Melanie Frodel - Travel Advisor for Living With The Magic Vacations

08/02/2025

On May 7, 2025, you will need either a REAL ID (license with a ⭐️) or a valid U.S. passport to board a domestic plane.

Learn what you need to get your REAL ID in Connecticut in order to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings.

07/02/2025

Disney Cruise Line’s Summer 2026 itineraries are here!!!
Which Disney Cruise line destination is on your bucket list?

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Sail on a Disney Cruise in Summer 2026! Explore Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean with expert planning from Living With The Magic Travel. Book now!

07/02/2025

Get a REAL ID before May 7, 2025. The U.S. federal government will require anyone who boards an airplane for domestic travel or who enters certain federal buildings to show one of these forms of ID:
A verified REAL ID license ⭐️
A verified REAL ID state-issued ID card
A passport
Permanent resident card
A REAL ID is verified by a gold star ⭐️ in the top right corner of your license or ID card. Non-verified IDs don’t have a gold star.

Learn what you need to get your REAL ID in Connecticut in order to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings.

06/02/2025

Why deal with an impersonal call center when you can have a direct contact with me 😊

Discover 5 reasons why a travel agent saves you time, stress, and money—while unlocking exclusive perks and personalized experiences!

06/02/2025

As of May 7, 2025, the U.S. federal government will require anyone who boards an airplane for domestic travel or who enters certain federal buildings to show one of these forms of ID:
A verified REAL ID license ⭐️
A verified REAL ID state-issued ID card
A passport
Permanent resident card
A REAL ID is verified by a gold star in the top right corner of your license or ID card. Non-verified IDs don’t have a gold star.

REAL ID Is Here. Are You Ready? On May 7, 2025, you will need either a REAL ID or a valid U.S. passport to board a domestic plane. Will you be ready?

04/02/2025

What’s my pick for a family cruise vacation? ROYAL CARIBBEAN!
This has to be one of our favorite family trips that we took. It had something for everyone and the whole family was happy. (Including my mother) 😉

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03/02/2025

Celebrity Cruises is a premium cruise line known for its upscale experiences, modern luxury, and exceptional service. The food was very good and the staff really go out of their way to accommodate you.
Thinking about a cruise vacation? Let’s chat so I can answer your questions.
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02/02/2025

How about a cruise vacation kid free?
I love how Virgin Voyages includes your WiFi, Tips & Gratuities, All Dining, Fitness Classes & Entertainment! NO purchasing separate added on packages. Click the link to look for your next cruise 🚢
https://www.virginvoyages.com/book/voyage-planner/find-a-voyage?cabins=1&USD[%E2%80%A6]lors=2&toDate=2022-10-04&agentId=93340&agencyId=17402
"When booking through the provided co-op marketing link, please be sure to carefully review the associated terms and conditions. By proceeding with a booking, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to abide by the policies set forth by the travel provider."

01/02/2025

Public service reminder. I book cruises 🛳 😃 Looking to go on a cruise and don't know where to start? I can help answer all your questions. Think you will be bored while on board? Cruises have so many activities going on and that's why I think they're great for families. Check out our blog on cruising with kids.

Discover the secrets to seamless family cruising with kids! Explore our top tips on choosing the right ship, managing schedules, packing smart, and maximizing onboard perks. Let our travel experts at Living With The Magic Vacations plan an unforgettable, stress-free cruise vacation tailored to your....

28/01/2025

Today is National Plan for a Vacation Day!
I have some new cruisers setting sail on their first cruise and helping some newbies and veterans on their theme park adventures. I'm here to help you every step of the way.
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26/01/2025

Wondering when to visit Walt Disney World? Check out our 2025 crowd calendar.

Click the link in my bio to request a quote.
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2025 Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar - Plan your 2025 Disney trip with our month-by-month crowd predictions, park recommendations, and tips on avoiding the crowds at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.

24/01/2025

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗖 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆!
.... drumroll please .....
🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁

Out of thousands of entries we received from all over the country, our EPIC winner is

🎇 𝗣𝗔𝗨𝗟𝗔 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 🎇

Paula will be receiving a $150 Visa Gift Card and our favorite EPIC Universe cozy blanket! It will be perfect for some extra warmth with this extra chilly winter weather!

