Walt Disney World

I travel to the theme parks monthly and have stayed in every single resort from coast to coast! I tour the parks the way you will be touring the parks – whether it is a “best day ever” on VIP Tour, strategizing on Genie+, or waltzing onto attractions with Express Pass, you won’t find a travel advisor with more passion or first hand experience.

THEME PARKS

There are four theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort – Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Animal Kingdom. Listed below are links to dining reviews, experiences, special events and other park favorites. As a general rule, I recommend two full days in Magic Kingdom and one full day in each of the other parks, regardless of age! If you don’t have this amount of time or are planning a last minute visit (within two months), consider a Private VIP Tour.

Magic Kingdom

see all of our visits

Dining

Attractions

  • Adventureland – Pirates of the Caribbean, Jungle Cruise
  • Frontierland – Splash Mountain, Thunder Mountain
  • Liberty Square – Haunted Mansion
  • Fantasyland – 7 Dwarfs Mine Train, Enchanted Tales with Belle, Small World
  • Tomorrowland – Space Mountain, Monsters Inc Laugh Floor, Peoplemover, Carousel of Progress, Buzz Lightyear

Experiences

Events

Epcot

see all of our visits

Dining

Attractions

  • Future World – Test Track, Soarin, Spaceship Earth, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, The Land, Journey into Imagination with Figment
  • World Showcase – Frozen Ever After, Canada, American Adventure, Mexico, France

Experiences

Events

Animal Kingdom

see all of our visits | the beauty of Animal Kingdom in a photo tour

Dining

Attractions

  • Pandora – Flight of Passage
  • Africa – Kilimanjaro Safaris, Festival of the Lion King
  • Asia – Kali River Rapids, Expedition Everest
  • DinoLand USA – Dinosaur
  • Discovery Island – Meet Minnie & Mickey
  • Animation Experience at Conservation Station

Experiences

Hollywood Studios

see all of our visits

Attractions

  • Sunset Boulevard – Tower of Terror, Rock n Rollercoaster, Beauty and the Beast, Fantasmic!
  • Animation Courtyard – Star Wars Launch Bay, Little Mermaid
  • Toy Story Land – Slinky Dog Dash, Toy Story Mania
  • Echo Lake – Star Tours, Frozen Sing Along
  • Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge – Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run & Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Dining

Experiences

OUTSIDE OF THE THEME PARKS

If your schedule permits, allow a day to visit one or both of Disney’s Water Parks and spend an evening at Disney Springs!

The Happiest Place on Turf

Golf at Walt Disney World

Typhoon Lagoon & Blizzard Beach

see all of our visits with tips & tricks: Typhoon Lagoon | Blizzard Beach

H2O Glow After Hours Event at Typhoon Lagoon

Winter Summerland & Fantasia Gardens Mini Golf

see all of our visits

Disney Springs

see all of our visits

Dining

Experiences

PRIVATE PREMIUM VIP TOUR

With the help of your own VIP Tour Guide, you can maximize your fun with minimal fuss for the Disney vacation of a lifetime!  Your guide and I will plan the most efficient, enjoyable way for groups up to 10 guests to see and do all that’s on your list. With door-to-door private transportation from your resort, expedited entry to attractions, and Rise of the Resistance boarding, and reserved viewing for fireworks, you’ll spend less time waiting and more time soaking up the magic of Walt Disney World. You will experience unparalleled hospitality at one or more theme parks, ride your favorite attractions, and learn so much about the magic and often unnoticed details in the Disney parks with your very own guide. Rates start at $450 per hour (7 hour minimum) and go up to $850 per hour during peak seasons. Ten guests are included and additional time can be added on the day of your tour.

Private VIP Tour
Luxury Disney World Vacation Itinerary
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WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORTS

There are so many beautiful and memorable places to stay on the Disney property. The service is always top notch and you will want to be sure to allow extra time in your trip to soak up all of the fun things there are to do at your resort. Keep in mind that when you stay on property you will get to use Extra Magic Hours, make your dining reservations and FastPasses early, and have transportation around the property included. I feel so passionately about Disney Resorts being part of the overall vacation experience that I only work with clients booked on site. 

