Photos: Disney World Did Not Disappoint, from Mouthwatering Food to Thrilling Rides and Birthday Magic

Earlier this month, I celebrated my Dad’s 61st birthday at Disney World. Here's a glimpse at the Florida getaway.

Apr 23, 2026

I’ve officially reached the stage post vacation where daily life doesn’t seem so mundane and looking back at photos doesn’t leave me with the all-consuming longing to be back in warm weather.

While both of those trip side effects aren’t completely gone, I’ve made enough progress to start recapping the trip through writing.

So let’s start with the basics.

Earlier this month, I celebrated my Dad’s 61st birthday at Disney World. We spent our first and last days hotel hopping, spending plenty of time at the Polynesian Village Resort — our favorite — and shopping and eating in Disney Springs.

Between that, we enjoyed two park days in the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, which was hosting the International Flower & Garden Festival.

Our long weekend was filled with delicious cuisine from cooks from around the world, bubbly beverages, thrilling rides, and plenty of birthday magic.

Here’s a glimpse at our Florida getaway:

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