Geekin' On WDW | Trip Reports From A Community of Disney World Fans

Nick and Carlin share what they’ve learned taking one-year-old twins to Disney World—from first haircuts and birthday celebrations to Polynesian fireworks, resort time, dining, naps and why slowing down created some of their most magical family memories.

This week, Curtis welcomes his good friend Kate back to the podcast to share her family’s unforgettable seven-night Alaskan cruise aboard the Disney Wonder . The trip was originally planned for Kate and her husband, Pete—but when their 16-year-old daughter, Allie, asked to join them, they realized there might not be many more years when she would want to vacation with Mom and Dad. Together, they s...

This week, Curtis welcomes longtime listener Meredith and her 13-year-old son, Declan , for a fun and heartfelt look back at their incredible two-week Walt Disney World vacation. This wasn’t an ordinary family trip. Meredith brought together her family and the families of her three college roommates—eight adults, seven kids and more than 20 years of friendship! We geek out about: 🏨 Split stays at...

Planning your first Walt Disney World vacation can feel overwhelming. How far ahead should you plan? How much should you budget? Do you really need to schedule every minute? And what about all those Disney extras you may not even know exist? This week, I’m continuing our Disney World for Beginners series with two great friends and Disney experts — Toni-Ann Zarcone , co-host of the Disney Crush Pod...

This week, Curt welcomes longtime Geek Christina Marriott to the podcast for a summer Walt Disney World trip report packed with planning strategies, family memories, great food—and a few hot takes! Christina describes herself as “the binder lady without the binder,” and she definitely did her homework. She researched historical crowd patterns, planned around the July heat, used Lightning Lanes and...

This week, Curtis welcomes Lisa to the podcast for the first time! Lisa shares the emotional story of where her love for Disney began, why walking into the Magic Kingdom still reminds her of her dad and mother-in-law, and how her Disney vacations have changed over the years. We also geek out about her trip to Disneyland Paris , including why she thinks Phantom Manor might actually be better than H...

Episode 682 — Dream Disney Weekends, Golden Girls & Disney This or That This week, Cousin Heather Stone Capelle is back, and we’re having one of those conversations that feels like hanging out with friends and geeking out about Disney for an hour. We start by designing our dream Disney weekends with friends . Heather builds the ultimate Golden Girls getaway with her daughter and her Disney fri...

In this episode of the Geekin' on Walt Disney World Podcast, host Curtis Stone sits down with local correspondent Jason to get a fresh 'boots on the ground' perspective of the parks. Jason has been living in the Orlando area for three years and has some incredible tips on how to navigate the summer heat, find hidden dining gems, and experience unique character interactions. From the newly revamped...

Wendy and Samantha share a Disney World trip packed with resort hopping, great food, pin trading, Geekin’ friends, champagne—and only three rides!

What happens when you’re wrapping up a long Disney day, riding the bus back to your resort, and suddenly realize one of your Disney Geek friends is sitting just a few seats away—even though you had no idea he was in Florida? This week, Curtis is joined by his good friend Andy Hoffman for a fun conversation that begins with an unexpected reunion on a Port Orleans Riverside bus. Andy shares stories...

This week, I’m joined by Matt Robinson , the son of my good friend and longtime Disney Geek Dan Robinson, to recap a very special father-and-sons trip to Walt Disney World. Matt traveled with Dan and his brother Ben for a birthday celebration filled with great food, new attractions, Disney lounges, and a split stay at Old Key West and the new Polynesian Island Tower. But before the trip could even...

Can you have an unforgettable Walt Disney World vacation without ever stepping inside a theme park? This week, Curtis is joined by fellow Disney Geek Chris Futrell to answer that very question. Together they each share their favorite Disney experiences beyond the park gates—from relaxing resort days and incredible dining to hidden lounges, fireworks cruises, Disney Springs, and some of Walt Disney...

After years of trying—and a few canceled trips—Wendy Fox finally made it to Disneyland! Joining Curtis is returning guest Samantha as they compare Walt's original park to Walt Disney World, sharing first impressions, favorite attractions, resort experiences, food reviews, planning tips, and the little details that make each Disney destination special. If you've ever wondered whether Disneyland bel...

Bill and I review our favorite top 10 rides and attractions at Disney World.

This week, Wendy Fox steps in as special guest host to interview Margita about our May trip that started with one very Disney Geek reason — expiring Southwest airfare credits — and turned into a fun split stay between Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. Margita shares what it was like staying at Universal’s brand-new Stella Nova Resort, walking into Epic Universe for the first time, and compa...

Jessica Oden shares her family’s spring break Disney World trip, with smart planning tips, character dining wins, Wait Magic strategy, All-Star Music resort, sweet kid moments, and Disney magic through fresh eyes.

We spend this episode with Scott and Karen from the Mickey Files podcast, talking about recent Disney World visits, park favorites, and their day together at Epcot.

Jen shares a relaxing Disney Fantasy cruise filled with spa days, Lookout Cay, and unforgettable mother-daughter memories.

After 20 years away, Curtis returns to Universal Orlando to experience Epic Universe for the first time and shares what surprised him most, how it compares to Walt Disney World, and why Disney still feels like home.

Hey Disney Geeks! This week, Curtis is joined once again by one of our favorite members of the Geekin’ family — Kayleen — as she shares a Walt Disney World trip report from a rare just-the-two-of-them Disney vacation with her husband Scott. This trip had a little bit of everything we love around here… Rope drop strategy Split-stay resort talk Disney food and drinks Animal Kingdom stories Magic Kin...

This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast , we’re lacing up the running shoes, grabbing a beignet, and heading into a Disney trip that started with runDisney Springtime Surprise weekend — but quickly became about so much more than miles and medals. Curtis is joined by three Geekin’ family favorites — Holly, Laura, and Heidi — for a fun, relaxed, and very Disney Geek-style trip report f...

What happens when you mix… A surprise resort upgrade… A once-in-a-lifetime concert at Epcot… Spring break crowds… Rainstorms… And a six-year-old who just gets Disney magic? You get one unforgettable story. This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast , Curtis catches up with Lindsay Velecina— A longtime member of the Geekin’ family— Who brings not one… But two completely different Disney...

We Started With One Question… What Is Disney World Really? If you’ve ever thought about planning a trip to Walt Disney World and immediately felt overwhelmed… You’re not alone. And honestly—that’s exactly why this episode exists. This week on the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast , Curtis sits down with his longtime friend Joe… A self-proclaimed Disney novice. He’s been once. He’s got questions...

Sometimes the best Disney trips aren’t the ones where you do the most… They’re the ones where you finally slow down enough to feel it. This week on the podcast, I sat down with my longtime buddy Bubba—a true Geekin’ family member—who came back to Walt Disney World after stepping away for a while… and had a trip that completely changed his perspective. And honestly… this one stuck with me. Planning...

Hey Disney Geeks! Curtis Stone here, host of the Geekin’ on Walt Disney World Podcast . This week’s episode is one of those conversations that perfectly captures what this community is all about… Friends Laughter Disney magic And a little bit of… EPIC adventure I’m joined by Samantha and Deirdre to recap an incredible trip that started with a Geek meetup at Walt Disney World … …and then turned int...