Erin shares her unforgettable honeymoon at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii! From relaxing at the Aulani Spa to enjoying the Circle Island Tour, it was an adventure full of great food and memorable experiences. But, not everything was perfect—she also shares a few disappointments. Check out her review for the highs and lows!   Post trip begins: 23 minutes   Links: Aulani request from Small World Vacations How to rent Disney Vacation Club points Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissio ..read more

Heather shares her Disney World trip with her daughter Bella during a field hockey competition, including a day at Magic Kingdom using the Lightning Lane system. Despite cold, rainy weather, they rode Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Tron, enjoyed great meals, and appreciated the convenience of staying at Port Orleans Riverside.   Post trip begins: 23 minutes   Links: Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar Disney World 101: The Ultimate First Timer's Guide Complete Guide to Disney World Dining  Disney World Touring Strategies 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message ..read more

Hannah embarked on a land and sea trip to celebrate her 30th birthday with her sisters and girlfriends. She called it, “One of the best trips I’ve ever been on!” Listen to hear how they navigated Walt Disney World and the Disney Fantasy with a member recovering from surgery, another with food allergies, and a few first timers in the mix.   Post trip begins: 28 minutes   Links: Disney Cruise Line primer All About Lightning Lanes Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe ..read more

Full written version of this episode with pics and links - https://wdwprepschool.com/emily-katie-navigate-wdw-uo-with-a-wheelchair-prep-445/ Emily and Katie traveled for an adult friends’ trip to Central Florida. Katie uses a wheelchair full-time, and they share extensively about the accessibility at both Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World.   Post trip begins: 31 minutes   Links: Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe link below to leave us a message with your ..read more

Ever wondered if buying into Disney Vacation Club is right for you? Shannon talks with seven DVC owners to find out why they bought in, what they view as the biggest advantages and disadvantages of the program, how they use their points (there’s quite a variety!), if they’d recommend DVC ownership to a friend, and more.   Links: Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe link below to leave us a message with your first name, location, and trip info. Be sure to include your e ..read more

Wonder what’s new at Disney World in 2025? Shannon recaps all that’s coming to the most Magical Place on Earth this year and beyond.   Links: What's coming to Disney World in 2025 Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe link below to leave us a message with your first name, location, and trip info. Be sure to include your exact trip dates, who is in your party, where you will stay, and anything unique about the trip. You can do that using your computer or phone at https ..read more

Candy’s 5-year-old niece recently completed treatment for leukemia, and to celebrate, the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Give Kids the World made her dream trip to Walt Disney World a reality. But the magic didn’t stop there—both sets of grandparents, along with aunts and uncles, planned their own trips to join in the fun. Candy shares what it’s like traveling with a big group, her thoughts on staying off-site, and whether she'd return to Disney World in mid-December.   Post trip begins:  27 minutes   Links: Give Kids the World Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World P ..read more

Kara’s trip in December to Walt Disney World with her two young children, husband, and parents was full with holiday fun and park hopping while trying to minimize extra steps. She shares how her side quest to maximize the value of the Disney Dining Plan ended as well as her thoughts on Caribbean Beach Resort, Standby Skipper, and Mears Transportation.   Post trip begins: 30 minutes   Links: Standby Skipper Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Review and Strategy Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report sub ..read more

Sara traveled to Walt Disney World with her extended family during the busy Thanksgiving holiday week. She shares how she navigated a jam-packed holiday trip with two young kids and five adults. Listen to hear her thoughts on the value of the new Lightning Lane Premier Pass, Jollywood Nights, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and staying at the Boardwalk and Grand Floridian during the crowded holiday season.   Post trip begins: 35 minutes   Links: Review and Guide to Jollywood Nights Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Review and Strategy Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll Walt ..read more

Are you traveling with a group? Cruising is a great way to allow for multiple individual interests and still carve out time for togetherness. Shannon shares tips to make your next group trip on Disney Cruise Line even better.   Links: See wdwprepschool.com/podcast for Palo private dining room form Small World Vacations Disney Cruise Line Request How to do embarkation day on Disney Cruise Line How to do disembarkation on Disney Cruise Line Youth Clubs on Disney Cruise Line Disney Cruise Line primer Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar   Leave me a message (including trip report submissi ..read more