Angela Edwards - Travel with the Magic

04/22/2025

I can't believe it, but we are just 30 DAYS from the official opening of Epic Universe! It's been exciting to see preview guests enter the parks and experience the adventures of new lands like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, which ties in the Fantastic Beasts series.

Walk through the portal to enter the wizarding community of 1920s Paris. Brush up on your French so you can listen in on what the shopkeepers might be saying. Stop to chat with witches and wizards on the street and keep an eye out for any trouble Grindelwald might be causing.

If you're ready for a little travel through space and time, locate the Paris Métro-Floo. Step into the fireplace (don't worry the green flames won't hurt you) and when you emerge you'll notice that you've arrived at the London Ministry of Magic in the late 1990s, home of the new attraction Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.

A few other things to note:

✨ Bring your wand or stop by Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magiques. New second generation wands will unlock more experiences in the parks.

✨ Trying to order everyone's favorite wizard beverage? Ask for "Une bièreaubeurre, s’il vous plaît!" You'll find it in crêpe form at Café L’air De La Sirène.

✨ A fan of the magical creatures? Don't miss Le Cirque Arcanus. Be sure to peep in all the shop windows too.

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04/21/2025

The wait is over! 2026 Walt Disney World packages through October 31st will be available for booking tomorrow, April 22nd!

You'll get all the amenities you've come to know and love from a Walt Disney World Resort vacation, plus something brand new for next year.

Throughout all of 2026, guests of the Disney Resort hotels receive a free dining plan for kids ages 3 to 9 when they include the dining plan in their package for the whole party. The best part? You'll be able to combine the kids free dining plan with other special offers that may be rolled out at a later date.

Plus, you'll enjoy:
✨ 30 minutes of early theme park entry at every park, every day plus extended evening hours on select nights for guests of Deluxe and Deluxe Villa resorts.

✨ Complimentary theme park transportation; free parking at resorts, theme parks, and water parks.

✨ Early access to dining and Lightning Lane booking.

✨ Guests visiting in Summer 2026 will receive free water park admission on check-in day (subject to availability).

Remember, just a $200 deposit reserves your package with the balance due 30 days prior to check in. Ready to get started? Fill out your quote request to be at the top of the list for a quote tomorrow! https://www.angelaandthemagic.com/walt-disney-world-quote

04/20/2025

I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend with their loved ones. Did the Easter Bunny drop off anything fun for your family? Share your photos in the comments!

04/19/2025

Some of my regular clients just booked their first stay at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, A Loews Hotel. I cannot wait for them to experience this stunning new addition to the south campus of Universal Orlando Resort.

They'll be steps away from Epic Universe. Guests of Helios have their own entrance into the park from the resort. They'll be able to enjoy a relaxing pool area, delicious dining, a rooftop bar with incredible views, and more.

Epic Universe officially opens on May 22nd. Let's get your next Universal trip on the books!
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04/18/2025

Slamming that laptop shut until Monday? How about slamming it shut and then taking a long weekend getaway with Royal Caribbean instead.

There are a variety of 3 -5 night itineraries departing from Port Canaveral, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa, Florida as well as Galveston, TX. Explore the Bahamas and the Caribbean with most sailings stopping at Perfect Day at Coco Cay. Plus you’ll experience everything Royal has to offer on their incredible ships like Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas.

04/18/2025

Slamming that laptop shut until Monday? How about slamming it shut and then taking a long weekend getaway with Royal Caribbean instead.

There are a variety of 3 -5 night itineraries departing from Port Canaveral, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa, Florida as well as Galveston, TX. Explore the Bahamas and the Caribbean with most sailings stopping at Perfect Day at Coco Cay. Plus you'll experience everything Royal has to offer on their incredible ships like Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas.

04/15/2025

The countdown is on! Two weeks from today I’ll be back in the Happiest Place on Earth and I can’t wait to take you with me.

I’ll be staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. What’s not to love about a Craftsman-style lodge right in the middle of all the Magic? I’ll be splitting my time between training and experiences in the parks.

