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17/10/2024

We FINALLY have an opening date for Epic Universe, and tickets go on sale starting next week. Let me know if you’re interested in and EPIC trip and I can start planning it for you!

With Hurricane Helene affecting some travel and operations last week, and Hurricane Milton likely making landfall tomorr...
08/10/2024

With Hurricane Helene affecting some travel and operations last week, and Hurricane Milton likely making landfall tomorrow and affecting travel and operations again this week, I thought I would point out one major reason to use a Travel Agent specializing in Disney.

Phone lines tend to get clogged full of people wanting to make changes to their vacation. Do you want to avoid sitting on hold with Disney for 5 hours? Use a travel agent who’s willing to make that call for you!

Is anyone else feeling a little like Mike after all of the announcements coming out of D23 this weekend? Now that I’ve h...
12/08/2024

Is anyone else feeling a little like Mike after all of the announcements coming out of D23 this weekend? Now that I’ve had some time to process, if you weren’t able to catch all of the updates coming in the next 5 years out at Disney World, here’s what you missed!

✨Brand new nighttime parade Disney Starlight coming to Magic Kingdom in 2025

✨Tropical Americas “Pueblo Esperanza” replacing Dino-land at Animal Kingdom and bringing an Indian Jones themed attraction and an Encanto themed attraction to the park

✨Zootopia: Better Zoogether! Replacing It’s Tough to Be a Bug next winter

✨Re-imagined Test Track opening at Epcot in 2025

✨ All new Cars land coming to Magic Kingdom, starting construction early 2025

✨ New Mission coming to Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run featuring Mando and Grogu

✨Two new Lounges opening - One at Magic Kingdom themed to Pirates of the Carribean, and one at Epcot

✨Monsters Inc land coming to Hollywood Studios featuring the FIRST suspended Rollercoaster attraction at Disney World

✨Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom

The best part? This is only the news that dropped regarding Walt Disney World! Stay tuned for other updates that dropped regarding the other Disney Parks around the world.

What are you most excited for?

Who’s ready to hear my thoughts on the BRAND NEW Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride that just opened yesterday??? 👀
29/06/2024

Who’s ready to hear my thoughts on the BRAND NEW Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride that just opened yesterday??? 👀

Had another fun filled day for Day 2 of our meeting! On the way to the park this morning a group of us splurged and took...
29/06/2024

Had another fun filled day for Day 2 of our meeting! On the way to the park this morning a group of us splurged and took a Minnie Van to Epcot instead of taking the busses. Once we got there we had just enough time to take a few quick photos, hop on Spaceship Earth, and The Seas with Nemo and Friends, and check out the new show outside of Communicor Plaza to watch ¡Celebración Encanto! before meeting up with the rest of our crew.

For most of the day we were in different trainings, and Q&A panels at the Coral Reef restaurant before we were “let loose” for the afternoon. After that, we rode Guardians of the Galaxy (Our song was Disco Inferno) before we camped out at La Cava to wait out the rain. I tried both the Avocado Margarita, and the Lily (Both were good, but I think I liked the Lily better). From there we headed to a dessert party which was relocated to the American Pavilion due to weather, and the rain stopped just in time for us to check out Luminous a Symphony of Us.

I’ve had a blast these last 2 days and can’t wait to see what my last park day tomorrow brings ❤️.

It’s hard to believe that day one is already over! It may have been a 22 hour day, but it was amazing nonetheless. Durin...
28/06/2024

It’s hard to believe that day one is already over! It may have been a 22 hour day, but it was amazing nonetheless. During my last trip, I decided that going forward each trip to Walt Disney World would include some new things, and today we did just that.

My flight landed just before 9am, and although my room wasn’t ready (Disney only guarantees rooms to be available after 4pm), I hit the parks. I started with Animal Kingdom, where I walked through the Maharajah Jungle Trek and got to see some pretty co animals (giant bats included), and then watched Feathered Friends in Flight where I got to see some pretty cool birds. Had a quick lunch at Satu’li Canteen and then decided to ride Dinosaur one last time before it closes (There is no confirmed closure date at this time, however Disney has made previous announcements regarding plans for this ride, and I just don’t know I’ll be able to make it down here again before these changes take place).

From there I decided to Park Hop to Hollywood Studios to do some shopping and take a quick ride on Rise of the Resistance before heading back to the hotel to change close and head to Disney Springs.

At Disney Springs tonight, 75 (Yes. 75) Fantastical Vacations Travel agents took over Summerhouse on the Lake for supper.

After dinner we watched the new Disney Dreams that Soar drone show (only available through September) before calling it a night.

Tomorrow I meet everyone else, and we have some more fun, exciting, and new things planned. I can’t wait to take talk with me.

Follow along on stories and for a post tomorrow night for updates!

And I’m off! I’m so excited for these next couple of days, and I’m going to bring you all with me!These next few days is...
27/06/2024

And I’m off! I’m so excited for these next couple of days, and I’m going to bring you all with me!

These next few days is annual meeting for Fantastical Vacations and I’ve been looking forward to and planning this trip since December. We’ve got a LOT of fun things planned for these next 3 days (including possibly a 4-park one day challenge?!?), and am finally going to be able to meet a lot of the other agents who are going part of the Fantastical Vacations team. Stay tuned and follow along for updates 😊!

Did you know that Disney has various “Enchanting Extras” that you can book?Tonight I participated in the Starlight Safar...
25/04/2024

Did you know that Disney has various “Enchanting Extras” that you can book?

Tonight I participated in the Starlight Safari at Animal Kingdom Lodge, and aside from the Wild Africa Trek at Animal Kingdom, this is probably one of the cooler tours I’ve done (Although, ask me again on Friday after I do Keys to the Kingdom). This tour takes you onto the Savannah after dark and allows you to get up close and personal (as much as you can from the comfort of a Safari Truck), and you get to learn all kinds of fun facts about the animals on the Savannah!

Are you looking to add an Enchanting Extra to your next Disney Trip? Let me know and I can get you added to my list!

Alright y’all, I got a little bit of a later start today, but today’s a rest day and I’m exploring some resorts! Are the...
22/04/2024

Alright y’all, I got a little bit of a later start today, but today’s a rest day and I’m exploring some resorts!

Are there any resorts you’re particularly interested in? Let me know, I’ll add them to my list for you 😊

One of the best parts about staying at a Walt Disney World Resort is that you get early entry into the parks. Magic King...
20/04/2024

One of the best parts about staying at a Walt Disney World Resort is that you get early entry into the parks. Magic Kingdom opened to the public this morning at 8:00 and I got access to some of the rides starting at 7:30!

Even better?!? They open Main Street starting at 7:00 so you can get the coveted Castle pics with NO ONE in the background!

The busses started running at 6:00 this morning, and I was the FIRST one to the park this morning!

Last night I got to spend some time around Disney Springs!While there are tons of great shopping options, Disney Springs...
20/04/2024

Last night I got to spend some time around Disney Springs!

While there are tons of great shopping options, Disney Springs they also have tons of great entertainment options!

Whats your favorite stop at Disney Springs?!?

Did you know you can enjoy dinner and a view at Disney without paying an arm and a leg?That’s right! I got to enjoy my Q...
20/04/2024

Did you know you can enjoy dinner and a view at Disney without paying an arm and a leg?

That’s right! I got to enjoy my QUICK SERVICE meal, on the patio at my resort tonight. The best part? Enjoying dinner with this view would have me the same as a meal at Dairy Queen back home if I didn’t have the dining plan.

Looking for dining tips? Let me know! Id be more than happy to help you out!

Who’s ready for a week full of Disney updates?!? I’m headed down for 5 days in the parks, and 2 rest days full of explor...
19/04/2024

Who’s ready for a week full of Disney updates?!?

I’m headed down for 5 days in the parks, and 2 rest days full of exploring. Is there anything specific you want to see?!? Any specific questions I can answer?

Let me know! I’ll be sure to keep you updated along the way!

Interested in planning your next Disney vacation? Shoot me a message or send me an email to get started!

Free dining is back! If you’re a Disney Visa Cardholder, and are looking at a trip in July, September, or December this ...
09/04/2024

Free dining is back! If you’re a Disney Visa Cardholder, and are looking at a trip in July, September, or December this year. Now’s the time to book! Message me or shoot me an email for more details!

Exciting and totally unexpected announcement released today! ✨ 2025 packages through October 2025 will be released tomor...
26/02/2024

Exciting and totally unexpected announcement released today!

✨ 2025 packages through October 2025 will be released tomorrow, 2/27!
✨ Don’t forget, all that’s needed is a $200 deposit on hotel and ticket packages. These normally don’t get released until the end of May, so jump on this now, and give yourself more time to pay off that trip!

