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Why should you use a travel agent?

1/11/2023

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5 Reasons You Should Use a Travel Agent

I don’t know about you, but when I call a company I want to speak with a real human being. I don’t want to press a series of numbers, navigate a confusing website, or  though several Google searches to find what I need. This is all relevant when it comes to booking a vacation. Especially during these times where travel has changed so much since Covid and all destinations have updated their protocols to keep their staff and guests safe. Now more than ever is the time to use a travel agent.

One point of contact
When you work with a travel agent that person will be the only one you communicate with. You will more than likely always have several ways to reach that person like a phone number and an email. An agent will be able to service all aspects of your trip. No need to contact several vendors as your agent will be able to do all that for you. 

Personalized Service
Working with an agent means someone else is excited about your trip! No two families are alike and no two vacations are alike. Instead of a cookie cutter approach, your agent will gather all information about your party needed to make your trip a success. Some of these may include any celebrations, food allergies, mobility issues, and special requests. Your agent will make sure these are noted on your reservation to make sure you are accommodated on your trip. You and your agent will get to know each other throughout the process and you may even end up with a new friend!

Saves you time and Money
    Don’t have time to filter through hundreds of hotels or cruise options? That is what a travel agent will do for you! Looking for a vacation within a certain budget? Tell your agent what you would feel comfortable paying and let them provide you with some options. Your agent will also be on top of any of the latest changes and policies for your destination and make sure to relay them to you. 

Expertise
. Most vendors make it a requirement that an agent stay up to date on their trainings to book clients with them, so agents are informed about different companies and destinations.. Also most agents visit the destinations they book as much as possible, so they can give you their first hand experiences to help in planning your trip. 

Will advocate for you if there is a problem
    Perhaps you experience an issue or problem during or after your trip. Your agent will go to bat for you to have the issue resolved or see that you are compensated for your problem. No need to wait in line or on hold yourself, your agent will be there for you to get things resolved as best as they can. 

I look forward to being your travel agent and helping with all the above!

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Disney introduces us to Genie!

