NEW for 2023! Disney Genie Plus Strategy for Magic Kingdom at Disney World: Our Latest Tips & Tricks

Want to ride everything in the Magic Kingdom without massive wait times? Nervous about using Disney Genie Plus? This all-new version of our Disney Genie Plus Strategy Guide to Magic Kingdom is filled with our latest tips for 2023 to help you ride the most rides in the least amount of time. Know which rides to pick first and which rides you can hold off on until later in the day. Find out which rides don't have Genie Plus Lightning Lanes and get our tips for riding those, too! Plus, we're adding in bonus tips, tricks, hacks and suggestions to make your Disney World day as magical and stress-free as possible!
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[@JB-xv2zh]

We watched several videos on this channel prior to our Disney World trip and we just got back. First off, the parks were PACKED and the weather was incredible, so we expected problems and major crowds. With that said, we followed the tips on the Ear Scouts videos exactly and they worked PERFECTLY. I can't begin to explain how helpful these tips and tricks were. We went to Magic Kingdom and Disney Hollywood Studios and we experienced EVERY attraction at both parks! The wait times were staggering, but with Genie Plus and Ear Scouts, we had an incredible time. For anyone that has doubts..... believe me..... this strategy works! Thanks again Ear Scouts!! Even without future trips planned for now, I will continue watching your content.

[@EarScouts]

Sorry for the long delay - I was just going through old comments that we missed and I’m so glad I saw this one. I’m also glad to hear our videos helped you have a great trip!!! Thanks for watching and leaving this wonderful note. 😃

[@johncandinewbury-ve1il]

Another amazing video! The amount of extra tips you go over in addition to the Genie+ tips is incredible and extremely helpful. I loved the incorporation of the railroad and meeting Ariel as well as the parade tip. Thank you so much for all you do!

[@chrisjoly1364]

We LOVE your videos!! You always are so upbeat and happy!! You give great tips! We really appreciate it!

[@JaredAGolf]

Just back from a week at Disney. Was me and my family’s first time there, and THANKS to all of your videos I watched before visiting, I felt like a seasoned vet! Everything went so much smoother with the help of Genie+ and all of your tips! Thanks so much!!!

[@user-to7cb6sg2b]

0:46 Just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to the Ear Scouts team for all the great advice! We used the strategies you showed for using genie + across all the parks and the No genie no problem tips to make the most out of our trip. I genuinely think we wouldn't have had half as much fun (or managed to ride half as many rides) without your invaluable advice, so we are super grateful for all your help! Looking forward to seeing your Paris videos when they come😁

[@craigpugsley]

I can’t say thank you enough for your super informative, well constructed videos! They are amazing, and clearly the product of many hours research and work. It made our trip to Magic Kingdom yesterday absolutely fab! Thank you 🎉

[@Hannah-gm7ez]

It's our last night at Disney and I had to come say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! You taught me so much including the Genie slots and it TREMENDOUSLY helped! Thanks for all you do!!!

[@marthaponce1269]

We just returned from our Disney world vacation and rode nearly every ride in all 4 parks! We still had so much time to meet characters and enjoy the shows. It was all thanks to your videos and tips! We are so thankful to you!

[@bayleeboulem7176]

Rob, I found your channel and I am so thankful. I have planned to go to WDW since I was 10! I moved away to the east coast from my beloved Disneyland and season passholder status when I was 5 (grew up near Anaheim). As I got older I was always intimidated by the price and tips/tricks of WDW, but the way you deliver and give information has made me pull the trigger to fufill my dream Disney vacay. You're young once, the love of my life and I have no kids, and we are in a position to spend money and earn it back. I am so excited and feel well prepared to share a dream vacation we both have been missing since we were kids- with the help of you. Can't thank you enough.

[@Giovanni_Palladino]

Thank you for keeping us up to date and current. Greatly appreciated!!

[@chelseawales4884]

We just had our first ever magic kingdom day yesterday and had so much success with your tips and the genie slots! Thank you for everything you share and helping makes trip even more magical! My mother in law said it was the most amazing day just being lead around and skipping all the lines! 😂

[@SuzanneGriswold]

Hi Rob, Your videos are amazing and I can’t wait to try out your tips and tricks when my family and I are at the parks in 3 weeks. It’s our first trip to Disney World but your video have helped me feel confident with navigating everything Disney. Thank you and hope to see you there!

