PassPorter’s Window Seat: MouseFest 2007

PassPorter reader nanpchef asks:

” The last time we were at Walt Disney World, there were several cast members that went out of their way to make our trip special. Besides sending a note to Disney saying what a great job they are doing (did this), is there something else we can do for them. I thought I saw something about them not being able to accept monetary tips. What about some kind of relatively inexpensive gift certificate? I remember someone had suggested giving them a pin from your home state, but I don’t have a clue where I would go to look for those. I make the envelopes for mousekeeping, Magical Express drivers, and anyone else that handles our luggage, etc., but feel like we are leaving out some of the cast members that are extra special.”

And the answer is… Continue reading Can I tip Disney cast members?…

PassPorter reader DaleNChip asks:

“I need to get travel insurance for my Disney cruise. I have tried reading the FAQ on InsureMyTrip.com. . . but evidently, it’s not dumbed down enough for me (LOL!). I don’t know what I should be looking at covering, so I don’t know how to compare what I’m seeing. Does that make sense? We are two adults and one kid traveling by air from TX to MCO and two adults traveling by air from VA to MCO, with a four night Disney cruise to Nassau and Castaway Cay. We have what I consider standard US health insurance. Any advice?”

And the answer is… Continue reading What kind of trip insurance do I need for a Disney cruise?…