July 2017

2017 July, 27

Disney’s Blizzard Beach With Small Kids

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:32:57-04:00July 27, 2017|Disney Travel|0 Comments

A lot of people skip over the water parks when they go to Walt Disney world, especially families with young children. Some think there wouldn’t be much for them to do, however, there is SO MUCH for little ones at Disney’s Blizzard Beach, my two year old loves it! First of all, there is a whole toddler/preschool play area called Tike’s Peak. It if off to the right after you come in the gates. There are plenty of chairs over there for mom and dad as well, and lots of shade! Not only do they have a zero entry kiddie [...]

2017 July, 26

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2017-07-26T13:57:59-04:00July 26, 2017|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 July 26, 2017 Magic Kingdom® Park Hall of Presidents Liberty Square Riverboat Splash Mountain 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. Jan. 17 - TBD Aug. 1 - 10, 2017 Aug. 28 - Nov 16, 2017 Through Aug. 30, 2017 Epcot Mission: SPACE Advanced Training Lab [...]

2017 July, 25

A Fixer Upper Vacation

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:32:05-04:00July 25, 2017|Travel Destinations|0 Comments

Have you seen the HGTV show called Fixer Upper? If you haven’t and have no idea what I’m talking about, then don’t waste your time reading this article. But, if you’re one of the thousands who are glued to their television every time Chip and Joanna Gaines come on the show to transform a house in the Waco, Texas area for someone, read on because you might just want to adjust your Vacation Plans from some high priced destination to the sleepy little town of Waco. Some of you may even be a fan of the Fixer Upper television [...]

2017 July, 20

Cruising with Kids on NCL Epic

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:22:40-04:00July 20, 2017|Travel Destinations|0 Comments

Cruising NCL with kids is an amazing experience. The NCL Epic is a great ship for families and multigenerational trips. Here are some wonderful things about cruising with kids on this ship. Youth Programs – NCL’s Youth Program is divided into groups: Guppies (ages 6 months to 3 years), Splash Academy (ages 3 – 12 years), and Entourage (ages 13 – 17 years). The Splash Academy is further divided by age: Turtles (ages 3 – 5 years), Seals (ages 6 – 9 years), and Dolphins (ages 10 – 12 years). On the NCL Epic, there is not a nursery for [...]

2017 July, 19

A Taste of the Caribbean at Universal’s Sapphire Falls Resort

travelmagicstg2017-07-19T06:00:44-04:00July 19, 2017|Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

I recently stayed at Universal’s newest resort, Sapphire Falls. It really brings the Caribbean and a bright, fresh experience to your vacation! And here are my Top 5 Reasons to stay. The Lobby is large, open and inviting… With Charging Stations and plenty of open seating, it’s a great place to meet your family and friends before or after your day at the parks. Cheerful, vibrant rooms I loved the color scheme in the rooms! The crisp white with the bright lime green, royal blue and pink gave you a very cool, relaxing feeling…. like I was on “Island [...]

2017 July, 18

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2017-07-18T12:19:42-04:00July 18, 2017|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 July 18, 2017 Magic Kingdom® Park Hall of Presidents Liberty Square Riverboat Splash Mountain 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. Jan. 17 - TBD Aug. 1 - 10, 2017 Aug. 28 - Nov 16, 2017 Through Jul. 26, 2017 Epcot Mission: SPACE Advanced Training Lab [...]

2017 July, 18

Planning a Walt Disney World & Universal Vacation
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Planning a Walt Disney World & Universal Vacation

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Planning a Walt Disney World & Universal Vacation

travelmagicstg2017-07-18T06:00:47-04:00July 18, 2017|Travel Destinations|0 Comments

Having a hard time deciding between taking a vacation to Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando? Why not visit both? If you want to spend a few days at Walt Disney World and a few days at Universal, you can easily split your vacation between the two. If possible, I suggest devoting a day to each theme park. Walt Disney World has 4 parks - Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom. Universal Orlando has 3 parks - Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios and Volcano Bay. Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel and Universal Orlando Resort [...]

2017 July, 14

3 Reasons to Use Disney’s New Express Transportation

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:35:07-04:00July 14, 2017|Disney World|0 Comments

Express Transportation is Disney’s newest way to keep you moving while at the Parks! It is so easy to add to your theme park tickets, and we loved using it on our recent trip! Here are my 3 reasons you need to add this on your next trip! Easy to Add Just stop by the Concierge Desk at your Resort to add the Express Transportation to your Magic Bands. If you aren’t staying at a Disney Resort, or you went straight to the parks, you can stop by the Express Transportation Booth at all four parks. Skip The Lines / [...]

2017 July, 13

4 Reasons to Attend the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party!

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:17:27-04:00July 13, 2017|Hollywood Studios|0 Comments

I always loved doing the Dessert Parties during Star Wars Weekend, so I was excited to try this new opportunity at Hollywood Studios! Here are my 4 Reasons you should do it too! It’s Inside: Moving the Dessert Party inside means you don’t have to worry about rain or inclement weather! We are in Florida and you never know when the next thunderstorm will roll through or an unexpected freeze will occur in the winter. If the fireworks are canceled, you still will be able to enjoy the exclusive Star Wars Party! The Launch Bay was the perfect place to [...]

2017 July, 11

Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout, Disney’s California Adventure’s Newest Attraction!

travelmagicstg2023-10-05T17:13:18-04:00July 11, 2017|Disneyland|0 Comments

Disney’s California Adventure newest ride, Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout open officially opened to the public on May 27, 2017. This highly anticipated attraction is everything you imagine it to be and more. You must ride this ride several times to get the full effect, six times to be exact. There are 6 different songs that play along with six different rider profiles. These experiences are unique. Playlist includes all the classics from the 60’s, 70’s, and early 80’s music also played during the moving the Guardian of the Galaxy movie 2 “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” [...]