Smart Moms Travel with Sarah

24/08/2024

We’re down to less than four weeks until we are aboard the Disney Magic heading to Disneys new private island.

Right at 30 days (at midnight) before your cruise you are able to book something called the Royal Gathering. This is a free activity where you can meet many of the princesses on board all at once with small lines.

Since this is something most little girls want to do, it sells out almost immediately (you need very fast fingers for this one ✨)

We are very excited we were able to get it for this trip 👸👑

11/08/2024

Disney is going from 4 ships to 13 in a decade! 🚢🎉

Now I just need to find a way to start saving so we can experience these new cruise ships as they arrive.

https://disneyparksblog.com/dcl/disney-cruise-line-announces-four-new-ships/?

What’s better than one new Disney Cruise ship? How about four brand new Disney Cruise Line ships joining the fleet? Four is the magic number! Announced during the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, Josh D’Amaro (with a little help from musical group All-4-One) revealed that four ships will b...

08/08/2024

Only 43 days to go 🚢

We got my favorite thing to get in the mail, luggage tags 😂 I’m also putting the finishing touches on our door magnets for our stateroom.

I’m excited to share with you all about:
🚢 The Disney Magic
🏝️ Lighthouse Point
👻🎃 Halloween on the High Seas

And more!

01/08/2024

Are you thinking of planning a vacation to Universal? Maybe right before the kids go back to school or for a winter break? This exclusive offer is only available through a TA and there are only two weeks left to book! Please reach out if you would like a quote.

01/08/2024

I feel like I’m always coming here with exciting news from Disney and Universal, but I have to say, I can’t wait for Epic Universe and the new Harry Potter land.

Explore the wonders of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Ministry of Magic™, one of five amazing worlds coming to Universal Epic Universe, opening 2025 ...

25/07/2024

I seriously can’t wait to sail on the Treasure 🚢

It’s been so fascinating watching it be built, especially because all of the rooms are built off-site and brought in and placed into the ship.

Peter Pan and Captain Hook have finally made their way onto the Disney Treasure’s stern! Drop some pixie dust in the comments to celebrate. ✨

26/06/2024

🧞‍♂️Exciting changes are coming to WDW regarding Genie+🧞‍♂️

Beginning on July 24, Disney Genie+ service will become Lightning Lane Multi Pass, while individual Lightning Lane will now be known as Lightning Lane Single Pass.

The new names come with some exciting additional changes:

✨ You will be able to make Lightning Lane plans before you arrive. You can select up to three rides for the Multi Pass for each day of your vacation starting 3-days before arrival if off-site and 7-days before arrival for on-site guests.
✨ Choose your experiences and times prior to purchasing, so you know what you’re getting.
✨ Book Lightning Lane passes for multiple vacation days, all in a single day.

25/06/2024

We are half way to Christmas and all the details for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party have been announced. See below for dates and ticket prices.

NEW this year! If you purchase tickets for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party me you will receive my exclusive 2024 Party Guide! This guide is packed with insider tips, events, character details and all the information you need to make the most of this magical holiday experience. Don't miss out on this valuable resource and enjoy a truly unforgettable Christmas celebration! 🎄🏰

12/05/2024

Happy Mother’s Day ❤️

07/05/2024

It has been a whirlwind trip and as much as I love being at Disney, it’s nice to be home. Since I missed posting them:

Happy Star Wars Day (May the Fourth Be With You) 💫

Cinco de Mayo 🌵

AND

Halfway to Halloween (party details were announced today) 🎃👻

03/05/2024

We had a chance to eat at 1900 Park Fare this morning. It reopened last month after being closed since March 2020.

I have to say, I was very impressed and this character meal has gone to my top five favorite character dining meals at WdW.

My personal favorites were the breakfast pizza, cheesy hash browns, strawberry soup, bread pudding with vanilla cream.

Also, this is the only character meal where you get to meet a prince 👑

02/05/2024

Started with one of my favorite lunches at AK. It’s BBQ pulled pork Mac and Cheese from Flame Tree Cafe.

02/05/2024

A bright and early morning heading to one of my favorite places with some of my favorite friends 🫶🏰🎢

25/04/2024

I finally upgraded to a Magicband+! Why is it that mom is always the last person to get the cool stuff?

I’m excited to try it out at my favorite place one week from tomorrow 🏰

05/04/2024

This really spoke to me today 😂😂😂

My husband convinced me to do a Midwest trip this spring break to Arkansas and Missouri. I really missed Disney.

29/03/2024

Summertime at The Most Magical Place On Earth is going to be extra magical this year!

🏰 Magic Kingdom: You will be able to join the party in The Big Easy when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Magic Kingdom.

🦁 Animal Kingdom: The Lion King 30th anniversary roars into Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer! There will be exclusive merch, food and drinks, and of course special characters Timon and Rafiki will be joining the fun over at Planet Watch.

