Disney World A to Z

In our final episode, my brothers join me to think back on some of our favorite Disney memories. Thank you all so much for following along with the podcast! Make sure you follow me @BookishPrincess on YouTube and Instagram to stay in touch.    

O is for...Obscure! Walt Disney World is chock full of secrets and meaningful details half-hidden in plain sight, so in today's episode we're talking about all the interesting, not-so-obvious, obscure elements at the parks and resorts. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

N is for...Nighttime! Chatting through some of my favorite things to do at the Walt Disney World parks and resorts after dark. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram  

M is for...Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse! From character dining to meet and greets in the parks, this week's episode is about every single place in Walt Disney World where you can meet the two main mice - together and separately and in just about every kind of attire you can think of, from Minnie's classic polka dots to Mickey's Hawaiian style. Character offerings do change quite a bit - we recently lost the cute Mickey and Minnie pom pom/polka dot "Surprise Celebration" meet and greet at Town Square, but soon there will be a new Mickey and Minnie character meal at the Riviera Resort! Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

L is for...LUXURY! My lovely friend Sunni is co-hosting this week as we chat about signature dining, suites, VIP tours, and more - all the most over-the-top, luxurious ways to experience Disney World restaurants, resorts, and parks. Sunni is a travel agent for Disney destinations: you can contact her keys.sunni@gmail.com! Follow her on Instagram @this.mama.travels. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

J is for...JAMBO HOUSE & K is for...KIDANI VILLAGE! Today's episode is about all things Animal Kingdom Lodge from dining to accommodations to recreation. Check out the Kilimanjaro Club Level video tour: https://youtu.be/GQzSt5Nj_Pw Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

I is for...IMPRESSIONS DE FRANCE! If you've listened to the podcast for awhile or follow my YouTube channel, you'll know how much I love Epcot's incomparable France pavilion movie.

H is for...hungry!

G is for...GRAN DESTINO. This week we're talking about the new Gran Destino tower at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort as well as the new Chronos Club Level. Watch the Gran Destino video: https://youtu.be/545GgYhe2LM More Disney World resort tours: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV02cZnorlkxirCRX7nv5e-F1UtjW_-uc Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

F is for...First Visit! For this week's episode I asked our Disney World A to Z Facebook community what tips they wish they had known before their first visit to Disney World. Thanks to everyone who left a comment!  Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

E is for...E TICKET! This week's episode is all about the most popular rides at Walt Disney World, from the attractions that are most difficult to grab Fastpass+ for to my personal "E Ticket" favorites I try to hit every time I'm in the parks. Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

D is for...D23! The ultimate expo for Disney fans wrapped up this weekend in Anaheim, and listener Britt was there and got to attend the Disney Parks panel! We chat about what it's like to attend D23 and all the news and announcements that came out of this year's expo. Follow Britt on Instagram: @b_dubs_eats. Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

C is for...California CLUB LEVEL! Sunni guest hosts this week to share a trip report of her recent Disneyland Hotel E Ticket Club Level stay. We also chat about the Veranda Club Level at Disney's Grand Californian Resort and the Beach Comber Club Level at Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. Sunni is a travel agent for Disney destinations: you can contact her keys.sunni@gmail.com! Follow her on Instagram @this.mama.travels. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

Sharing all the fun merch I found and shopping I did on our last Walt Disney World trip! You can also check out this podcast in video form: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbobrqF3r38 Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

Listener Ashley (@bigworld_books) is on the podcast this week to share her experience at the Villains After Hours event at the Magic Kingdom and After Hours at Disney's Hollywood Studios.   Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

B is for...BATUU! Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge opened about a month ago, and as we await the opening of Walt Disney World's Galaxy's Edge at the end of August, listener Britt fills us in on all the incredible offerings in Batuu! From Oga's Cantina to Smugglers Run from the Droid Factory to the Star Wars Datapad games in the Disney Play App. We're talking attractions, shopping, dining, cast member costumes, characters, and all the fun details.   Follow Britt on Instagram: @b_dubs_eats. Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

