September 2016

2016 September, 30

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2016-09-30T11:18:34-04:00September 30, 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 September 28, 2016 Magic Kingdom® Park Swiss Family Treehouse Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Liberty Square Riverboat Walt Disney World Railroad Hall of Presidents Jul.6 - Sep. 29, 2016 Aug. 8 - Nov. 18, 2016 Jan. 3 - 12, 2017 Jan. 9 - Feb. 16, 2017 Jan. 17 - Jun. 29, 2017 Epcot None Disney’s Hollywood Studios Pizza Planet Rock N Roller Coaster Jan. 19 - Late 2016 Oct. 27 - Nov. 9, 2016 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Dinosaur DINO Institute Shop Jul. 25 - Oct. 16, 2016 Jul. 25 - Oct. 16, [...]

2016 September, 29

Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland Resort

travelmagicstg2016-09-29T06:00:33-04:00September 29, 2016|Disney News|0 Comments

Halloween at any Disney theme park is an exciting time, and fun for the entire family. But if you're willing and able to travel to Japan, you're in for a very special treat! Halloween has only been celebrated here for the past twenty years or so, but the people have really embraced the holiday in a big way. I visited there during September, and had an amazing time! I wanted to share with you: 5 Fantastic Things about Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland Resort The Decorations. The whole park is pristine and clean, which makes their decorations really pop! From the [...]

2016 September, 27

10 Halloween Activities for Your Fall Disney World Vacation

travelmagicstg2016-09-27T06:00:17-04:00September 27, 2016|Disney Travel|0 Comments

The fall is my absolute favorite time to visit Walt Disney World. The decor, the seasonal treats, and the Halloween fun are the BEST! Which of these will you be adding to your Disney Halloween must-do list? Minnie's Seasonal Dine at Hollywood and Vine! From September 12th until November 6th join Minnie and friends for a frightfully festive Halloween dinner party. Delicious food and fun character costumes will not disappoint! Club Villain! Sunset Showcase proudly presents this special ticketed event where you will be "dancin' and chillin' with Disney Villains." A scrumptious New Orleans menu is served along with chilling [...]

2016 September, 22

Universal Islands of Adventure Jurassic Park

travelmagicstg2023-10-04T16:32:03-04:00September 22, 2016|Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

At Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park, you’ll find thrills of all kinds from superheroes to the Wizarding World, and even the prehistoric variety. In Jurassic Park, you can come face to face with the dinosaurs, just as John Hammond intended. When you enter through the gates at Jurassic Park, the movie’s iconic theme song will immediately be playing in your head. You’ll wonder how Universal transported everything from that mysterious island to southern Florida! One of the more interactive areas in Jurassic Park is the Jurassic Park Discovery Center. In the Center, you’ll experience and learn about the science [...]

2016 September, 20

5 Hip Reasons to Stay at the Hard Rock Hotel, Universal Orlando

travelmagicstg2016-09-20T06:00:31-04:00September 20, 2016|Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

Hip Hotels help create a truly memorable, unique experience for the traveler. And the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is the Hippest Hotel that Universal has to offer! Here are my Top 5 Hits of the Hard Rock Hotel that will keep you coming back! The Atmosphere The rock-and-roll theme envelopes you from the minute you step into the lobby! Throughout the hotel, the furnishings, music, bathrooms, and memorabilia create a truly unique place to stay. The Pool With its 12,000-square-foot pool area, guests are treated to the largest heated pool at Universal, a fun sandy beach and 12 [...]

2016 September, 19

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2016-09-19T22:30:53-04:00September 19, 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 September 19, 2016 Magic Kingdom® Park Swiss Family Treehouse Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Jul.6 - Sep. 29, 2016 Aug. 8 - Nov. 18, 2016 Epcot None Disney’s Hollywood Studios Pizza Planet Rock N Roller Coaster Jan. 19 - Late 2016 Oct. 27 - Nov. 9, 2016 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Dinosaur DINO Institute Shop Jul. 25 - Oct. 16, 2016 Jul. 25 - Oct. 16, 2016 Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Annual Refurbishment Oct. 23, 2016 - Dec. 24, 2016 Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Annual Refurbishment Dec. 25, 2016 - Mar. [...]

2016 September, 15

Disney Resorts: Old Key West vs. Saratoga Springs

travelmagicstg2016-09-15T06:00:14-04:00September 15, 2016|Disney Travel|0 Comments

Disney’s Old Key West and Saratoga Springs Resorts There are 2 Resorts at Walt Disney World that often have last minute availability AND are cheaper per night than most other Deluxe Resorts. I get a lot of questions about these properties so here are some basic pros and cons about each. The bottom line: These are great options for large families, last minute travelers, and/or those wishing for a slower, relaxing Disney Vacation. Old Key West is the very first Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Resort. In fact, it used to be called THE Disney Vacation Club resort. Old Key West [...]

2016 September, 13

5 Tips for Arrival Day at Walt Disney World

travelmagicstg2023-09-29T18:36:54-04:00September 13, 2016|Disney World|0 Comments

For most travelers, your arrival time to Walt Disney World will not be first thing in the morning. Depending on where you are traveling from, you may arrive around lunch, or sometimes in the afternoon. I know you may be ready to start your vacation and ride some rides, but hang tight! If you are traveling with kids who have had to sit still for hours, the last thing they will want to do is stand in long afternoon lines for rides. Plus, it’s a shame to waste a whole day of park tickets for just a few hours, so [...]

2016 September, 8

Frozen Pre-Show Package Will Melt Your Heart!

travelmagicstg2023-09-29T18:36:42-04:00September 8, 2016|Disneyland|0 Comments

There’s a show at Disneyland California Adventure that will melt your frozen heart! It’s Frozen Live at the Hyperion Theater! This new show will dazzle you with its’ retelling of Disney’s newest classic movie. The costumes and the characters and the set are like nothing you’ve ever seen. Anna and Elsa fans will fall in love with this stage production. Without giving too much away about the show (because it’s amazing, an absolute must see!), I’m going to share with you an opportunity you have to enhance your experience of the Frozen performance. It’s the Frozen Pre-Show Package. You [...]

2016 September, 6

10 Tips for Your First Disney World Vacation

travelmagicstg2023-09-29T18:36:25-04:00September 6, 2016|Disney Travel|0 Comments

Planning your first trip to Walt Disney World can be overwhelming. I remember feeling that way when we decided to take our family for the first time. I had been there before, but so much had changed and bringing my kids would make it a whole new experience. Here are 10 tips that will help when you begin planning and ensure you will get the most out of your first vacation. Stay in a Disney Resort Hotel. When it’s your first time at Walt Disney World, staying on Disney property adds an extra element of magic and convenience to [...]