Fou Chong Family Travels

09/01/2024

💡 Tuesday tip 💡

🤑 We are all looking for ways to save and every penny counts when it comes to a Disney vacation! One of the easiest ways to save is buying Disney gift cards through Target.

💸 You’ll first need to open one of three Target RedCard options; credit, debit or reloadable. You can review the different benefits of each here ➡️ https://www.target.com/redcard

💰 You can purchase the physical cards in store or online or you can choose the email version. Using your RedCard will save you 5%. For a $3,000 trip that’s $150.00 in savings just by buying gift cards!

💵 Don’t wait until the last minute to open your card account as Target needs to see a purchase history before having a lot of gift cards purchased all at once (learned that one the hard way 🥴).

🧾 Use your gift cards to pay for your vacation, towards food, souvenirs or even purchases at shopDisney. While you can’t store the gift card on the MDE app, keep the number on your Notepad and copy/paste when using mobile checkout options!

💲 If you’re looking for other ways to save, reach out and let’s start planning together! My help is FREE so immediate savings when booking with me 😁 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/DisneywithMindy

09/01/2024

Just wow!

08/01/2024

💰 Sunday Sample💰

The family suites at All-Star Music Resort are a fantastic option for families of 5-6 who are looking for budget friendly options!

🎶 3 Queen size beds (1 separate room)
🎸 2 bathrooms!
🎺 A kitchenette with a full-sized refrigerator
🎤 All the fun, larger-than-life theming

All of this, very reasonably priced on Disney property with all the benefits that brings too! Be sure to reach out if this look like a fit for your family!

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05/01/2024

❤️ Friday Favorites ❤️

🏊‍♂️ There are some amazing deals at Disney this summer and there’s one thing you will want to do in that heat and that’s making time for the pools! I’m sure the majority of kids would agree that pool time at the resort is a highlight of almost every trip!

💦 All Disney resorts have some wonderfully themed pools! Moderate and Deluxe resort pools have slides. If you have little ones, all resorts also have splash-pad areas of some fashion.

🏊‍♂️ Pools are open all year round and are heated. Kids 12 years of age and younger need to be accompanied by an adult and there are free life vests also available.

💦 If you are staying at on of the All-Star resorts (Music, Movies or Sports) you can hop over and “share” resort pools. The Port Orleans resorts (Riverside and Port Orleans) also allow you to visit both pools.

🏊‍♂️ Favorites: Deluxe - Stormalong Bay at Yacht and Beach Club Resorts; Moderate - Dig Site at Coronado Springs; Value - Big Blue Pool at Art of Animation (but really they’re all great!)

05/01/2024

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05/01/2024

03/01/2024

Disney is kicking off the new year with big savings for this summer!! Don’t miss out on the big savings ahead and reach out today 😊

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02/01/2024

💡 Tuesday Tip 💡

🚗 Free parking has returned for onsite guests at Disney World and you won’t want to forget the complimentary Car Locator feature found in the MDE app!

🚙 When you've arrived and parked your car, take a few moments to update your spot in the app. Once all of those magical hours of fun are over and you can barely remember your own name, you won't have to stare into the parking lot abyss and try to recall what you did 12+ hours ago; it will be right in the app!

🛻 Once in the app, use the hamburger menu in the bottom right to access the welcome page and scroll to the bottom where you will find the "Car Locator" link.

🚐 If you have your location services turned on then you can simply hit the "Save Vehicle Location" button. The details will be saved and if you have notifications turned on, you will also be reminded when heading to the parking lot.

🚗 You can also choose to manually enter your location (or if you are too far away, like in a different state on your couch, wishing you were there, then you can also see how it works). Just choose your location, the lot or garage and then the row you are in.

🚙 You can use this feature at any of the four theme parks, two water parks, Disney Springs or ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Its also available at select resort parking lots.

01/01/2024

29/12/2023

I love reflecting on the past year and seeing all the progress, challenges and changes our family experienced! 2023 was a blessing and I can’t wait to see what 2024 brings! I hope you all are feeling the same anticipation for the new year ❤️

What are you looking forward to in 2024?

