475 - Just Booked Your Disney World Vacation? Here's Everything You Need to Do Next

You've booked your Disney World vacation — now what? In this episode, Disney travel experts and best-selling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart walk you through every essential step to take after you hit confirm on your reservation. From setting up your My Disney Experience account to snagging the most coveted dining reservations before they disappear, this is the Disney trip planning checklist you didn't know you needed.

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In this episode, you'll discover:

• How to set up My Disney Experience and link your reservation the right way (avoid the most common mistake families make!)
• The critical 60-day booking window for Disney dining reservations, character dining, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and VIP tours — and exactly how to prioritize them
• Why the 7-day Lightning Lane planning window can make or break your park days
• The Memory Maker photo package trick that saves you $25 (don't miss the 4-day deadline!)
• Online check-in vs. front desk — which one actually gets you a better room
• How to lock in the Disney bounce-back offer before you even leave the resort
• The 30-day Memory Maker photo download reminder most guests completely forget
• Why Rob & Kerri say skip the expensive 200-page Disney planning guides — and what to do instead

Whether you're planning a Disney World vacation with toddlers, teens, or as adults only, this episode breaks down the planning timeline so you never miss a booking window again. Plus, don't forget to celebrate National Wear Your Ears Day on March 31st — a holiday Rob & Kerri founded in 2020!

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Is staying OFF Disney property actually a smart move? 🏨✨

In this episode of the Disney Travel Secrets Show, travel agent hosts and bestselling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart break down one of the most debated questions in Disney vacation planning: should you ever skip the Disney resorts and stay off-site?

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Whether you're a budget-conscious family, a points-chaser, or a luxury traveler, the answer might surprise you — and the where matters just as much as the why.

In this episode, Rob & Kerri cover:

• The two best areas to stay off-site near Walt Disney World: Flamingo Crossings and Bonnet Creek
• What your map app won't tell you about travel times and transportation to the Disney parks
• The hidden pros and cons of Flamingo Crossings hotels (Spring Hill Suites, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, Homewood Suites & Home2 Suites) — including why that free parking may be gone
• Why Bonnet Creek sits inside Disney property — and what that means for your vacation
• The luxury case for the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, including the best restaurant near Disney World
• JW Marriott for Marriott points travelers
• The Wyndham Grand: 5 pools, 2 lazy rivers, a 10-acre lake — and why it's perfect for a mixed-interest group
• Vacation home rentals, the Four Corners/Davenport area, and why Margaritaville beats most VRBO options for consistency
• How to book off-site hotels as part of a Walt Disney World package with just a $200 deposit

🎙️ Perfect for: Families planning a Walt Disney World vacation, Disney World first-timers, Disney budget travelers, Disney resort alternatives, Orlando vacation planning, WDW off-site hotel tips

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473 - Once you go Deluxe… you'll understand why.

In this week's episode of the Disney Travel Secrets Podcast, #1 best-selling authors and Disney travel experts Rob & Kerri Stuart break down everything you need to know about Disney World's Deluxe Resorts — and why guests who stay at one find it nearly impossible to go back to a moderate or value resort.

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What you'll learn in this episode:

• The fascinating history behind the FIRST two Disney World resorts (hint: they were both Deluxe, and they opened on October 1, 1971!)
• A full breakdown of every Deluxe Resort at Walt Disney World — from the Magic Kingdom monorail resorts (Contemporary, Polynesian Village, Grand Floridian) to the Epcot resort area (Yacht Club, Beach Club, BoardWalk Inn), Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Wilderness Lodge
• Why location matters MORE than you think — and how staying Deluxe can transform your entire park strategy
• The truth about Club Level — Disney's most underrated (and underbooked) offering
• World-class dining you'll want to plan your whole vacation around: Victoria & Albert's, Narcoossee's, Topolino's Terrace, Citrico's, Jiko, and more
• Why Stormalong Bay might deserve its own episode
• The scoop on Deluxe Villa properties like Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, and Riviera Resort — and how non-DVC members can book them
• The secret walkability advantage of Congress Park at Saratoga Springs

Whether you're a first-time Disney visitor or a seasoned parkgoer weighing your resort options, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to decide if a Deluxe Resort is right for your family's Disney vacation.

🎙️ Rob & Kerri share personal stories from having stayed at every single Disney resort, their favorite Deluxe picks, and why they host their annual Agent Palooza event at a Deluxe property every year.

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