Magical Vacation Planner by Nicol Stevenson

09/04/2026

Today’s the day… we’re sailing away on the Disney Wish! 🚢✨

And this one is extra special because I’m sailing with my brother and sister-in-law for their FIRST EVER Disney cruise! I can’t wait to see them experience all the magic for the first time. 💙

AND… I’m finally getting to meet a long-time client IN PERSON! 🥹 There’s something so special about helping families plan their vacations from behind a screen and then getting to actually meet them onboard!

So excited for a few days of Disney magic, family time, and making some memories of our own.

Let’s go, Disney Wish! ⚓️✨

08/31/2026

🚨 FIRST LOOK at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge! 🏨✨

Disney just gave us our first peek inside the newest Walt Disney World resort, opening July 1, 2027!

I’m loving the cozy, nature-inspired design — especially the new Lake Houses along Bay Lake with their A-frame style, waterfront porches and HUGE windows. 😍

You’ll also find Disney touches inspired by Brother Bear, Encanto, Bambi, Fantasia and Pocahontas, plus select club-level guests will have access to a lounge with Magic Kingdom fireworks views! 🎆

Reservations open October 6 for DVC members, October 7 for Annual Passholders and October 8 for everyone else.

Okay… who else is excited about this one?! 👀

08/26/2026

Our agency is doing an amazing giveaway to celebrate the start of the Epcot food and Wine festival! Hop on over to enter and tag me at Magical Vacation Planner by Nicol Stevenson to get an extra entry!! Would love for one of my guests to win!! ❤️❤️

🎉🍴 GIVEAWAY: Win $300 for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival or any other Disney Experience!!!!

Who’s ready to eat around the world on us?! 🌎

To celebrate the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Magical Vacation Planner is giving one lucky winner $300 to put toward their Food & Wine Festival experience!

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival returns August 27 through November 21, 2026, with Global Marketplaces featuring food and drinks from around the world, returning favorites, new flavors, and more.

💰 PRIZE: $300

HOW TO ENTER:

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BONUS ENTRY: Already have an MVP? Tag your Magical Vacation Planner in the comments for an extra entry!

🏆 WINNER: One winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries and announced on 9/2/26. The official Magical Vacation Planner account (Blue Verification Badge) will announce the winner. We’ll never ask for payment or credit card information, or send a link to claim a prize. (Beware of Scams)

👇 If you win, what’s the FIRST thing you’re eating at EPCOT Food & Wine?

Additional eligibility restrictions and official rules apply. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Disney or Meta.

Contact a Magical Vacation Planner to start planning your Walt Disney World vacation!

08/25/2026

✨ Disneyland 2027 vacations are officially OPEN for booking! ✨

And if you’ve followed me for any amount of time, you know how much I LOVE Disneyland. ❤️ There is just something about it that feels different — the history, the nostalgia, walking through the original Disney park, and all of those little details that make it so special.

And 2027 is already looking like a fun year to plan for! While details have not yet been announced, we’re hopeful that special events like Lunar New Year, Sweethearts’ Nite, Star Wars Nite and more will return. ✨

But don’t think you have to wait until 2027! There is still plenty of time to plan a Disneyland trip for 2026. There are select nights still available for Oogie Boogie Bash, so you can get ready for spooky fun, favorite Disney villains, and plenty of trick-or-treating magic! 🎃👻 If you’ve never experienced Oogie Boogie Bash, it is absolutely one I would put on your list.

Whether you’re dreaming about 2026 or looking ahead to 2027, I would LOVE to help you plan it!

From choosing the perfect hotel and park days to dining, Lightning Lane strategy, special events and all those little details that make your vacation easier — I’ve got you. ❤️

So… when are we going to Disneyland?! 🏰✨

08/20/2026

🎪 One of my favorite spots in Magic Kingdom for a little treat is reopening tomorrow!

Big Top Souvenirs is back on August 21, and if you know me, you know I’m always going to stop for a snack while I’m there. 😂

And they’re bringing some VERY cute treats with them:

🍎 Mickey Churro Caramel Apple
🐘 Dumbo Caramel Apple with those adorable sugar cookie ears
🍧 Mickey Snowcone Marshmallow Pop
💕 Minnie Pink Lemonade Cupcake
🎉 Mickey Vanilla Celebration Cupcake
🍪 Dumbo Sandwich Cookie
🐭 Mickey Circus Cookie
🥨 Circus Chips
🍿 Big Top Dippers

Now comes the important question…

🎪 What treat would YOU choose first?

