Amy Carver's Pixie Vacations page has been retired

16/09/2021

16/09/2021

Hello everyone, I am no longer planning vacations.

Please reach-out out to my former colleagues Chris Sharps at [email protected] or Jenni Borski at jenni@pixievacations and they will be happy to assist you.

I assure you, you will be in good hands.

I hope the future holds many safe and magical vacations ahead.

Hakuna Matata.

16/03/2020

In case any of you have little ones and need help explaining why a visit with Mickey has to wait. This might be easier.

16/03/2020

This is certainly a scary time. I have had the pleasure of working with several clients these past few days that have been impacted by the current closures and preparing others for more to come.

I appreciate their understanding. It truly stinks to have to cancel a vacation you spent so much time, energy and money into. I know how much you were looking forward to it too. I had to cancel my first real vacation with my own kids in seven years as well. I am feeling your pain, I can assure you.

Here is the good news. Disney isn't going anywhere. This is temporary. It is also the most prudent thing they could do at this time to ensure guest safety which is always paramount.

We are unable to tell you the time frame of these closures, but I recommend that all guests traveling in May, June and July hold out and do not cancel.

With the travel industry now at a halt, we will heal. It will take some time, but Disney WILL reopen. You will have to determine your own comfort level for when they do reopen and I stress...they WILL.

From what I understand, Disney plans to take this time to deep clean their resorts, parks and ships. It will most likely not only be the happiest place on earth to return to, but the cleanest and most sanitary once they are done. I would not hesitate to take my own children there and for those that know me really well, they know that I consider my children my own heart that is just walking outside my body. I'd never put them in harms way.

Whatever you decide, I am here for you. I have worked with Pixie Vacations for close to eight year, but I also work a full-time job in the nonprofit industry. Yes, Pixie helps me supplement my nonprofit job, but that's not why I do this. I like to help people. Being a former castmember from both Disney and Universal, I understand how hard and overwhelming planning a Disney and/or Universal vacation can be. I just want to assist folks to make their lives easier so they can focus more on the memory making part. I also get to work with amazing people from all over that keep coming back. I have literally gotten to virtually watch some of my guest's kids grow-up and that means so much to me.

Hang in there everyone. We will get through this and there are many magical memories ahead.

Walt Disney World has updated their list of closures related to Coronavirus concerts to include Disney owned hotels and locations at Disney Springs.

13/03/2020

Disney Cruise Line now suspending until end of month.

It is the first time Disney will close both Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida since the Sept. 11 attacks.

13/03/2020

Walt Disney World is closing this Sunday, March 15 through end of month.

With the rise in cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Walt Disney World Resort has announced

07/02/2020

It’s almost time.

It’s a great time to be a Star Wars fan. “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” is out in movie theaters. “The Mandalorian” is streaming on Disney+. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance just opened inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland

24/01/2020

Millennium Falcon fastpass not available, but you’ll have to choose between it and Slinky Dog if you can snag one.

Which one would you choose?

Get a Fastpass for Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run now as it joins the tier-1 group at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

10/01/2020

The four Disney resorts serviced by the Disney Skyliner will now have limited bus service to and from EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

23/12/2019

Construction photos of new TRON coaster at Magic Kingdom.

It appears it will be quite something.

28/11/2019

Current crowds at Walt Disney World.

23/11/2019

Will you want to eat here?

The restaurant is located next to Mission: Space

25/10/2019

Expansion news out of Universal Orlando!

Company executives dropped some big news on a third-quarter earnings call.

08/10/2019

Guest safety should always come first.

The ride just opened a week ago.

01/10/2019

Happy birthday Walt Disney World!

On this day in 1971, Walt Disney World opened! See historic pictures of how Disney World came to be: https://bit.ly/2QpC7kb

29/09/2019

Disney’s Skyliner gondolas have taken flight!

This weekend, Walt Disney World in Orlando will introduce its newest way to get around the Florida resort — an aerial tram system that will whisk visitors from hotels to theme parks while going 11 mph.

22/09/2019

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is on it’s way.

We learn abit more about the Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster coming to EPCOT in 2021, including our first look at the new OmniCoaster ride vehicles

21/09/2019

Each time I get to enjoy, I always get goosebumps.

How many of you have attended a Candleight Processional during the holidays at EPCOT?

Who was your guest narrator? Who would you want to see?
I still want to see Gary Sinise or Neil Patrick Harris.

Fall begins Monday with the autumnal equinox, and visions of holiday happenings already are dancing in our heads! The Epcot International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth is gearing up for a glittering

19/09/2019

I have a confession to make. I am not a fan of roller coasters or thrill rides. Even though I have been to Walt Disney World hundreds of times, I have taken a spin on Space Mountain and Rock-in Roller Coast each once. I waited until I was 40 to ride Space Mountain and it was because I caved in to the pressure from my, at the time, nine year old son.

