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A Different Kind of Magic

admin2020-06-03T09:04:01-04:00

It’s no secret that things at the Disney Parks are going to look a little different for a while. Recently, Disney announced that with the reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort comes changes like temporarily suspending character experiences and fireworks, as well as shortened park hours. Does this mean the magic is gone? We don’t think so, and here’s why… It’s hard for us adults to wrap our minds around (and sometimes justify) taking our kiddos to [...]

A Different Kind of Magicadmin2020-06-03T09:04:01-04:00

Bringing Back the Magic

admin2020-06-02T08:55:47-04:00

Since March 12, I have received many emails starting “I am sorry, but we have to cancel” or even worse, sending an email, “I am sorry, Disney’s closure has been extended.” I have waited for this day since the initial closing announcement. I have never wanted to work more than I have during this time. I miss planning vacations. I miss getting to know people from around the country. I miss working with my clients to create a vacation [...]

Bringing Back the Magicadmin2020-06-02T08:55:47-04:00

A Review of the Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

admin2019-08-09T15:00:58-04:00

Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Villains After Hours event at Magic Kingdom (so much fun!). While planning for the last minute trip, I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to stay at the newly opened Gran Destino Tower located at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. For those not familiar, Coronado Springs falls into the moderate resort category and is located in the Animal Kingdom resort area. It was originally opened in August 1997, boasting a blend of Spanish, Mexican, [...]

A Review of the Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resortadmin2019-08-09T15:00:58-04:00

5 Fun Disney Springs Activities For Kids

admin2017-05-26T11:39:35-04:00

Disney Springs is a great place to head on the arrival day of your Disney World Vacation. No theme park tickets are required and is a great place for shopping, delicious food and treats and better yet, fun activities for your kids! While this list is not exhaustive of everything that you could do, it will give you a few of my, I mean, my kid’s favorites! Everyone loves Mr. Potato Head, I mean, what isn’t there to love? [...]

5 Fun Disney Springs Activities For Kidsadmin2017-05-26T11:39:35-04:00

3 Great Things About Minnie and Friends Breakfast at Disneyland’s Plaza Inn

admin2016-05-01T17:17:06-04:00

There are three great things about eating the breakfast buffet at Disneyland Park’s Plaza Inn. There is great history in the restaurant, delicious food, and delightful characters for you to meet. History: What better place to begin your day at the Disneyland Park than at one of the original restaurants! Plaza Inn, originally named the Red Wagon Inn and one of Walt Disney’s favorite places to dine in the park was decorated by Walt’s wife, Lillian Disney. She used Victorian [...]

3 Great Things About Minnie and Friends Breakfast at Disneyland’s Plaza Innadmin2016-05-01T17:17:06-04:00

2015 Disney World Holiday Party Dates

admin2015-02-25T14:50:46-05:00

2015 Disney World Holiday Party Dates have been released! 2015 dates have been released for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom. Dates for 2015 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party are: September 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27 October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 November 1 Dates for 2015 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are: November 8, 10, 12, [...]

2015 Disney World Holiday Party Datesadmin2015-02-25T14:50:46-05:00

Five fabulous things about New York City

admin2014-10-30T10:11:39-04:00

There are so many beautiful places to travel in the US. There are beautiful sunsets and mountains. There are great hiking trails and oceans in which to swim. But to me, one of the prettiest views is the outline of the New York City skyscrapers. I love New York! Give me a city street to hike, give me the stores to shop, the people to watch, and the buildings to explore. There is a great deal of history to learn [...]

Five fabulous things about New York Cityadmin2014-10-30T10:11:39-04:00

Top Attractions for Toddlers in Animal Kingdom

admin2014-09-29T08:41:01-04:00

Covering more than 500 acres with 250 different species and 1,700 animals, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is by size the largest park of the four that make up Disney World. Although it doesn’t have as many attractions as the other parks it more than makes up it for with animals. While it does have a few rides with height restrictions, many of the attractions here have none making it the perfect park for toddlers and it’s a bonus to me that [...]

