Crush on the Magic

A blog by Blair Crush, Wicked Mouse Travel

Author: Crush on the Magic

  • Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is an opening day (10/1/1971) Resort to Walt Disney World. The resort recently underwent it’s most recent refurbishment and is also expanding to include a new Island Tower, with rooms accommodating 2-8 people, which is be opening in late (December) 2024. The main Polynesian Village is comprised of standard hotel rooms,…

  • Walt Disney World Dining Plans are back! This much beloved product of Walt Disney World Travel packages has returned for the first time since Pre-Covid. The plans have been simplified down to two plans and have also tighten the rules on use of the dining entitlements (aka credits). Thus, even for long time Walt Disney…

  • Long overdue post but we had a packed summer of fun! Here are a few highlights from our summer: While I could spend countless posts recapping our summer adventures, I am going to focus this article on Universal and Kennedy Space Center. These destinations are rarely mentioned on my site but are highly recommended for…

  • I recently returned from a 7 night Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Disney Dream. This was the first time the Dream had ever made the southern voyage. This sailing was prior to the Dream’s transition to Disney’s new permanent terminal in Fort Lauderdale. The Disney Dream kicked off sailings from Disney’s second permanent cruise terminal…

  • The internet is full with tips and hacks to save for vacations. One of the simplest ways to save for a Disney vacation is by purchasing gift cards. Disney gift cards can help you pay for your vacation before and during your trip! There are definitely pros and cons to this method so it’s important…

  • There are several room offers available for select dates, resorts and room categories for travel through September 28, 2023. If you have a Disney Visa, a Florida Resident or an Annual Passholder, additional room offers may be available to you. Additionally, there are discounted ticket offers for guests looking to experience each theme park this…

  • Walt Disney World resort recently dropped several announcements, including the return of the Disney Dining Plan and the date of release 2024 packages. With so much news happening in such a short period of time, let’s dive in and tackle these updates piece by piece. No more Park Reservations for date based ticket beginning January…

  • Disney’s Pop Century and Disney’s Art of Animation resorts are well appointed, cute, convenient and affordable places to stay as part of your Walt Disney World vacation. Like with anywhere you vacation, there are aspects of your stay that if you prepare and do advanced research, you will have an even more enjoyable experience. This…

  • Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation are arguably the best Value category resorts at Walt Disney World Resort. Their proximity to the parks and the fact that it is located along the Disney Skyliner System, make these resorts convenient and just a steps from a plethora entertainment and dining options. The resorts…

  • Did you know Crush on the Magic also has a YouTube channel where I share my shorts and videos about the destinations? I recently share a few quick tours of the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa as well as the updated resort rooms. The entire resort is under going a refurbishment. The…