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Trip Report: A Wild Time in Animal Kingdom and Plan Changes

November 10, 2019 nikki

Day 2 of our trip was a hot one. It was a rainy one. It was a day of switching a lot of our plans.

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Disney Dining Plan Debate

June 26, 2019 nikki

Every trip is a back and forth to whether or not we will get the Disney Dining Plan (DDP)– except the upcoming one, but that’s

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More About Memory Maker

May 13, 2019 nikki

I mentioned many times throughout this blog my love for Disney’s Memory Maker and PhotoPass service. I even wrote a post early in the life

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Resort Report: Caribbean Beach Resort

March 21, 2019 nikki

We were checked into Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort for just over 24 hours and admittedly did not spend a significant amount of time at the

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Trip Report: New Experiences at Animal Kingdom

March 6, 2019 nikki

I’m sad to report that we really neglected Animal Kingdom on this trip. On the eighth day of our trip we were making our second

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Trip Report: Extra Magic Minutes at Magic Kingdom

February 27, 2019 nikki

The best plans don’t always work out. Morning Extra Magic Hours are my favorite, especially at Magic Kingdom. After our doubling our fireworks viewing the

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Celebrating One Year of nikkismickeytrips!

February 18, 2019 nikki

One year ago today at 7:42PM I was filled with nervous excitement as I hit the “publish” button on my computer for my very first

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Trip Report: Around the World at Food & Wine

February 8, 2019 nikki

The second half of our trip started with a beautiful early morning walk around Crescent Lake to the Boardwalk to eat breakfast at Trattoria al

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Trip Report: A Mid-Trip Break

January 2, 2019 nikki

This is the first time on any of our trips that we had real downtime built into our plans. It was actually rather strange. There

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A Hundred Thousand Things To See

December 30, 2018 nikki

My favorite gift we gave the kids this Christmas was a map. Peanut was pretty excited about it but Diva didn’t really understand. Her brother

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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

December 17, 2018 nikki

There were two major highlights planned for our October 2018 trip. The first was celebrating Diva’s birthday park hopping and the second was Mickey’s Not

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Trip Report: A Leisurely Day at Epcot

December 4, 2018 nikki

There was no rushing for us on Day 4 of our trip. We had a big day on Monday celebrating Diva’s birthday and planned to

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The Short Story

November 6, 2018 nikki

We spent nine days at Walt Disney World and I have a lot to say about it, but I’ll start with the short version before

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We’re Going to Walt Disney World!

October 20, 2018 nikki

Our bags are packed and today is finally the day we leave for Walt Disney World! The kids are watching airplanes to pass their time

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The Park Bag

October 17, 2018 nikki

Sure, you could walk into the parks with your wallet, phone, and nothing else but there are several items that make it easier to make

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The Ohio Zoo Tour

October 7, 2018 nikki

Let me interrupt my regularly scheduled Disney blogging for a fun trip around the zoos of Ohio (and one in Pennsylvania). Our summer plans included

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Stuffing the Suitcases

September 10, 2018 nikki

It’s never too early to start packing. Or at least start planning to pack. Our summer travels have ended. Instead of putting the suitcases away

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How Disney Changed My Child

August 16, 2018 nikki

I was an extremely shy, quiet, in reserve child. Even up until college my shyness followed me around and it still does today. But one

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The Path to Disney

August 2, 2018 nikki

I’ve had some questions come out about our travel plans. In the last post I mentioned that we’re driving two hours even though we have

