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Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast discusses topics from vacation trip planning to trip reporting on vacations at theme parks, beaches, cruises, international travel & anywhere else a vacation may take you. We may sprinkle in a little theme park news or a game just for fun.

Vacationeers Theme Parks & More


    • Jun 1, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Vacationeers Theme Parks & More

    VTPM230: Orlando News, Coaster Showdowns, and Tom Stories & Travel Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 68:55


    In Episode 230 of the Vacationeers Theme Parks & More Podcast, Tom is joined once again by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to cover all the latest happenings from the theme park world and beyond.Here's what we're talking about this week:

    VTPM229: Universal CityWalk Mario & Butterbeer, Disney Springs Mother's Day Visit, Expedition Odyssey Thoughts & Theme Park News!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 66:44


    In this episode, Tom is joined once again by Jon Self (@pastorJonSelf) to talk theme parks, epic updates, and all the latest happenings from Universal Orlando, Disney Springs, and beyond.They cover recent visits to Universal (Butterbeer at CityWalk, VelociCoaster first-timers, and soggy Skull Island), Mother's Day eats at Disney Springs (including Elena's triple Earl of Sandwich run), and huge theme park news—like Busch Gardens Williamsburg's 50th anniversary, a new EPCOT lounge, and Disney's expansion to Abu Dhabi!Theme Park News Highlights:

    VTPM228: Tom's First Visit to Universal's Epic Universe and Jon's Second Visit!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 120:02


    In this episode, Tom and Jon both talk about visiting Universal's Epic Universe. Tom also discusses staying at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort to get early entry. Rip Ride Rockit Tee Link: https://tinyurl.com/RIPRideMerchFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

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    VTPM227: Jon's First Take after visiting Universal's Epic Universe and an Unplanned Epic Announcement from Tom!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 67:27


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about Jon's first visit to Universal's Epic Universe. They start out by chatting about a big announcement from Tom and then his recent visit to Disney Springs. Rip Ride Rockit Tee Link: https://tinyurl.com/RIPRideMerchFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM226: Disney World & Universal Orlando Resort News Plus Dave From Adventures by D Teases Their Upcoming California Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 45:48


    In this episode, Tom and Dave from Adventures by D talk about Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort news. Then Dave outlines some of his Memorial Day week's California vacation. Rip Ride Rockit Tee Link: https://tinyurl.com/RIPRideMerchFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM225: Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival, Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival with Disney & Universal News

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 52:42


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about experiencing Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Food & Wine Festival and news from Disney and Universal. Rip Ride Rockit Tee Link: https://tinyurl.com/RIPRideMerchFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM224: Disney Springs Happy Hour Crawl 2025, the Good, the Bad & the Tasty with Jon Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 61:50


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about their 2025 happy hour crawl at Disney Springs, providing their thoughts and experiences at all of the Disney Springs happy hours. Rip Ride Rockit Tee Link: https://tinyurl.com/RIPRideMerchFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM223: Florida State Fair, Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Food Announcement and More Universal Mardi Gras

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 62:36


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival Food announcement. Tom also discusses visiting Universal Orlando Resort's Mardi Gras event again where he ate, drank and threw beads from a parade float. Then Tom finishes with his first Florida State Fair visit at the Tampa fairgrounds, as well as his thoughts of staying at the Hilton Inn by Hilton Tampa Fairgrounds and Casino. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM222: Universal Stella Nova Resort Stay, Universal Mardi Gras & Epic Universe Food Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 70:45


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about attending Universal Orlando Resort's Mardi Gras, new Epic Universe food options and Tom's stay at the new Universal Stella Nova Resort. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM221: Busch Gardens Tampa Wild Oasis & Mardi Gras, SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Festival & Universal's Mardi Gras Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 55:58


    In this episode, Tom and Jon talk about Jon's hard hat tour of Wild Oasis at Busch Gardens Tampa, Busch Gardens Tampa's Mardi Gras event, preview of SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Festival and Universal Orlando Resort's Mardi Gras. Then they end it with some news.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM220: 2024 Statistics with Jon Self and Adventures By D

