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Disney Tips For The Young At Heart

There are tons of blogs, videos, and other sites that cover Disney vacations for parents with kids, Disney adults, Going Solo, etc. You name it there is a site for it. However, I have spent countless hours reading, searching, and watching, but have yet to find a site that caters to us older Disney fans. You know, those of us that are retired or close to it. Just wanting to slow down and have a hassle free, relaxing vacation. These posts are intended to fill the gap.

Here among other things, you will find posts that cover our strategy to just go with the flow, like Crush from Finding Nemo. Crush is a sea turtle that just goes with the current and does not fight it. He does not stress or fret and yet gets to where he is going. He is happy, relaxed, enjoying life and I bet will live longer for it. Grandma and I developed this strategy to enjoy our golden years at the parks. My Dear Daughter and her family also use Crushing It . It works very well for them with young children. The whole family is happier when there is less stress!

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Welcome! This is a place where ole grandpa will try to describe what makes a Disney vacation work for us. The Disney experience is magical, no matter how old or young you are.

There is no reason you cannot enjoy a trip to the parks at ANY AGE! Grandma and I are living proof. You just have to do things a bit differently than you did in your younger years. I am here to tell you how. Read on to find out more.

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Catching Up

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Rediscovering Disney: Tips for a Summer Visit with Grandma

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