Lisa at Pure Magic Vacations

06/20/2024

🟢⚫️ Oogie Boogie Bash Tickets will be available beginning June 27th ⚫️🟢

The event will kick off August 23rd and will take place on select nights through October 31st 🎃

Here’s what you can expect at this VERY popular and crowd favorite event:

🎃 Themed Treats - whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savoury or looking to refresh with a beverage (alcoholic or non) there are plenty of exclusive and themed goodies to choose from!

🎃 Photo Opportunities - make sure to strike your spookiest pose for multiple photo-ops all around the park or with your favourite characters! 📸

🎃 Exclusive Character Meetings - at this event you will have the opportunity to meet some of your favourite (and more rare) Disney friends, last year we saw friends like Minnie, Daisy & Clarabelle as the Sanderson Sisters, Bruno (but we don’t talk about it) and Lotso!

🎃 Entertainment - Choose to enjoy Mickey’s Trick and Treat show as well as the Frightfully Fun Parade which features the Headless Horseman 🐴
However, keep your eyes peeled you never know who might pop up while wandering around!

🎃Attractions - many attractions around the park will join in on the festive fun with Halloween overlays such as Guardian of the Galaxy: Monsters After Dark and Maters Graveyard JamBOOree

Take advantage of multiple special offers that will have you saving and enjoying the Halloween season at Disneyland Resort - contact me for more information! 🦇

05/06/2024

The return of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party has been announced for the 2024 spooky season! 👻
This years festivities will begin August 9th and continue on select nights until October 31st! Tickets will go on sale May 8th for those staying at a Walt Disney World Resort or May 15th 🎉

This year I am excited to share that there are new offerings that I for one can’t wait to see!

1️⃣ New Costumes for our Favorite Disney Pals
Mickey and Minnie will greet guests with brand-new neon spiderweb attire.

2️⃣ More Villains Sightings
Throughout the event you’ll have even more opportunities to spot your favorite sinister villains and ghoulish foes - pose for your selfie 📸

3️⃣ DescenDANCE Party
Bust out your best moves for this dance party located in Tomorrowland inspired by the upcoming movie Descendants: The Rise of Red

4️⃣ Bruno Madrigal Joins the Fun!
It’s time to talk about Bruno! For the first time during the party, guests can meet Bruno alongside Mirabel at their Casita in Fairytale Garden.

5️⃣ Earlier Option for Mickey’s Boo to You Parade
Heading to the party with littles? You’ll be pleased to know that you can enjoy an earlier parade if you plan to head back early!

🕸 Contact me today to get your tickets purchased before they sell out! [[email protected]]

04/29/2024

Some exciting news about what’s to come at Universal Orlando Resort and I can’t wait to share it all with you 😍😍😍

1️⃣ Dreamworks Land - debuting June 14th
“Get ready to play in a colorful, imaginative new land at Universal Studios Florida! Meet Shrek and splash in his swamp. Scream with laughter on the Trollercoaster. And learn kung fu moves with Po.”

2️⃣ Universal Mega Movie Parade - debuting July 3rd
“Your favorite characters leap off screen onto the streets for a daytime parade. Feel the roar of the T. rex, enjoy the adventure of E.T., embrace your true colors with Trolls and more. On select days.”

3️⃣ Cinesational – A Symphonic Spectacular - debuting June 14th
“Thrill to a cinematic journey with stirring soundtracks evoking the mystery and magic of Harry Potter™, the pulse-pounding thrills of Jurassic World and the gripping suspense of Jaws. On select nights.”

4️⃣ Hogwarts Always - debuting June 14th
“Delight in the nighttime extravaganza, Hogwarts™ Always, an incredible new projection show. Enjoy a journey through iconic moments of a year at the beloved school of witchcraft and wizardry, all set against the majestic background of Hogwarts™ castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade™. On select nights.”

⁉️ What are you most excited for?

04/23/2024

It’s official, the tastiest festival around is returning for 2024 🍽️🎉
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will be returning August 29th - November 23rd ! 🍷

Each year this festival brings delicious eats inspired by cuisines around the world 🌍
Festival favorites tend to return each year and there are new spectacular dishes to try as well! 🎉

Picky eater? Don’t drink alcohol? Doesn’t matter - this festival offers something for everyone so all guests can find something delicious to enjoy! 🎉

Lets talk about getting your next visit to Walt Disney World scheduled now so you can enjoy this years festival! ✈️

03/14/2024

🚢 Disney Cruise Line has released their 2025 summer itineraries, offering unforgettable family vacations around the world!

