Today I have a new trip report from a first-time planner which includes lot of extra options that many of us don't get to do so it's fun to hear how that worked out on this December trip.

I also have a quick tip for families planning to use a stroller during their trip.

These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation.

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Gina's trip report

Gina and her family (including her parents, husband, and children) traveled just after Thanksgiving. Their trip plans included staying Club Level at the Boardwalk Inn, a VIP tour guide, Memory Maker, Free Dining, some character meals, dessert parties, Candlelight Processional dining package, Universal, and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.

Gina recommends the Birnbaum's Walt Disney World For Kids book to help prep children before their trip. They also had a good experience using a car service to get from the airport to their resort.

Quick tip of the day

Another reader named Gina suggests that people using a stroller during their trip who are worried about valuables being stolen consider packing 2 bags - 1 with valuables and 1 with other items. When the stroller is parked, just take the bag with your valuables in it.

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I'm back after a long break and excited to chat about what things we have to look forward to at Disney World in 2017.

I also have a quick tip about how to get your photo downloads at no extra charge.

These are notes from this episode. There's much more info included in the audio so be sure to listen to the episode for a better explanation.

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New things to look forward to in 2017

Totally new things:

• Rivers of Light at Animal Kingdom (opening date not known yet)
• Pandora - World of Avatar at Animal Kingdom (opening summer 2017). Watch this video for a preview.
• Festival of the Arts at Epcot (January 13 - February 20)
• New Typhoon Lagoon family raft ride (opening spring 2017)
• More things in Disney Springs, including reopening of Planet Hollywood
• Boulder Ridge Cove and Geyser Point Bar and Grill at Wilderness Lodge (opening summer 2017). Check this thread for construction updates.

Tweaks to existing things:

• MagicBand 2 is rolling out. Check out my pics. Get MagicBand decals from Magic Your Band.
• Food and Wine Festival at Epcot is longer than ever in 2017 (August 31 and run through November 13)

Quick tip of the day

A reader named Sarah emailed to say that if you’re connected to an Annual Passholder in My Disney Experience, they can download your pics even if they aren’t with you, saving you the cost of Memory Maker.

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