Fantastical Vacations by Donna

30/09/2023

24/08/2023

When you think that you made a post and realize it was drafted 🤦🏻‍♀️
Genie+ at Disneyland is always amazing and you can ride so many rides in just a couple of days even in the busy summer by planning to utilize Genie+ to the max!
In 2 days I rode 18 rides and used Genie+ on 8 of the biggest rides to maximize my time!
When you scan your ticket into the park you can make your first Genie+ selection and I always recommend doing one of the larger rides like Guardians of the Galaxy or Space Mountain to start off your day! If you are a thrill seeker you can rope drop one of these rides and have a short wait and then have a Genie+ for it and be able to write it again even faster!!
How Genie+ works is that you can select one ride at a time for a one-time use of that ride that day and once you scan into that ride when your time slot is open then you can make your next selection and so on and so forth. If there is a further away Genie+ wait time then 2 hours after you make your selection you can book another selection and stack them!
I highly recommend getting Genie+ to max out your day on your next vacation!

22/07/2023

To me there is nothing better than a holiday turkey sandwich from Earl.of Sandwich!
Disneyland's Downtown Disney for a short time has Earl of Sandwich and Earl of Sandwich Tavern back until Porto's takes over and I am so excited to have as many holiday turkey sandwiches as I can!
Downtown Disney is going through a lot of amazing changes and the food that is coming soon is going to be surreal how delicious it's going to be!

21/07/2023

It's late but I just wanted to say Happy National Dole Whip Day!!
My favorite is when it has tajin on it!!!!
What is your favorite Dole whip flavor?

18/07/2023

San Fransokyo is quickly being built! Pacific Wharf is being transformed and I am so excited for all of it! From the new food, to the characters and just the vibe.... everything is going to be amazing!
Tomorrow they will be premiering new food and drinks such as beef birria ramen, a Baymax macaron and a lychee tea to name a few!
Restaurants will slowly be opened starting July 19th.

17/07/2023

Happy birthday Disneyland!!!!
July 17,1955 was the first day for Disneyland to open their gates and they have evolved so much since then! They expanded into another park across the esplanade and added lands and so many characters!
I have enjoyed so many happy moments, birthdays, anniversaries and celebrations here and I can't wait to see what continues to be new at Disneyland as well!
When Walt Disney created this park he knew that it would always be growing from all the imagination that is inside of it and for 68 years it has been true!
In just 2 short weeks I am going to be a part of my agency FAM trip to explore all that Disneyland and California Adventure has for anyone who wants to make a visit! Stay tuned for some really fun things to come!

Thank you Disneyland and all the cast members for creating 68 years of wonder and magic!

21/03/2023

Spring time is definitely showing in California with all the rain and I am ready for the sunshine and beautiful flowers!
A few fun Spring time events happening on both coasts are the Eggstravaga at Disneyland happening now thru April 9th and in EPCOT Flower and Garden festival is going on now thru July 5th

04/03/2023

Food and Wine Festival starts today in Disneyland and runs until April 25th!
I can't wait to try all the new items from the festival 😍
What booth are you looking forward to the most?

01/03/2023

First day of Flower and Garden!
Today until July 5th is in my opinion, one of the best festivals that EPCOT has to offer! It's not too late to book a trip and travel around world!

26/02/2023

I am heading to the airport and traveling to Universal Orlando to meet up with my amazing agency and get to see good friends ♥️
We will be there for 8 days with my agency meet up in the beginning of the week, being there for the first day of Flower and Garden at Epcot and spending the rest of the week at Universal celebrating my anniversary with my husband!

🎉Follow along for some fun 🎉

20/02/2023

I am so excited that in exactly 1 week I will be back in Orlando and spending the week with my husband celebrating our anniversary, getting to see my amazing fellow travel agents and getting to celebrate Mardi Gras festival!
I am looking forward to Volcano Bay, Mardi Gras, Velocicoaster and Diagon Alley the most 😍

09/02/2023

Disney California Adventure turned 22 years old today!
Here is a fun throwback from about 13 years ago when the California letters were in the esplanade!
What are some of your favorite memories from California Adventure? What's something new that you love?