9/3/2021

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Both Walt Disney World and Disneyland are introducing a brand new tool to guests. Meet Disney Genie! Here is what we know:
 What is Disney Genie? Coming this fall to Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, Disney Genie is a complimentary and convenient new digital service in the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps designed to create your best Disney day. Disney Genie service will maximize your park time, so you can have more fun. It includes a personalized itinerary feature that will quickly and seamlessly map out an entire day. From specific attractions, foodie experiences and entertainment, to general interests like Disney princesses, villains, Pixar, Star Wars, thrill rides and more – just tell Disney Genie what you want to do and it will do the planning for you. What other new options are you introducing as part of the rollout of Disney Genie? For even more convenience and flexibility, there are two other options for enjoying our theme parks, through a queue we are introducing called the Lightning Lane entrance that also saves you time in line: Disney Genie+ service (available for purchase): For the price of $15 per ticket per day at Walt Disney World Resort and $20 per ticket per day at Disneyland Resort, choose the next available time to arrive at a variety of attractions and experiences using the Lightning Lane entrance. You can make one selection at a time, throughout the day – from classics like Haunted Mansion to thrill rides like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and newer favorites like Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (attractions subject to limited availability). This convenient option is the next evolution of the fan-favorite Disney MaxPass service from Disneyland Resort. Disney Genie+ will also include Disney parks-themed audio experiences and photo features to capture your memories – augmented reality lenses for those visiting Walt Disney World Resort and unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads from your day if you are visiting Disneyland Resort. Individual attraction selections (available for purchase): Schedule a time to arrive at up to two highly demanded attractions each day using the Lightning Lane entrance – like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Magic Kingdom Park and Radiator Springs Racers at Disney California Adventure Park (subject to limited availability; attractions not included with Disney Genie+). Pricing will vary by date, attraction and park. When will you launch Disney Genie? Disney Genie will launch this fall at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. We look forward to sharing more details and exact dates soon. A guest with previously-purchased tickets has concerns about the retirement of FastPass+. How should I assist them?
As always, please treat these Guests in accordance with the highest standards, and if you have any challenges regarding existing procedures, please contact your Disney representative.  What is the difference between Disney Genie and Disney Genie+? Disney Genie is a complimentary digital planning service with personalized itineraries, tips that can help reduce time in lines and other features to help you plan your best Disney day. The Disney Genie+ service is an add-on option available for purchase that will let Guests choose the next available arrival time for the Lightning Lane entrance – one at a time, throughout the day – at a variety of attractions (attractions subject to limited availability). The service also includes photo features and audio experiences. Arrival times for the Lightning Lane entrance will be an hour-long window. Can all Guests use Disney Genie, or do they have to pay for it? Disney Genie service is complimentary for all Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort via the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps. Additional options to select arrival times for the Lightning Lane entrance will be available for purchase, including the Disney Genie+ service and individual attraction selections, subject to limited availability. Do Guests need a separate app to access Disney Genie? No. Disney Genie service is complimentary for all Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort via the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps. When will Guests be able to add Disney Genie+ to their vacation package/ticket? Disney Genie itinerary planning service will launch this fall at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. We look forward to sharing more details soon, including when you can begin adding it to your Clients’ vacation package or tickets. After launch, Guests will be able to purchase the Disney Genie+ service ahead of their visit if they wish as a ticket add-on, or on the day of their visit. What is the Lightning Lane entrance? The Lightning Lane entrance is a queue we are introducing, available through options Guests can purchase to save time in line. Lightning Lane selections will be made on the same day of your visit and can be used across multiple theme parks, great for those who love the Park Hopper option. Guests may select an arrival time, one at a time, for Lightning Lane entry for a variety of attractions and experiences with the purchase of Disney Genie+ service (attractions subject to limited availability), or schedule a time to arrive at up to two highly demanded attractions each day (subject to limited availability; attractions not included with Disney Genie+). Pricing for the individual attraction selections will vary by date, attraction and park.  Can Guests purchase and choose their attraction selections before their visit? Guests will choose selections for the Lightning Lane entrance on the day of their visit. Please visit the Walt Disney World or Disneyland websites for more details about the experience at each park. What attractions can be booked with Genie+? Examples include Big Thunder Mountain, Haunted Mansion and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. We’ll be sharing more details soon for each resort. Most attractions that previously offered FastPass+ at Walt Disney World and FASTPASS/Disney MaxPass at Disneyland Resort will offer a Lightning Lane entrance available through Disney Genie+. What attractions can be booked with individual Lightning Lane selections? Examples include Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Radiator Springs Racers. We’ll be sharing more details soon for each resort. Can Guests purchase Disney Genie+ service for just one day of their multi-day visit? When purchased with a Guests’ ticket or vacation package ahead of their visit, Disney Genie+ service is purchased for the length of stay (all days of a multi-day visit). When purchased on the day of visit, Guests will purchase Disney Genie+ for a single day. Do Guests have to purchase Disney Genie+ to have access to attractions? No. Attractions will continue to have a traditional standby queue, or a virtual queue at certain attractions. Is there still a no-cost option for expedited access to attractions? Attractions will have a traditional standby queue, or certain attractions will have a virtual queue. To access the new Lightning Lane entrance, Guests can either purchase Disney Genie+ service for a variety of attractions (subject to limited availability) or purchase and schedule an individual arrival time at up to two highly demanded attractions each day (subject to limited availability; attractions not included with Disney Genie+). [FastPass, FastPass+ and Disney MaxPass services will be retired.] Do all Guests need to pay to ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Radiator Springs Racers or WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure? No. Guests can join attractions offering a virtual queue via Disney Genie in the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps. If Guests are unable to secure a place in the virtual queue, purchase of the Lightning Lane entrance may be an additional option to experience the attraction, subject to limited availability. There is no traditional standby queue for these attractions at this time. How does this impact Disability Access Service?  We are also making some enhancements our Disability Access Service (DAS) program, including a new option to enroll in the program pre-arrival and select return times for attractions directly in the app. This option will be available in addition to our existing, in-person DAS program. Visit our Services for Guests with Disabilities page on DisneyWorld.com and Disneyland.com for more details. What is the price of Disney Genie+ service? At launch, Disney Genie+ will be priced at $15 per ticket, per day at Walt Disney World Resort and $20 per ticket, per day at Disneyland Resort. Can Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders or Disneyland Resort Magic Key holders purchase Disney Genie+? At launch, Passholders at Walt Disney World and Magic Key holders at Disneyland Resort will be able to purchase Disney Genie+ on the day of their visit. As always, we will continue to explore other enhancements as well and of course will appreciate their feedback when we launch the service.  Will Annual Passholders or Magic Key holders receive discounts on Disney Genie+ service and individual attraction Lightning Lane purchases? At this time, there are no discounts available for Disney Genie+ or individual attraction Lightning Lane purchases. As always, we will continue to explore new offerings for Annual Passholders and Magic Key holders in the future and value their feedback. Without the advanced FastPass+ booking window, are there any benefits for Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels? Each day at 7 a.m., Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels will have the first opportunity to purchase up to two individual attraction selections for the Lightning Lane entrance (subject to limited availability), before other Guests who will be able to do so upon park opening. Guests staying at Walt Disney World hotels will also have more time in the parks during the 50th anniversary, with new early theme park entry and extended evening hours benefits.

