Chasing Walt - Courtney Snow at Pure Magic Vacations

08/21/2024

How I am feeling today knowing our Disney Destination is only a couple of sleeps away.

I am calling this feeling pre vacation euphoria. We are all excitedly waiting for the calendar to flip.

Is there any feeling like it?

08/18/2024

Welcome to Cabanas, the buffet style restaurant found on Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. Breakfast and lunch can be enjoyed here. The Disney Cruise Line Navigator app will state the operational hours throughout your sailing.

Despite Cabanas being a serve yourself buffet, there are plenty of cast members ready to help you with any needs you may have including accommodating dietary restrictions.

Is a Disney Cruise Line vacation on your plans for 2025? Let’s get it solidified today. 🗓️

08/13/2024

One of my favourite methods of transportation at Walt Disney World is boat transportation 🛥️

Guests can enjoy boat transportation:

🌎 during their visit to Disney’s Epcot to get from one end of the park to another
🏰 from any of Disney’s Magic Kingdom’s resorts to Disney’s Magic Kingdom
⚓️ to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Epcot from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Boardwalk Inn & Villas
🐎 to Disney Springs from Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
🌅to Disney Springs from Disney’s Old Key West Resort
💚 to Disney Springs from Disney’s Port Orleans Resort ~ Riverside and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort ~ French Quarter

So many different boats and so many different destinations.

08/05/2024

Is Gideon’s Bakehouse worth the wait? Most definitely! The cookies here are unlike any I’ve ever had anywhere else.

As soon as you arrive at Disney Springs head over to Gideon’s Bakehouse and add yourself to their wait list. If it’s a virtual wait list they will text when it’s your time to line up. From there it will still be a wait to enter the store.

They have standard offerings and seasonal offerings. There are cookies, cakes, and beverages. You will be handed a menu while you are in line to help you make your decision before entering the store.

If you are considering visiting Gideon’s Bakehouse you won’t regret it.

07/26/2024

The summer is zipping by. I’m trying to soak up all the ball games, the front porch mornings, the extra time with the kids. ☀️ Amongst all the fun, I am still faithfully helping my clients plan for approaching vacations in this calendar year and the next. Whether it’s a Universal Orlando resort stay, a Disney Cruise Line vacation, a Walt Disney World resort trip, I’m here to assist.

07/22/2024

At the end of next month we are staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for a post cruise stay. We are really looking forward to staying at this Magic Kingdom resort. Disney’s Polynesian Village resort is home to the popular ‘Ohana and one of our favourites, Kona Cafe.

We are sure to enjoy the waterslide at the feature pool, meals at Capt. Cook’s and riding the monorail. Some of the many fantastic amenities found at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

07/18/2024

The Festival of the Lion King is one of our favourite things to enjoy at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The performance has a variety of acts including acrobatics, aerialists and dancing. The songs are many of the best from the film and some of the kids even get chosen to participate. It’s also a welcomed break from the heat during warmer months.

A reminder that there is so much to do at the parks beyond the attractions. 🍴 🎶 🎭 🎆

07/15/2024

The Plaza Restaurant at Disney’s Magic Kingdom is a restaurant I recommend often to clients. I love this restaurant for its fantastic location and delicious food. The Plaza Restaurant is located at the end of Main Street U.S.A.. If you get a window seat you get a beautiful view of the castle. It’s a casual environment with familiar menu options. Making it a safe choice for most families.

Have you dined here before?

07/07/2024

During the multiple festivals at Disney’s Epcot there are scavenger hunts in the park. During our visit to Disney’s Epcot in December the International Festival of the Holidays was in full swing. The scavenger hunt for the festival featured Olaf. Can you spy him in this photo?

These scavenger hunts are a wonderful way to discover different areas of Disney’s Epcot. It’s tips and tricks like these that will elevate your vacation. So let’s chat about your Walt Disney World vacation today and make it the best one yet.

06/19/2024

I think we could all use a personal flurry today ☀️

06/11/2024

Did you know you can swim in Sally’s Cozy Cone Pool?

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort has a Cars section with the Cozy Cone Pool in the middle. This is a quiet pool which means there are no pool activities. This allows you and your family to enjoy your pool in a more relaxing environment.

If you have a Cars fan then this is the best spot for you to stay on your Walt Disney World vacation.

05/25/2024

Are you wondering if your child is the right height to enjoy the many attractions at Universal’s Islands of Adventure? Here’s a look at the height requirements:

54” The Incredible Hulk Coaster 💚
52” Doctor Doom’s Fearfall
51” Jurassic World VelociCoaster 🦖
48” Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey 🏰
48” Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
44” Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls
42” Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges 💦
42” Jurassic Park River Adventure 🦕
40” The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man 🕷️
36” Skull Island: Reign of Kong
36” The Flight of the Hippogriff
36” Pteranodon Flyers
36” The Cat in the Hat
36” The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride 🚂

All other attractions at Universal’s Island of Adventure have no height requirement. Let’s find out if a vacation at Universal Orlando Resort is the right fit for you.

05/17/2024

TGIF! And the Friday of a long weekend to boot. If this long weekend is giving you the itch to book that dream vacation send me a DM and we can get the ball rolling.

05/16/2024

Ale & Compass Restaurant is a family favourite at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Whether we dine here for breakfast, lunch or dinner we are always happy with our food and the service. It’s also a great excuse to explore the resort area.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is nestled between Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Epcot. Making it very easy to visit for guests staying at different resorts.

If you are going for breakfast make sure to have the waffles. They are memorable.

05/16/2024

05/14/2024

One of my favourite spots to grab a photo in Disney’s Epcot is the Italian pavilion. Whether it’s out on the water or deep in the pavilion there are so many places to grab memorable photos.

Where’s your favourite photo spot in Disney’s Epcot?

05/08/2024

Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a fantastic location at Universal Orlando Resort. It’s within walking distance of Universal’s Volcano Bay water park and within walking distance of neighbouring resorts. You can choose to stay in standard rooms or in family suites. The resort keeps you close to the excitement and fun of Universal Orlando theme parks.

Let’s find out if this is the right fit for your vacation.

05/07/2024

Disney Skyliner. A fun way to get from point A to point B. You can use this complimentary transportation to get to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the World Showcase entrance of Disney’s Epcot. There are also a few resorts on the Disney Skyliner:

Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Riviera Resort
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn & Villas
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Have you used the Disney Skyliner?

04/30/2024

TriceraTop Spin at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a wonderful attraction with no height requirement. It’s located in DinoLand U.S.A. and is a similar style to Dumbo the Flying Elephant. Just be mindful of the operating times of this attraction if it’s on your must do list. It doesn’t always run park open to park close.

04/25/2024

Here’s your reminder that there is plenty to do at Walt Disney World beyond the parks. The Walt Disney World resorts are filled with fun recreational activities. Pictured here is Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. At this resort you’ll find shuffleboard, a basketball court, pools, a massive chessboard, splash pads and so much more.

Your vacation can be filled with park visits or it can be offset with quieter family time enjoying recreational sports. As your travel agent I’ll make sure you know where the activities are found on your resort property. Let’s start planning today.

04/23/2024

Almost looks too good to be true doesn’t ❓ In this photo is Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wish at Disney’s Castaway Cay. From this view the ship looks majestic and stunning. Full of wonder and beauty. She is just waiting for you to come on board for your very own Disney Experience. Let’s find out if this ship is the right fit for your next vacation 🚢

04/16/2024

Do you stop during your visit to Disney’s Magic Kingdom for the Festival of the Fantasy parade? Even if you don’t plan to, it’s important to note when it is on the daily itinerary. When the parade sails through it will inhibit you from accessing certain areas of the park.

Book your trip with me and I’ll ensure you know when things are happening ensuring you make the most of your time.

04/14/2024

Looking for a little slice of Italy 🇮🇹 at Universal Orlando Resort? A stay at Loew’s Portofino Bay Hotel will do the trick. This resort property has a stunning seaside feel that has water transportation to the parks. When you stay here Universal Express Unlimited Access is included. There are so many pros for staying at this resort.

04/13/2024

One of the many things I love to do when vacationing aboard Disney Cruise Line is to grab breakfast at one of the sit down restaurants. During our sailing on board the Disney Wish we enjoyed breakfast at 1923. There are no reservations required to dine for breakfast. There is no added cost to dining at the sit down restaurant unless you upgrade your coffee to a latte or espresso. During your sailing the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app will show you which restaurant is serving breakfast. The biggest question is what will you decide to enjoy 🤷🏼‍♀️

04/08/2024

Did you know that items found at Walt Disney World retail stores can be unique to that particular park and even that particular store? Do not take for granted that an item you see once you will see again. Take it from me, when you see something you like, purchase it 🛍️ You may not see it again throughout out your trip 😬

04/07/2024

If I could be using a dining plan snack credit today it would be for a Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich 🍦

What would you choose?

04/02/2024

Race Through New York starring Jimmy Fallon is a great first attraction at Universal Studios. You’ll find it in the New York area just past Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. This attraction makes me giggle. Just try to not have a good time on this ride, I dare you.

03/30/2024

When enjoying a Halloween on the High Seas sailing on Disney Cruise Line the ship will be adorned with multiple Halloween decorations 🎃 some of the characters will be dressed in costume 👻 and there is fall themed food. These sailings make a vacation on board Disney Cruise Line extra special. Let’s find out which sailing would be the right fit for your family this fall.

03/25/2024

It’s Easter week 🐣 It was a dream come true last year to see these beautiful Easter eggs in person. Seeing these Easter eggs at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been on my list for years.

Seeing the Easter parade at Disney’s Magic Kingdom is still on the list so it looks like we’ll have to make a trek to Walt Disney World during Easter week in the future.

🐰 🥚 🌷

03/20/2024

One of the many things to love about Walt Disney World: Surprise character meet and greets. There are times when you are wandering around one of the Walt Disney World resorts that you will stumble upon a character. In this case, it was a rainy night and we were doing a scavenger hunt at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. While hunting through the lobby we ran into Belle. It was a magical touch to our evening.