After the awful rollout of the DAS changes at Walt Disney World in Orlando last month, there’s been a continuous evolution of the system. There’s still not much continuity in how the new “accommodation” systems are applied, and disabled guests are still being negatively affected by these changes. I apologize for it taking so longContinue reading ““New DAS” Arrives to California Parks”
Category Archives: Pre-Trip Planning
The Lost Phone Saga
In my post about the first day we spent at EPCOT, I said I’d explain how the Life360 app would come in handy a couple days after I downloaded it. That decision came about when my oldest lost her phone in Project Tomorrow and Find My iPhone was entirely unhelpful at actually finding her iPhone.Continue reading “The Lost Phone Saga”
MAJOR Allergy Waffle Update
One of the most iconic Disney World foods is the Mickey Waffle. On my most recent trip, I enjoyed some delicious waffles at ‘Ohana and Hollywood and Vine made with the Bloomfield Farms allergy waffle mix. I was quite excited to come across Bloomfield Farms on-site as it’s a company that I purchase several allergy-friendlyContinue reading “MAJOR Allergy Waffle Update”
SUNDAY: My Packing System for Vacation
I have finally finished putting together our family’s packing list for our trip. A few days ago I said I would share a bit about the system that I use, so here it is. Travelling with five people with various interests, needs, and abilities… not to mention ages everywhere from toddler to tween, means you’veContinue reading “SUNDAY: My Packing System for Vacation”
Managing Elopers and Wanderers in the Parks
Remember the story about one of my kids having a sensory meltdown at Hollywood Studios? That same child is also a wanderer. We have another story of them wandering away from us into the queue for Dumbo The Flying Elephant as my wife was parking a stroller. She thought I had the kids, I thoughtContinue reading “Managing Elopers and Wanderers in the Parks”
It Won’t Be Long Now
Yesterday, we pulled our suitcases out of storage and finalized our park pass reservations. There’s not much left to do at this point… check on the kids’ swimsuit situation, put outfits together, handle a grocery run for the allergy-safe foods that I don’t know if I can find in Florida, order any supplies we needContinue reading “It Won’t Be Long Now”
How we Plan to Accommodate Sensory Sensitivities on our Upcoming Vacation
or…. One of my kids is a sensory kid. There are some things they are considered sensory-seeking for (proprioception and vestibular are the big ones, roller coasters are a favorite) but for sound, this kid is super avoidant. If they get overstimulated it can, and has in the past, led to meltdowns of epic proportions.Continue reading “How we Plan to Accommodate Sensory Sensitivities on our Upcoming Vacation”
Pre-Disney Jitters
It’s been a long time since I walked through the gates at a Disney Park. In the grand scheme of things, it was only summer 2017, and that’s nothing compared to many people, but this trip was originally planned for early 2020. But life happened, I had my youngest during the early days of aContinue reading “Pre-Disney Jitters”
Dining Changes at Walt Disney World Since 2020, and Our Upcoming Trip
My family is currently gearing up for a much-needed return to the parks. The kids are beyond excited. We’ve got a couple long-overdue celebrations, a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique reservation that’s been a long time coming, and a first haircut appointment at Harmony Barbershop for the littlest kiddo. If you haven’t been to Walt Disney WorldContinue reading “Dining Changes at Walt Disney World Since 2020, and Our Upcoming Trip”
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