A is for...AREA LOOP! This week's episode is all about the ambient background music in the parks and resorts that makes Disney World so immersive. Here are a few of our favorites...   Space Mountain Tunnel Music: https://youtu.be/a3GCDTJsO8g Tomorrowland: https://youtu.be/EPO3S649TNs Epcot Future World: https://youtu.be/G_z6rkLrqjw Impressions de France: https://youtu.be/2ZM4OA2JRpU Tomorrowland Society Podcast Episode with the Director of Impressions de France, Rick Harper: https://tomorrowsociety.com/rick-harper-podcast/ Dinoland USA: https://youtu.be/CwpKiyrEMHA Tree of Life: https://youtu.be/tBm73YjJB0o Pandora: https://youtu.be/XA_VlF-n_qE The Shaman's Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXXZajrIoug Animal Kingdom Lodge: https://youtu.be/7mMX2Hp_xt8 Animal Kingdom Lodge Christmas: https://youtu.be/f3tKD0kELYA Wilderness Lodge: https://youtu.be/VROmUyW8TQo Wilderness Lodge Christmas: https://youtu.be/KIU91AdEJfA Beach Club: https://youtu.be/Ju38IDiSDZM Disney Springs: https://youtu.be/klOe-e9y0_4 Just looked it up, and apparently Michael Tavera is the composer! Here’s his website: http://michaeltavera.com/ Alien Swirling Saucers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tdddXs0Dd8&list=PLxez_FdTiu-OaRHDKEcyNXXB3lKioqYI7 Main Street USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31YJPz7gZ4c The Land Pavilion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XlWlmeruRA&t=96s Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3U5rC7AbZ2Y   Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram  

Answering some questions with my brother Athos in today's new episode! Including... how to make a cappuccino when you're staying club level dining with an imagineer experience at Brown Derby walking through the process of resort hopping favorite photopass spots favorite Disney transportation + new Skyliners what to do if you're planning a trip this fall post-Galaxy's Edge Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

Get ready for a new listener trip report! Taylor (@TaylorSage) joins us to share her recent college graduation celebration trip. She packed in a TON of rides, shows, and attractions at Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Magic Kingdom. From budget tips to what to do on a off day outside of the parks to snagging an early last-minute ADR for breakfast at Be Our Guest - this was such a fun episode.

This week my lovely friend Sunni is sharing all the details from her recent travel agent trip - she got to tour tons of the resorts, including presidential suites and club levels. Chatting about some hidden Disney dining gems like The Wave at the Contemporary and the Ale & Compass at the Yacht Club. Also included: relaxing at the Animal Kingdom Lodge, the new Skyliner gondolas (they were just recently "unwrapped" so all the car designs have been revealed!), sampling Flower & Garden snacks and drinks at Epcot, some Impressions de France love (OF COURSE). Sunni is a travel agent for Disney destinations: you can contact her keys.sunni@gmail.com! Follow her on Instagram @this.mama.travels. Check out Emma’s YouTube channel and Instagram (@BookishPrincess) for more Disney content. ✨ Podcast Social Media:Twitter Instagram

Answering some listener questions in this week's new episode including... Riverside or Coronado Springs? Things to do in Florida outside of Walt Disney World. Ways to save money in the parks. Boma or Ohana for dinner? Booking 60-day FP+ for a big group. The Big Pink Birthday Cake Castle. Will you enjoy Trader Sam's Grog Grotto if you're under 21? What are the food offerings at the Animal Kingdom Lodge's Kilimanjaro Club Level? Join the Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

Looking at some of the real-life personalities whose stories are woven into the Walt Disney World resorts! Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/6nlDjesUXxw Learn more about the Osa Johnson giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/BwlDWYKnFWk/ Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Follow @DisneyWorldAtoZ on:Twitter Instagram  

Every trip, our Animal Kingdom days tend to follow a very similar pattern...but that's because we want to fit in all our favorites! From Pandora to Dinoland, from a Night Blossom at Satu'li Canteen to a visit to Tiffins (this is a dream day after all!). Watch the Animal Kingdom vlog: https://youtu.be/1b1a9LaMq0k Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Follow @DisneyWorldAtoZ on:Twitter Instagram

Athos and I talk about our favorite butterflies, topiaries, and food at Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival - including new displays, merch, and booths for 2019! Seriously, though, you NEED to check out this cotton candy masterpiece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=As-WUBKp_F8 Flower & Garden 2018 Vlog: https://youtu.be/8FYE13DAkNk Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Follow @DisneyWorldAtoZ on:Twitter Instagram  