[@Melnics]

I can't thank you guys enough!! I went to WDW over Memorial Day Weekend, and telling my friends what I was able to ride, NO ONE believed me! 7 am genie plus ride selections, playing the genie slots, and strategies to ride all the best rides, I can not thank you enough! Keep up the GREAT WORK!!

[@DCB2038]

Just want to say THANK YOU! We didn’t arrive at MK our first day until 1pm and still got to ride everything except for Jungle Cruise and that’s only because I wanted to do it during the day. Other wise Tron, Peter Pan, Haunted Mansion, Buzz, and so many more without extra magic hours too! Love this! 🎊

[@katyannaharris6131]

Rob, you are amazing! Your joy, positivity, and KNOWLEDGE!!! I hope we run into you next week in the parks!

[@EarScouts]

Thanks so much for your kind comment. Hopefully our paths will cross while you’re here. Hope you have an amazing vacation either way. 😃

[@christopherpriebe8910]

I’m going with my entire family in a week and these tips are extremely helpful. Thank you for all of your hard work!

[@katelynnm5686]

Thank you so so sooo much for this video! You are a life saver. I have been stressed about genie+/ lightning lane. Other KZbin videos just confused me even more! Your video is so helpful. You are so good at explaining this process so it doesn’t intimidate me. I know my Disney experience is going to be so much better thanks to your help!

[@stephanedorval3033]

Thanks Rob ! Our week in all Disney's parks have Much easier with your videos! Didn't have much luck in getting evening rides, but we learn a lot from you ! Thanks again!!

[@jcann907]

Thank you for your videos. We only had 1 day at Wdw and were able to get almost 30 lightining lanes throught all 4 parks using your tips!

[@siddarth604]

Thank you so much Rob, it was because of you we were able to book rides on time and make our experience magical. Thanks again :)

[@jamesfc5071]

Thank you! wonderfully done! You are very entertaining and informative!

[@SACAHA77]

I love your channel. My family and I would never have had the day we had at Disney if I hadn’t watched your videos. So helpful. Thank you.

[@reginafesta2182]

This was by far the best genie+ video I've seen! Thank you so much! But it does look like you had a perfect day, not so crowded.

[@amberc103]

I found your rope drop/early entry and Genie+ strategy videos to be super helpful when planning our family vacay earlier this year! Thanks!

[@UncleBobbyB1001]

Mr. Ears. You are an absolute LEGEND. Just got back from a family vacation in orlando. We're from Canada. We hit up all the Disney parks. I watched all your 2023 Park videos before going and WOW were they so helpful! Playing those genie slots were the highlight of my trip! Haha I was able to get my group of 5 way better return times. It was incredible. Thank you thank you for all your tips and tricks! It seriously made our vacation so much better!!!!!!!! You da man

[@NitaRankin-bl8hc]

Rob, our trip (actually in the middle of it on 06-05-23) has been SO Wonderful bc of you!! Thank you! Your info, G+ tips, tricks, are working perfectly. Icing was that I happened to see you at HS yesterday 6-04. TU for the pic! My daughter arrived today all green eyed, lol. Just ordered my Think Happy Thoughts tote, thank you!

[@marymrobertson]

I watched your videos prior to a last-minute trip to disney. THANK YOU! Following your tips, we got to do 14 rides & attractions today with my 3.5 year old.

[@ericrichey3862]

Just wanted to say thank you so much for all the tips. MK, and Hollywood were both packed this week, and with your help we were able to ride every ride. The only thing that I had to change when we played the slots, was just sticking to one ride. I lost every time given when I played the slots, but when I switched to just one ride, and clicking back and forth from the return time and confirmation page, I won every time. I even passed on your tips to other guest that were struggling with the system. Thanks again, my family very much appreciated all your help!!!

