About Joshua Powell

Joshua Powell is a travel writer who specializes in mastering the art of the family vacation. A veteran of the theme park and cruising circuit, he spends his time scouting Disney, Universal, and tropical resorts with his wife and two children. He turns those frequent adventures into practical advice to help other families plan better, stress-free trips.

Is Harry Potter Land at Disney World?

People are often confused about where Harry Potter land is located. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is located at Universal Orlando Resort and spans over two theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. There are no Harry Potter-themed areas or attractions at Walt Disney World Resort. Let's take a closer look [...]

By |2025-02-27T16:23:53-05:00February 12th, 2023|Universal Orlando Tips|

MagicMobile App at Disney World

As a Disney blogger who has explored Walt Disney World for years with my wife and our two children, I've experienced firsthand how technology can enhance a family vacation. One tool that has become essential for us in 2025 is Disney MagicMobile—a free, phone-based service seamlessly integrated into the My Disney Experience app. This feature [...]

By |2025-03-05T13:04:26-05:00February 12th, 2023|Disney World Tips|

Which Disney World Park has the Most Rides?

Disney World's main draw is its four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Epcot. Each park has its own atmosphere and theme, but the real draw - the stars of the show - has always been the rides. Which Disney World Park has the most Rides? What are the names of [...]

By |2026-02-05T04:42:31-05:00February 12th, 2023|Disney Theme Parks|

Is Disney World Transgender Friendly?

Disney has made "Inclusion" a top priority, but is Walt Disney World transgender-friendly? Disney World strives to make their trans and non-binary Guests feel welcome and accepted. For example, Disney provides Guests with several ways to express their gender identity. There are unisex bathrooms throughout the parks and special events for members of the [...]

By |2025-02-26T14:44:30-05:00February 11th, 2023|Disney Theme Parks, Disney World Tips|

Best Hotels at Disney World

There are over two dozen resort hotels at Walt Disney World to choose from. They range from value resorts with whimsical themes and modest accommodations to opulent resorts with exquisite amenities.  There's even an outdoorsy Disney resort with log cabins and campsites! But with such a diversity of options, it can be a challenge [...]

By |2023-05-18T15:01:35-04:00February 11th, 2023|Disney Resort Hotels, Disney World Tips|
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