Liliane Opsomer

About Liliane Opsomer

Liliane Opsomer is the co-author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids. For her daily tips on visiting Walt Disney World follow her on twitter @LilianeOpsomer or check out her Facebook page.

Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival

Princess Aurora

  As I enter the park I know I am in for a treat. Topiaries larger-than-life of Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Pluto greet me. A floral version of Daisy is playing tennis with Donald Duck and my camera is ready to capture the action. Topiaries are my passion and a special festival park [...]

Pool Time Matters: A Review of the Best Walt Disney World Pools

The pool at the Coronado Springs Resort

Did you know that according to statistics the thing that children remember most from their Walt Disney World stay is thepool? So without further ado, here is a write up of my favorite pools in “The World”. All resorts have wonderful pools but some of them stand out.  The “Big Blue” at the newly opened [...]

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Premieres in Wellington

Windy Wellington

Live from Middle Earth The excitement starts miles away as passengers on Air New Zealand flights are welcomed on board a flight, not to Wellington but to the “Middle of Middle Earth”.  The safety video too is an unexpected briefing and comes with a message from Gandalf. At Wellington Airport’s main terminal a 40 feet [...]