[@mrsmax2014]

Love your channel! We were so excited To see you when we were leaving Typhoon Lagoon last weekend! Thanks for all the great info! Always a joy to watch and learn :)

[@whitemarshmellowlove]

Thanks to you I got the best out of my magic kingdom experience and using genie+ !! The first day I was completely lost and overwhelmed, thankfully I found your videos !! Thank you so so much 🎉

[@jenniedub]

I always wait anxiously for your new videos. Love this one - thanks so much!

[@EarScouts]

Thanks so much, Jennie! We appreciate your support! 😃

[@anthonymathura1237]

Thank you so much for the video, we are preparing for our Disney trip next week. Can't wait to try these tips!

[@user-vf5gw4or3b]

Thank you for the videos! They have been so helpful and you are such a joy to watch!

[@sheryllemper4988]

Awesome video! It’s very helpful and help me to understand how to use Genie plus wisely. We’ll be going there in a week and half and I feel ready to use your method. Thank you so much! 😊

[@ivanzricardo]

Thank you so much! We have just followed your tips and did all the rides (some of them twice) today at MK Even being in a party of 3 and the park crowded! You saved my day!

[@brandonk4740]

Just finished the first day at mk with my wife for our honeymoon! Thanks to you and your videos, it was an absolute success! We watched other videos but none compared to yours! Could not have been better and it’s all thanks to you! I’m subscribing now and thank you sooo much!!

[@makechange5452]

I wanted to say THANK YOU! We used the tips you gave in this video to plan our day. Using the Genie Plus and having an 8-year-old was a blessing. If anyone have every done Disney with a small child, you know the headache that brings. Using what we learned here. We managed to do 20 rides,3 shows, and dinner. All in one day. It was amazing. It was better than Disney during Covid. Which I didn't think was possible. Also, we saw you at Epcot on 8/5/23 and thought about stopping you to say thank you personally. However, we didn't want to interfere with your day. So, thank you for your videos. They truly made our trip this past week to Disney one to remember for all the right reasons.

[@fe.fernandes]

Thank you for this amazing video! So helpful! ❤

[@candacev.3802]

Just found your videos. This is extremely helpful. I haven’t been since 2021 and can tell a lot has changed. Thanks for explaining how the modify feature helps.

[@nurspreneurnay]

Thank you soooo much! We’re going Christmas Day and this just helped me feel a little better!

[@joyinnas]

I love how organic and live your tips are. Glad to have found your channel :)

[@DanielleWarren]

This is very informative, and I love how detailed you are with your plans & graphics! Thank you!

[@FilipeFelinto]

Thanks for all your videos. The best for all things Disney! Also was lucky to see him today at my hotel and he was super nice. 😊

[@noemiamaro8030]

Injust want to say thank you for ALL YOUR ADVICES! We just came back from Disney and we played Genie slots and were able to get on all rides!!! Love your videos!!!!!!!! Keep up the good work! We just realized our last day at Animal kingdom you were there but we learned it when we got to our hotel 😢.

[@EarScouts]

Sorry we missed you, but thanks so much for making our videos part of your trip. 😃

[@chandrareddy4206]

we watched several videos on this channel prior to our disney world trip. Your tips are helpful, Thank you sir. Appreciate your time and effort.

[@jeffdavid1289]

Appreciate your videos, Rob. This was the key video I watched to prep for my family's trip.

[@Tampabay307]

Thanks for the update Rob!

[@gs1058]

Wow and Ty. Never been to Disney before and the things I learned in this video made me look like a seasoned pro. First day done, it was great in big part you.

[@vxeel]

My wife just ran into you today at Hollywood studios! We had the most perfect day at magic kingdom because of you! You are so under rated. We hit up literally ever ride in the park in one day! Thank you so much.

[@havellas1]

Loved the update! We found that Genie Gremlin about going back and forth when the time changed and always get a better return time. Thanks as always for the video and we hope to see you (maybe this weekend while we are there)!

[@caramhelvillegas5644]

WOW!!!! Thank you! I've watched so many videos about Genie+ and yours is the most helpful and easier to understand! Glad I clicked your video. Subscribing now!!! Thanks again!

