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Let’s talk about the Disney World planning advice that’s actually making your life harder.
You know the stuff: matching t-shirts for every day of the trip, waking up at the crack of dawn to rope drop, and spending hours figuring out are the Disney dining plans worth it…all in the name of “doing it right.”
But what if... that’s not what feels right to you?
In this episode, I’m breaking down the so-called “must-dos” that I’m officially opting out of, and what to do at Disney World instead to make your trip simpler, smoother, and way less stressy. Because here’s the deal: just because it’s trending on TikTok doesn’t mean it makes sense for your Disney World planning.
We're ditching the guilt and tuning into what works best for your crew.
Here’s what I’m unpacking in this episode:
- Why I’ve sworn off matching family tees, and what I do now that’s easier, cheaper, and actually makes my mornings smoother
- The truth about Disney World rope drop: is it really worth the hype, or are you just trading one line for another?
- Why I always use Lightning Lanes—even for “short wait” rides—and how this makes or breaks the day
- The honest answer to are the Disney dining plans worth it (especially if your kids barely eat and you love a good grocery delivery)
- What to do instead of blindly following the crowd when it comes to what to do at Disney World
If you’ve ever found yourself buried in Pinterest tabs or second-guessing every Disney World planning decision you make, this one’s for you. You’re not failing, you're just overwhelmed by a system built on too many shoulds.
So tell me—are you falling for any of this Disney World planning propaganda? Are you waking up early for Disney World rope drop, or buying into the hype of "free" dining? Or maybe you're saying no right alongside me? Let me know your thoughts over on IG: @somewhereworthwhile.
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