Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore what life really looks like when the parks are in your backyard. Today, we’re stepping into the Annual Passholder lifestyle—something that’s less about going every day, and more about living in a way where joy,...
Living Near Disney World
🌞 Living in Orlando: Your Guide to Life Near the Magic
So… you’re dreaming of palm trees instead of snow shovels, fireworks instead of front porch boredom, and weekends filled with churros, characters, and sunshine? You’re in the right place.
Welcome to Living in Orlando—your go-to collection of guides, stories, and insider tips on what it’s really like to call the magic home. Whether you’re relocating for work, chasing the dream of living near Walt Disney World, or just exploring what life looks like in Central Florida, these articles will help you picture yourself here.
I cover everything from the best neighborhoods for Disney fans and top schools to cost of living breakdowns, buyer tips, and the hidden gems locals love. It’s like a digital park map… but for your future lifestyle.
✨Scroll down and explore—each post is packed with real advice, local insight, and a sprinkle of pixie dust to help you find the story (and the zip code) that fits your dream.
Top 5 Questions People Ask Before Moving to the Disney Area (and Real Answers)
Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where we talk about real-life questions—not just real estate listings. Every week, I hear from hopeful buyers dreaming of life near Disney, and while their hearts are filled with magic… their minds are full of questions. Is it safe?Is...
🗓️ Someday Isn’t a Day on the Calendar: Start Where You Are
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we replace hesitation with forward momentum—because the life you want doesn’t build itself. Here’s something I hear all the time: “We’re thinking of moving near Disney… someday.” But here’s the thing no one talks about: “Someday”...
🎒 Back to School in the Disney Bubble – What Families Should Know
From school zones to after-school fun, here's what every Disney-loving family needs to know before that first bell rings. 🏰 Introduction: A New Chapter (With a Side of Magic) When the summer heat starts to simmer down (just a little), and those iconic yellow buses...
Magic Kingdom Mornings: How Locals Start the Day with Wonder
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we explore the parks through the eyes of the people who call Disney home. This week, we’re stepping into something different:Not rope drops.Not packed itineraries.Not “do it all in one day” overwhelm. Instead, we’re walking into...
What Surprised Us Most After Leaving the Big City for the Disney Area
Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where we take off the sales pitch and talk like real people about what it’s actually like to live near Walt Disney World. This week, let’s talk to a specific group of dreamers—the former New Yorkers, Chicagoans, Angelenos, D.C....
Stop Waiting for Permission: Create the Life You Actually Want to Live
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we begin the week with intention, honesty, and a little courage. Let me ask you something personal: Who are you waiting on to finally say… “Yes, you can live the life you really want”? So many of us wait: For kids to be older For...
EPCOT for Locals: Why This Park Feeds the Mind and Soul
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we step inside the parks with the eyes—and pace—of a local. This week, let’s talk about the park that surprises people the most once they live here: EPCOT. It’s not just a theme park. It’s a feeling. And for those of us who call...
We Moved to the Disney Area—Here’s What Surprised Us Most
Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where we get real about what it’s actually like to live in the Disney Bubble. If you’re thinking of moving to Central Florida, you probably have a picture in your head: Sunshine? ✅ Fireworks at night? ✅ Magical experiences everywhere?...
💖 You Don’t Have to Be Everything for Everyone: A Life That Fills You Up First
Welcome to Motivation Monday, where we press pause, breathe deep, and ask the question that most of us avoid: “What if I stopped trying to hold everything together...and started choosing what holds me together?” If you’ve been juggling everyone else’s needs,...
🎆 Where to Live If You Want Fireworks in Your Backyard Every Night
Map out homes with fireworks views – YES, it’s a thing! Imagine ending your day not with the news or Netflix... but with a front-row seat to Disney fireworks, right from your patio. No ticket, no crowds, no need to race for a viewing spot—you just pour a glass of...
🎬 Hollywood Studios for Locals: Midweek Vibes and Movie Magic
Welcome to Theme Park Thursday, where we take you inside the parks—but not like a tourist. This is where we show you how locals soak in the magic with intention, flexibility, and zero stress. Today’s spotlight: Hollywood Studios. For visitors, this park is...