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 101:06


    In this episode, Tom, Jon and Adventures By D Dave and Kris look back at everyone's 2024 statistics. From the podcast, to YouTube to park visits and attraction rides, we've got plenty of 2024 statistics to cover.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfAdventures By D YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresbyDAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 219: SeaWorld Christmas Celebration, Busch Gardens Tampa Christmas Town & More Festival of the Holidays Thoughts at Epcot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 55:47


    In this episode, Tom and Jon discuss Tom's experience at Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, Jon's experience at SeaWorld Christmas Celebration and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Christmastown, plus much more.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM218: Ian's Return to Discuss 2024 Closures and 2025 Openings

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 48:06


    In this episode, Tom and Ian discuss some of the 2024 roller coaster closings as well as some new attractions opening in 2025.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 217: Jollywood Nights & Now Snowing in Celebration

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 30:30


    In this episode, Tom goes solo and discusses the Now Snowing event in Celebration and Disney's Hollywood Studios Jollywood Nights event. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 216: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Ice! featuring Elf At Gaylord Palms & Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 71:02


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Jon's initial thoughts of Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays. Then Tom describes his stay at Gaylord Palms and his visit to Ice! Featuring Elf. Then Tom talks about attending this year's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom. They end the episode with some Disney news as well. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 215: Holidays at Universal Orlando, Stone Mountain, & Thanksgiving at Disney Springs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 63:31


    In this episode, Tom and Dave from Adventures by D discuss Tom's opening day experience at the Holidays at Universal Orlando, including attending the Grinch & Friends Breakfast, Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular, Holiday Tribute Store, and Universal's Holiday Parade. Dave then discusses visiting Stone Mountain for their holiday offerings and finally Tom talks about going to Disney Springs on Thanksgiving where he had Thanksgiving dinner at Paddlefish and cookies for dessert at Summer House on the Lake. Adventures By D YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresbyDAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM214: Universal Horror Unleashed Houses, Last Night of HHN & 3 trips to Richmond in 11 days

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 80:57


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss the four announced haunted houses at the Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas as well as Tom, Elena and Dave from Adventures by D's final HHN night experience. Then Tom details his 11 crazy days where he had 3 round trips to Richmond for a high school football game, work and the Steeler vs. Washington NFL game.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM213: New Disney Lightning Lane Premier Pass, My Epic Universe Tickets Purchase Rollercoaster Ride & Much More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 61:43


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Kings Dominion's new Intimidator 305 name announcement, Busch Gardens Williamsburg's new 2025 coaster name announcement, Disney's Cake Bake Shop finally opening, Disney's new Lightning Lane Premier Pass and finally Tom's experience purchasing his 1-day AP Universal Epic Universe ticket.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 212: Netherworld Haunted House And Six Flags Over Georgia Fright Fest & First Visit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 81:34


    In this bonus and final VacationScares episode of the season, Tom welcomes back Kris and Dave from the Adventures By D YouTube channel to discuss Tom's recent weekend trip to Atlanta to visit Netherworld Haunted House and Six Flags Over Georgia for the first time.Adventures By D YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresbyDAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 211: Breaking Disney News, SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint, and Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Williamsburg & SeaWorld Orlando

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 85:01


    In this VacationScares episode, Tom and Jon discuss breaking Disney news regarding upcoming closures, refurbs & more. Then Tom chats about participating in SeaWorld Orlando's Howl-O-Sprint 5K on September 13, 2024. Jon and Tom then talk about visiting SeaWorld Orlando's Howl-O-Scream on Jon's birthday and finally Tom discusses attending Busch Gardens Williamsburg Howl-O-Scream and his experience with their all-day dining.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 210: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Fort Wilderness Camping, Hoop Dee Doo Revue & Horse Carriage Ride

