Disclosure: We received tickets from Graco to enjoy a Day of Fun in Disney World in exchange for our fun account of our time. All opinions discussed are 100% mine.
There are few things more stressful than a family vacation. That being said having a family and being able to take one are huge blessings. A family is one thing we take for granted. However, during the holidays wouldn’t life be sad if we didn’t have them? So one thing that is important is spending quality time with them. Whether it be at a local park, zoo, or like us Disney World it’s important to take time to make memories. The wonderful people at Graco gave us the opportunity to #GowithGraco and head out on a family adventure of our own. However,traveling with 5 kids can be a daunting task. Thankfully,Graco has products to help make it easier.
Because we have a baby sleeping accommodations can be tough when on vacation. So when we had the chance to take the Graco Pack N Play Nimble Nook, life suddenly became easier and it was time for fun!
Disney world can be a very daunting place to visit but man it’s fun to go there! But when there and traveling with kids its important to keep some things in mind.
First, Don’t make plans.
Chances are if you do,you something will happen to cause chaos. That being said it’s good to have an idea of the more popular rides like Peter Pan, It’s a Small World and Splash mountain and grab yourself fast passes (Something that can be done online a few weeks before).
2nd: Go easy on the pictures,
although it may sound like a good idea to take a lot chances are not all kids will pose and some violence might break out.
3rd Make room for snacks. There are sooo many delicious treats to be had at Disney World so make sure and plan accordingly.
4th: Don’t forget to check out the parades. The kids will love them 🙂
5th: Take a few seconds to enjoy the beauty of Disney Around you. There’s so much to see and chances are you will be overwhelmed, so take 5 seconds to enjoy the beauty of the happiest place on Earth.
6th recognize when it’s time to call it quits. If you’re like me you’ll want to squeeze every minute out of the fun it’s important to call it a day when you see the kids starting to melt down. That’s why I always suggest staying at one of the Disney Resorts because you’ll be able to enjoy so much more and continue the magic there.
We had the chance to stay at Fort Wilderness Resort and campgrounds and the magic truly continued there. From beautiful scenery,
To play ground fun.
Some marshmallow roasting
and lollipop fun!
Even though our day at the Magic Kingdom was over we managed to have lots of fun at the resort adding even more magic to our adventure.
Although there was crying during the trip and some not so happy campers at times overall we had a blast!
and wen all was said and done and everyone was resting nicely in their beds we realized what an amazing day we had.
So although families come in many shapes and sizes there’s so much to be thankful for in having one. Thank you to Graco for the opportunity to go on this wonderful trip and I’m thankful to God for the the beautiful family he sent me. Happy Thanksgiving to all!
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Comments & Reviews
Looks like a lot of fun! I have only been to EuroDisney, not the same! And we also love our pack and play (we have the on the go version)…
I love your trip pictures and highlights, so funny! One of my favorite things at Disney was the parade as well. I also have loved having my Graco Pack and Play both for trips and overnights at the babysitters (because I work nights). It is quite handy!
Went to Disney World for the first time in october and what a blast we had! We brought our Graco pack n play for our 2 year old and it worked out great! Can’t wait to go back.
Oh goodness, I just can’t wait to take my little one, one day!
Oh my gosh, that looks like fun. I was lucky to be able to go to Disney about 15 years ago. One of these days, I hope to make the trip there with my family. There’s so much to see and do & I was only therefor a day. I’m sure things have changed quite a bit since then! If I go again, it definitely needs to be for longer!
Your family is beautiful! Best memories made during family vacations!
This is great! I love winging it! We make tentative ideas for places to see and visit on vacation, but if we don’t make it there, we don’t sweat it. We always have fun wherever we go. I can’t wait to visit Orlando for 2 weeks this Christmas and New Years!
We love having our Graco pack & play for weekend trips & vacations! this trip looks like a lot of fun!
Looks like fun
Looks like you had a great time. It’s nice to make these memories when your kids are young. I love our Graco pack and play – all three of my kids have used it and it travels well.
Looks like you guys had a blast! One day I will get there! Heres to many memories made!
What a wonderful bassinet and play pen. Baby looks comfy and cozy.
That looks perfect!
That is awesome and looks very fun. We would love to visit Disney world sometime 🙂
I love Disney World, we plan to go back next year.
You guys sure had an amazing time! I grew up in central Florida so Disney was around the corner. Now that I live in AZ, I miss it. I can’t wait to take my boys there so they can experience all the happiness 🙂 .
I am so glad that you’re family had such a great time at Disney. I also love the pictures of the children, smiling.
How much fun I’ll have to keep my stomach empty for those snacks if we evet go!
Thanks for the wonderful review on Thankful For Family Vacations #GowithGraco! Looks like everyone had a really fun time! I went to Disney Land when I was in High School which was MMMMMMM many years ago! We only had 1 day there and only a couple of hours! I barely remember what we were able to see and do in our short time there! I would love to take the kids and go, however, that’s a big expense that we just can’t afford! It’s so wonderful that you have the chance to go and have fun with your family! We had a pack n play sort of thing when my grandkids were babies and they sure came in handy! Graco has the best baby products around! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful review, all the terrific pictures, and your personal and professional opinions on Thankful For Family Vacations #GowithGraco with all of us! I honestly do appreciate it! Thanks again! Michele 🙂
Pack’n’plays make it happen!
Glad I found your’e website happy holidays to you & yours.
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I would be thankful for a family vacation too! I have not been on one in 18 years. 🙁
Love this pack in play. Looks like ya’ll had a great time at Disney!
The baby looks so peaceful sleeping in the pack n play. We love ours. We use it ALL the time!
It sounds like you had so much fun!
I need to get one of those nice little compact sleeper things!
It looks like you had a blast!! I can’t even count how many times my Graco Pack-n-Play has saved me when traveling with my littles! I tell every new mom that it truly is a must-have. 🙂
I love visiting Disney. I also love staying at Fort Wilderness. So much fun. I know the Graco pack and play had to come in very handy there. Thank you so much for sharing
We are a Graco family too!! Our pack and play has gotten so much use on vacations and our stroller has been pretty much anywhere and everywhere!! Loooove them!!
That sounds like a fun family vacation. My husband and I are thinking about a vacation in Hawaii for our 23rd wedding anniversary which is coming up. We never had a honeymoon, so it should be nice.
Wow – you all had a huge blast! I’m thinking the hardest part was knowing when to call it quits – for both parents and kids!
Looks like you had fun! The pack n play came in handy.
Our Graco pack and play has been so useful on trips! I don’t know what we would do without it.