As a Harry Potter fan, I was really excited about the Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorcycle Adventures ride, but not so sure about the "thrill" part of it. I was able to use excuses in the beginning not to ride it. We have Universal Orlando passes so it was not because it was out of reach or to far away. I justified not doing it because of the original wait times that went up to 10 hours the day it opened. Last weekend I checked my Universal app, found out the wait time was 120 minutes and finally sucked up my pride and drove in to Orlando with my now 16 year old son and 12 year old daughter with a mission to ride.

We were going to tackle that ride as I REALLY wanted to be able to share what this experience was all about with my guests. How can I not do it? I would survive the wait and the ride. Flashbacks of having to be helped off the Scorpion roller coaster at Bush Gardens almost three decades ago still loomed in my head, but I am older now, wiser and braver. At least I kept telling myself that while I enjoy all the easter eggs in the queue line.

By the time we got to Islands of Adventure where the ride lives, the wait time was down to 100 minutes. We were all excited. First stop, was the locker area just outside the ride entrance as you can not bring backpacks on the ride. No way, no how. I'd even suggest placing sunglasses and hats in the lockers as you will have to secure them before you go on this ride.

The 100 minute wait time went by fast, but I have to share the queue line is not for the faint of heart. It's long and feels like it is never ending. Approximately 35% of the ride queue line is outside and exposed to the elements. The remainder is inside with A/C which was A OKAY with us as it was another hot Florida day!

It is dark in certain areas and you go from very large areas to small. If you are over 6 ft some of the rooms will most likely cause you a bit of angst. My son is just under 5'10" and could touch the ceiling very easily with the palm of his hand in some rooms. I'm claustrophobic so some areas were a bit tight for me with not knowing what was ahead.

We finally saw light which brought us to the ride load-in area. Each full cart has seven sets of motorcycles w/side cars for a total of 14 people per load-in. I road the motorcycle and my daughter took the side car with my son on a motorcycle in back of us. I won't spoil the actual ride for you. I just won't. What I will tell you is the ride goes up to 50 mph and if you don't like going fast, you really want to pass on this ride. This was the type of "thrill" ride I can handle, but borderline. I say borderline because I'm not sure my daughter will be willing to go back on and if that is the case, I would not be distraught to sit out next time. What I will tell you is this ride provides lots of surprises and if you blink, you'll miss Fluffy, the three headed dog and Hagrid's hut.

The ride lasts three minutes, but I have to admit, it was totally worth the 100 minute wait. I would have waited longer.

If you like going fast, don't mind dips and fast turns at some very interesting angles you HAVE to experience Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorcycle Adventures ride. It is a NOT miss for Potter fans. If you might be prone to tossing cookies, wait to eat and toss back a few butter beers for AFTER the ride.

Have you had a chance to ride it yet? Let me know what you thought below!

02/09/2019

Hurricane Dorian update

Before you visit Walt Disney World Resort, be sure to review important information about inclement weather, including thunderstorms, hurricanes and tropical storms.

02/09/2019

Ban now reversed!

The TSA has reversed its decision to ban the stylized Coke bottles sold at Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge lands.

30/08/2019

Be advised:

This is one Galaxy Edge piece you can’t fly back home with!

You CAN ship items back home from your Disney resort though so inquire at the front desk if you really want to have these as souvenirs!

That’s bad news for Star Wars fans who want to bring home the unique bottles of ‘the real thing’ as souvenirs from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollyw…

25/08/2019

Exciting new from Disney Cruise Line!

At the D23 Expo 2019 today, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek announced the highly anticipated name of the fifth Disney Cruise Line ship, gave us a first glance of the ship’s elegant atrium and revealed the iconic Disney

02/08/2019

Opening August 29.

Are you ready to eat your way through Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort? That day is coming fast, fellow travelers, because it opens on August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! When you visit Black Spire Outpost on the planet

01/08/2019

NEW fourth park JUST announced!

Universal's Epic Universe has just been announced!

01/08/2019

Anyone know where this photo is from?

27/07/2019

It's been a while since we checked in on the upcoming new Star Wars immersive resort, “Galactic Journeys: A Star Wars Adventure.” (That’s its proposed name, anyway.) But we're back today with what seems to be a full wing of guest rooms that's finally taking shape. If you're new to the Star War...

17/07/2019

Happy birthday today to both my son and Disneyland!

16/07/2019

The dawn of a new era in Disney transportation is right around the corner! On September 29, Disney Skyliner gondolas will take flight and officially begin transporting guests around Walt Disney World Resort.

30/06/2019

There are hundreds of dining experiences to try on Disney property!

Beaches & Cream located at the Disney’s Beach Club is a hidden gem.

Back in the early days, you could walk right in. Now it is an extremely popular location and hard to get into because it has limited seating. Always check back a day or two before you want to dine to see if any reservations open up.

They do take walk-ups from time to time, but wait times can be lengthy.

If you have already experienced Disney before you may want to try Beaches & Cream out on your next visit.