079: 2024 Christmas Recap and Planning Tips for Christmas 2025

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this special holiday episode of our podcast! In today’s show, I’ll be sharing all the details of our amazing 2024 Disney Christmas trip, along with tips and tricks for planning your own Disney vacation during the festive holiday season.Why Start Planning Now?If you’re dreaming of a Disney Christmas getaway, it’s never too early to start. In fact, Disney Vacation Club bookings open up 11 months in advance, and with February just around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin. This episode will help you map out a strategy and ensure you’re ready to secure those must-have reservations.Tools & Resources to Help You PlanI’ve created a Disney Vacation Planning Guide and a Disney Vacation Workbook—both available on my website—to help you stay organized and on track. These resources are designed to simplify the planning process, from budgeting to itinerary building.Our 2024 Christmas Trip ItineraryHere’s a quick breakdown of what we did each day:Tuesday: Arrival day and Moonlight MagicWednesday: A full day at EPCOTThursday: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and a rest dayFriday: Rest morning, then an evening at Fort Wilderness Campground & CampsiteSaturday: A magical day at Magic KingdomSunday: Departure day—time to head homeAlthough we didn’t get to visit Hollywood Studios or experience Jolly Nights, our trip was still packed with fun holiday festivities. I’ll share some highlights, favorite moments, and things we learned along the way.Dreaming of a Longer StayIf I had my way, my dream Christmas vacation at Disney would be about nine days long. That extra time would allow us to explore more of the parks, enjoy the resort amenities, and soak up all the holiday magic without rushing. But even with a shorter schedule, we had a very full, very happy trip filled with wonderful family moments.Additional Tips & Where to Find MoreI’ll be covering all the practical details you need to plan your own holiday adventure—everything from budgeting to packing lists to scheduling rest days. For even more in-depth information, make sure you:Visit my blog for additional planning tips and insights.Check out my YouTube channel to watch videos of our experiences.I hope this episode inspires you to plan your own magical Disney Christmas trip. Between the festive décor, special events, and unforgettable family moments, there’s truly nothing like Disney during the holidays. So tune in, take notes, and start getting excited—because Christmas at Disney is right around the corner!Support the showHey Welcome to Well Hello Magic!Well Hell Magic Website Instagram YouTube  Pinterest Amazon Shop LTK ShopReady to Plan your Disney Vacation?Free Planning GuideJoin The Newsletter