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Last year, my son and I escaped to Mallorca for a few quiet days together at the Hoposa Pollentia. It was small, very chill and right on the beachfront -more boutiquey, really. We relaxed the minute we arrived. It set the bar pretty high. This year, we decided to go back to Mallorca, same area, […]

The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin are on-site hotels near EPCOT and Hollywood Studios that are Deluxe-caliber. This resort review features room photos, thoughts on amenities at both hotels, value for money, and how these resorts compare to Disney-owned accommodations. Reviewing the Swan and/or Dolphin (lovingly known as the Swolphin among diehard Walt Disney

Jollywood Nights is a Christmas party at Hollywood Studios. Our guide to the event covers likely 2025 dates & details for Walt Disney World’s newest hard ticket event, entertainment & attractions info, character meet & greets, a comparison to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, and more. Let’s start with the basic details

This guide covers what to pack for Walt Disney World, with a checkable packing list of essentials, smart stuff to bring in your backpack for park days, and 50+ unique products and clever gadgets that’ll improve your trip, helping keep you powered, stay cool & comfortable in Florida’s weather. The first part of this Disney

The biggest question planners ask before booking a trip is “how much does it cost to do Walt Disney World?” This answers that with 2026 pricing for park tickets, hotels, dining, transportation & more. It also covers current discounts (as well as future ones) and the total price you can expect to pay for the

Animal Kingdom is the theme park at Walt Disney World that’s most overlooked at Christmas. This guide to the holiday season at DAK covers decorations, overlays and entertainment in November and December 2025. Here’s our reviews of each special offering, photos, info & tips for making the most of your visit to Animal Kingdom this

Walt Disney World has announced its flagship fancy dinner party to ring in 2026 with a view of Magic Kingdom’s New Year’s Eve fireworks at California Grill and, you’re never going to believe this: it’s cheaper than last year. And it isn’t just less expensive by 99 cents or something. It’s about one-third of the

In this guide, you will find out everything about what to do at Christmas time in New York to experience a holly jolly vacation during the holidays. After being in New York during Christmas several times I’ll share my absolute favorite things to do in New York at Christmas time as well as the best

The Christmas tree in New York at Rockefeller Center is arguably the most famous Christmas tree in the city, and its lighting is celebrated at the free Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in New York. After the ceremonial opening, the Christmas season in New York officially begins! Every year, the Christmas tree arrives at Rockefeller Center

 New York already starts gearing up for the holiday season in the fall. Christmas markets return to the city as early as October, setting the mood for the most magical time of the year. Here’s where to find the best Christmas markets in NYC. Holiday and Christmas Markets in NYC Is there a better way