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Author Archives: Jennifer Retzlaff

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.

Our 2021 Thank You Note To Walt Disney World

2021 wasn’t easy, but there are still many reasons to be thankful as we look back on the year. We wanted to take a moment to say thank you to Walt Disney World for the many different things that we were able to see and do in 2021. We are grateful for the magic and memories that Walt Disney World ...

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Times When Disney Made Us Sad in 2021

As Walt Disney World fans, we know that changes will happen. Our favorite snack will go away, Resorts will get upgrades, and rides will get adjusted. Most of the time, we are fine with these changes. We know that change means growth and new experiences. In 2021 however, there were some changes that Walt Disney World made that we weren’t ...

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Our 2022 Disney New Year’s Resolutions

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As we get ready to head into 2022, everyone is thinking about what resolutions they are going to make for the new year. We thought we would have some fun and think about what 2022 Disney resolutions we have for our next Walt Disney World vacation. Take a look at our Disney New Year’s Resolutions and see if you want ...

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Saying Good-bye To What We Lost in 2021

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We are thrilled with everything that is coming in 2022 to Walt Disney World.  The excitement for new rides, shows, and dining options is high, but that doesn’t mean we don’t still miss some of the experiences that went away in 2021. Here’s a quick look back at what went away in 2021 because we feel like we need to ...

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Tips to Beat the Holiday Crowds at Walt Disney World

We are thrilled to see the holidays at Walt Disney World, but with the holidays also comes the return of crowds. The 2021 holiday crowds seem to have arrived already at Walt Disney World, and we want to make sure that you are ready with some tips on how you can avoid them during your vacation. The holidays are a ...

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Which Disney Gift Would You Choose?

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As we head into the holiday week, we thought it would be fun to think about Disney gifts and which ones we would want under the tree. Take a look at some of our gift ideas and see which ones you would choose for yourself or your family on your next Walt Disney World vacation. Park Hopper One upgrade that ...

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