The Travelears

Walt Disney World history…the year…1999

A crowd of children wanted to be so close to Disney star Alyson Stoner that they didn’t give themselves much room to move around.

Disney is synonymous with family fun, but did you know Florida’s Disney resorts and parks have some of the most innovative pools on Earth? One of my favorite places to go when I’m really stressed out (such as after April 15th!) is Typhoon Lagoon. While the rest of the family frolics all over the park, I’m content to spend the entire day reclining on an inner tube going ‘round and ‘round in Castaway Creek, a 2,100-foot river circling the park through gorgeous colorful flowers, misty rain forest and a hidden grotto.

Walt Disney World history…the year…1998

Guests who want to cruise the lakes and lagoons at Walt Disney World can rent everything from two-person Sea Raycers to leisurely pontoon boats — as long as they sign a waiver protecting Disney from lawsuits should anything go wrong on the water.

Walt Disney World History…the year…1997

There’s a lot “s’more” new fun in store at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa each evening…

Guests can don fashionable Mickey Mouse ears that show off their true personality at a new Create Your Own Ears Hat boutique…

Walt Disney World history…the year…1996

Walt Disney World history…the year…1995