Hurricane Ian is impacting Central Florida in a big way. Keep reading for the most recent updates to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and Orlando International Airport.
This is the most updated information as of 9:30 pm on 9/27/22. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you.
Walt Disney World
Statement "Given the latest projections for Hurricane Ian, Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 28 and Thursday, Sept. 29." Parks Walt Disney World will temporarily close all parks, water parks, and miniature golf on Wednesday, September 28th and Thursday, September 29th. Partially used multi-day theme park tickets with a usage window impacted by Hurricane Ian related park closure will automatically be extended to use the remaining entitlements through any date through September 30, 2023. Walt Disney World Resort Hotels For the safety of all guests and Cast Members, guests must check in to Disney Resort hotels by September 28th by 3 pm at the absolute latest. All customary cancellation fees will be waived for anyone rescheduling or canceling trips due to this. Guests will be asked to shelter in place at their resort for the duration of the storm. This includes any resort-to-resort transfers. Dining options for guests in on-site resorts will vary, and in some cases may be very limited. Where available, restaurants will accept walk-ups only. Characters will not be available in character dining locations on Wednesday and Thursday Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, Copper Creek Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will temporarily close Wednesday 9/28 through Friday 9/30 due to the weather. Disney is contacting guests with current and upcoming reservations. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyages departing 9/27 and 9/29 have been cancelled. Dining, Enchanting Extras, and Special Events Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom has been cancelled for Thursday 9/29. Cancellation policies are postponed until further notice for dining and other experiences like Savi’s Workshop, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and VIP Tours. Performances of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue have been cancelled for September 28-30. Guests with any pre-paid reservations will be automatically cancelled and refunded. Transportation Walt Disney World Transportation will stop operating Tuesday night after Disney Springs and the Walt Disney World theme parks close. Disney Springs & ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will be closed 9/28 and 9/29. Disney Springs will be closed on Wednesday 9/28. It is anticipated that Disney Springs will be also be closed on Thursday 9/29. Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil & Disney will be cancelled on 9/28 & 9/29. Please note that all reopening timelines are tentative, and subject to safety conditions. 
Universal Orlando Resort
Statement "Our theme parks, including CityWalk, will close on Wednesday, Sept. 28. We will remain closed Thursday and anticipate reopening on Friday, Sept. 30 as conditions permit." Hotels Hotels are currently at full capacity. They will remain operational as they focus on taking care of guests. Events Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida will be cancelled September 28 and 29. They anticipate reopening the event on Friday 9/30, conditions permitting. Please note that all reopening timelines are tentative, and subject to safety conditions.
Orlando International Airport
Statement "Flight operations have ceased due to Hurricane Ian. For specific flight information, please contact your airline." Flights Commercial operations at Orlando international Airport are on hold as of 10:30 a.m. on 9/28.
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Universal Orlando Resort has released an amazing deal on tickets!
Right now, Universal is offering a buy 2 days, get 2 days FREE promo ticket! This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. 
You can even upgrade to a 3-park ticket to include Volcano Bay for only $35!
This promo is only available through January 18, 2023. Tickets must be used by March 3, 2023. Certain black-out dates apply. Contact me today to take advantage of this great Universal Orlando offer!
Disney Cruise Line has released it's biggest promotion EVER!
Right now, third and fourth guests sail free with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom. (Yes, FREE!) This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. I only recommend products I would use myself. 
The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is extremely limited, and only available on select Disney Magic, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy sailings. Taxes, fees, and port expenses are not included and are due at final payment.
For more details, and for remaining eligible sailings, contact me! 
It's never too early to start thinking about the holidays...especially when it comes to this incredible Walt Disney World deal!
If you're a Disney+ subscriber, and you want to celebrate the holiday season at the Most Magical Place on Earth, I've got some great news! This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. I only recommend products I would, and do, use myself. 
Disney+ subscribers can save up to 20% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights December 11- 25, 2022!
The holiday season is filled with so much magic at Walt Disney World! Contact me for details regarding eligible dates and resorts.
Are you visiting Walt Disney World while you're expecting? You've come to the right place! (In case you missed it, I'm pregnant!)
I've rounded up the top 10 things that I did for a successful and healthy visit to Walt Disney World during pregnancy! This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. 
1) Talk To Your Doctor
I am not a medical professional. I am a travel advisor & travel blogger sharing my own experiences. Speak to your doctor. Before you travel to Walt Disney World, make sure that you’ve cleared this with your doctor. Explain your method of travel. (Flying, driving, etc.) Ask if you have any restrictions. Stock up on needed medications, make sure that you have your medical insurance information with you, and carefully heed your doctor’s advice. Personally, my doctor didn’t restrict anything, but she did tell me to get up and move once per hour on the plane, and to drink extra water before, during, and after my flights. Which brings me to Tip #2… 2) Hydrate! Like I mentioned, my doctor had me hydrating extra on my travel days. I’ve long been telling readers and clients to hydrate constantly in the parks. (My advice for all folks is to aim for one bottle of water per person, per hour.) In pregnancy, hydrate even more. Drink more water than you've ever drank before. (I always use a water bottle strap to save room in my park bag. I love this one!) One day, early in our trip, I thought that I was staying on top of the water game. I was not. I was hydrating in the same manner that I do on every trip, and I paid the price later that night with some pretty bad nausea. In retrospect, I didn’t hydrate nearly enough. After that, I doubled my water intake, and that problem didn’t arise again. 
3) Snack
Oh man, you’re going to have to snack? At Walt Disney World? Regularly, all day long? Bummer… 4) Rest I always advocate for the mid-day break back at your resort. If you’re heading back to your resort, take a nap or just lie down in the cool room. Swim. Just make sure you’re still hydrating! If you’re still in the parks, this brings me to Tip #5… 5) Find the A/C! There are spots to rest, even if you’re in the parks. Take in a show, just so that you can sit back and enjoy the a/c. Find an indoor bench and cool off for a bit. (My rainy day tips actually lists tons of areas where you could sit and cool off for a while!)
