Pixie Dust Podcast

Have you heard the latest news updates from Walt Disney World? We'll break down the latest stories, updates, and openings/closures which include NEW PROMOS for bookings through December 25! And Tony Colombo joins us LIVE from the Polynesian Resort AT Walt Disney World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie returned Monday from an 11-day trip to Walt Disney World! What was it like? Did she feel safe? Did her kids wear masks? Was the magic still there? We answer these and all of your questions with co-host Erika Murphy and special guest, Tony Colombo! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How might WDW be better now? Annie, Erika, and Tony discuss the reopening of Walt Disney World, what they think may be improved now that we have more information about new procedures, and future plans to travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Park reservations, new bookings, dining changes, oh my! Annie and Erika go over all of the latest developments as WDW continues to release more news updates regarding the opening of the parks. Plus, 2021 bookings are now open. Ask your questions! We'll answer them in show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Park reservations, dining reservations, resort reservations, oh my! We got a ton of news about Walt Disney World opening for 2020 into 2021. Annie and Erika go through all of the updates, answer your questions, and look to the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Frey and Tony Colombo discuss their upcoming Walt Disney World vacations. While WDW has announced some precautions that will be in place, as well as modifications and cancellations, many families are trying to decide if it is worth it to still go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World presents a phased reopening plan for approval. Tune in today at 3:00 as we discuss this morning’s presentation, including information on reopening dates and protocols we know so far! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disney World is the most magical place on earth! What concerns might you have when booking a Walt Disney World Vacation? We are here to help! In this episode, we discuss the biggest hesitations people often have when booking a WDW vacation. Concerns can span best and worst times of year, seasonality of the weather, crowd sizes and more. Some believe WDW is just for kids or looks too stressful for an enjoyable vacation. We wrap up the conversation with pending and possible restrictions moving forward as parks look to reopen based on Universal Studios open date, measures, and restrictions and how they may translate to WDW. Relax and enjoy the conversation, we look forward to seeing you in the parks real soon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss some of the updates Disney has released on reopening the Shanghai park, and how we may see those protocols implemented here. We also discuss the reopening of Disney Springs on May 20, and what that may look like moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie welcomes her husband, Jarrod, onto the podcast to discuss how they came to be what some may call "Disney People." What is it like traveling to Walt Disney World for the first time with three small kids? How does one go about planning a trip when they don't speak the WDW language?  They share some of the Magic Moment stories, the happiness, some of the times things went wrong at WDW, and how they came to be so in love with their newfound happy place. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May the fourth be with you! It’s only fitting that on May 4th we feature Star Wars on this episode! Whether you are an expert level fan or have never seen the franchise, we talk about all things Star Wars at Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios, and discuss what attractions may suit you based on your level of Star Wars knowledge! Enjoy this episode you will. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are YOUR go-to pieces of advice for someone embarking on their very first Walt Disney World vacation? Annie is the relative newbie. Erika is the lifer. Hear not only the adult must-dos but stick around to the end for all three of the kids' perspectives! (You DO NOT want to miss the three-year-olds picks!) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore three different scenarios for booking a trip to Walt Disney World for a family of four. Just because the parks are closed right now, doesn’t mean that you have to stop planning! Disney is still taking reservations for June first and beyond. With just a $200, fully refundable deposit, you can secure your reservation, and begin planning your fast passes and dining reservations for arrivals this summer. The final balance is due thirty days before departure and you can make as many payments as needed without penalty. In all three scenarios, we look at pricing for a family of four, two adults and two children ages eight and twelve. All packages include a four-night, five-day stay, four-day base park tickets, Disney Dining Plan, and memory maker. In this case, we are looking at a Disney Value Resort, All-Star Music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first official in-pandemic episode. The seriousness of the virus and its effect on the world somehow has us missing Walt Disney World even more. How have you been coping? We discuss the current WDW closures, some of Erika's experiences of having to cancel vacations that had been booked for months and months. And how we're managing to get through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NEW EPISODE: When is the best time to GO to Walt Disney World? Of course, there are about a million factors that can go into a proper answer to this question. But it's one that is frequently asked be first time travelers. And truthfully, the answer will be different for every vacationer! We go over some of the most opportune times to travel to the most magical place on earth and some are sure to surprise! What's your favorite time to go? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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She walks you through the thought process behind laying it out the way she does. Also, she shares some lessons she's learned on previous trips that may also apply to your trip! Dining reservations, FastPasses, resort stays--enjoy walking through the anticipation of an upcoming trip! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Not your grandma's WDW, or is it? What has changed over the years and what remains the same? While some Disney lovers try to find themselves in the parks as frequently as humanly (and financially) possible, others may have the feeling that a visit to Walt Disney World is something they did, they've experienced, and that not much has changed. Boy! Not so fast! Here we discuss some of the many major and a few of the subtle changes, evolutions, and developments that Walt Disney World has experienced over the years and decades. What did we miss? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When is it the right time to start actually planning a WDW trip? Is their a time too early? Too late? Annie and Erika discuss all the things that go into actually planning a trip. Also, how much do you need to have saved upfront? When is the balance owed? How do you save the most money? We discuss it all! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Tony Colombo and listen to the Main Street Cred news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Be... Our... Guest! Let's talk about dining credits! Who doesn't like to talk about food? Disney has some of the best chefs in the world on property and in this episode we talk about how to get the most out of your dining credits! Did you know that some signature dining restaurants cost two credits per person? How about that you can bank credits and don't have to use a certain amount each day? And now we invite you to relax, let us pull up a chair as the Pixie Dust Podcast proudly discusses.. your dining credits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's a FastPass and why is it so important? When planning your first WDW vacation, or if you haven't been recently, you might wonder about this FP+ thing you keep seeing. What is it? What does it do? Is it worth using (omg, yes)? And what are some good strategies to maximizing your FastPasses for your family? We discuss it all! What's your favorite FastPass tip? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Going to WDW? What in the world do you pack? Shirts, shorts, swimsuit, french horn, check. Whether you're an over-packer (like myself) or a minimalist this episode will help you with your packing checklist. Tips and tricks on how to stay organized with your family, or just packing solo. Most importantly, don't forget your comfortable shoes, you don't want to miss this episode to find out why, and maybe giggle with us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You booked a trip, now what? Dates and deadlines for making the most out of your trip How far in advance can you book your trip? When do you book dining or FastPasses? All things that we discuss in this episode. Making sure you plan ahead, and are prepared can really make your trip more magical. Making sure you note when final payment is due, and when to book your Magical Express tickets, listen in and start creating your timeline today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to save money on your WDW Vacation? This is the episode for you We always hear the number one reservation when planning a vacation is how much it's going to cost. The good news, is we have tips and tricks to get you the most bang for your buck. Want to avoid melt downs from your kiddos in the gift shops? Buy your souvenirs at your home stores and pack them before you leave, or give your kids a gift card as their spending money so they know exactly how much they have to spend on their trip. We talk about things like having groceries delivered or stroller rentals. Working with a travel agent who could apply promotions if available, or guide you in booking during off season, if you like to save money, you do not want to miss this episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alllll abbooard! Let's talk Disney transportation! We start with the Magical Express, Disney's white-glove transportation service from MCO to your resort, and then go through how you get to the parks. Disney has you covered, from a bus or boat system to the classic monorail and even the new Skyliner Gondola system, in this episode we show you how hopping from place to place is a breeze! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've decided you want to plan a Walt Disney World Vacation, now how do you budget for this vacation? In this episode, we talk about some of the best ways to plan and budget financially for your Walt Disney World Vacation. Disney regularly releases promotions, some that could save your family a lot of money! Make sure to bookmark this episode and listen when you have a chance, we talk about promotions and different scenarios for vacation options. Time of year, and seasonality, as well as festivals on property can impact the price of your trip. Who doesn't love saving money?! That could be used for souvenirs or even a room upgrade! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where to lay your head? What are the options on-property at Disney World Resorts? Walt Disney World Resort has over 25 different resorts with three different tiers to meet different family needs. In this episode, we discuss the options, the differences between the Value, Moderate, and Deluxe resorts and all the themes associated with each property. Each location, of course, will have the extra Disney magic, no matter where you stay. Always dreamed of staying in a Hawaiian bungalow complete with a lanai? How about a room with a larger than life Simba outside your door? Listen and find out which options may be the best for you and your family! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Animal Kingdom, a park full of discovery, nature, animals, and entertainment! Did you know that one attraction at Animal Kingdom, Kilimanjaro Safari, is bigger than the entire Magic Kingdom! That's just a small peek into this episode. The newest of the four parks, Animal Kingdom will have you riding a safari through Africa, then searching for dinosaurs and a Yeti on Everest, and then riding a banshee. This park has it all! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollwood Studios, the Hollywood that never was and will always be In this episode we discuss the glitz and glam of Hollwood Studios. Whether you're a lifer like Erika who will forever call this park MGM Studios or a newbie who has only experienced the park as Hollwood studios, we can all appreciate the lights and sounds that make up this wonderful park. The third park to open on property, Hollwood Studios has seen the most transformation. We discuss the shows and attractions and the newest addition to the park Galaxy's Edge! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. Better known as EPCOT, the Utopian community dreamed up by Walt Disney himself. In this episode, we take a stroll through Future World, to the World Showcase, and everything in between. Full of history, culture, festivals, and arts, it's no wonder it is a favorite of so many! Where can you have brunch in France, catch a cool boat ride in Mexico and then end up at a romantic dinner in Italy? Epcot! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's more than just a big castle and Mickey Mouse, did you know that Walt Disney World is actually made up of four unique theme parks, two water parks, a shopping district, sports complex, golf courses AND over 25 different resorts? If not, this episode is for you. Even if you did know, you should listen too, you might catch something new! In this episode, we talk about the different pieces that make up the WDW Resort and do an overview of the Magic Kingdom park and all the magic within. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cast Members, Fast Passes, Magic Band, My Disney Experience, oh my! Not sure what these mean? This is the episode for you! In this episode, we discuss the little pieces of Pixie Dust that help make up the magic in a WDW vacation, and discuss how Disney does things "just a little differently." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie, along with friend and Erika Murphy - Magic Expeditions, have created a brand new podcast all about Disney World. Have you ever been curious why everyone loves Walt Disney World so much? Or why the standards at the world-famous park are so high compared to other theme parks? Erika and Annie will answer all of those questions and give you tips and tricks on how you can do your first trip! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.