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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.

Make Sure You Pack This For Your Trip To Disney World

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You have booked the trip, have your dining reservations ready to go, park passes are made and now it is time to pack.  What exactly do you need to make sure to pack for your Walt Disney World vacation?  The good news is Disney typically has everything you might need available or it will be a quick Uber/Lyft ride to ...

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Top Rides in Walt Disney World Right Now

Walt Disney World has some amazing rides to experience throughout all four parks.  We have a list of what we think are the top rides in each of the parks.  Take a look at the list and let us know what you think.  Was your favorite ride included in the list? Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom has some awesome choices that ...

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Eat This, Not That In the Magic Kingdom

Being the most visited Walt Disney World park, you would think that Magic Kingdom would have numerous outstanding food choices for guests.  This isn’t exactly the case.  We have what you should eat and not eat when it comes to table service, quick service and snacks at Magic Kingdom. Table Service:  Eat This If you are looking for an excellent ...

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August Recap- All the News You Don’t Want to Miss

You wouldn’t think that August would be a busy month for Disney news, but this month was filled with breaking news we never saw coming.  Take a look at our recap of all the news that August brought to us from Walt Disney World. Animal Kingdom Lodge Opened It was fantastic to see Animal Kingdom Lodge welcome guests once again.  ...

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What Not To Miss In September At Walt Disney World

Right now Walt Disney World is constantly adding new experiences throughout the parks and resorts. With a new month coming, there is so much to look forward to.  We have the top things you won’t want to miss when visiting Disney this September.   Saying Bye To Favorites With October bringing Disney’s 50th Anniversary, new nighttime shows will be coming ...

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Buy This Before Heading to Walt Disney World

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If you are getting ready for a trip to Walt Disney World, you might be trying to figure out exactly what you need (check out our packing tips).  We have a list of items that expert Disney travelers often purchase prior to heading down on vacation.  These items will help you save money and time on your next Walt Disney ...

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Why You Should Book That Last Minute Trip To Disney in 2021

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Are you sick of sitting around the house and ready for some magic?  We have why we think you should consider booking a last minute trip to Walt Disney World this year. Celebrate the Holidays There isn’t a better place to celebrate holidays than in Walt Disney World.  Disney has already started to celebrate the fall with decorations, snacks and ...

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Why Fall is a Great Time to Go Disney

We think that any time of year is a great time to head to Walt Disney World, but this fall might be one of the best times to head down for a vacation.  With the amazing decorations, delicious food and the 50th Anniversary, fall is being set up to be a fantastic time to visit Walt Disney World. There are ...

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