Magic Begins with Jenn at Pure Magic Vacations

01/28/2025

01/27/2025

Check out all of the great events in 2025 and plan your epic adventure to Universal Orlando!

It’s never too early to start planning the best year of your life, and Universal Orlando just made that even easier by releasing the dates for their major events in 2025! From Mardi Gras celebrations to spooky thrills and epic holiday cheer, there’

01/27/2025

🪄 Rule #1 at Universal Orlando: get the Park-to-Park ticket! Rule number two? Refer to rule number one.

No one wants to throw money away 💸, but you can’t fully experience the magic of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ⚡ without it. Both Hogsmeade (Islands of Adventure ) and Diagon Alley (Universal Studios) are spellbinding ✨, and you’ll need (and want) that park-to-park ticket to ride the Hogwarts Express 🚂 between them. Let’s compare the two lands:

🍽️ Food: Diagon Alley offers Leaky Cauldron, and Hogsmeade has The Three Broomsticks. Both are packed with snacks, sweets 🍬, and endless Butterbeer 🍺.

🎢 Rides: Diagon Alley features Escape from Gringotts, while Hogsmeade has Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, and the fan-favorite Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. (Dare we say the best ride in Orlando?! 🌟)

🏰 Ambiance: Hogwarts Castle vs a fire-breathing dragon? Impossible to choose. Both have Ollivanders Wand Shop 🪄.

😅I know it’s like asking who is more precious: Lula or Neville…but if you HAD to choose to visit just one land, would you go with 🏰 Hogsmeade or 🐉 Diagon Alley?

01/27/2025

✨🚢✨ Everyone loves new and shiny, but the Disney Dream holds her own as a must-consider ship. Here’s why:

💵 Shorter sailings at lower prices (3, 4, and 5 nights)

✈️ Departing from Fort Lauderdale offers flexible flights and plenty of hotel options

🌴 Exciting itineraries: Nassau, Bahamas; Cozumel, Mexico; Disney Castaway Cay; and Disney Lookout Cay

🎉 Specialty sailings: Marvel Day at Sea, Halloween on the High Seas, and Very Merrytime cruises

🍽️ Classic rotational dining: Royal Palace, Enchanted Garden, Animator’s Palate

✨ Adults-only dining at Remy 🍷 and Palo 🍝

🥳Fun for all ages: AquaDuck water coaster, shows like Beauty and the Beast and the Golden Mickeys as well as kids clubs like Vibe for teens, Edge for tweens, and Oceaneer Club 🧸

🤩 Do you have a DREAM of sailing on Disney Cruise Line? Message me and let’s chat. The fleet is expanding which means SO many more options to consider. What Disney Cruise Line questions do you have that I can answer?

01/25/2025

🏰👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎉 A big family Walt Disney World trip means big fun, but finding the perfect place to stay can feel tricky. Luckily, Walt Disney World Resort has options for every budget and need. Let’s break it down:

✨ Deluxe Villas: For luxury, amenities, and park proximity, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options with full kitchens and laundry 🧺. Some are even within walking distance of the parks 🚶‍♂️🎢, making them a magical home-away-from-home!

💸 Value Resort Family Suites: If budget is the priority, check out Disney's Art of Animation Resort and Disney's All-Star Music Resort family suites. They sleep 6, have 2 full bathrooms, 3 sleeping surfaces, a kitchenette, and a living area. Affordable, fun, and perfect for families!

🛏️ Multiple Standard Rooms: If you are happy with 2 queen beds (sometimes these sleep 5 with a child-sized bed) and 1 bathroom, then you can stay basically anywhere. Book however many rooms you need, and I’ll even make sure to let Disney know that you are all traveling together to try and get the rooms as close together as possible. ✨

🤔 For those of you with a big ‘Ohana, do you prefer a villa, family suite, or multiple standard rooms? Let's chat about how we can book that big family vacation, email me at [email protected] and we can discuss some options!

01/24/2025

😬 This might surprise you to hear, but if there’s one area of Disneyland that makes a trip out to California 100% WORTH IT for families, it’s...Mickey’s Toontown! 🎉

This one corner of Disneyland Park has GOT. IT. ALL. 🤩 Look at this:

🎢 3 Attractions:
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway 🚂❤️
Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Gadget Coaster 🐿️🎡
Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin 🚖 (which has a really fun interactive area 🕹️).

🏠 Mickey and Minnie meet and greets inside their personal houses, which you can walk through! 🐭🎀

🛝 2 Play areas:
Donald’s Duck Pond 🦆💦 (splash area)
Goofy’s How-To-Play Yard 🐾🪣

🌳 CenTOONial Park with an interactive fountain ⛲ and a dreaming tree inspired by one Walt sat under in Marceline, Missouri. 🌟 Grab a bite and have a picnic!

🍽️ 2 Dining locations:
Cafe Daisy 🥤🌼
Good Boy! Grocers 🥪🍎

🛍️ EnginEAR Souvenirs gift shop

01/19/2025

Happy National Popcorn Day! 🍿✨

At Walt Disney World, popcorn isn’t just a snack—it’s a magical experience! My favorite? Butter —sweet, salty, and everything in between. What's your go-to flavor when you grab one of those iconic popcorn buckets? 🏰🎠

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01/17/2025

✨ A last-minute trip to catch a bright, fun festival is exactly what your resolution list was missing! 🎉 Who else wants to add a quick trip to Walt Disney World to their New Year’s resolution list?

01/16/2025

🦒🤩🐅Jambo! If you are a lover of animals , Disney tours, or just want to try something new, Wild Africa Trek at Animal Kingdom is full of thrills, fun, and good eats! This isn’t something you can just show up and enjoy, so here is what you need to “know before you go”:

👤 Who: Guests must be at least 8 years old, between 45-300 pounds ⚖️ (everyone gets weighed beforehand), and at least 48 inches tall. Under 18? Bring an adult!

⏰ Times: The tour typically runs at 8:45am, 10:15am, and 11:45am daily. Pro tip: Book the earliest slot to avoid the heat ☀️—it’s a 3-hour outdoor adventure! 🌿

🎢 Activities: You’ll explore Animal Kingdom’s habitats, dine on the savanna, and cross two bridges (over a crocodile habitat! 🐊). It’s safe, thrilling, and totally unforgettable. ✨

🎁 Extras: The “snack” included is more like a meal 🍤🥪, with items like tandoori shrimp, chicken wraps, fruit, and sweet treats. You’ll also get professional photos 📸 from your guide, plus a souvenir reusable water bottle to take home! 🎉

🤯 Have YOU tried this one-of-a-kind tour? Share your experience! If not, I’m happy to answer any questions you have!

01/15/2025

Confession time: I've been to Walt Disney World more times than I can count, but somehow, I've never made it onto Carousel of Progress. Clearly, there's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow waiting for me to fix this! 🌎🎡

01/14/2025

🌟✨ Making memories across generations has never been this fun. What's your family’s favourite Universal moment? 🎢🎬🪄

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01/13/2025

✨ Who had a sticker collection as a kid? Binders filled with everything from puffy stickers to googly eyes 👀, and of course, the holy grail: scratch-and-sniff stickers. 🤩 If you’ve carried that sticker love into adulthood—or have little ones who are sticker fanatics ❤️—Disney offers plenty of ways to indulge in sticker fun, both FREE and for purchase. 🎉

🎁 Free Fun

🐠 At The Seas with Nemo & Friends, the Dory’s Friends Scavenger Hunt lets you search for sea creatures throughout the SeaBase and comes with stickers.

✨ Many Disney Cast Members carry fun character stickers to share, especially in places like Guest Services, park entrances, gift shops, and Disney Vacation Club kiosks.

🌍 Explore EPCOT’s World Showcase and visit the Kidcot Fun Stops to collect stickers, decorate, and create mini masterpieces inspired by each pavilion.

🎠 Head over to Magic Kingdom for the sweet-scented Smellephants on Parade at Storybook Circus. 🎪🐘

➡️ How about you? Were (are) stickers your thing? Do you save them in a drawer or deck out your notebooks, binders and cups? 🎨

01/12/2025

🍕 Happy National Pizza Week! Let’s talk about this ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s quick, inexpensive, and always hits the spot—especially when you’re in the middle of a fun-filled day at Universal Studios. 🎢 Before the hunger panic sets in, pop into Louie’s Italian Restaurant. It’s the perfect place to grab a quick slice (or a whole pie!) 🍕 that everyone in your crew will love, and it won’t break the bank. 💰

This is Universal Studios, so stepping into Louie’s feels like walking onto the set of a classic mob movie. 🎬 With its vintage decor and cozy atmosphere, it’s a nice little escape from the hustle and bustle of the park. By the way, there’s more than just pizza on the menu here. 🍝 You can get Italian classics like chicken parm, meatball subs, salads 🥗 and more. Gluten-free pasta is available too! 🌟

🧀 Your turn to share...about how often do you have pizza and what’s your favourite topping? Or is plain cheese your go-to?

01/11/2025

👋🥰 Hello, friends! It’s been a while since I introduced myself, so I thought now would be the perfect time to say hi and share a little about me! I’m Jenn, and I’m a travel professional who works with families, couples, and adventure seekers to plan vacations they’ll remember forever. Whether it’s your first trip or 20th, I’m here to make the process seamless, stress-free, and fun!

Here are a few quick facts about me:

I live in Kingsville, Ontario and love crafting in my downtime.

My happy place is Magic Kingdom and my favourite travel memory is strolling my prince and princess around in a carriage style wagon after visiting Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in summer 2019.

I specialize in planning trips to Disney Destinations such as Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Universal Parks & Resorts (Orlando and Hollywood), but I love helping with other cruise adventures too!

🎉If you’re new here, WELCOME! This is where I share tips, updates, and inspiration for your dream vacations. If you’ve been here a while, THANK YOU for being a part of our community.🥰 Either way—tell me in the comments:

What’s the #1 destination on your bucket list right now? ✈️

Let’s get to know each other better! Feel free to ask me questions, share your travel dreams, or just say hi below. I’m so happy you’re here! ✨

01/10/2025

Shrek & friends are BACK! 🧅💚 After Shrek 4-D closed back in 2022, fans wondered what was next for our swamp-loving ogre. Now, he’s returned in a BIG way with immersive experiences and interactions in Universal Orlando’s DreamWorks Land! 🎉✨ Here are just a few things to look forward to:

🛝 Shrek’s Swamp - A play area where little ogres can get the wiggles out and even splash around! No worries, there are walk-in drying machines nearby! 🌬️

📸 Shrek’s Swamp Meet - Get your photo taken with the big green guy himself, Princess Fiona and Donkey. At least when they aren’t busy making waffles! 🧇

🥨 Swamp Snacks - Treats and snacks fit for an ogre...including a Shrekzel, a Shrek-shaped pretzel!

🍿🎥 It’s been a minute since there was a new Shrek movie, so be sure you watch it before your visit to brush up on the story and characters to make the absolute most of your time in this fun and interactive new land. Email me at [email protected], when you’re ready to visit Shrek & friends and get your trip on the books!✈️

01/09/2025

💡🏰You know what’s something fun and totally different to do on a non-park day at Walt Disney World? The Aerophile hand-painted helium balloon 🎈✨ at Disney Springs!

From 400 feet above Disney Springs (don’t worry, you’re tethered and it’s smooth sailing), you’ll get breathtaking panoramic views 🌅👀 of Walt Disney World. See if you can spot the theme park landmarks 🎡🎢 or just soak in the experience. Talk about an Instagram-worthy moment! 📲

At around $25 USD per person, this won’t break the bank either. Whether you’re a couple looking for something romantic 💕✨ or a family looking to create a core memory for the kids🎉, a trip on Aerophile just might be what you’re looking for. 🎈🏰

🤔🎈 What about you? Sound fun or would you rather drop that money at the Ganachery? 🍫 If you’ve done it before, what did you think? Talk to me! ⬇️

01/09/2025

Canadian Residents save up to 20% on select sailings.

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01/08/2025

runDisney isn’t just for runners! 🏃‍♀️🎉 Whether you walk, jog, or cheer from the sidelines, there’s magic for everyone. Join the fun and make unforgettable memories! 🏅✨