{"podcast":{"title":"The Laid-Back Magic® Way: A Disney World Planning Podcast","slug":"the-laid-back-magic-way-a-disney-world-planning-podcast-7200175","podcast_index_feed_id":7200175,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-laid-back-magic-way/","website_url":"http://laidbackmagicway.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/262e1054-70d8-4352-8966-52663357d144/CI5mWCLq8mXlj6FkpwlXfIvF.jpg","author":"Dana Stanley","episode_count":75,"summary":"Planning a Disney vacation shouldn’t leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or questioning if you’re “doing it right.” You want a trip your family will remember for years—but between endless online advice and all the moving parts, it’s easy to feel buried in details and unsure where to start. Here’s the good news: It’s not your fault. The problem isn’t you—the rigid, one-size-fits-all strategies forget every family is different. That’s where I come in. I’m Dana Stanley, creator of Laid-Back Magic® and a mom of three who knows exactly what it’s like to balance magical family dreams with real-life challenges. After over 16 years of planning Disney trips, I’ve learned that success isn’t about chasing perfection or treating your vacation like a To Do list—it’s about finding what works for your family and leaving room for the magic. On this podcast, I share simple, actionable tips, mindset shifts, and expert insights to help you plan Disney trips that feel even better than they look on paper. You’ll also hear real-life trip recaps, honest reviews, and guest perspectives to inspire your next vacation. I know how important this trip is to you, and I’ve been there—balancing nap times, b…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-06T20:18:38.295073+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-laid-back-magic-way-a-disney-world-planning-podcast-7200175"},"episode":{"title":"47: My 2025 Year Review: What I Nailed & What I Failed, Disney World Planning Edition","slug":"47-my-2025-year-review-what-i-nailed-what-i-failed-disney-world-planning-edition","published_at":"2025-12-29T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-laid-back-magic-way-a-disney-world-planning-podcast-7200175/47-my-2025-year-review-what-i-nailed-what-i-failed-disney-world-planning-edition","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-laid-back-magic-way-a-disney-world-planning-podcast-7200175","url":"http://laidbackmagicway.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/12cf0ad8-fe51-4250-b019-b3eed93df0e8.mp3","summary":"Read the full show notes for this episode HERE! If you have ever looked back on a Disney trip and thought some things worked beautifully and other things completely missed the mark, this episode is for you. In this year review, I am walking you through my honest 2025 Disney World planning wins and fails so you can learn from both. This year review is not about perfection or doing Disney the “right” way. It is about real life Disney World planning with kids, energy levels, expectations, and shifting priorities. I am sharing the things I truly nailed, the Disney mistakes I wish I could redo, and the Disney World trip tips I am carrying with me into 2026. Whether you are deep in Disney World planning mode or just reflecting on past trips, this year review will help you feel more confident about what actually matters and what you can let go of next time. In this episode, I share: • The Disney World planning decisions that worked better than expected • The biggest Disney mistakes I made and what they taught me • Realistic Disney World trip tips for families traveling with kids • Why this year review changed how I think about priorities and expectations • How to approach Disney World planning with less pressure and more flexibility If you are trying to avoid common Disney mistakes, want practical Disney World trip tips, or just enjoy an honest year review from someone who lives and breathes Disney World planning, this episode will help you head into your next trip with clarity and confidence. Let me know what resonated with you and what lessons you are taking into your own Disney World planning over on IG: @somewhereworthwhile RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Top episodes of the year: 23: First Time to Disney World? 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