How to HACK Disney Genie+ to get the MOST out of your Day in Magic Kingdom | Standby Skipper

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  • @patm95
    @patm95 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Best video I’ve seen on standby skipper! Why aren’t more people reporting on this? Looks like an awesome tool!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m working on an updated one for the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system! It should be posted within the next week! 😁

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m working on an updated one for the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system! It should be posted within the next week! 😁

    • @patm95
      @patm95 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@kaylaandmarkalangreat! I’ll be looking forward to it!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @patm95 😁😁

  • @genbabez
    @genbabez ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fantastic video! I found that a lot of ppl don’t explain a lot of the Genie+ and standby skipper terminology so it’s hard to really understand and follow. I enjoyed and watched this entire Video. You r a great communicator 😊

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much!! My goal is to make this EASIER so I’m really glad I was able to help with that! 💛

  • @jenabel11
    @jenabel11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this video! We will be there in 2 weeks and will be using SS for the first time.

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yay!!! I hope you have an amazing time!!!

  • @luanaferreira6282
    @luanaferreira6282 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and information! Thank you so much for these! It will save our vacation😅

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I’m so glad we could help! We hope you have a great trip!

  • @carmenortiz9175
    @carmenortiz9175 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, what a great video. I will be there in twenty six day I will definitely be looking into SS. Ty 😊

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wahoo!! I hope you have a great time! 😁

  • @modiorama
    @modiorama 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for this video. A few questions :
    1- As someone who is well versed in Genie Plus, do you think SS is faster/better than you at booking LL?
    2- if you want to be efficient with SS (not running all over the park all day), it seems like you still have to direct its choices 1 at a time - is that correct, and if so, how is that different than Genie +?
    Thanks for your help!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Standby Skipper runs its searches around every five minutes (to avoid creating an unfair advantage to non-Skipper users) so it definitely shines with helping at that 7am booking and getting those ‘sold out’ or harder to get lightning lanes. Sometimes it is faster as it can grab one while you are enjoying the ride, but depending on availability, it can sometimes take a few minutes.
      I like to think of Standby Skipper as my second pair of hands to help me reduce the amount of time I’m spending looking for Lightning Lanes, but I still have control over what I do.
      If wanting to avoid back and forth in the park, I recommend putting searches in groups of 2-3 at a time - usually within a specific land. This would be the same if you were booking on your own, Skipper just does some of the legwork.
      I highly recommend checking out their Facebook group for more strategies, tips, and questions! m.facebook.com/groups/714914666971831/?ref=sharem.facebook.com/groups/714914666971831/?ref%3Dshare&exp=7ffb&mibextid=S66gvF

  • @laikechampagne
    @laikechampagne 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Online it says with genie plus you can only use it for 2-3 rides but if you play it correctly you can actually use it for many more rides? Am I understanding this correctly??

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The Disney website says that people can average around 2-3 rides with Genie+ so that they can ‘set expectations’ for those that don’t totally know how to use Genie+. (Many people were complaining when it first rolled out that they were not able to get Lightning lanes for every single ride, so they basically are lowering expectations lol)
      BUT that being said, you can ABSOLUTELY get more rides than that if you understand how to use Genie+ correctly! TBH, if you are only getting 2-3 Lightning Lanes, you might be doing it wrong 🙈 the key is the ALWAYS make sure that you have a Lightning Lane booked and if you are using Standby Skipper, it should make that much easier 😁
      Definitely make sure to check out my latest Standby Skipper series! We did a strategy video for each park to see just how much we could get done: th-cam.com/play/PLRxarDSdSAKPwtnq5Be1twKBc_lL5vbzm.html&si=QAvISHudL3b9uG6D

  • @disneyanddaysout
    @disneyanddaysout ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very useful to watch while planning our trip!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I hope you have a great time!

  • @letsdanze6576
    @letsdanze6576 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Although we won't be using genie+ on our 2 week trip in April (due to having time to take it slow) we found your video as informative and professional as always. Some great tips and nice to see you both walking on rides without it.