[@jimmiewalker4166]

My daughter just graduated from high school and we are headed to Disney tomorrow. I am excited to bring my girls back to Disney as teenagers rather than toddlers. They are totally old enough to play "slots" in Disney. I was overwhelmed when I watched the official Genie Plus videos, but your videos are so helpful and fun. Love your thematic ears for sure. THANK YOU!!

[@krisnyc9134]

So informative. This is the best explanation for someone like me that is only going for one day one park and wants to get the most out of the time spent.

[@user-lk7cw1zo3j]

Fantastic tips and tricks using Genie, we were able to ride everything we wanted and then some! By far the best videos and information for Disney! Keep up the great work and thank you again for the videos!

[@carolbeech]

I’m enjoying watching these videos so much! My trip is in September and I’m so ready!

[@karennealy1857]

Another great video Rob! Love this new series. Thanks so much for doing it. I was there mid-May and I’m going back in mid-July. All your tips work and, the truth is, the current improved version of Genie+ works quite well. So I’m eating my words …and enjoying the Parks again!

[@EarScouts]

So glad to hear you’re feeling better about using Genie. I think many of us wish we could go back to the FastPass days, but Genie does work if you know how to play the game. Hope your next trip is even better than the last. 😃

[@robertb4382]

Hi Rob, We just got back from Disney over the TG holiday weekend. I have to say your vids helped us tremendously. I dont like everything about Genie+ but it did work out well for us using the strategies you recommended. We were able to get on almost every ride we wanted at Epcot, AK and MK. I do feel like some of it was just dumb luck but most of it was paying attention and working the app for the best times. Thank you for your advice. It really made a difference!

[@jenilyn6670]

Love love love!!! We’ll be at MK on Wed… first time since 2018 so excited!

[@shannonfairbanks5212]

Rob, thank you for all the tips and tricks! We had a wonderful experience, and played the disney slots like pros!!😂

[@jacquelinerodenbush6691]

Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us. This makes my little planning heart happy. I don't like crowds or waiting in line, and the family has chosen Disney as our vacation this year. Watching your videos help me to know what to expect.

[@EarScouts]

Sadly there is not much we can do about the crowds, but hopefully these tips will help avoid some of the lines. 😅 Good luck with those Genie Slots - we hope you have an amazing vacation! 🧞‍♂️🎰

[@rachelrozalyn]

WOW! I am so glad I came across this video!!!

[@cheryls.4491]

We are going to WDW again in a few weeks and your vlogs helped me so much last year with Genie+.Thank you so much for the updates! Hopefully I can remember how to use it to the biggest advantage lol.

[@LaMansandDisney]

Great video Rob. Thanks!

[@jeffreyvilenski7517]

I can’t believe I never new about the “slots” technique. Also, that there was a balcony at Pinocchio Haus. Super helpful video.

[@maureendelgreco3544]

I love watching your videos and pretending I’m going to Disney soon!🤣All your tips were very helpful for our trip summer 2022. Keep up the great work! GO CELTICS ☘️🏀

[@meaninginthemundane9227]

We are preparing to leave for our Disney trip in just a few days - and this is by far one of the best Genie + videos I’ve seen. Thanks for being so thorough and for all the information! I definitely feel more equipped to tackle the strategic nature of Genie + now!

[@EarScouts]

Thanks so much - and best of luck with those Genie Slots! 🧞‍♂️🎰

[@giuliaagoolia]

Is the virtual boarding group still a thing? Or is Tron only paid now? :( I agree- this video is so helpful~!@@EarScouts

[@ihaterayporter]

Love this video. Would love to see it if you could do the same style video but have 3 to 4 people in your group to see how your day is impacted and then see the results comparatively. Worth considering kids vs no kids in that group as well.

[@kristendurst1081]

I was thinking the same thing - it would be interesting to see if a larger group could have the same amount of success.