Itinerary options include The Bahamas and Caribbean, Alaska and for the first time ever, European sailings to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe on board the Disney Fantasy.☀️🌎

‼️Bookings open to the public on March 22, 2024.

Early booking windows for Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members and select other affinity groups:
🔹Pearl Castaway Club Members: March 18
🔹Platinum Castaway Club Members, Golden Oak and Club 33 Members: March 19
🔹Gold Castaway Club Members: March 20
🔹Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club and Adventure Insiders: March 21

03/07/2024

Disneyland’s newly refurbished hotel is now open, get ready to explore the Pixar Place Hotel! ❤️💛💙

Here’s what you can expect at this fully transformed property:

❤️ The lobby is filled with unique Pixar inspired art and decor and guests will be greeted by the iconic Pixar Lamp and Luxo Ball!

💛 Guest rooms feature iconic Pixar characters from the concept art headboards to the pillows and lamps resembling the classic Pixar icons

💙 The Finding Nemo splash pad, Nemo’s Cove is a rooftop oasis that also consists of Crush’s Surfin Slide!

❤️ Also along the rooftop is comfortable seating and fire pits that resemble those characters known for their fiery personalities like Anger & Jack Jack!

💛 The new gift shop has a fun play on words title “STOR-E” just like the beloved Pixar film “WALL-E”

💙 We are also so excited for the newest dining option, Great Maple. It provides upscale comfort food for all three meals a day! Guests can also opt for “Sketch Pad Cafe” - a grab and go option!

❤️ My absolute favorite detail of this brand new hotel has to be the piano player in the lobby, Joe. This is the character from the Disney Pixar film “Soul” who plays daily music for guests just as he would in the movie!

📲 Want to stay in this completely renovated, unique and fun hotel? Contact me today so we can get your vacation on the books!

02/29/2024

🚢 Splash around aboard the Disney Wonder!
With so much to do on a Disney Cruise, sometimes you may feel like you just want to soak up the sun and get refreshed by the pool - the Disney Wonder has pretty awesome options to do just that! ☀️

💦 Goofy’s Pool: features a main pool and two whirlpool spas - this is where you may also find cast members hosting activities or Disney movies playing on the Funnel Vision screen!

💦 AquaLab: this play zone features dumping paint cans, shower heads, leaking pipes, wheels and levers that “control” the AquaLab and much more got little ones to enjoy and play!
Also found here is the Twist’n’Spout double looping waterslide for those older travelers!

💦 Dory’s Reef: this cutely themed area is perfect got this little cruisers to splash around in!

02/23/2024

Save up to 15% off select rooms at a Disneyland Resort hotel on Sunday through Thursday nights from March 11 to June 6, 2024. 🎉🎉🎉

Reach out to get your Disneyland trip booked.
The happiest place on earth is waiting for you ✨

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02/22/2024

Happy National Margarita Day 🍹

🌐On your next visit to Epcot, be sure to make a stop at the Mexico Pavilion to kick off your adventure around the world. Here you will find the ever so popular Choza de Margarita that offers a selection of frozen and on the rocks drinks you won’t want to miss. 🍹
I bet you won’t find better tequila offerings than right here in the Mexico Pavilion!🇲🇽

💡TRAVEL TIP: If you are a Canadian who plans to enjoy an alcoholic beverage while visiting Walt Disney World, be sure to take note of the acceptable forms of ID. You can take a photo of your passport and carry around a second form of government issued ID or carry around your original passport.

02/19/2024

💥✨ Experience the Superhero Life at Disney's Contemporary Resort – Incredibles Themed
Rooms Unveiled! ✨🚀

Hey superheroes and Disney dreamers! Ready to add a dash of incredible to your stay at Disney's Contemporary Resort? Get ready to be immersed in the world of The Incredibles with newly unveiled themed rooms! 🎉

🌟 Step into your very own superhero hideout where the magic of Pixar comes to life. The Incredibles-themed rooms are a celebration of style, adventure, and family – inspired by the iconic characters we all know and love! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

🛌 From stylish décor featuring Incredibles motifs to custom artwork showcasing your favorite superhero family in action, every detail transports you into the heart of their extraordinary world. It's not just a room; it's a staycation like no other!

Watch out for nods to Edna Mode's impeccable fashion sense and Jack-Jack's mischievous antics throughout the room. It's these playful touches that make the experience truly super! 👶👗

02/17/2024

Aboard the Disney Wish, you will find The Bayou.
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Here you’ll find southern hospitality, live music and spirited cocktails 🍹
You will also find famous beignets which I recommend enjoying with a rich hot chocolate ☕️

This adults only lounge will transport you to the beautiful bayous of New Orleans from the famous Disney classic - Princess and the Frog 💚

02/14/2024

❤️🩷🤍 it’s the season of love and you can expect to see the red’s and pink’s and hearts and kisses on everything from merchandise to delicious treats!