Top Attractions for Toddlers in Animal Kingdomadmin2014-09-29T08:41:01-04:00

Save up to 30% on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels

admin2014-10-09T07:48:21-04:00

You can save up to 30%* on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels for stays most nights Jan. 5-March 28, 2015 when you book now-Dec. 29, 2014. Booking Window: Oct. 9-Dec. 29, 2014 Travel Window: Jan. 5-March 28, 2015 Save up to 20% off at a Value Resort Save up to 25% off at a Moderate Resort Save up to 30% off at a Deluxe Resort and Deluxe Villa Resort For a free no obligation quote contact us info@travelwiththemagic.com [...]

Save up to 30% on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotelsadmin2014-10-09T07:48:21-04:00

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

admin2014-08-14T14:30:22-04:00

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Magic Kingdom® Park Astro Orbiter The Yankee Trader First Aid Relocation Mickey's PhilharMagic Carousel of Progress Walt Disney World Railroad The Magic Carpet of Aladdin Cinderella's Royal Table Monorail - Monorail service will be adjusted on the Magic Kingdom Park and Epcot beams in order to accommodate the installation of a new state-of-the art train control system. As a result, monorail service will run from: 8:30 a.m.- midnight on the Magic Kingdom Resort beam 9:30 a.m.- [...]

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Scheduleadmin2014-08-14T14:30:22-04:00

Fall 2014 Free Dining plan offer at select Disney World Resorts

admin2014-05-07T07:27:50-04:00

Fall 2014 Free Dining plan offer at select Disney World Resorts You can get a FREE* Disney Dining Plan when they purchase a non-discounted 6-Night/7-Day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Disney Moderate, Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotels at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Or, you get a FREE* Quick-Service Dining Plan when they purchase a non-discounted 6-Night/7-Day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Disney Value Resort hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort. Offer valid for arrivals most [...]

Fall 2014 Free Dining plan offer at select Disney World Resortsadmin2014-05-07T07:27:50-04:00

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

admin2014-02-19T12:48:25-05:00

Magic Kingdom® Park Casey's Corner Splash Mountain Splashdown Photos Monorail - MK Express Pinocchio's Village Haus The Plaza Restaurant Tip Board Cart Big Thunder Mountain Pirates of the Caribbean 1/6/14 - 2/19/14 1/6/14 - 3/21/14 1/6/14 - 3/21/14 1/21/14 - 3/21/14 2/17/14 - 3/30/14 2/17/14 - 3/15/14 Closing permanently 2/26/14 4/7/14 - 4/9/14 4/28/14 - 5/1/14 Epcot® None Disney's Hollywood Studios® Backlot Tour 1/5/14 - 3/1/14 Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Festival of the Lion King 1/6/14 - TBD [...]

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Scheduleadmin2014-02-19T12:48:25-05:00

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishments

admin2013-12-16T11:02:39-05:00

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishments Magic Kingdom® Park Casey's Corner Tomorrowland Speedway Splash Mountain The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Liberty Square Riverboat Agrabah Bazaar Barnstormer 01/06/14 - 02/15/14 01/06/14 - 01/12/14 01/06/14 - 03/21/14 01/06/14 - 2/3/14 01/13/14 - 01/16/14 01/21/14 - 01/30/14 02/03/14 - 02/05/14 Disney's Hollywood Studios® Monsters, Inc Meet & Greet 01/05/14 - 01/19/14 Disney's Animal Kingdom® Kali River Rapids Festival of the Lion King Camp Minnie-Mickey 12/02/13 - 12/13/13 01/06/2014 01/06/2014 Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water [...]

Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishmentsadmin2013-12-16T11:02:39-05:00

New packages at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique celebrate Disney’s Frozen

admin2013-11-13T14:25:24-05:00

New packages were recently introduced that celebrate the upcoming release of Disney’s Frozen at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. The “Frozen” package includes your choice of the Anna or Elsa wigs, plus shimmering makeup, face gems, nail polish, a Princess sash and a Princess cinch bag. For an additional fee, you can add the Anna or Elsa costume and crown plus the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique imaging package to the “Frozen” package. The limited time package ends on January 3, 2014, or while supplies last. [...]