Questions about Disneyland or things you want to see while I’m there? Drop them in the comments.

04/13/2025

💫 In just 40 days the portals will officially open to guests at Universal Epic Universe! 💫

The Chronos portals will be your gateway into the immersive new worlds coming to life at Epic. The first portal will welcome you to the park and serve as your entry to Celestial Park. Four more more will lead you from Celestial Park into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe.

If you’re considering taking an epic journey, but aren’t quite ready Universal is bringing the adventure to four different citifies!

A gigantic, 30-foot-tall Chronos will appear at iconic locations in each city on the tour. Visitors will get an insight into what awaits them in Orlando. Visit in the evening for a light show!

💫 April 11-13: Atlanta, Georgia (Pemberton Place, adjacent to World of Coca-Cola)

💫 April 23-26: New York, New York (Rockefeller Center)

💫 May 16-18: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (The Rocky Steps)

💫 June 13-18: Chicago, Illinois (Pioneer Court)

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04/10/2025

Disney+ subscribers, let's chat about getting you to Walt Disney World this summer!
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This offer is valid on 2-night stays or longer, most nights from June 29 to July 31, 2025. Explore special rates below:

$99 Per Night, Plus Tax for Standard Rooms at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

$169 Per Night, Plus Tax for Woods View Rooms at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

$229 Per Night, Plus Tax for Cars Family Suites at Disney's Art of Animation Resort

$249 Per Night, Plus Tax for Deluxe Studios at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort

$339 Per Night, Plus Tax for Savanna View Rooms at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Other savings may be available!

The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the nondiscounted price for the same room. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Proof of Disney+ subscription required.

Contact us today for a quote!

04/08/2025

Major updates from Universal Orlando Resort today!

I was telling you guys last week about the gorgeous new Universal Helios Grand Hotel. It's opening next week - over a month earlier than expected! We can now book stays beginning April 16th.

And that's not all... guests currently booked at a Universal Hotel (along with passholders) now have access to preview Epic Universe before its official opening. Previews are currently schedule from April 17th - May 8th.

Are you ready for some Epic adventures?

04/08/2025

A Goofy Movie is celebrating 30 years! I loved this movie so much as a kid and I’m thrilled to see it getting so much love now.

The first time I went to Disneyland Max and Goofy were hanging out in Pacific Wharf. Do we think they were working on the Perfect Cast?

Seeing characters like this is one of my favorite things about Disneyland. Did you know they also have an After Dark event dedicated to the 90s? It’s on my wish list to get out there and sing some I2I with Powerline Max.

Have you seen A Goofy Movie?

04/02/2025

We’ve reached a new benchmark in the countdown to Epic Universe opening, just 50 days to go!

Along with the park, Universal is also opening a brand new hotel : Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel. There’s a lot to be excited about in terms of this gorgeous new resort which will transport guests to the palace of Helios, Greek god of the sun. Guests are going to love the Mediterranean-inspired design, stunning views of Celestial Park, and best of all a dedicated entrance to the new theme park.

I’m going to share some of the things I’m most excited to check out. Drop the corresponding emoji in the comments to let me know what you’re looking forward to seeing.

🌺 The rooms are going to be beautiful, garden-inspired retreats and many will have a view of Epic Universe.

🐉 If you really want to be part of the story, guests can book a How to Train Your Dragon Kids’ Suite, where the littlest visitors will love a colorful room inspired by the village of Berk.

🍹 Cap off an epic day with a drink at tapas at Bar Helios. This rooftop lounge offers 360-degree views of Epic Universe and the city beyond.

💦 Relax at the zero-entry pool. Enjoy underwater speakers, poolside movies, activities, a poolside bar and grill, and more! (PRO TIP: The offerings at the Universal pool bars are fire.)

🎟️ Let’s just say it one more time, A DEDICATED ENTRANCE TO EPIC UNIVERSE. This convenient access is only available to guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel. You’ll also get Early Park Admission to enjoy select attractions up to one hour before the park opens!

