"!Por favor manténgase alejado de las puertas" – Disney's Monorail

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Any fan of Walt Disney World has riden the monorail, and knows the Spanish phrase “¡Por favor manténgase alejado de las puertas!”. The words (which mean “Please stand clear of the doors!”) are heard at every monorail stop/start.  And since my family loves staying at the monorail hotels of Grand Floridian, Polynesian, and Contemporary; we have heard that phrase a lot […]

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Livin' Royally at the Fairmont Royal York (esp. w Fairmont President's Club)

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I recently had to go to Toronto for a quick business trip, and my family and I took the opportunity to stay at the Fairmont Royal York for a couple of nights. The Fairmont Royal York is perfectly located for visiting Toronto, and is within easy walking distance of the Toronto harbour front (including the

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On Vacay? Here are some Tips to Avoid/ Minimize Issues

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A recent exchange with journalist Kathy Buckworth got me thinking about the things I tell my new clients. There are definitely benefits to booking your travel with a travel advisor. But my advising continues long after the client’s booking is done. There are still things that I make sure my clients do to ensure they are ready for vacation.

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Guest Blogger, Bill Halloran, writes about Disney's "Carousel of Progress"

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Today, my guest blogger is my hubby, Bill Halloran.  He’s blogging at www.billhalloran.wordpress.com Check out his post about Disney’s “Carousel of Progress.” It’s a spot my family always heads to at Magic Kingdom when we need a break from the sun, and a rest. Terrific attraction. Thanks, Bill! ========== My first visit to Walt Disney

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Cruise Group Promo Space onboard "Disney Magic" – March Break 2012

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Thinking about March break in 2012?  How about a Disney cruise? I’m holding group promo space on the 7 night Eastern Caribbean cruise onboard the Disney Magic that sails on March 10, 2012. I have a few inside and ocean view for double and triple occupancy, some quad balconies, and a quint balcony.  I only

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Guest Blogger, Janet Kocur: Disney bound? Try Owner’s Locker-It’s a good thing!

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It’s guest blog Monday, again. Fellow Disney-phile, Janet Kocur has graciously agreed to share her experiences about using the Owner’s Locker at Walt Disney World in Orlando. Janet loves the Mouse! She is a DVC member, and a regular user of Owner’s Locker – which is getting lots of referrals from Canadians who visit Mickey often, but don’t

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Concierge at Disney's Grand Floridian – Pampering to Die For!

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I often will recommend to my clients that they stay at a Disney monorail hotel.  The benefits of the location, and the convenience of access to Magic Kingdom,  just can’t be beat. Last month, we visited WDW for the 19th time, and we again stayed at a WDW monorail hotel. We stayed at the Grand

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Returning to My Happy Place – Disney's Grand Floridian

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My family was lucky enough to return to the Grand Floridian for our 5th visit recently (and our #19 visit to Disney in total). I returned to my happy place! Let’s be clear…. I LOVE the Grand Floridian.  I love the Victorian elegance. I love the white buildings, and pastel shading. I love the service,

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