Stephanie Yemm - Small World BIG FUN

Home
Stephanie Yemm - Small World BIG FUN

I am a Travel Agent based in the Quad Cities but I've also spent time in Denver, Nashville, Chicago, and Houston! Follow for travel tips, deals, and more!
(3)

I am beginning this adventure because travel is one of the most important parts of life to me!

28/06/2024

It's been a busy week!!

Discounts have been released for Walt Disney World, new itineraries have been opened for sale on Disney Cruise Line for late 2025 and early 2026, updates to the Walt Disney World Lightning Lane system, the official opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure at WDW, and more!!

Remember, a $200 deposit reserves your Walt Disney World resort and ticket package, and the early bird always gets the worm with Disney! There are some unreal options on Disney Cruise Line too - I'm looking at Southern Caribbean itineraries for Fall 2025 for myself! Let's talk!!

25/06/2024

Disney is making some big changes to Genie+ and the Individual Lightning Lanes starting in July! Deep breaths, travelers! Like always, I am already learning a LOT as I type this and will have a plan in place soon! The Small World Big Fun agents and I are true experts and there is no one better equipped to help you navigate the changes.

The next few weeks will be busy as we put together plans! If you are interested in a last-minute summer or fall trip, reach out to me now and let's get it on the books!!

16/06/2024

The only way to get to Disney’s beautiful private island, Castaway Cay, is on a Disney Cruise! Once you’re on the island, you can enjoy the family beach, water slides, the kids’ club, the adults only beach, included food, special drinks, bike rentals, snorkeling, and more. It’s amazing!!

26/02/2024

Starting tomorrow we can book Walt Disney World vacation packages for January-October 2025!!

It only takes a $200 deposit to start planning! It is *always* best to book early for a vacation to Disney World. You get your first choice of resorts and room type, and we can apply discounts that are released later if you're eligible!

When you book a vacation package with me, I will provide full planning services that include:

✨help select the right hotel and ticket package
✨assist with dining reservations and reservations for extra magic such as the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, light saber building experiences, behind-the-scenes tours, and more!
✨transfers to and from the airport to your hotel
✨Disney technology training that includes learning about Genie+
✨a full itinerary with lots of tips and tricks
✨available to answer questions before and during your vacation!

17/02/2024

Who would love to have this view today? 🙋🏻‍♀️

These Friendship Boats connect Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas, and the Swan and Dolphin resorts to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios! Picture yourself and your family leisurely boarding the water taxi with a coffee in the mornings! 😍 Easy and convenient are not always what you think of when you think of a trip to Walt Disney World, but these resort locations allow me to use those words with confidence when describing how to get to the parks!! 🙌

10/01/2024

National Geographic Expeditions has released itineraries for 2025 Signature Land and River Cruise vacations and they have me dreaming of the possibilities!! I have studied the itineraries and they have some incredible experiences listed. Some highlights from various expeditions include:

🦧 Observe orangutans and Malayan sun bears at conservation centers in Sepilok on the Borneo Wildlife Adventure

🌺 Explore a wildlife refuge with a National Geographic photographer and conservationist in Costa Rica

🗺 Venture away from the crowds to lesser visited sites, including the pyramids at Dahshūr, the Valley of the Queens, and the stunningly painted tomb of King Seti I in Egypt

🐬 Cruise the serene waters of the stunning Milford Sound in New Zealand, keeping an eye out for the resident seals, dolphins and penguins

and more!! More options include visiting India, Morocco, Tanzania, Vietnam, and Patagonia! ✈️ Dream with me by looking at http://tinyurl.com/SYemmNatGeoExpeditions and then message me to start planning!!

03/01/2024

Attention Disney+ subscribers!!!

Starting Jan. 3, 2024, Disney+ subscribers can get a FREE dining plan when purchasing a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option. This offer is valid for arrivals most nights July 1 through Sept. 30, 2024.

Let me know if you're interested in planning a vacation! 🥳

14/11/2023

I was up early this morning helping families with the new Kids Play and Dine Offer for Walt Disney World!

Save on a magical family vacation this spring! Children’s (ages 3 to 9) theme park tickets and dining plans are half off with the purchase of a nondiscounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package for you and your children that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel, as well as theme park tickets and a dining plan.

This is available for most dates March 3, 2024 through March 24, 2024 and April 7, 2024 through June 30, 2024 at eligible resorts.

