111: Behind the Magic with Guest Creator Melissa from Happy Haunts Plan Magic

Send us Fan MailMelissa from Happy Haunts Plan Magic on Instagram is joining me today, and you are going to love this conversation. She is the owner of Foolish Mortal Planning Co. and a travel expert who has helped hundreds of families plan intentional and magical Disney vacations. Recently, she had the incredible opportunity to be one of the very first people in the world to step onto the Disney Destiny. Through her partnership with the travel agency A Mouse in the Beach, she was invited on the very first preview sailing of Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship.This was a three night preview designed to give travel professionals access to as much of the ship as possible. Melissa was able to see dining spaces, entertainment areas, lounges, staterooms, kids clubs, and the brand new themes that make the Disney Destiny stand out from the rest of the fleet. The ship celebrates heroic and villainous storytelling, blending classic characters with bold, dramatic design. From themed spaces inspired by Disney stories like Hercules and Guardians of the Galaxy to new entertainment offerings and elevated dining, the Destiny brings a fresh twist to the magic Disney Cruise Line is known for.On today’s episode, Melissa shares her first impressions, what surprised her, what families should expect, and what she believes will make the Disney Destiny an instant favorite. She breaks down the feel of the ship, the atmosphere on board during the preview sailing, and the spaces she thinks guests will fall in love with. She also talks about how preview sailings work, what it is like to explore a brand new Disney ship before the public, and the small details she noticed that will matter for families, couples, multigenerational trips, and first time cruisers.If you are considering a Disney Cruise or you are specifically looking at the Disney Destiny for a future vacation, this episode will give you a thoughtful, exciting, and helpful look at what this new ship has to offer.Support the showHey Welcome to Well Hello Magic!Well Hell Magic Website Instagram YouTube  Pinterest Amazon Shop LTK ShopReady to Plan your Disney Vacation?Free Planning GuideJoin The Newsletter