Planning Basics Episodes

Sorry to be MIA last week! We had some technical difficulties with a recording and both had family things going on so couldn't make it up in the moment. But this week Hayley is back giving you the pros and cons of staying off...

Spoiler alert: it's right now. Want to get a trip on the books? Reach out to Danielle at daniellegriggs@fantasticalvacations.com to get started! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week Danielle and Hayley are chatting about all the things you might want to think about if you're headed to Disney World while you're pregnant. Plus: an exciting announcement! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

Today Danielle is talking through what she packs in her park bag in a few different scenarios: at Disney, at Universal, by herself, with the kids, and if it's wicked hot. Want to plan an adventure? Reach out to Danielle today...

Hey, it's Danielle's birthday today! If you want to help her celebrate, you can review, rate, or share our little baby podcast! This week we're talking through all the ins, outs, pros, cons, goods, bads, and uglies (there are...

This week Danielle and Hayley are chatting about all the Enchanting Extras available to you if you want to level up your Disney World trip! Want to plan a vacation? Reach out to Danielle at daniellegriggs@fantasticalvacations...

This week Danielle and Hayley are chatting about the new Premier Pass option Disney recently announced: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Apologies for the late release and construction noise! Want to plan your own Disney trip...

This week Danielle is looking at all of the data around Multi Pass and Single Pass at Disney World to talk strategy for advance selections and for using the system in the parks. If you're new to all this lingo, check out our ...

This week Danielle and Hayley are talking about all of the very many activities you can do at Disney if you're not in the parks. These are great options for rest days, arrival and departure days, or staycations! Want to plan ...

This week Danielle and Hayley (mostly Hayley) are talking about budgeting for your Disney vacation. Don't worry, we don't get too mathy. Want to plan your own Disney vacation on any kind of budget? Reach out to Danielle at da...

It's finally happening, folks! Disney is changing up the way you'll purchase Lightning Lane access and the way you'll use it in the parks. Goodbye Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lanes, hello Multi Pass and Single Pass! Danie...

This week we're talking merch! What are our favorite Disney souvenirs, what are our kids' favorite Disney souvenirs, how we handle buying souvenirs with the kids, what we're shopping for this week (because when this episode a...

This week we're reviewing all of the character dining experiences currently available at Disney World. Want to have breakfast with Mickey or Cinderella? Reach out to Danielle at daniellegriggs@fantasticalvacations.com and let...

Hayley's living her best life on Disney Cruise Line's Wish, so this week Danielle is chatting about what it's like to work with her as a travel advisor. Want to find out what it's like for yourself? Email Danielle at danielle...

This week Danielle is breaking down some of the things she likes to do on her rest days at Disney World (spoiler alert: she does not like to rest...). Want to book a trip with one of this week's amazing Disney deals? Reach ou...

Not our favorite topic, but a necessary one! This week Danielle is breaking down the details of what happens if you need to cancel your Disney World vacation. And although we hope you never have to do this yourself, it's not ...

This week Danielle and Hayley are rummaging through their packing lists for Disney trips with just themselves and with the whole crew. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the final list! Want some help planning your vacat...

Hayley's still fighting the plague, so it's another solo Danielle episode! This time she's chatting about ways you can save money on food at Disney World if you opt to skip the dining plan. Want to get planning? Email us at m...

Anyone hungry? This week Danielle and Hayley are getting into the nitty gritty on dining plans at Disney (which come back 1/9/24) - and specifically the Disney Dining Plan. What's new, what the best strategy for maximizing th...

What's a split stay, you ask? Why, it's a trip where you stay at more than one hotel, and it's basically Danielle and Hayley's favorite thing ever. We're breaking it all down for you in this week's episode. Liking the podcast...

This week we're breaking down some great princess interaction experiences available at Disneyland and Disney World. Plus, a special guest! Want to plan a trip? Reach out and Danielle will help you! Just email us at mickeywith...

This week Danielle's chatting about ways she beats the heat at Disney World as a super wimpy lady. Interested in any of the products she talks about? Check out the links below (these aren't affiliate or sponsored links, just ...

On episode 5 of Mickey with Minis , we're breaking down your hotel options to help you figure out where to stay for your Walt Disney World Vacation. Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

On episode 2 of Mickey with Minis , Danielle and Hayley talk about some of the logistical considerations to have in mind when you first get started thinking about planning a Walt Disney World Vacation. They then chat about th...