78: Playground vs. Home Base: Rethinking Your Disney Resort with Marianne of The Resort Mom

Read the full show notes for this episode HERE!When you plan your Disney trip, how do you decide where to stay? Is your resort simply a place to sleep, or could it become the heart of your vacation?In this episode, I'm joined by Marianne of The Resort Mom to talk about how to choose a Disney resort that actually fits your family's travel style. We dive into why the "best" resort isn't the same for everyone, how convenience and emotions both play a role, and why slowing down can completely change your Disney vacation. If you're looking for practical Disney World tips for families, this conversation will have you thinking differently about your next trip.In this episode, we cover:How to choose a Disney resort based on your family's prioritiesWhy your resort should be your home base, not just a place to sleepMarianne's three-resort split stay at Grand Floridian, Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Port Orleans French QuarterHow to plan your Disney trip around convenience, transportation, and your family's goalsWhy resort activities can become some of the most memorable parts of your vacationThe role emotions play when deciding where to stayPractical Disney World tips for families who want a more relaxed vacationWhy every Disney World expert has different resort recommendations and how to decide what's right for youWhether you're trying to plan your Disney trip for the first time or you've visited Disney many times before, this episode will help you rethink how to choose a Disney resort. Marianne shares thoughtful Disney World tips for families that go beyond rankings and reviews, explaining how convenience, memories, and your family's unique vacation style all influence the experience. It's also a great reminder that even a Disney World expert chooses resorts differently depending on the goals of each trip.I'd love to hear from you! Is your Disney resort just a place to sleep, or is it part of the vacation experience? Tell me over on Instagram which resort feels most like your family's home base!LET’S CONNECT!Somewhere Worthwhile WebsiteInstagramJoin the Laid-Back Magic® communityShop the guidesRead the blogShop My FavoritesSave on Disney Deluxe ResortsCONNECT WITH MARIANNE:Follow The Resort MomFollow MarianneSubscribe to her YouTube channelListen to our past episode HEREA quick heads up: this post contains affiliate links to products I genuinely use, love, or would pack for my own family. If you choose to purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Podcast music by Podington Bear, track: 'Filaments', licensed under CC BY-NC, courtesy of Free Music Archive.