Visiting Walt Disney World is a dream come true for kids and parents alike, but many parents (or caregivers) with children on the autism spectrum or that have other cognitive disabilities might be overwhelmed by the breadth and complexity of a Walt Disney World vacation – as many other groups of first-time guests are. While we’re working on compiling...
As Feb. 14 approaches, there is no shortage of delightful eats and sips to enjoy for an extra touch of l’amour at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort, and Tokyo Disney Resort. They say food is a way to the heart, and these items will leave you on cloud nine. Prepare to be...
Today is not only the launch of Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane but it’s also the launch of Disney’s updated Disability Access Service, as we mentioned in this earlier article. One of the improvements Disney has made is that users can now get return times through the My Disney Experience app instead of having to visit a Cast Member at the...
From new Battuan dishes to over-the-top hotdogs, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has delicious new offerings you have to try. Check it all out in this edition of Foodie News! Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, a designated location on Batuu for traveling food shuttles, just received a new food shipment! Starting today, Battuans and visitors to Star Wars:...
Recently, a reader of the blog messaged me on Facebook with a really good question. He wanted to know whether or not you could utilize DAS (talked about in detail here) on Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The answer is ‘yes, of course’ you can use DAS at Rise. The process is really simple, all you have to do is secure a boarding...
Did you know that guests with both hearing disabilities and visual disabilities can benefit from the same, simple handheld device while experiencing attractions at Walt Disney World (and Disneyland, too)? Disney’s Handheld Device is a palm-sized wireless device that was developed in 2002. The device features several services, including Assistive Listening, which...
As a visually impaired Disney goer, I know how important it is to get up close to the action, so today I wanted to share a few tips about getting where you can best see. Note that social distancing has changed the game in terms of maneuvering the parks. Stand as close as possible to the doors of the theater keeping in mind where seating is inside. For example, at The...
Visiting Disney with a disability does come with a few perks, one of them being that you can utilize DAS. For those that aren’t in the know or haven’t visited Walt Disney World before DAS, or Disability Access Service, is an offering that is available to guests with disabilities and their parties. Disney says that DAS “is designed to accommodate...
During the Summer of 2018, I visited Walt Disney World, the Happiest Place on Earth, and from where I sit, it’s not just a slogan. It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Disney Parks. I love everything about them; from the sights and sounds to the thrills and chills. Needless to say I was ecstatic to be returning this summer for seven whole days. There was just one...