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Mountains of Magic - A Walt Disney World Tips Podcast for Newbies
Your Disney planning podcast with tips and tricks to navigating Walt Disney World and other adventures like Universal, Cruising, and more! Add a little magic to your day as you plan your next trip!
Episodes
283 episodes
Ep 278 - Rope Drop, Lightning Lane or Standby Line Animal Kingdom Edition in Walt Disney World
Want tips for Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World? Today I'll go through every ride and attraction and tell you if I would rope drop it (head to it first thing in the morning) get a lightning lane single pass or lightning lane multi pass...
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Episode 278
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Ep 277 - Rope Drop, Lightning Lane or Standby Line Hollywood Studios Edition
Want tips for Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World? Today I'll go through every ride and attraction and tell you if I would rope drop it (head to it first thing in the morning) get a lightning lane single pass or lightning lane multi pass for...
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Episode 277
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Ep 276 - The REAL DEAL behind Disney's Deluxe Resorts PART 3 - Tips for Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, and Animal Kingdom Lodge at Disney World
Who should really stay at Walt Disney World's deluxe hotels? Today, I'm chatting with you like I would my best friend and letting you know the good, the bad, and the ugly behind Disney's deluxe resorts. I'm sharing pros and cons, which re...
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Episode 276
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Ep 275 - What to do if you are SICK AT DISNEY WORLD - First Aid, Baby Care centers and more.
Feel yourself getting sick at Disney World? I hope not, but if you find yourself under the weather at the most Magical Place on Earth, here are the things you'll want to know. First and foremost ask for help, but this episode has other resource...
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Episode 275
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Ep 274 - The REAL DEAL behind Disney's Deluxe Resorts PART 2 EPCOT AREA - What you really want to know about the Beach and Yacht Club, Boardwalk Resort, and Riviera Resort..
Who should really stay at Walt Disney World's Epcot area hotels? Today, I'm chatting with you like I would my best friend and letting you know the good, the bad, and the ugly behind Disney's deluxe resorts. I'm sharing pros and cons, and the th...
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Episode 274
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Ep 273 - 7 Proven Ways to Save Money When Booking Your Disney World Vacation - Disney Budgeting and Money Saving Tips!
Going to Disney World on a budget? I've got tips for you on HOW to book your vacation to save money before you ever arrive. I'll share room types to be on the lookout for, how you can get a free DVC upgrade, how you'll want to bundle and ...
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Episode 273
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Ep 272 - The REAL DEAL behind Disney's Deluxe Resorts PART 1 Monorail Crawl - What you really want to know about the Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Contemporary and Wilderness Lodge Resorts.
Who should really stay on Disney's Monorail Loop at the Polynesian, Grand Floridian or Contemporary Resorts? I'll also throw in Wilderness Lodge! Today, I'm chatting with you like I would my best friend and letting you know the good, the bad, a...
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Episode 272
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Ep 271 - Epic Universe Unveiled: All the Must-See Attractions & Dining at Universal’s Newest Park!
Want to know what rides are coming to Epic Universe in 2025? Today we are walking through the lands and talking about all the yummy eats, entertainment, and attractions you'll find at Epic. Remember opening day is May 22, 2025, and I'd love to ...
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Episode 271
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*Bonus Episode - Epic Savings Alert: The Best Deals for Disney World, Universal Orlando & Celebrity Cruises!
Looking to save money on travel in 2025? I have all the deals that Walt Disney World dropped last week, as well as new features available at Universal Orlando for Epic Universe, and a sweet deal to get you cruising with Celebrity Cruise Line. I...
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Ep 270 - The REAL DEAL behind Disney's Moderate Resorts - What you really want to know about Port Orleans Riverside, French Quarter, Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs and Ft. Wilderness
You know the amenities at Disney World's Moderate Resorts, but what's it really like staying there? Today, I'm chatting with you like I would my best friend and letting you know the good, the bad, and the ugly behind Disney's mid level resorts....
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Episode 270
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Ep 269 - The REAL DEAL behind Disney's Value Resorts - Get the scoop on the All Stars, Pop Century, Art of Animation and Fort Wilderness
You know the amenities at Disney World's Value Resorts, but what's it really like staying there? Today, I'm chatting with you like I would my best friend and letting you know the good, the bad, and the ugly behind Disney's lowest priced r...
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Episode 269
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Ep 268 - 5 mistakes I made on my last Walt Disney World Trip
This episode is packed with Disney World tips so you can learn from my Disney mistakes! Today I'm sharing what I did wrong, or almost got wrong, on my last Disney trip. I'll share tips for mobile ordering, getting in line for the skyliner, bein...
