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Walt Disney World is officially 50 years old!
I was fortunate enough to be in Magic Kingdom on its actual 50th anniversary. While it was magical and emotional, it was also crowded. Read along to find out how I skipped all of those crazy lines and what I did instead! 
The Crowds
I've been planning this trip for a long time. I predicted that the crowd situation would likely look intense, and I was right. However, what I wasn't prepared for were where the crowds actually were. I personally prefer my "merch" in the forms of things I can use in my daily life. (Water bottles, coffee mugs, hoodies, etc.) After over 20 personal trips over the last 31 years, I've learned what I use the most. Anyway, I never got super into things like popcorn buckets, pins (I do have a few), or other items that I otherwise can't use in my daily life. If you saw the INTENSE lines on the news, TikTok, IG, etc., those were lines for merchandise and popcorn buckets. No joke. As of 8:15 a.m., the Emporium and Main Street Confectionary were literally full for the day and were not accepting anyone else into their virtual spots. With those people in lines for merch, as well as people who didn't mobile order food in advance (more on that soon), lines for rides were crazy short all day. While most people were extremely polite, I sadly saw some very ugly behavior on October 1st, too. Literally fighting over merchandise, folks screaming at Cast Members, complaining about having to wait for food, you name it. Please, no matter where or when you're traveling, remember to BE KIND.
What I Ate
I pre-ordered our breakfast, dinner, and snacks at 5:30 a.m. (We had table service lunch reservations.) While that may sound extreme, I mentally thanked myself for that all day long. I was also sure to hydrate constantly, and carried snacks in my park bag, just in case! (If you're wondering what's in my park bags, get my packing list here!) Breakfast - Fresh fruit waffle sandwich and French Vanilla Iced Coffee (Sleepy Hollow) Lunch - All-You-Care-to-Enjoy platter and 2 adult beverages (Liberty Tree Tavern) Snack - Pineapple Dole Whip cup (Aloha Isle) Dinner - 1971 Meal (Casey's Corner) One of the highlights of my day was seeing absolute legend Randy Morris play at Casey's Corner! Randy started as a pianist at Casey's Corner (then called Coke Corner) back at the park opening in 1971. He's since retired, but returned on the 50th to play again! It was incredible, and I'm getting emotional just typing about it!
What I Did
While these aren't the order we rode them in, we experienced:​
Disney Enchantment
I was at Magic Kingdom on September 29th for the last-ever Happily Ever After, and I thought that surely nothing could top that show. This one absolutely did. Stunning. Absolutely stunning. This show made my jaw drop, gave me goosebumps, and made me laugh, cry, and sing along. The theme song, "You Are The Magic", is one of the best, most magical pieces written for a Disney attraction ever. This show is a must, MUST see. I was so glad to get up close to the Castle (we were in front of the hub grass) for the premiere, but next time I definitely want to watch from Main Street USA. ​Did you know that there are projections along Main Street during this show?? Depending on where you watch, you'll have a completely different experience!
Overall Impressions
This was a once-in-a-lifetime event, and I'm so incredibly thrilled that I was there to experience it. The heat, the crowds, the exhaustion...they were all well worth it. The World's Most Magical Celebration lasts for 18 months, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to experience everything that the 50th Anniversary has in store, including cavalcades, nighttime spectaculars, shows, and merchandise (did I mention that the infamous Starbucks cup that people were punching each other over is already back in stock???? LOL!!) There is tons of fun, excitement, and magic to be had. If your trip isn't on the books yet, contact me to get started or schedule a complimentary vacation consultation to get more information! 
What I Wore
I opted not to do a DisneyBound for the 50th, and instead relied on a few of my tried and true favorites. I wore a pink version of my favorite FunkyMonkey park sandals, a pink "bunny ear" scrunchie at the bottom of my Dutch braid, rose gold Mickey earrings, (mine were "Hey June" brand and a gift from a friend, but I've linked something similar), and my favorite Disney Parks Attractions Loungefly mini-backpack. You can find each of these right on Amazon and can shop them from these links or from the photos below! I'm always looking for ways to keep folks in the loop with all-things travel. In my newsletter, I frequently share links to great travel finds on Amazon. Below are the Top 10 most-purchased items by my readers this week. To sign up for my newsletter full of travel tips, news, and pixie dust, enter your email address at the bottom of this page! This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you.  #1 - Personal Neck Fan https://amzn.to/3BQV6MZ #2 - Adidas Fanny Pack https://amzn.to/3hPS180 #3 - Stroller Fan https://amzn.to/36IhrOu #4 - Water Bottle Carrier with Adjustable Strap https://amzn.to/3x0xsdr #5 - FUNKYMONKEY Sandals https://amzn.to/3zjSLIt #6 - Kids Travel Tray https://amzn.to/2UXzddK #7 - AirPods & Case https://amzn.to/3l8aHBY #8 - Waterproof Kindle Paperwhite https://amzn.to/3BmQbTw #9 - Disney Carry-On Luggage https://amzn.to/2UW26r6 #10 - Headrest Hooks https://amzn.to/3BmPdGS I'm always looking for ways to keep you in the loop with all-things travel! I'm beginning a weekly series that will share what your most-purchased travel items were from the last week. Below are the Top 10 travel items that you purchased from Amazon from July 5-12! This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission at no cost to you.  #1 - Portable Neck Fan amzn.to/3xEzKA2 #2 - FunkyMonkey Women's Sandals https://amzn.to/3ARaMiK #3 - 6 ft. Charging Cords https://amzn.to/3wyoWBZ #4 - Dual Port USB Charger https://amzn.to/2T9AhuK #5 - Water Bottle Carrier with Adjustable Strap https://amzn.to/3ASErbp #6 - Adidas Fanny Pack https://amzn.to/3wEIVyW #7 - AirPods with Charging Case https://amzn.to/3r4x2B4 #8 - Battery Operated Stroller Fan https://amzn.to/3xBDdiI #9 - Stroller Cup Holder https://amzn.to/3xCGRbY #10 - Portable Sound Machine https://amzn.to/3xCGRbY Remember, my clients all get a complimentary, comprehensive packing checklist before they travel. To get my complimentary park bag checklist, click here. To become one of my concierge clients, contact me! |
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