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Boathouse, an amphicar, and a balloon, 3 of 7 reasons to visit Disney Springs in Walt Disney World (this summer and anytime of the year!).

7 Reasons Why You Should Visit Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

When taking your multigenerational family to Disney, there’s more to love and do in Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney).  Disney Springs received a “makeover” in 2016, and there’s even more additions in 2018. Here are 7 reasons why you should visit Disney Springs at Walt Disney World in Orlando.

Hello Mickey - you so fine! And Minnie, Donald, Goofy Pluto...Welcome to Walt Disney World Summer 2018

7 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World in 2018

If you’re like me, you and your family may not need an excuse to pack your bags for that magical place called Disney. But just in case, you’re wavering on the border of saying nay or yeah to a family vacation to Disney, ta-dah! From popular characters and annual events to new “lands,” we’ve got 7 reasons to visit Walt Disney World in 2018.

Walt Disney World announces the opening of Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. Photo: Disney Parks

Why You Should Visit Toy Story Land This Summer

Two of my grandkids’ first Disney experience was back in 2014. I remember my then 7-year-old grandson’s excitement at actually meeting Buzz Lightyear in person at Disneyland.  It sparked the first of many magical Disney moments. Now flash forward to the announcement that Toy Story Land will open at Walt Disney World this summer on June 30, 2018 — and the magic is just beginning. As a fan of Disney and Grammie to 8 grandchildren, here are my reasons why you should visit Toy Story Land this summer.