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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 […]

Disney World Expectations vs. Reality — The Timeline (Dana Style)

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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 […]

Staying Disney Club Level, Buy vs. Rent DVC, and a Disney-Inspired Lake House w/ Marianne Southerland

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Dining, Disney Planning, Podcast, Transportation

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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 […]

Disney Mornings Q&A: Rope Drop, Early Entry, and Realistic Strategy

Disney early entry, early entry, Disney rope drop, Rope drop, Disney breakfast, Disney mornings

Dining, Disney Planning, Podcast, Transportation

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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 Some of that advice used to be helpful, but a lot of it is either outdated… or just plain wrong.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 […]

Disney Myths and Outdated Advice I Wish I Could Delete Off the Internet

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Dining, Disney Planning, Podcast, Transportation

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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, […]

Disneyland Tips From a Disney Expert (And Mom of 3) on What Makes a Magical Disney Experience

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