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The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is here! Running from August 28 to November 17, 2025, this year's festival is bigger, tastier, and more entertaining than ever before.

Tonight we share with you all about our opening day experience at The Beak and Barrel.  It's the very first lounge inside Magic Kingdom, in Adventureland! In this episode, we take you inside the pirate-themed bar that's already making waves with its immersive storytelling, playful details, and themed food and drink menu.We'll explore:The richly designed spaces: the mess hall, the cursed bar, and the captain's quarters.Standout cocktails and our love of the non-alcoholic options! Plus small bites for a snack or lite mealReservation tips, time limits, and what to expect during your visit.How this experience compares to Oga's Cantina and Trader Sam's vs Geo-82Whether you're planning a trip and hoping to snag a reservation, or you just love hearing how Disney keeps raising the bar on immersive storytelling, this episode has you covered.

Think Disney Halloween fun is only inside the parks? Think again! In this episode, we take you on a mouthwatering tour of Halloween treats, drinks, and spooky surprises you can enjoy at Disney Springs and Disney Resorts — all without stepping foot in a theme park.From poison apple piñatas to mummy-wrapped sausages and pumpkin Mickey cones, we'll share what's new for 2024, what's returning, and where to find every hauntingly delicious bite.What You'll Hear in This Episode:

Planning a Disney Cruise? Embarkation day can be one of the most exciting—but also overwhelming—parts of your vacation. In this episode, we share step-by-step Disney Cruise tips to make your first day at sea smooth, stress-free, and full of magic. From travel prep and port check-in to exploring the ship and disembarking at the end of your voyage, you'll learn how to make every moment count.What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Have you ever wanted to live in Disney?  You may not be able to live in the parks but did you know Disney has actually master planned 4 communities you can be a part of?  Two even include activities facilitated by Cast Members.    

The Magic Kingdom proudly premiered this amazing new parade on July 20, 2025.The floats bring all of your favorites Blue Fairy, Asha, Maribelle, Bruno, Elsa, Coco, Pepita, Moana, Tinkerbelle, Peter Pan, Wendy, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, Snow White, Dopey, Princess Aurora & Prince Philip, Cinderella & Prince Charming, Belle & Beast, Tiana & Naveen, Jasmin & Aladdin and of course Mickey & Minnie.  The show gives a nod to the every popular Main Street Electrical Parade with a few bars of Baroque Hoedown at the beginning and end of the parade. Be sure to stay for the very end of the show and check out the back of the last float for a special kiss goodnight.You can view the parade video here

Wonder how many things Disney owns and how many more characters or stories they have, the answers are endless. In Film & TV Studios Walt Disney Pictures – Includes films like Frozen, The Lion King, and Pirates of the Caribbean.Pixar Animation Studios – Known for Toy Story, Cars, Finding Nemo, Inside Out. |Marvel Studios – Rights to Marvel Cinematic Universe (Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther), though some character rights are still partially shared with others (e.g., Spider-Man with Sony).   Lucasfilm – Rights to Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. 20th Century Studios (formerly 20th Century Fox) – Rights to Avatar, Alien, The Simpsons, The X-Men (now integrated with Marvel), Deadpool. | Searchlight Pictures – Known for award-winning films like The Shape of Water and Nomadland.  Disney Television Studios (including):  ABC Signature FX Productions TV Networks  ABC – A major broadcast network.  (Ever notice how many game shows or talk shows have to Disclose their parent company is ABC after a giveaway or location shoot  Disney Channel – Family-focused TV network.   FX Networks – Known for shows like American Horror Story and The Bear.National Geographic – Includes both TV and publishing operations.  ESPN (80% ownership) – One of the largest sports networks globally. Streaming Services Disney+ – Streaming platform for Disney's IPs, including Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and Disney films Hulu (majority ownership) – Streaming platform known for adult-focused TV shows and films. ESPN+ – Sports streaming service.Star+ (internationally, in some regions) – For mature Disney-owned content outside the U.S. Theme Parks & Resorts12 parks, 55 resorts and 7-13 ships Music & Theatrical Disney Music Group – Includes Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records. | Disney Theatrical Productions – Known for Broadway adaptations like The Lion King, Aladdin, and Frozen.Acquired Franchises Star Wars (Lucasfilm acquisition in 2012)  Marvel Comics and Cinematic Universe (Marvel Entertainment acquisition in 2009)  |Avatar (20th Century Studios acquisition in 2019)  The Simpsons, Family Guy, and other Fox properties.  Intellectual Property & Brands Disney Princesses – Includes classic characters like Cinderella, Belle, and Mulan.  |Mickey Mouse & Friends – Iconic characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy.  Pixar Characters – Includes Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other beloved characters.  Marvel Heroes – Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Spider-Man (shared with Sony), and many more. Star Wars Universe – Characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and The Mandalorian. Technology & Innovation  Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) – Visual effects company (under Lucasfilm

Jeff and Sandy breakdown the incredible 2025 Disneyland events calendar.  So many thinks you won't want to miss. Lunar New Year Celebration January 17-February 168 Sweethearts Nights from January 21 - February 13Celebration of Gospel February 8 & 15Food & Wine Festival is February 28 to April 2190s Nites on March 4 & 6Season of Force from March 28 to May 11 plus 8 Star Wars Nights from April 8 to May 6Disneyland's 70th birthday celebration from May 16 to Summer 2026Pride Nights are June 16 & 1831 nights of Oogie Boogie Bash from August 17 to October 31 as well as a Halloween Time in the Parks from August 22 to October 31A Celebration of Coco celebrated August 22 to November 2The Holidays Begin Here! is November 14 to January 7 plus Festival of of Holiday November 14 to January 7Let our friends at ezdisez.com help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.

Fresh off a preview sailing of the Disney Treasure, Sandy shares some of her favorite things....Start with the Grand Hall, where you are greeted by Jasmin, Aladdin and the Magic Lamp and look closely for Abu!  Meet the newest streetmosphere Sage and Coriander.  Head to the Haunted Mansion Parlor is not to be missed.  Hear about the secret drink menu.   Step into the  Skippers Society for a Hippopotomai Tai and many other classic favorites (think Trader Sam's Menu, minus the show).  Of course we share info on Jade Cricket Cafe, Heihei Cafe and Jumbeaux Sweets. Hear about the shows of the new Plaza de Coco dining and the amazing horchatas!It's time to set sail!#disneycruise #hosted #hauntedmansion #skippersociety