Rachel - Enchanted Expeditions LLC

25/06/2024

I am SO excited about this update, beginning July 24th!

24/06/2024

My favorite time of year to visit Disney! Message me today to start planning your next trip!

09/04/2024

NEW special offers for your next Disney World vacation!

Save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer—or save up to 25% on shorter stays. This offer is valid for stays most nights from July 8 to October 3, 2024.

Disney Visa Cardmembers: Enjoy a FREE dining plan when you use your Disney Visa Card to purchase a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option—for arrivals most nights from:
July 1 to July 31, 2024
September 1 to September 7, 2024
December 9 to December 21, 2024

Florida Residents: Save Up to 30% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights from July 8 through October 3, 2024.

08/04/2024

Solar Eclipse Day is here! Who has special plans for the day? I am in the path of totality and hoping the clouds stay away!

22/03/2024

Have you been thinking about a summer vacation to Disney World? Disney just announced even more reasons to visit this summer!

If you're ready to start planning, send me a message for a quote! Remember...my services are completely free and all that's required to book your dream vacation is a $200 deposit!

20/03/2024

I am SO excited about this news!

Today, we are thrilled to share the very first details about our next Disney Cruise Line ship! From zero to hero — just like that! — we are embarking on an epic new journey steeped in the lore of our favorite Disney heroes and villains.

The Disney Destiny, sister to the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, will have a first-of-its-kind design theme, “Heroes and Villains,” drawing on the legacies of beloved Disney stories, characters and theme park attractions.

The Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering teams were inspired by the dynamic duality of every great Disney story when developing this new ship, where opposing forces of light and dark drive characters to rise to their purpose. Onboard, guests will encounter heroes and villains alike – including those from beloved Walt Disney Animation stories like “The Lion King,” “Hercules” and “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” – within spaces, experiences and entertainment throughout their voyage.

Minnie Mouse embodies the spirit of the Disney Destiny in this brand-new filigree artwork for the bow of the ship, continuing a beloved Disney Cruise Line design tradition. Donning a heroic new ensemble – cape and all! – and a valiant pose, she will boldly lead guests on epic cruise vacations.

The Disney Destiny also reached a new construction milestone today with the keel laying ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, which is a maritime tradition designed to bestow good luck upon the ship. Delivery for Disney Destiny is scheduled for 2025.

With this ship of destiny beginning to take shape, stay tuned for more details!

14/03/2024

Who wants to cruise with Disney in 2025???

So excited about these summer itineraries! If you’re interested in receiving a free, no obligation quote, I’d love to chat with you! 🙂

27/02/2024

Even more great news today! Disney World packages for 2025 open TOMORROW for January-October 2025!!! Now is the perfect time to start planning your Disney vacation!

As always, my services are completely free and all that's needed to book is a $200 deposit! If you'd like a quote, please send me a message and I'll be happy to discuss all things Disney with you!

Your support means the world to me and I'm so excited to start planning magical vacations for 2025!

26/02/2024

This is such a fun new perk for Disney Resort Hotel guests in 2025!!!

Disney Resort hotel guests arriving in 2025 can enjoy admission to a Disney water park!

12/01/2024

Disney Cruise Line shows are AMAZING!!! I can’t wait for this!

⛵️ Voyagers, embark on a sneak peek of two captivating scenes from “Disney The Tale of Moana,” an all-new stage show debuting exclusively onboard the Disney Treasure in December 2024. Check out the Disney Parks blog for more info: http://di.sn/6008RvNTq

09/01/2024

The Disney girl math is mathing!

03/01/2024

FREE DINING PLAN offer is being released tomorrow! Contact me today so we can start planning! I'll be sure to give you all the best recommendations to use those free dining credits! 😄

16/12/2023

A rainy day at Disney is still a great day! Almost every ride at Animal Kingdom was a walk on, with Flight of Passage being our longest wait at 35 minutes! And, for me, it wouldn’t be an Animal Kingdom day without Mr. Kamal’s seasoned fries!

01/12/2023

I fully admit that my Texas roots run deep when it comes to cold weather. 😂

Which one do you relate to?

23/11/2023

Happy Thanksgiving!

I’m so incredibly thankful for each and every one of you that have allowed me to help plan your vacations!

