Jamie Hicks, an Affiliate of Academy Travel

05/06/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED: Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party will be returning to the Magic Kingdom beginning August 9! The party will run on select nights through Oct. 31. Guests with existing resort reservations for this Fall can begin purchasing tickets on Wednesday, May 8 and tickets will be on sale to the general public beginning May 15.

Spooky season will be here before we know it. Let’s start planning your Fall vacation to WDW so you can experience all of the Halloween fun! 🎃👻

03/21/2024

✨SUMMER FUN COMING TO WDW✨

Now that we are in the first days of spring, it’s the perfect time to lock in your Summer 2024 travel plans! These are some of the exciting offerings happening around the Walt Disney World Resort this summer:

✨Tiana’s Bayou Adventure- Opening Summer 2024
✨ After Hours events at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT
✨ Encanto sing along at EPCOT beginning June 10
✨H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon
✨EPCOT Food & Wine Festival begins July 25

If you are thinking about visiting WDW, there are great room specials and ticket deals that you could take advantage of and save $$$ this summer.

Contact me to learn more about what offers you could take advantage of for your dates. You don’t want to miss out on all of the fun happening this summer!

02/27/2024

As I begin my 4th year as a travel advisor, I wanted to share a reintroduction about what I can do for you as your authorized Disney and Universal travel planner.

I am so grateful to all of my clients who have trusted me the last 3 years with their vacations to Disney and Universal destinations. Looking forward to what is to come in this next year!

If you have your eye on a trip in 2024, give me a call and let’s start planning!

01/01/2024

CHEERS to 2024! 🎉🍾 In the excitement of a new year and new beginnings, there is so many opportunities for adventure in the next 365 days. With the exciting changes coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland, continuing thrills at Universal Studios, and new additions for the Disney Cruise Line, this year is going to be one for the books.Wishing you the best, most magical year yet in 2024!

What do you have on your vacation wishlist for this year??

11/23/2023

Today I am thankful for all of my wonderful clients who have trusted me to help plan their magical Disney and Universal vacations this year! This year has been the best and 2024 is going to bring even more excitement.

Wishing everyone a happy and restful Thanksgiving & upcoming holiday season!🍁🦃

10/11/2023

HUGE WDW NEWS!

Beginning Jan. 9, 2024, guests with a ticket with Park Hopper benefits or an Annual Pass will be able to once again visit another theme park at any time of day during park hours (subject to capacity limitations). On days when theme park reservations are required for Annual Passholders and certain non-dated tickets, Passholders and guests will be able to take advantage of the updates to Park Hopper access after visiting their first park.

This is great news for park hopping fans and an exciting change after the new year! With more updates coming in 2024 and awesome room discounts for early next year, you don’t want to miss out. Now is the time to contact me to book your next trip to WDW!

01/31/2023

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day & your next vacation is calling! 📞

Happy Plan for Vacation Day! If you need a reason to plan your next vacation.. THIS. IS. IT. Whether you are looking for your next Disney destination vacation or have Universal Studios Orlando on your radar, I would love to be a part of planning your next magical getaway!

✨My services are 100% complimentary and it does not cost any extra to book your vacation through me.

✨I am able to quote offers with any/all current deals to find you the best price.

✨I can turn the stress of planning into a seamless experience, and tailor your vacation plans to meet your needs & wants!

When you are ready to look into your next vacation, I am here for you! LET’S GET TO PLANNING!

10/15/2022

Pack your bags and let’s get your magical vacation planned! We had a great time tonight meeting the families at the Canongate Elementary Fall Festival. Thank you for having me!

Special s/o to Joanne Taylor for all of her hard work! ☺️

08/25/2022

Wow 😍 An exciting addition being added at EPCOT! I can’t wait to see this in person once it opens.

08/22/2022

I have been quiet on here the last few months, but I’m back! I am excited to be spending the week at the Disneyland Resort in California and staying at the magical Disneyland Hotel! It’s my first time in Disneyland and I cannot wait to see all that Walt’s original dream has to offer. 😍

This visit would not have been possible without all of my amazing clients who’ve trusted in me to make their magical vacations possible! So, THANK YOU! More Disneyland fun to come this week!

03/16/2022

🌸FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL🌼

My favorite Epcot festival is back and we made a quick trip down just in time! Beautiful topiaries, yummy food, and the weather couldn’t be better. If you are visiting WDW between now and July 4, you have to put this stop on your list!

01/25/2022

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day and we could all use something to look forward to! If you’ve been thinking about planning a Disney vacation for spring break, summer, or any time 2022, now is the time.

Let’s get you to the magic!✨

12/31/2021

As the year comes to a close, I want to give a huge THANK YOU to all of the families who trusted in me to help plan their Disney vacations this year. When I took the leap of faith into becoming an authorized Disney travel consultant at the beginning of this year, I could not have dreamed how fulfilling this year would be. I am beyond grateful to you all!

With the WDW 50th anniversary celebration continuing into 2022, I am so excited to see what magic this year brings. When you are ready to visit any Disney Destination (and Universal too!), I am here for you!

10/01/2021

✨Happy 50th Birthday MK✨

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of Magic Kingdom and the celebrations have officially begun! There are so many new and exciting things coming to all of Walt Disney World and you do NOT want to miss out!

Message me for more details on the celebration and let’s get you booked to join in the festivities! 🎉

08/13/2021

Exciting news for your Friday! More details have just been released for WDW’s Very Merriest After Hours event this holiday season. 🎁🎅🏻🎄✨

If you are thinking about taking a holiday trip or already have yours planned, you definitely want to think about adding this fun after hours event to your plans!

