Summer’s Dream Filled with Splash Zones, Parades, and Ice Cream Smiles
Seven-year-old Summer’s Dream trip to Orlando was packed with laughter, adventure, and the kind of moments families remember forever. From theme parks to Give Kids the World Village, each day brought something new to discover and enjoy together.
One of the most magical highlights came at Magic Kingdom during the nighttime Starlight parade. Standing right up front, Summer watched the lights, music, and characters pass by in a glowing celebration. When asked about her favorite moment of her Dream, she didn’t hesitate. It was “The whole thing,” Summer herself said.
At SeaWorld, the family leaned all the way into the fun, choosing seats in the splash zone. Summer, her cousin, and aunt were completely soaked, and they loved every second of it. Seeing the orcas and dolphins up close made it even more special, and one final splash left everyone laughing and dripping wet together.
Throughout the trip, Summer found a very clear favorite treat. The ice cream at Give Kids the World Village quickly became a daily tradition. In fact, it was “EVERYDAY sometimes twice a day,” noted Grandma. The ice cream shop, open late into the evening, became a favorite place to visit.
Give Kids the World Village added an extra layer of comfort and care that the family will never forget. Their villa was “spotless, and the staff and volunteers went above and beyond to make every moment special.” From their airport greeting to park days, kindness followed them everywhere they went. As Grandma shared, “Everybody was so nice, it was AMAZING. So wonderful. Everyone from start to finish was so nice and kind.”
The family packed their days full, visiting six parks in five days. They rode immersive attractions at Universal like Spiderman and Transformers and Summer got to take pictures with her favorite princess, Tiana. Everywhere they went, they captured beautiful photos and created new memories. As Grandma said, “Every day was an adventure.”
Looking back, the meaning of the Dream goes far beyond the rides and attractions. Grandma reflected, “It meant to us that there are people in this world that care about children, especially sick children.” She shared how everything fell into place seamlessly, adding, “Everything was perfect. Not a bump in the road, where in this world do you get that?” The experience left the whole family feeling wrapped in care and love. “We had a ball. I have never had an experience like this trip. We just felt Toby gave us a hug.”
From splash zones and parades to ice cream and photos, Summer’s Dream was filled with pure joy and togetherness. It was a week where worries faded, smiles grew bigger, and a little girl simply got to be a kid, surrounded by family and magic.
Toby’s Dream is grateful for Chartway Promise Foundation as our funding partner in helping us make this dream come true.
