The Disney World Dad

Category: COVID-19

April 11, 2022

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COVID-19, Dad Life, Pandemic Parenting, The Walt Disney Company, Uncategorized

COVID and Emotional Support for Fathers

Stress in America report shows that fathers needed more emotional supporting during COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE
April 10, 2022

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COVID-19, Dad Life, Disney Attractions, Disney News, Pandemic Parenting, The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World

Hello, From the Other Side (of Parenthood)

Listen to the first episode of the Defacto Dad podcast. 🎙 READ MORE
April 2, 2022

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COVID-19, Dad Life, Pandemic Parenting, Uncategorized, Writing

Parenting in a Pandemic: Fighting Family Over COVID and Vaccines

I open the door to a sad truth: the pandemic ripped my family apart. READ MORE

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New Deals and Kid-Friendly Experiences Coming to Disney World Summer 2025
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Countdown to Epic Universe Part One: Details about Dark Universe
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All the Details About Destination D23 2025
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Moana 2 Review: when is a perfectly serviceable sequel enough?
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D23 Disney Theme Parks News: All the Major Announcements Revealed
August 10, 2024

Every Movie and TV Show Announced at Disney’s D23 EXPO 2024
June 2, 2024

Disney’s Riviera Resort Review With Tips for Parents
May 25, 2024

Major Changes Coming to Disneyland Paris, Second Theme Park Renamed to Disney Adventure World
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Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Resort Booking Details and Updates
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First Look at Disney Dreams That Soar Drone Show at Disney Springs
May 16, 2024

Let Petit Cafe – Review of Cafe and Lounge at Riviera Resort at Walt Disney World
May 7, 2024

Details About Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024: What’s New and What to Expect
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Universal Shares New Details About How to Train Your Dragon- Isle of Berk Land Coming to Epic Universe
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A Taste of Adventure: Skipper Canteen Dining Experience Review
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Disney Shares First Look at Tron: Ares
February 4, 2024

Disney Skyliner Map and Routes: Your Complete Guide
January 30, 2024

Discover the New Lands of Universal Epic Universe
January 13, 2024

The Best Places to Write at Disney World
December 16, 2023

Postcard from Paternity Leave: Life (so far) with our Third Baby
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First Look: New Disney Vacation Club Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort
November 5, 2023

The Belated Movie Review: Elemental (2023)
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Attractions and Restaurants Released for Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea
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Disney Parks News at Destination D23, Encanto and Indiana Jones May Come to Animal Kingdom
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New Details about Attractions, Dining and Experiences Announced for Zootopia Themed Land at Shanghai Disneyland
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New Shows, Nighttime Spectacular, and Disneyland Hotel Reopening at Disneyland Paris
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Guide to Storybook Dining at Artist Point at Disney World
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Disney Announces the Return of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
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Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023
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New Dreamworks Animation Land Coming to Universal Studios Orlando in 2024
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New Details About the Attractions, Food, and Experiences coming to World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland
June 24, 2023

Guide to Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside With Tips for Parents – (Review of Best Moderate Resort at Disney World)
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Construction Begins on Lobby at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
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Breaking Down the Succession Finale: Who Came Out On Top?
May 15, 2023

Get Ready to Step into the Magical World of Frozen in November 2023
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A First-Timer’s Guide to Riding Tron at Disney World
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Tron: A Thrilling New Addition to Disney’s Roster of Rides
March 5, 2023

A Sneak Peek into the Magical World of Frozen Lands at the Disney Parks
March 1, 2023

Your Weekly Round Up of Disney World News – March 1, 2023
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