Welcome back to Best of the USA Blog Hop where I invite you to join me on the first Monday of each month to share all of the fun, family friendly, educational, beautiful, and just plain super cool destinations around the United States that you’ve visited!
My Choice for May’s Best of the USA Blog Hop is the Happiest Place on Earth a.k.a. Walt Disney World
I didn’t go to Disney as a child. I’m not sure that I even cared to.
And the first time I planned a trip to Florida, I had St. Augustine, the Gold Coast and the Everglades in mind. I was less than pleased when my husband hijacked my plans and decided we’d spend a week at Walt Disney World. I may have had my initial doubts, but those subsided the moment we strolled inside the park and I saw the world of Disney through the eyes of my children. They were in awe and I was quickly enchanted.
That one trip to Disney was beyond anything I had imagined and memories from that experience have lured my family back to the parks on more than one repeat visit, even though one terrible camping trip almost changed our mind.
One can’t help but get wrapped up in the magic of Disney- from the rides, the shows, the fireworks displays, the parades, to the character experiences- Disney pulls out all the stops and wows you with their efforts.
Six reasons I love Disney.
1. The attention to detail that is found throughout the Walt Disney World Parks is incredible.
2. Disney appeals to all ages. From toddlers to grandparents’ and everyone in between, even the most cynical adult can’t help but perk up inside the parks.
3. The characters. Who doesn’t want to hug Mickey Mouse, have lunch with a Princess or meet that ornery Stitch?
4. There’s always something new. While Disney is continuously creating new experiences for their guests, they don’t forget about the timeless classics.
5. The cast members (employees) go above and beyond like nowhere I’ve ever visited before.
6. Disney is fun for families. What more can I say?
Other Posts I’ve Written About Disney:
Visiting Downtown Disney with our Teens
Don’t Lose Your Teens at Epcot: Have a Plan
What to do with Teenagers in the Magic Kingdom
A Peek Inside the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground
LEGO® Imagination Center at Downtown Disney Marketplace
Ridemakerz®
An Out of this World Dining Experience- Planet Hollywood
Star Tours Meet-up at Walt Disney World Through the Eyes of My Son
A Few Favorite Photos from Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival
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Cheryl @ Kids On A Plane says
I’m late this week but wanted to say I LOVE Disney (I’m sure you already know that). There are so many reasons why and you nailed many of them in this post. #5 being a big one. My family always feel so welcome when we visit which is a reason we often end up staying on site and the kids love being referred to as Princess or Prince. They get stickers, high fives, cupcakes for no reason after a meal….It’s these little things that make Disney a very magical place.
Alysia says
Also…I LOVE Disney! We were just there in April, and it truly is a magical, happy place!
Maria says
It’s pretty hard to beat Disney but I’m so glad you’re doing this. Our country has so many beautiful locations. Like you, I like to give my kids a variety to experience.
Tonya says
I agree, there are many great places to visit in the USA and we get to learn all about them with this blog hop! 🙂 Thanks for linking up and wish I could have joined you at #SoFabCon!
Mary {The World Is A Book} says
Love Disney! We live an hour away from Disneyland and visited countless times but can’t get enough of the place. It is a magical experience and it’s hard to beat the entertainment value it provides for the whole family. We’ve been to many places all over the world and a visit to a Disney theme park is always high on my kids’ list as their favorite. Beautiful shots!
Tonya says
Thanks, Mary. I’m pretty sure if we lived in Orlando we’d invest in an annual pass and visit until we’d explored every inch of each of the parks.
Sandra @ The Sensible Mom says
Thanks for the link up! 🙂 I shared it on Google+ too!
Tonya says
Thanks for joining the fun, Sandra! And thanks so much for your help spreading the word, I want this to be a great way for all of us to share some of our favorite posts.
Lisa says
My first trip to Disney World was when Katie was 4 months old – we’ve been back a few times since then too!
Tonya says
My kids were 7, 9 and 10 for the first visit and they each loved it. I’m thinking out next trip to Disney probably won’t be until we have grandchildren- and that will be really fun!