{"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":"48: Everything I’m Excited to See Coming to Disney World 2026","slug":"48-everything-i-m-excited-to-see-coming-to-disney-world-2026","published_at":"2026-01-05T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-laid-back-magic-way-a-disney-world-planning-podcast-7200175/48-everything-i-m-excited-to-see-coming-to-disney-world-2026","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/0fb7c030-cfdd-4ac1-aa94-a2b080708d11.mp3","summary":"Read the full show notes for this episode HERE! Thanks to our sponsor, Sarah of the Main Street Mom Get a free quote Add á la carte services Follow Sarah Every time Disney announces something new, it can feel like one more thing to keep up with. In this episode, I am breaking down what is coming to Disney World in Disney World 2026 that I am genuinely excited about and what actually matters for planning. This is not a full news roundup or a list of every single announcement. Instead, I am sharing the updates, Disney World ride closures, park changes, and small shifts that could actually affect how your days flow, how crowds move, and how you plan a Disney World trip in Disney World 2026 without adding overwhelm. I walk through what is coming to Disney World in Disney World 2026 from a realistic planning perspective, especially if you are traveling with kids and want your trip to feel calm instead of chaotic. From Magic Kingdom updates to Disney World ride closures and new experiences across the parks, this episode focuses on what feels exciting, what I am curious about, and what could change how you approach your plans. In this episode, I talk about • Magic Kingdom updates I am excited to see return or change • Disney World ride closures and how they could impact crowd flow • New experiences coming to Disney World in Disney World 2026 that are especially great for kids • What updates might be worth planning around and which ones are just nice bonuses • Small planning tools and app updates that could make Disney World 2026 trips easier If you are thinking ahead to Disney World 2026 and want to know what is actually worth paying attention to while planning, this episode will help you focus on what matters most. Which update coming to Disney World in Disney World 2026 are…","meta_description":"Read the full show notes for this episode HERE! 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