Jamie Hicks, an Affiliate of Academy Travel

01/06/2026

☀️✨ Cool Kids’ Summer is back at Walt Disney World! ✨☀️

Starting today, January 6, brand-new summer promotions are available for travel dates between May 26 – September 15, 2026. Here’s what you need to know:

🎉 Special Offers Include:
* Stay 4 nights, get 2 nights FREE (plus theme park days included!) when booking a 4-night/4-day room & ticket package.
* Up to 30% off most stays from May 1 – October 4, 2026.
* Florida residents & Annual Passholders can save up to 40% off select Disney Resort hotels.
* Guests staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel during this promo will also receive complimentary admission to a Disney water park (Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach) on their check-in day.

There are so many exciting things coming to WDW as a part of Cool Kids’ Summer:
- Dance parties
- extended nighttime fun
- refreshed attractions
- surprise character meet-and-greets
- interactive activities for the whole family

✨ Don’t miss out! These deals are only available for a short time! Message me today so we can start planning your unforgettable Disney summer adventure.

01/04/2026

✨ Happy New Year, friends! ✨
As we kick off 2026, I’m excited to share that next month marks my 5-year anniversary as an affiliate of Academy Travel 🎉. It feels like the perfect time for a little reintroduction!

👋 Hi, I’m Jamie! I am a lover of all things Disney, a proud Walt Disney World Annual Passholder, and independent travel consultant specializing in Disney Destinations, Universal Parks & Resorts, & beyond! I started this adventure to use my theme park knowledge to help others plan the most magical and memorable vacations. Five years later, I could not be more grateful for all of the families who have trusted me to be a part of their special memories.

🌟 What I specialize in:
* Walt Disney World Resort
* Disneyland Resort
* Disney Cruise Line
* Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa
* Adventures by Disney
* Universal Orlando Resort
* Universal Studios Hollywood

🌟Why work with me?
* My services are 100% complimentary and already built into your vacation package.
* I can help with as little or as much of the planning process as you’d like. Whether it’s booking your trip, securing dining reservations, or creating a personalized itinerary, I’m here to make it stress-free.
* I stay up-to-date on the latest deals and promotions to save you $$$, park updates, and insider tips so you don’t miss out.
* I treat every trip like it’s my own family’s vacation because I know how important these memories are.

So whether you’re dreaming of sipping butterbeer at Universal, sailing away on a Disney Cruise, or strolling down Main Street, U.S.A., I’d love to help make it happen for you. ✨

Follow my page for tips, updates, and special offers throughout the year. Let’s make 2026 the year of unforgettable vacations!

07/10/2025

🎄✨ Once Upon A Christmas Time✨🎄
The holidays are shining brighter than ever at Walt Disney World — and I’m here to help you unwrap the magic! Whether you’re dreaming of snowflakes on Main Street or starry nights in Hollywood, this season's offerings are next-level festive. Here's why it’s the perfect time to plan your visit:

🎁 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party- Join the merriment on select nights from Nov 7–Dec 21 at Magic Kingdom! With dazzling fireworks, joyful parades, exclusive character experiences, and all the cookies & cocoa you can enjoy, it's a yuletide celebration like no other.

🌟 Disney Jollywood Nights- Swing into a glitzy winter soirée at Hollywood Studios from Nov 8–Dec 22. From the stylish Glisten! ice show to a Muppet-hosted variety spectacular and rare character encounters, this is holiday glam done Disney-style!

🏨 Holiday Room Promotion- Starting today, July 10 unlock up to 20% off select Disney Resort hotels plus up to a $100 Dining & Shopping Card when you book a qualifying ticket package. It’s the best gift you can give your future self.

Let’s make this Christmas unforgettable — the kind that comes with twinkling lights, warm laughs, and a little Disney pixie dust. 🎅🏻✨

05/23/2025

🚀 Epic Universe is officially OPEN! 🎢✨

Universal Orlando’s newest theme park has finally arrived, bringing five immersive worlds to life—including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and Celestial Park!

From jaw-dropping rides to next-level entertainment, this park is changing the game for theme park lovers. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to plan a trip to Orlando, this is it!

