112: Fort Wilderness Tips, Jollywood Nights with Kids, and Why We Love Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
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This week on The Well Hello Magic Podcast, we’re taking you on a full Disney journey that spans three very different — but equally memorable — Disney experiences:
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground at Walt Disney World, Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the peaceful, slower-paced escape of Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort.
If you’ve been searching for real reviews, honest tips, and what it’s actually like to experience Fort Wilderness campsites, Disney RV camping, Disney Vacation Club beach resorts, or Jollywood Nights with kids, this episode is packed with everything you need to know — without the highlight-reel gloss.
This episode is especially helpful for families trying to decide:
Where to stay on Disney property
Whether Fort Wilderness is worth it
If Jollywood Nights works for families
Or if a Disney beach resort might be a better fit for their season of life
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground: An Honest RV Camping Review
We start the episode with a deep dive into Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, a massive 750-acre outdoor resort that feels completely removed from the theme parks — in the best way.
Fort Wilderness truly feels like its own little world inside Walt Disney World.
I share our full experience RV camping at Disney as a family of six — including what surprised us, what worked, and what absolutely confirmed that full-time RV living is not my ministry… while also explaining why Fort Wilderness has such a strong, loyal following.
This campground is widely known as one of the cleanest, safest, and best-run campgrounds in the country, and you can feel that Disney quality everywhere — from the grounds to transportation to cast member interactions.
What We Cover About Fort Wilderness
The different Fort Wilderness campsite types
RV hookups and layout
Transportation options around the resort
Getting to Magic Kingdom by boat
What it’s like navigating Fort Wilderness with kids
Why this resort feels so different from other Disney resorts
We also break down the amenities that make Fort Wilderness unique, including:
Horseback riding and pony rides
Archery experiences
Golf cart rentals and why they matter
Multiple playgrounds and pools
Internal bus transportation
And the beloved Chip ’n Dale Campfire Sing-A-Long, which remains a highlight for families
If you’re looking for budget-friendly Disney accommodations, Fort Wilderness is one of the best values on Disney property — and we talk honestly about why it can be such a smart choice depending on how your family travels.
Resort Christmas Touring: An Underrated Disney Experience
We also talk about our Resort Christmas Tour, including visiting holiday decorations at Fort Wilderness and Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
Resort hopping during the holidays is one of the most underrated things to do at Walt Disney World in December, especially if you’re traveling with kids who may not need full park days every day.
We discuss:
Why resort touring can feel calmer than the parks
How it adds holiday magic without long lines
Why it works especially well during busy seasons
This portion of the episode is helpful for families visiting during November or December who want to add Disney magic without adding exhaustion.
Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Honest Review With Kids
Next, we jump into a full breakdown of Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, giving an honest look at what it’s like to attend this event with kids, not just as adults.
We talk through the differences between attending Jollywood Nights as:
Adults only
Versus attending as a family
And what that shift changes about expectations, pacing, and enjoyment.
What We Cover About Jollywood Nights
What the entertainment felt like this year
Crowd levels and wait times
Food offerings and party snacks
Photo opportunities
Overall event flow
The new Party-Saurus Rex experience everyone is talking about
If you’re searching:
Is Jollywood Nights worth it?
Is Jollywood Nights good for kids?
What is Jollywood Nights actually like?
This part of the episode walks through those questions honestly, including what worked well for families and what might not be worth the extra ticket depending on your kids’ ages and tolerance for late nights.
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort: A Peaceful Disney Escape
We wrap the episode with our stay at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, one of the most peaceful and unique Disney Vacation Club properties.
This resort is a completely different pace from Walt Disney World — and that’s exactly the point.
It blends subtle Disney magic with true beach relaxation, making it a great option for families who want Disney without crowds, lines, or constant stimulation.
What We Cover About Hilton Head Island Resort
Resort amenities and layout
Pools and water play areas
The Disney Beach House on Hilton Head Island
Bike rentals and scenic paths
Fishing docks
Playgrounds and family activities
Why the cast members make this resort feel like home
Because Hilton Head Island Resort only offers quick-service dining, we also share:
Tips for making dinner reservations on the island
How to plan meals ahead of time
What families should know before arriving
The weather during our stay was cool, but the kids still spent hours playing on the beach — and we talk about why this resort works well even outside peak summer months.
We also share why this stay already has us planning a return visit.
🔍 Questions We Answer in This Episode
These are the real search questions families ask — and exactly what we cover in this episode:
Is Disney’s Fort Wilderness worth it for families?
What is it really like to camp at Disney’s Fort Wilderness?
Can you RV camp at Walt Disney World?
What are the different Fort Wilderness campsite types?
Is Fort Wilderness a budget-friendly Disney resort?
How do you get from Fort Wilderness to Magic Kingdom?
What amenities does Fort Wilderness offer for kids?
Is resort hopping during Christmas worth it at Disney World?
What is Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios?
Is Jollywood Nights worth it with kids?
What is Party-Saurus Rex at Jollywood Nights?
How crowded is Jollywood Nights?
Is Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort worth it?
What makes Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort different from Disney World resorts?
What dining options are available at Hilton Head Island Resort?
Is Hilton Head Island a good Disney destination for families?
Who This Episode Is For
This episode is especially helpful if you’re:
Planning a Walt Disney World trip and considering Fort Wilderness
Curious about RV camping at Disney
Visiting during the holidays and deciding on Jollywood Nights
Looking for quieter Disney Vacation Club resorts
Wanting honest, real-world Disney reviews from a family perspective
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