Join us, the Willard family of four, as we discuss all things related to traveling with toddlers. We cover all aspects of family travel including: destination research & decision making, our planning process, packing & preparing, details from the actual trip, and wrap it all up with a recap of the do's, don'ts, and things we would do differently. We'll also do a fully transparent dive into the financials of the trip - everything from point accumulation & usage to hotel fees and food costs. Where will our travels take our family next....? Subscribe and listen in to find out!
Wayfaring Willards
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Join us, the Willard family of four, as we discuss all things related to traveling with toddlers. We cover all aspects of family travel including: destination research & decision making, our planning process, packing & preparing, details from the actual trip, and wrap it all up with a recap of the do's, don'ts, and things we would do differently. We'll also do a fully transparent dive into the financials of the trip - everything from point accumulation & usage to hotel fees and food costs. Where will our travels take our family next....? Subscribe and listen in to find out!
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July 25, 2024
Wayfaring Willards Family Travel Recap and 2024 Catch-up
<p>After a little hiatus thanks to life and other things, we are finally back to recording and publishing our family travel podcast! </p> <p><br></p> <p>We have been busy getting content out on our <a href="https://www.wayfaringwillards.com/travel-blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">travel blog</a> and Instagram - @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/wayfaringwillards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">wayfaringwillards</a> - to keep up with everything that is going on in the world of family travel. </p> <p><br></p> <p>This year, we have visited Isle of Palms, Nashville, and Southport. But we aren't finished yet! Next month, we're off to Walt Disney World before school schedules dictate our travel schedules. </p> <p><br></p> <p>There have been some major changes this summer that will impact Walt Disney World, including the sunsetting of the Genie+ system in favor of a re-branded FastPass system now called Lightning Lane System. This will include the Lightning Lane Multipass & Lightning Lane Single Ride platforms that will allow advanced ride reservations. No more are the days where you have to get up and fight for reservations at 6:55AM. Now, WDW Resort guests, Swan & Dolphin guests, and Shades of Green guests will be able to book advanced ride reservations up to 7-days in advance of their visit. All others will be able to book up to 3-days of their scheduled park visit date. </p> <p><br></p> <p>We have you covered with our handy-dandy Lightning Lane System guide that's available FOR FREE on our <a href="https://www.wayfaringwillards.com/free-travel-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Travel Resources page</a>! And we will have more to report on once we get back from our trip!</p> <p><br></p> <p>As always, we'd love your support by subscribing to and sharing our podcast - plus check out our blog + instagram account to make sure you're getting all of the content we're putting out to help families traveling with younger kids!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Are you looking to plan some family travel? We can help! Get your free <a href="https://www.wayfaringwillards.com/travel-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Travel Quote</a> now and let's start planning your next magical & memorable vacation!</p>
March 8, 2024
Wayfaring Willards - Walt Disney World 101: Genie +
<p>What is <a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/genie/genie-overview/">Genie+</a>?</p> <ol> <ol> <li><p>Pay to skip the line service (the “new” Fast Pass)</p> </li> <li><p>Tiers:</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Genie (free – Tip Board; personalized itinerary under “My Day” according to MDE)</p> </li> <li><p>Genie+ - paid service with daily pricing and varies per park (and includes Disney Photo pass attraction images and Audio Tales access; purchased at midnight on park day):</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Magic Kingdom – on average $27/person</p> </li> <li><p>EPCOT – on average $17/person</p> </li> <li><p>Hollywood Studios – on average $21/person</p> </li> <li><p>Animal Kingdom – on average $15/person</p> </li> <li><p>Park Hopper – on average $27/person</p> </li> <li><p><em>Prices can range $15-35 (day-based pricing)</em></p> </li> </ol> <li><p>ILL – separately purchased lightning lanes for most popular attractions (can purchase up to two ILLs per day):</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Magic Kingdom – Seven Dwarfs and TRON (expecting one for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure)</p> </li> <li><p>EPCOT – Guardians of the Galaxy</p> </li> <li><p>Hollywood Studios – Rise of the Resistance </p> </li> <li><p>Animal Kingdom – Flight of Passage</p> </li> </ol> <li><p><em>Honorable Mention: Virtual Queues </em></p> </li> <li><p>Lightning Lanes, ILLs and Virtual Queues can all be booked at 7am on park day</p> </li> </ol> </ol> <li><p>How long is your lighting lane valid? – 1 hour (can check in 5 minutes before, and up to 20 minutes after your window)</p> </li> <li><p>When can you book your next lightning lane? – 2 hour rule and badging in</p> </li> <li><p>How do you cancel/modify a lightning lane? - Can look for a different return time via the MyDisney Experience app </p> </li> </ol> <ol> <li><p>Conventional