Revamped Disney Disability Access Service (DAS)
If you are the parent of a child with special needs, you will be happy to know that the revamped Disney Disability Access Service (DAS) is amazing. First, you can now be approved 2 to 30 days prior to your arrival. That means that you don’t have to spend time at Guest Services when you arrive at your first park. In addition, you can now plan the DAS reservation in the My Disney Experience app! No need to run ahead to rides and meet with cast members to
Walt Disney World Dining Plans
Walt Disney World has three dining plans available to resort guest 3 years of age and up, Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, Disney Dining Plan, and Disney Deluxe Dining Plan. Although I know it sometimes is hard to decide if it is worth it or not I can tell you from first hand experience it makes your Walt Disney World vacation an all inclusive one! One of the best things about it is if you are wanting to see the characters you can do that while dining and it
When a Disney Girl visits Universal Orlando
What’s it like for a Disney girl at heart to visit a new-to-her, non-Disney theme park in Central Florida (Universal Orlando)? I recently had the opportunity with some of my fellow travel agents at 101 Dream Vacations to spend a day at Universal Orlando. Here you will find 2 theme parks, a new water park, and a shopping and eating district. There are also a number of resorts on-property for guests to have easy access to Universal’s offerings and take advantage of perks and amenities for staying on-property. Our
2018 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is back for 2018! This year you can experience the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival from February 28 to May 28, 2018 while visiting Walt Disney World! As in the past they will have great additions during the 2018 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival for all ages including the following: Outdoor Kitchens Disney-themes topiaries Wildlife habitats Out of this world breathtaking garden spaces Inspirational Exhibits Seminars and How to demonstrations Outdoor Concert series featuring lots of great new additions The Outdoor Concert Series can be seen at America Gardens
Toy Story Land Opening Date
Have you heard the big date? June 30th, 2018 is the big day that the new Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios will open! 101 Dream Vacations agents, AnnMarie and Jackie attended a special event in New York City on February 16th to learn about Toy Story Land and all it has to offer. It was an honor to learn from very special Disney cast members Brandon Peters, Phil Holmes and Dave Minichiello along with some of our favorite toys Woody, Jessie and Buzz. When you enter the bright and
5 Tips for Traveling to Walt Disney World with Little Ones
Hi, my name is Janine and I have two boys ages 6, and 2. Traveling with small children can be stressful, and if you are traveling to Disney for the first time I have 5 tips to make your trip go a little more smoothly. RENT A STROLLER This is my number one tip because even if your child is 5, 6, or even 7 they will at some point get tired from all the walking and want to sit, they may even nap. So, instead of having to
New Offer from Disney Vacation Club for RunDisney Enthusiasts
One of the most difficult plans to make after registering for a RunDisney race weekend is room accommodations. Since the availability at each resort respectively varies by day and when Disney gives vacationers the ability to book more than 365 days in advance, patience is most definitely a virtue. Disney Vacation Club has been enchanting Disney-loving adventurers, like myself, with their invitation to purchase a magical timeshare that would take you on magical vacations for years to come since 1991, and now they’ve set their sights on those
New Hotel Coming to Disneyland
If you remember how much I fell in love with Disneyland, (or you can read about it here) it will be no surprise that I am beyond excited about the announcement of a new hotel coming to Disneyland. For the first time in almost two decades, Disneyland will open a new hotel, but not just any hotel, a Four Diamond Hotel! It is set to open in 2021, and will transform the west end of Downtown Disney District. This amazing 700-room hotel will feature a sophisticated design and will
KA WA'A, a Luau at Aulani
One thing Disney does better than anyone is tell stories. You can see experience the storytelling everywhere. At Aulani it is no different, you can read more about the history and culture here. I am so excited they have continued the story and have added KA WA'A, a luau on property. If you ever have the opportunity to go to Hawaii, one of the first things that comes to mind is a luau. It is part of the experience. It is a full evening of song, dance, and storytelling as you
Packing for Walt Disney World
We know packing for any vacation can be stressful. And when you are packing for Disney it can be completely overwhelming. The weather is unpredictable, you are planning for long days, all while trying to cram in as much magic as possible. What will you need in the parks? How about the hotel? What about the drive or plane ride? As parents of children who have done this trip many times we understand all of these questions, and although we don't have it down to a complete science yet we