Alright everyone, I know that I have been MIA the last couple of weeks. BUT that is only because I have been working har...
03/01/2024

Alright everyone, I know that I have been MIA the last couple of weeks. BUT that is only because I have been working hard behind the scenes to make sure I've done everything I needed to so that I can start booking your vacations. We're back and ready to go, and we're starting 2024 off with a BANG!

Disney announced not one, but TWO new promos today that release tomorrow so I wanted to make sure I shared them with you!

- Disney+ subscribers, get a free dining plan when you purchase a non-discounted 4-night/4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at select Disney Resort Hotels and Disney Theme Park Tickets with the Park Hopper Option.

- Save more when you stay longer! Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when staying 5 nights or longer.

If you are interested in planning a trip with either of these offers, please send me an email so I can start planning your trip!

*Please note that these offers cannot be combined, and are limited*

I want to hear from you!What is your favorite festival? The Epcot Food and Wine Festival or the International Festival o...
28/11/2023

I want to hear from you!

What is your favorite festival? The Epcot Food and Wine Festival or the International Festival of the Holidays?

Let me know in the comments! 👇🏼

Let's talk Festival of the Holidays! 🎄This year, Festival of the Holidays started Friday, November 24th and runs thorugh...
28/11/2023

Let's talk Festival of the Holidays! 🎄

This year, Festival of the Holidays started Friday, November 24th and runs thorugh Saturday, December 30th. That means you have just over a month to enjoy all of the holiday festivities at Epcot!

Holiday Storytellers 📖: Travel through the World Showcase and discover holiday traditions celebrated by diverse cultures.

Holiday Cookie Stroll 🍪: Explore EPCOT in search of sweet treats. Purchase 5 cookies from any of the official cookie stroll locations featured in your Festival Passport - and collect a matching stamp for each cookie purchased. Once you've collected 5 stamps, bring the stamped passport to Holiday Sweets & Treats to receive a specialty cookie.

Holiday Kitchens 🍗🥂: Take a stroll around the world and sample tasty treats from holiday kitchens celebrating the most magical time of the year.

JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season 🎤: Experience the joy of Christmas and Kwanzaa in the uplifting Gospel, R&B and holiday songs of the JOYFUL! ensemble.

Voices of Liberty: Dickens Carolers 🎤: Hear original renditions of heartwarming holiday tunes from these harmonious vocalists.

Candlelight Processional 🕯: Gather with friends and family to hear the story of Christmas - brought to life by celebrity narrators such as John Stamos, Neil Patrick Harris, Jordan Fisher and more!

Want more information about the Festival? Let me know! I just finished putting together a cheat sheet for the Festival that I would be more than happy to send your way! What are you looking forward to most about the Festival of the Holidays? Let me know below.👇🏼

Did you know that children who are under the age of 3 get into Disney parks for free?!? This is a great way to help do D...
27/11/2023

Did you know that children who are under the age of 3 get into Disney parks for free?!? This is a great way to help do Disney on a budget!

There are plenty of rides that don't have height requirements (Meaning yes, even infants are able to ride them), and some of my FAVORITE interactions come from the littles who get to meet their favorite characters!

One of the biggest arguments I hear is that taking children who are under 3 won't remember the trip. While this may be true, you are still making memories that you can share with them when they are older.

Genie+ vs Individual Lightning Lanes vs Virtual QueueWhat are these, and why should you think about adding them to your ...
27/11/2023

Genie+ vs Individual Lightning Lanes vs Virtual Queue

What are these, and why should you think about adding them to your tickets? Now unfortunately all of these options are currently not available to add on until the day of your park day, but when used correctly, they can definitely be used to optimize your day in the parks.

Virtual Queue:
- This option is only available for two attractions at Walt Disney World - Tron Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind at Epcot. Essentially a virtual queue is a virtual line that becomes available at 7:00 each morning. You're able to log in to the My Disney Experience App to request a spot in the Virtual Queue (at no additional cost), and it will hold your spot in line until it is your time to ride.
- Please note that Virtual Queue spots ARE limited, so if these rides are high on your list of things to do, you need to be prompt at joining right at 7:00 or you risk not being able to ride at all. Currently Virtual Queue and Individual Lightning Lanes are the only options available to be able to ride these two attractions.
- You will be notified via the app when it is your time to head over to the ride to join the regular standby line - You cannot join the regular standby line without proof in the My Disney Experience App that your boarding group has been called, Cast members will turn you away if it is too early for you to ride.

