Literally started watching your videos when I booked and my trip just hit the 60 day mark. Your tips were super helpful and got me even more excited 🎉. Can't wait for the next video!
The THRILL of getting the dining res you really want!! Your organization is so satisfying to watch as a fellow Virgo hahaha can’t wait for December!! ❤
Enjoyed that - brought back good memories of planning for my fam. I loved planning and winning reservations for Cinderella castle for my 4 girls. Getting up. Rack of dawn etc.
Love this video idea! I was rooting for you to get that Topolino's reservation! Our 60-day window is coming up too, and I'm going for a hard-to-get "magical extra," so I'm glad I watched this to get prepped!
I was SHOCKED that we were able to get it with our larger party size, it's the reservation I am most looking forward to now! And wishing you all the luck getting your magical extras, you got this!!
loved this video! It helped me see the planning process so clearly. When you do your other days can you talk about the multi pass?? love your channel and excited about the videos!
Thank you! and YES am planning on talking about that booking process in the 1 week until disney planning video because I feel like even I don’t understand it completely yet😂
yayy so excited for you!! the lightsaber building is actually the most incredible thing we did! I’m so excited for Madison to experience it, she’s gonna love it! it was definitely interesting traveling back home with them tho lmao. I just got back from my trip & I’m already trying to figure out when I can go again 😅
we are so excited to do the light sabers!! i’m happy to hear you had such a good experience! and yes we have already started trying to figure out how we will get them home 😅
@@TheMackenzieBorgwe didn’t have any issues (flew with Delta) it was just kind of a hassle to carry them. on the plane we just stored them in the overhead bin & put our carry on bags in front of them so they would stay put!
Another useful video. Two additional items I would suggest. The first one, which sounds obvious, is making sure everyone going on the trip has input into the dining decisions. Even if you're 1000 percent sure what places they like, physically asking everyone what their first and second choices are makes everyone feel included in the planning process. Secondly, some non Disney owned restaurants, especially at Disney springs, have reservations available at OpenTable. On our last trip we got a House of Blues reservation on OpenTable when none were available through Disney.
These are amazing tips! We always have everyone in the group read over the menu to make sure there is a few things they would be interested in trying so someone doesn’t wind up at a restaurant with limited options for them. For this trip, since there are 7 of us going and 7 reservations we each got to pick a place we were most excited about trying or going back to! And yes the OpenTable booking for Disney Springs restaurants has come in handy so many times. We used it to get our Boathouse reservation one trip! Thank you for sharing the tips here, I really appreciate it!
Thank you ! this was so helpful 🙋🏻♀️ my husbands family is coming in December from Brazil and we are going to Disney it will be 9 of us. I have never planned a Disney trip for that size so I’m a little nervous but super excited. 🥳
This was my first time booking for more than 4 people too. Honestly, did not experience much of a difference other than less times available for restaurants that can't accommodate many large parties (like 50's Prime Time). Biggest tip I can give for planning overall is to ask around what is on everyone's "must do" list to try to incorporate something in for everyone!
This is so helpful. Because we usually have 2-3 years between trips. So it’s good to refresh my memory of the process. We actually don’t have too many reservations to worry about, as we have the quick service offer. But I will try and prioritise space 220 lounge and beaches and cream. All the best from Scotland👍🏴
We almost did Space 220 this trip, but Madison decided on Teppan Edo for her birthday dinner instead. It’s definitely high on our list to try though! Most of our party is doing the Disney Dining Plan, which is why we have a lot of table service restaurant reservations.
Oh my gosh how fun!! We've been the week after Christmas before and it just felt like the perfect extension of the holidays! I hope y'all have th best trip ❤️❤️
this was honestly so helpful! My friend and I are planning a trip for Christmas 2026 to Disneyland and it’ll be our first trip without parents or anyone to help us so I’ve been trying to plan it with her and it’s been a little rough😭. So this is so helpful!
I’m so happy it was helpful 🫶🏻 Y’all are going to have a great trip because you’re already starting to plan early! If you ever have any questions lemme know!
