For our first Disney Cruise, we gathered the best tips, tricks and strategies from Ear Scouts around the world, including travel planners and Disney Cruise enthusiasts who've set sail dozens of times. In this video, we put all those tips to the test to create the ultimate guide to your first adventure on the high seas with Disney Cruise Line. Whether you're wondering about what to pack, what to tip or what to do first when you board the ship, we've got tons of suggestions that will help you make the most of your time aboard the most magical ships at sea. RELATED LINKS: These are items we bought for our cruise from Amazon and mentioned in this video. Note that we make a small commission if you purchase using these links Magnetic Hooks: https://amzn.to/4ae6Zja These are handy for keeping things within easy reach in your stateroom Door Magnets: https://amzn.to/3NPdXlX These were the decorative magnets we used to deck out our door DCL Luggage Tag Holders: https://amzn.to/3NPdXlX We didn't mention these in the video, though we did purchase and use them. While I'm not sure how necessary they were, they did look nice on our luggage.

Whether you’re traveling with young kids or a crew of thrill seekers who are all about the rides, we’ve got three strategies to help you make the most of your Animal Kingdom day at Walt Disney World in 2026. Along the way, we’ll not only plot out a practically perfect day, we’ll also share our thinking so that you’re equipped with all the knowledge you’ll need to map out a roaring good time at Disney’s wildest park.

While we get lots of requests for Lightning Lane videos or strategy guides for particular parks, there is one video that gets requested more than any other. Scroll through the comments on a handful of our videos and you'll likely finsd a request for a video all about Rob's ear collection. To celebrate the new year and as the final surprise of our 12 Days of Scouting Surprises on Patreon, here it is: Rob's compete collection of ears as of December 2025, along with a few tips for building your own collection of ears from Walt Disney World and beyond.

As we close out 2025, we’re focused on helping you plan your 2026 trip to Walt Disney World. No matter how much time you spend at the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” there’s never enough time to do all the things you’d like in a single vacation. That’s why this episode is all about tips to help you save time and fit a few more magical adventures into your visit. From planning to transportation to food and fireworks, we’ve got lots of tips to help you get more done in less time. Plus we’ve got the latest Disney Parks news and answers to your questions about Lightning Lanes, battery packs and which Disney Parks belong on your bucket list.