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! It’s definitely important to take advantage of those early mornings and late nights when crowds and lines are smallest! I hope you have a great time! 😁

  • @EmmaJonYoureWelcome
    @EmmaJonYoureWelcome ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was really cool to learn all about genie plus.
    We have never used it and don’t know if we would tbh but it’s a good option if you do t want to queue
    We found that the regular posted queue times were really exaggerated xx

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That can definitely be the case sometimes! I would definitely say that Genie+ isn’t for everyone, but if you are trying to get a lot done in a shorter period of time, it can be a BIG help! 😁

  • @hdezines
    @hdezines ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video in particular was fantastic, as I am a visual learner in comparison to the first two about it.
    Also, I adore your navy Disney sweatshirt. Did you purchase it there?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! I know it can be a little complicated but as long as you know the basics, it all starts to make sense once you’ve booked your first one or two Lightning Lanes.
      And yes! I believe we got it a few years ago!

  • @RJKnoblauch0
    @RJKnoblauch0 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Is it accurate that there is a 15 minute (maybe 5 minute) grace period before and after your return time for Lightning Lanes? So if you had a 9-10am return time you could actually tag in before 9 or after 10 (by a few minutes)?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! That is correct! You can usually scan in around 5 minutes or so ahead of time (if it doesn’t work, just wait a few and try again, it can sometimes just depend on the cast member) and about 15 minutes after your time. HOWEVER, if you think you will be more than 15 minutes late, try to modify for a later time or cancel so that you are allowed to rebook. If you miss your return window without cancelling, you won’t be able to rebook.

  • @johnbschaller
    @johnbschaller ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and advice! I have a question. On average, how quickly after to check in to a ride, is SS booking a reservation for you? I know it can change a lot based on the situation but can you expect pretty quick turnarounds or lower our expectation? TIA

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It honestly depends on a few factors (crowd levels, how many searches you have going, if you did anytime or asap, etc). I’ve had it book as quickly as before getting off the current ride and take as long as 45 minutes-hour if I’m trying for a hard to get ride that is sold out.
      My biggest tip is to have patience, but if it’s been about half an hour, either adjust your searches to ‘anytime’ or you can check and book something else on your own! I like to think of Standby Skipper as an assistant to help when I’m on a ride or doing something else, but it’s good to know you can book on your own too! (I definitely do a combo of both)

  • @Sal88ko
    @Sal88ko ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thats amazing please keep updating us if u u use it more

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes!!! Be sure to check out my day at Animal Kingdom to see how great it works there!
      th-cam.com/video/bhblWROPd6s/w-d-xo.html

  • @normajean3732
    @normajean3732 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a question.......does the Stanby Skipper or Genie+ try to book your next attraction close by? Or does it book it by what's available next? Im trying to avoid walking to the other side of the park for 1 ride then having to walk back. Thnx in advance for your help!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great question! It doesn’t have a way to know where you are, so just make sure that whatever rides you have active searches for are ones that are near you! (You can find locations on the map) I recommend going by ‘land’ - ie. Tomorrowland rides, then fantasyland rides, etc

  • @letsdanze6576
    @letsdanze6576 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Are you guys doing a Flower and Garden 23 video this year? We love your previous festival videos

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! I’m actually working on it today and it should be out on Sunday!

  • @philclifton4753
    @philclifton4753 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi,
    Great informative video. Does Standby Skipper take into account where the rides are in the park comparative to your last ride......or do you have to accept they'll be some walking to be done?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It doesn’t really follow location, but rather it’s based on what it can get. My suggestion is to put your searches in batches! For example, start with putting in the Tomorrowland rides, then once those are done, put in your Fantasyland rides, etc. it’s still pretty leave it and forget it, but you have a little bit more control on what it can book for you that way!

  • @EmilyD0113
    @EmilyD0113 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Can you tell Standby Skipper to book your first lightening lane after a specific time? We’re definitely not making it to the parks for 9am!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can always select afternoon or evening for your first search!!

  • @kjtastic726
    @kjtastic726 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do you set each LL through skipper standby as ASAP?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Typically yes! I recommend doing ‘anytime’ for your 7am selection just in case return times book up for the first two hour slots, but otherwise, I usually do ASAP!
      If it’s a super hard to get one, like Remy in Epcot or Slinky Dog in HS, I’ll also usually do anytime to increase my chances.

