Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Follow Whit’s Whimsy Use code LAIDBACK to save 15% off your first order of vintage & secondhand Disney I am sitting down with Melissa McGill to talk all about her first experience aboard the Disney Destiny cruise, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship. Melissa McGill just returned […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Thanks to our sponsor, Sarah of the Main Street Mom Get a free quote Add á la carte services Follow Sarah Every time Disney announces something new, it can feel like one more thing to keep up with. In this episode, I am breaking down what […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music If you have ever looked back on a Disney trip and thought some things worked beautifully and other things completely missed the mark, this episode is for you. In this year review, I am walking you through my honest 2025 Disney World planning wins and fails […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music These Monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. episodes are my way of slowing things down and sharing what life actually looks like behind the scenes. This month I’m talking about monthly favorites, what I love right now, and a big personal update that’s been taking up a lot of mental […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Links to shop: If your feed looks anything like mine, you’re probably being served a thousand versions of a “Disney gift guide” that is really just someone scrolling Amazon, screenshotting the first Mickey mug they see, and calling it a day, and I’m here to say… […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Join the Laid-Back Magic® community If you have been trying to figure out how to handle Disney food allergies on a real Disney World trip, this episode is going to feel like a deep breath. I sat down with Seely from Safe Disney food to talk […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Join the Laid-Back Magic® community When I’m working on a plan for Disney World, specifically a PARK PLAN for a certain day, I know two things: 1. I know a thoughtful plan is SO important.2. …I know it probably won’t happen. Someone asked me recently if […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Follow Marianne on Instagram and TikTok Join the Laid-Back Magic® community If you love talking about Disney deluxe resorts and want real, honest insight into Disney club level and how to rent DVC points without stress, this episode is for you. I’m joined by my friend […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Join the Laid-Back Magic® community If you have ever scrolled through forums before your Disney trip, you already know that Disney mornings are a huge topic. Everyone seems to have an opinion on Disney early entry, rope drop, and what counts as the right way to […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music If you’ve ever Googled “Disney World tips,” you know the feeling of being ripped and pulled in a million different directions. Some of that advice used to be helpful, but a lot of it is either outdated… or just plain wrong. So here’s my list of […]

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music Follow our sponsor, Magic Mornings Vacations Get a quick quote from Magic Mornings Vacations If you’ve ever wondered how someone can go from performing under bright stage lights to making magic at rope drop — today’s guest proves it’s possible. I sat down with Nikki Lloyd, […]

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, […]

Here are 5 alternatives in Walt Disney World when you can’t seem to find a breakfast reservation available ANYWHERE.

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 […]

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 […]