wisdom using Genie+:</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Magic Kingdom - Peter Pan, Jungle Cruise, Big Thunder Mountain, Space Mountain</p> </li> <li><p>EPCOT - Test Track, Remy’s, Frozen, Soarin’</p> </li> <li><p>Hollywood Studios - Slinky Dog Dash, Tower of Terror, Rockin’ Roller Coaster, Millenium Falcon Smuggler’s Run, Toy Story Mania, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway</p> </li> <li><p>Animal Kingdom - Na’vi River Journey, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Expedition Everest</p> <p><br></p> <p>Helpful resources:</p> </li> </ol> </ol> <ol> <ol> <li><p>AllEars.net (YouTube)</p> </li> <li><p>Ear Scout (YouTube)</p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://somewhereworthwhile.com/the-genie-toolkit">Somewhere Worthwhile Genie+ toolkit</a></p> </li> </ol> </ol> <p> </p>
March 1, 2024
Wayfaring Willards - Walt Disney World 101: Disney Dining Plan & Enchanted Extras
<p>Get ready to cover reservation timelines, Disney Dining Plan, and Enchanting Extras! </p> <ol> <li><p>60-Day Reservations</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs)</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Reservations can be made 60 calendar days in advance of your arrival day at WDW</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>If you’re staying at a Disney resort, you can book reservations for your entire trip on the 60-day mark (up to 10 days)</p> </li> <li><p>If you are staying off property, you must make reservations in sequential days </p> </li> <li><p>Example: for our August trip, I can begin booking reservations on June 5th, 2024</p> </li> </ol> <li><p>Reservations open around 6am (however, Disney likes to open time slots around 5:45am on occasion)</p> </li> <li><p>Reservations could be your ticket into the park early – you may dine at a park table service restaurant before park opens!</p> </li> </ol> <li><p><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/enchanting-extras-collection/">Enchanting Extras</a> Reservations (examples below):</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Bibbidi Boppity Boutique</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Reservations can be made at midnight for BBB</p> </li> </ol> <li><p>VIP Tours</p> </li> <li><p>Harmony Barber Shop</p> </li> <li><p>Golf</p> </li> <li><p>Spa services</p> </li> <li><p>Dessert Parties and Fireworks Cruises</p> </li> <li><p>Surf Lessons at Typhoon Lagoon </p> </li> <li><p>Savi’s workshop</p> </li> </ol> </ol> <li><p>Helpful Apps/Service Providers (can only be used within 60 days of your trip)</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Mousewatcher</p> </li> <li><p>Stakeout – this is what I use, personally</p> </li> <li><p>Best Mouse Dining Watcher</p> </li> <li><p>MouseWait fo Disney World</p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://magicalalerts.com/#/whatwedo">Magical Alerts</a></p> </li> <ol> <li><p>1 alert = $5</p> </li> <li><p>7 alert bundle = $30</p> </li> </ol> <li><p>Add More Magic </p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Paid service that takes reservations off of you and on to a provider – you will not be charged unless your desired booking is secured</p> </li> <li><p>Pricing</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Enchanting Extras - $12/guest (BBB, Harmony Barber Shop, Savi’s Workshop)</p> </li> <li><p>Dining - $3/guest</p> </li> </ol> </ol> </ol> <li><p>Canceling reservations</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Be sure to check the policy for each restaurant and/or enchanting extra. For the majority, you may cancel up to 2 hours ahead of your reservations without a fee. A $10 fee will be charged for no-shows or under the 2-hour window. </p> </li> <ol> <li><p>However, there are some such as Bibbidi Boppity Boutique that require 24 hours notice, or you incur the $10 fee. </p> </li> </ol> <li><p>Policies can be found on the My Disney Experience site and app</p> </li> </ol> <li><p><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/plans/">Disney Dining Plan (DDP)</a></p> </li> <ol> <li><p>When purchasing the DDP, must be purchased per night of your stay, and for all guests ages 3 and up</p> </li> <li><p>Disney Quick Service Dining Plan - $22.40 per child per night, $53.55 per adult per night</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>2 Quick-Service Meals (per night of stay) – per night of your vacation stay</p> </li> <li><p>1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay) – per night of your vacation stay (can sub for an alcoholic beverage if over 21)</p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/#/quick-service-dining-plan/">Quick service locations participating</a></p> </li> </ol> <li><p>Disney Dining Plan - $27.90 per child per night, $88.55 per adult per night</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>1 Quick-Service Meal (per night of stay) – per night of your vacation stay</p> </li> <li><p>1 Table-Service Meal (per night of stay) – per night of your vacation stay</p> </li> <ol> <li><p>Some restaurants require redeeming 2 table service credits (examples: Cinderella’s Royal Table and Toppolino’s for lunch and dinner)</p> </li> </ol> <li><p>1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay) 🡪 per night of your vacation stay</p> </li> <li><p>1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug – refillable at any Disney World Resort</p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/#/dining-plan/">Table service locations participating (includes character dining)</a></p> </li> </ol> </ol> </ol> <p> </p>
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