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My milestone birthday trip to Disney World is complete, and my Mom joins me on the pod today for a recap. We had an amazing multigenerational trip to Disney World on Halloween and we have so many tips to share with you. From navigating the park as a senior, and cookie hacks, to character breakfasts, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, to some rookie mistakes...you’ll learn all you need to know to make your next Disney visit full of multigenerational magic.
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I had the privilege of interviewing the amazing Robert Niles, founder and editor of Theme Park Insider! He shares with us the latest scoop from the theme park world about construction delays, how streaming services and Hollywood Strikes are affecting the future of Disney, and his fascinating predictions about potential upcoming attractions. This is an episode that you don't want to miss!
Connect further with Theme Park Insider:
Website: https://www.themeparkinsider.com/
IG: @themeparkinsider
Newsletter Sign-Up: https://themeparkinsider.substack.com/
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My friend and fellow travel advisor, Nikki, is here and we’re sharing with you our fabulous adventure on a non-private VIP tour at Universal Studios! Tune in for this insider look at the new Minion Land, behind-the-scenes experiences, delicious treats you have to try, and a surprising encounter with a Universal Studios insider.
Connect with Nikki on IG @travel_with_Nikki
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I’m diving headfirst into the topic that I've been putting off since I started this podcast. Yes, my friends, it's time to tackle the hot and controversial topic of Disney Genie+. We’ll cover purchasing and scheduling strategies, rules and stipulations, and little-known hacks so you don’t miss out on your favorite rides. I’m giving you the tips you need to decide how (or if!) you should use Disney Genie+ at your next Walt Disney World visit.
List of Lightning Lane attractions: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/genie/lightning-lane/
Nikki's Virtual Queue tips: https://www.travelwithnikki.com/reviews
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Are Disney Cruises just for kids? Not according to Julia Levine, who has enjoyed 15+ sailings and is my guest for today's episode. We discuss the different ships (including which ones to choose for the best adults-only experiences), why we're not excited about Disney's new Caribbean destination, and whether or not the themed cruises are worth it. Tune in for these discussions, plus some tips to make the best of a Disney cruise experience!
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I share the spotlight with my good friend Les today, who takes us behind-the-scenes of "the plaids" - aka VIP tour guides - at Walt Disney World. He shares his Disney origin story, what it takes to be in that elite role, and shares some celebrity hot goss. You'll never guess who he's still friends with today!
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I'm joined by Rebecca Gonser from Virgin Voyages to delve into all the specifics of the upcoming "Sex and the City" themed group cruise to Greece, set for June 2024! Tune in to get a sneak peek into the luxurious accommodations, breathtaking destinations, and fabulous activities that await you on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
You're invited to join us! Learn more and register by the end of October for the best deal: https://traveljoy.com/bookings/DevK23iobk5cBuR95APchcyQ
Find Rebecca's full presentation, including visuals, in the Makin' Memories Insiders Facebook group.
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Part two of my European River Cruise is here! Join me on a riveting journey where we’ll savor Middle Eastern cuisine in Prague, follow in the footsteps of the von Trapp family during a Sound of Music tour in Strasbourg, and embark on an emotional visit to the Dachau concentration camp. Tune in for an unforgettable exploration of history, culture, and personal reflection.
In case you missed episode 19's announcement about the Sex and the City group cruise on Virgin Voyages, head over to the Makin' Memories Insiders Facebook Group for all of the details!
Download my free guide: 10 Tips for A Luxe Disney Vacation or connect with me on Instagram @michelevisitsmickey.
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Due to some life challenges, part 2 episode of my Europe River Cruise trip is postponed until next week. But, that means that you get to enjoy an encore of our most popular episode with Once Upon a Wardrobe! We talk everything from Disney & Universal style, to how this podcast got its name, to whether or not to use packing cubes. Join us for a lively conversation among friends.
If you book your trip through Makin' Memories Travel and use any service from Once Upon a Wardrobe you get a bonus travel day outfit!
Connect with Once Upon a Wardrobe in all of these places:
Website
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TikTok
Facebook
YouTube
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If you are a bougie traveler like me, you need to check out a river cruise! In today's episode I share about the epic experience that I just had on a 7-day European river cruise. Tune in to hear all about the phenomenal food, itinerary, and unique experiences that I had on this adventure.
In case you missed last week's announcement about the Sex and the City group cruise on Virgin Voyages, head over to the Makin' Memories Insiders Facebook Group for all of the details!
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Jet Setting With Me is a luxury travel podcast about set-jetting — the destinations we see on screen and can't stop thinking about — and how a working travel advisor turns those daydreams…
Hosted by Michele Schwartz, founder of the Jet Setting With Me travel design agency and a Certified Travel Associate (CTA), the show explores set-jetting as a discipline rather than a trend: the work of designing itineraries around the films, shows, and series shaping where people want to go next. Episodes cover luxury travel design, cruise destinations (both ocean and river), theme park travel, and multigenerational and group travel — pairing the behind-the-scenes of a location with the operational reality of building a trip there. What to expect, what to skip, what most travelers miss, and the small editorial choices that separate a thoughtfully designed itinerary from one that's been assembled out of a brochure.
Most episodes are solo. The occasional guest joins when the conversation calls for it.
Michele has spent 35 years in hospitality — beginning at the front desk of Walt Disney World resorts across all three tiers, then through event planning and the weddings industry, and now into custom travel design for clients who want their trips designed rather than packaged. That operational background runs through every episode, and it's the part most travel podcasts don't have.
Follow @jetsettingwithmichele on Instagram.