02/02/2023

It comes to no surprise my obsession with the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando and here is another cool thing you can buy there to make your trip more magical!

You can make any Gilly Water into an elixir with these 4 fun bottles. Each one changes your water a different color and has a different flavoring as well.

💚 is the "Elixir to induce Euphoria"
💙 is "Draught of Peace"
♥️ is "Babbling Beverage"
💛 is "Fire Protection Potion"

I also love the nod to the house colors as well with these elixirs. You can visit Eternelle's Elixir of Refreshment to buy your elixir and they can tell you about the flavor options as well!

31/01/2023

Today is the national "Plan for Vacation" day and I am so happy to offer my services for your next trip!
Obviously my absolute favorite vacation to plan is Disney and Universal but I can also help out with cruises, all inclusive like Sandals and Aulani (which is Disney but a lot of people forget about it)
Let me know what your vacation dreams are for the next couple of years and I will be happy to advise you with all the things you need to know!

31/01/2023

This Minnie Mouse statue is everything! The Mickey Mouse statue is in the front of Main St by the flag pole and this beautiful is next to Astro Orbiters on your way to Pixie Hollow!
She looks fantastic 😍

30/01/2023

What a beautiful moment! Disney's 100th celebration monorail is decked out in iridescent beauty and this may be my favorite spot in the parks now. The reflection in the water may be my most favorite touch!!

26/01/2023

I am going back to Universal Orlando in exactly 1 month and I am unbelievably excited and this time my hubby is coming as well!
I will be starting my trip with an agency meet up with the best agency ever Fantastical Vacations where we will be enjoying Mardi Gras festivities, hotel tours and training to be able to tell you all the best tips and tricks of Universal Orlando.
The second half of the week I will be enjoying my 8th anniversary with my husband with a little bit of Disney and a whole lot more of Universal! It will be my 3rd time back and his first time there!
Top things I am looking forward to:
✨ Mardi Gras
✨ Diagon Alley
✨ Velocicoaster
✨Volcano Bay

Stay tuned for all the excitement of planning food places, riding the rides and enjoying Orlando!

26/01/2023

Are you a fan of interactive rides! My husband and I love Toy Story Mania and always strive to get the best in the vehicle!
Majority of the time he is the one to win but when I get the highest score I definitely take a picture!!
What is your best score on this ride?

24/01/2023

Super Mario World opens in 25 days and I am so excited to go back to Universal Hollywood and experience it! This land is located in the Lower Lot next to Transformers.
The land is so cool to see going down the escalators to the lot with all its nostalgic animations!
Are you a Super Mario fan? My favorites are always Yoshi and Toad.
Let's plan a fun vacation to go see Super Mario World for yourself!

22/01/2023

A lot of announcements have happened in Disneyland and Disney World in the last couple of weeks! A lot of fun and exciting things to look forward to.

My top 3 favorites are
1: Food and Wine festival in Disneyland
2: Happily Ever After coming back to Magic Kingdom
3: TRON opening in April

22/01/2023

Lunar New Year festival is in full swing until February 15th! Enjoy entertainment, meet and greets, food booths and festivities!

21/01/2023

Nothing more beautiful than Pixar Pier at night! This is definitely a sight to see on your next vacation.

20/01/2023

Lunar New Year celebrations start tomorrow for Disneyland and California Adventure! I cannot wait to try all the food booths and see all the amazing decorations! Stay tuned for some Year of the Rabbit festivities!

19/01/2023

Are you a fan of Harry Potter?
I am a proud Hufflepuff and have loved Harry Potter for the last 2 decades. Universal Hollywood and Orlando do this fandom so much justice! It is so immersive and it really feels like you stepped into the books! So much details were thought of from the food, rides and land!
If you are a fan of Butterbeer, mythical creatures and magic then this is a must do vacation!