[@chrisanntoelupe984]

Another great video as always. You put out such amazing content. 💕

[@EarScouts]

Thanks so much, chrisann! 😃

[@jimknarr]

Rob, you deserve a huge thanks!! My family of three just got back from a hugely successful vacation to all four theme parks using ALL of your major strategies: Genie+, "Buzzer Beater", "Tip Boards", "Genie Slots / Modify Plan", Mobile Food Orders, and using Stand By on a Tier 2 ride (like Soarin') rather than a Tier 1 ride at general park open for the easy initial "walk on" were all invaluable in securing the best experience possible! We park hopped Epcot & Hollywood Studios. Then, two days later, we park hopped Magic Kingdom & Animal Kingdom. I nailed the 7AM Virtual Queue within that critical "5 second window" BOTH days to ride Guardians of the Galaxy and Tron -- both rides were two of our favorites. When we did Epcot, we road the rides in the front part of the park in the morning, then did the Around the World "food tour" with rides Remy and Frozen. I had a list of all of your Epcot Flower & Garden Graze "excellent" and "great" food recommendations so we didn't waste time and money. You were spot on! At mid-afternoon, we park hopped with the Skyliner to Hollywood Studios. I started booking Lightening Lanes at Hollywood Studio after 11AM and was able to get all but Slinky Dog Dash as that was gone by 11AM and never reappeared as available the rest of the day. We ended up choosing Fantasmic rather than Star Wars Rise of the Resistance for the "Buzzer Beater". At Magic Kingdom, The Tron ride broke down in the afternoon so I went to Guest Services and they were able to give us a full day virtual queue pass on the ride should it come back up after we park hopped to Animal Kingdom. We ate an awesome dinner at Satuli Canteen and used Buzzer Beater on Avatar Flight of Passage (absolutely phenomenal)! After we bussed back to Magic Kingdom, we saw Tron all lit up and running so we waited in line and rode it around 10PM. With your help, this entire vacation was totally awesome!

[@DisMissTnT]

What's the buzzer beater technique. I think I missed that one

[@jimknarr]

@@DisMissTnT It's when you get in line on one of the most popular rides in the final minutes before the park closes. You can easily shave off 1-2 hours of wait time vs. waiting in line during the daytime.

[@taligueta5380]

My Disney trip is in 20 days but I just had to come here and tell you Rob that you are the sweetest person in the world! Thanks for the great videos!

[@opchick0597]

WOW! This is one of the most informative Genie + video's I've ever seen. Thank you.

[@leonvanpevenage7042]

Loved the video,hope I will remember all this when I go to disneyworld in Sept 2024

[@dianna9283]

Wow! What a long exhausting day! This is why Disney is considered a “working” vacation, lol. Great tips throughout and a very informative tutorial of genie plus! So helpful! Thank you!

[@veronicav2478]

Thank you for all your info, I really had no idea how to use genie+, I appreciate you🙂

[@katieharrelson6810]

Thanks so much! I love watching your videos! Heading to MK for a grand princess party on my 34th Birthday 6/14🥳

[@elizabethoxendine3826]

We just came back from our first ever Holiday Disney Trip with our 5yr old. I wanted to thank EarScouts for these amazing tutorial videos I have been watching for weeks in preparation. We spent one day each in Magic Kingdom and Hollywood studios, plus the Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party, and thanks to what I learned here and the tips we were able to do everything on our bucket list and without rushing around, feeling all stressed, and waiting in super long lines. Thank you guys so much for helping to make this trip Magical for me and my family!

[@anacarolinasenday450]

Thank you! We loved the video - we will go in July 😅 let’s hope we can you your tips

[@juliegalante1145]

You are awesome!!! Love your videos ❤🎉❤

[@coffeebean5067]

You’re such a likable guy! Your info is top notch, I’d love to see a buzz and mania tips video, thanks for the clear genie tips

[@CamillePatterson876]

Hi Rob, we met you while you were filming this video. Thanks for making such informative videos!

