Disney Authorized Planner · Free Service
I'm Mike, Disney Dad, content creator, and your dedicated planner for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, and Adventures by Disney. Expert planning, zero cost to you.
Where do you want to go?
Tell me where you're dreaming of, I'll handle the rest, free of charge.
Four parks, dozens of resorts, and a thousand ways to get it wrong. Let's get it right.
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The original. A smaller footprint with just as much strategy required to do it well.
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Unpack once, wake up somewhere new. Disney magic on the open water.
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Hawaii, elevated by Disney's touch on every detail. The most underrated Disney trip.
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Guided trips around the world, run by Disney. For families ready to go further.
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Tell me what your family loves, I'll tell you where you'll love most.
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Meet Mike
I started Lifetime of Magic because I've lived the difference between a good Disney trip and a great one. Now I do this full time, building custom itineraries, managing dining reservations, optimizing Lightning Lane, and watching for price drops so you don't have to.
I'm a College of Disney Knowledge graduate, an affiliate of Denville Travel, and a content creator with 25,000+ families following along on social. My planning service is completely free, Disney compensates Authorized Planners directly.
Why book with me
Same hotels, same parks, same Disney prices, except someone's actually paying attention to every detail of your vacation.
Built around your family, your kids' ages, your pace, what you actually care about. Not a template pulled from a blog.
Reservations booked the moment your window opens. A Lightning Lane plan so you're riding, not standing in line.
I track pricing patterns and crowd data year-round so your trip lands on the right week at the right price.
The stuff only active Disney planners know, quiet corners, secret menus, and moments that make the trip legendary.
More than a planner
25,000+ families follow along for honest park reviews, planning walkthroughs, and behind-the-scenes Disney content, not sponsored fluff.
What families say
Real reviews from families I've helped plan trips for, from first-timers to multi-Disney veterans.
"Mike was a huge asset in planning our family's Disney vacation. Knowledgeable, attentive, and quick to respond. He set up multiple FaceTime meetings, took all the stress and burden off of us, and shared so many little tricks and tips that were invaluable. We even met up with him in Disney during our trip. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mike to anyone planning any type of Disney vacation."
"Mike helped us plan our Disney vacation and honestly I cannot say enough good things. I used to go to Disney frequently as a child but as an adult with my own kids I felt completely out of the loop. Mike showed me all the tricks and tips and made planning seamless. Highly recommended!"
"Mike helped us plan and re-plan our family trip to Disney three times, due to Covid! He was extremely helpful and patient with us, as we were booking a trip with a large group. Mike answered all of our questions and got back to us promptly. He was a great go-between us and Disney. I would highly recommend using Mike to help you plan and book your next Disney vacation!"
"Mike helped plan a beautiful trip! I loved sharing ideas and wants and having it put together stress-free! The trip also ended up being my engagement trip so thankful!"
"Mike helped plan everything from start to finish, always checking in, always making sure our reservations were in order. He has the patience of a saint and the knowledge of every park, resort, and restaurant."
"Mike was helpful from the very start. He put together an amazing vacation for us and handled all the little details that take the stress out of planning a Disney trip. Could not recommend someone more reliable."
"Our experience working with Mike was amazing! He was beyond helpful and always has a positive attitude when speaking with us. He responded to all our questions in a very timely manner. We will definitely be using Mike again for our next vacation."
"Great experience working with Mike! Very knowledgeable and professional. We will absolutely be using him for our next Disney vacation!"
Simple process
Fill out one short form, your dates, your budget, who's coming, and what matters most. Takes five minutes.
Resorts, tickets, dining, Lightning Lane, crowd strategy, a complete itinerary built specifically for your family.
I handle all the booking, monitor for price drops, and stay with you right until you're walking through the gates.
From the blog
The real levers that bring a Disney trip's cost down, without cutting the parts that matter.
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Yes, Magic Kingdom has real thrills for grown-ups. Here's what to ride first.
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The exact sequence I use to keep families out of standby lines all day.
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Tell me about your family and your dates. I'll come back with a real plan, no template, no fee.