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 80:05


    In this VacationScares episode, Tom and Jon discuss Tom's recent weekend getaway where he camped at Disney's Fort Wilderness for two days and attended Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Hoop Dee Doo Revue and a horse carriage ride.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 209: Howl-O-Screams at SeaWorld Orlando & Busch Gardens Tampa

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 74:44


    In this VacationScares episode, Tom and Jon discuss their recent visits to both Florida United Parks Howl-O-Scream 2024 events at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 208: Halloween Horror Nights Premium Scream Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 92:38


    In the inaugural VacationScares episode of 2024, Tom, Jon and Kris & Dave from Adventures by D discuss Tom attending the inaugural Halloween Horror Nights Premium Scream Night event.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM207: Disney D23 Announcements, HHN Updates & Follow-up to Kevin's Listener Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 73:24


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort's latest Halloween Horror Nights 2024 announcements, including three scare zones, Duality of Fear, Demon Queens and Enter the Blumhouse plus the last haunted house, Universal Monsters Eternal Bloodlines. They also follow-up on Kevin's email regarding his upcoming November trip. Then finally the go over all of the Disney World announcements made at Disney's D23 event.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM206: HHN Announcements, Busch Gardens Tampa's Free Shuttle From Orlando, Bourbon & BBQ, & Phoenix Rising Plus Kevin's Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 71:10


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort's latest Halloween Horror Nights 2024 announcements, including the show named Nightmare Fuel - Nocturnal Circus and two scare zones, Swamp of the Undead and Torture Faire. They also discuss Tom's recent trip to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on the free shuttle from Orlando where Tom enjoyed the new Bourbon & BBQ event and got to ride the new 2024 roller coaster, Phoenix Rising. But before they get into all of that, they answer a friend of the show, Kevin's email regarding coming down for an Informer Meetup at Universal Orlando Resort.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM205: HHN Insidious Announcement, Epic Universe & HHN Multi Day Tickets, Mega Movie Parade, Penguin Trek & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 63:53


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort's third intellectual property announcement, Insidious: The Further, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. They also discuss HHN multi day tickets becoming available, first news of Universal's Epic Universe tickets, Tom's opinion of Universal's newest parade, Mega Movie Parade, Blue Man Group returning to Orlando and finally Tom's and Jon's thoughts of SeaWorld Orlando's newest roller coaster, Penguin Trek. Of course, there's always more sprinkled in.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM204: HHN Ghostbusters Announcement, New Disney Lightning Lane Plus, SeaWorld Visit, Magic Kingdom to Ride Tianna & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 61:11


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort's second intellectual property announcement, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. They also discuss Disney's Rock ‘N Roller Coaster reopening, the newly announced Disney Lightning Lane Plus, waffle and hush puppy gate, Tom's visit to SeaWorld Orlando to use his monthly benefits before the end of the month and finally Tom's visit to the Magic Kingdom to ride the newly opened Tianna's Bayou Adventure.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM203: HHN First IP Announcement, Universal & Disney News Plus Answering a Listener Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 50:43


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort's first intellectual property announcement, A Quiet Place, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024, Busch Gardens Tampa Summer Nights media event, plus Universal Orlando and Disney World news. Tom starts answering a listener's question.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM202: HHN Original Houses, Loch Ness at BGW & Dollywood's Heartsong Hotel with AbD Kris

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 70:12


    In this episode, Tom and Kris from Adventures by D discuss Universal Orlando Resort's announcement of the six original houses for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. Tom also talks about his recent visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg to ride the new and improved Loch Ness Monster roller coaster and finally Kris talks about her experience staying at the new Heartsong Hotel at Dollywood along with the benefits of staying.Adventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM201: 5-Day Western Caribbean Carnival Valor Cruise & Inaugural SeaWorld Seven Seas 5K Run

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 59:37


    In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss Joanna's April 2024 5-day western Caribbean Carnival Valor cruise and then Tom talks about his experience participating at the Inaugural SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas 5K run.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM200: Universal Orlando Resort Summer Announcements, Wild Florida & Discovery Cove Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 59:37