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My Top Five Favorite Walt Disney World resorts:

8/6/2021

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First up is Animal Kingdom Lodge!
Imagine waking up and walking out on the balcony to see African animals enjoying their breakfast! This resort is simply amazing and like no other on property. There are two sections to the resort, Jambo and Kidani. In Kidani you will find Disney Vacation Club villas that include studios, one, two, and three bedroom villas. Jambo is made up of mostly standard rooms with two queen beds.
Kidani is home to one of my family's favorite restaurants, Saana. We love the homemade Naan with 9 delicious dipping sauces. Jambo is home to Boma and Mara which are table and quick service restaurants. While Boma has not yet reopened the Mara is a great place to get something to eat.
Guests can travel to all parks via bus service with Animal Kingdom park being the closest. Guests can also enjoy both pools and there is shuttle van that will take you between both sides of the resort.
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Next up on my favorite resort list is Disney's Riviera Resort!
This is one of the newest resorts and part of Disney Vacation Club. Rooms range from a tower studio that sleeps 2 all the way to 3 bedroom grand villas. The preferred studio sleeps 5 and has a beautiful view of the lake.
Riviera is home to an amazing rooftop restaurant called Topolino's. Serving dinner and a character breakfast with delicious food and stunning decor.
The outdoor area is landscaped immaculately! With numerous places to sit, a main pool with children's area plus a quiet pool, and Bar Riva just steps away for a bite to eat or a cool drink!
Riviera is connected to Epcot and Hollywood Studios via Skyliner and bus service to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom.

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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort which is probably my family's favorite! Located on the monorail with views of Cinderella's castle you will feel like you are at a tropical Hawaiian getaway!
I recently showed you the brand new Moana themed rooms and they are gorgeous! Rooms sleep 5 guests with 2 queens and a daybed. Studio rooms also sleep five and have a small kitchenette.
The Poly as it is nicknamed is home to popular restaurants, Ohana and Kona as well as Captain Cook's quick service and Pineapple Lanai where you can get the delicious Dole Whip!
We love the pool here! The Lava pool is a great place to cool off after a day in the parks and the volcano slide is one of the fastest according to my son! Little ones can enjoy Kiki Tikis Splash Play Area while mom and dad enjoy a Pina Colava poolside!
The resort is all about location!!!! Monorail service to Magic Kingdom and Epcot or a boat ride to Magic Kingdom and bus to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios.
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​Disney’s Boardwalk Inn and my top pick favorite resort and the one I have stayed at the most. One of the reasons I love it is that you can walk to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios! Spacious rooms sleep 5 with 2 queens and a daybed. Villas range from studios to 3 bedroom grand villas.
The theming of the this resort to will take you back in time to a turn of the century boardwalk at the beach. Located on Crescent Lake take a quick walk to the Beach and Yacht Club resort for additional dining options or stroll the boardwalk and enjoy night time entertainment and shopping.
The pool has been recently updated to include your favorite Disney friends along side a fun twisty turvy water slide! Need more of a quiet time by the pool? Boardwalk has several quiet non feature pool as well.
Grab a quick bite to eat at Broadway Bakery or from the pizza window or enjoy an Italian meal at Trattoria al Forno. After a day in the parks adults can enjoy a magical cocktail at AbracadaBar or Belle Vue Lounge.
One of our favorite stays at Boardwalk was over Christmas! This resort has some of the most gorgeous decorations and trees!
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To finish out my list of my favorite Disney resorts I am bringing you Disney’s Grand Floridian. Located on the monorail and across the lake from Magic Kingdom it is a stunning hotel perfect for a couple’s getaway or a week long family stay. Rooms sleep 5 with 2 queens and a daybed with villas ranging from studios to 3 bedroom grand villas.
There are several amazing restaurants at the Grand including Grand Floridian Cafe, Narcoosee’s and the newly renovated Citricos. For a quick bite to eat visit Gasparilla Island Grill or enjoy a relaxed meal from Beaches Pool Bar and Grill.
Families will enjoy to cool off at the Beach pool which features a water slide and an Alice in Wonderland Splash ground or enjoy the quiet pool which is located near by. The grounds of the resort are simply gorgeous with fountains, green grass, and immaculate floral landscaping.
During the holidays guests can view a life sized gingerbread house and enjoy the decorations in this gorgeous lobby. The Grand Floridian is a great choice for your Walt Disney World vacation! Want to learn more about how I can help you pick a resort that is just right for you? Email me at Jennifer@magicladventurestravel.com
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Characters are still there!