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The Hollywood Tower Hotel is not so terrifying when it's transformed into piles of presents, a beautiful snow covered mansion, and gingerbread house. Seeing the transformations put a big smile on my face each time. Seriously, nothing is cuter than the Hollywood Toy Hotel! Oh, and there was snow! ❄🥰🎁 I feel like this is the must see at Hollywood Studios! The kids loved it. What about you? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. A park hopping and party time blog coming soon! ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #TowerofTerror #TowerofTerrorTuesday #sunsetseasonsgreetings #christmasatdisney #disneychristmas #GingerbreadHouse #hollywoodtoyhotel #hollywoodtoyhotel
Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year! Christmas on Main Street was even better than I could have imagined and I didn't want to leave. This picture was taken at the end of the surprise Thanksgiving trip and the kids didn't want to leave either. Following this picture they both cried as we continued down Main Street to leave the park so we could make it to our room, then to the airport. My Monday Mood today isn't the most cheery. Today is a a different back to reality for me. My usually super productive after-Thanksgiving vacation week has ended. While our Disney trip was amazing it was too short (always is), my Christmas tree is only mostly decorated, there are zero presents wrapped under the tree and only 3 purchased (5 if it doesn't snow before Christmas and I can save the boots for then), and only only baked one batch of cookies. I do realize Christmas isn't about presents, but I normally love finding the perfect special gifts for friends and family. Giving makes the holiday special. It has been a rough year and my mom's birthday is in less than two weeks. I'm certain missing her is impacting my motivation. While I'm still enjoying listening to every Christmas song, watching every movie, and looking at lights and trees there is something not right this Christmastime. If you made it through, thank you for letting this be "air out" my feelings. I truly do wish everyone the best week and holiday season! On a brighter note, I can smell my husband making bacon upstairs so I think that's my back to work breakfast. Haha. Share with me some fun highlights from your weekend to make me smile! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #MondayMood #missmymom #clevelandmom #christmasatdisney #disneychristmas #christmastime #magickingdomtrainstation #MagicKingdomMonday
Epcot used to be at the bottom of our list of places to go but in October 2018 we spent a lot of time there exploring a little more. Now the last two trips the kids have asked to go and even changed some of our plans to head there instead of somewhere else! I hope everyone has had a beautiful weekend so far! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #SpaceshipEarth #SpaceshipEarthSunday #thedisneymoms #clevelandmom
The Christmas Tree Trail was the best part of Disney Springs. 2 out of 3 of us really enjoyed the different themed trees but we made sure our little sleepy head got a picture with some of the ones she would have loved. Personally, Cinderella's tree was among my personal favorite and my little Peanut loved the Lion King and Aladdin trees. If you've seen it or some of the pictures which tree(s) is (are) your favorite? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #toystoryland #SlinkyDogDash #christmasatdisney #disneysprings #christmastreetrail #trailoftrees #cinderella
It's already been a week since we went on a surprise whirlwind Thanksgiving weekend trip! Our first ride was SLINKY Dog Dash because I snagged a FP+ while driving from the airport. The kids decided it was the best first ride ever and was a super fun way to start our fun filled weekend! It was a change in our plans from starting at Magic Kingdom like we usually do. Do you have a "usual" plan for your visits? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #toystoryland #SlinkyDogDash #christmasatdisney #fastpass #thedisneymoms #tbt #throwbackthursday #themeparkthursday
I was able to ride the Skyliner in mid-November when I was in for the #rttroyalretreat2019 and my family was very jealous. So on Thanksgiving it was among the few few things we did. The kids were so excited and loved it!! Even in a wrapped gondola the view approaching Epcot is still beautiful! I will admit the quick approach coming into to the station makes me nervous but I still love the ride. This is definitely my favorite mode of Disney transportation. Do you love it? Still waiting to ride? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #DisneySkyliner #disneytransportation
On Thanksgiving morning at 4am I woke these two up with a surprise that we were leaving for Walt Disney World!! We are back home now but packed tons of fun and memories into our 4 day trip! It was perfect, even though there was one meltdown that turned into a super magical moment. (I told my daughter that crying will not always get her way though!) We checked out the Christmas decorations at each park, a few resorts, and Disney Springs, spent time with friends, surprised their cousins at Magic Kingdom, and ate lots of ice cream!! It was way too short and we are all missing Main Street today. I hope you had an amazing holiday weekend with your family and friends. Now, to use the rest of my vacation to get my Christmas decorations set up!! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #christmasatdisney #MainStreetUSA #disneysurprise
We are on a mission this morning! Lots of fun before our flight this afternoon! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #christmasatdisney
I know tomorrow is Thanksgiving but I could live in a world of Christmas forever! Especially at Walt Disney World. A few weeks ago was the first time I had the opportunity to see much (but not all) of the Christmas decorations and it was unbelievable! I can only imagine how beautiful Epcot will be and am loving pictures of the trees added to several resorts. I normally wait until after Thanksgiving to set up our tree but I'm considering doing it today! Is yours up? I hope everyone has an amazing Thanksgiving! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog. Target gift card giveaway ends TOMORROW! Sign up now! ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #echolake #christmasatdisney #thanksgiving
It's only Tuesday but it's been a crazy week. I was up early today to do travel work before my day job started then it was go, go, go the rest of the day. I'm on vacation after tomorrow so trying to get everything finished before I'm away from my desk. To break up the craziness we decided to get out to see Frozen 2 tonight! ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog and Target gift card giveaway. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #frozen2 #elsa #anna
One of the highlights of my most recent trip was watching One Jolley Trolley! I was surprised to see them out on Main Street USA prior to park opening AND they were singing Christmas songs!! 🥰 As if the day was off to a good start just being in Magic Kingdom it just put me in the best mood! I hope this video gets your Monday off to a great start! It's a short work and school week before the holiday and my vacation time officially starts at 4:30pm on Wednesday. Are you working this week? Traveling? Or just prepping for the holidays? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog and Target gift card giveaway. ~☆☆☆☆~ #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #MainStreetUSA #magickingdomtrolley #christmasatdisney #itsbeginningtolookalotlikechristmas
Let it go! Let it go! Ok, so there is going to be a new song but this one will forever be associated with Queen Elsa. Happy Friday! While the new movie comes out today I'm not certain we're going to make it to theaters to see it this weekend. When do you plan to catch the movie? Any other good plans for the weekend? ~☆☆☆☆~ Link in my bio to Animal Kingdom/Epcot day blog and Target gift card giveaway. ~☆☆☆☆~ Stories from last week's trip are in the highlights on my business account: @nikki_royal_treatment_travel #WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyBlog #disneyfamily #disneyblogger #disneymom #familytravel #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #DisneyWorld #wdw #disneygram #disneytravel #disneyvacation #magickingdom #epcot #hollywoodstudios #disneyfriends #disneyanimalkingsom #newblogpost #frozen #elsa #frozen2 #letitgo

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