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5 Reasons We Love Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

byKaren•February 13, 2016

We’ve had the opportunity to check out several Walt Disney World Resorts from value to deluxe. Today I’m sharing 5 reasons we love Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and a few why we don’t. 5 Reasons We Love Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 1. The Pool Stormalong Bay was my boys’ favorite part of Disney’s Yacht Club. read more »

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5 Things We Always Bring on a Disney Trip

byKaren•June 2, 2015

Are you planning a Disney parks vacation? Check out the 5 things we always pack in our suitcase to save money and time at Disneyland or Walt Disney World #packinglist #FamilyTravel #Disney

Are you planning a Disney trip? Yay! Planning a trip to Disneyland is almost as much fun as being in the parks! The only downside to a Disney trip is the cost, Disney World and Disneyland can be quite expensive. To keep the cost down, there are a few things we always bring on a read more »

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Unique Ways to Watch Fireworks at Walt Disney World

byKaren•May 22, 2015

It’s a little crazy but I was at Disney World twice in under a month. I’ve had a very busy spring. As part of both trips, one for my Traveling Mom retreat and the other for DisneySMMC, I had the opportunity to experience fireworks at Walt Disney World in special ways.  I thought I’d share read more »

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7 Reasons You Should Attend Mickey’s Halloween Party

byKaren•August 19, 2014

Last year’s Halloween adventure at Disneyland, including Mickey’s Halloween party, was one of my favorite adventures of 2013! We almost always go to Disneyland during the fall because both Peter and Quinn’s birthdays are in late September.  Two years ago we attended our first Mickey’s Halloween Party and it was awesome. Here’s why I’d love to read more »

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Why you need a stroller at Walt Disney World

byKaren•July 10, 2014

I know traveling minimalist can be appealing but it doesn’t work well at Walt Disney World with little kids. Trust me. If the thought of using a stroller on your Disney trip crossed your mind even once, you NEED one. Walt Disney World is HUGE, with 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, and additional areas read more »

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Build-A-Dino in Downtown Disney

byKaren•June 25, 2014

Our visit to Walt Disney World last month was chock full of first time adventures for us. It was my boys’ first visit to Walt Disney World and Florida. After running out of time to do Build-A-Bear during the Disney Social Media Mom Celebration in April, I promised the boys we would do it in read more »

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DIY Autograph Book

byKaren•April 8, 2014

We needed new autograph books for our upcoming Disney trips, my spoiled rotten children 😉 get to visit both Disneyland and Disney World within the month. First up is the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration starting Thursday at Disneyland ,then and at the end of month we head to Walt Disney World! Our last set of read more »

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Elf On The Shelf Disneyland Ideas

byKaren•December 6, 2013

This is our first year with a visiting elf.  The boys did a great job naming our elf, they chose Honey Pickle.  Our elf on the shelf has been hard at work each night, surprising the boys with his antics. 😉 I decided it would be fun to do an elf on the shelf Disney theme. read more »

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Disneyland Inspired Costumes

byKaren•October 23, 2013

Are you headed to Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland and need a little costume inspiration? How about a costume inspired by the attractions at the Disneyland Resort? These Disneyland inspired costumes would also work great for bringing the Disney magic to your own home! Tomorrowland Costumes   Star Tours   Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters Captain read more »

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Our Experience at Mickey’s Halloween Party

byKaren•October 22, 2012

Mickeys Halloween Party Decorations Disneyland

Mickey’s Halloween Party was definitely the highlight of our recent trip to Disneyland.  It was our first time attending the special after hours party and Disney did not disappoint! Halloween Decorations We always enjoy the festive décor during Halloween Time at Disneyland but Disney kicks it up a notch for Mickey’s Halloween Party! The live read more »

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Hi! I’m Karen.

I'm a mom to two boys, Arizona native, and travel lover. Desert Chica is my place to share a peek into our life and the easy and inexpensive costumes, crafts and desserts I like to make. “If I can do it, anyone can!” Learn more about me here.

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