10/4/2020

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Covid has changed many things at Walt Disney World and while the traditional character meet and greets are currently on hold, there are lots of new ways to see your favorites when visiting the parks! 
Throughout the day you will be surprised by random character cavalcades. These are not scheduled but  your favorites my come by in a parade float, spiffy car, carriage, boat or by foot!
You may also find some characters up on balconies of some of the restaurants, out on the lawn, or in a gazebo or elevated area or platform. You are able to take some distanced selfies or have a friend take a picture for you.
Disney is also beginning to bring back some modified character dining. Characters will parade through the restaurant but are currently not stopping to visit at guests at their tables. These experiences currently are Hollywood and Vine for lunch and dinner, Garden Grill lunch or dinner, Cinderella's Royal Table lunch or dinner and beginning Dec.16 Chef Mickey's for breakfast. 
The magic and characters are still there it just looks a little different then before. 
I would love to help you plan your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation which is available for booking through the end of 2021!
Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
 
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The magic has returned & things are a little different.

7/12/2020

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I was lucky enough to attend the Passholder Preview at Magic Kingdom on July 9, 2020. I was excited to see the new look on the castle, be back in one of my favorite places, and see all the new health and safety measures that are put in place to allow for the parks to open. Before entering the parks guests will have their temperatures taken and then will go through a streamlined bag check. All guest ages 2 and up are required to wear face coverings with ear loops. Throughout the park there are lots of hand sanitizing machines as well as portable sink areas. At attractions there are ground and floor marking to make sure guests are social distancing from other guests. You are also not seated near other guests on ride vehicles.  Attractions receive a spray down cleaning every few hours throughout the day. Several of the larger shops are using a virtual line to enter to ensure there are not too many in the shop at a time. At quick service restaurants rows of tables are blocked off as well as every other table. Characters will surprise you throughout the day with pop up musical cavalcades or appearing in various places such as the train station waving and entertaining guests.  Overall I feel Disney has done an amazing job with the new protocols. I am sure there will be many changes throughout this time. Be sure to follow my Facebook page for any updates. Feel free to email me at Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
Inside Pete's Silly Side show you can remove your mask and relax in the AC.
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My top 5 favorite things about Star Wars Galaxy's Edge

2/29/2020

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5. Rey: If you are lucky you will catch Rey trying to stay away from the First Order.
4. Oga's Cantina: You will need a reservation but it is a lively place where DJ Rex plays the Galaxy's latest tunes. Have a cold drink or one of Oga's special concoctions.
3. Blue and Green milk: I am a fan of the green and my kids love the blue!
2. Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run: You are assigned your job as you board the Fastest Hunk of Junk in the Galaxy. Will you be the pilot, navigator, or a gunner?
1. Rise of the Resistance:  After your boarding group is called follow your mission on an attraction you have never experienced in a theme park! A must do and not to be missed!
Want to experience Star Wars-Galaxy's Edge at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort? Contact me today to learn more. Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
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Carsland in Disneyland. Top 5 highlights!

9/15/2019

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We had an amazing trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, CA this summer. One of our favorite areas was Carsland in California Adventure Park. Here are my top 5 favorite things we like the best.

5. The theming. Disney Imagineers are geniuses! We felt like we were actually residents of Radiator Springs. From the mountains to the small details to the buildings all around us. We were immersed!

4. Photo ops! So many places to take great pictures with and without your family to remember your visit!

3. Mater's Junkyard Jamboree. Sing along with the fun tunes as you get swung around by the little tractors. Silly old fashion fun.

2. Flo's V8 Cafe. A great quick service restaurant that uses mobile ordering. Great burgers, chicken tenders and milkshakes. We really enjoyed our dinner here.  

1. RADIATOR SPRINGS RACERS!!!!! One of the best rides in any Disney park. Amazing theming as you and your family go through the story of your pal Lightening McQueen. And when you hit the road get ready to  ride like the wind!!! We road this multiple times at park opening and using the Max Pass! 

We can't wait for our next trip to Disneyland and to visit Carsland again. I would love to help with a trip to Disneyland so you can experience all there is there. Contact me at Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
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The top 5 things I love about Toy Story Land in Disney's Hollywood Studios.

3/3/2019

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5. The Walls! Lots of colorful new walls to take those fun Instagram pictures.
4. Woody's Lunch Box. A great new quick service restaurant. Great for a quick bite for breakfast or lunch. 
3. The details. I love the colors and all the amazing details that really make it look like Andy built it all out of things he found around his house.
2. The characters. Make to snap a photopass picture with Woody and Jessie and then with Buzz!
1. Slinky Dog Dash!!!! My new most favorite ride. So much fun. Be sure to try to get a fast pass or ride right at park opening! 
Want to experience Toy Story Land yourself? Contact me to book a magical vacation to the Walt Disney World resort. Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
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My stay at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter

8/9/2017

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As far as Moderate resorts at Disney World go this is by far my favorite. It is one of the smallest resorts on property which makes really any location of your room a good one. We were in a garden view room in building 4. It was a very quick walk over to the bus stop or the food court, front desk, and gift shop. The food court has some great choices for hot meals as well as to grab and go. We had plenty of room in our room for 3 adults and it can accommodate a family of 4 very easily. The beds were very comfy and there was plenty of room for storing luggage. I love the 2 sinks at the vanity as it made getting ready in the morning more efficient. Cast members at the resort were all very pleasant and helpful when we had questions. The pool is great for all ages and has a fun fenced in splash area for younger children. This is a very popular resort due to it's smaller size but it is a great pick for your Walt Disney World vacation. I would love to help you book a magical stay at Port Orleans French Quarter or any of the amazing resorts at Walt Disney World! Contact me today at Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com
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Club Level at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

7/14/2017

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I wanted to shared a little about my Club Level stay at Disney's Polynesian Village resort from June 17-24, 2017. We had stayed at the Poly for a short trip once before but this was a very special week for us. Upon arriving we were greeted by one of the cast members who gave us a quick tour of the resort and walked us to Hawaii, the Club Level building. We were personally checked in by the very helpful, Lawerence who gave us all the information we needed about the lounge and it's offerings. We stayed in room 1501 which was a quick jump on the elevator or an easy walk up the steps to the lounge. Breakfast began at 7:00 AM. Each morning there was coffee, juice, and selected teas. Baked goods, fresh fruit, oatmeal, and yogurt parfaits. Mid-day from noon to 4 we enjoyed grilled chicken or shrimp and salad fixings, hummus and pineapple salsa, veggies and dip, various nuts and dried fruit. From 5-7 PM we had heavy appetizers such as sushi, chicken skewers, shrimp salad, pate, bread, cheeses among other offerings. Later in the evening was desserts, wine, and cordials. 
I have to say we loved having the availability of the lounge. Especially coming back to the resort mid day for a break from the parks. We were able to take things down to our room in the morning and eat breakfast while getting ready for the day. The level of the service we received by all the cast members in the lounge was top notch! I know we will enjoy another Club Level stay at the Polynesian in the future! Want to learn more about the club level rooms at other Disney resorts or need help planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Contact me at Jennifer@magicaladventurestravel.com or www.magicaladventurestravelwithjennifer.com
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