Pixie Dust Podcast

Annie Frey and Tony Colombo discuss their upcoming Walt Disney World vacations. While WDW has announced some precautions that will be in place, as well as modifications and cancellations, many families are trying to decide if it is worth it to still go.

BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World presents a phased reopening plan for approval. Tune in today at 3:00 as we discuss this morning’s presentation, including information on reopening dates and protocols we know so far!

Disney World is the most magical place on earth! What concerns might you have when booking a Walt Disney World Vacation? We are here to help! In this episode, we discuss the biggest hesitations people often have when booking a WDW vacation. Concerns can span best and worst times of year, seasonality of the weather, crowd sizes and more. Some believe WDW is just for kids or looks too stressful for...

In this episode, we discuss some of the updates Disney has released on reopening the Shanghai park, and how we may see those protocols implemented here. We also discuss the reopening of Disney Springs on May 20, and what that may look like moving forward.

Annie welcomes her husband, Jarrod, onto the podcast to discuss how they came to be what some may call "Disney People." What is it like traveling to Walt Disney World for the first time with three small kids? How does one go about planning a trip when they don't speak the WDW language?  They share some of the Magic Moment stories, the happiness, some of the times things went wrong at WDW, and...

May the fourth be with you! It’s only fitting that on May 4th we feature Star Wars on this episode! Whether you are an expert level fan or have never seen the franchise, we talk about all things Star Wars at Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios, and discuss what attractions may suit you based on your level of Star Wars knowledge! Enjoy this episode you will.

What are YOUR go-to pieces of advice for someone embarking on their very first Walt Disney World vacation? Annie is the relative newbie. Erika is the lifer. Hear not only the adult must-dos but stick around to the end for all three of the kids' perspectives! (You DO NOT want to miss the three-year-olds picks!)

In this episode, we explore three different scenarios for booking a trip to Walt Disney World for a family of four. Just because the parks are closed right now, doesn’t mean that you have to stop planning! Disney is still taking reservations for June first and beyond. With just a $200, fully refundable deposit, you can secure your reservation, and begin planning your fast passes and dining r...

Our first official in-pandemic episode. The seriousness of the virus and its effect on the world somehow has us missing  Walt Disney World  even more. How have you been coping? We discuss the current WDW closures, some of Erika's experiences of having to cancel vacations that had been booked for months and months. And how we're managing to get through.

NEW EPISODE: When is the best time to GO to  Walt Disney World ? Of course, there are about a million factors that can go into a proper answer to this question. But it's one that is frequently asked be first time travelers. And truthfully, the answer will be different for every vacationer! We go over some of the most opportune times to travel to the most magical place on earth and some are su...

She walks you through the thought process behind laying it out the way she does. Also, she shares some lessons she's learned on previous trips that may also apply to your trip! Dining reservations, FastPasses, resort stays--enjoy walking through the anticipation of an upcoming trip!

Not your grandma's WDW, or is it? What has changed over the years and what remains the same? While some Disney lovers try to find themselves in the parks as frequently as humanly (and financially) possible, others may have the feeling that a visit to Walt Disney World is something they did, they've experienced, and that not much has changed. Boy! Not so fast! Here we discuss some of the many major...

When is it the right time to start actually planning a WDW trip? Is their a time too early? Too late? Annie and Erika discuss all the things that go into actually planning a trip. Also, how much do you need to have saved upfront? When is the balance owed? How do you save the most money? We discuss it all!

Meet Tony Colombo and listen to the Main Street Cred news.

Be... Our... Guest! Let's talk about dining credits! Who doesn't like to talk about food? Disney has some of the best chefs in the world on property and in this episode we talk about how to get the most out of your dining credits! Did you know that some signature dining restaurants cost two credits per person? How about that you can bank credits and don't have to use a certain amount each day? And...

What's a FastPass and why is it so important? When planning your first WDW vacation, or if you haven't been recently, you might wonder about this FP+ thing you keep seeing. What is it? What does it do? Is it worth using (omg, yes)? And what are some good strategies to maximizing your FastPasses for your family? We discuss it all! What's your favorite FastPass tip?

Going to WDW? What in the world do you pack? Shirts, shorts, swimsuit, french horn, check. Whether you're an over-packer (like myself) or a minimalist this episode will help you with your packing checklist. Tips and tricks on how to stay organized with your family, or just packing solo. Most importantly, don't forget your comfortable shoes, you don't want to miss this episode to find out why, and...

You booked a trip, now what? Dates and deadlines for making the most out of your trip How far in advance can you book your trip? When do you book dining or FastPasses? All things that we discuss in this episode. Making sure you plan ahead, and are prepared can really make your trip more magical. Making sure you note when final payment is due, and when to book your Magical Express tickets, listen i...

Want to save money on your WDW Vacation? This is the episode for you We always hear the number one reservation when planning a vacation is how much it's going to cost. The good news, is we have tips and tricks to get you the most bang for your buck. Want to avoid melt downs from your kiddos in the gift shops? Buy your souvenirs at your home stores and pack them before you leave, or give your kids...

Alllll abbooard! Let's talk Disney transportation! We start with the Magical Express, Disney's white-glove transportation service from MCO to your resort, and then go through how you get to the parks. Disney has you covered, from a bus or boat system to the classic monorail and even the new Skyliner Gondola system, in this episode we show you how hopping from place to place is a breeze!

You've decided you want to plan a Walt Disney World Vacation, now how do you budget for this vacation? In this episode, we talk about some of the best ways to plan and budget financially for your Walt Disney World Vacation. Disney regularly releases promotions, some that could save your family a lot of money! Make sure to bookmark this episode and listen when you have a chance, we talk about promo...