Living By Disney
Serena and her team are dishing out all the latest park news each week to get you ready and excited for your next theme park visit! You'll also find tons of reviews and insider tips to get the most out of your Orlando, Disney World, and Universal Studios vacations.
Episodes
140 episodes
The Great Disney Springs Meltdown- Facts vs Social Media Outrage
Starting June 28, 2026, Walt Disney World is implementing major changes to transportation leaving Disney Springs. Buses and Sassagoula River Cruise boats to the resorts now require proof of a valid hotel stay, dining reservation, or Enchanting ...
Park Food Nostalgia & Go-To Eats – Carly Caramanna Interview
Join us on Living by Disney for a delicious deep dive into Disney Parks food nostalgia and current favorites with Carly Caramanna!In this episode, we sit down with veteran theme park journalist, food writer, passionate Disney en...
Disney World Summer Survival Guide: Beat the Heat Without Melting
Planning a Disney World trip this summer? Don’t let the brutal Florida heat ruin your magical vacation! In this episode of the podcast, we’re sharing your complete Disney World Summer Survival Guide — packed with practical strategies to ...
Full REVIEW: All New Rides, Shows & Spaces at Disney World
Join me as I recap all the exciting new summer openings at Walt Disney World! In this episode, I share my personal reviews of the brand-new Mandalorian & Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the rethemed Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaste...
Animal Kingdom Foodie Tour! + Chef Tour & Tiffins Review
Welcome to the Living by Disney podcast! In today's episode Serena is sharing about her chef-led culinary food tour at Disney's Animal KIngdom park. Along the way she'll share the 7 new snacks and sips you'll want to try on your next trip, as w...
What's New This Summer at Disney World: Details + Insider Advice!
Get ready for the ultimate guide to Cool Kids’ Summer 2026 at Walt Disney World (May 26 – September 8)!In this episode, I break down all the exciting new experiences: Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom, the Muppets-themed Rock ‘n’ Roll...
Is Disney Vacation Club Right For You? Beginners Guide!
Have you ever wondered is Disney Vacation Club is worth it? Or maybe even what exactly it is? Today Serena is joined by her friend and DVC member Megan DuBois to break down exactly how DVC works and what it costs. You'll also hear how you...
Should You Buy a Disney World Annual Pass? + Summer Perks for Passholders
Should You Buy a Disney World Annual Pass in 2026? Honest Pros, Cons & New Summer Perks for PassholdersIn this episode of Living by Disney, I’m breaking down the big question so many of you are asking right now: Is a 2026 Walt...
6 years since Covid- What’s still missing at Disney World
Six years after the COVID closures shut the gates on March 15, 2020, Walt Disney World still feels different. Today, we're taking an honest look at what’s still missing from the guest experience- from beloved nighttime spectaculars and atmosphe...
Huge NEWS Round Up for Disney World!
Get ready for an action-packed summer at Walt Disney World! In this episode of the Living by Disney podcast, we break down all the biggest March 2026 announcements that will shape your next family vacation.From the new leadership team at...
Ultimate Guide to 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival
Spring is here and that means it's time for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! This is your full guide to visiting, including all the best activities, my top 10 food and drink picks, and tips on when to visit and how to get the most out of y...
Top 10 Must-Stay Disney World Resorts for 2026 (Value to Luxury!)
Value, moderate, deluxe, family, adult-only vibes- no matter your travel style, Serena has the top 10 Walt Disney World resorts that actually deliver for every type of guest. In this episode, she'll walk you through her favorites with real talk...
Hype or Hidden Gem? Disney World's Best & Worst Restaurants
Ever wondered which Disney World restaurants live up to the endless hype... and which ones are total tourist traps? In this episode of Living by Disney, we dive deep into the ultimate foodie debate: overrated vs. underrated dining spots across ...
Disney's New CEO! What Does it Mean for Park Fans?
In this special episode, Serena dives into the biggest NEWS of the year at The Walt Disney Company: Josh D'Amaro has been named the next CEO, effective March 18, 2026, succeeding Bob Iger. As a lifelong "parks guy" who started as a cast m...
Huge Star Wars Land Change + All Latest NEWS
Big changes coming to Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland- Serena talks about why they matter and whether we will see them come to Disney World. Plus all the latest park news that you'll want to know, including the castle painting project, tw...
Top 10 Must Dos at Epcot Festival of the Arts!
Here's your guide to Epcot Festival of the Arts this year! My top 10 must-do list, covering my favorite sips and bites and all the free things to see and do. PLUS an interview with Disney artist Dom Corona on fulfilling a childhood dream of mak...
Building the Dream: Disneyland Handcrafted + Leslie Iwerks Interview & Review
Step back 70 years to the dusty orange groves of Anaheim, where Walt Disney turned an 'impossible' dream into The Happiest Place on Earth—in less than one year! In this special episode of the Living By Disney Podcast, we celebrate the upcoming ...
Top 10 Cocktails at Disney World
In this boozy new episode, we’re counting down the absolute Top 10 cocktails you need to try across Walt Disney World property. From the legendary Lapu Lapu served in a pineapple at Tambu Lounge to those dangerously smooth margaritas around Epc...
Disney Media Shake Up: How Print & Podcasts Keep Disney Magic Alive
In a world dominated by TikTok hacks and Instagram reels, is print media making a comeback for Disney fans?Join me as I chat with Stephanie Shuster, CEO and editor of WDW Magazine—one of the last independent print magazines dedicated to ...
WDW 2026 Timeline – Your Month-by-Month Guide to Every New Ride, Show, & Festival
2026 is the biggest transformation year Walt Disney World has seen in a decade, and this episode is your complete, chronological playbook.Join us as we walk you through every single opening, reimagining, festival, and money-saving offer ...
Review of the Disney Destiny Cruise Ship!
Lets dive in to Disney Cruise Line's newest ship to sail the seas! The heroes and villains ship is a floating storybook where you become part of the story in the best way. Intro to the DestinyChristening Ceremony<...
NEWS! Attraction Review, Holiday Guide, Big Epcot Changes & More!
In today's show, we've got a full news update on all the latest changes and updates for Disney World to get you up to date, including tips for the holiday season!Plus Serena shares some personal life updates before diving in to all the n...
DisneyTreasure Review & Trip Recap!
Serena is here to share all the details on her full week vacation on the Disney Treasure, Disney's newest ship in the fleet. She's joined by her son Caleb, and they share a trip report and review of all their favorite things about the Treasure ...
Disney Cruise Line’s Future: Destiny, Delays, and 2027 Dreams
Join Serena and special guest Wes from The DCL Dude Podcast as they dive into the latest Disney Cruise Line buzz! Get the scoop on the Disney Destiny, gearing up for its November 2025 maiden voyage with a heroes-versus-villains theme, ...
A Disney Shake-Up: Closures, Delays, and Castle Glow-Ups
This week, we're diving deep into the biggest news from Destination D23, including a Walt Animatronic coming to Magic Kingdom and a castle remodel that could lead to exciting things in the future! . We'll also cover closure of the DINOSAUR ride...