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We are a group of travel agents from our sister company, Smart Moms Travel, who love talking about Disney (and other destinations, too!)!  We’re dedicated to giving you the very best in travel information, with a focus on trip tips, hotel reviews, and planning strategies to help make your vacation magical.

We serve customers all over the world, and we are thrilled to share our Disney and travel passion with you, too!

When spooky season is upon, gather ‘round witches and prepare for the fog! Halloween Horror Nights has something for everyone! Halloween at Universal is dominated by Halloween Horror Nights (aka HHN). A stark contrast from the not-so-scary event at that other park, HHN is scary enough to come with the warning to “never go alone”…

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Hollywood Studios has become my family’s favorite park at Walt Disney World. We always spend multiple days of our trip returning for more and have learned how to structure our day to ensure we have the best day possible. Are you planning a trip to Hollywood Studios but don’t know where to start? Keep reading…

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The holiday season is here, and if you’re like me, you’re already feeling behind as you start trying to plan, purchase, and wrap the gifts for all of the people on your list. Not to mention the always emotional annual playroom purge to make way for the new toys coming in just a few weeks.…

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I know something you don’t know. Only other ‘Nado heads like myself understand. The porte-cochère of this incredible resort rivals that of other Disney deluxe resorts, and even puts some to shame. Walking into the lobby, the sounds of lively guests and Spanish guitar echo against the Moroccan incense lamps on the walls. Impressive white…

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I have visited the Orlando International Airport (MCO) multiple times per year, since bringing my kids to Disney World in the early 2000s. I’ve learned that it can be a bustling megalopolitan and can feel overwhelming when you’re traveling with your family. Navigating MCO is something I do with my eyes closed now, but it…

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The wands add a little extra magic when you’re at Universal Orlando! Entering the Wizarding World is like a dream come true, and the memories made there will most certainly last a lifetime. Inevitably, however, you will want to bring some of that magic back home with you. Of course! No problem….but wait…what about your…

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