🧁As always, you can expect to find plenty of yummy and gorgeous Valentine’s Day snacks around Walt Disney World! This year the culinary team has gone all out all over again with themed deliciousness - here’s a few I would be most excited to see and try:

❤️Zebra Mousse Cake: Amarula mousse and chocolate sponge inspired by the iconic Zebra Domes
🩷Raspberry Macaron Heart: Macaron filled with raspberry cream and a passion fruit curd
❤️Stitch and Angel Date Night Cupcakes: Vanilla cupcakes with fillings inspired by classic pairings: chocolate and peanut butter mousse filling and peanut butter mousse and jelly filling
🩷Valentine Float: DOLE Whip Raspberry with Rosa Regale Sparkling Red topped with raspberries and strawberries

🍰The list could go on and on but a debate that needs to be settled… What is the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat?

02/13/2024

It’s Fat Tuesday, Happy Mardi Gras 🎉

Today let’s take a closer look at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter! 💜💛💚
Discover cobblestone streets, gas lamps, wrought-iron balconies and fragrant magnolia blossoms, along with colorful Mardi Gras characters and the sounds of jazz. 🎶

Some of the highlights of this resort include:
💛Its size, this a smaller resort which means you are in close proximity to just about everything!
💜Easy transportation to Disney Springs via water taxi along the Sassagoula River
💚A pool with a themed waterslide and a fantastic kids water play area along with colorful Mardi Gras characters adding extra fun!
💛BEIGNETS, this is one of the only spots on property you will find the famous beignets

✨ 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝!

02/11/2024

If you've ever cruised with Disney, you know the joy that comes with returning to your stateroom and discovering whimsical towel animals awaiting your arrival. Let the cuteness commence! 🐾

Every evening, after a day of magical exploration at sea, your Disney Cruise stateroom transforms into a haven of enchantment. Behold the artistry of your stateroom host as they craft adorable towel animals that will bring a smile to your face. 🦩🐢

From swans gracefully perched on your bed to elephants marching on your desk, each creation is a masterpiece of imagination and attention to detail. It's like a mini Disney safari right in your cabin! 🐘

These have become such a fun staple of cruising with Disney Cruise Line that you can now purchase fun towel animal plush in the gift shops on board! - Let’s see the creations you have walked into ⬇️

02/10/2024

Walt Disney World offers a variety of complimentary transportation options - bus, monorail, Skyliner and boat! 🚤

🛥 Today we’re taking a closer look at the boat options available!

🏰To Magic Kingdom:
• Ferry from the Transportation and Ticket Centre
• Water Taxi from Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s Polynesian Village

🌐To EPCOT:
• Water taxi from Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort, and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

🎬To Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
•Water taxi from Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort, and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

🛍️To Disney Springs:
• Water taxi from Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts, Disney’s Old Key West Resort & Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort

Boats, Ferry’s, Water Taxis - whichever way on the water you choose, is sure to be a pleasurable way to take in the beauty of the Disney surroundings around you! ☀️

02/06/2024

🌍✨ Discover the Charms of Norway at Epcot's Pavilion! ✨🌍

Immerse yourself in the architectural beauty that mirrors the stunning landscapes of Norway while you stroll around the World Showcase. Stroll through streets adorned with rustic stave churches and colorful storefronts, creating an atmosphere that feels straight out of a fairytale. 🇳🇴✨

🛍️ Explore unique boutiques offering authentic Norwegian treasures – here you will discover a wide array of Frozen merchandise featuring your favorite sisters, Anna & Elsa! But a treat for the adults in your party is fragrances sold by Geir Ness!

🍽️ Craving a taste of Nordic flavors? Indulge your taste buds in the delectable offerings at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe. Do not hesitate to enjoy a School Bread or a Viking Coffee!
But the real gem of Norway Pavilion that pulls the crowds in? The Frozen Ever After attraction and the Royal Summerhus meet and greet location!

Join Anna, Elsa, and Olaf on a whimsical boat ride through the kingdom of Arendelle. The magic of Disney meets the charm of Norway in this unforgettable experience! ❄️🚤

You can find plenty of things to explore in Norway so be sure not to walk right past it on your next visit to EPCOT! 🇳🇴✨

⁉️What’s your favorite EPCOT World Showcase Pavilion?

