Author Archives: sunshineandsanddollars

Universal- Stella Nova Resort – Universal Studios Orlando

I recently had the honor to preview one of the brand new Universal Studios Orlando Resorts – Stella Nova Resort.  Universal Stella Nova Resort is one of three new hotels opening and is adjacent to the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park, opening May 22, 2025. Here are all the details! 

Disney – Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2025

It’s the start of the 2025 Epcot Festival season at Walt Disney World, and the International Festival of the Arts never disappoints!!  Mark and I made a quick 36-hour trip to experience one of our favorite Disney festivals of the year, and here are all the details!

St Pete – The Neon Lunchbox

It’s been a while since I featured any local spots on the blog, and I wanted to try to tuck them in among our travel and Disney content again. As someone who recently started a small business, looking around and seeing where I can support other small businesses in my community has become essential. It’s no secret that St. Pete, FL, had a rough go with back-to-back devastating hurricanes in 2024, and now is the best time to get out and support them. 

Mark and I are 80’s and 90’s kids and have a massive place for nostalgia in our hearts (obviously- look at our Disney obsession), so when we came across The Neon Lunchbox and learned their inspiring story, we had to check it out! @theneonlunchbox

Disney – Gideon’s Bakehouse – January Cookie

As mentioned in my last blog post – we decided to make one of our goals for 2025 extra sweet! We thought it would be a fun and delicious goal for the new year to make a trip each month to try the unique cookie of the month at Gideon’s Bakehouse, treat ourselves to a day of Disney magic, and use it as a content creation field trip to bring you all more Disney content! 

Travel – Why You Should Hire a Travel Agent for Your Next Trip

Why Use A Travel Advisor? As we approach 2025, the relevance of travel agents remains strong. Supporting travel advisors (like me) fosters their small businesses through commission-based income, entrepreneurial growth, and personalized service. Agents provide expertise, save time, and offer exclusive deals, enhancing the travel experience significantly while benefiting local economies, making them invaluable in today’s travel landscape.

Universal- Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites

This past weekend, some friends and I went to Universal Studios – Island of Adventure, and I finally stayed at a Universal Studios Resort Hotel. It was a fantastic experience, and I want to tell you all about it!