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Serena and her team are dishing out all the latest park news each week to get you ready and excited for your next theme park visit! You'll also find tons of reviews and insider tips to get the most out of your Orlando, Disney World, and Universal Studios vacations.
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Starting June 28, 2026, Walt Disney World is implementing major changes to transportation leaving Disney Springs. Buses and Sassagoula River Cruise boats to the resorts now require proof of a valid hotel stay, dining reservation, or Enchanting Extras booking. Social media has erupted with complaints, claims that resort hopping is dead, and accusations of Disney being greedy. But what’s really happening? In this episode, we break down exactly who this change affects (and who it doesn’t), how t...
Join us on Living by Disney for a delicious deep dive into Disney Parks food nostalgia and current favorites with Carly Caramanna! In this episode, we sit down with veteran theme park journalist, food writer, passionate Disney enthusiast, and good friend of the show Carly Caramanna. As co-author (with Julie Tremaine) of the highly anticipated The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook — releasing October 13, 2026 — Carly shares the stories behind 60+ nostalgic recipes inspired by legenda...
Planning a Disney World trip this summer? Don’t let the brutal Florida heat ruin your magical vacation! In this episode of the podcast, we’re sharing your complete Disney World Summer Survival Guide — packed with practical strategies to stay cool, comfortable, and happy even when the temperatures soar. Discover how to master your daily schedule by starting early, taking smart midday breaks, and returning in the evening for cooler temps and beautiful nighttime vibes. Learn which rides to tackl...
Join me as I recap all the exciting new summer openings at Walt Disney World! In this episode, I share my personal reviews of the brand-new Mandalorian & Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the rethemed Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring The Muppets, Soarin’ Across America at EPCOT, Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom, the stunning new Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios, and more. Organized park-by-park for easy listening, I also dive into my experience at the recent m...
Welcome to the Living by Disney podcast! In today's episode Serena is sharing about her chef-led culinary food tour at Disney's Animal KIngdom park. Along the way she'll share the 7 new snacks and sips you'll want to try on your next trip, as well as Nomad Lounge's brand new menu items, and what it's like to experince a signature dining experience at Tiffins. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/jmQ6qD9c0I4 But more than that, you'll hear first hand from Exective Chef and Culi...
Get ready for the ultimate guide to Cool Kids’ Summer 2026 at Walt Disney World (May 26 – September 8)! In this episode, I break down all the exciting new experiences: Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom, the Muppets-themed Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Mandalorian & Grogu updates on Smugglers Run, Jessie’s Roundup Revue, Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!, GoofyCore parties, H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon, and so much more. I share exclusive insights from my interviews with Disn...
Have you ever wondered is Disney Vacation Club is worth it? Or maybe even what exactly it is? Today Serena is joined by her friend and DVC member Megan DuBois to break down exactly how DVC works and what it costs. You'll also hear how you can try it out and see if it'll be a good fit for your next vacation. You can connect with Megan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/minglingwithmegan/
Should You Buy a Disney World Annual Pass in 2026? Honest Pros, Cons & New Summer Perks for Passholders In this episode of Living by Disney, I’m breaking down the big question so many of you are asking right now: Is a 2026 Walt Disney World Annual Pass actually worth it for your family — or should you stick with single-day tickets? Whether you’re a once-a-year visitor wondering if the upfront cost makes sense, or a current passholder excited for the latest perks, I give you the unbiased s...
Serena and her team are dishing out all the latest park news each week to get you ready and excited for your next theme park visit! You'll also find tons of reviews and insider tips to get the most out of your Orlando, Disney World, and Universal Studios vacations.
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