Bippity, Boppity, Book it! // Alexandria Palmer

Hey, Sister!

Guest expert Alexandria Palmer discusses all things Disneyland with the Hey, Sisterhood in this magical episode filled with tips and trips for navigating the happiest place on earth. As two Disneyland novices, Courtney and Carley ask Alexandria questions about everything from the general atmosphere and the Genie+ Service to baby swap, sweet treats and special accommodations for those with disabilities. Tune in and discover the motivation you need to take that magic carpet ride to Disneyland in this fourth and final episode in the 4-part vacation-ready series, airing April 2022. Call to action, referenced links/accounts, and show timeline are below.

Call to Action:

“Book a trip! Start talking to friends, start talking to family members, listen to this podcast and just see what would feel right for your family. How would doing Disney be the right time and the right experience for your family and how can you go into it with enough information?

I always say preparation is key for Disney.” - Alexandria Palmer

Referenced Links:

Connect with Hey, Sister!:

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Referenced Episodes (in order of mention):

24 Wanderlust // Madeline Becker Hamilton

25 Hostess with the Mostess // Courtney Sandberg

26 Vacation, All We Ever Wanted // Brit Snarr

15 Double Double Date Date

Show Timeline:

0:00 Introduction of topic and guest

4:00 The hype around Disneyland: all-in-experience, flavor-scented air, trash can placement, cast members

6:15 Visiting Disneyland: age recommendation, free-under-three, best days of the week and times of year to visit

9:30 Duration of a vacation: benefits of a 3-day pass

13:00 Disney tips: post-pandemic “feels like coming home”, bringing food in the park, arriving early, fireworks, first timers—go with or get tips from an experienced friend, glow sticks on strollers, stroller parking

17:15 Park details: lockers, Disneyland and California Adventure, seating throughout park

19:00 Navigating the park: Genie+ Pass, baby swap, line speed/monitoring efficiency, park hopping

24:45 Special accommodations: Disneyland Disability Access Pass, Alexandria’s personal experience, top-notch customer experience

30:00 Disneyland fun: adult trips, sweet treats, picture taking

34:10 Concluding thoughts: slow down, safety protocols

36:00 Call to action, social media information, outtakes