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October 21, 2019 by Leslie Harvey

How to Ride Frozen Ever After at Disney World Without the Wait

Entrance to Frozen Ever After ride in Epcot in Disney World

Before there was Avatar Flight of Passage in Pandora, Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the hottest attraction at Walt Disney World was Frozen Ever After. The ride opened in June 2016 in the Norway Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. In its first few […]

March 30, 2019 by Leslie Harvey

Best Strollers for Disney: Recommendations for Disney World and Disneyland

If you are headed to Disneyland or Walt Disney World with a young child, a good stroller is essential. Even active toddlers and preschoolers who seem to know no limits to their energy at home can crash after the many miles of walking on a Disney day. Strollers can be a great place for a […]

September 19, 2018 by Leslie Harvey

Disney’s Minnie Vans: All Your Questions Answered

Disney Minnie Vans - Vehicle at Animal Kingdom Lodge

If you have been to Walt Disney World in the past year, you might have spotted some red and white polka dotted SUVs around the property. Painted to look like Minnie Mouse herself complete with logo and Minnie’s signature bow, these “Minnie Vans” are the latest and greatest in Disney transportation. Minnie Vans are Disney’s […]

July 11, 2018 by Leslie Harvey

Do You Need a Car Seat for Disney World?

Disney World Magic Kingdom Castle

Planning Walt Disney World vacations require lots of decisions: Do you choose an off-property or on-site hotel? Do you park hop ’til you drop or save cash on tickets? Do you really need Memory Maker?  And there are many more. One decision you have to make when traveling to Orlando with kids is whether you […]

July 1, 2018 by Leslie Harvey

Complete Guide to Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World

Toy Story Land Entrance Woody

Toy Story Land just opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. I attended the press previews this week to get a sneak peek at the land in the days before it opened to the public. As always at any Disney grand opening, I’ve made it my mission to report back with actionable tips […]

August 17, 2017 by Leslie Harvey

Which Walt Disney World Park to Skip on Short Trips

Flying to Disney World Epcot Spaceship Earth

You are going to Walt Disney World! But sadly, the trip has to be a short one. It’s an unfortunate conundrum. There simply won’t be time to see and do it all. Choices will have to be made. For visitors to Walt Disney World on shorter trips, the big question is what parks to prioritize […]

July 10, 2017 by Leslie Harvey

10 Unique Disney Attractions Around the World Every Disney Fan Needs to Ride

Tokyo DisneySea - Journey to the Center of the Earth

I’m often asked why I go to so many Disney parks when they all pretty much offer the same experience. My answer: they don’t! While there are many shared experiences from one Disney park to another, they all have unique attractions, shows, dining opportunities, and even cultural exchanges that make going to several – or […]

May 23, 2017 by Leslie Harvey

Which Disney World Resort is Best for Your Family: Value vs. Moderate vs. Deluxe

Disney World Resorts - Pop Century Value Resort

Hooray! Your family is going to Walt Disney World! You’ve decided to stay in a Disney resort hotel to take advantage of the various on-property Disney perks. But which one is the right choice for your family? As with many things at Disney, the right answer is: it depends. Walt Disney World offers a wide variety […]

February 20, 2017 by Leslie Harvey

Uber Car Seat Orlando: A Guide for Parents at Walt Disney World

Uber Car Seat Orlando - Toddler in Seat Mickey Ears

Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are a major time and money saver in my travels. When I travel solo or with my husband, both apps get major use. When it comes to using Uber and Lyft with our young kids, however, things get more complicated. As a parent of an almost 8 year old […]

November 9, 2016 by Leslie Harvey

Travel Hacking Basics to Save For Your Family’s Disney Vacation

Travel Hacking Disney - Cinderella Castle

Family vacations can be expensive. Disney destinations in particular often get a bad rap for busting the family vacation budget. If you pay full freight for Walt Disney World or Disneyland trips, they can totally be budget killers. But I know you don’t want to do that, right? You want the secrets to save big. […]

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Leslie Trips with Tykes

Welcome!  I’m Leslie, a mom of two (ages 11 and 7) who loves to travel. Trips With Tykes is a family travel blog devoted to simplifying the logistics of traveling with young kids. With a little knowledge of airline rules & good planning, family travel can be really fun, even if it still involves the occasional in-flight tantrum or battle with TSA over your toddler’s juice box.

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