Im also going december, the first week. It’s so exciting and coming soooo quick!!! 😄🎅🏼 I’m part of smart mom plans Disney group on Facebook and they have always said on there that enchanted extras open up at midnight and Disney at 6am.
YAY we will be there that same time! And I knew that something was up with the extras booking times when the cast members were even giving me conflicting times😂 But hey now we know! Thank you for sharing!
hope you guys enjoy a glimpse into my disney planning process! can’t wait to show you what I do 30 days out too 🤩
Literally started watching your videos when I booked and my trip just hit the 60 day mark. Your tips were super helpful and got me even more excited 🎉. Can't wait for the next video!
Awww yay, your trip is almost here! Thank you so much for watching 🫶🏻🫶🏻
The THRILL of getting the dining res you really want!! Your organization is so satisfying to watch as a fellow Virgo hahaha can’t wait for December!! ❤
Hahaha yes that was absolutely the virgo coming out of me!
We can start doing our reservations on Saturday morning for December, were so excited. So fun your whole family is going with you.
Enjoyed that - brought back good memories of planning for my fam. I loved planning and winning reservations for Cinderella castle for my 4 girls. Getting up. Rack of dawn etc.
Honestly the planning is just as much fun as the trip for me! Like you said, scoring those special reservations for the trip is so exciting!
I can not wait for this trip! Love your videos!
Can't wait!!
dining reservation day is always like the hunger games at the a** crack of dawn 😂
HAHAHAH I AM DEAD!! this is the most accurate description of booking dining 😂
This was super helpful for someone not very familiar with Disney dining! Looking forward to all your upcoming planning videos and vlogs!!! 🫶
Thank you so much! Glad I was able to help🥰
This was so helpful! Cant wait for the rest of the vlogs!
I'm glad it was helpful and thank you!
Love this video idea! I was rooting for you to get that Topolino's reservation! Our 60-day window is coming up too, and I'm going for a hard-to-get "magical extra," so I'm glad I watched this to get prepped!
I was SHOCKED that we were able to get it with our larger party size, it's the reservation I am most looking forward to now! And wishing you all the luck getting your magical extras, you got this!!
I just did my restaurant reservations this week too! SO EXCITED!!!
YAY! Our trips are so close!
loved this video! It helped me see the planning process so clearly. When you do your other days can you talk about the multi pass??
love your channel and excited about the videos!
Thank you! and YES am planning on talking about that booking process in the 1 week until disney planning video because I feel like even I don’t understand it completely yet😂
As im watching this is the also 61 days exactly until my December trip to wow!! ❤❤ I hope I run into you!
Yay!!! It's going to be here before we know it! And yes if you see us please come say hi!!
Also 60 days out from our trip!! Can’t wait for all the Christmas magic🎄✨
our favorite time of year to be at the parks!! can’t wait to be walking down main street with all the christmas decorations ✨🎅🏼
Our 60 days are the same!!! I hope to meet you while i'm there! You are my favvv disney vlogger!! :)
how exciting!! if you see us please come say hi!! i love meeting new friends at disney🥰
yayy so excited for you!! the lightsaber building is actually the most incredible thing we did! I’m so excited for Madison to experience it, she’s gonna love it! it was definitely interesting traveling back home with them tho lmao. I just got back from my trip & I’m already trying to figure out when I can go again 😅
we are so excited to do the light sabers!! i’m happy to hear you had such a good experience! and yes we have already started trying to figure out how we will get them home 😅
@@TheMackenzieBorgwe didn’t have any issues (flew with Delta) it was just kind of a hassle to carry them. on the plane we just stored them in the overhead bin & put our carry on bags in front of them so they would stay put!
I am 35 days out today! So excited. I am also a spreadsheet planner, and use the same colors for the same parks :)
Yay!! Your trip is so close!! And love that we use the same colors it’s so fun hearing how everyone color codes and plans!
Another useful video.
Two additional items I would suggest.