Today we're hearing Jeff and Sara of @AdultsInDisney are guest hosting to talk about their recent trip to Tokyo Disney! From the incredible theming of Tokyo Disney Sea to a magical stay at the Hotel MiraCosta to dinner at Magellan's, it was so much fun to hear about their stay. Follow Jeff and Sara on instagram and on their site adultsindisney.com. Find more Disney tips, tours, and reviews on Emma’s YouTube channel. Social Media:Twitter Instagram

My brother Athos and I share our favorite little-known tips and tricks for making the most of your Disney vacation. Click here to watch the video version of this episode! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram  

In this week's episode we're sailing from New York City on a Disney Cruise to Bermuda aboard the Disney Magic with the lovely Sunni! Sunni is a travel agent for Disney destinations: you can contact her keys.sunni@gmail.com! Follow her on Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to The Disney Mama on YouTube. Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram

First time Disney-goers John and Kathy (and family!) are on the podcast for a listener trip report! They shared their experience staying at Shades of Green Resort, snagging a Toy Story Land Early Morning Magic reservation, sampling lots of delicious Disney food, and more. Check out John's website and twitter! Check out the VIDEO TOUR of Shades of Green! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

We're traveling to PARIS in today's new episode - my friend Laura fills us in on all her favorites and all the fun from her recent fall trip to Disneyland Paris. Laura's Instagram: @LauraClaireH Laura's YouTube: Redhead Does Disney Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

My lovely mom co-hosts to talk about all things Fastpass Plus! We had the My Disney Experience app up as we were recording to see what kinds of FP+ you might be able to book same-day in the parks. Lots of unique tips to minimize your wait time and grab hard-to-find Fastpass at the last minute. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

This week Diana joins us for a trip report episode! She just got back from an adults-only Disney World weekend with lots of time at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival - YUM. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

Talking Disney World news & listener questions including... All the cool Halloween treats at the Magic Kingdom! New Snow White table service meal coming to the Wilderness Lodge. Booking FP+ with a MNSSHP ticket. Where to eat during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Waiving mousekeeping during your resort stay to get a gift card at the value & moderate resorts. How to get the hitchhiking ghosts mug at Trader Sam's. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

Hope everyone's been having a great summer! We went on a quick Disney World jaunt in August, so this week I've got a trip report! Sharing our first impressions of Toy Story Land, a magical morning in Pandora, and a delicious, gourmet dinner at Be Our Guest Restaurant. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

This week's episode is full of great listener questions including... How do refillable mugs and refillable popcorn buckets work? When exactly does the 60 day window open for resort guests to book Fastpass+? Breakfast at Cape May Cafe: Yay or Nay? What will Disney World do for the 50th Anniversary in 2021? Are the Disney World monorails getting an upgrade? Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

Z is for...Zurg! Sunni aka @thedisneymamatravels takes us along on her VIP tour for opening day at Toy Story Land! She shares all the fun from her recent trip, from fine dining at Yachtsman Steakhouse and Artist Point to a day at Universal. Sunni is a travel agent for Disney destinations! Follow her on Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to The Disney Mama on YouTube. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

Y is for...Year! In this week's episode we're breaking down the Walt Disney World year from January to December to talk about crowd levels and events month-by-month. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

X is for...Extreme! This week's episode is all about extreme food and desserts at Walt Disney World - from famous decadent dishes like tonga toast and the kitchen sink to menu newcomers you may have never heard of! Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

This week we've got a new Listener Questions episode! Lots of fun topics including... Surprise Resort Upgrades. Special Perks for Annual Passholders. Using Magical Express if your flight gets in super late. Pros and Cons of renting a car. Renting a golf cart at Fort Wilderness. Early Morning Magic and Disney After Hours. Using FP+ at multiple parks in the same day. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

W is for...West Coast! Today's episode is about all things Disneyland. Autumn aka @autumnvantravels guest hosts and fills us in on her recent travel agent training trip! Listen to hear more about the parks and hotels of Disneyland, restaurants and new eats, as well as construction in progress with Pixar Pier and the new Marvel area. Don't forget to follow Autumn on Instagram and Facebook! Click here to watch Autumn's tour of the Disneyland Hotel's Adventureland Suite. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram  

This week Blair aka @BlairBlogs is guest hosting to tell us all about her 4-night Bahamian cruise aboard the Disney Dream!

