50’s Prime Time Cafe + Tune-In Lounge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

There is just something about Disney’s Hollywood Studios that I love. The atmosphere, the music, the vintage Hollywood details. It has always been one of my favorite parks to wander through, and I especially love the places that make you feel like you’ve stepped into another era. One of our family’s longtime favorites is 50’s… Read More

Introducing 1313 Travel Co.: A New Chapter and a Dream Come True!

Well, friends, the secret is finally out! Last week, I shared a little about my nine years in the travel industry and the new chapter ahead. I ended that post with a promise that there were a few surprises still to come. And today, I finally get to share one of the biggest! I’m absolutely… Read More

Level99 at Disney Springs {Our Experience and What to Know Before You Go}

If you’re looking for something different to do at Walt Disney World, especially with teenagers or a group of adults, I have a new favorite recommendation! We recently spent an evening at Level99 in Disney Springs with friends, and it was SO much fun. We had a group of seven, enjoyed dinner and cocktails and… Read More

Nine Years, a New Chapter and What’s Next for Dixie Travels

Nine years ago, when I first became an independent contractor in the travel industry, I had a pretty simple vision for what this little adventure might look like. I thought it would be something fun to do part-time. Maybe I’d make enough money to buy myself a new dress every now and then or treat… Read More

Disney Believe {Everything We Know About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship}

It is finally time to BELIEVE! Disney Cruise Line officially revealed the Disney Believe today, and after months of little clues, construction updates and plenty of speculation, we finally have our first real look at the newest ship joining the fleet. And there is a LOT to be excited about. The Disney Believe will set… Read More

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival 2026

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is one of our family’s favorite Disney events, and this year is an especially fun one. The festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, with favorite dishes from festivals past returning alongside plenty of new things to try. This year’s festival runs from August 27 through November… Read More

A Comprehensive Review of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has long been my absolute favorite resort at Walt Disney World and the one our family chooses most often. As Disney’s flagship resort, it manages to feel both wonderfully nostalgic and beautifully luxurious, with its Victorian-inspired architecture, impeccable grounds and unmatched location on Seven Seas Lagoon. And following the… Read More