RDR 303: Listener Questions with Kathy formerly of the Plan Disney Panel

You asked and we answered!  And for the extra help we welcome back Kathy K formerly of the Disney Mom's Panel.  See below for a complete list of questions.  Follow Kathy @kathyk671

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From Patrick - Genie Plus Strategy, which parks are the best to buy it and which can make do without it. From CT Swiech - when is the dining plan returning? From Aaron Shileny - tips for using Genie+ with a large group (10 or more people) Michelle-Microwaves can people really request them? Ryan Brady - what if anything will Disney do to combat universal‘s new park? Because that park seems (mind the pun) to be pretty epic. Also will we ever have a ride that connects to parks like Hogwarts express? Holly Griffin - on one of your last podcast you mentioned having multiple battery packs for your phone how do you travel on a plane with those? Jacey Rademacher - when do you think Disney will get back to normal crowds? Or will it ever? @stephwalker78 - if you make a genie plus reservation at 7 AM for later in the day say 4 PM what time can you make the next one? 9 AM or 11 AM? @stolch314 - in case something goes awry, can you still modify tableservice reservation so long as it is before your check in time? Oh and how early can I park at a resort before a dining reservation so I have time to check it out? Wendy asks - what is the best plan of action for extended evening hours at Magic Kingdom? Will be at Magic Kingdom three days and will hopefully get to utilize the extended our on one of our days Shutterbug_0603 If I come to Disney solo with a five and seven year old will my kids miss out on things because we wouldn’t be able to sit together or in the seven year old wouldn’t be able to sit solo this will be our first time Kcarlile12- How far ahead does Disney share what rhymes will be down for refurbishment and win? What time of year are most refurbishment happening? Was bummed to realize Everest was down on most of our recent trip what are the pros and cons of a split Resort stay? Are there any hidden gem locations to rest? Our last trip and first trip in a long time we were in the Magic Kingdom from open to close but didn’t know of any nice off the beaten path places to be a little quiet and rest already looking for more tips and strategies for next time thank you for your podcast how greatly and preparing for our trip in January looking forward to the new episodes Suds_n_sun best place to relax, rest your feet and grab a beer? Danideeter - what are the best days to visit each park or days to avoid and each park best days typically to avoid high crowds or wait times?