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#2024

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas to you all! ❤️🎄

23/12/2023

Ever wondered how Disney holiday magic comes to life? 🎄🌟 Visit the Disney Parks Blog for a behind-the-scenes tour by a cast member expert of all things holly and jolly: http://di.sn/6188RXoly

22/12/2023

❤️ Friday Favorites ❤️

🌈 Located in World Celebration at EPCOT, the Imagination Pavilion is a favorite spot of mine, mainly thanks to Figment! It’s here you’ll find the meet and greet with Figment and much more!

🥼Take a ride through the Imagination Institute on “Journey Into Imagination With Figment” and explore the “ImageWorks - The ‘What If’ Labs” at the end. The interactive play area will allow your kids to create and explore!

🎥 Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival is just adjacent to the Image Works gift shop and is a great way to escape the weather or kick up your feet. Here you can catch a 15-20 minutes of short films in 4D.

🤗 In addition to the Figment meet and greet you can also find Joy just past the play area. There is also a chance to meet Mickey when entering/exiting the Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival.

💦 Don’t miss the jumping water fountains outside! They could occupy your kid’s attention for awhile 😂

📸 Finally, if you’re a Disney Visa Cardmember, it’s here you’ll find one of the special photo ops available with Mickey and friends.

21/12/2023

Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland Resort looks amazing!

“Disney Zootopia Comes Alive” is so cool it just may incite a scurry! 🐾 Learn how Disney Live Entertainment, Walt Disney Imagineering and Shanghai Disney Resort brought this one-of-a-kind atmosphere show to life: http://di.sn/6181RnKjH

19/12/2023

😮 I was convinced this was never reopening!

✨🧜‍♀️ “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure,” a fully reimagined theatrical production, will debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in fall 2024! http://di.sn/6182Rpkfe

19/12/2023

💡 Tuesday Tip 💡

💦 A lot of bookings for the summer are happening now and I don’t want you to forget about the water parks! They’re a great way to enjoy Disney in a different way while cooling off in that Florida heat 🥵

🌊 You can get tickets to the water parks in a few ways. You could purchase just a 1-day water park ticket. A theme park ticket or park reservation is not required and the ticket purchase is non-refundable.

🩱 Another option if you are also visiting the theme parks is to buy the Water Park and Sports Option or the Park Hopper Plus Option (see pics for details).

❄️ Currently Blizzard Beach is the only water park open and it was recently reopened after a refreshing refurbishment. You’ll fall in love with the touch of Frozen that has been added!

⛱️ As always, reach out when you are ready to book and need more details! https://bit.ly/DisneywithMindy

17/12/2023

💰 Sunday Sample 💰

✨ Port Orleans Riverside Resort is a captivating retreat nestled along the scenic Sassagoula River. This charming destination exudes the charm and elegance of the Old South. You’re just a short boat ride from Disney Springs or visit Port Orleans French Quarter to indulge in the beignets!

✨ With a serene atmosphere, lush landscaping, and winding waterways, Port Orleans Riverside invites you to relax. Take a leisurely stroll along the riverbanks, embark on a horse-drawn carriage ride, or enjoy a dip in one of the sparkling pools.

✨ Start your spring off right with a getaway full of Disney park fun. With 5 day tickets you’ll have a day to rest, enjoy the resort or do a little shopping at Disney Springs! Contact me today to make this stay your own.

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16/12/2023

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15/12/2023

❤️ Friday Favorites ❤️

❄️ Not only does it compete for the longest attraction title in the parks, but it also competes as one of the top shows at Disney in my opinion! "For the First Tine in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" (whew) is located in the Echo Lake area in Hollywood Studios.

❄️ If you have Frozen fans in your party then this show is a must! You will laugh as you hear from the Arendelle "historians" who retell the story of Frozen. Of course there are songs and appearances from Kristoff, Anna and Elsa. Be on the look out for the 🎶 frozen fractals all around 🎶 (you know your singing it now 😆)

❄️ It is a great way to escape the heat or rain and shows last about 25-30 minutes, running every hour. Just check the MDE app for available show times that day.

15/12/2023

🌼✨ Mark your calendars! ✨🌼 The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, where all blooms are fantastical and magical, is returning to Walt Disney World Resort on Feb. 28, 2024!

14/12/2023

12/12/2023

💡 Tuesday tip 💡

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦👨‍👩‍👧‍👦👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 If you’re traveling to Disney with a large group, one of the trickiest parts of planning can be making reservations for dining. Here are some tips to make it work…

✅ Know what everyone’s priorities are before your 60 day mark. If only one part of your group wants to dine at say, Sci-Fi that’s ok! The rest could do a show, some rides or a meal at The Commissary instead and meet up after.

✅ When making reservations plan to split up into groups of 4 or 5 and make multiple reservations instead of one large one. You are more likely to get multiple reservation times within 15-30 minutes of each other. When you checkin, do so in person instead of on the app and ask to be seated together if possible. It’s not a guarantee but they will try! Our experience has been if we weren’t at the same table we were at tables next to each other.

✅ Use a travel agent for help! Not all will offer this help as part of their services but I do when you book with me! ➡️ https://bit.ly/DisneywithMindy

10/12/2023

💰 Sunday Sample 💰

✨ Everyone asks if the Disney Visa card is worth having and this is the perfect example of why I say yes! The Disney promos offered are usually some of the best plus all of the options for savings on food, souvenirs, extra perks and rewards you can use.

✨ Wilderness Lodge is a Disney Deluxe Resort inspired by the charm of national park lodges, that will immerse you in a rustic paradise.

✨ Entering the lobby will leave you in awe as you witness the smell of pine, its open feel, massive wooden beams and stunning stone fireplace.

✨ The resort offers themed dining options like Whispering Canyon Cafe and Artist Point, the active Fire Rick Geyser, pine-filled landscaping with trails and boat transportation to Magic Kingdom.

✨ You’re sure to find your personal sanctuary where nature, adventure, luxury and Disney Magic all blend together. Reach out today to make it happen!

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08/12/2023

❤️ Friday Favorites ❤️

🌭 One of my daughters favorite quick service food is found on Main Street in Magic Kingdom at Casey’s Corner! Her choice is the Corn Dog Nuggets and fries (of course with the cheese sauce!)

⚾️ Casey’s Corner is a great quick stop for the all American baseball park favorites; hot dogs, chili dog fries and cheese sauce! Don’t forget to use Mobile Ordering and don’t overlook the refreshing Frozen Mint Julep Lemonade either!

🎹 Another hidden gem of entertainment is Casey’s Corner Pianist! Taking your requests, you’ll love watching him shred those keys. You can check the app for show times. You’re also just steps from the shopping and a great place to wait and watch the parades on Main Street.

🍟 There’s also a nice spot to catch a seat at the tables around the corner away from some of the crowd (beware, those little birds are waiting for your fries to fall 👀). There’s a restroom, first aide and baby care center nearby too.

08/12/2023

Happy Hanukkah!

05/12/2023

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On this day in 1901, Walt Disney was born in Chicago, Illinois. Join us in celebrating the life and career of the man who made the magic! ✨

05/12/2023

💡 Tuesday tip 💡

🚶🏻‍♀️ Your Disney World trip is going to mean a lot of walking and when traveling with kids a stroller could be the thing that saves their feet and your back! There are a LOT of opinions out there about how old is too old, what kind of strollers are best and should you bring your own, rent or even buy on arrival. In all of those debates I simply say do what works best for you!

🎈 If you have a stroller, my tip is to make it stand out! You are entering a park with thousands of people with thousands of strollers and just like a car, when it’s parked you’ve gotta come back and find it in the sea of others!

✂️ Get creative! Make it a craft project leading up to your trip and get the kids involved! Draw, color, cut, paste and glitter up a family sign that can be be laminated or put in a plastic sleeve and tied to your handle bar.

🎀 Or keep it simple! Check out Etsy and have them make it for you! Another easy solution is to tie a ballon, ribbon(s) or even battery powered twinkle lights on the handle bars. Just be sure it’s easy to fold up if you’re using Disney transportation!

⭐️ When you book with me you’ll be provided lots of resources including a printable stroller sign! Get started here ➡️ https://bit.ly/DisneywithMindy