Genie+:
- This service is a paid option that essentially allows you to skip the standby line by joining the Lightning Lane (You will still have to wait in a shorter line, however Lightning Lane guests are prioritized over standby line guests).
- Genie+ goes on sale at Midnight each day, and guests are able to start making their Lightning Lane selections starting at 7:00 am.
- You can only choose Lightning Lane selections every two hours after park open or when you scan into a Lightning Lane selection (Which ever comes first). This means if you choose your first Lightning Lane selection right away at 7:00, it may be up to 4 hours before you are able to choose your next selection depending on when the park opens that day
- Pricing varies by day and by park - If you have a park hopper ticket you can purchase the multi-park option rather than purchasing this add-on for each individual park
- You may only do a ride with the Lightning Lane once per day

Individual Lightning Lane:
- This option is also a paid option that allows you to skip the stand-by line, but for some of the more popular attractions at Walt Disney World, and allows you to pay per ride rather than per park.
- Individual Lightning Lane goes on sale at 7:00am each day for guests staying at a Disney Resort Hotel ONLY. Guests who are staying at an outside hotel are not eligible to purchase Individual Lightning Lanes until the park opens for the day
- You may hold two Individual Lightning Lanes per day, but may only purchase an Individual Lightning Lane for each ride once per day
- Pricing varies by day

Hopefully this helps to explain the difference between these three add-on options! I know the Genie+ system can definitely be confusing! Do you still have questions? Let me know, and I can definitely answer them for you!

This may be the first time this topic comes up, but it definitely won't be the last, and I'm currently working on a cheatsheet for these options as well that will go more in depth that I would be more than happy to share with you once finished!

Happy Small Business Saturday!I have a huge but small favor to ask..Go to the three little dots on the side of the page ...
25/11/2023

Happy Small Business Saturday!

I have a huge but small favor to ask..

Go to the three little dots on the side of the page and hit “Invite Friends.”

Select “Invite All” and done.

You’ve successfully supported my small business for $0.00 in less than 30 seconds of your time. Thank YOU ❤ for supporting small and local businesses.

(Copied) but wanted to share as this is an amazing way to help us small business owners.

✨Fun Fact Friday✨Did you know that Walt Disney World is home to HUNDREDS of Hidden Mickey's?!?Most commonly found as the...
24/11/2023

✨Fun Fact Friday✨

Did you know that Walt Disney World is home to HUNDREDS of Hidden Mickey's?!?

Most commonly found as the three circle mickey silhouette, these are Mickey's that the Imagineers around Disney have added to the designs of attractions, hotels, restaurants, and yes, even in the concrete! Some are a little bit more noticeable, and others you really have to look for in order to find, so definitely keep your eye out on your next trip!

If you've been to Disney in the past, let me know what Hidden Mickey's you found! 👇🏼

Did you know that Disney offers a Dining Plan?!?I'll share more details about this later, but after a long hiatus starti...
24/11/2023

Did you know that Disney offers a Dining Plan?!?

I'll share more details about this later, but after a long hiatus starting in the spring of 2020 due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Disney Dining Plan is FINALLY coming back!

This will look a little different than in the past, but I definitely can't wait for this return!

Who else is excited for the Dining Plan?

Let me know in the comments! 👇🏼

23/11/2023

While we spend Thanksgiving today, I want to take a moment and thank all of you for your support! I may not be able to book your trip QUITE yet, but I am so very grateful that you all are willing to trust me with your next magical vacation ❤️!

I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Did you know that using a Fantastical Vacations Travel Agent such as myself, is absolutely free?!?Thats right, I said FR...
22/11/2023

Did you know that using a Fantastical Vacations Travel Agent such as myself, is absolutely free?!?

Thats right, I said FREE!

It costs exactly same to book with me as it does to book on your own, so why not take advantage of the expertise?

Planning a vacation can be stressful, and planning a Disney vacation is no different! Things are constantly changing and evolving at Disney and it can be a lot to keep track of. So let me help you by taking the weight off of your shoulders so that you can enjoy your vacation and not have to worry about the stress of planning!

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Happy Thanksgiving!!
Happy Thanksgiving!!

While we spend Thanksgiving today, I want to take a moment and thank all of you for your support! I may not be able to book your trip QUITE yet, but I am so very grateful that you all are willing to trust me with your next magical vacation ❤️! I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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