Travel Magically with Michelle

Send a text If you homeschool and have wondered about how you can combine traveling and homeschooling, listen in today! I will tell you how I use time at Disney World as learning days, plus ways to be creative when traveling anywhere. I have used travel days to many places as "school" days - New York City, Yellowstone National Park, cruises and more. I'll also explain how I expand t...

Send a text Listen in today as I tell you all about Aulani, Disney's Resort and Spa on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Our family is headed there in January, and I can't wait! Today I'll tell you about your dining options, activities for you and the kids and where exactly Aulani is located on Oahu. Plus, I'll update you on when the EPCOT International Flower and Garden festival ret...

Send a text Do you find yourself wondering which theme park will take you into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Or where you can fly the Millenium Falcon? Have you found yourself looking for Minions at Hollywood Studios? Then today's podcast is for you! I'll break down the major differences between two of Orlando's most popular theme parks - Walt Disney World and Universal Studi...

Send a text Are you ready to hear what's coming to Disney World in 2025? Listen in to find out about the new villains show, new nighttime parade and more! Do you love a good lounge? Then you want to hear about the new Spaceship Earth lounge coming to EPCOT, and the Pirates of the Caribbean lounge that will open in Adventure Land at Magic Kingdom! Thank you so much for listening! If you want t...

Send a text We spent five days enjoying Christmas decorations at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando. Listen in to hear my thoughts on the new Wicked movie, Jaleo at Disney Springs, and all of the holiday decorations. Plus, I'll tell you if I think breakfast at 1900 Park Faire is worth it! Find out how our breakfast with the Grinch was and the new experiences we tried out at Unive...

Send a text CityWalk is full of amazing shopping, dining and entertainment. Today I'll tell you some of my favorite things about CityWalk, plus some things still on my list to try. Find out if I think Voodoo Donuts is really worth the hype and your time, and where you can unleash your inner rock star with karaoke.  Thank you so much for listening! If you want to hear more travel tips and lear...

Send a text Planning any kind of vacation can be overwhelming and stressful at times. Today I'm going to talk about how far in advance I think you should start planning - whether it's a quick beach trip or few days in New York City, or a bucket list trip to Europe. I'll tell you why planning in advance helps your budget and stress level. I'll also talk about why I think it&apos...

Send a text Universal Orlando Resort has some amazing resort hotels. There is something for every budget, and one to suit your personal vibe. Listen in today as I tell you about the three categories of hotels at Universal Orlando, what the perks are associated with the resorts, and what makes each one special. Looking to unleash your inner rock star? Check out the Hard Rock Hotel! Want to feel lik...

Send a text The Christmas holiday season is a great time to visit Universal Studios Orlando! There are so many offerings to enjoy that are included as part of your everyday park admission. Listen in as I tell you about the holiday parade, live entertainment like Grinchmas, a Who-liday Spectacular and festive treats! If you are wanting to visit Universal Studios Orlando this holiday season reach ou...

Send a text The Christmas holiday season is the best time of year to be at Walt Disney World! Each park creates magical memories with its decorations and activities. Listen in today and I will give you some strategies for planning your days when you visit Disney World this holiday season! I'll also fill you in on special things to check out at each park.  Thank you so much for listening! If y...

Send a text Deciding whether to add on one of the Dining Plans at Disney World can be a challenging decision. Answering this "is it worth it" question involves many other questions as well. How much does your family typically eat? How many meals a day do you like to eat? What do you like to eat? Do you typically order wine or cocktails with your meals? Today I'm going to address eac...

Send a text Big news from Universal Orlando Resort last week! Universal Epic Universe officially opens May 22, 2025, as does Helios Grand Hotel! Tickets for Epic Universe go on sale Oct. 22, 2024, and you can also start making reservations for packages that include stays at Helios Grand Hotel on Oct. 22, 2024.  Listen in to find out what you need to know to start planning your visit. From the diff...

Send a text So, you're headed to Walt Disney World this Holiday Season and you need to know what to do without buying access to a hard ticket event? I've got you covered! Listen in today and find out where to meet Santa at each theme park! Are you a Christmas cookie lover? Then you'll want to check out the Cookie Stoll at EPCTO. Make sure to visit Hollywood Studios for amazing new e...

