Disney Travel Secrets - How to do Disney

Rob and Kerri Stuart
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Travel TV hosts and authors Rob & Kerri Stuart share tips, advice, and insider knowledge about everything Disney. This includes the same advice they give their travel clients who are looking for that Disney magic for their vacation. You'll learn a lot in this fun and informative show as they talk about Walt Disney World, the parks, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, DisneyLand, or Disney California Adventure and the surrounding Disney resorts and dining options, including Disney Springs and Downtown Disney. Plus the two most popular segments: Are You Serious and Rob's Rant. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any of these shows that air every Monday.

  1. 6d ago

    Disney's Secret Suites Nobody Books (Because Nobody Knows They Exist)

    499 - There's a suite tucked into the turret corner of Yacht Club that most Disney veterans don't even know exists, and a three-bedroom Grand Villa at Grand Floridian big enough to sleep a small army. This week, Rob and Kerri pull back the curtain on the secret suites of Walt Disney World — the ones that never show up in a normal room search, from the Yosemite Suite at Wilderness Lodge to the two-story Royal Asante Suite at Animal Kingdom Lodge to the overwater Bora Bora Bungalows at Polynesian. CLICK HERE TO START PLANNING YOUR NEXT DISNEY ADVENTURE Plus: Disney Cruise Line opens 2027/2028 bookings to everyone starting September 8th (and why the Wish's transatlantic barely made it to Platinum), why Rob and Kerri are finally heading back to the Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic after a few years away, and what it really takes to 5X your travel agency with Creating Magic Vacations.

  2. Aug 31

    Disney Just Dropped Fall 2027 Cruise Itineraries — Here's Everything You Need to Know

    498 - Big news, Disney cruisers — the fall 2027 and spring 2028 itineraries just dropped, and Rob & Kerri are breaking down everything you need to know before you book. BOOK YOUR DISNEY CRUISE HERE In this episode, they cover the exact booking dates by Castaway Club tier (Pearl members, you're up first!), which ships are sailing from which of the seven ports — including standout options like a 12-night transatlantic crossing on the Disney Wish from Southampton to New York, a 14-night Panama Canal repositioning cruise, and a can't-miss Halloween sailing on the new Disney Destiny out of Fort Lauderdale. They also dish on Disneyland 2027 bookings now being open, share a fun fan encounter from their Walt Disney World trip, and offer their prediction on where the brand-new Disney Believe will make her debut. Whether you're chasing Alaska, the Southern Caribbean, or a Panama Canal bucket-list sailing, this episode will help you know exactly when and where to book.

  3. Aug 24

    How to Do Adventures by Disney Portugal + D23 Expo Lowlights

    497 - D23 Expo just wrapped, and while Disney fans got plenty of updates, Rob & Kerri break down why most of it was old news dressed up as "new" — from Villains Land's Maleficent coaster to Avengers Campus expansions to the new Disney Cruise Line ship. They cover what's actually changing at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, Disneyland, and beyond, plus a first look at upcoming movies like Frozen 3, Zootopia 3, and Lilo & Stitch 2. START PLANNING YOUR DISNEY ADVENTURE HERE Then, the real highlight of the episode: Rob & Kerri go behind the scenes of the Adventures by Disney trip to Portugal — a 9-day, 8-night land itinerary through Porto, the Douro Valley, Sintra, Cascais, Lisbon, and the Algarve. They share firsthand highlights from their own trip, including a private after-hours tour of Pena Palace, port wine tasting in the Douro Valley, kayaking, cheese-making and tile-painting workshops, and more — plus the hotels, flights, and meal inclusions you need to know before booking. If you've been eyeing Portugal but weren't sure how to experience it at a Disney level of detail, this episode is your guide.

  4. Aug 17

    Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World: The Ultimate Guide for California Park Fans

    496 - Are you a Disneyland annual passholder wondering if Walt Disney World is really worth the trip? In this episode of Disney Travel Secrets, travel agents and bestselling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart break down exactly what Disneyland regulars need to know before visiting Walt Disney World for the first time. Let's help you plan your Disney vacation - CLICK HERE to get started Rob and Kerri compare park size, security screening, hotel options, transportation (including the Disney World monorail system), and the key differences between Disneyland's Magic Kingdom, Disney California Adventure, and Walt Disney World's four theme parks — including Epcot and Animal Kingdom, which have no California equivalent. They also share tips on planning your trip length, the best times to visit, and rides you can only experience in Florida, like Tron, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avatar Flight of Passage. Whether you're planning your first Walt Disney World vacation or helping clients do the same, this episode will help you set the right expectations and make the most of your trip.