I already know I’d have a hard time picking just one! 😂

08/14/2026

Moving my son back to Clemson comes with lots emotions… but of course we try to make a family vacay out of it and spent a night in Greenville!

One of my favorite things about being a travel advisor is that I get to know so many of my guests, and every now and then, those relationships come full circle in the sweetest way where they give ME the travel suggestions!

I’ve gotten some great restaurant recommendations from guests who know Greenville, and last night we hit one of our favorites - Sassafras Bistro for southern cuisine! 🍽️

I love that my job brings people into my life from all over… and apparently, they’re also helping me find the best places to eat along the way! 😂

Today is move in day, and I’m sure it will be just as hard to say goodbye this year! 🥹🧡💜🐅

08/09/2026

Where do you love to travel with your favorite people? ✈️❤️

Because honestly, I don’t think I could pick just one favorite place. Disney, a beautiful beach, a cruise ship, somewhere completely new… they’re all better when I’m there with the people I love.

One of my favorite parts of what I do is getting to plan those trips for my own friends and family — helping create the vacations that turn into the stories we keep talking about long after we get home.

So tell me… where’s your favorite place to go with your favorite people? 👇

08/05/2026

🎃 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is almost here!

The first party kicks off in just two days, and while tickets are selling out fast, there are still select dates available. The good news? There are also some great promotional rates for fall vacations, and I’ve been helping so many families plan fall Disney trips lately!

If you’ve been thinking about experiencing Halloween at Magic Kingdom, now is the time.

Your party ticket includes:
🎃 Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade
✨ Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
🎆 Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks
🍬 Trick-or-treating throughout the park
👻 Rare character meet-and-greets
🛍️ Exclusive Halloween treats and merchandise

Don’t forget—party guests can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00 PM, even though the party officially starts at 7:00 PM. That gives you up to 8 hours to enjoy Magic Kingdom and all the exclusive party fun!

Fall is one of my favorite times to visit Walt Disney World, and if it’s been on your list, I’d love to help you find the best dates and promotions before they’re gone.

Send me a message, and let’s start planning your fall Disney vacation! 🎃

08/01/2026

🚨 This is a BIG one, friends! 🚨

For the first time ever, kids 12 & under can sail FREE on ALL Summer 2027 Royal Caribbean sailings! 🎉

And that’s not all…

✨ Kids 12 & under sail FREE
✨ FREE 3rd & 4th guests on select sailings
✨ Available on select cruises 3 nights or longer
✨ Book by September 14, 2026

Whether you’re dreaming of the Caribbean, Alaska, or Europe, this is an incredible opportunity to save on your family’s vacation.

If you’ve been saying, “We really need to take a cruise someday,” this is your sign! Summer sailings are some of the first to sell out, so planning early gives you the best choice of ships, staterooms, and itineraries.

I’d love to help you find the sailing that’s the best fit for your family, explain the promotion, and take care of all the planning so all you have to do is look forward to vacation.

📩 Send me a message, and let’s start planning your Summer 2027 cruise!

Offer valid on select Royal Caribbean sailings. Kids Sail Free applies to children 12 & under. Restrictions and blackout dates apply.

07/21/2026

One of my favorite ways to add a little extra Disney magic to a Disneyland vacation? Character dining!

Not only is it a fun way to meet some of your favorite Disney friends without waiting in long character lines, but it’s also a relaxing break from the parks with delicious food and fun memories.

During my recent Disneyland training, I had the chance to enjoy the character breakfast at Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, and it was such a wonderful experience! From the warm, rustic atmosphere to the incredible buffet and the frequent visits from Mickey and his pals in their adventure outfits, it was the perfect way to start the day.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, traveling with little ones, or just want to add something extra magical to your trip, character dining is absolutely worth considering. It’s one of those experiences that creates memories long after the vacation is over.

As your planner, I love helping my guests decide which character dining experience is the best fit for their family—because every Disney vacation deserves a little extra pixie dust!