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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
360 episodes
REDROP- Which Disney Moderate Resort Is Best? The Real Scoop on Riverside, French Quarter, Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs & Fort Wilderness
Wondering what it’s really like to stay at a Disney World Moderate Resort? In this episode, I’m sharing the honest truth about Disney’s mid-priced hotels, including the good, the bad, and the things guidebooks don’t always ...
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REDROP - The Truth About Disney's Value Resorts (What Nobody Tells You)
Think Disney World Value Resorts are “just the cheap option”? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down what it’s really like staying at Disney’s lowest-priced resorts—the good, the bad, and the things nobody tells you before you b...
REDROP - What We Skip at Walt Disney World: Disney World Tips & Unpopular Opinions
Today I'm joined by my mom and sister to discuss the attractions, restaurants, experiences, and Disney World extras we choose to skip at Walt Disney World - and why. Some of these may be your absolute favorites, but we're sharing ...
REDROP - How Much Does a Walt Disney World Trip Cost? | Disney World Budget Guide for Beginners
You've booked your Disney resort and purchased your park tickets, but what does a Walt Disney World vacation really cost beyond the basics? In this episode, I'm breaking down the often-overlooked expenses that can impact your D...
REDROP - 20 Best Things to Do on Non-Park Days at Walt Disney World | Disney Springs, Resorts & More
Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation and wondering what to do on your non-park days? In this episode, I'm sharing the 20 best things to do at Walt Disney World outside the theme parks, including activities at Disney Sp...
Ep 350 - SEE YA REAL SOON!
Well friends, today is a milestone. 350 episodes. I can't believe I've come into my closet recording studio this many times, and have had this much to share with you. What a blessing it has been. Thank you for trusting me to be in your ear and ...
Ep 349 - 10 tips for EPIC UNIVERSE 1 year later. Universal Orlando TIPS!
Universal's Epic Universe is officially a year old, and lots of things have changed in that short time. Today I've got 10 Epic Universe tips for you from ticket types, what to rope drop, how to spend Early Park Admission and what snacks to try ...
Ep 348 - Tips for Walt Disney World Virtual Queue and Bluey's Wild World!
If you are heading to Walt Disney World for Cool Kids Summer in 2026, this is a must listen. To meet Bluey at Animal Kingdom, you will need to join a virtual queue. I have all my best tips for you on how to do it successfully, and you can use t...
Ep 347 - A perfect day at Disney Water Parks - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.
If you are planning to take advantage of the free water park day this summer at Walt Disney World, you'll want all my tips for Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach! These Disney Water parks are packed with fun, but you'll want to know some logisti...
Ep 346 - A perfect day at Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World
Heading to Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios? Here are my Walt Disney World must do's for a day of snacking, totchos, lunch box tarts, lighting lanes, Star Wars fun, Slinky Dogs, and more. I share some of my favorite spots to a grab a non t...
Ep 345 - A perfect day at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World
Planning a perfect day in Animal Kingdom? Here are my Walt Disney World must do's for a day of Safari's, Boma buffets, Sanaa bread service and even some fun at Disney Springs. I'm sharing what deluxe hotel I would have to stay at, where I'm eat...
Ep 344 - A PERFECT Day in EPCOT at Walt Disney World!
Planning a perfect day in Epcot? Here are my Walt Disney World must do's for a day eating and drinking around the world. I'm sharing what deluxe hotel I would have to stay at, where I'm eating and snacking, what Lightning Lanes I'm snagging and...
Ep 343 - A PERFECT Day in Magic Kingdom!
Planning a perfect day in Magic Kingdom? Here are my Walt Disney World must do's for a day at MK. I'm sharing what deluxe hotel I would have to stay at, where I'm eating and snacking, what Lightning Lanes I'm snagging and how I'm ending my nigh...
Ep 342 - Disney Cruise line ships and where they GO!?!
Welcome to Disney Cruise line 101. Looking to sail Disney Cruise line but don't know where to start? On this episode I'll take you through all 8 of the DCL ships and tell you where they sail from, how long the sailings are, and what time of yea...
Ep 341 - Toddlers at Disney - My HOTEL recs and top tips
If you are taking a toddler or young kid to Walt Disney World, I've got my top resort hotel recommendations for you. Whether you want to walk to Magic Kingdom, take a skyliner to Epcot, or find the safest pool on property I have value, moderate...
Ep 340 - Halloween Horror Nights 2026 and 10 tips for Newbies in Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando just dropped their HHN tickets (Halloween Horror Nights) for 2026. You can get tickets, scream early passes, RIP Tours, Express Pass and more. If you have never been to HHN, I've got ten tips for you to make it a horrifically ...
Ep 339 - Where to find Healthy Disney World food that won't make you feel like GARBAGE
Do you love Disney snacks but start feeling like crud after 3 or 4 days of theme park eating? Today I'm sharing my favorite quick service restaurants in the parks to get healthier food options. Whether you are gluten free, have dietary restrict...
Ep 338 - Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth it in 2026? -Walt Disney World restaurants and food
Wondering if the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family? Today I tackle the 3 questions to ask if you are considering the dining plan to get the most out of it. I'll share restaurants that will cost you 2 dining plan credits, how ...
Ep 337 - Walt Disney World Monorail Loop and Skyliner Route
If you have a rest day on your Walt Disney World vacation and don't want to head to the pool or Disney Springs, what should you do? Why not visit some of Disney's deluxe resort hotels via the monorail or skyliner. Today I'm sharing the pros and...
Ep 336 - 10 tips for Disney World dining when you DON'T get the reservation you want
Trying to reserve a hard to get Walt Disney World dining reservation 60 days out? This episode is packed full of tips to give you a back up plan in case you aren't able to reserve Cinderella's Royal Table or O'hana like you want. I'm sharing wh...
Ep 335 - Disney Cruise line from Fort Lauderdale - Transportation to the Port and Accommodations
Planning to cruise from Fort Lauderdale Florida on Disney Cruise line? Then this is the episode for you. I'll share my experience with the Brightline train from Orlando, how you can use Disney Cruise line transportation to get from local hotels...
Ep 334 - Walt Disney World Trip Report - New Southwest airlines open seating, Mears Connect, Beak and Barrel and EPCOT festival tips.
I had a short trip to Walt Disney World last week and I have new experiences and Disney tips to share with you. I had my first flight on Southwest Airlines with the new open seating policy and share the MAJOR potential problem. I also took Mear...
Ep 333 - My 10 Must Have Items for Disney World Trip - Walt Disney World packing list
If I am headed on a Disney Vacation, here are the 10 things that are always coming with me. From my favorite portable charger, coffee, and ways to stay healthy, these must have items will make your Disney trip go smoother and keep you happy and...
Ep 332 - 10 DONT'S for Walt Disney World in 2026
Here are my 10 big skips for Walt Disney World vacations in 2026 and the things I won't be doing. Everything from money saving Disney tips, vacation planning tips, and park strategy is packed into this episode. Take a listen, and reach out toda...
Ep 331 - My pre Disney World trip report and Logistics from Walt Disney World to Fort Lauderdale
I'm gearing up for a solo work trip to Walt Disney World in a few weeks staying at Coronado Springs Resort. It will be filled with training and Disney parks fun, but afterwards I'm hitting the Brightline train and heading to Fort Lauderdale for...