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Introduction on How to Use Genie+ at Walt Disney World

If you're planning a trip to Walt Disney World and feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of using Genie+, don't worry - I'm here to help. Let me guide you through the process and minimize your stress so that you can enjoy your Disney vacation to the fullest. In this Ultimate Guide to Genie+, I'll explain everything you need to know, from booking rides and understanding sell-out orders to managing return times and making your Disney vacation seamless. This is your one stop shop on how to skip the lines at Disney World.

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How to Use My Disney Experience at Walt Disney World

Are you feeling overwhelmed about where to start cleaning up after your Disney vacation or unsure of what you need to keep for your vacation memories? Let me guide you in taking the first step towards planning a magical Walt Disney World vacation. In this blog post, I will teach you how to link everything together and take that initial step towards planning your dream vacation.

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Disney Bound: Driving to Walt Disney World

If you are planning a road trip to Walt Disney World with your family but feeling uncertain about where to begin, don't worry! I can help you with the ultimate guide to ensure a successful car trip. In this guide, I will cover various methods of driving down to the parks with your family, provide you with a list of supplies to carry, and share tips and tricks to ensure a smooth ride down to Orlando. Whether you are a first-time driver to Disney or a seasoned road-tripper, this guide is going to help you make the most of your journey.

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Once Upon A Nanny: The Magic of a Nanny Service at Disney World

If you need help finding a trustworthy nanny service at Walt Disney World, I have a recommendation for you. Once Upon a Nanny is the company I always use for nanny services at Disney, and I am grateful to have found a company I can trust with my most precious treasures. Here are all the details on finding your perfect Fairy-God Nanny to help make your Disney vacation more enjoyable.

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Walt Disney World in March

Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World in March? Do you want to maximize your fun, know what to expect, and avoid unexpected surprises, such as finding out at the last minute that one of your party’s top priority rides is closed due to a scheduled refurbishment or that your resort is extra crowded due to a dance or cheer competition? Well Hello Magic has you covered. Here is your guide to Walt Disney World in March, the kick-off month to spring break travel season.

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Disney Infants: Everything You Need to Know!

Disney World is the ultimate family vacation destination, but taking an infant or toddler to the park can seem overwhelming. With a little bit of planning and preparation, a trip to Disney World can be a magical experience. In this blog post, we will share some tips and tricks to help you plan the perfect Disney World vacation with your Infant and Toddler and learn how to plan for Disney with infants and toddlers.

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Tips for Toddlers Meeting Characters at Walt Disney World

Are you taking your toddler to Walt Disney World and are nervous about them meeting characters for the first time? Here are 12 tips to help you prepare your toddler to meet Disney Characters at the parks. We know it can be scary for them since the characters feel larger than life.

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What is DAS Pass at Walt Disney World and How to use it!

DAS stands for Disability Access Service. This service is available to those who have difficulty tolerating long waits in a conventional queue due to a disability. DAS does not provide front of the line access or immediate access to rides. But instead provides a return time as an alternative to waiting in a traditional queue. In this blog I will teach you how to get it and how to use it.

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Steps for Booking a Disney Vacation

Do you have questions on how to book your Disney vacation? This blog post reviews all the details of booking your Disney vacation. Did you know it only takes $200 to book your Disney Vacation? In this post, I will go over all the details on how to book your Disney Vacation and how far in advance you can start the planning.

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The Disney Second Shift

So let me explain why you're so tired at Walt Disney World and why I call this a trip or an adventure, not a vacation. First, you are overstimulated. Disney hits all your senses at once all day long. Sight, sound, and touch all day long! Not to mention the brain power you use when strategically planning and executing your day. Then after a long day, the second shift starts, even on vacation.

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The New Magic Band+ Review

Ok, here is my candid review on MagicBand+. As you know, we are a MagicBand family. We love our MagicBands. All of our kids have 2 or 3 different MagicBands.We love them. The only time you'll see any of my children without their magic band is when we go to one of the water parks because they don't need to wear it there since they are still young, and we stay close together. And MagicBands are waterproof!

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How to Order Resort Groceries

Groceries! Everyone needs them at Walt Disney World, even just a few items. You constantly hear you need snacks for the park and the room, but if you are flying or have a packed car, how do you get them there?

Here is all the information you need on getting snacks and groceries to your resort room and deciding what groceries you need for you room and your Disney vacation.

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Planning a Disney Vacation: Start Here

Feeling overwhelmed about planning your Walt Disney World trip? Are you confused about where exactly to start with the planning? Well this is the best place to start, before we start putting together itineraries for Walt Disney World let me help you get organized. Let’s take our first step in simplifying Walt Disney World by taking a look at the basics.

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My Top Ten Tips for a Disney Vacation

Are you heading to the Disney Parks? As a Disney mom and Walt Disney World pro, I have rounded up my top ten tips about the Disney Parks. So, before we start diving into Genie+, what character meals to book and where to stay, let me give you some much needed information about what you will need at the Disney Parks.

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Nanny Services at Walt Disney World

I know it sounds crazy. Why would you take your kids to Disney World and then get a nanny service to watch them or help you while at the parks? Well, you want to enjoy the time in the parks with your kids and reduce stress! I see much hate online when people say they're getting a theme park nanny. But the benefits far outweigh any criticism anyone can give you.

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Tips for Traveling with Family, Friends & Large Groups

Since we are a Walt Disney World family, many of our friends and family want to travel with us since we know the parks so well. And we love taking people because we plan the trip based on their wants and goals, since we go to the parks often.

Traveling with friends & family to Disney can be a BLAST! But here are some things to consider before planning a trip with the people you love the most!

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How To Tell Your Kids They Are Going to Disney...and get the reaction you want

Let's be honest with ourselves, sometimes the big reveal of going to Disney is more for us than for them. We see the videos of the teary-eyed kids, kids jumping up and down, pure joy and excitement, and we want our kids to respond that way too! After all this planning and money, we feel that they should be excited! But think about your kids outside of Disney shows and movies. Do they honestly know what exactly Disney World is?

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