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Mouse Magic Travel by Beth

I'm here to help plan magical trips at no cost to you!

Travel Advisor specializing in Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani a Disney Resort and Spa, Adventures by Disney, National Geographic Expeditions, and Universal vacations.

11/10/2026

Tuesday Tip: Room Categories can look very different even on the same property.

This is why it's great to work with a travel advisor such as myself who specializes in Disney destinations. I visit often and stay at different resorts and different room categories within each resort so that I can experience the pros and cons of each to best advise you.

Here is an Under the Sea room with a 5th sleeper in the Trinidad section of Caribbean Beach Resort as compared to a room in the Aruba section. The color is dramatically different between the two, but also the layout, which can change the flow of your room and enjoyment of your space.

11/08/2026

Sunday Savings: Save yourself the stress of holiday shopping by giving the gift of a Disney vacation!

My first trip to Disney was a Christmas gift from my parents as a child and it will always be one of the most memorable gifts and trips for me.

It's not too late for you to consider doing the same and I would love to help you build the magic.

Disney offers so many fantastic vacation options - Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani a Disney Resort and Spa, Adventures by Disney, and National Geographic Expeditions.

I'm a Disney destination focused travel planner who dedicates my time to training and personally experiencing these destinations so that I can best help my clients. When you think of a Disney vacation, think of me!

11/03/2026

Tuesday Tip: Consider a relaxing day in the parks

Enjoy some scenes from a recent evening at Magic Kingdom after work. I took time to notice the sights and sounds of the park and people around me while I shopped, had some snacks, did some pin trading, watched some shows, and enjoyed a few rides. It was the perfect way to end my day.

Have you considered a low key, slow day in your trip? Including a day like this can be a great refresh for the busier days, a good way to revisit a park, and a fantastic way to wrap up your vacation feeling full of magic and joy.

10/27/2026

Tuesday Tip: Tree of Life Awakenings is returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on November 1

Did you know Animal Kingdom has a nighttime show? This projection show on the Tree of Life only runs during the fall and winter months. It begins at 6:10 pm until dark on select nights (check the app for exact timing).

There are multiple Awakening displays that rotate every 10-minutes throughout the night. Each is around 5-minutes in length. Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition will begin November 16th.

10/25/2026

Sunday Savings: Disneyland Resort Stays

There's still time to save 20% on stays of 3 nights or more from 10/11-12/18/26 at a Disneyland Resort r
hotel.

10/23/2026

Friday Feature: Villains: Unfairly Ever After

Disney’s Hollywood Studios introduced Villains: Unfairly Ever After in 2025. This is a live musical performance with visuals, music, and special effects as three villains plead their case as to who has been the most misunderstood. The audience decides who they think should win their case in the end so you never know the ending!

Current villains are Maleficent, Captain Hook, and Cruella de Vil. I would love to see them add more and mix it up in the future although there have been no promises of this to come.

I recommend visiting this show and although it is a villains theme, I don’t believe it is scary for young ones. The music and stage settings are very entertaining and the villains aren’t there to scare you. I love hearing the back story of each and how they had ‘no choice’ but to turn to evil.

Who is your favorite?

10/20/2026

Tuesday Tip: Visit Pandora at Night!

Pandora: The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a beautifully immersive land. The rides and scenery around you are designed to make you feel like you are walking in the Valley of Mo’ara.

Did you know that the ground and plants are designed to come alive in color at night? When the sun sets you will see the world of Avatar light up in bioluminescence all around you. The darker it is, the more you will see. Animal Kingdom closes earlier than the other theme parks, before the sun sets during many months. But if you are there during the fall and winter plan to stay until closing time so you can see this in person. It is stunning and I highly recommend it. As a bonus - you might be able to catch the nighttime show on the Tree of Life offered only during these months as well!

10/18/2026

Sunday Savings: Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Escape to a tropical oasis with this special offer at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi.

Save up to 25% on select rooms—including Ocean and Partial Ocean View Rooms—for stays of 5 or more consecutive nights. Or, save up to 20% for stays of 4 consecutive nights.

This offer is valid for stays from January 3 to March 31, 2027 (with checkout no later than April 1, 2027). See link in bio for more details.

10/16/2026

Friday Feature: Sorcerer Mickey Hat at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios

In 2001 Hollywood Studios introduced a giant Sorcerer Hat as part of the 100 years of Magic Celebration for what would have been Walt’s 100th birthday. The hat was inspired by the movie Fantasia, and it was the icon of the park. I think we were all sad to see it go in 2015.

I was very happy to hear they were bringing back the hat with the newly designed Animation Courtyard. I do wish it was still a giant sculpture but was happy to see it back and it matches the Disneyland, California version.

My favorite part is that the hat sparkles at night and every 2 minutes you will see a more dramatic light display. Just a little sprinkle of magic as the light appears in waves and varying patterns.

I think this iconic symbol deserved a Friday Feature and along with a reminder for you to stop by at nighttime on your next visit!

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