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Make Your Magic Band Even MORE Magical

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Featured Etsy Shop: Shop EmilyG

Magic Bands are a Walt Disney World staple. They do EVERYTHING for your vacation – get you into the parks, unlock your hotel room, pay for your meals, pay for your merchandise…the list goes on and on.

You need it on your wrist at all times during your WDW vacation, so why not spice it up a bit and put your own Disney touch on it?! That’s where Shop EmilyG comes in. She has created fun, affordable decor for your Magic Band: decals that cover the entire band.

There are so many awesome patterns to choose from – everything from the monorail to Cinderella castle to holiday patterns to Star Wars to your favorite Disney movie characters! Some of them even glow in the dark, which is awesome for a night at the parks. They’re so easy to apply to your band and stay on securely the entire trip (in the rain and all, in our case!).

We got a ton of compliments from cast members and guests during our weekend. These bands are super cute, and a fraction of the cost from the ones sold at Disney Parks.

Check out Emily’s shop on Etsy and grab your decals before your next WDW vacation!

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Disney Must Do: Matching Shirts

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Featured Etsy Shop: The Mouse Boutique

It’s okay to wear matching shirts in Walt Disney World. Actually, it’s highly encouraged!

For those of you who have been to WDW, you’ve probably noticed the startling amount of families and groups wearing matching shirts around the parks and resorts (some families even start on the plane ride to Orlando). It seems that every year we go there are more and more people that wear them, and they get more clever too!

Mary’s Magical 21st Birthday shirts

My family has worn matching shirts for years, but our shirt selection has evolved. Initially, we started by making custom t-shirts for celebrations (“Mary’s Sweet 16,” “Mary’s 21st,” etc. – her birthday is in August when we always go to WDW, so she’s had a lot of birthdays there!). Then, we moved into purchasing actual Disney shirts, and we would all get the same one (Disney usually offers men/women versions of the same shirt).

Now, we’ve stepped up our game. Ben and I went to our very first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and had the cutest shirts ever from The Mouse Boutique (see the pic above). This Etsy shop has TONS of character and seasonal options, and one is just better than the next.

They have everything from Star Wars to Frozen to the Lion King to Epcot Drinks Around the World to the Hitchhiking Ghosts to the Disney Cruise Line. They have shirts for every size group for every type of event, and they’ll customize them just for you! The shop owner, Michele, is wonderful to work with and is always coming up with new, clever ideas.

If you haven’t been to WDW and are planning a trip there, this is a Disney Must Do. It’s a fun way to get your family excited for your magical vacation and even more fun to wear them in the parks. And as a bonus, it helps keep track of everyone in your group in the crowds!

Check out The Mouse Boutique on Etsy

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Planning Tips

5 Things You Need to Pack for Walt Disney World

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The only thing I love as much a planning vacation itineraries is packing for vacation.

Packing for Walt Disney World is (almost) better than Christmas, and something I like to start too far in advance. For those of you who don’t enjoy packing as much as me, below is my quick list of the 5 Things You Need to Pack for WDW.

5. Matching shirts: Acceptable and highly encouraged at WDW. This is the time to be “that family” – and trust us, you won’t be the only ones! Check out The Mouse Boutique on Etsy for adorable options for the whole gang.

4. Comfy shoes: Your feet (and family) will thank you. Comfy can be cute, too, so check out these magical options from Bibbidi Bobbidi Bling!

3. Extra layers: Whether it’s layers for the rain or cold, it’s good to be prepared when you’re at the parks. For the rain, we like to buy disposable ponchos in advance of the trip. Those summer storms come on quickly but blow through in no time! For the cold, a jacket or sweatshirt is a must-have at all times (even in the summer the restaurants are chilly!). This super cute crew-neck Disney “Home” sweatshirt from Polka Dot Pixie Shop is the perfect thing to have at the parks.

2. Bag for the parks: Whether it’s a backpack or sling purse, your bag will get inspected at security before entering the parks. You can bring any size bag (backpack or smaller) onto any ride or attraction, but keep in mind you’re going to be lugging it around with you all day. One great option is fanny packs – they’re back in style! See my review on Little Treasure Packs and take a look at their LTP&Co Etsy shop for cute patterns for boys and girls. Highly recommend these for the parks – being hands free is a game changer.

1. Magic Bands: This little guy is your key to everything at WDW – it starts when you board the Magical Express, as you’ll need to scan it before you get on. Create a custom look for your band with the awesome skins and decals from Shop EmilyG on Etsy.

Honorary Mention: Your favorite pair of Mickey or Minnie Ears. There are tons of shops on Etsy to purchase custom made ears, or you can wait until you’re in the parks to snag a pair!

Make sure your suitcase is topped off with a cute Disney luggage tag, and you’re ready to go!

As for unpacking, that’s a different story…