792: We’re Going to Disney: Best Surprise Reveal Ideas for a Disney Vacation

Main Street Magic - A Walt Disney World Podcast

Jeremy Stein

Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Society & Culture, Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney, Epcot, Citywalk, Wdw, Universal Dining, Disney World, Kids & Family, Universal Studios, Places & Travel, Hollywood Studios, Disney, Universal Orlando, Magic Kingdom, Disney Resorts, Disney Dining, Islands Of Adventure

4.6 • 690 Ratings

🗓️ 25 July 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Summary

We’re diving into all the best ways to surprise your loved ones with the magical news—whether it’s a spontaneous, last-minute “we’re leaving right now!” kind of moment, or a carefully crafted, weeks-in-the-making reveal. Maybe you want to wake the kids up early, bags secretly packed, and tell them they’re heading to the airport instead of school. Or maybe you prefer a slow build—dropping hints, or creating a puzzle. In this episode, we’ll walk through a ton of fun and creative reveal ideas to fit every kind of family and every kind of trip—whether it’s Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or a Disney Cruise. Think scavenger hunts through the house with Disney-themed clues, custom puzzles that spell out the surprise, surprise boxes filled with ears and park maps, or even a special dinner with a magical dessert reveal. We’ve got ideas for high-energy moments, emotional reveals, and even low-key ways to share the news if your little ones need time to process big surprises. Then we’ll shift into countdown mode and share all the best ways to keep the excitement going once they know. From Disney-themed movie nights and DIY crafts to custom countdown calendars, sticker charts, and park-inspired meals, we’ll help you turn every day leading up to your trip into its own little celebration.

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0:00.0	On this episode, we're diving into one of the most magical parts of any Disney trip,
0:03.7	surprising your kids or family with the big announcement.
0:06.5	Today's July 25, 2025.
0:08.9	This is episode 792 of the Main Street Magic podcast.
0:12.9	Jeremy and Rhonda are more than a little pond of Disney World,
0:17.4	so they made this podcast to share it all with you.
0:25.1	Reports and resorts, top ten lists of all sorts main street magic's bringing it home for you hello and welcome to another episode of main street magic
0:33.1	i'm your host jeremy stein and as always i'm joined by my lovely wife ronda hey guys make sure you check us out on the web at mainstimagic.com, as well as follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at MaineSti Magic, and on TikTok at MSM podcast. Planning a trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World can be overwhelming and at times just downright frustrating. But don't worry because Mouse Dining removes the frustration
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1:27.6	every Tuesday and Friday. Well, I feel like today's recording location is fitting because
1:33.0	we are in the car on the way to Disney. Because in today's episode, we are talking about
1:38.5	making that announcement to your family, your kids, your friends, whoever it may be,
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