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Episode 268
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Ep 267 - **UPDATED** How to Rope Drop TRON in Magic Kingdom - Early Entry at Disney World
Is TRON a must do on your Magic Kingdom day? Today I'm giving you the step by step of how to ride TRON first thing on your Disney World vacation. I'll share when to leave your hotel room, when you can expect to be let in the park for early entr...
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Episode 267
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Ep 266 - 10 Disney Cruise Line Secrets for First Time Sailors - Disney Cruise Line Tips
Are you a Disney Cruise Line newbie? I've got 10 tips you may not know about that will get you prepared for your first sailing. I'm sharing about dining times, kids clubs, how to save time in a potential long line, what you'll want to bring onb...
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Episode 266
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Ep 265 - Everything I ATE on my Last Disney World trip - Disney Snacks, Homecomin, Garden Grille and more!
Want to know my favorite spots for Disney dining? Or the snack that was my favorite thing I ate all weekend? Come along with me to Disney Springs, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom and multiple resort hotels as I chat the best place for coff...
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Episode 265
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Ep 264 - The Real Truth behind Run Disney - What the influencers don't tell you!
Planning for your first RunDisney race? Today I'm shedding light on the not so shiny parts that you won't see on social media. While I LOVE these races and think there is a place for everyone, what you see on social media from your favorite inf...
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Episode 264
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Ep 263 - Rainy Day Tips for Disney World - Disney in the RAIN!
Stuck with a rainy day at Disney? I've got tips to help you make the most of it! Today I'm sharing what to pack in your park bag for the rain, what park you may want to visit, where to eat, and the thing you CANNOT GO WITHOUT if you have small ...
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Episode 263
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Ep 262 - Walt Disney World Trip Report - Rope Dropping TRON - RunDisney Princess Half Marathon - Resort Tours - Rainy days at Disney and More!
Come along for my recent Walt Disney World trip report in February of 2025. I participated in the Run Disney Princess Half Marathon weekend, and I take you through our arrival, visiting the Race Expo, what to do when Blizzard Beach is closed, R...
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Episode 262
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Ep 261 - Walt Disney World Resort Hopping 101 - What Disney hotels to visit and how to spend your Rest Days!
Don't miss out on visiting the Disney hotels! There is so much fun to be had outside the parks. Today, I'm giving you 5 ideas for how to spend a day outside the theme parks by visiting a Disney resort. I'll give you options for dining, entertai...
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Episode 261
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Ep 260 - Disney Pricing Through the Years - Disney package and hotel costs from 2002 and $33 park tickets!
Today we are taking at look back at Walt Disney World room and ticket pricing from over 20 year ago. I found my mom's old receipts, and share what the All Star Resorts cost in the summer of 2002, a New Years trip at Pop Century in 2004, and a 7...
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Episode 260
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Ep 259 - Walt Disney World PRE TRIP report - Transportation from MCO to Disney, Blizzard Beach, RunDisney plans, dining reservations, park time and more.
Today I'm sharing plans for my RunDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. Will I actually get to run the races with my busted up foot? Who knows, but I'm going to have fun regardless. I'm sharing how we plan to get to our hotel, and the differen...
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Episode 259
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Ep 258 - My TOP Run Disney Tips - How to register, what to bring, where to stay, and more!
Today we are talking RunDisney. Whether you are looking to run Dopey, do a Princess 5k, or knock out a Wine and Dine half marathon, I've got some must have tips for you to make your experience go smoothly. I'll share tips for registration and w...
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Episode 258
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Ep 257 - Top 5 Tips for Saving Money on your 2025 Walt Disney World Vacation - Cheapest weeks to go to Disney, saving 5% and more.
Looking to save money on your upcoming Disney trip? Today I have my 5 favorite tips for saving on your Walt Disney World vacation. I'll share the least expensive weeks to travel for the remainder of 2025, free perks to enjoy on property, how yo...
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Episode 257
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Ep 256 - Magic Kingdom in 2002 - A look at OLD Disney World Park Maps and Disney History
Let's go back in time and take a look at Walt Disney World in 2002. Today I'm taking you through the Magic Kingdom Guide Map to share what was happening in the parks for the Disney 100 Years of Magic Celebration, as well as what attractions and...
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Episode 256
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Ep 255 - EPCOT in 2002 - A look at OLD Disney World Park Maps and Disney History
Let's go back in time and take a look at Walt Disney World in 2002. Today I'm taking you through the EPCOT Guide Map to share what was happening in the parks for the Disney 100 Years of Magic Celebration, as well as what attractions and restaur...
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Episode 255
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