Well Hello Magic: A Disney Planning & Experience Podcast
Jessica Mickelson is the voice behind Well Hello Magic, a Disney-loving mom of four, former therapist, podcast host, content creator, and your go-to expert for planning joyful, stress-free Disney vacations.
A lifelong Disney fan raised on Main Street magic and Mickey-shaped memories, Jessica now helps families, moms, and first-time travelers confidently plan trips to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond without losing their minds (or their budget).
As a mom who’s done it all from toddler meltdowns to teens chasing thrill rides, from multigenerational trips to magical girls' weekends. Jessica offers real-world advice rooted in emotional insight, practical planning, and a deep love of Disney storytelling. Whether you're traveling solo, with a stroller brigade, or booking for a party of 14, Jessica gives you the tools to make it magical your way.
On the Podcast she shares Disney vacation tips, park planning strategies, event guides (like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party), and emotional reflections from inside the parks alongside expert guests and fellow moms who love magic as much as she does.
In addition to blogging and podcasting, Jessica creates daily content on Instagram and YouTube, where she blends humor, hacks, and heartfelt moments into helpful videos and reels for Disney travelers of all kinds.
When she’s not answering DMs about Lighting Lane or testing out stroller nap strategies, you’ll find her:
- Baking Disney-themed sugar cookies for her brand Well Hello Cookie
- Running her sign rental business Sign Gypsies Lehigh Valley
- Writing her debut YA novel series, Foreign Parents Syndrome
- Planning her annual Disney mom retreat, The Enchanted Escape
With thousands of families already turning to her for first-time Disney planning help, budget-friendly vacation strategies, and military Disney discounts
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
039: Disney Christmas Recap & 2024 Trip Planning
In this podcast episode, Jessica briefly recap her recent trip to Walt Disney World during the holidays with her husband. She talks about where they stayed and what they did at Walt Dis…
038: Holidays at Walt Disney World and Magic at Home
In this podcast, we will provide you with a comprehensive and detailed overview of the holiday season at Walt Disney World. Our discussion will cover a wide range of activities that you…
037: Guest Creator & Travel Planner: Melissa From Foolish Mortal Travel Co
I am so excited to have Melissa from Foolish Mortal Travel Co on the podcast today! Melissa is my twin, haha! But seriously we share the same brain when it comes to planning a Disney V…
036: Life Updates and Destination D23 Updates
Hey Disney family! It has been a busy couple of weeks, and I wanted to take this time to catch you up on everything that's been happening in my Disney life.
I go over a few of our upcom…
035: Disney and Social Media: Are expectations ruining your Disney Vacation?
On this podcast, I want to share some insider information with you. As Disney Creators and Influencers, our job is to create a sense of FOMO (fear of missing out) by sharing perfectly c…
034: Genie+ After Almost Two Years
In this podcast, I will take you on my almost two-year journey of using Disney Genie Plus at Walt Disney World. Disney Genie Plus debuted in October 2021, replacing the old free FastPas…
033: Star Wars: Galatic Star Cruiser Recap
Join me in episode 33 of the Well Hello Magic podcast as I share my family's unforgettable adventure aboard the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser. Discover the cost breakdown, daily itine…
032: Troubleshooting Walt Disney World
In today's podcast, we delve into the common challenges that may arise during your Walt Disney World vacation and offer practical solutions. Our expert team will guide you through the t…
031: Guest Creator: Amanda - Once Upon a Marathon
I am so excited to have Amanda from Once Upon a Marathon on the podcast today! Amanda is a wealth of knowledge regarding runDisney and training schedules. She began running in graduate …
030: Planning, Prepping & Packing for a Walt Disney World Vacation
Today's podcast talks about the last few weeks before your Disney Vacation that is so stressful.
It doesn't matter where you're going when packing for a family to go on vacation. It is o…
029: DVC Rental Store, DVC Ownership & Deluxe Resorts
In todays podcast I go over all things, Deluxe Resorts, including the Deluxe Villas, which are the Disney Vacation Club portion of the deluxe resorts.
I go over why we decided that owner…
028: Planning Disney For a Large Group
My best memories at Walt Disney World are going in large groups with my family and friends. But now, as an adult, I realize how tricky the dynamics of large groups can be if you are goi…
027: Holidays at Walt Disney World
It is halfway to the holidays, and we could not be more excited for this upcoming season at Walt Disney World. There are so many returning things, like Mickey's very merry Christmas par…
026: Should you do runDisney?
And this podcast episode I go over what it is like to do an in person run Disney event. I have only done virtual races at home, which has been an awesome experience, but I had a friend …
025: Preparing for Summer at Walt Disney World
Summer in Disney is HOT HOT HOT! It is a wonderful time to travel to walk at Disney World, and crowds are higher but not holiday high. However, there are a few things to expect, daily r…
024: April Trip Recaps and More
Hey Disney family!
Thank you for joining me for another podcast episode!
In this podcast, I'm going to be discussing my April trips to Walt Disney World. I made two trips in April. The …
023: 2024 Changes at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World has made so many new announcement about things coming in 2024. Today's podcast goes over all five of the big announcements from yesterday at the changes that are happe…
022: Disney Days without Genie+ Tips and Tricks
I know it's a bummer to pay to experience rides that were once free, but it is possible to have a magical vacation even if you do not use Genie+. Like everything at Walt Disney World, S…
021: Realistic Disney Day 8 - Planning Process & Hollywood Studios
Today I take you on my planning journey as I attempt to design our realistic Disney day for Hollywood Studios over Easter weekend for our toddler. This planning strategy can be used at …
020: Standby Skipper, Genie+ & Strategy
Blog: Standby Skipper Tutorial and Review - Why you need it!
Today I discuss one of my favorite apps at Walt Disney World resort, Standby Skipper. This app takes the stress out of bookin…