Availability will go quickly! Please let me know if you are interested!

11/10/2023

We are *excited* at our house because all-day Park Hopper access is coming back to Walt Disney World!!

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). As a reminder, since returning in 2021, Park Hopper access has only been available after 2 p.m. each day. Now, there will be no more waiting – guests can decide when it’s time to visit another park.

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.* For example, if a Passholder has a reservation at EPCOT and enters the park at 9 a.m. for a quick ride or two, they can then head to another park right after.

2024 is going to be an incredible time to visit! All-day Park Hopper access is returning, theme park reservations no longer required for date-based tickets (our standard ticket option), the Disney dining plan is once again able to be added to packages... It's going to be BIG FUN!

24/09/2023

Yesterday we got to go on a tour of the Disney Fantasy, one of the five current Disney Cruise Line ships!! We got to see so much including adults-only areas, the spa, and some staterooms. My favorite part was listening to our guide talk about all the small special details the Imagineers included when designing this ship!

23/09/2023

Hello from our Agency Education Program in Orlando! We are learning about lots of destinations and were visited by this special guest at the end of our meetings yesterday. So
excited to learn how to better serve our clients!

Do you have any questions about Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, or Adventures by Disney?

06/09/2023

I'm SO excited for the Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship! It will have some of the fan-favorites from the Disney Wish, including the Worlds of Marvel dining experience, adults-only dining at Palo and Enchante, action-packed kids' clubs featuring Tangled, Frozen, Marvel, and Star Wars theming (and more) and Disney Seas the Adventure show. We are excited that the Toy Story Splash Zone is back! BUT the Treasure will also have its own adventurous flair! New highlights include:

- a fiesta at sea at the two-night, theatrical dining experience starring Coco!
- sketches, storyboards and props on display from movies like Aladdin, Lion King, and Tarzan at the elegant 1923 restaurant (my favorite restaurant from the Wish with an adventure theme!)
- an all-new adventure on the AquaMouse water coaster attraction
- Skipper Society lounge inspired by the Jungle Cruise attraction
- Periscope Pub featuring what Disney calls "a look at the watery world below through an intriguing glass ceiling.”
- Cafes featuring Moana and Mulan
..and there are more surprises they haven't announced yet! My imagination is running wild!

There will be 1,246 staterooms and suites and the ship will launch with 7-night itineraries from Port Canaveral. Post your questions here, and if we have answers, I'll share them!

05/09/2023

I just watched the reveal for the all-new Disney Treasure ship on Disney Cruise Line - and it's going to be spectacular. This ship will be wonderful for those who love adventure and who are looking for a true family vacation! The theming is so fun - there are touches from the Lion King, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Coco, and so many other beloved Disney classics.

I'll post more information soon - but if you're interested let's talk! Reservations will open to the public on Sept. 20. The cruise line will also roll out early access to its Castaway Club loyalty program members. Pearl members can book starting Sept. 12, followed by Platinum on Sept. 13, Gold on Sept. 14 and Silver on Sept. 19.

22/08/2023

Let’s chat about Minnie Vans!

Powered by the Lyft app, Minnie Vans have on-demand service on Walt Disney World property. They are an extra cost, but they’re often the most efficient and comfortable way to get from point A to point B. And, they each have two car seats available (one pictured here, the other being installed at the time this first photo was taken). There are also accessible Minnie Vans which can each fit up to two ECVs or wheelchairs. To use the Minnie Van service, simply open the Lyft app while on property and book as you normally would book a ride but select Minnie Van as your option!

Disney also provides complimentary transportation around property, like from the resort hotels to the theme parks!

Who has a question about Minnie Vans??

15/06/2023

THREE new discounts were released this morning for Walt Disney World this fall and winter! I've been busy seeing which of my already-booked clients qualify for the promo and applying the discount to their vacations - saving them money when they may not even know yet that the discount has been released!

Let me know if you've been thinking about a trip to Walt Disney World coming up - now is a great time to take a look at options!

09/06/2023

We can still book you at Walt Disney World for THIS SUMMER! ☀️

Yes, it's hot, but a few things about that!

