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My name is Jennifer Retzlaff and I became a lifelong Disney fan during my first trip to Walt Disney World in 6th grade. From that moment, Disney became a big part of my life. I live in Iowa with my husband and two kids who are growing up too quickly for my liking. I started introducing my love for Disney early to my family with a Disney honeymoon and then trips when our youngest of 18 months. Since then, our family has been to Walt Disney World over five times and we continue to plan and dream for the next trip. I love the magic that Disney brings to people through the theme parks, cruises, adventures and movies they create. As a teacher, I try to bring that magic into my classroom to help kids believe that “If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It.” I recently reached a dream of mine as I joined Magic Vacation Planner as a personal travel advisor. With this team, I can now help others plan magical vacations. As a passionate writer, I also have my own blog at magicalvacationsbyjen which is also where you can follow me on instagram for trip reviews along with tips and tricks for your next magical vacation.

New City Awaits Iconic Cinderella Castle

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Cinderella Castle is an iconic that, for many, symbolizes magic, joy, and happiness. This iconic will now be visible at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and as it heads to Roku City. Roku City Roku is a streaming system that allows viewers to stream their favorite shows easily via their televisions. Roku City is Roku’s dark cityscape landscape used as the ...

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Preparations Underway for Disney Park’s New Nighttime Spectacular

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Nighttime shows are a massive part of Disney magic. The combination of fireworks, projections, characters, and beautiful soundtracks create spectacular evening shows throughout Disney’s destinations. One Disney Park is preparing for a new nighttime spectacular coming to guests for the first time next week. Nighttime Shows in Walt Disney World At Walt Disney World, guests can enjoy evening shows at ...

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Insider Tips Revealed by Former Disney Cast Member

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There is a lot that goes into planning a Walt Disney World vacation. From determining which Walt Disney World Resorts you want to stay at to where you want to eat, many decisions go into planning a Walt Disney World vacation. As one plans for a trip, there are a lot of suggestions and tips that can be found. Recently, ...

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Disney Guests Question the Disappearance of Their Perks

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When heading to Walt Disney World, one of the most significant decisions guests must make is where to stay. Luckily, Walt Disney World Resort has numerous options for guests. In the past, staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel during a vacation was an easy choice. Now, guests are questioning- what are the perks, and is it worth the price? Disney ...

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Why You Should Consider Running a runDisney Race

January 5-9, 2022, we saw the return of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, and it brought all the emotions along with it. We were so excited when runDisney events returned at the end of 2021 with the Wine and Dine Half Marathon. It was great to see runners back in the Theme Parks after a long time away. Even ...

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Tips From Walt Disney World Veterans

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We love going to Walt Disney World and we go each year. As veteran visitors, we have also learned some key tips that we wanted to share. We have learned these tips over the years and tips that we think will help your Walt Disney World vacation be even more magical and successful. Do Some Research Our first tip focuses on learning about ...

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Extra Costs to Budget for in Walt Disney World This Year

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Walt Disney World is an expensive vacation to take, and 2022 might be even more expensive than in previous years. We have some extra costs that you might want to factor into your vacation budget when visiting Walt Disney World in 2022. Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes One of the biggest new expenses for a Walt Disney World vacation is Genie+, ...

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Tackling Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2022

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios was considered a half day Park for a while, but now after the beloved Magic Kingdom it finds itself at the top of the list. With one of the newest rides in Walt Disney World with Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and the hottest ride in Rise of the Resistance, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has become a must ...

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What to Know About the My Disney Experience App

When visiting Walt Disney World, it is essential to use and understand My Disney Experience (MDE), Walt Disney World’s official app. My Disney Experience also refers to the online account that you will create when making your plans, but here we’re referring to the app. My Disney Experience provides some basic information such as Park Hours, the ability to use ...

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