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Dining

4 Best Places to Grab a Drink at Epcot

Epcot is a great place to spend a relaxing day.  It isn’t just all about rides and shows here.

There is definitely not only a great food scene (arguably the best food on properly lives here), but also a good assortment of watering holes and places to find libations of all kinds.

We will be taking a much deeper look at getting your drink on at Epcot in future articles, but for now, we are focusing on the  best full service or spirit-equipped bars.  You can pick up beer and wine throughout the park, but if you prefer something more complex, you need to know where to stop to find the best adult beverages. Continue reading 4 Best Places to Grab a Drink at Epcot →

Dining

3 Restaurants Not to Miss at Hollywood Studios

It’s true that right now Hollywood Studios is a bit of a mess.  The entire park is being re-imagined as it undergoes what will undoubtedly be a stunning transformation.

Star Wars Land and Toy Story Land will definitely be show stoppers and will certainly outpace the Streets of America, Back Lot Tour, and Light’s Motor Action attractions that have been shuttered to make room for these areas.

That said, it would be easy to just skip this park in favor of the others while it goes through these growing pains.

But don’t.  Why? Continue reading 3 Restaurants Not to Miss at Hollywood Studios →

Parks

When I Took My Nieces to Magic Kingdom

Some events are once in a lifetime kind of things.

They are rights of passage that don’t come with do overs.

For me, just this week, I had the chance to take my nieces to Walt Disney World for the very first time.  With special permission from their parents, we planned the girl’s first trip to Magic Kingdom and as I write this article, they are still sleeping off the 13 hour adventure. Continue reading When I Took My Nieces to Magic Kingdom →

Travel Tips

Understanding the Magical Express

When I first started going to Disney, I wish someone would have walked me through the Magical Express and given me some tips about making the most of it.

In a nutshell, Disney’s Magical Express will pick you up from the Orlando International Airport and take you to your Walt Disney World resort. Now if this sounds like a really great deal, then you’re absolutely right. It is! Continue reading Understanding the Magical Express →

Rides and Attractions

Pros and Cons of the 7 Dwarfs Mine Train

One of the  newest rides at The Walt Disney World Resort is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. It was a part of the expansion of Fantasyland, opening in 2014 – and it is one of the most technologically advanced rides on the property.

This is one of those rides that is a must-do and is absolutely something you should Fastpass to ensure you can ride without a huge wait.

As with all attractions, there are things that are amazing about this ride and there are some things that are not so great. So let’s talk about some of the pluses and minuses of this attraction.

Continue reading Pros and Cons of the 7 Dwarfs Mine Train →

Dining

Must Visit Table Service Restaurants at Epcot

When you think about culinary experiences, Disney has much to offer.  They run the gamut from the humble corn dog to Kobe-style beef tenderloin.  As far as food goes, Walt Disney World really does offer something for everyone.

That said, some parks and resorts have a little more culinary swagger than others.

Some are designed for speed and utility rather than experience – and those are necessary features for locations like Magic Kingdom and Pop Century that have large capacities and get very crowded.  They also serve the need for budget conscious diners whose first priority is value.  These locations serve food that is usually hot, fast, and as economical as resort food gets. Continue reading Must Visit Table Service Restaurants at Epcot →

Rides and Attractions

The 10 Best Rides at Walt Disney World

There are many reasons why folks love to visit Walt Disney World.  Some folks love the weather.  Others go for the characters.  I personally love the food.  But all of those are different stories.

Because many visit The Walt Disney World Resort for the rides and attractions.

I wanted to share my thoughts on the 10 best rides at WDW.  These are the ones (for the most part) that you’ll want to use a Fast Pass to secure so that you don’t find yourself in a line stretching for hours (leaving you more time to enjoy more rides).

Time to sail away on Peter Pan’s Flight

 10. Journey into Imagination With Figment (Epcot):  This one will truly cause some discord, as this is a re-imagining of the original ride.  I really do love this dark ride as it has a catchy tune, great characters, and honestly does inspire me to be more creative.  This ride inspired me to write my book and sometimes I hum the theme song when I am trying to complete a task requiring a little imagination. Continue reading The 10 Best Rides at Walt Disney World →

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5 Reasons to Start Your Vacation at Magic Kingdom

Whether you have children or not, Magic Kingdom in absolutely the first place you begin your Disney vacation.  It is quintessentially Disney and really does evoke that feeling of being on vacation.

There is something truly magical about a visit to this park and it continues to surprise and delight.  Of all the parks, it is the most kid-friendly and does have the closest connection to the classic Disney characters and settings from their animated films.

Walt Disney World is a tribute to the philosophy and life of Walter Elias Disney… and to the talents, the dedication, and the loyalty of the entire Disney organization that made Walt Disney’s dream come true. May Walt Disney World bring Joy and Inspiration and New Knowledge to all who come to this happy place … a Magic Kingdom where the young at heart of all ages can laugh and play and learn — together.

-Roy Disney, October 25, 1971

Continue reading 5 Reasons to Start Your Vacation at Magic Kingdom →

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Welcome to Let’s Go To Disney

Thank you so much for stopping by.

I am a super fan of Walt Disney World.  I am a believer in the vision of Walt Disney.  I wanted to share my views, ideas, thoughts, and musings about all things Disney, so here we are.

Just a bit about me.  I am a 25 year veteran of restaurants and retail.  I am a professional chef turned Food and Beverage Executive, Star Wars fan, Bourbon lover, and published author.  I love to write and tweet about all things Customer service, food, and Disney.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts and observations – and I look forward to making new friends and connecting with all the amazing Disney fans out there.

Best Wishes,

Tony Johnson

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