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May 21, 2016 By Nicky 11 Comments

Discover the Magic at Disney World

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Disney World holds a special place in my heart. It is a place where vivid storytelling and a little magic come together to create a world where your dreams really can come true. Discover 3 new ways to discover the magic at Disney World.

 

Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - On our recent trip to #DisneySmmc, we found new ways to enjoy the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth

 

Discover New Joys at Disney World

This past Mother’s Day weekend, I was invited to attend the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. Although we were just in Disney World this past December, I knew that this invite-only event was one I wouldn’t want to miss. I was right! Our family had an AMAZING time filled with magical moments and memories that we will have forever.

I am often asked why we return to Disney World so often. My response is one word “Magic”. There is magic around every corner. No matter how many times I visit, there is something new to discover, a new experience we haven’t done, and new memories we have yet to create with our kids. Let me share with you just a few of the things that brought out the magic of Disney on this last trip.

 

Disney Fireworks - Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - On our recent trip to #DisneySmmc, we found new ways to enjoy the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth

Magical Explosions = Fireworks

Let’s face it, NO ONE does fireworks quite like Disney World. 

From the Wishes Fireworks at Magic Kingdom to the Star Wars Fireworks Spectacular at Hollywood Studios, fireworks displays at Disney are phenomenal! There hasn’t been a trip Disney World yet, where we didn’t see at least one fireworks display. This year,  we got to experience a very special show, Donald’s Beach Bash at Typhoon Lagoon, as part of the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration.

 

Donald's Beach Bash at Typhoon Lagoon at part of the #DisneySMMC - Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - On our recent trip to Disney World, we found new ways to enjoy the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth

 

After a delicious meal and beach party, all party attendees and guests were given “Special Mickey Glasses” to view the fireworks with.

These prism glasses, exclusive to event attendees, refracted the light creating Mickey Mouse shapes everywhere. When you looked at the fireworks, they would explode into a spray of multi-colored Mickey Mouse shapes. But don’t take my word for it, see for yourself.

 

Donald's Beach Bash at Typhoon Lagoon at part of the #DisneySMMC - Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - On our recent trip to Disney World, we found new ways to enjoy the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth

 

Here’s a video of the whole fireworks display. (You can see the Special Magic Glasses in use later in the video)

It was so fun to sit on the beach, eat a Mickey Ice Cream Bar, and watch fireworks with my boys. It’s something that I will never forget.

 

run Disney - Discovering magic at Disney World - if you get the chance to do a family fun run at Disney, do it. The memories you create are magical

A Family That Runs Together, Stays Together

When I turned forty last year, I said that I wanted to run in a RunDisney race. My preference was the Food and Wine Half Marathon, but life kind of got in the way and that didn’t happen. Luckily for us, Alamo Rent A Car hosted a family fun run around the World Showcase in EPCOT.

Bright and early, we rose before the sun and lined up for a fun run, well more of a walk, through the different countries in EPCOT. The Disney themed topiaries for the Flower and Garden Festival were lit up along the route and we got to see the sun rise over the iconic EPCOT sphere, Spaceship Earth. This was definitely magical, a once in lifetime kind of a thing.

 

Sun rising over EPCOT's Spaceship Earth - Discovering magic at Disney World - if you get the chance to do a family fun run at Disney, do it. The memories you create are magical

 

Along the way we snapped plenty of pictures, playing the theme song from Rocky, and made new friends. It makes me want to train again and try for one of the fun themed RunDisney races sometime soon.

Bringing Memories to Life

All around the park, Disney PhotoPass photographers are available to snap pictures of you and your family. Since I’m usually the one behind the camera, it’s nice to be in the pictures again. So we get as many pictures in as we can.

 

Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - There is always something new to discover at Disney World. New families memories are just waiting to be made. #DisneySMMC

 

This trip, the Disney Memory Maker was included as part of our Disney Social Media Moms Celebration goodies. Disney Memory Maker allows us to collect and download all our PhotoPass photos, attractions photos and videos, magic shots, and dining photos. We have used this years ago and enjoyed how it was a cost effective way to get all of your PhotoPass pictures. I LOVE the new program with all the upgraded features, especially the attraction videos. Take a look!

 

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My boys are front row, just to the left of center. I haven’t ridden Tower of Terror, but my boys have MANY, MANY times. This was the first time I got to see their reaction as they began to drop in the elevator. PRICELESS!

The Memory Maker offers video clips like the one above and special additions to photos. Depending on the park you’re in and your location, you may get a little extra something in your photos. Below, we received a little pixie dust in your photo courtesy of Tinkerbell.

 

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And a little visit from our conscience, Jimmeny Cricket in EPCOT.

 

Magical Photos at Disney World with the help of Disney's Memory Maker and Photo Pass - Jimmeny Cricket at EPCOT

 

For our family and friends that weren’t with us, I was able to download our Photo Pass images to my phone. Then I could email them or share on social media. For our daughter who wasn’t with us, it was a fun way to stay connected with her and let her share in the magic.

 

Discovering the Magic at Walt Disney World - There is always something new to discover at Disney World. New families memories are just waiting to be made. #DisneySMMC

A huge “Thank You” to the Disney Parks Public Relations Team for inviting our family to the 2016 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. The experience was filled with magical moments and memories we will carry with us forever. There truly is no place more magical than Disney.

Watch for more articles, tips, and videos from our Disney World trip in upcoming weeks. They can help you create magical experiences for you and your family too!

 

My family and I were invited to attend Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. I paid a fee to participate and received reduced lodging rates. All magical experiences are our own.

Filed Under: Disney Tagged With: Disney, Disney World, family fun

About Nicky

Nicky Omohundro is a travel and active family lifestyle blogger and social media influencer based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She shares stories, destinations, and ideas on food, family, health, and outdoor recreation to help families find their own adventures. Her spirit animal is a caffeinated squirrel fueled by coffee, real food, and the desire to seek new adventures.

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Comments

  1. Desirae says

    May 24, 2016 at 2:28 am

    I have never been, but I really want to take our kids to the one in Paris (we are located in Europe) one day. Maybe next summer.

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      May 25, 2016 at 11:44 am

      I haven’t been to Disneyland Paris, but if it is anything like the ones in the states, you will love it. There is just something magical about Disney. If you get the chance, I’d love to hear all about your trip.

      Reply
  2. Deanna says

    May 24, 2016 at 7:06 am

    No matter what they do, Disney does it best! Always a fun time!

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      May 25, 2016 at 11:45 am

      Most Definitely! We love everything about Disney. I’m already making plans to go back in October for a conference.

      Reply
  3. Sheila says

    May 24, 2016 at 7:25 am

    The magic of Disney is a must see!

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      May 25, 2016 at 11:45 am

      Thanks Sheila.

      Reply
  4. Stephanie says

    May 25, 2016 at 8:00 am

    I really do feel like Disney is really is the happiest place on earth. What fun experiences and memories that your kids will have forever.

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      May 25, 2016 at 11:47 am

      Over the years, it’s been really great to see them grow and experience the parks in new ways. We have been going for the past 8 years and it’s always a different experience.

      Reply
  5. Kristi says

    May 26, 2016 at 12:06 am

    Wow!!! That looks like so much fun. I had no idea that there were so many magical extras!

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      May 28, 2016 at 9:40 am

      Oh there are Kristi! These are just a few new ones to us and this was my 12th trip. Every time we go, there is something new to enjoy and experience.

      Reply
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