18/01/2023

Are you team Joffrey's or team Starbucks in the parks?

I am 100% team Joffrey's when I am in Disneyland and Disney World!

17/01/2023

WEB SLINGERS is such a fun ride and if you have a competitive side trying to get the best in the hour or day adds extra motivation! (Yes that's me highest in the car!!!)
This arm workout is an immersive way to help out Spiderman and get all the spider bots before they take over all of Avengers Campus!
The pre show is great as well with so many Easter eggs around the room, the vending machine has the best ones! Next time you are on the ride make sure to check it out!

16/01/2023

For all the Marvel fans Avenger's Campus is a must! It is so immersive and really just makes you feel like you are walking around Marvel headquarters!
Avenger's Campus also loves to bring out new characters when shows and movies come out for you to meet in person!
Anywhere that I can walk around and have a conversation with the god of mischief is a place for me!

15/01/2023

Rainy days at Disney! And even more rare a rainy Disneyland day! Some people see it as a bad thing but any day at Disney is better rain or shine!
There are things that are modified on rainy days like rides and characters but crowds and indoor ride wait times are a big difference as well!
Plus pictures in the rain are one of my favorite things!

What are your thoughts on rainy Disney days?

14/01/2023

Probably one of the coolest transition rooms anywhere! The first time those doors open and you see this in person it feels like you truly are part of the rebel alliance!
What side are you on?

13/01/2023

Salt and Straw has a dairy free special menu for the month of January and even though it's cold and rainy it's still a fabulous treat in at the end of a fun filled Disneyland day!
Being lactose intolerant this is 1000% up my alley!

12/01/2023

I love when you get an accidental Hidden Mickey or when a cast member adds a little pixie dust to your meal! Disney makes everything more magical!!

You can find this yummy food at Lucky Fortune in California Adventure

11/01/2023

It's been dreary and raining in California....take me back to Universal Hollywood in June with amazing weather and Scooby Doo and his crew for company! I am so excited to take another trip back to the California Universal parks when Super Mario World is open as well!

10/01/2023

2023 has just begun! Where do you want to travel this year? How can I help?

😍For me this year for vacation I have a beach trip, 2 Universal Orlando trips and a Walt Disney World trip to look forward to 😍

Vacation is calling 📳

09/01/2023

Today was originally the last day for Haunted Mansion Holiday but it will be extended for the month of January and closing January 30th to be changed back to its original form. So if you want a little bit more of the holidays and the famous Pumpkin King you still have a chance!

08/01/2023

Being burdened with glorious purpose sure looks good on this one! It always makes my entire day when I see my favorite frost giant. Loki is an amazing meet and greet and it's a great time seeing him wandering around Avengers Campus!!

07/01/2023

When you have a favorite villain it goes beyond the parks! If only he was a regular meet and greet it would be fabulous! Who is your favorite villain?

05/01/2023

🚨New Disney Dining Promo Card Giveaway - Booking begins TODAY 1/5/22!

🎟️ 4 Day minimum ticket AND 4 night minimum stay required

⭐️ For arrivals 6/25-9/14 2023

🥙 Depending on level of resort, and arrival date, you will get up to $150/night to use at participating dining locations on Disney World property!

📞 Contact me for more information and to book your summer 2023 Disney vacation!

#2023

05/01/2023

Since it's the beginning of the new year I just wanted to post all the places I can help you book your next vacation! If you are interested in a vacation in 2023 I would love to help you out!

04/01/2023

I am going to be back in the parks in 5 days for the last day of the festival and I am so excited to have some of my favorites again for the last time this year. Festival of the Holidays is always a great time in California Adventure but I am SOOO excited for Lunar New Year starting January 20th 😍

03/01/2023

I just finished a 19 hour Harry Potter movie marathon! Time for bed!!! Are you a fan of Harry Potter? If so, I have a great place for you to vacation at! Talk to me about a 2023 trip!