New packages at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique celebrate Disney’s Frozenadmin2013-11-13T14:25:24-05:00

Sofia the First Makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

admin2013-09-30T20:53:36-04:00

In July, Disney debuted a new makeover at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Downtown Disney based on Disney’s newest little Princess – Sofia the First. The Sofia package includes "Sofia the First" hairstyling, shimmering makeup, nail polish, face gem, Princess sash, Princess cinch bag, a crown and hair bow. Currently, the Sofia package is available only at the Downtown Disney location. When we first checked in, my girls were given a royal notification of their appointment (it was as surprise!) [...]

Sofia the First Makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiqueadmin2013-09-30T20:53:36-04:00

Updated MyMagic+ Guest Test Opportunities

admin2013-10-01T13:06:34-04:00

Guests are invited to participate in MyMagic+ tests based on arrival date and the Disney Resort hotel included in their reservation. Please see below list of eligible Walt Disney World® Resort hotels and applicable arrival dates: Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels NOW - Nov. 30 Oct.7 - Nov. 30 Oct. 14 - Nov. 30 Oct. 21 - Nov. 30 Disney's Contemporary Resort Disney's Pop Century Resort Disney's Yacht Club Resort Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge & Jambo House Disney's Art [...]

Updated MyMagic+ Guest Test Opportunitiesadmin2013-10-01T13:06:34-04:00

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort

admin2013-09-09T21:14:18-04:00

I recently spent a few nights at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort in Florida. This is a DVC or Disney Vacation Club property and if you are not sure what that is then you can click here. We had never stayed at this resort before and it was very nice. The lobby and pool area are very nice. The gem here is the beach and it was spectacular. We checked in late in the day so our room was ready. We [...]

Disney’s Vero Beach Resortadmin2013-09-09T21:14:18-04:00

Limited Time Magic – July 27 – August 2, 2013

admin2013-07-27T23:42:42-04:00

New! Return of the Monstrous Eye Scream Sundae By popular demand, Limited Time Magic is bringing back the Monstrous Eye-Scream Sundae to Magic Kingdom Park. This delicious treat includes two scoops of Mint Chip Ice Cream, hot fudge, topped with whipped cream, cookie horns, a chocolate eye and sprinkles in a waffle cup. You can find this monstrous treats at The Plaza Restaurant and Plaza Ice Cream Cone Shop. New! "American Idol Live" Celebrity Motorcade The American Idol [...]

Limited Time Magic – July 27 – August 2, 2013admin2013-07-27T23:42:42-04:00

Disney Cruise Line Announces 2014 Itineraries

admin2012-12-04T15:51:47-05:00

Disney Cruise line has announced itineraries for the first part of 2014! During the first part of 2014, the Disney Magic will be returning to Port Canaveral, FL, joining the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. The Disney Wonder will homeport in Miami. Caribbean and Bahamas from Port Canaveral Every cruise departing from Port Canaveral includes a stop at Castaway Cay. Three-night Bahamian - Rates start at $420 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy. Ports: Port Canaveral, Nassau, [...]

Disney Cruise Line Announces 2014 Itinerariesadmin2012-12-04T15:51:47-05:00

Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy Itineraries for 2013

admin2011-10-18T16:33:55-04:00

The Disney Fantasy will offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, while the Disney Dream will continue to sail 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian cruises. Both ships depart from Port Canaveral, Fla., and include a stop at our own private island paradise, Disney’s Castaway Cay. https://www.travelwiththemagic.com/2013DCLItinFlier.pdf For a free quote on our free Disney vacation planning services contact us at info@travelwiththemagic.com or fill out our free quote form today!

Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy Itineraries for 2013admin2011-10-18T16:33:55-04:00

2011 Candlelight Processional Dining packages

admin2019-05-29T13:44:45-04:00

Lunch and Dinner Packages Lunch Packages range from $32.99–$53.99 for Guests 10+, and $12.99–$17.99 for Guests 3–9 Participating restaurants include: Biergarten Restaurant, Coral Reef Restaurant, Le Cellier Steakhouse, Les Chefs de France, Nine Dragons Restaurant, Restaurant Marrakesh, Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room, San Angel Inn, Teppan Edo, Tokyo Dining, Tutto Italia Ristorante and Via Napoli. Dinner Packages range from $49.99–$64.99 for Guests 10+, and $15.99–$26.99 for Guests 3–9 Participating restaurants include: Biergarten Restaurant, Coral Reef Restaurant, The Garden [...]

2011 Candlelight Processional Dining packagesadmin2019-05-29T13:44:45-04:00

Photos from Disney’s Polynesian Resort

admin2011-05-21T21:23:59-04:00

I had a client just return from a stay at Disney's Polynesian Resort and they took some fabulous pictures. He was nice of enough to send them over to me today and here they are:

Photos from Disney’s Polynesian Resortadmin2011-05-21T21:23:59-04:00

2011 Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween party dates released

admin2011-05-02T21:11:14-04:00

Dates & Times for the 2011 Mickey's Not so Scary Halloween party September 2011: 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 October 2011 : 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31 November 2011 : 1st Hours: 7:00 pm – midnight with the parade at 8:15 pm and 10:30 pm and fireworks at 9:30 pm. For more information about the Mickey's not so scary Halloween Party and planning a Disney vacation contact us [...]

2011 Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween party dates releasedadmin2011-05-02T21:11:14-04:00

Fastpass to meet Mickey Mouse?

admin2011-02-24T12:21:38-05:00

Not sure if I like this .... Magic Kingdom Guests Will Be Able To Determine a Time To Meet with Mickey Mouse Beginning Later This Spring LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really "hot ticket" in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it's a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to meet with Mickey Mouse. When meet-and-greets with Mickey move [...]

Fastpass to meet Mickey Mouse?admin2011-02-24T12:21:38-05:00

Day 5 #31DBBB: Email a Blog Reader

Kelly H Russo2020-08-10T12:29:02-04:00

Good Afternoon, So today is day 5 of the challenge and as I do not write on this blog that much I do not get alot of interaction with others. I did email Brittany from Mommy Words the other day after she posted about my elevator pitch. I really like her blog and the fact that she likes Disney. I posting about today's assignment on Twitter last night and Carrie from Carrie Actually told me to that I could read [...]

Day 5 #31DBBB: Email a Blog ReaderKelly H Russo2020-08-10T12:29:02-04:00

Disney World Resort Rufurbishments

Kelly H Russo2019-05-16T14:28:47-04:00

Disney Resort Refurbishments Disney's BoardWalk Resort Keister Coaster at Luna Park: 06/15/09 - 06/17/09 The pool's water slide, Keister Coaster will be closed to Guests. The Luna Park pool will remain open during this time. Stormalong Bay pool at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort will be available for enjoyment. Shuttle transportation will be made available during this timeframe for Guests wishing to take advantage of the nearby pool experience. In addition, Guests can also enjoy the two leisure pools located [...]

Disney World Resort RufurbishmentsKelly H Russo2019-05-16T14:28:47-04:00

Current Disney World Theme Park refurbishments

Kelly H Russo2009-07-24T19:43:43-04:00

Park Refurbishment Magic Kingdom® Park The Hall of Presidents 11/01/08 - 07/03/09 Space Mountain 04/19/09 - 11/21/09 Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.(Arcade) 04/19/09 - 11/21/09 Tomorrowland Transit Authority 04/19/09 - 08/24/09 Liberty Square Riverboat 09/13/09 - 09/19/09 Epcot® None Disney's Hollywood StudiosTM Sounds Dangerous - Temporarily Closed Operates Seasonally starting 01/04/09 Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park None Typhoon Lagoon None Blizzard Beach None [...]

Current Disney World Theme Park refurbishmentsKelly H Russo2009-07-24T19:43:43-04:00

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