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There are plenty of amazing Disney World resorts, but somehow, we just keep coming back to Disney’s Boardwalk. Maybe it’s because I’ve been staying there for so long that it literally feels like a second home to me, or maybe it’s the location, or maybe it’s the vibes that make it feel like we get […]

Why We Can’t Stop Booking Disney’s BoardWalk Resort

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Disney Planning, Podcast, Resorts

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Spring break is coming, and if you’re heading to Disney World, I just want to be real with you—it’s going to be crowded. Like, picture a lot of people and then picture more people, right? Ideally, you’d be skipping this time of year altogether, but I know that’s not always possible when you’re working around […]

Disney World Crowds Are No Joke—Here’s How to Survive Busy Days

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Disney Planning, Podcast, Resorts, Transportation

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Ever feel like Disney World planning is an extreme sport that no one prepared you for?  If you’ve ever second-guessed your Disney World dining reservations, underestimated Disney transportation, or thought “Eh, I’ll figure it out when I get there”—I’ve got news for you. That’s how you end up stressed, exhausted, and eating overpriced popcorn for […]

Avoid These 5 1/2 Disney World Planning Mistakes

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Disney Planning, Featured Episode, Podcast

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Planning a Disney trip should be exciting, right? But somehow, 22% of guests leave Disney World feeling disappointed. So, what went wrong? In this episode, I share exactly why some trips fall flat and how to plan a trip to Disney that actually feels magical for your family. We’re diving into the five steps I […]

Why 22% of People Regret Their Disney Trip (and How to Plan a Trip to Disney That Feels Magical)

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Disney Planning, Featured Episode, Podcast

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My Ideal Day in Animal Kingdom with Kids Out of all the parks in Walt Disney World, Animal Kingdom is the one I crave. Like the midnight craving of microwave popcorn AND an ice cream Snickers all at once. The craveability for me? Because it’s CHILL. Animal Kingdom shows up late, in denim cut offs, […]

Itinerary for a Laid-back Day in Animal Kingdom

Disney Planning, Park Favorites

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One of my favorite trips to Disney World was one that some people may roll their eyes at…when we brought our 6-month old baby girl. The personalized Mickey ears, the baby-wearing! The teeny tiny Pooh Bear souvenir! I absolutely loved it. So when we found out I was pregnant with our third babe, we decided […]

Here’s Everything Your Baby Can Ride in Walt Disney World

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Disney Planning, Featured Episode, Motherhood

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Going to Disney World? I got you. Here are 31 ways to upgrade your trip with the fam this year. For more Disney World planning, here’s how I can be of help:

31 Ways to Upgrade Your Disney World Trip

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Disney Planning, Featured Episode

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Going to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, or “MNSSHP”? Or maybe you’re on the fence and trying to decide if it’s worth it. One of my favorite Laid-back Magic members is an expert with all things Disney, especially during the season of Halloween. Melissa is a fellow mom, and Disney expert. She let me pick her brain about […]

Tips for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

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When Disneyland in California had its opening day, Walt wasn’t thinking about high heels sinking into the pavement. But the asphalt was so…new, the temperature ended up being 100 degrees, and that’s exactly what happened. He never could have planned for the number of fake tickets, traffic, or plumbing strikes. Walt Disney, the man himself, […]

How to Plan for Disney World in 2024 (with Kids!)

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Do you immediately get the urge to plan your year once January comes? Same. Although I say “no” to most things, I like to have an overview of the year for the big stuff, like traveling. So knowing what’s coming to Disney World in 2023 is important because it could help you decide whether this […]

What’s New and Coming to Disney World in 2023

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One of the most significant changes in Walt Disney World is the Magical Express, the free shuttle at Orlando Airport (MCO) is kaput. This leaves us standing on the sidewalk with a toddler on our hip, bags under our eyes — and in our hands — wondering how we’re getting to our hotel room. If you’re […]

How to Get from Orlando Airport to your Disney World resort

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Disney Planning, Transportation

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Just like an artist sketches before adding paint, sketching out your week in Disney World is a crucial (and to me, the most fun) part. Setting a foundation helps you hone in on what your family wants to experience. We all do this without realizing it. If you’ve planned a trip before, what’s the first […]

How to Create a “Sketch” for Your Walt Disney World Vacation

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Disney Planning

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My husband and I first went to Disney World together almost 13 years ago. After that trip, we couldn’t wait to bring our kids there. Walking them down Main Street, getting their first pair of ears, riding Peter Pan for the first time. All of it. And yes, of course, I was excited about the […]

Tips for Bringing a Baby To Disney World

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Disney Planning

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What’s My Disney Experience? “My Disney Experience” is a section of Disney World’s website where you sign in to your account and control ALL of your vacation plans: park tickets, dining reservations, FastPasses (when they’re back) MagicMobile, and a lot more. You can even unlock your resort room. When you download the My Disney Experience app onto your phone, […]

Everything You Need to Know About “My Disney Experience”

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Disney Planning

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When you’re taking your family to Disney World, the first (and probably most) important decision is when you go. It’s a lot of pressure! That’s why the first part of my Disney Rookie Series is about the *best* time to go.

When’s the Best Time to Visit Disney World?

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