Former Disney Cast Member Secrets & Why Disney Trips Are Harder to Plan Than Ever | Jillian Shults

Your Travel Bestie Kat — Cruise Travel & Advice · Jun 26, 2026 · 22m

Ever wondered what it’s REALLY like being a Disney Cast Member?

This week on Your Travel Bestie Kat, I’m joined by former Disney Cast Member and travel advisor Jillian Shults to talk behind-the-scenes Disney magic, customer service lessons, and why planning Disney vacations has become more complicated than ever.

We chat about:

✨ Working at Disney World in 2007

✨ Behind-the-scenes stories from Figment, stunt shows & Disney magic

✨ Why Disney planning feels overwhelming post-COVID

✨ The BIGGEST misconceptions about travel advisors

✨ Why using a Disney specialist can save your sanity

Jillian…