Murphy and the Mouse

Happy 2018 Everyone!! Starting the new year off with a BANG and updated my blog and Facebook names - now I am using Murphy and the Mouse.  Get it?  Play on words with my last name :-) There are several fantastic specials out there right now to help save some $$ when booking your 2018 vacations!  I wanted to capture them all here for your viewing convenience.  You're welcome. WDW 1) Soak up some sun & fun with these spring offers, saving you up to 20% at select Disney resort hotels: Book through March 7, 2018 for stays most nights Feb. 18-April 14, 2018. Book through April 7, 2018 for stays most nights April 15-June 10, 2018. 2) As part of the sun & fun savings above, when you book as a package with a minimum 5-day theme park ticket with the Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus, you get one more day added to the ticket, FREE!!  6 days for the price of 5?!  yes PLEASE! 3) Several spring offers for FL residents and AP holders too! 4) Summe...

People often ask me how we stay under budget when we travel to our Disney destination and how we get to go so often.  We go on vacation once a year, so it is really not THAT often, but I know it is more than some people are able to do.  I wanted to share some of my tips for you in this post, so that you can look for some creative ways to save money on your next Disney vacation (and maybe splurge on that character dining or extra magical experience!)   1) Prepare a budget up front.  YOU know what your family can afford.  YOU know what you want to spend.  No matter what your budget is, I can plan an awesome trip for you and your family/group!  There are really many options at all of the destinations and by booking as far out in advance as possible allows you more time to save up for your vacation! 2) Buy discounted Disney gift cards!  The best place that I have found is Target.  If you have a Target red credit or debit card, you can get ...

Why utilize a travel agent to plan YOUR next Disney destinations vacation?! It's simple, really. My services are FREE! I am paid commission directly from Disney or Universal. Knowledge - I stay up-to-date on all Disney vacation destinations. I can save you $$$ - I watch for new promotions and apply them to your vacation package as soon as they are available. Stress relief! - Vacations should be fun, not overwhelming! Let me set up your dining, fast passes, or shore excursions! Time Saver - you can be involved as little or as much in your vacation planning as your prefer!  Individualized Service - I will treat you like a VIP! This trip is all about YOU and your family's wants and needs and I will work with you to ensure that you have your dream vacation! We provide your one-of-a-kind unique trip itinerary, coupon booklet, and other travel documents, so you will feel prepared and excited to go on your trip! I am available before, during, and after your vacation for an...

Hey everyone!! I have recently decided to take my love for the Mouse to the next level and become a Disney vacation specialist! What does this mean? It means that I can help you book that Disney vacation that you have always dreamed of but are either too busy to do so or just don't know where to start! Contact me today if you want to chat or are ready to book ;) I would love to have the opportunity to assist in all of your travel planning needs.  I can be reached at cristie.murphy@magical-vacations.com. My family and I will be traveling to Disneyland at the end of August and I cannot wait to share our magical vacation with you all! I plan to share fun tips, tricks, and what we learn along the way. Stay tuned and have a magical day! Photo Credit:  Courtesy of Disneyland