The first one, which sounds obvious, is making sure everyone going on the trip has input into the dining decisions. Even if you're 1000 percent sure what places they like, physically asking everyone what their first and second choices are makes everyone feel included in the planning process.
Secondly, some non Disney owned restaurants, especially at Disney springs, have reservations available at OpenTable.
On our last trip we got a House of Blues reservation on OpenTable when none were available through Disney.
These are amazing tips! We always have everyone in the group read over the menu to make sure there is a few things they would be interested in trying so someone doesn’t wind up at a restaurant with limited options for them. For this trip, since there are 7 of us going and 7 reservations we each got to pick a place we were most excited about trying or going back to!
And yes the OpenTable booking for Disney Springs restaurants has come in handy so many times. We used it to get our Boathouse reservation one trip!
Thank you for sharing the tips here, I really appreciate it!
Thank you ! this was so helpful 🙋🏻♀️ my husbands family is coming in December from Brazil and we are going to Disney it will be 9 of us. I have never planned a Disney trip for that size so I’m a little nervous but super excited. 🥳
This was my first time booking for more than 4 people too. Honestly, did not experience much of a difference other than less times available for restaurants that can't accommodate many large parties (like 50's Prime Time). Biggest tip I can give for planning overall is to ask around what is on everyone's "must do" list to try to incorporate something in for everyone!
Hi Mackenzie,
I am a new subscriber. I stumbled upon your channel because I am a Disney fanatic. I look forward to seeing the vlogs from your trip.
Thank you so much!!
This is so helpful. Because we usually have 2-3 years between trips. So it’s good to refresh my memory of the process. We actually don’t have too many reservations to worry about, as we have the quick service offer. But I will try and prioritise space 220 lounge and beaches and cream. All the best from Scotland👍🏴
We almost did Space 220 this trip, but Madison decided on Teppan Edo for her birthday dinner instead. It’s definitely high on our list to try though! Most of our party is doing the Disney Dining Plan, which is why we have a lot of table service restaurant reservations.
@@TheMackenzieBorgI love a table restaurant at once a day to get out the heat etc. so many options.
87 days til my Disney trip❤🏰🎢 My mom, sister, and I are going right after Christmas! I cannot wait to buy them Disney Christmas gifts!
Oh my gosh how fun!! We've been the week after Christmas before and it just felt like the perfect extension of the holidays! I hope y'all have th best trip ❤️❤️
60 days?? I feel like I’m 6000 days from my next Disney trip. I can’t wait to watch you and your family’s next adventure!
Your next trip will be here before you know it!
this was honestly so helpful! My friend and I are planning a trip for Christmas 2026 to Disneyland and it’ll be our first trip without parents or anyone to help us so I’ve been trying to plan it with her and it’s been a little rough😭. So this is so helpful!
I’m so happy it was helpful 🫶🏻 Y’all are going to have a great trip because you’re already starting to plan early! If you ever have any questions lemme know!
@@TheMackenzieBorg thank you so much, you’re so sweet!!🫶🏻
I hope you were able to take a nap! I guess it's time for a magical band upgrade too
I absolutely took a nap after booking the dining 😂😂
I’m also going I’m 61 days! I’m so excited ❤ would there be anyway you’re willing to share your canva template??
Yes!! Lemme figure out to make a template and I will link it here 🫶🏻
@@TheMackenzieBorgyou’re awesome! Thank you so much!!❤❤
I'm going to Disney world to in December too
Hope you have the best time!
@@TheMackenzieBorgthank you I will
I just made an upgrade magic band purchase as well 😊
@@ritaoliver9591 i am so excited to wear it in the park and see when it lights up and how it interacts with everything!
I used to Disney app
Im also going december, the first week. It’s so exciting and coming soooo quick!!! 😄🎅🏼
I’m part of smart mom plans Disney group on Facebook and they have always said on there that enchanted extras open up at midnight and Disney at 6am.
YAY we will be there that same time! And I knew that something was up with the extras booking times when the cast members were even giving me conflicting times😂 But hey now we know! Thank you for sharing!