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Dakota Gardner

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Dakota has been visiting Walt Disney World since before he can even remember. His favorite things are Space Mountain, Disney's BoardWalk Resort, and those massive Mickey-shaped cookies dipped in chocolate. When he's not waiting in line at Ample Hills Creamery, he lives in New York where he works professionally as an editor for a sports website.

Articles by Dakota Gardner:

5 Things Race through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon Can Tell Us about Universal's New Strategy

Race through New York will show a different side to Universal Orlando, and one we haven’t seen much of recently. That is, the Universal that is content to hit a single rather than swing for the fences.

5 Hidden Gems at Walt Disney World You've Almost Certainly Never Heard Of

We all know about the amazing options like Jiko, California Grill, Le Cellier, and Narcoossee's. We even know about the under-the-radar spots like Olivia's, Kona Cafe, and the brand new Tiffin's. Is there any stone left unturned in the Walt Disney World food scene?

6 Unbelievable Snacks Everyone Should Hoard at Walt Disney World

While having souvenirs and memories is nice, it's not quite equivalent to the same sensory overload that happens when you're standing in Orlando. Nevertheless, there are ways of bringing some of those sensations home with you – including the two that are the most linked to memory: smell and taste.

Fantasmic is Almost 25 Years Old. Here's Why It's Still Amazing.

In the over-20 years since its debut, Fantasmic has gone from a new sensation to an essential Disney experience. To give you a sense of how long it's been in our lives, Fantasmic debuted at Disneyland closer to the opening of Walt Disney World than to today. Yet, in all that time, the show still manages to inspire awe in anyone who sees it and to feel as original and breathtaking as it did all that time ago.

5 Reasons Soarin' Around the World Doesn't Quite Live Up to the Original

Roughly 15 years after its debut in California, and about 10 following its Orlando opening, Disney reimagined the “Soarin' over California” film into a new, grander package: Soarin' around the World. Yet, in doing so, Disney seems to have lost some of the magic that made the original Soarin' such a beloved attraction.

5 Areas of Walt Disney World That HAVE to be Visited at Night

At night, Imagineers are completely in control of the things your eye can see – they can dictate what color light should bounce bounce off a building. They can decide what parts of an attraction should be visible and which ones should remain hidden. The attractions and parks at night are completely designed.

5 Things a Walt Disney World Fan Learns When They Visit Disneyland

It's a silly fight, but it's one that every Disney Parks fan has had at least once: Which is better, Disney World or Disneyland? But here's the thing: It doesn't actually matter which is better.

5 Iconic Disney Souvenirs Every Fan Buys At Least Once

There's a small group of items that exist in the pantheon of Disney merch. These are the products that every single guest will buy at least once. Or, at the very least, will look at long and hard.

5 Strategies Universal Orlando is Using to Beat Disney at Its Own Game

Disney has the backing of a multi-billion dollar corporation, while Universal has changed hands among a handful of corporations since its launch. How could this ragtag park ever hope to compete with the big bad mouse?

5 Relaxing Lounges For When You Need a Vacation From Your Walt Disney World Vacation

If you take some time during your Walt Disney World vacation to sneak off to a quiet spot and leave your worries where they were, you'll find Disney can be just as peaceful as any other trip. You just have to know where to look.

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