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Blog: Standby Skipper Tutorial and Review - Why you need it!

Today I discuss one of my favorite apps at Walt Disney World resort, Standby Skipper. This app takes the stress out of booking Genie+ and will book it for you. Of course, many strategies are still involved, but the stress level of having to remember what time the book and which ride to book next is greatly diminished with using this app.

They cannot book individual lightning lanes or virtual cues for you, but where you are used to having multiple phones doing the work Standby Skipper really reduces it to one person having to book those pay-per-ride experiences. 

One of the biggest bonuses is that if you were up at midnight and have already purchased Genie+, you can enter your 7 AM selection on standby skipper. That way, you don't have to wake up to book your first attraction at that time because they will book it for you. 

I cannot say enough positive things about Standby Skipper. It will forever be a part of my Disney experience.

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Today, go over the top 10 mistakes people make regarding the Disney vacation. As a parent, it took me a long time to formulate my rhythm at Walt Disney World. When traveling to Walt Disney World as a child or a young adult, you aren't thinking about all the tools you need to have a smooth day at the park. That transition from Disney kid to Disney mom was tricky because all I had were the good memories of being at the parks. But I don't remember seeing my parents exhausted or tired the way I fell after a day with my kids at the park.

Here are the things that I did to change the way I thought about Disney, how you approach my Disney vacation, and strategies I still use to this day turn sure that my kids have an awesome time at Walt Disney World, but I also have a fantastic time at Walt Disney World. The biggest thing we must remember is that this Disney vacation is not just for the kids. It's also for you with the parent.

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In this podcast episode, I talked about having mixed-age children and how to manage that at the parks. We will be potty training our youngest child while our oldest child will want to ride roller coasters. So there's a delicate balance and ensuring everyone has a great time while on vacation.
1. We'll talk about needing to know what resources are at your disposal in the parks. Especially for infants and toddlers, if you're breastfeeding, or if you're potty training. Knowing where your Baby Care Centers are located, the layout of the parks, and where restrooms are located if you plan to be in a specific area for a long time.
2. Managing tantrums as a parent at Walt Disney World, my joke is everyone becomes a gentle parent at Walt Disney World if they want to ensure peace on their vacation. I also explain the true definition of gentle parenting. There's a BIG misconception that peaceful parenting equals soft.
3. Setting expectations of older kids and how to make them feel like they have some control over their Walt Disney World vacation and the balance between having children of all different ages.
Then we review all the tools that you got from this podcast, and hopefully this will not only help you at the Disney parks, but also help you when managing expectations at home.

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In this podcast, we go over what I consider the four Disney traps. These things make Walt Disney World different from any other kind of vacation you'll take with your family. Many people need help understanding Walt Disney World, so it initially feels overwhelming to plan a vacation. 

Walt Disney World is 43 mi.², making it the size of San Francisco or twice the size of Manhattan. There are over 26 Disney resort collection hotels on property,  four parks, two water parks, and an entertainment epicenter at Disney Springs. In addition, you have the ESPN Sports complex that hosts competitions and sporting tournaments all year round, not to mention runDisney events. Then add on top of all of this it was built in a swamp.

In the podcast, I address why you are tired at Disney and ways to make Disney the best vacation your family will ever go on.

My Four Disney Traps:
1. Planning/Amusement Park Trap
2. An Overstimulating Park made for Children
3. The Most Expensive Vacation
4. The Disney Second Shift

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In this podcast, I discuss different strategies you can use at Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom is one of the most laid-back Park days you can have. However, many people skip Genie+ on this day because they hear you do not need it. After all, there are only a few long lines. While that is true, I am here to tell you that having Genie+ at Animal Kingdom can make your day more enjoyable because you won’t wait in any lines at all. Plus, you get to enjoy all the entertainment that Animal Kingdom offers.

Additionally, Animal Kingdom has the highest average wait times because Flight of Passage and Na’vi River create extended waits from 45 minutes to 3 hours, which can take up most of your day. If you plan, you can prepare for those wait times, but I do not believe Na’vi River is worth an 80-minute wait time. Unfortunately, there are very few strategies to avoid the Flight of Passage wait time. I hope this podcast provides enough information for you on maximizing your day using Genie+ at Animal Kingdom.

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In this podcast, I discuss different strategies you can use at Hollywood Studios. Hollywood Studios is a very tricky park for Genie+ for numerous reasons. First, it is the smallest of all Disney parks. It also has several high-demand rides with height requirements, which only allows a little room for families with toddlers or little ones that don't meet those height requirements. Additionally, even though a child meets a height requirement, it doesn't mean they are ready to take the plunge on the Tower of Terror. Finally, there are a lot of shows at Hollywood Studios and many really great dining experiences. I encourage people to make sure their day is a mix of both. Sometimes when you are super ride focused, you miss out on the little pieces that make Disney magical. I hope that this podcast provides enough information for you on how to maximize your day using Genie+ at Hollywood Studios.

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Join us as we discuss Epcot Genie+ Strategy!

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Are you overwhelmed by the Genie+ Service? Then, join us for our Genie+ Series! Today is an introduction to the entire Genie Service. If you feel more confused after this, do not worry. We will break it down by each park; by the end, you will feel confident in your ability to use Genie+.  Let's dive into understanding Genie+.

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