August 2016

2016 August, 4

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2016-08-04T12:43:03-04:00August 4, 2016|Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs, Disney Travel, Disney World, Disney World Resort Refurbishments, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Resorts, Theme Park Refurbishments|0 Comments

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule as of August 4, 2016 Magic Kingdom® Park Monorail - The Walt Disney World® Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If Guests plan to use this form of transportation during their visit they should check to be sure of the best option available on their day of travel, as alternative transportation options will be available. Now through Summer 2016 Swiss Family Treehouse Liberty Square Riverboat Big Thunder Mountain Railroad "it's a small world" Jul.6 - Sep. 24, 2016 Aug. 1 - 7, 2016 Aug. 8 - Nov. 18, [...]

2016 August, 4

How (and When) to use Rider Switch at Walt Disney World

travelmagicstg2016-08-04T06:00:20-04:00August 4, 2016|Disney Travel|0 Comments

There have been some changes made to the Rider Switch Service since the writing of this blog. Please see the updated info as of July 2018 here. This free service for families with young children is often overlooked. Using it correctly can enhance your vacation and take some stress out of your park days while saving valuable time. If guests in your party can’t or don’t want to board an attraction, you don’t have to miss out! If a child does not meet the height requirement or a guest does not wish to board a particular attraction, no problem! With Rider [...]

2016 August, 3

Disney Florida Resident Passholders

travelmagicstg2016-08-03T06:00:54-04:00August 3, 2016|Disney World|0 Comments

My family has been Disney Florida resident passholders since 2002. We live two hours south of Walt Disney World and try to go as often as we can. Florida Residents have 6 options when it comes to annual passes; Platinum Plus, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Weekday Select, and The Epcot after 4 Pass. My family chose The Silver Pass, which is blocked out during the busiest times of the year, because we prefer to go during the off season. With so many options it can be a bit confusing. Here is a breakdown of each option so you can choose the best [...]

2016 August, 2

Universal’s Flight of the Hippogriff: Ride it or skip it?

travelmagicstg2016-08-02T06:00:53-04:00August 2, 2016|Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

I’m a wimp when it comes to roller coasters. Let’s just get that out there. I’m not quite sure why I’ve always avoided them. I don’t remember getting sick following a ride in my childhood. I’ve just always avoided them. I’ve watched videos of rollercoaster rides and that alone puts a pit in my stomach. SO. I. SIMPLY. DON’T. RIDE. THEM. While this seems to bother my family and friends, it’s never bothered me. Until recently. I had the opportunity to go to Universal Orlando and visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I’m a fairly recent fan of [...]