Episodes

OK, we realized we might have been overwhelming folks with our incredible nerdiness about dining plans, so we're mixing it up this week with a post-trip report about our FABULOUS sisters' birthday trip in February. Tune in for shenanigans and a few interruptions from Danielle's kids. We promise she'll be behind a locked door next week. Want to take your own sisters' trip and live your best lives? E-mail us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com to start planning with Danielle! Mickey with Minis podcast ...

Smackdown feels... aggressive, but that's what this is! This week we're doing a deep dive on the Disney Dining Plan and trying to beat each other - and the Mouse - by getting the most value out of our day. Spoiler alert: it gets a little weird, and Danielle's kids make several unplanned appearances. Want to make sure you get the most out of your Disney vacation? Email us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and let Danielle plan your trip! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

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 the plan's value, what do we love about it? Follow us on social media, leave us a like or review on Apple Podcasts, and hey, shoot us an email at mickeywithminis@gmail.com if you'd like to work with Danielle as your fantastical travel advisor! Mickey with Minis podcast out...

Buckle up, folks! This week Danielle and Hayley are giving you the good, the bad, and the ugly about taking to the skies with littles in tow. Want to book a trip? Email us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and Danielle will help you make it happen! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

It's a little bonus episode to start your week off right! Today Danielle and Hayley are breaking down all of the updates from D23. But don't worry, we'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming on Friday! Want to make sure you get to experience some of these changes for yourself? Email us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and Danielle will hook you up! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

It's our 20th episode, party party! This week, Hayley's reviewing her experience at the Happily Ever After Dessert Party at Magic Kingdom. Is it worth it? Who's it for? Would she do it again? Listen and find out! Plus, Danielle gives a quick rundown of all the big Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line news that has come out recently, including a sneak peek at Disney's latest cruise ship, the Treasure. Want to take advantage of any of an offer? Want to get yourself on the Treasure? E-mail Daniell...

Jumping the gun this week to get you The One About Hurricanes at Walt Disney World ASAP for anyone who is sweating out Idalia! This week Danielle and Hayley are sharing their experience with Hurricane Ian at Disney World last fall. Make sure you follow along on Facebook and Instagram for pics and video from Hurricane Ian! And if it's looking like a hurricane might impact your trip and you have any questions, feel free to email us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com . Mickey with Minis podcast o...

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? We would really appreciate a like or a review! Want to book a split stay, or any stay, really? Reach out to Danielle at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and she'll help you out! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week Hayley gives us a play by play of her adults-only Disney World trip with her husband. Tune in for the highs, the lows, and everything in between! Want to plan a trip? Reach out to us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and Danielle can help you out! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

Danielle's flying solo on this week's episode, and she's sharing some of her tips for those of us who have a spouse with... let's say "less enthusiasm" for the happiest place on earth. Liking the show? Won't you kindly leave us a review on Apple podcasts? We'll read on a future episode and then you'll be Disney-famous. JK, but really, we'll read it on the pod. Interested in planning a vacation? Email us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com to work with Danielle as your travel advisor, typically at no ...

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 mickeywithminis@gmail.com . Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week Hayley's giving us a sneak peek at the long weekend she has planned for herself and her husband at Disney World. Tune in and live your best life vicariously through them! Want to book your own amazing getaway? E-mail us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com and Danielle can be your travel advisor! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week, Danielle and Hayley are running through their Disney bucket lists! Tune in for a hilariously hodgepodge list of big splurges we dream about and little moments we just haven't gotten around to yet. Ratings and reviews are very welcome - we'll read any five star reviews on a future episode! Interested in planning a trip with Danielle as your travel advisor? Reach out at mickeywithminis@gmail.com ! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week features Hayley's triumphant return, and she and Danielle are running through the newly release Epcot Food & Wine Festival menus for 2023. Want to support the show? Give us a like or a review wherever you like to listen to podcasts. You can also work with Danielle as your travel advisor at www.daniellebooksvacations.com . Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

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 stuff she actually likes and uses). Want to support the show? Leave us a review or a rating, or let Danielle plan your next vacation! Reach out at mickeywithminis@gmail.com . Body Glide Anti-Chafing Balm Clip On Fan Mister Water Bottle Collapsible Cooler Giant Carabin...

Episode ten! We made it! This week Danielle is talking all about Disability Access Service (or DAS). And special guest Ella joins to talk about her experience with DAS... and cats. Always cats. IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode was published before the Disability Access Service was significantly changed in mid-2024. While this episode might contain some helpful background info, you should hop to episode 57 for the most up-to-date info (and, as always, check Disney's website for official program de...

Another big episode this week as we finally hear how Hayley's California trip went. Get ready for a plot twist! Interested in planning a vacation? E-mail us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com to get started with Danielle as your trusty travel advisor! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

Sorry for the technical difficulties folks! Sharing a better recording now. Buckle up, this is a big one! This week we're finishing up our resort showdown series with a battle of the deluxe resorts. Check it out, and leave us a review, if you feel moved to do so! Thinking of planning a Disney adventure? E-mail us at mickeywithminis@gmail.com to work with Danielle as your travel advisor! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week on Mickey with Minis we're getting punchy on too much coffee and battling it out with the moderate resorts. Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

This week on Mickey with Minis, the Disney World battle resorts are in an epic showdown. Listen in to see which resort wins! Mickey with Minis podcast outro music

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

Disney dropped some big news this week, so Danielle is giving you all the updates. Plus, an exciting personal announcement! 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 their own Disney planning philosophy and how they approach planning for their own trips. Mentioned in this episode is the TouringPlans.com crowd calendar , which is available for free about a month out, and available about a year out for a modest subscription fee to get y...

Who the heck are we? We're Danielle and Hayley, two Disney-obsessed sisters who want to help you have your most magical vacation ever. This introduction episode will help you get to know us a bit and features a comically unlightning-y lightning round of our Walt Disney World favorites. Mickey with Minis podcast outro music