RDR 303: Listener Questions with Kathy formerly of the Plan Disney Panel

Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast

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Travel, Portorleans, Disney, Waltdisneyworld, Places & Travel, Ropedrop, Disneyland, Society & Culture, Cruise

5 • 707 Ratings

🗓️ 4 March 2022

⏱️ 53 minutes

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You asked and we answered! And for the extra help we welcome back Kathy K formerly of the Disney Mom's Panel. See below for a complete list of questions. Follow Kathy @kathyk671

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From Patrick - Genie Plus Strategy, which parks are the best to buy it and which can make do without it.

From CT Swiech - when is the dining plan returning?

From Aaron Shileny - tips for using Genie+ with a large group (10 or more people)

Michelle-Microwaves can people really request them?

Ryan Brady - what if anything will Disney do to combat universal‘s new park? Because that park seems (mind the pun) to be pretty epic. Also will we ever have a ride that connects to parks like Hogwarts express?

Holly Griffin - on one of your last podcast you mentioned having multiple battery packs for your phone how do you travel on a plane with those?

Jacey Rademacher - when do you think Disney will get back to normal crowds? Or will it ever?

@stephwalker78 - if you make a genie plus reservation at 7 AM for later in the day say 4 PM what time can you make the next one? 9 AM or 11 AM?

@stolch314 - in case something goes awry, can you still modify tableservice reservation so long as it is before your check in time? Oh and how early can I park at a resort before a dining reservation so I have time to check it out?

Wendy asks - what is the best plan of action for extended evening hours at Magic Kingdom? Will be at Magic Kingdom three days and will hopefully get to utilize the extended our on one of our days

Shutterbug_0603

If I come to Disney solo with a five and seven year old will my kids miss out on things because we wouldn’t be able to sit together or in the seven year old wouldn’t be able to sit solo this will be our first time

Kcarlile12-

How far ahead does Disney share what rhymes will be down for refurbishment and win? What time of year are most refurbishment happening? Was bummed to realize Everest was down on most of our recent trip what are the pros and cons of a split Resort stay? Are there any hidden gem locations to rest? Our last trip and first trip in a long time we were in the Magic Kingdom from open to close but didn’t know of any nice off the beaten path places to be a little quiet and rest already looking for more tips and strategies for next time thank you for your podcast how greatly and preparing for our trip in January looking forward to the new episodes

Suds_n_sun best place to relax, rest your feet and grab a beer?

Danideeter - what are the best days to visit each park or days to avoid and each park best days typically to avoid high crowds or wait times?

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0:00.0	We want to thank our amazing sponsor, the rope drop queen herself, Michelle McKnight.
0:03.9	She's a destination specialist with touring plans and can help you plan an amazing vacation.
0:08.3	Whether it's Disney, Universal, a cruise, or an all-inclusive, she can help you with booking,
0:12.3	planning, and strategizing to help you have an incredible experience at a great rate.
0:16.4	Contact her today at Michelle at touringplans.com.
0:19.8	Now, on to the show.
0:21.0	Helping you navigate the Disney Parks. With the hope that it will be a source of joy
0:25.7	and inspiration to all the world. You're listening to Rope Drop Radio. Welcome to another
0:32.2	Rope Drop Radio, Derek and Doug talking all things Disney and Doug are listeners asked and today we are answering lots of listener
0:41.6	questions coming at you today.
0:43.6	Yes, lots of questions, some answers.
0:46.9	Some answers.
0:47.8	We might be right.
0:48.6	We might be wrong, but we will answer the best of our ability, that's for sure.
0:52.3	But to up the Annie, we have a guest to help us
0:55.3	answer those questions. We do. Sometimes we need help, Doug. Sometimes. Sometimes. Thank you to our
1:01.7	spouses who are listening to this show and always helping us through everything. So anyway,
1:06.0	do you know who else helps us, Doug? Transition. Our patrons help us. They do. They are an amazing community. And no new
1:14.5	ones this week, but two long-term patrons. We have to give a shout-out to Heather Actong and
1:20.6	Jennifer Edmondson. I butcher those last names. I think you got the second one. Okay, good.
1:26.1	I love interacting with you guys, but yeah, I'm not the best at names. Neither think you got the second one. Okay, good. I love interacting with you guys, but yeah,
1:29.3	I'm not the best at names. Neither is Doug
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