The travel blog
Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
Walt Disney World Swan Review: Bonvoy Points at Disney
My Walt Disney World Swan review: booking with Marriott points, the renovated rooms, walking to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, and the Disney perks you get.
Disneyland Hotel Review (Anaheim)
My review of the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim: Frontier and Fantasy Tower rooms, a 3-bedroom suite tour, pools, Goofy's Kitchen, Trader Sam's, and perks.
Disney's Riviera Resort Review: Skyliner, Topolino's & DVC
My Disney's Riviera Resort review: a upscale Disney Deluxe Villa resort with Skyliner access to Epcot, rooftop dining at Topolino's, and DVC villas.
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Review
An official Disney Springs Resort Area hotel walkable to Disney Springs, with big rooms and a resort pool. Here is why it is strong value near Walt Disney
Orlando World Center Marriott & Imperial Palms Villas Review
A family-friendly Disney-area base: Imperial Palms villas next to the Orlando World Center Marriott, its waterpark, dining, and how to book with points.
Holiday Inn Orlando Disney Springs Area Review
My honest take on the Holiday Inn Orlando Disney Springs Area, an official Good Neighbor Hotel steps from Disney Springs and a budget win for families.
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Review
My honest look at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort: refurbished rooms, themed sections, the food court, pools, and whether this value resort is worth it.
What's Included on a Disney Cruise (and What Costs Extra)
A travel advisor breaks down what a Disney cruise fare covers, what costs extra, and how to budget so you never get surprised.
Disney Ships by Size: The Fleet Explained
A travel advisor ranks Disney Cruise Line ships from Wish to Wonder, biggest to smallest, so you pick the right ship for your family.
Disney Castaway Club Explained: Cruise Loyalty Tiers
A travel advisor explains Disney's Castaway Club tiers, the perks at each level, how to climb, and whether the loyalty program is worth chasing.
Does Disney Cruise Line Have a Drink Package?
Disney has no unlimited alcohol package. Here is what drinks are free on DCL, what costs extra, the wine and beer deals, and how to budget.
Disney Dream Review: What You Need To Know Before You Sail
My Disney Dream review: rotational dining, Remy and Palo, the AquaDuck, the District, best staterooms and deck plan, plus Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay cabanas.
Disney Magic Review: Our 3-Night Sailing from Fort Lauderdale
An honest Disney Magic review from my 3-night sailing to Lookout Cay and Nassau: our stateroom, the food, the shows, Palo, and how the oldest Disney ship holds up.
What To Know Before Sailing on the Disney Wish
Disney Wish review and full ship tour: the AquaMouse, Worlds of Marvel dining, Hyperspace Lounge, stateroom tips, and how to save on the fare.
Castaway Cay Guide: Everything To Do on Disney’s Private Islands
A complete Castaway Cay guide: what's included on Disney's private island, cabana prices and booking tips, the free 5K and medal, Serenity Bay, weather.
Disney’s Aulani Review, O’ahu
Experience the magic of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa on Oʻahu’s stunning west coast. This in-depth review covers everything from pools and dining to money-saving tips like renting DVC points. Discover why Aulani is the perfect blend of Hawaiian culture and Disney charm—plus how to book your stay for less.