  5. Aug 10

    Minnie Series Part 3:Adventures by Disney & Rhône River Cruising

    495 - We wrap up our three-part "Minnie Series" on luxury Disney travel with the option people ask about least — and maybe the most luxurious of all: Adventures by Disney. Rob and Kerri explain how ABD applies the same "everything is handled for you" philosophy from Club Level and Cruise Concierge to guided trips anywhere in the world, led by Disney-trained Adventure Guides. Book your Adventures by Disney trip - start here We cover new 2026 itineraries to Greece and Switzerland, Adult Exclusive departures for travelers 18+, shorter multi-day "Escapes" trips, and ABD river cruises with AmaWaterways. Plus, a deep dive into the brand-new Adventures by Disney Rhône River sailing from Lyon to Arles, including exclusive excursions like the steam train through Tournon and options to kayak or climb the ancient Pont du Gard aqueduct — with a current $400-per-person savings offer (plus an extra $100 for D23 Gold Members) on select 2027 departures. We also share a travel agent success story and close out the series comparing Club Level, Concierge, and Adventures by Disney side by side. Join our Disney Travel Secrets Superfans Facebook group

  6. Aug 3

    Minnie Series Part 2: Concierge on Disney Cruise Line

    494 - In Part 2 of our "Minnie Series," Rob and Kerri dive into Concierge on Disney Cruise Line — often double the price of a regular verandah stateroom, but is it worth it? Let us help you plan your Disney Cruise Drawing from their own concierge sailings on the Disney Wonder in Alaska and the Disney Wish out of Port Canaveral, they break down the full concierge experience: dedicated pre-cruise planning support, priority check-in and boarding, the private Embarkation Day Welcome Reception, exclusive access to the Concierge Lounge and private sundeck, and personalized onboard service throughout your cruise. They also share an important Disney travel secret about the 135-day window for booking Port Adventures and onboard experiences, so you don't miss out on the best reservations. Plus a fun luggage story about Solgaard's sustainable, ocean-recycled-plastic travel gear, and this week's Disney Travel Secrets Superfans giveaway. Join our Disney Travel Secrets Superfans Facebook group

  7. Jul 27

    Minnie Series Part 1: Is Disney Resorts Club Level Worth It?

    493 - Is Club Level at Walt Disney World worth the extra money? In Part 1 of our "Minnie Series" on luxury Disney travel, Rob and Kerri break down everything you need to know about Club Level at Disney World Deluxe resorts (plus Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs).   Let us help you plan your Disney Vacation We cover the check-in experience, room locations, and a full rundown of what's actually served at breakfast, lunch, snack time, and dessert at every club — from Poly's Mickey pancakes to Animal Kingdom Lodge's African-inspired menu. Learn the names of all 10 Club Level lounges at Walt Disney World, what makes each one unique, and how to decide if Club Level fits your next Disney vacation. Plus, Disney news on the return of the Chef de France breakfast buffet during Epcot Food and Wine, and a Disney Travel Secrets Superfans giveaway. Join our Disney Travel Secrets Superfans Facebook group

  8. Jul 20

    Walt Disney World Construction Update 2026: Refurbishments You Need to Know Before You Go

    492 - Walt Disney World is in the middle of its biggest construction wave in years — and if you have a trip coming up, you need to know what to expect. In this episode of Disney Travel Secrets, hosts and best-selling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart break down every major Walt Disney World refurbishment and construction project happening right now, park by park and resort by resort. PLAN A VACATION STRESS FREE - START HERE You'll learn why Magic Kingdom's Frontierland is now the largest construction site in Disney history as it transforms into Cars Land's "Piston Peak," what's happening with the long-awaited Villains Land, and why Carousel of Progress just closed for a major overhaul. Rob & Kerri also cover Hollywood Studios' Monstropolis construction, the new Walt Disney Studios Lot and Muppets Rock n Roller Coaster, plus Animal Kingdom's Tropical Americas project replacing DinoLand. On the resort side, get the details on Disney's Polynesian Resort renovations (including the Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace closure), the Grand Floridian Cafe closure through October, Yachtsman Steakhouse's summer closure, the Turf Club Lounge closure at Saratoga Springs, and the annual Skyliner maintenance shutdown scheduled for January 24–30, 2027. Plus, don't miss the launch of Disney Travel Secrets' new Superfans giveaway series — starting with a pair of Mickey Mouse ears up for grabs in the Facebook group! Whether you're planning a Disney World vacation for this fall, Christmas, or beyond, this episode gives you the insider construction and refurbishment updates you won't find anywhere else. 🎧 New episodes every week. Subscribe for more Walt Disney World planning tips, insider hacks, and vacation-planning advice. Want help planning your next Disney vacation? Visit Creating Magic Vacations and click "Plan a Vacation" — and join us in the Disney Travel Secrets Superfans Facebook group for your chance to win!

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Travel TV hosts and authors Rob & Kerri Stuart share tips, advice, and insider knowledge about everything Disney. This includes the same advice they give their travel clients who are looking for that Disney magic for their vacation. You'll learn a lot in this fun and informative show as they talk about Walt Disney World, the parks, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, DisneyLand, or Disney California Adventure and the surrounding Disney resorts and dining options, including Disney Springs and Downtown Disney. Plus the two most popular segments: Are You Serious and Rob's Rant. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any of these shows that air every Monday.

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