V is for...Viewing Guide! This week we're looking at the different viewing options (from dining packages to Fastpass+ to dessert parties!) and best spots to watch the parades, fireworks, and nighttime shows at Walt Disney World including... Festival of Fantasy Parade at the Magic Kingdom Happily Every After Fireworks at the Magic Kingdom Illuminations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot Fantasmic! at Disney's Hollywood Studios Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks at Disney's Hollywood Studios Rivers of Light at the Animal Kingdom Watch the Happily Ever After Dessert Party Vlog. Watch the Rivers of Light Vlog (with that epic popcorn bucket of course). Watch the World of Color Vlog from Disneyland (since we kept hyping it

Melissa (@InCindysShoes on Instagram) joins as guest host to talk about her Dapper Day trip last month and all her fabulous Dapper Day fashions!

U is for...Underrated! This week's episode is about the best underhyped tours, offerings, shows, and attractions at Walt Disney World - from crossing rope bridges over crocodiles during Wild Africa Trek to sunrise yoga at the Contemporary. Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

It's trip report time! Emma's brother Athos joins in as we chat about our recent rainy Disney World trip including tips for enjoying the parks in stormy weather plus LOTS of new Disney food. There were so many new things to try from Flower & Garden dishes at Epcot to the Spyglass Grill at Caribbean Beach to The Edison at Disney Springs, from Millenial Pink Milkshakes to Purple Wall Slushs! Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

This week's episode is dedicated to recent Disney World news & listener questions! Chatting about... Minnie Van Service rolling out to all resorts. New 1-Day Ticket option with 3 pre-booked Fastpass+. Construction updates on Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster, Toy Story Land, and Galaxy's Edge. The adorable new Disney Style store at Disney Springs! Also answering listener questions like Beach Club or Wilderness Lodge, where to rent/buy Disney movies, favorite Disney songs, when do the Halloween decorations go up at the Magic Kingdom, and more! Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A to Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma’s YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Social Media:Twitter Instagram Facebook Emma’s Instagram

T is for...Table Service! WARNING: This episode WILL make you hungry.

S is for...Shopping! This week my lovely friend Sunni co-hosts as we chat about things to buy before your trip - from wardrobe planning to practical things to pack - as well as our favorite souvenirs to buy at Walt Disney World and our favorite Disney shopping spots.

R is for...Resorts! In part 2 of our journey through Walt Disney World's hotels we're talking about the DELUXE resorts. From signature dining to amazing theming to CLUB LEVEL and beyond! We chat about... Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge + Jambo House & Kidani Village Villas Disney's Beach Club Resort & Villas Disney's BoardWalk Inn & Villas Disney's Contemporary Resort & Bay Lake Tower Villas Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa & Villas Disney's Polynesian Village Resort & Villas Disney's Wilderness Lodge + Copper Creek & Boulder Ridge Villas Disney's Yacht Club Resort Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A-to-Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma's YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Click here to check out room tour videos from the Disney hotels we've been talking about in today's episode. Don't forget to listen to Monday's episode to hear all about the value & moderate resorts at Disney World. Social Media:TwitterInstagramFacebook Emma’s Instagram

R is for...RESORTS! In this episode we're talking through the highlights at the value and moderate resorts at Walt Disney World, including best things to eat and best spots for photos at... Disney's All Star Music, Movies & Sports Resorts Disney's Art of Animation Resort The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Disney's Coronado Springs Resort Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort Do you have a question you want us to answer on the show? Get in touch here! Don’t forget to join our private Disney World A-to-Z Facebook Group! Subscribe to Emma's YouTube channel which has lots of Disney World vlogs! Click here to check out room tour videos from the Disney hotels we've been talking about in today's episode. Stay tuned for part 2 covering the deluxe resorts on Wednesday! Social Media:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmma’s Instagram

Q is for...Questions! Emma answers lots of listener questions with help from her mom and a brother...or two.

P is for...Partings.