Delighting in the Magic Podcast

Episode 27 of Season 2 breaks down the three biggest barriers to planning a Disney vacation—cost, complexity, and timing—and gives practical steps to overcome them. In this episode Dee breaks everything down into steps and how to take each one in order to make a magical, manageable trip. Visit Season One Episode 11: Where to Start When Planning Your Disney World Trip, for Transportation and Lightning Lane Strategies mentioned in this episode. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/

Host Dee celebrates her podcast anniversary and walks listeners through a clear, manageable plan for enjoying one perfect day at EPCOT. The episode covers park layout, two entry strategies (main gate and International Gateway), Lightning Lane tips, dining recommendations, festival food advice, indoor cool-down spots, and family-friendly activities. Practical for first-time visitors and Disney fans alike, Dee’s tips help you avoid overwhelm and get the most out of EPCOT. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

In this episode Dee outlines easy, play-based educational experiences to bring learning to your Disney vacation. She focuses on activities in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and offers quick tips for Animal Kingdom. Dee adds practical timing and age tips so you can prioritize one memorable educational experience per park and make your trip both fun and enriching. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

In this episode, Dee shares seven unexpected surprises from a recent Disney vacation with her daughter, including special resort perks, cozy rainy-day experiences, unique shows and animal encounters, a safari close-up, and an emotional meet-and-greet! The episode also features a kid’s corner where her daughter describes favorite activities and plays a ‘this or that’ game, highlighting family moments and tips for making the most of a Disney trip. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

Dee takes a close look at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, covering layout, Skyliner access, room types and preferred locations, the standout Fuentes del Morro pool with slides and splash pad, dining options including Sebastian’s Bistro and quick-service choices, and pros and cons for families. She shares tips on where to request a room, when to book preferred locations, and who this resort is best for. There's also a fun Kids Corner segment focused on soda at the resort!! Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

Host Dee shares a compact, easy-to-follow plan for enjoying Disney World during the intense Florida summer. She outlines five key strategies for the perfect park day! The episode also covers park-specific tips and a Kids Corner segment! Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

Join hosts Dee and returning guest Jenna as they recap a three-night Mother’s Day getaway to Disney World. They share honest impressions of Caribbean Beach Resort, and recap highlights from Hollywood Studios and Galaxy’s Edge — from the Millennium Falcon and Rise of the Resistance to Smuggler’s Run, Star Tours, and the Indiana Jones stunt show — plus shopping, pin trading, kids’ favorite treats, and practical tips like Memory Maker and pacing your park day. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/  

In this episode the host, Dee, shares 10 practical, family-friendly tips to get kids excited and prepared for a Disney World visit! The episode also features a Kids Corner segment (child interview) sharing memories and favorite tips, plus a quick celebration of the host’s 1,000th listener. Warm, upbeat, and full of easy ideas to make your trip magical. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/ Etsy Creator Shout Out: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TillyBloomDesigns?dd_referrer= Find Author Ridley Pearson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridleypearson?igsh=MTZlYnRhMnlrOTZ6bw==      

Host Dee shares seven practical tips to help you beat the Florida heat and save money on a summer Disney vacation. Use these straightforward strategies and make the most of your Disney days. Amazon Shopping List: https://tr.ee/ywJdsoN_-w Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/

Host Dee ranks all 12 Disney World character dining experiences in Season 2, Episode 18, using a four-part system—taste, ambience, experience, and pixie dust—to score each meal from worst to best! The episode includes practical notes on food, location, and character interactions, a kids' corner where Dee's daughter shares her favorites, and one recommendation to skip—handy guidance for planning your next Disney dining reservations. Find Dee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delighting_in_the_magic/# Please send listener questions or topics you'd like to hear more about: [email protected] Check out Dee's Website and Blog: https://www.delightinginthemagic.com/