February 2018

2018 February, 27

Universal’s Sapphire Falls Resort -A Review for Families

travelmagicstg2023-10-06T22:24:08-04:00February 27, 2018|Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

I recently booked a stay at Universal’s newest on-site hotel, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, for my family. I liked it, my husband loved it, and my toddler and baby enjoyed it. I thought I’d share some pros and cons and a few tips if you are considering a stay at Sapphire Falls. Facts: Sapphire Falls is Universal Orlando’s newest resort hotel and the first “moderate” level resort. Universal calls it a Preferred Level resort. Express Passes are not included in your Sapphire Falls stay like they are at Royal Pacific (the other Preferred Level resort) or the 2 Premier resorts [...]

2018 February, 20

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on the Disney Dream

travelmagicstg2023-10-06T22:23:36-04:00February 20, 2018|Disney Cruise Line, Disney Dream|0 Comments

Every child should get to feel like a princess (or pirate!) on a Disney cruise, and Disney has now made a way for your kids to get the makeover of a lifetime while sailing the high seas. Modeled after the locations in Walt Disney World, enter in to a beautiful room full of royalty and sophistication as you get ready for your royal dinner in one of the main dining rooms. There are several stations with salon chairs, and ample seating for others behind them so you can see while your child’s Fairy Godmother-in-Training does her magic. Beautiful ball gowns are showcased [...]

2018 February, 13

5 Tips to Help Get You Out Your Disney Resort Door AND to Rope Drop

travelmagicstg2018-02-13T06:00:04-05:00February 13, 2018|Disney News|0 Comments

First and foremost, what the heck is rope drop and why, oh why do I want to get up early on my Disney vacation to get there? Rope drop is Disney lingo for park opening. The reason why you want and should get up early (sigh... I know, I know!) to get to rope drop is because you will experience lighter crowds the first few hours of park opening. This means your family will be able to experience more attractions/rides with lesser wait times! Score! I myself am cursed blessed with early-rising kids. We have no problems getting [...]

2018 February, 11

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2018-02-11T19:50:11-05:00February 11, 2018|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 February 11, 2018 Magic Kingdom® Park Liberty Square Riverboat Pirates of the Caribbean Cinderella's Royal Table 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. 8 - TBD Feb. 26 - Mar. 18, 2018 Feb. 28 - Mar. 2, 2018 Ongoing until further notice Epcot The American [...]

2018 February, 7

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2018-02-07T13:08:17-05:00February 7, 2018|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 February 6, 2018 Magic Kingdom® Park Liberty Square Riverboat Pirates of the Caribbean Cinderella's Royal Table 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. 8 - TBD Feb. 26 - Mar. 18, 2018 Feb. 28 - Mar. 2, 2018 Ongoing until further notice Epcot The American [...]

2018 February, 6

The Best Attraction in Harambe Part 1: The History of Kilimanjaro Safaris

travelmagicstg2023-10-06T22:22:11-04:00February 6, 2018|Animal Kingdom|0 Comments

Walt Disney was an animal lover and it was always his dream to have live animals in the parks. In fact, the original concepts of the Jungle Cruise and the Enchanted Tiki Room had live animals instead of the audio-animatronics that you see today. Unfortunately, Imagineers at that time couldn’t find a safe way to use live animals in an attraction. In April 1998, Walt’s dream was finally brought to life when Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida opened its gates. Animals from all over the world were brought to the park to showcase their beauty and educate guests of the [...]

2018 February, 1

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

travelmagicstg2018-02-01T09:43:22-05:00February 1, 2018|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 January 30, 2018 Magic Kingdom® Park Splash Mountain Liberty Square Riverboat Pirates of the Caribbean Cinderella's Royal Table 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. 8 - Feb. 1, 2018 Jan. 8 - TBD Feb. 26 - Mar. 18, 2018 Feb. 28 - Mar. 2, 2018 [...]