Our 9th Anniversary Show: The Story Behind Disney Travel Secrets
476 - We're celebrating NINE YEARS of the Disney Travel Secrets Podcast — and we're not stopping now! Join your favorite Disney travel agents and best-selling authors, Rob & Kerri Stuart, as they take you behind the scenes of one of the longest-running Disney vacation planning podcasts in the world.
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In this special 9th anniversary episode, Rob & Kerri reflect on the milestones, memories, and magic moments that shaped their journey — from a spark of inspiration at EPCOT's 30th anniversary in 2012, to launching the show in March 2017, to building Creating Magic Vacations into a thriving travel agency with 150+ agents nationwide. Plus, hear rare "blast from the past" intros from some familiar voices you may remember!
✨ In This Episode:
- How a Disney bench in Hollywood Studios gave birth to the "Disney Travel Secrets" name
- The story behind Creating Magic Vacations — and why they burned the boats (no backup plan!)
- How they survived the COVID travel shutdown and came out stronger
- Why moving to Windermere, FL (right next to Walt Disney World!) changed everything
- Real talk on building a podcast for 9 years without missing a single Monday episode
- River cruising in Europe — from Ama Waterways in 2014 to Uniworld's Rhône River in 2026
🎯 Perfect for: Disney World first-timers, Disney vacation planners, families dreaming of the ultimate Disney trip, aspiring travel agents, and longtime DTS fans!
Whether you're planning a Walt Disney World vacation, dreaming of a Disney cruise, or just love the magic of Disney storytelling — this is the episode for you.
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Original Air Date: March 30, 2026 | Recorded at the CMV Studio, Windermere, FL