Ok I know it’s been Halloween post after Halloween post these days, but now there’s another holiday coming up that we have news on! I am excited to report that twinkling lights, festive décor, and magical celebrations will fill Magic Kingdom Park during “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” wh...

07/17/2021

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is BACK!

I wish I was there this weekend to get the first taste of all of the yummy food and drink options, BUT I’ll be there to close out the festival in November. 😬

The festival will run now until November 20 so there is plenty of time to get down there if this exciting event is on your list!

The 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle officially began this morning, uncorking 129 consecutive days of tasty fun at Walt Disney World Resort. We ventured out into the park to capture some of the foodie festivities that began today. Take a look: https://bit.ly/3kl9Kph

07/12/2021

It’s Christmas in July! There are so many exciting things coming to WDW for the 50th anniversary, including a new Holiday-themed event at the Magic Kingdom! I cannot wait to see WDW decorated for the holidays this year, especially with my favorite resort, Port Orleans, opening just in time!

Check out all of the exciting things just announced that will be happening this Holiday season! 🎅🏻⛄️🎄🎁

The holidays are my favorite time of year, and I’m so happy to be celebrating Halfway to the Holidays today! Because today it’s official – the merry season will begin Nov. 12 at Walt Disney World Resort during “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” marking the resort’s 50th anniversary...

06/15/2021

Just Announced: Fireworks shows are coming BACK! Beginning on July 1, Happily Ever After will be returning to Magic Kingdom. Disneyland shows will start back on July 4.

If this is what you were waiting for, let’s connect and get your summer/early fall trip planned!

06/10/2021

The VelociCoaster is open!! If you are a roller coaster fan like me, you’ve got to check this out! I cannot wait to ride it for the first time in August! 😬

I know most of my posts focus on Disney, but don’t forget that I can help you book your next Universal adventure as well!

70 miles per hour… that might read like the speed limit on the highway to Universal Orlando Resort but it’s also how fast the NEW Jurassic World VelociCoaster is at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.  I’ve talked about my love for dinosaurs in a previous blog and how as a little girl I d...

05/15/2021

It looks like empty park pictures are going to be harder to get now! Disney World is taking steps to moving closer back to normal by raising park capacity moving forward. Masks are also now optional when outside but still required when inside any attractions, restaurants, and transportation.

If you’ve been waiting for more relaxed safety measures before making your way back to the magic, now is a great time to start planning! ✨

05/03/2021

Walt Disney World has just added a new offer for the summer! This offer is good for stays most nights July 11-Sept 29, 2021 and must be booked by August 28, 2021. If you are thinking about taking a trip this summer, NOW is the time to book!

Contact me when you are ready so you don't miss out on this deal!

04/29/2021

If a Disney cruise is on your vacation list, you need to check out the Disney Wish setting sail next summer! 😍 This ship looks like a dream!

Booking begins in May!

Today was a special day for Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering, as we unveiled a first look at the incredible spaces and experiences coming to the Disney Wish. I could not be more proud of our teams for the hard work and dedication they’re putting into making Disney’s newest ship un...

04/23/2021

Weekends are even better when this is your view! 😍 We are having a nautical time at the Yacht & Beach Club Resort.

04/07/2021

Only TWO weeks until I’m back in the magic and this is my view! 😍 ✨

Leave a comment and let me know what you’d like to see around the WDW resort while I’m there. Also, make sure you “like” my page to follow along on our weekend vacay coming soon.

04/06/2021

This is GREAT news for anyone is has an upcoming trip! As much as we all love a good mask photo, your WDW memories can now include your full face again starting April 8! (Outside, stationary, and socially distanced of course!)

Insiders, an exciting new update is about to go into effect at Walt Disney World theme parks! According to the Disney World website, starting this Thursday, April 8 you will be able to take outdoor photos with masks OFF! The rule is that you must be stationary and maintain appropriate physical dista...

03/31/2021

JUST ANNOUNCED: The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is starting early again this year! 🎉🎉

The festival will run from July 15-November 20 and you do not want to miss out on all of the yummy food & drinks that are only offered once a year. If you are thinking about attending, let’s get your visit planned for the Fall!

Start whetting your appetites, because the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins July 15 at Walt Disney World Resort! This year’s event will kick off with Global Marketplaces, including the return of many favorites – Canada, Greece, Germany, Hops and Barley, Appleseed Orchard and other...

03/23/2021

Summer is right around the corner and Disney Park Pass Reservations are filling up quickly! If you are thinking of visiting the magic soon, make sure you don't miss out!

03/10/2021

With all of the exciting things coming up this year, now is the perfect time to book your next Disney or Universal vacation! If you are thinking about taking a last minute spring break trip or getting away this summer or fall, THIS is your sign!

Let’s make that next vacation you’ve been dreaming about a reality!

03/05/2021

If the Polynesian Village is on your resort bucket list like it is mine, check out their new rooms! 😍

Can you feel that Pacific breeze blowing? That’s because we just stepped into Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort here at Walt Disney World Resort! Have a look at these new photos we’re sharing for the first time, taking you inside a newly reimagined guest room at the resort. These reimagined s...

02/26/2021

If you are a foodie and love seeing gorgeous character topiaries around the World Showcase, you do not want to miss this! The International Flower & Garden festival is starting next week until July 5, 2021.

The freshest flavors of spring – on the plate and in the glass – are showcased at Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Mar. 3 through Jul. 5, 2021. This Foodie Guide lists all the sweet and savory bites as well as refreshing sips at the over 20 festival-exclusive Outdoor Kitchen...