1) It's hot at home, too!!
2) The Walt Disney Resorts have amaaaazing pools, perfect for a mid-day or evening swim (night swim at the Polynesian Village Resort splash pad pictured here!)
3) There are water rides in many of the parks to cool you down! Lots of attractions are actually indoors, too, so A/C breaks are frequent.
4) Try a cool-down treat like a Mickey ice cream bar or a Dole Whip!
5) In addition to spectacular resort pools, Walt Disney World has TWO water parks on property!
6) We've really seen less crowds in the summer than other times of year, particularly the fall, the holiday season, and Spring Break.
7) Kids are already off school, so no need to work around days off or school breaks.

30/05/2023

2024 Walt Disney World packages are available starting tomorrow!

There are a few exciting updates for 2024, including the return of the Dining Plan and the departure of the necessity to make a park pass reservation in advance!

You may wonder why it is advantageous to book early, and there are lots of reasons. The availability will be the broadest tomorrow - especially for guests who have certain dates, a certain resort, or a special room type in mind. Discounts can be applied by me, your trusty travel agent, as they are released later (pending availability), and I always keep an eye on these and communicate with my travelers to make sure they're getting the best package available to them.

I have a plan with several families to book first thing tomorrow! If you're thinking about a 2024 WDW vacation, please reach out ASAP, I'd love to help you!

01/05/2023

If you love Disney magic, you might LOVE a Disney Cruise Line vacation for your family! If you'd like to know more, our agency is hosting a free, no-obligation webinar to give you the opportunity to ask all your questions and learn all about DCL this Wednesday. Message me if you'd like the link!

16/03/2023

LOTS of new announcements regarding fun things coming soon to Walt Disney World!

This fall, Mirabel from the Walt Disney Animation Studios hit film “Encanto” will greet Guests in the Fairytale Garden at Magic Kingdom, which will be transformed with whimsical décor inspired by La Familia Madrigal.

05/01/2023

Disney World released some spring and summer 2023 promotions today!

As always with these discounts, the availability is limited. If you're thinking about taking advantage of them, reach out ASAP so I can help you snag one!

Room discounts are available for check ins March - July 10.

A Digital Disney Dining Promo Card is available for arrivals most nights July 1 to July 10, 2023 and August 1 to September 14, 2023 with a purchase of a non-discounted 5-night/4-day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Disney Resort hotels. (The fine print for this promo comes loaded with specifics for the various resorts and length of stay dollar amounts.)

Existing clients, I am working through reservations to see if I am able to apply this discount or promotion to your reservation! I’ll email you about any savings! (I've already reached out to a few of you this morning! 😉)

03/01/2023

My agency owner is hosting an informational Zoom this Thursday, Jan 5 at 6:00 CT for anyone interested in learning more about Disney Cruise Line! I'll be there - come listen in and learn more about why cruising with Captain Minnie and Captain Mickey might be right for you!

If you're interested, let me know and I'll send you the details. You can also post any questions you have about Disney Cruise Line here 👇!

24/12/2022

Merry Christmas Eve everyone!! This is one of the memories I'm super grateful for this year. We enjoyed the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Wish, this fall. After breakfast one morning, we rounded a corner and Peter's favorite movie, Finding Nemo, was playing on the giant tv. He LIT UP and spent the next hour just running around smiling and babbling. Rich and I were in heaven watching him be so happy! We took turns chasing him and enjoying the moment. He also loved watching the waves from our private verandah.

If you like the Disney Parks experience, I highly recommend considering Disney Cruise Line for an upcoming family vacation. You can truly relax, and I'm not exaggerating when I say magic is around every corner! We were constantly saying, "This is the best," and "How did they do that????" The service is just amazing, and there really is something for everyone. If your family likes Marvel, Star Wars, classic Disney characters, princesses, amazing food and drinks, and cool destinations, I bet you'd love sailing with Disney.

Tonight I have my DVR set to record "Making the Disney Wish" on National Geographic and I'm so excited to see behind the scenes of building this incredible ship! It's on at 8PM CT if you're interested! Our travel agency owner will also be hosting some virtual events in the coming weeks for guests who haven't cruised before but are interested in learning more about Disney Cruise Line! Stay tuned for details!

14/10/2022

This photo was taken (by my husband - he's the better photographer!) from the patio off of our room at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort on our last Walt Disney World vacation!

I'm often asked what my favorite resort at Walt Disney World is, and my response is always to ask more questions. What's important to you is totally different from the priorities and wishes of a different traveling group!

