Eleuthera is part of the Bahamas – about 240 miles from the coast of southern Florida and about 60 miles from Nassau. Eleuthera is unique because it’s a long, skinny island at 110 miles long (!) but only a mile wide for most of it. Which means a lot of beaches, coves, lagoons, and other hidden places.

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 […]

Now that the Happily Ever After firework show is back in Magic Kingdom (squeals), you may be thinking about adding a Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party to make your night feel more special. Coming from a “never skip the fireworks” family, I know my options when it comes to watching fireworks in Magic Kingdom: That […]

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 […]

Hey there, I’m Dana Stanley—creator of Laid-Back Magic®, a mom of three, and your go-to guide for Disney World tips and secrets!  If you’re a busy mom looking to finally plan your Disney trip without feeling overwhelmed by the heat, crowds, and costs, then you’re in the right place.  I created The Laid-Back Magic® Way […]

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 […]

Yes, it is possible to have a great time (even with an infant in Disney World) — lower the pressure you put on yourself and set reasonable expectations and you’ll be golden!

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:

At 39 weeks pregnant, I was full of mejool dates, evening primrose oil, and anxiety waiting for baby to come. The day before, I was sitting across from my midwife, shrugging, saying there were no signs of labor and I wouldn’t be shocked if I went the full 40 weeks. But then… That night, I […]