04/11/2023

One of my favorite views! I might have been functioning on 40 hours of no sleep but it was more than worth it!

Can’t wait to share more with y’all from Enchanted Expeditions LLC’s first annual business trip! 🙂

11/10/2023

This is amazing news!

🚨 IT’S COMING BACK 🚨 All-day Park Hopper Access returns to Walt Disney World on Jan. 9, 2024 😱 http://di.sn/6184ur994

21/09/2023

Is it’s a small world a love or hate attraction for you?!? Let me know in the comments!

08/09/2023

I look forward to this event each year! Who’s following along with me?!?

You’re Invited! ✉️ ✨ Join us tomorrow, Sept. 9, at 9:15 a.m. ET/6:15 a.m. PT over on the Disney Parks Blog as we share more about the future of Disney Parks, featuring updates from around the world at ! http://di.sn/6181PL923

01/09/2023

If you're a Haunted Mansion fan, this is amazing news! Disneyland packages for 2024 just opened so now is the time to book! Message me today for a free, no obligation quote!

17/08/2023

A few common questions I get when talking to new clients are “What benefits do I get using a travel agent? I like to plan my trips so why would I need/want a travel agent?”

I COMPLETELY understand these questions so just a quick reminder on why using a travel agent is beneficial! Click on the picture to see 8 reasons to book with a travel agent!

Also keep in mind that when you book with me or one of the agents at Enchanted Expeditions LLC, you are supporting a small business! I value each and every one of my clients and hope you’ll choose to book with our agency for your next vacation!

11/08/2023

I'm pretty positive my 3 year old would fit in perfectly at Minion Land! 🤪

Illumination's Minion Land – Now Open

Blast your way through Villain-Con in a new attraction, dine at the Minions Cafe and more at the new Minion Land on Illumination Avenue. http://spr.ly/6187Pg2rx

04/08/2023

Haunted Mansion themed beignets?!? Sign me up! Which treat calls to you from somewhere beyond? 👻

02/08/2023

So Disney doesn’t excite you? Believe it or not, at Enchanted Expeditions, we specialize in more than just Disney! Are you looking for an endless supply of thrill rides? Maybe you have younger kids that love the Minion movies! Jurassic Park fans? HARRY POTTER?!? Universal Orlando is the place for you! Check out this pricing example and if it sounds pretty great to you…send us a message and we’d be happy to help you plan your vacation with no cost to you!

02/08/2023

I'm always a fan of saving money on flights! This is worth looking into if you are traveling with Southwest by 9/30 and plan on flying again early next year!

25/07/2023

Disney on a budget!

Everything seems to be expensive right now and the idea of spending the money “required” for a Disney vacation is overwhelming. But I’m here to tell you that Disney CAN be done on a budget! Some ways to help with the cost are outlined below.

🏨Stay at a value resort
Value resort does NOT equal poor quality! Art of Animation and Pop Century are two exceptional value resort options and they have the bonus of Skyliner transportation!

🗓️Try to go during the “value season”
Disney pricing is “seasonal” based. If you go during school breaks, holidays, etc, you’re going to be paying premium prices for rooms and tickets. I know this can’t always be avoided but you will save a pretty penny if you go during one of Disney’s “slower” times!

💲Purchase discounted Disney gift cards
This is one of my favorite tips! Most warehouse club chains (Costco, Sam’s Club, BJ’s) have discounted Disney gift cards you can buy. But if you’re not a member at one of those stores, don’t be sad! Target also offers their 5% red card discount on Disney gift cards! I know 5% isn’t a HUGE discount but when you’re talking about paying for your entire package and using them in the parks at most vendors/stores/restaurants, it adds up quickly!

🥪Bring snacks and drinks into the park
Disney allows you to bring a soft sided cooler into the parks! Make sure you don’t have any glass containers though…Disney doesn’t like that. If you REALLY want to save money, you can even bring a full meal in with you! Each room has a mini fridge so we like to either stop at a grocery store on the way (if we have a car) or order from a grocery delivery service! I’m a big fan of Disney snacks and food so I don’t always follow this tip, but if you’re looking to save some money, food is a big area where you can cut costs!

🧸Limit spending on souvenirs
It can be easy to overspend on souvenirs when there is a gift store on every corner and even some you have to walk through after a ride! One idea is to give each child a gift card with a preset amount on it. They can buy whatever they want (that fits in the budget) but once the gift card has been used, that’s it! If you don’t want to go that route, there is a wonderful/dangerous store, Disney Character Warehouse, in the area. Many of the cute things you see in the parks (pins, clothes, toys, etc) end up at this store at a heavily discounted price! I have personal shopper friends (“Your WDW Outlet Shopping” on Facebook) that will pick up items for me at this store. I just purchase things from them that I know my kids will love and bring those with me! So when my 3 year old sees a $20-$30 bubble wand that he really wants, I can pull out the bubble wand I got for $7 that is just as exciting!

✅Use a packing list
When you book with us at Enchanted Expeditions LLC, you will receive a detailed packing list created from our personal experience visiting the parks! I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to pay Disney prices for things that I could have brought from home or purchased somewhere else for half the price. It’s easy to forget things when trying to leave for vacation and packing lists are great for ensuring you don’t spend money on things you forgot or didn’t think to bring!

These are just a few ideas for maintaining a budget when planning a Disney vacation! I could go on and on but who is really going to read all of it?!? If you would like more in depth explanations and other ideas, send me a message and I am happy to give you all the tips and tricks! Vacations are a privilege and I know choosing where to go is sometimes determined by budget, but if Disney is on your wish list, I will do everything in my power to help you get there! It CAN be done and the memories will last you a lifetime!

20/07/2023

I couldn’t let the official Dole Whip day pass without a post! 🍍🍦

If you were at Disney World right now, which of these would you order?!?
Comment (and see my answer) below!

(A) Classic Pineapple Dole Whip Cup

(B) Tropical Serenade: Pineapple-Orange-Guava juice, coconut soft serve, and an upside-down pineapple cake pop.

(C) I Lava You Float: Fanta Strawberry Soda and Passion Fruit flavor served with Dole Whip Orange and topped with popping candy!

(D) Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

18/07/2023

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Flying can be overwhelming at times! When should you buy your plane tickets? How do you ensure the best price? What about all the extra fees? How do I survive travel with kids?!? All legitimate questions! My primary tips that I offer clients looking to book and travel by airplane are simple.

🗓️Search for flights during the middle of the week (Tuesday-Thursday)!
There is a theory that flight prices increase on the weekends and you are more likely to find a better deal during the middle of the week. Is this theory true? I’m not 100% sure but I have noticed that weekend prices seem to be higher. And who doesn’t want to save a little bit of money?!? I need to save all my pennies for the actual vacation!

💵Watch out for hidden fees!
Some airline companies have fees that aren’t built into their base fare. Think checked luggage, picking your seats, carry-ons, etc. If you can name it, there is probably a fee attached to it. A low fare might look super appealing but make sure you are factoring in allll of the extra costs they sometimes like to add on.

🎒Pack your travel documents and other essentials in a carry on!
It’s a nightmare I hope nobody ever has to deal with…but lost luggage is still a thing. It might even have just been left behind and you’ll see it the next day. However, it’s vital to have those necessary items with you in a carry-on. I like to bring a change of clothes with me (especially when I have the kids with me!) just in case I’m stranded somewhere with none of my at-home comforts.

🍫Bring snacks! Lots of snacks!
Ok this isn’t necessarily a requirement for smooth travel but it is for ME and my kids! I don’t want to pay airport prices for my littles to decide halfway through that whatever they got is the most disgusting thing on earth and it ends up in the trash. Bringing snacks from home has been a game changer. And I’ll be honest…a hangry Rachel isn’t fun either. And if you don’t want to pay the exorbitant prices for drinks, you can always bring an EMPTY water bottle with you. Many airports now have free water refill stations so it’s something that might be worth it for you!

Nothing is ever foolproof but hopefully these easy strategies can help you in your future travels! I’d love to hear any of YOUR ideas for making air travel a breeze!

17/07/2023

Well this makes it an even BETTER time to visit Disney World! Between the amazing special offers available right now, getting to see the parks decorated for the holidays, and now this celebration…it’s the perfect time to experience the parks!