This trip was our first with our one-year-old. The Polynesian was perfect for us in this stage of life, and we returned often for naps and breaks. He LOVED the beach, splash pad, and pool! The night this photo was taken, Rich and I had drinks and some ice cream on our patio during the fireworks while Peter slept inside. We didn't have to completely sacrifice his routine to have a wonderful vacation! 👏 We even stayed Club Level to make things next-level convenient, because that's what we really wanted on this particular trip. On the two trips before this one, though, I stayed at Moderate resorts because I was prioritizing lots of time in the parks and my budget over convenience and resort amenities!

There are a lot of things to know and to take things into account when designing your Walt Disney Resort vacation! If you want a view like this one on your next trip, reach out!

11/10/2022

The Disney Genie+ system is changing again! Good news, if you’ve booked your Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation with me, I will walk you through every single one of these changes and what this means for your vacation. Be sure to join us for the Small World Big Fun Private Clients Genie Webinar this coming Sunday as we break this down!

22/09/2022

Castaway Cay, Disney's private island in the Bahamas, has so many areas to explore. The waves were so gentle so Peter could play easily in the water, and lawn chairs and shade were easy to find. Rich and I took turns snorkeling to find the sunken Disney treasures. Mickey Mouse and other characters (like Jack Sparrow) make appearances, too! The adults-only beach and cabanas are sure to be perfect for other groups, and this family beach was perfect for us. We had such a beautiful day!

16/09/2022

Rich, Peter and I were so excited to experience the brand new Disney Wish over Labor Day Weekend! The first thing we did was tour the beautiful “it’s a small world” nursery. Peter spent a little time there over the following few days so Rich and I could briefly enjoy the adult-only infinity pool during the day and the beautiful adult-only lounges in the evening! We’d drop him off after dinner for an hour to enjoy a drink, and then we’d pick him back up to enjoy the evening shows with us! See the nursery here!

07/07/2022

I am so excited to sail on the brand-new Disney Wish in September! Look at these beautiful staterooms! 😍

28/06/2022

Yay! Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique resumes royal makeovers at the Magic Kingdom on August 25!

Cast members – Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices – transform guests ages 3 to 12 into some of their favorite Disney characters with hairstyling, makeup, costumes and accessories. In addition, the reopening ushers in even more options to choose from, including a new hair accessory especially designed for textured hair and new costumes featuring some of Disney’s newest heroes and heroines coming later this year!

01/06/2022

You'll see me post about Disney and Universal frequently because I have many travelers going soon, and things at the theme parks change a mile a minute, but I book other destinations as well! In the past month or so, I've researched and/or booked the following destinations for my clients!

⛱ Grand Cayman
⛳️ Scotland
🚢 Royal Caribbean Cruise from Orlando
🗺 Puerto Rico
🏝 Turks and Caicos
🏙 Chicago

In the coming months, I'll be traveling to Chicago, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Orlando, and Colorado! One of the best ways for me to research for you is to travel as often as I can, see as much as I can, and bring personal experience and advice to my clients.

I'm happy to talk with you about your travel bucket list anytime, and how we can help you check some things off!!

28/05/2022

Today I'm sharing one of my best pieces of advice...

Bring an external phone charger with you to Disney!

You'll be on your phone a lot, and you definitely want the ability to charge on the go. You'll be taking lots of photos, booking ride reservation times using the My Disney Experience app, watching wait times, looking at the digital map, and more.

You can pack your own chargers or purchase pre-charged exchangeable charge packs at Disney. Once it's out of juice, you can swap it for a fully-charged replacement!

Address

61265

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 19:00
Thursday	08:00 - 19:00
Friday	08:00 - 19:00

Telephone

+13092303683

Website

http://smallworldbigfun.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Stephanie Yemm - Small World BIG FUN posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Stephanie Yemm - Small World BIG FUN:

Videos

Here's a five minute overview of the changes to the My Disney Experience App that I recorded this morning! (Please excuse the cute baby noises you may hear in the background 😆) I talk about Disney Genie, Disney Genie+, Individual Attraction Selections, and Lightning Lanes with some screenshots of the app to show you what it looks like now. Check it out!

Shortcuts

Address
Telephone
Opening Hours
Alerts
Contact The Business
Videos
Claim ownership or report listing
Want your business to be the top-listed Travel Agency?

Country:

City: