Kaitlyn with Pixie Dust Vacation Planners

26/03/2024

Happy Tasty Tuesday!! 🌊🐠⚓️🐚🦀❤️

I love a good slushy on a beautiful, warm park day! This one is so delicious! 🍍🥥🩵

Found at Prince Eric’s Village Market right across from Journey of the Little Mermaid and Ariel’s Grotto Meet and Greet, this slushy is known as the Seaside Serenade. It is a non-alcoholic piña colada slushy topped with curaçao syrup and blueberry boba pearls! These flavor combinations were a hit for me and my family! We would all highly recommend this one!

It runs just under $6, and can be paired with some other yummy treats that can be purchased from this same snack cart or that can be found just around the corner at Gaston’s Tavern.

22/03/2024

And the winner of the giveaway from my Tasty Tuesday post is… Keli Saucier!!! Congratulations! I will be sending you a Starbucks e-gift card!

Thank you so much to everyone that participated! I loved reading all of your favorite Disney snacks! ❤️🍿🍔🌮🍝🥗

20/03/2024

T is for train! ✨

One of our favorite things to do in Magic Kingdom is go for a leisurely ride around the park on the Walt Disney World Railroad! 🚂

You can stay on for a full ride around the park, or you can load up to get dropped off in a different area of the park. There are stations in Main Street, Fronteirland, and Fantasyland. (My personal favorite station is in Fronteirland!) 🤠

Trains welcome guests aboard every 10 minutes and can accommodate many guests at one time, so the wait time is typically under 20 minutes.

This is a classic that I always highly recommend!

20/03/2024

This is some exciting news from Disney this morning!!

The newest Disney ship to join the fleet will be called the Disney Destiny! ❤️🩵

The Disney Destiny, sister to the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, will have a first-of-its-kind design theme, “Heroes and Villains,” drawing on the legacies of beloved Disney stories, characters and theme park attractions.

This ship will start sailing in 2025! 🛳️

19/03/2024

Happy Tasty Tuesday! 🍕🍿🍔🌮🥗🍝

I’m switching things up this Tuesday with a giveaway instead of a tip!

✨WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SNACK OR MEAL ON DISNEY PROPERTY?✨

Here’s what you need to do:
1. Answer the question in the comments below. (You can answer multiple times for more entries!)
2. Share this post to your Facebook feed.

That’s it!
I will announce the winner of the prize on Friday! (Hint: It’s going to be for a giftcard that can be used at any Disney park or while you are at home!)

✨Bonus: You can partipate on Instagram as well for more extra entries!

19/03/2024

S is for silhouette! ✨

If you are looking for a unique souvenir from your day at Magic Kingdom, a silhouette might be for you!

Located right outside of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, guests can have their one-of-a-kind silhouette made. Prices are posted for guests to choose what price point they would like. These make great keepsakes or gifts for your parents or grandparents!

18/03/2024

R is for Rest! ✨

Shh!! It’s a secret; we know the BEST place in Magic Kingdom to catch a quick snooze, relax and charge your phone! Tucked away next to Storybook Circus and near Dumbo/Barnstormer, there’s a huge, fully covered tent area that has plenty of comfy seating, tables and even charging stations. Feel free to kick off your shoes and take a nice nap! After all, there ain’t no tired like Disney tired!

18/03/2024

Q is for Questions! ✨
Keep an eye out in the parks for these blue Guest Experience Team umbrellas. These umbrellas are located throughout the parks and the Cast Members that work here are some of the most helpful.

They can help with park questions, but not financial transactions. Some examples of questions that they can assist with:
🎥 Showtimes
🚻Restroom locations
🧁Help finding certain food items
⏰Wait times
📞 If you’re running late, they can help
🧞‍♂️ Genie questions
🧚🏼‍♂️ General park information

16/03/2024

🌼If you still haven’t settled on your summer vacation plans yet, look no further! 🌼

Make your summer vacation magical by booking with me today! I can help you book:
🩵Walt Disney World
🩷Disneyland
🛳️Disney Cruise Line
🌺Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii
🛶Adventures by Disney
🪄Universal Resort in Orlando & Hollywood

And don’t forget- utilizing my services is at NO EXTRA COST to you!

16/03/2024

P is for Pixie Dust (of course LOL)✨

Have you ever visited Sir Mickey’s at Magic Kingdom?

This great little shop is located behind Cinderella Castle- across from Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.

At Sir Mickey’s guests can shop for costumes and accessories for princesses, princes, and pirates. You can also enjoy a photopass photo spot off to the back. One of the most popular things to do at Sir Mickey’s, however, is receiving a complimentary sprinkling of Pixie Dust from one of the shop’s awesome Cast Members.

Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust! 🧚‍♀️✨

16/03/2024

O is for Opening Ceremonies...

You've heard of Rope Drop, but do you know about Opening Ceremonies at Magic Kingdom? Well, LET THE MAGIC BEGIN! This 5-minute show is for children of all ages! Just before Magic Kingdom park officially opens, make your way down Main Street USA to the front of Cinderella Castle. You'll be greeted by Mickey and his pals - wishing you a very special day. It starts right at the opening of the park (not, early entry time.)

14/03/2024

N is for Never Pay for Water! ✨

While visiting Magic Kingdom (or any other park or resort area throughout WDW property) free ice water can be found at any quick-service dining location as well as many of the snack locations. (If there is a soda fountain at the location, then they offer free iced water!)

We utilize this so much on our trips! I love grabbing a quick water break or refilling all of our water bottles with ice cold water, especially on a hot summer day! ☀️

13/03/2024

✨Thank you, thank you, thank you! ✨

My page has grown so much in the last week, and I’m so grateful to everyone that has shared my page and to everyone who has recently followed my page!

If you’re new here, welcome!

My name is Kaitlyn Parkinson, and I’m a travel planner with Pixie Dust Vacation Planners! We specialize in Disney vacations and Universal vacations.

🩷I’ve been traveling to Walt Disney World since I was a little girl, and my husband and I love traveling to Disney with our 3 little boys now! Disney is a great place for little ones- we’ve been bringing our boys since they were babies!

💫I’m a huge Star Wars fan, so Hollywood Studios is my favorite park (other than Magic Kingdom of course). Some of my favorite Star Wars must-do’s are the Chewbacca meet & greet, Black Caf Cold Brew, & Rise of the Resistence.

🍯One of the best parks for little kids is definitely Magic Kingdom! There are so many tips and tricks for making your Magic Kingdom day special with littles- from the Baby Care Center, to fun character interactions, to rides the whole family can enjoy… I would be happy to share some of my best tips and tricks!

✨There are so many fun things to do and explore all throughout Walt Disney World- I would love to help you and your family plan your dream vacation today!

13/03/2024

M is for Memory Maker! ✨

If you know me, than you know I love pictures! An absolute must-do for me on a Disney vacation is adding the Memory Maker! 📸

All throughout Magic Kingdom (and the entire Walt Disney World property) guests can find photopass photographers set up in front of great pictures spots and character interactions. Thanks to their professional cameras, these photopass photographers take amazing quality photos! With the Memory Maker, all of these family memories can be uploaded straight to your My Disney Experience app! From there, you can upload them straight to your phone to post and print as many times as you like!

Added bonus- you can also use the Memory Maker for ride photos! 🎢

Ask about adding the Memory Maker to your vacation package today!

12/03/2024

L is for Lucky! ✨

There are so many interesting and magical things to discover on Main Street U.S.A. and in the Town Square area of Magic Kingdom! ❤️🤍💙

One of my favorite spots to explore is the Main Street U.S.A. Fire Station located right next door to City Hall and Harmony Barber Shop. 🚒🔥🧯🐾

In this fire station, you and your little ones can find patches collected from heroes all over the world! Fire Engine NO. 71 can be found on display inside the station when it’s not driving around Main Street, and as you continue through the fire station you will also be able to “spot” some puppy friends from 101 Dalmatians. You can find Lucky in this place, but one of his brothers is here too! Will you be able to spot him on your next trip?

12/03/2024

It’s Tasty Tuesday! ❤️💛✨

This one is classic! Nothing says, “I’m on a Disney vacation” quite like a Mickey shaped snack. In our family, Mickey pretzels are a favorite!

You can find these delicious little guys all throughout WDW, but I personally love getting one at Magic Kingdom!

11/03/2024

K is for King Triton! ✨

If you find yourself in need of a snack and quick rest while exploring Fantasyland, head on over to Under the Sea-Journey of the Little Mermaid. Right across from the entrance to the ride, you will find a tucked away spot in the shade.

In this spot, you can find drawings of King Triton on display along with other props inspired by the sea king. 🔱

This area has space to sit for a while in the shade and relax-your little ones can even play tic tac toe! You can also grab a quick snack from Prince Eric’s Village Market. This spot could even make for a nautical photo opportunity!

After your rest and/or snack, you can hop in line for the ride or the line to grab a photo with Triton’s youngest daughter, Ariel in her grotto! 🐚🐠❤️ Guests can also find Photopass photographers set up in front of Prince Eric’s castle throughout the day!

10/03/2024

J is for Jungle Cruise! ✨

If you are looking for a fun, adventurous ride with the added bonus of laughs… this classic Walt Disney World ride is a must-do for your next trip!

Located in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland, this park staple and fan-favorite ride features some of the best dad jokes this side of water! (IYKYK) 🤣

Try to catch this ride in the early morning hours or near the end of the night around fireworks time to catch the lowest wait times. ⚓️🌿🐘💦🌺

09/03/2024

09/03/2024

I is for inflatable balloons! ✨

A classic Disney tradition (that both Magic Kingdom and Disneyland share) is the Mickey shaped balloon! 🎈

Magic Kingdom balloons are so special! Upon entering Main Street U.S.A. guests will find cast members selling large bundles of these fun balloons!