    • @kjtastic726
      @kjtastic726 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Do you set the rides for ASAP all at once then?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I usually only do 2-3 rides at a time so that I have more control of how much I’m back tracking across the park (except at the 7am one. For that, I only do ONE selection so that it grabs the one I’m wanting most)

  • @Ticosir
    @Ticosir ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! I’m taking my family for the first time this February.
    I do have a question about genie plus. If I was to purchase genie plus for the 3 of us, would it automatically book a lighting lanes for the 3 of us?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So you are correct that you would need to buy it for all of you! If you are using Standby Skipper, it will ask you who you want it to book for. So if you want all three, select all three. If you want just 1 or 2 of you, you’ll select just those people.
      If you are booking Lightning lanes through the Disney app, it will also ask you who you want to book for. It defaults to select all of you, but if you want just 1 or 2 people, you’ll just need to unselect who you don’t want before confirming.
      I hope that makes sense!

    • @Ticosir
      @Ticosir ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kaylaandmarkalan it does make sense. Thank your for the reply! I assume there wouldn’t be any additional cost for Standby Skipper to book 3 people that are in the same group?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @xrpephraim1501 you would just purchase Standby Skipper once for the group ( not per person like it is for Genie+, but you do have to purchase BOTH Standby Skipper AND Genie+ for it to work)
      Standby Skipper is $25 for the group for 1 day and $45 for the group for up to 7 days!
      I definitely recommend checking out their Facebook page! There are a bunch of great tutorials and breakdowns of how it works and how to get it set up! 😁 m.facebook.com/groups/714914666971831/?ref=sharem.facebook.com/groups/714914666971831/?ref%3Dshare&exp=7ffb&mibextid=AHjCNw

  • @laurasutcliffe5843
    @laurasutcliffe5843 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really useful video - thanks. Can you tell me if standby skipper works well if members of your group want to go on the same rides sometimes but on different rides sometimes too?

    • @laurasutcliffe5843
      @laurasutcliffe5843 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m not even sure how it would be best to try and get the app to organise this!?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! You can absolutely do this! Once you choose the ride you want Skipper to search for, you’ll select the members of your party you want it to book. So if only certain ppl want to ride, only select them!

    • @laurasutcliffe5843
      @laurasutcliffe5843 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaylaandmarkalan But wouldn’t it book the separate rides for us at different times and then everyone end up eligible for the next LL at different times and ultimately then not doing anything together!?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Potentially! But remember, you can always modify or cancel if the times end up not being what you want!
      You can always reset a search if you cancel and try for that ride again later. Don’t stress! Let Skipper do It’s thing and just take it one ride at a time. The purpose is to ease your stress, not add to it!
      You are still in control of what you do, Skipper just helps so that you can spend a little less time stressing about booking the next thing.

  • @leighann_314
    @leighann_314 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Does Skipper automatically select the earliest time available for the rides you've selected within your window? For example, if I select "any time" for a specific ride, will it choose the earliest available for that ride or just pick a random return time?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Since the way regular genie+ works is based off of the ‘next available’ return time, Standby Skipper does the same! Genie+ is a little different in that you are given a return time rather than selecting one and Standby Skipper plays by the same rules.
      So essentially, yes! It should be the earliest available time! It all just depends on what that earliest available time is.

    • @leighann_314
      @leighann_314 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thank you!@@kaylaandmarkalan

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @leighannbacher9218 of course!! Happy to help! 😁

  • @stephanieyoung8289
    @stephanieyoung8289 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. How long did you leave the park for?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question! I believe I left a little after 5pm and got back to the park around 7:45ish so it was a good little break!

  • @amyplungis6174
    @amyplungis6174 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video.. we are going in 9 days! I already purchased Standby Skipper and can't wait to use it.. I didn't catch if your selections were Anytime, afternoon, evening or ASAP? Any further info would help on my trip! Thanks

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I pretty much always do ASAP because I only put in a few selections at a time, but you can also strategize and set up your selections for the morning, afternoon, etc!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also, definitely make sure you check out their Facebook group! (Linked in the description!)

