Epcot’s Amazing Festivals!

Each year Epcot holds four distinct festivals.  While these were originally developed to increase attendance in the park, many people now plan their Walt Disney World vacations around them. Best of all most of the events in these festivals are included in your park admission! Each year Epcot kicks off the year with the Epcot International Festival of the Arts.  In 2020, the dates are January 17-February 24th.  This festival features artists around the World Showcase, who display and sell visual art in many different forms.  Also included are performing arts, including High School bands and jazz ensembles, living [...]

By |2020-01-31T16:41:36-05:00January 31st, 2020|Disney Vacations, Epcot, Epcot Festivals, family vacations, Walt Disney World|
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Where Will You Go in 2020–Part 1!

In the travel industry, the first few months of the year is known as “wave season”.  This is the time where people begin to think about where they want to go for vacation.  Have you begun to plan your 2020 vacation?  Where will you go?  If you still haven’t decided, there are lots of new things happening at your favorite vacation destinations! Disneyland and Walt Disney World: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened in 2019 in Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World and the Disneyland park. You will be transported into the world of Star Wars!  There are two new attractions [...]

By |2020-01-11T11:57:42-05:00January 11th, 2020|All-inclusive Vacations, Disney Vacations, family vacations, Hollywood Studios, Jamaica, Sandals, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Universal Studios Orlando, Walt Disney World|
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Coming to Disney Parks-Part 2!

In our last article, I shared a lot of new things coming to some of your favorite Disney parks all over the world.  We're adding to that in this article with news about the Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney World. Disney Cruise Line The first of three new ships will be completed in 2021! This ship will be named the Wish, and the stern character on this ship will be Rapunzel.  The Wish will set sail in January 2022. There is also a new Disney port coming to the Bahamas! This new port will be called Eleuthera and will [...]

By |2019-10-22T21:21:07-05:00September 27th, 2019|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Walt Disney World|
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Coming to Disney Parks-Part 1!

On my visit to the D23 conference in August of this year, I was fortunate enough to be able to go to one of the panels I was looking forward to the most—the Disney parks panel!  As I told you in the last newsletter, this was the presentation on all of the new things coming to all of the Disney parks around the world!  I wanted to go into more detail about this panel, and let you know all of the new amazing things that will make you want to visit your favorite Disney parks again, or maybe all of [...]

By |2019-10-22T21:23:02-05:00September 20th, 2019|Disney Vacations, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, family vacations, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney|
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News from the D23 Expo

If you’re not familiar with the D23 Expo, then you’re in the right place!  First of all, D23 is the ultimate Disney fan club.  The name D23 refers to D for Disney and the year 1923, when Walt Disney arrived in California and founded the company.  They hold the D23 Expo every two years in Anaheim, California.  The expo is held in the Anaheim Convention Center, within walking distance of Disneyland. The 2019 event was from August 23-25.  You can purchase tickets for one day, or all three days.  I was fortunate to be able to attend all three days.  [...]

By |2019-10-22T20:36:06-05:00August 31st, 2019|D23 Expo, Disneyland, Walt Disney World|
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Beat the Heat with the Water Parks at Walt Disney World

We all know that Florida can get HOT in the summer months, and there’s no better way to cool off than at one of Disney’s water parks.  Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach are water parks that are not to be missed!  There is so much to see and do at these water parks that I recommend planning a free day to visit (or two to visit each one!). At Blizzard Beach there are three main areas with attractions to enjoy.  They have the green, purple and red slopes.  Each area has their own unique attractions for the family.  I love [...]

By |2019-10-22T20:18:33-05:00July 20th, 2019|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Walt Disney World, Water Parks|
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Survive the Summer Heat in Walt Disney World

You’ve decided to take the family to Walt Disney World—great!  Now you have to decide when to go.  If you don’t want to take the kids out of school, then you’re basically going to decide between holidays and the summer.  Summer seems to be the best time for your family, but you’re a little worried.  If you’ve ever visited Walt Disney World in the summer months, or Florida in general, you know it can be hot!  But you can plan an amazing vacation without completely melting by following a few tips. Take things at a slower pace. If you are [...]

By |2019-10-22T20:15:29-05:00June 29th, 2019|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Uncategorized, Walt Disney World|
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Top 5 Tips for Your Next Disney Cruise

If you've never been on a Disney cruise ship, you're really missing out! This is a cruise experience truly like no other. Of course the kids will love all of the activities especially for them, but there is also plenty to do for the adults! The food is simply gourmet. I've never had a bad meal on a Disney cruise ship! And the shows!! The shows are absolutely my favorite part of a Disney cruise. It's like going to a Broadway show every single night! The sets and costumes are just beautiful! You can make the most of your next [...]

By |2019-10-22T16:42:05-05:00February 25th, 2019|Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacations, family vacations|
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Toy Story Land is Now Open!

Disney has done it again! If you haven't heard yet, Toy Story Land opened in Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 30. This amazing new land will transport you into Andy's backyard, and make you feel as if you are one of the toys hanging out with Woody and Buzz Lightyear. There are two new attractions in Toy Story Land, in addition to Toy Story Mania which has always been a fan favorite. The new attractions are: Slinky Dog Dash is a family friendly coaster that takes you on a ride as Slinky Dog's coils twist and turn. You must be [...]

By |2019-10-22T16:37:14-05:00November 1st, 2018|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Hollywood Studios, Toy Story Land, Walt Disney World|
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Top Tips to Avoid the Crowds at Walt Disney World

I often have clients ask me when the least crowded time to visit Walt Disney World. The short answer is that there is never a time when the parks are empty! With Disney World gaining more and more popularity each year, there will always be crowds to deal with on your next vacation. But with some planning and preparation, you can still do everything you want on your next visit to the most magical place on Earth! Try some of these tips to beat the crowds on your next visit, to make your Disney vacation even more magical. Avoid the [...]

By |2019-10-22T16:25:47-05:00February 10th, 2018|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Walt Disney World|
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