[@nicoledomett9437]

a huge thank you for all your videos. We just grabbed slinky dog on genie plus for 6.40pm which was too late and I said to my son, don't worry, we will play the slots, and after the 4th time we got 3.10pm. A BIG SHOUT TO YOU, thank you, thank you

[@krayle5543]

Love your videos - thank you so much

[@mell3109]

These are excellent videos. Thank you. We were in Orlando last year and I managed to sus out most things but this is another level. We are heading back in July so I’m in serious prep mode 😂😂

[@EZZEREN]

Hello! I just want to thank you for your videos. This one in particular helped me immensely. I’m not a Disney person per se, but I definitely think (if you have the means available) that it’s a wonderful thing for children to experience. Your videos ensured our one day visit to Magic Kingdom was efficient and thorough. Throughout the day while I was waiting for my next Genie+ booking I kept hearing your advice, “just enjoy the park”. It worked marvellously. We rode all the major attractions, saw the parade, had lunch at the castle, and were out of there by 6pm. This is what KZbin was made for. Passionate, well informed people giving solid actionable advice. Again, thank you. While I’m from the US, I have been living abroad for the last ten years and you my friend made the trek worth it. Cheers!

[@EarScouts]

So glad to hear you had a great time at MK! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to let us know how your trip went - we really appreciate it!

[@reneeolivier2994]

This is sooooo helpful. Thank you!!

[@andrewnathan2903]

It's been five years since I've been to the park. This is extremely helpful. Thank you

[@kimcollins5002]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@lauryncarrick9488]

This is a great video! Thanks very much!

[@sherrycammack2052]

Going to Disney two weeks from today. So glad you did this video now! It was a great refresher and learned some new things. Thanks!

[@EarScouts]

Thanks so much, Sherry! So glad you found some helpful info. Hope you have an amazing trip. 😃

[@erinohora6838]

Your videos, this one in particular, was so easy to follow and gave great insight on how to maximize Genie+. I love the "think of it as a game" tip and I actually had fun trying to score lightening lanes all day...and I did! We rode everything thing we wanted within an ideal time frame. Our experience would have been completely different if I had not watched your videos. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@neszgirl]

This is so helpful! Fantastic information!

[@veromikes]

This was a great video. Excellent information and well edited.

[@kellymancaruso9016]

Just had the most magical week in Disney, booking Genie+ for a group of 8. And thanks to your videos, we were able to do EVERYTHING! at all four parks in four days :) you’re the best

[@beanandbugsmom6868]

Thank you for sharing! I was just wondering if these tips are helpful for a group vs solo. Cheers!

[@Allisonf948]

Was wondering the same. How did it work out with a group of 8. I'm going with a group of 6 in the fall

[@alijoniak16]

We have a group of 8 going in November to! Just one person can book Genie+ for all if all reservations are linked, right? Hopefully the luck he had in this video works for large parties to!

[@jennasilvestro4595]

Thank you for this ! New pass holder here and I just learned so many tricks!!

[@melaniespees7218]

Thanks for all of your videos and tips. I'd love to see tips for beating Zurg. I'd also love more videos on doing the parks without genie+. 😊

[@conniebowen8890]

I've been to Disney 3 times now with genie. The first time it was a fail, the second time I used your tips and did much better, the third time I only had one day because during the second time Disney closed for a hurricane and they gave us the unused ticket. I went back for Tron. Using all your tips we were 25 in the virtual cue. In one day, we road all the E ticket rides and saw all the shows we wanted to see. Had plenty of time for fireworks and attended a desert party. Best day ever. Thanks for all the tips.

[@EarScouts]

Hi Connie - that sounds like an epic MK day! So glad you had a great time. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to let us know how your trips went - we really appreciate it! 😃

[@murihiku07]

I watch a lot of Disney vlogs, and I don't know how I missed Ear Scouts, but I have to say it is one of the best I've seen. The production values are also excellent. Great channel!

[@andreacampbellgenna]

Someone referred your channel on Facebook and so far I love it. I’m going in September. I have to pick dining and that’s where I’m not sure what to do. I get stressed thinking about fitting dining in with trying to get on certain rides. My daughter will be almost 3!

[@ricardozaratet]

I am so thankful to ears scout, this last monday we went to magic kingdom (I mean during spring break) and we were able to ride around 10 rides before 5 pm. These tips and tricks like playing with the slots and grabbing the right now ride and then use it to modify plan option is so powerful. We are from México and maybe for us this is once-in-life trip, so my family and I had such a wonderful experience thanks to this guy!!. Good look to everyone and enjoy this magic place!!

[@tracydasilva3396]

You Rock the Genie Rob! Always so fun to watch you.