Your children will love the balloons and they make for great props in photos throughout the park! A lot of times, balloons can also make it into the background of photos taken on Main Street!

08/03/2024

H is for Harmony Barbershop! ✨

Magic Kingdom is full of unique experiences. One of our favorites, is the 1st haircut experience at Harmony Barbershop! 💈

Harmony Barbershop is located on Main Street between the Emporium and the fire station. Here, guests of all ages can get a magical haircut from an experienced WDW barber. If your little ones are traveling with you and haven’t had their first haircut yet, I highly recommend participating in this memorable moment at Magic Kingdom! (Making reservations ahead of time is highly recommended for visiting the barber shop. Walk-up appointments are often unavailable or taken up quickly.)

07/03/2024

G is for Gaston’s Tavern! ✨

Gaston’s Tavern is a great spot for a delicious snack! Located in the newer section of Fantasyland, Gaston’s Tavern is part of an area dedicated to Beauty and the Beast! 🥀💛📚

You can shop for fun Beauty and the Beast merchandise, stop for unique Photopass opportunities, hear a story told by Belle herself at Enchanted Tales with Belle, eat at an immersive dining experience at Be Our Guest, and then come to Gaston’s Tavern for this incredible, giant cinnamon roll! It is served warm and the icing on top is amazing!

06/03/2024

F is Freeze Dried Skittles! ✨

This is such a fun one! Freeze dried candies are such a fun snack trend right now, and Magic Kingdom is here for it!

At Main Street Confectionery you can find a selection of delicious treats that feature these colorful, crunchy skittles! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Try one (or two) on your next trip to Magic Kingdom!

06/03/2024

And the winner of my very 1st giveaway for the beautiful Cinderella ears is… Deedy Hertz! 🩵🎃✨

Thanks so much to everyone who participated and shared this giveaway! I appreciate you supporting my small business page!!

05/03/2024

E is for Entertainment! ✨

All throughout Walt Disney World you can find amazing entertainment! Magic Kingdom is home to some of the best!

Parades, Fireworks shows, the Dapper Dans, stage shows in front of Cinderella Castle, and so much more will fill kids and adults alike with wonder and excitement while visiting the Magic Kingdom! ✨

05/03/2024

Happy Tasty Tuesday! 🍍🌺🌴🥥

If you are like me, and love all things tropical and coconut, then you will really enjoy this week’s Tasty Tuesday!

One of my very favorite desserts on property can be found at the Polynesian Resort. (Kona Cafe or ‘Ohana)

This perfectly moist (LOL) pineapple-coconut bread pudding is just the right amount of sweet and tropical. It is served warm with delicious vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for drizzling. This is a great dish to share for two… or to splurge on for yourself! When I want something special while visiting WDW, this is the dessert I want! 💛💚

Pro Tip: If you can’t get a reservation at either of these restaurants (or simply don’t have time to fit it in to your day) you can now mobile order select menu items from Kona Cafe to go! You can order this amazing dessert to go straight from the My Disney Experience app for $13 + tax.

04/03/2024

D is for Donald Duck! ✨

If you and your family love fun character interactions, then you will want to visit the Storybook Circus area of Magic Kingdom!

Tucked away in the back is Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Here you will be able to meet classic favorites including Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and of course, Donald Duck! 🎪

Once you’ve gotten autographs, photos, and hugs you can head to the Big Top Souvenirs to shop for sweet treats and awesome merchandise. This circus area also is home to the Barnstormer, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Fantasyland’s Train Station, a splash pad for little ones, and a great spot to relax and use the restroom.

03/03/2024

C is for Celebration Buttons! ✨

Celebration buttons are a fun way to make your trip to Disney personal and special!

These fun buttons are free to guests and can be acquired from any Disney resort or at guest services at all parks! Cast members will write on them for you or you can personalize them yourself.

I suggest wearing one of these for:
✨ 1st Visits
🎉 Birthday Celebrations
🎓 Graduation Celebrations
💍 Engagements, Anniversaries, or Honeymoons
🍼 Baby Announcements or Gender Reveals
❤️ Big Professional Milestones

A bonus tip to make the button even more special is to take it to Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe at Magic Kingdom (or the Christmas store at Disney Springs) to have one of their personalization artists write on it for you. *You do have to pay a small fee for this personalization.

02/03/2024

B is for Baby Care Center! ✨

Magic Kingdom’s Baby Care Center is located between Casey’s Corner and The Crystal Palace.

If you are traveling with littles that are 2 and under, you will definitely want to utilize this great location! At the Baby Care Center you can find the following:

🩷Multiple changing tables that are clean and have space for all of your baby’s needs!
💙Family Restroom (with a small potty for littles)
🍼Baby essential items for purchase in case you run out or forget something
🎀Sitting area for kids to color or watch scenes from Alice in Wonderland if they (or mom) need a break (There are also chairs for adults.)
🥣Highchairs that can be used for feeding your littles in the privacy of this special space (Sometimes the dining areas are pretty packed and loud.)

I have personally used this Baby Care Center when all of my boys were babies and it is a MUST!!!