A huge thank you to everyone who entered! Keep following us for more chances to win prizes each month as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary of Living With The Magic Vacations. We love what we do, and we love doing it for you!

Click the link below for a quote on your next epic vacation! ⬇️

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23/01/2025

Living with the Magic Vacations is celebrating 10 years. 🥳 Make sure you follow along for our monthly giveaways. 

🎉 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀! 🎉

This January marks a decade of crafting unforgettable journeys for families like yours. To express our gratitude, we're thrilled to announce our the first of our monthly giveaways.

This month, we're celebrating "Magical Beginnings" and because our Disney roots run deep, this month, we want to read about your favorite Disney memory!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿:
1️⃣ 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗨𝘀: Follow us on both Facebook and Instagram
2️⃣ 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆: Comment below with your favorite Disney memory—whether it's meeting Mickey for the first time, experiencing the magic of Cinderella's Castle, or any other cherished Disney moment
3️⃣ 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰: Share this post with fellow travel lovers to let them in on the fun! (Sharing is appreciated but not required.)

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
𝐸𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑜𝑑: January 21st through January 27th (midnight EST).
𝑃𝑟𝑖𝑧𝑒: The winner will choose a Disney-inspired enamel camping mug from Etsy seller PixieDustTradeCo
𝑊𝑖𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑟 𝐴𝑛𝑛𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡: We'll reveal the lucky winner on January 31st.

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆𝘀! We can't wait to hear your enchanting Disney stories. Here's to many more adventures together! 🏰✨

20/01/2025

🌎Today is the last day to enter this Epic giveaway. $150 Visa gift card and an Epic blanket. 🌎

🎉 EPIC GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉

Get ready for an EPIC adventure! We're giving one lucky winner a $150 Visa Gift Card AND a cozy EPIC Universe blanket – perfect for planning your trip to the brand-new EPIC Universe! 🌟

Here’s how to enter: https://mailchi.mp/e66ee2c2f95f/epic-giveaway-alert

1️⃣ Download our Exclusive Pre-Opening Checklist for EPIC Universe and you’re in!

🗓️ Entry Period: January 13th – January 20th (midnight EST). 📣 Winner Announcement: By January 24th.

📌 Important Details:

• Open to U.S. residents only.

• Must be 18 or older to enter.

• One entry per person.

• Giveaway is NOT affiliated with Universal and is proudly sponsored by Living With The Magic Vacations.

👉 Don’t miss your chance to win these EPIC prizes! Download your checklist now and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

🗓️ Entry Period: January 13th – January 20th (midnight EST). 📣 Winner Announcement: By January 24th.

📌 Important Details:

• Open to U.S. residents only.

• Must be 18 or older to enter.

• One entry per person.

• Giveaway is NOT affiliated with Universal and is proudly sponsored by Living With The Magic Vacations.

14/01/2025

🎉 EPIC GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉

Get ready for an EPIC adventure! We're giving one lucky winner a $150 Visa Gift Card AND a cozy EPIC Universe blanket – perfect for planning your trip to the brand-new EPIC Universe! 🌟

Here’s how to enter: https://mailchi.mp/e66ee2c2f95f/epic-giveaway-alert

1️⃣ Download our Exclusive Pre-Opening Checklist for EPIC Universe and you’re in!

🗓️ Entry Period: January 13th – January 20th (midnight EST). 📣 Winner Announcement: By January 24th.

📌 Important Details:

• Open to U.S. residents only.

• Must be 18 or older to enter.

• One entry per person.

• Giveaway is NOT affiliated with Universal and is proudly sponsored by Living With The Magic Vacations.

👉 Don’t miss your chance to win these EPIC prizes! Download your checklist now and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

🗓️ Entry Period: January 13th – January 20th (midnight EST). 📣 Winner Announcement: By January 24th.

📌 Important Details:

• Open to U.S. residents only.

• Must be 18 or older to enter.

• One entry per person.

• Giveaway is NOT affiliated with Universal and is proudly sponsored by Living With The Magic Vacations.

12/01/2025

What’s another thing I like about Universal? Dining reservations 🍴
I feel getting into most of their restaurants is never a problem. Easily bookable on the app and as always, I’m available to do it for you. 😉