02/04/2024

🌍 If you are heading to the Universal Orlando theme parks, you won’t want to miss out on spending some time at Universal CityWalk.

What’s great is, you CAN’T miss it! 👀
In order to enter the two theme parks it will require you to walk through CityWalk’s core which is why once the parks close - I recommend you spend a bit of time exploring! The area comes alive once the sun goes down as the vibrant neon lights provide the perfect backdrop for a night of excitement! 🕺

CityWalk is home to a variety of different shops and restaurants - some classic favorites and some unique only to Universal Orlando Resort!

🛍️Get your souvenirs at the Universal Studios Store, here you will find all the best shirts, mugs, bags and more featuring your favorite franchises!

🍽️You won’t go hungry here but you will begin craving plenty with all the delicious smells coming from Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls or mouth watering italian from VIVO Italian Kitchen.

🪩And for those of you looking to add some late night thrills to your vacation, CityWalk is open late with a lively nightlife scene!

Check it all out on your next visit to Universal Orlando! 🎉🎉🎉

02/03/2024

The perfect way to end a Disney day is by taking in one of the amazing nighttime spectaculars that are shown throughout the theme parks. 🌟✨ Ignite the night with enchantment and dazzling fireworks and projections with Walt Disney World's Nighttime Spectaculars! 🏰🌙

🏰 Magic Kingdom – Happily Ever After: Gather 'round Cinderella Castle for an epic tale told through fireworks, projections, and a heart-stirring soundtrack. It's a journey through Disney classics that ends with a sky ablaze with color and dreams!

🌐EPCOT – Luminous The Symphony of Us: This all new show is filled with fireworks, fountains, music and lights around World Showcase lagoon. With an all new soundtrack this show reminds us that we are more alike than we are different.

🎬Disney's Hollywood Studios – Fantasmic!: Join Mickey Mouse on a journey through his wildest dreams, where villains and heroes collide in a breathtaking show featuring water effects, pyrotechnics, and a brilliant display of storytelling. An amphitheater adventure like no other!

Which show evening show is your favorite⁉️

💡DID YOU KNOW? Disney will often showcase different nighttime shows for after hours events such as Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Additionally, if you attend the After Hours event at Magic Kingdom you will have the option to enjoy Disney Enchantment which debuted to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary!

01/19/2024

So excited to share this amazing news!! So proud of all the members of this team, and so happy to be a part of the wonderful ohana ❤️

✨Pure Magic Vacations is excited to share that we have become an EarMarked Platinum Producer with the Disney EarMarked Program.

This elite EarMarked status level recognizes our agency’s stellar sales performance in Disney Vacation Planning.

Achieving Platinum was a special dream of our late founder Carolyn Williams and we are proud to achieve this as part of her legacy.

An amazing team, amazing clients and her dream helped us grow into one of the top Canadian travel agencies specializing in all Disney Destinations.

We look forward to making your Disney travel dreams come true! ✨

01/03/2024

Save more when you stay longer! ☀️
Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when staying 5+ nights for stays most nights 3/25/24–10/3/24.

Enjoy a world of excitement when you add Theme Park Tickets. 🎉

Full details here: https://tinyurl.com/WDWstayoffer

01/03/2024

Hanging with my pal Pluto this afternoon

01/03/2024

While we’re on the topic of FREE dining with the newest Walt Disney World offer, let’s talk about one of my favorite spots, Gaston’s Tavern in Magic Kingdom! 🏰

The staples here are giant Cinnamon Buns and Lefou’s Brew (frozen apple juice with a hint of toasted marshmallow and topped with all natural passion fruit mango foam)🍎

Don’t pass up this delicious stop during your next visit to Magic Kingdom! ✨

01/03/2024

Disney+ subscribers get a free Dining Plan when you purchase a non-discounted 4-night/4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at select Disney Resort hotels and tickets with a Park Hopper Option. 🎉🎉🎉

For arrivals most nights 7/1/24–9/30/24.

Full details here: http://tinyurl.com/52xyzcd2

01/02/2024

Still feeling the Christmas Magic.

01/02/2024

Left Canada for Florida and found snow anyway!
Magical snow of course.

12/31/2023

After a busy afternoon it’s time for snack.

12/31/2023

We’ve arrived!! Magic kingdom here we come

12/31/2023

Beautiful day

12/30/2023

All ready for a great day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

12/25/2023

Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas 🎄

I hope that everyone is making magical memories with those you love most ❤️

Our Christmas celebrations don’t end on the 26th as we are off to the most magical place on earth!
Follow along as my family explores Orlando over the next week with visits to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and more! 🎉