    • @amyplungis6174
      @amyplungis6174 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! I belong to the FB group.. I was going to do ASAP so I'm glad I saw your video and that you did that as well. Can I lastly ask about how many (after the 7am of course lol) you did at a time?

    • @j0nnyvids
      @j0nnyvids ปีที่แล้ว

      @@amyplungis6174how did the skipper go for you?

  • @jessclark9813
    @jessclark9813 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you set up Standby Skipper in the morning, do you select 'any time' for all of the attractions you want Lightning Lanes for that day, or do you use any sort of 'strategy' for time of day for particular rides? Do you select one ride at a time or all at once? Do you leave some attractions off that you know will have lower waits, such as the 'filler' attractions and shows?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honestly yes to any of it! There are a lot of different ways to do it depending on how hands on or hands off you want to be. HOWEVER, I do recommend for your first one to ONLY set up one search for anytime or morning and then AFTER it books that, you can put in the rest of your searches.
      I also usually prioritize the rides I want to do most first and then if I’ve booked or ridden all of those, I’ll put in more selections.

    • @jessclark9813
      @jessclark9813 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kaylaandmarkalan wonderful, thank you!

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      😁😁

  • @rcd2026
    @rcd2026 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does Standby Skipper work across multiple parks (if you’re planning to park hop)?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes!! You just have to plug your park hopping searches in for afternoon or evening Orr you can do ASAP & anytime once you are on your next park!

  • @hitman776
    @hitman776 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What month is the best time to go?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That is honestly a super loaded question as ‘best’ can mean very different things for everyone!
      TBH every time of year has its pros and cons it just depends on what is important to your family! If you want to talk more in depth of what might be some good options for you, I’m happy to get started on some free quotes! Just fill out this new client form and I can reach out with more info: hemphillyeverafter.com/bookyourtrip

  • @boudreauxlaurie
    @boudreauxlaurie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know if more than one person on my MDE "fam/friend's" list can book rides on SS, if the app is downloaded on their phones? Or is only the person who purchased SS plan for the week allowed to book for all friends?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only one person can have an account! You can technically log into that same account on multiple phones, but it may mess with your notifications.
      The easiest thing is to have one person in charge to set all the searches for the group. If you are planning on riding everything together, I would do it this way anyway! After you select the ride and then the search window, it will have you select the eligible guests from your friends and family list (meaning that they purchased Genie+ for the day) then it will book all of those together!

  • @tylerriggs5525
    @tylerriggs5525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So what about the individual lightning lanes like guardians or avatar do you still follow the same rules as genie + or are those desperate

    • @tylerriggs5525
      @tylerriggs5525 ปีที่แล้ว

      Separate

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are separate! Just like 7 dwarves mine train, you can purchase those individually. If you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can purchase at 7am and if you are staying off property, you can book at park open pending availability.

  • @motoxphone6956
    @motoxphone6956 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there like a list of rides that are not included in the genie plus I can find out ahead of time?
    Also we don’t know exactly when we will arrive at the park(driving from San Diego) is genie plus still a good idea?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      If you go to the tip board in your app, it will show which rides are eligible for Genie+!
      If you are using Genie+ on a travel day, I recommend stacking up your lightning lanes for late afternoon/evening. Remember, you can book another Lightning lane every two hours if you haven’t used one! If you use standby Skipper, it’ll automate this for you so you don’t have to worry about remembering while you travel!

  • @tereelevate2644
    @tereelevate2644 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it work in Disneyland?

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not at this time! Genie+ is a lot less complicated to use at Disneyland, so Standby Skipper isn’t as necessary as it is here. BUT make sure you follow Standby Skippers social media cause you never know! Things could change

  • @robbiewittnebel5048
    @robbiewittnebel5048 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m wondering about virtual queues will standby skipper work with virtual queues

    • @kaylaandmarkalan
      @kaylaandmarkalan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope! It only works for attractions included with Genie+, so virtual queues and Individual Lightning Lanes will still have to be done yourself

  • @najakids5
    @najakids5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mantap vidionya.Hadir menyimak bosku.salam silaturohmi semoga lancar riskinya dan tambah maju chanelnya

  • @kimhong-js1zs
    @kimhong-js1zs ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice