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If I am headed on a Disney Vacation, here are the 10 things that are always coming with me. From my favorite portable charger, coffee, and ways to stay healthy, these must have items will make your Disney trip go smoother and keep you happy and well why you enjoy the magic. Add these items to your Ultimate Disney Packing List.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Here are my 10 big skips for Walt Disney World vacations in 2026 and the things I won't be doing. Everything from money saving Disney tips, vacation planning tips, and park strategy is packed into this episode. Take a listen, and reach out today for help planning your next magical vacation.  Get A Quote  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

I'm gearing up for a solo work trip to Walt Disney World in a few weeks staying at Coronado Springs Resort. It will be filled with training and Disney parks fun, but afterwards I'm hitting the Brightline train and heading to Fort Lauderdale for some Disney Cruise line research. Come get ready with me to prep for this trip and find out what I'll be researching in the process. Feel free to email me any questions at  [email protected]  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Walt Disney World hotels are some of my favorite stops on a Disney Vacation, but each of them has a downside. Today I'm talking through each value, moderate, and deluxe resort at Walt Disney World and sharing the negatives to consider before you stay there. Let me know your favorite Disney resort hotel and what you want to hear on the podcast this year by reaching out on social media.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Walt Disney World has lots of new things (like Bluey and Bingo, Muppets rethemes, LEVEL 99, new Frozen faces) lots of reopenings (Big Thunder Mountain, Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger spin) and plenty of deals like Free Dining Plans for kids coming in 2026. If you have a Disney World vacation planned, or are looking for dates for your next one, check out what's coming to the parks and Disney Springs next year! I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

My friend and fellow travel agent Danielle joins me today to talk about one of the first sailings of the brand new Disney Destiny. She has some great insider tips for the Aqua Mouse Water Coaster, the villain themed adult only spaces you can't miss, and highlights of this ship that you can't find on any others in the fleet. If you are looking for a laid back vacation with all the Disney fun, reach out today to book a Disney Cruise line sailing.  Connect with Danielle here Email -  [email protected]  Tik Tok   - @createthecruiseadventure Facebook - FantasicalVacationsByDanielleCook I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

 Today I have 9 criteria and I'm breaking down Walt Disney World vs Universal Orlando. Which theme park is right for you? I'll compare cost, hotel accommodations, ease of booking, transportation, rides, Lightning Lane vs Express Pass and more! If you are on the fence about where your 2026 vacation should be, listen in! I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Planning a quick 2–3 day getaway to Walt Disney World (WDW)? In this episode, I walk you through 10 must-do Walt Disney World weekend tips to help you make the most of a short trip—without the stress and without missing out on the magic. We’ll cover which Disney theme parks to prioritize, the must-do ride you have to experience at night, the best Disney restaurants and snacks to fit into a short visit, why Disney transportation is part of the fun, and more.  Perfect for anyone looking for short-trip Disney planning tips, weekend WDW strategies, or quick Walt Disney World vacation advice to maximize every magical moment.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Do you have a solid strategy for Lightning Lanes, Rope Drop, Dining Plans, and navigating the parks on your next Walt Disney World trip? Whether you are a Disney newbie or have been to the parks before, I'm sharing how I'm changing my park strategy for 2026 based on new things coming and going from WDW. We are talking Animal Kingdom, Dining Plans, Lightning Lane Premiere Pass and more! I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Do you want unlimited photo downloads of all your Walt Disney World vacation photos? I've got all the tips for Memory Maker photos like where the best spots are to take them, how to cut down on photo wait times, pricing, who should and shouldn't buy it and where to find those photo pass photographers.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

 If you are a Disney World first timer or new to the Disney Parks, these Disney facts may catch you off guard. The Carousel of Progress is in fact not a carousel, free Disney busses still can't take you here, and you can catch the fun at the end of some rides without riding at all. Find out what rides, restaurants and things on property are not as they seem! I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

 Are you looking for some quieter spots in Walt Disney World to help with overstimulation, or just a nice spot to hang with your family and find something a little off the beaten path? Then this is the episode for you. From a mix of sentimental favorites to new spots to explore make sure you visit at least one of these spots on your next trip. Reach out today for help planning your magical vacation, and follow the podcast for more Disney World tips! I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

If you love a Walt Disney World vacation, I'm going to encourage you today to try your first Disney Cruise. From included meals, free childcare, fun activities for literally everyone and free money to spend on the cruise, these are 10 reasons to add a cruise vacation to your 2026 plans. Reach out today for my free planning services.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Planning a magical Walt Disney World vacation and wondering where to stay? In this episode, I’m breaking down my top hotel picks for different types of Disney trips — whether you're visiting with toddlers, traveling with teens, planning a romantic couples-only getaway, or heading to Disney for a fun-filled girls trip.  ✨ I share expert tips and real experiences to help you choose the best Disney resort for your unique travel crew. From family-friendly accommodations to resorts with teen-approved amenities, romantic vibes for couples, and perfect spots for a Disney girls weekend — I've got you covered.  🏰 Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Disney regular, this guide will help you pick the perfect place to stay at Walt Disney World.  🔑 In this episode, you'll learn:  The best Disney World hotels for toddlers and young kidsTop resort choices for teens who want a little independence and funRomantic resorts perfect for couples trips to DisneyThe ultimate Disney resorts for a magical girls tripTips for location, transportation, and amenities that matter most 📌 Be sure to follow the podcast for more Disney World planning tips, hotel reviews, and vacation strategies that make every trip more magical!   I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Whether you are driving or flying to Walt Disney World, I've got tips for you today. Where to stop on the way, what time to arrive, transportation from the airport, save time in security lines at MCO and more. If this is your first time at Disney World, you don't want to miss this episode.  I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at [email protected] or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote  Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising? Join my email newsletter   Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDS My Website mountainsofmagic.square.site Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun License code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX   This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own.