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04/01/2025

It's not a joke, both Walt Disney World water parks will be open this summer! Guests visiting between May 21 and September 7 can choose between Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. This is the first time since 2019 that all six parks will be open at the same time!

Blizzard Beach will still close for a little tune-up between May 1 and May 20. Stop by this month to celebrate 30 shiveringly cool years before the break.
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And don't forget that guests of Walt Disney World resorts receive free water park entry on their arrival day in 2025. Summer is shaping up to be a great time to visit.

03/29/2025

Whew. It's been a busy week! I'm prepping April itineraries, collecting dining request for June Disney travelers and fall Universal travelers, and I'm actively booking summer vacations to awesome destinations around the world. My 2026 waitlist is up and running if you like planning in advance! Plus:

✨ Yesterday we got four new offers from Walt Disney World, including fan-favorite FREE dining.

✨ Universal Orlando released additional options for Epic Universe including Express Pass and VIP Tours. These can now be added to packages for the rest of 2025.

✨ Season of the Force kicked off today at Disneyland. You can now meet Luke Skywalker in Batuu and there's a new evening projection show. I can't wait to experience this when we get there in just about a month!

✨ Tickets go on sale next week for H2Glow at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon. This special evening events runs on select nights from May 23rd to September 13th.

✨ Virgin Voyages has a great offer on European sailings.

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03/26/2025

This summer is going to be great time to plan a vacation to Walt Disney World! There are lots of exciting things for the youngest visitors to experience beginning May 27th and four new offers that can be booked starting tomorrow!

✨ The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After debut on May 27, 2025 at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

✨ Characters will be available to visit with Disney Resort hotel guests during early theme park entry.

✨ There will be new kid zones in Storybook Circus and Tomorrowland with Stitch. Goofy will take over CommuniCore Hall for the ultimate game party and play space.

✨ Guests staying at select resorts – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – will enjoy even more Disney-themed activities for families with kids including character visits with set appearance times!

✨ Purchase a 3-day or longer kids (ages 3-9) standard ticket for 50% off for May 27 through September 20, 2025.

✨ Get a 3-day, 3-park ticket with admission to one par per day (EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom) starting at $89 per day ($267 total, plus tax) for visits April 6 through September 22, 2025.

✨ Free dining returns! Select dates from June 29 through December 22, 2025 receive a dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day (or longer) hotel and park hopper package.

✨ Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotel rooms for stays August 1 through October 11, 2025.

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03/26/2025

Is it Spring Break where you are? We took a quick trip to the mountains over the weekend to get away for a bit and it was the perfect escape. I have to be honest… I’m not really a beach person. I would take a mountain vacation any day of the week.

What’s your pick? Drop an emoji in the comments, ⛰️🏝️.

03/24/2025

We're down to just 60 day until the opening of Epic Universe! It's going to be here before we know it.

When you're thinking about booking your next trip, remember there are three new hotels coming to the South Campus of Universal Orlando Resort along with Epic Universe. Here's a peek at one of them, Universal Terra Luna Resort, opening this week on March 25th.

🌎 Rooms sleep up to four guests in 2 queen-sized beds.

🌎 Outside you'll find a zero-entry pool with a hot tub, lounge, and outdoor games.

🌎 In the lobby, stop by the Luna Bar for craft cocktails, classic drinks, beer and wine.

🌎 Dining options include a quick service location, grab-and-go coffee bar, pool bar, plus in-room pizza delivery.

Let's explore the unknown on your next Universal Orlando vacation with a stay at Universal Terra Luna Resort!

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03/21/2025

In just a few weeks some of our Travel with the Magic team will be boarding the Aqua to experience the latest Prima Class ship from Norwegian.

Here are a few things you'll see on this gorgeous new ship:

💦Aqua Slidecoaster, the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide at sea with dueling slides.

💦 Guests 18+ can book a pass to enjoy Vibe Beach Club with its infinity hot tubs and full-service bar.

💦 More to entertain sailors of all ages including high-tech minigolf, VR games, interactive darts, retro arcade games and Glow Court, an LED sports floor for immersive play.

I can't wait to share more with you!