Resorts are divided into three categories:

  • Luxury – Within the gates of Walt Disney World Resort, Four Seasons is Central Florida’s only resort to receive the AAA Five Diamond Award. The Resort has a perfect blend of luxury experiences and Disney offerings—for family time, for romance, for golf, spa and everything between.
  • Deluxe – Deluxe resorts are the pinnacle of the Disney-owned options. They are in the best locations, most convenient to the parks.  These resorts offer a variety of dining including everything from quick serve and pool side to character dining and signature experiences. All will have multiple pools, including waterslides and splash areas, as well as many other recreation opportunities and amenities. Resort rooms are the most spacious and all have a balcony or patio.   Most rooms can sleep a family of 5, and villas offer accommodations for up to 13. Many offer concierge level accommodations.  Deluxe Resort guests enjoy extended evening theme park hours on select nights, as well as access to additional virtual queue opportunities.
  • Moderate – Moderate resorts are at a more favorable price point. They are located a bit further from the parks, generally speaking.   These resorts are motel style, with rooms opening to exterior hallways. Resort rooms are medium in size, but none will offer a balcony or patio.  Moderate resorts do have great pools with watersides, as well as both quick serve and sit down dining options. Some rooms can sleep a family of 5.
  • Value – Value resorts are the most cost effective way to stay on property in the middle of the magic! Like moderates, they are also motel style and are located the furthest from the parks. Resort rooms are the smallest in size, and none will offer a balcony or patio. While they do have pools, there are no watersides. All moderates will have quick serve dining, but they do not offer sit down dining. Most rooms have a maximum capacity of 4.
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Our Top Choices:

  • Luxury: Four Seasons
  • Deluxe: Grand Floridian, Riviera
  • Moderate: Coronado Springs Gran Destino Tower
  • Value: Pop Century

Resort Reviews

Resort reviews include room pictures, property information, dining, amenities and activities:

 

Resort Dining & Experiences

Some of our favorite places to eat in Disney aren’t even in the parks, but at the resorts!  That means you don’t need a park ticket OR a room to enjoy them.  One of the things I always encourage people to do is to try all the different dining options at your resort.  Every one offers unique and fun experiences!  Here are our reviews:  

Many of the deluxe resorts offer Water Mice / Boat Rentals and many of the moderate and deluxe resorts offer Surrey Bike Rentals. A few deluxe resorts offer cabana rentals.

A VIP Disney Dream Vacation

In working with so many blog readers and fantastic clients over the last two years, I’ve had a number of consults that start with…

It’s time to take my kids to Disney. I’ll be honest, my husband and I are not thrilled with the idea. Oh, and he hates waiting in lines…

There is a way to do Disney like this, and give the kids the most magical, memorable trip while staying in luxury accommodations and not worrying about a single detail! I know how…

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STAR WARS GALACTIC STARCRUISER

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a revolutionary new 2-night experience where you and your group will embark on a first-of-its-kind Star Wars adventure that’s your own. It’s the most immersive Star Wars story ever created—one where you live a bespoke experience and journey further into a Star Wars adventure than you ever dreamed possible.

As a Premier Level Advisor with Glass Slipper Concierge, I am recognized for providing the highest level of customer service, experience, and knowledge in the industry.  I use my personal connections and firsthand expertise to craft bespoke Disney trips for the most discerning clients.  On top of that, Disney vacations are expensive and I know how to get the best value for your time and money.  I am one of VERY FEW travel advisors with personal experience onboard the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser and will offer invaluable service to my clients.

MY STAR WARS GALACTIC STARCRUISER TRIPS
Itinerary
Tour the Halcyon

Maiden Voyage
Arrival & Day 1 Onboard
Batuu Excursion & Day 2 Onboard
Day 3 Onboard & Departure

Family Voyage
Arrival & Day 1 Onboard
Batuu Excursion & Day 2 Onboard
Day 3 Onboard & Departure

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The booking process is detailed, and voyages are currently booking through December 2022.

For a quote, please complete THIS FORM.
From there, I will set up time to talk through the pricing and details, or we can continue through email! I know a lot more information is required for a quote than for most trips. There is no obligation to book!

If you’re not quite ready for the maiden voyage season, you can add your name to my interest list for 2023 and beyond HERE.

FAMILY PHOTO SESSION

Consider taking family photos in the most magical place on earth!!  We have done this twice and they are all treasured photos of very memorable trips.  We use our friend at Portrayable Photography but Disney also offers their own service!