Let’s start planning your EPIC getaway today! Who’s ready to step through the portals?

05/16/2025

🎉✨ HAPPY BIRTHDAY DISNEYLAND! 🎉✨70 years of magic, dreams, and unforgettable adventures!

Today, we celebrate the incredible legacy of Disneyland—where imagination knows no bounds and every visit feels like stepping into a storybook. From the opening day in 1955 to now, millions have walked down Main Street, soared through Space Mountain, and felt the wonder that Walt Disney envisioned. Disneyland continues to be the Happiest Place on Earth!

Whether you're a lifelong fan or it would be your first visit, Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration kicks off today and will continue through summer 2026. That means over a year of festivities, special entertainment, themed food, and magical surprises! Plenty of time to plan a visit and soak in the celebration. 🎉🏰✨

05/12/2025

BOO TO YOU!👻 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is returning for another Halloween season starting in August! Tickets will go on sale for WDW resort guests on May 15 and all other guests on May 22.

If you want some spooky fun this Fall, this party has got to be on your list! 🎃

It's a boo-tiful morning to share Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns Aug. 15 🎃 👻 http://di.sn/6181N3rz9

04/23/2025

It’s never to early to start planning your next vacation! Walt Disney World room and ticket packages are now open through October 31, 2026!

When you stay at a Disney resort hotel, you can take advantage of perks like:
🍕FREE dining plans for kids ages 3-9 with the purchase of dining plans for everyone else in your party ages 10 and up
🎢 Early theme park entry to enjoy more time at each theme park
🚌 Complimentary transportation around the Walt Disney World resort
🎟️ Early access to dining reservations and Lightning Lane for your entire stay
🚙 Free standard parking at hotels, theme parks, and water parks

Vacation packages only require a $200 deposit to book and payments can be made anytime up to 30 days before your trip! This makes it so easy to start planning now and have the vacation you’ve been thinking about in 2026.

I’d love to help make your dream vacation a reality so let’s start planning today!

04/10/2025

Spring Break is here which means summer is right around the corner! There are some exciting things happening at Walt Disney World this summer and some GREAT ways to help you save $$$ on your vacation.

✨ Save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort Hotels when you stay 5 nights or longer

✨ Save up to 50% on select kids theme park tickets

✨ Get a special 3-day, 3 park ticket to select parks

✨ Get a delicious deal with a FREE Disney Dining plan with select room and ticket packages

✨ Disney+ subscribers can enjoy summer savings with great rates at select Disney resort hotels (Just released today!!)

If visiting the Walt Disney World resort is on your bucket list for 2025, this summer is the time!! Reach out today and let’s start planning your magical getaway!

10/17/2024

IT’S OFFICIAL: Universal’s Epic Universe is set to open on May 22, 2025! ✨Reservations will open on October 22, 2024 for those who are interested. Who’s ready for their EPIC adventure?

10/05/2024

Having the best time this week! Can’t wait to see what the final day has in store!

10/01/2024

It has been a busy summer, but I am excited to jump into Fall at Walt Disney World! This week I am spending some time around the WDW resort before celebrating Academy Travel’s 25th Anniversary this weekend. Looking forward to meeting my fellow AT agents, learning new things from our amazing partners, and celebrate! ✨

I will be sharing more as the week goes on! Stay Tuned!

07/01/2024

HALFWAY TO THE HOLIDAYS! 🎅🏻🎄✨

There is no better place to celebrate the holidays than the Most Magical Place on Earth! If you have always wanted to experience the magic of Walt Disney World during the holidays, there is no better time than this year!

🎄Disney Jollywood Nights is returning at Hollywood Studios November 9-December 21!
🎄Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park November 8- December 20!
🎄EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, including the Candlelight Processional
🎄 Disney Resort hotels filled with Christmas trees, joyful decorations, and gingerbread displays!

The only thing that can make the holiday season at WDW better is saving on a Disney Resort hotel stay. Guests can save up to 30% on select Disney resort hotels for most dates from November 24 to December 25.

Let’s make your WDW holiday dreams come true in 2024! Reach out to me today to start planning.