e) and I went to Disneyland last month, Kristin got her first Disneyland Annual Pass, so I thought I would share that experience with you. (Those of you who have WDW APs will find it’s quite a different process!) Here’s she’s smiling with anticipation as we take the tram from the parking … Continue reading "Getting a Disneyland Annual Pass"
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Not for the Faint of Heart

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Please”¦please don’t even think about denying that you have never thought about what I’m about to propose. I won’t believe you. You know you’ve thought of it. You know you’ve dreamed about it. You know you would love to try it”¦.it’s out there just screaming at you”¦can you hear the words? “Try me”¦c’mon”¦try me.” What … Continue reading "Not for the Faint of Heart"
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No Kidding Around Part 2

Posted on by AllEars
This is a continuation of the discussion regarding the issue of taking children out of school for a Walt Disney World vacation. I’ve asked fellow AllEars Staffer Michelle Scribner-MacLean to join me in discussion. Let’s move on to another angle in the discussion. The Question of Educational Priorities I (it’s Mike again) am the first … Continue reading "No Kidding Around Part 2"
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No Kidding Around: Part I

Posted on by Mike Scopa
When folks plan their WDW vacation and drop me an email I am often asked for advice on one or more aspects of their upcoming tripp. While I usually enjoy offering suggestions, I must admit that sometimes when someone asks for certain advice on an upcoming Walt Disney World trip I get a bit nervous.. … Continue reading "No Kidding Around: Part I"
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