Knowledge is Treasure

Ol’ Grandpa’s memory ain’t what it used to be. I can remember watching The Wonderful World of Color on our Black and White TV However remembering what I had for breakfast, not so much. So I gotta write stuff down. This post is a place where I will write a bunch of stuff down, so you can link to it and have a ready reference. I may edit this post from time to time as things change. Not all change is bad. Our family TV used to be a piece of furniture capable of only Black and White. It is now a piece of wall art. So not all change is bad.

Grandpa’s Attributes

First the aging attributes that caused me to write this blog.

• We are slower. Running at rope drop just is not possible
• Fast spinning rides makes me sick. Didn’t use to, 
• I don’t bend like I used to. Joints are not as flexible
• Ride seats seem to be made for Twiggy and not Victor Buono. We are not Twiggy
• Getting up early is easy
• Staying up late is hard
• Technology seems to hinder rather than help
• You get frustrated at Gen-whatever that are glued to their phones 24/7
• You still believe in saying please, thank you and excuse me.
• You love your Grandkids to death but still want/need/crave quiet down time

I look at these changes attributes as an evolution and not a bad thing. We all should slow down and enjoy what we have earned and learned over our years. We often make it here by luck now we need to be smart.

Grandpa’s Dos and Don’ts

There are no real hard and fast rules, just a few guidelines or core principles. It is hard to follow at times due to the very nature of us humans. However Ol Grandpa found that remembering these really helps. It is supposed to be FUN!

• Do be flexible. It is not a contest on how many rides you ride. Grandma and I have had great trips and not ridden anything at all! 
• Do Start Early. Starting early beats the crowds and gives more time to enjoy the day. Just don’t get caught up in the rush. Having swarms of people pass you can be anxiety inducing if you let it.
• Do let the day unfold. This is part of being flexible. Don’t be ridged. Let things take you where they may. That really paid off this trip! 
• Don’t over do it. it is not an endurance contest. it is supposed to be fun Remember! Take a seat in shade. People watch. A successful day is when you are not too crippled up to go again tomorrow.
• Don’t sweat the small stuff. It is often the little things that get people upset and ruin the fun. Guests will be rude. Guests will be pushy. Kids will scream. Rides will close. It can be HOT. Take a breath. Be Flexible and just Let It Go

Where I go for Info

These are the websites, blogs, and YouTube channels that I devour.

OverAll Park Info and News

• Disney Food Blog – An excellent site covering mostly WDW but includes DisneyLand as well. Much more than just food.
• Disney Tourist Blog – Great in depth articles about all things Disney. Great source of tips and tricks. Also thoughtful analysis about current goings on.
• Mickey Visit – Another blog covering current events at Disney. Partners with discount ticket site.
• Ziggy Knows Disney – Another good site of Tips and tricks
• DVC Fan – All things DVC plus a few park tips and tricks
• Disney Acronyms – A must if you want to know what DLR or P&R mean.

Disney Sites

“Official Disney Sites”

• Walt Disney World – Official WDW site
• Disney Land – Official DLR site
• Disney News – Disney News from the Mouse himself
• Disney Vacation Club – DVC home page.
• D23 – Official Disney Fan Site

Video Blogs

• Disney Food Blog – Companion to the DFB
• Fresh Baked – State of the parks and construction updates
• Park Pass – Great park updates. Also look for the WDW resort stays
• Hey Brickey – Disneyland Trivia. Ok I am a trivia buff!

Planning Crowd Calendars etc.

• Touring Plans – My go to for crowd calendars and park planing
• WDW PrepSchool – Another great crowd calendar
• Get Away Today – Discount tickets and online Travel Agency and planing resources.
• Undercover Tourist – Another online Travel Agency has crowd calendar as well

I do not receive any compensation from any of these sites. I just find them useful and entertaining.

Please add to this list in the comments.

Talk to you next time