Well Hello Magic: A Disney Planning & Experience Podcast
Jessica Mickelson is the voice behind Well Hello Magic, a top family-focused Disney World planning podcast and trusted resource for parents. She is a Disney-loving mom of four, former therapist, military spouse, content creator, and expert in realistic Walt Disney World vacation planning for families, moms, and first-time Disney travelers.
A lifelong Disney fan raised on Main Street magic and Mickey-shaped memories, Jessica helps families confidently plan Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line vacations without overwhelm, burnout, or unrealistic expectations. Her approach centers on realistic Disney itineraries, Lightning Lane strategies for families, crowd planning, budgeting tips, Disney resort comparisons, and helping parents enjoy Disney without feeling pressure to do it all or spend it all.
As a mom who has experienced Disney with toddlers, tweens, teens, grandparents, large groups, and multigenerational families, Jessica shares real-world Disney planning advice rooted in emotional insight and hands-on experience. From stroller-friendly park days to Lightning Lane Multi Pass breakdowns, from solo trips and girls’ weekends to group vacations of 14 or more, she teaches parents how to plan Disney trips that feel both magical and manageable.
On the Well Hello Magic Podcast, Jessica shares practical Disney World planning tips, in-depth Lightning Lane strategy, rope drop guidance, Disney resort reviews, Disney Cruise Line advice, and event guides like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. She also hosts honest conversations about the emotional and mental load of Disney travel, helping parents reduce stress while maximizing joy.
In addition to practical planning content, Jessica hosts Behind the Magic, a Disney podcast interview series featuring Disney content creators, bloggers, YouTubers, and Instagram influencers who share their love of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line. Through authentic conversations, she explores how creators build Disney-focused brands, grow engaged online communities, balance motherhood and entrepreneurship, and keep the joy of Disney alive in everyday life. Behind the Magic highlights the voices shaping today’s Disney creator community while offering inspiration and insight for aspiring Disney bloggers and content creators.
Beyond the podcast, Jessica creates daily Disney and family travel content on Instagram and YouTube, blending humor, therapist-informed insight, and actionable Disney vacation planning advice to help families plan Disney trips with confidence, clarity, and less stress.
Well Hello Magic: A Disney Planning & Experience Podcast
050: EPCOT Genie+ Strategy 2024
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In this podcast, I will share some comprehensive tips on navigating Epcot with the help of Genie+. Epcot is undoubtedly one of the most loved parks by families, due to its plethora of high-demand rides as well as many low-wait-time rides, which help balance out the park experience.
If you are planning to stay at a Crescent Lake resort and enter the park from the main entrance at the International Gateway, my goal is to help you decide on the best strategy. For guests staying at a Disney Resort Collection hotel, I will provide you with a couple of different scenarios for using the main entrance at EPCOT to maximize your day based on your family's priorities.
Moreover, I will also provide some valuable strategies for offsite guests to help you make the most of your day. Even if you want to start late, since there is not an opportunity for rope drop at EPCOT, I will teach you how to stack Genie Plus options so that you can sleep in, come to the park, and stay until it closes, reducing fatigue by not starting super early. With my tips and tricks, you can make the most of your day at Epcot and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones.
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