6) Pay Attention to Warnings
Read ride warnings carefully. Signs outside the rides will very clearly state that “expectant mothers should not ride.” That’s you! I know you want to ride your favorite rides. (I get it, trust me!) I know that Rise of the Resistance is the most amazing ride ever, and how rough is Test Track really? Play it safe, sit out on rides with warnings for pregnant mamas, and find a cool spot to wait for the rest of your party if they choose to ride. There are plenty of rides that you can still enjoy, and the ones you have to miss out on now will still be there after your little one arrives. 7) Wear the Right Shoes Wearing the correct gear can make all the difference. Let’s start with your footwear. Comfortable shoes matter on every Disney trip, but they matter even more now! I personally prefer these sandals and these tennis shoes for the parks. If you have a dressier evening planned, wear flats. Now isn’t the time for heels, especially after a long day in the parks!
8) Stay Somewhere Convenient
This means somewhere in walking distance, on the Monorail route, or along the Skyliner route. Like I mentioned above, the mid-day breaks are key, and having to wait for a bus (they don’t always run mid-day like you might think!) is the last thing you’ll feel like doing. Of course, you can always use a ride-share service or Minnie Van, but those cost money, and those costs can add up. Regardless of which Disney Resort you stay at, spring a few extra bucks for a “preferred” room. These are closest to transportation and/or food, and saving those extra steps is extra worth it when it comes to pregnancy exhaustion. I do NOT recommend staying off-site if you’re an expecting mama. Your travel time will more than double, and you’ll be missing out on tons of perks only reserved for on-site folks. Plus, once you factor in paying for parking, travel time, etc., you aren’t saving much money. In fact, most off-site folks end up spending more in the long run.
9) Listen to Your Body
Time to tap into that intuition! Your body will tell you what it needs. If it needs a rest, give it a break. If it needs water, hydrate! (And then hydrate even more, for good measure!) If your body is telling you you need another Mickey pretzel with extra cheese sauce (mine definitely did) then feed it! I will say that having a bit of protein really helped to eliminate my nausea, so if you can factor that into your meals/snacks, go for it! But if all you can stomach is carbs, that’s totally fine, too. Your priority is you and your baby, so keep both of you happy!! 10) Enjoy It! Soak up this time. If this is your first baby, this is a really special time to enjoy a magical trip with just you and your significant other. If you’ve got other little ones, soak up this time as a family before your next little one arrives. You won’t get this experience back again, so take tons of photos, eat all the snacks, and dream about your next trip once your little one arrives!
Well, the secret's out! My husband and I are expecting our first child, a BOY, in January!
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If you follow me on social media, you may have already seen this exciting news.
What I absolutely cannot wait to share are my travel tips for pregnant mamas, Disney-inspired baby items, and of course, travel must-haves for families with babies! I also have tons of tips for visiting Walt Disney World during your first trimester! (Surprise! I was pregnant on our most recent trip in May!) I’ve already paired up with a few amazing and very popular businesses that have allowed me to share discount codes, so keep your eyes peeled for those! Stay tuned for all of the details! 
You may have noticed that my social media handles have looked different over the last week or so. That's because I've made a really exciting change... I'm now booking travel with a new agency: Wave of a Wand Travel! While I've already reached out to currently booked clients, I'll share a few quick facts. 
Do you work from home, like me? Whether you permanently work from home, have a hybrid work schedule, or are just trying to refresh your home office, I've got you covered! Check out my must-haves.
I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. 
Let's start with my setup. I use a Chromebook, and found this Samsung Chromebook on a major Prime Day sale!
In meetings, I use a ring light to make sure my clients and team can see me clearly. This one plugs right into your computer via USB, and has a few different light settings, so I can always make sure I'm looking professional in those Zoom/Facetime meetings! Next up is a great document camera. I started using these long ago in my teaching days, but it also gives me another tool when I'm meeting with clients or sharing information in meetings. This one is a Prime Day special, and very similar to the one I use! If you know me, you know that I'm always hot. To keep cool, I love this desktop fan that plugs right into your USB port. I've been sharing a lot of items that plug right into USB, and you might be wondering how I have all of those working simultaneously! The answer is a USB extender. This plugs into a single USB in my computer, and has SEVEN different USB ports, so I can keep everything running smoothly. Let's talk organization! I love this acrylic desk organizer to keep everything in its place. (It actually makes me want to stay organized!) 2 items I use regularly are my favorite mechanical pencils and some pretty binder clips. Not everything fits onto my desk. To help organize overflow items, I rely on 2 things: my 3 Tier rolling cart and a great filing cabinet. Do you work from home, too? What are your favorite items?
A good trip starts with great packing! Take a peak at some of my favorites!
I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. 
The most important part of packing is the luggage, of course! You can't go wrong with this Disney American Tourister Luggage!
Looking for something without the Disney touch? This Samsonite luggage set is perfect! An organized bag sets yourself up for success! Grab this set of travel packing cubes. I always use a backpack as my carry-on when I fly. I can stick it below the seat ahead of me along with m purse, and don't have to worry about fighting over that precious overhead bin space. Plus, I can easily access anything I need from it during the flight. A backpack like this one is perfect and (bonus!) I love Under Armour gear. If there were an award for being an overpacker, I'd definitely win. To make sure your bag's still within the weight limits, grab this travel luggage scale. For more information about what to pack, head over to my post all about the best Amazon travel accessories. To learn what to pack in a park bag, find everything you need to know here.
All of the best Disney travel accessories from Prime Day are right here! Links are below!
I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. 
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