Send a text Christmas time at Walt Disney World is one of my favorite times to visit! In addition to the amazing decorations inside the parks, the resorts have some of the most beautiful holiday decorations you'll ever see. Best part - you can check them out for free! So, listen in to hear where you can find a carousel made out of chocolate and gingerbread and the tallest tree at Walt Disney...

Send a text What makes Adventures by Disney so special, and why should you travel with Adventures by Disney? Don't know what Adventures by Disney is? It's group travel to some of the most incredible places in the world and in the United States! See spots like the Vatican, Palace of Versailles, the Sphynx, or the Great Wall of China! All with VIP level access and guides who know how to pr...

Send a text Today I'll let you in on some of the best ways to skip the lines at Disney! Hate waiting in line to order food or pay for merchandise at the gift shops? Listen in to find out how you can bypass those long lines! You can also find out how to skip those long lines at the check-in desk at your favorite Disney resort. Most of these apply to Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland...

Send a text Today I attempt to answer the very subjective question....Was it worth it? Almost a week after disembarking, do I think our Disney Alaska cruise was worth the time and money? There are so many amazing options when you're planning a cruise, especially an Alaskan cruise. So, what made us choose Disney and am I glad we did? Tune in to find out what my family loved about the cruise, a...

Send a text This time I'm filling you in on all of our onboard fun, plus our excursions in Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. Find out which ones I would do again, and which ones might be a one and done. I'll also let you know where I thought the best shopping was! Thank you so much for listening! If you want to hear more travel tips and learn more about my free, concierge vacation planning...

Send a text Listen in as i tell you how our first few days have gone! I’ll let you know more about our experience at Pan Pacific in Vancouver and boarding process. Next I’ll fill you in on our activities, character meetings, dining and concierge experience so far. Spoiler alert - they’ve all been amazing! Next I’ll tell you about our glacier viewing day at Dawes Glacier. Thank you so much for list...

Send a text Join me for some on the go commentaries of our travels to Vancouver as we prepare for our Alaskan cruise on the Disney Wonder! I’ll tell you about our hotel, the Pan Pacific at Canada Place where the cruise port terminal is. It’s super convenient when you’re boarding a cruise in Vancouver and comes with a price tag to match. Listen in to see if we think it’s worth the price. I’ll also...

Send a text We are almost to the departure date for Alaskan Cruise! Today I'll share with you the port adventures we have planned each day. I'll also tell you about some other adventures you can take when you do an Alaskan Cruise - whale watching, helicopter rides to walk on a glacier, dog sledding, salmon bakes, ziplining and more! Thank you so much for listening! If you want to hear mo...

Send a text Listen in today and I'll share what items I'm packing for our cruise to Alaska. This is a bit different than your typical Caribbean or Bahamian cruise, so a little more thought and planning are needed when it comes to packing. Did you know many parts of Alaska are basically rainforest? Better bring that bug spray! Did you know that as a result, it rains a lot! Bring your rain...

Send a text You've decided you want to take a Disney Cruise. You've thought about where you want to go, and maybe you have some options on which ship to sail on. How do you know which Disney Cruise ship is right for you? Each ship has a plethora of offerings for all ages, and each ship has certain elements that makes it unique. If princesses and a royal feel are your vibe, maybe the Disn...

Send a text Did you know you can visit Fiji on a Disney Cruise? What about New Zealand? Or a stop to visit Stonehenge in England? You can also explore the Pacific Northwest of the U.S. on a Disney Cruise. Today I am going to dive into all of the places you can visit in this amazing world on a Disney Cruise. Disney Cruises can literally take you all around the world and help you explore some amazin...

Send a text Have you wondered what you can expect on a Disney Cruise? What is there for adults to do while the kids are playing at the kids' clubs? Do you need dining reservations? What about drink packages? What kind of staterooms are there? What about casinos? Listen in today as I answer all of these questions and more! Thank you so much for listening! If you want to hear more travel tips a...