🎢 Hollywood Studios: Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can get into their feels with Joy herself! She’s headed to Pixar Plaza starting June 10, where she joins other Pixar stars. She’ll be in her new home just in time for Disney Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” which premieres in theaters June 14.

🚀 Epcot: All of the walls will finally be down at Epcot and a limited time show will be arriving this summer. Everyone will be talking about Bruno from June 10-Sept. 6 because a new summer sing-along featuring the beloved songs and story of “Encanto” is in development now. This new limited-time show, “¡Celebración Encanto!” runs several times throughout the day and will not only invite guests and their families to sing along with some of their favorite songs, but they’ll also spot Mirabel and Bruno on the newly opened CommuniCore Plaza stage.

This summer is going to be a great time to visit Disney World, especially because the 4-park, 4-day Magic Ticket is such an amazing deal. If you would like to visit Disney this summer, send me a message to start planning!

14/03/2024

It’s not a secret that I have become recently obsessed with cruising, specifically on Disney Cruise Line. So I’m super excited to share:

Disney Cruise Line will sail to fan-favorite destinations in summer 2025 (May-September 2025), offering unforgettable family vacations around the world. Itinerary options include tropical getaways to the Bahamas and Caribbean from Florida, adventures of grandeur in Alaska and, for the first time ever, European sailings to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe on board the Disney Fantasy.

Bookings open to the public on March 22, 2024. Clients that are Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club and select other affinity groups may take advantage of the following early booking windows:

🚢 Pearl Castaway Club Members: Monday, March 18, 2024
🚢 Platinum Castaway Club Members, Golden Oak and Club 33 Members: Tuesday, March 19, 2024
🚢 Gold Castaway Club Members: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
🚢 Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club and Adventure Insiders: Thursday, March 21, 2024
Bookings open to all Guests: Friday, March 22, 2024

Please send me a message if you would like a quote.

13/03/2024

Disney dropped a theme park ticket offer for spring/summer that is pretty amazing today!

The 4-Park Magic Ticket gives you access to each of the four Disney parks for as low as $99 per day per ticket.

For example: If you were to travel in June and want your first park day to be June 9:
The regular price for an adult ticket would be $568.18.
4-Park Magic Ticket promo price is $396.00

The 4-Park Magic Ticket is valid for one admission to each of the Walt Disney World theme parks (Magic Kingdom park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park) for a total of 4 admissions, on 4 separate days. Limit one admission per theme park, and one theme park per day. Ticket may be used to re-enter the same theme park on the same day.

This is a great way to visit all four of the parks Walt Disney World has to offer. Send me a message if you would like a quote!

06/03/2024

It’s back!!! 1900 Park Fare opened this morning for reservations. We were able to snag one for our trip in May. I can’t wait to check out the newly remodeled space, the character line up, and the food items that were shared on the Disney Blog post today.

The 1900 Park Fare Foodie Guide is here AND reservations are now open!

04/03/2024

The Festival of Fantasy parade is always a must-do for us. It’s in the afternoon, typically at 3 p.m.,, which makes it hard to catch, especially if you like to take a mid day break.

Is this parade a must-do for your family? What is your favorite float?

26/02/2024

Disney just announced that packages for 2025 will become available starting tomorrow 📣

✨NEW BENEFIT FOR 2025 RESORT GUESTS✨

Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests will receive complimentary entry to either Blizzard Beach ❄️ or Typhoon Lagoon 🌊 on their check-in day!

If you have already reached out to plan a 2025 trip, keep an eye out for emails/messages from me. Please reach out if you would like to plan a 2025 WDW vacation.

Are you excited for this news? Have you had a chance to visit a Disney World water park?

26/02/2024

It’s currently 47 in Michigan (which isn’t that bad), but we have cooler weather on the way later this week. It makes me want to hop on a plane and spend the day here. What’s the temperature where you live?

15/02/2024

I love this Photopass Photo for our trip last month. The photographer was so passionate about her photos and had so much fun posing us.

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone ❤️

08/02/2024

✨ OPENING SOON✨

1900 Park Fare will reopen at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa on April 10! It will feature returning guest favorites along with new character greetings, a refreshed dining room and other special treats! We actually had the chance to stay at the Grand Floridian last week (where 1900 Park Fare is located) and the whole resort is being remodeled. We had the chance to stay in a newly remodeled room and it was gorgeous.

06/02/2024

I have to admit, Epcots Festival of the Arts is one of my favorites. I love looking at all of the artwork and they even do drawing classes with Disney Animators. We completed the festival challenge and received the adorable cookie and a berry smoothie.

01/02/2024

Do you think my husband would agree to a second wedding? 😂

I had the chance to tour the wedding pavilion at the Grand Floridian yesterday and I’m in love 😍

18/01/2024

Today is an exciting day 🎉

I am ONE WEEK from being in Orlando for a Universal/Disney girls trip.

And

I am ONE YEAR from being on the Disney Treasure.