Step into Spring

20 ways to awaken in the Spring Season

Get up early, head out to a peaceful location and enjoy the sunrise. Take in the beauty in the light and colour changes around you.

Make a date with a friend and head to a local park for a wander, get lost in conversation and enjoy the company you are in.

It’s bound to rain but don’t let it stop you from enjoying it, wrap up, get some waterproofs and splash in as many puddles as you can find –release your inner child and be in the moment.

Spring is a great time to get out into your garden and plant your summer bulbs and shrubs. Head off to a local garden centre for inspiration, or search #summergardens for some gorgeous photos! Space does not have to be an issue as even pots and planters can transform your environment.

Now is the perfect time to try out a new activity. Pilates and yoga are good for the body and mind or try something a bit more energetic like cycling or Nordic walking.

Spring is also a great time to get creative, or to learn something new – why not have a look at local classes that you would like to do and spend a few hours getting lost in one that appeals to you with like-minded people.

On a dull day, head out to a gallery or museum. Spend a good few hours taking in the beauty and the stories around you.

Have a spring clean! But if the idea of a whole house spring clean is too much, just focus on a small area, sort out a chest of drawers or a wardrobe and focus on that one task and enjoy the sense of achievement.

After your spring clean invest in a new scented candle and curl up with a new book for a while or bring in something into your space to create a cosy atmosphere and sit and enjoy your hard work.

Grab some paper, and some pencils and spend time doodling. You might surprise yourself with your own unique colourful piece of art. Get lost in enjoying the creative process!

Spring is a great season for fresh fruit and vegetables from spring greens to rhubarb. Head out to a local market or farm shop and stock up so you can create a hearty fresh meal to enjoy with loved ones. Try something new.

The nights are slowly starting to get lighter and warmer, and it is a perfect time to enjoy time outdoors. Light a BBQ, wrap up in warm clothes and enjoy eating al fresco for the first time in the new year.

Bring the outdoors in, create a floral arrangement for your home by collecting greenery and spring flowers from your garden or local wild spaces! Or if budgets allow treat yourself to some flowers from a local florist, tulips are a beautiful seasonal flower and bring in some stunning colours.

Easter is just around the corner, spend some time making some easter decorations to use around the house, from felted bunnies to painted eggs, there will be something you will enjoy spending time creating.

Head out to a local café, enjoy a treat and sit back to watch the world go by.

Grab yourself a new notebook and write down your plans and thoughts for the year ahead. Make it as in-depth as you can and look forward to enjoying your upcoming events.

Plan a weekend away, and enjoy looking at locations, places to stay and things you would like to do there. Spring is the perfect time to visit new places.

The weather in spring is never predictable from snow to a heatwave and everything in between. Don’t let this spoil you getting out there, pick something on the day that’s suitable, from building a snowman or heading off to a local beauty spot with a picnic to enjoy some spring sun.

Pick a colour, grab your phone or camera and head off to a place you like to spend time. Capture anything with the colour you have chosen and be creative. Enjoy seeing things you would normally take for granted.

Kick off your shoes and take a barefoot walk across the grass. Along with being enjoyable it also has benefits for your health, from helping circulation, increasing vitamin D to reducing stress.

Visiting Disney World is every child’s (and often adult’s) dream. The memories it creates are treasured all around, watching the joy and awe on a child’s face is pretty priceless. Did you know that there are many Disney Worlds to choose from? Maybe a new bucket list is to do them all – well it is ours.

Disney prides itself on being inclusive for all and its disability services are on hand to help where they can, providing support and information. The website provides a wealth of information to help ensure you can plan the most magical holiday for you. There are also apps that you can use for the parks to help plan your day whilst there.

During Disney holidays there are a range of extras that can make your trip easier such as fast track passes for rides, concierge shopping or photo passes and memory makers. It is always beneficial to check out the options when planning your trip as to what will benefit you.

There are plenty of dining options at all of the Disney resorts worldwide from snack carts to fine dining restaurants and everything in between. Parks usually offer dining packages or meal plans that can help you budget.

Like with all Disney parks around the world, people come for the magic. The chance to meet the famous characters in real life. The wonderful parades through the park and of course the countless rides from gentle to wild, something for everyone from the timid to the thrill seekers. There are also many shows you can see, and each park will have its own time schedule.

We highly recommend seeing the evening parades with the characters and the floats all lit up. Depending on the time of year parks will also put on the most amazing firework displays that some would love.

Every Disneyland Paris hotel offers accessible rooms and there are six to choose from so you will be spoilt for choice. They have a dedicated guest service that will help with bookings and advice.

Transport to the parks is accessible too. Shuttles run from the hotels to the parks. A specially adapted minibus is also available that can be booked via any of the Disney hotel reception desks. It is subject to availability, and it cannot be pre-booked so waiting times may vary.

On offer also are the Access cards at Disneyland Paris. The cards are for guests with disabilities or long-term chronic diseases. A Priority Card or Easy Access Card is for certain activities and services, such as simplified easy access to rides (not immediate access) or booking times. The cards are dependent on the official documents provided by the guest.

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This year is the 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris. New experiences, special shows, festivities and food all celebrate the anniversary, and it will culminate in a grande finale that will be on 30th September 2023.

Disneyland is the original Disney Amusement Park, built under the direct supervision of Walt Disney, opening in 1955.

Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has its own entrance to Disney California Adventure Park and is close to Disneyland Park.

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2023 marks 100 years of Disney Animation studios. Disneyland resort is marking the centenary throughout the year, including an all-new light show illuminating main street and Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Some nights will also include an amazing pyrotechnic show on selected dates. This will be a show to remember bringing more Disney Magic to life.

Here in the Floridian sunshine, you are spoilt for choice with many parks to choose from including Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Blizzard Beach waterpark.

Once again, all the hotels are accessible offering comfort and great locations to stay. Disney’s Budget hotel Art of Animation offers the comfort you need, drawing on its design from the magic of Disney and Pixar films. You can access the skyliner (the aerial gondola) to Epcot direct from the hotel and enjoy a bird’s eye view as you travel. At the other end of the scale, Disney’s Polynesian resort offers luxury in a south pacific style oasis. Direct access to the parks from the resort can be gained via watercraft, monorail or complimentary bus. The hotels all do vary in style and cost so it’s good to look for one within your budget. Complimentary bus shuttles run continuously to the parks and back to the hotels. Disabled Parking is also available at all the parks if you prefer to take your own transport. The auto plazas at the parks will direct you to the specific car parks.

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With so many options here in Florida it’s difficult to pin down just one highlight as there is so much to do and see. We really do recommend a visit to Pandora – the world of Avatar. It’s a fully immersive ride and one we are sure you will enjoy.

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