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resorts press release about the coming Universal Mega Movie Parade, Hogwarts Always projection show, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular nighttime lagoon show, Dreamswork Land opening date and the Summer Tribute Store. Then Tom reviews his visits to Wild Florida and Discovery Cove.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM199: Magic Kingdom After Hours Party Review Plus Deluxe Resort Extended Evening Hours Review with AbD Dave and Much More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 63:33


    In this episode, Tom and Dave from Adventures by D discuss Tom's Magic Kingdom After Hours Party experience and Dave discusses his experience with Deluxe Resort Extended Evening Theme Park Hours, and much more.Adventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM198: Summer Disney World News and Tom's Trip to New York - Summit One Vanderbilt, Museum of Ice Cream, Statue of Liberty & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 63:56


    In this episode, Tom and Jon start off discussing Disney's announcement of four new offerings coming to Disney World this summer. Jon also talks about Universal's Epic Universe announcement. Then Tom discusses his October 2023 trip to New York including visiting the Statue of Liberty, the Museum of Ice Cream, Summit One Vanderbilt, Central Park, a Broadway Show, a concert at the Theater of MSG and much more.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM197: Adventures by D Returns to talk HHN Speculation Map, 2023 VTPM/VP Stats and Much More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 100:35


    In this episode, Tom welcomes back Kris and Dave from Adventures By D to talk about Six Flags Over Georgia, Wild Adventures, as well as thoughts of the first HHN speculation map.Then Tom finally reviews Vacationeers Podcast, Vacationeers Theme Parks & More podcast, and his park/attraction 2023 statistics.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/Adventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM196: SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Festival, Universal's Mel's Drive Inn Opening, Dreamworks Land update, Fast & Furious Rumor and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 75:39


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Festival, Mel's Drive Inn reopening at Universal Studios Florida, Fast and Furious closing rumor, Dreamworks Land update, Fatburger and gingerbread old fashioned at Sixty Vines.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM195: Mardi Gras at BGT & Universal, Sir Henry's Haunted Trail's Love's Revenge, and the NFL Pro Bowl with a Little Disney News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 54:04


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom going to the NFL Pro Bowl, Sir Henry's Haunted Trail - Love's Revenge, Busch Gardens Tampa & Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Events as well as Disney's opening season announcement of Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disney World.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM194: 4-Day Western Caribbean Carnival Valor Cruise & Joanna's 2-Day American Airlines Flight Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 59:23


    In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss their January 18 - January 22, 2024 4-day western Caribbean Carnival Valor cruise and Joanna's nightmare return flight home.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM193: Eet and Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs reviews, Disney Mini Golf & Epcot's Festival of the Arts Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 52:08


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom's St. Augustine trip around Christmas, Disney Springs Restaurant reviews for the newest two restaurants, Eet and Summer House on the Lake, Disney mini golf and a preview of Epcot's International Festival of the Arts.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 192: MVMCP, Christmas Events from Six Flags, Wild Adventures, Callaway Gardens, Busch Gardens, Gaylord Palms, Sir Henry's and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 102:52


    In this episode, Tom welcomes back Kris and Dave from the YouTube channel, Adventures by D and they talk about Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Wild Adventures Christmas, Six Flags Holiday in the Park, Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights, Busch Gardens Tamps Christmas Town, Ice! At Gaylord Palms, Sir Henry's Haunted Christmas, our monorail bar crawl and believe it or not, more…. Adventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 191: Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, Celebration Now Snowing & Old Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 54:39


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, Celebration Now Snowing and Old Town Kissimmee. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationCheers 190: Holidays Celebration at Universal Orlando & Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 61:30


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about attending Holidays celebration at Universal Orlando as well as the Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM189: Cedar Fair/Six Flags Merger, Flight 93 Memorial, Orlando Christmas Events and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 62:18


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about the Cedar Fair and Six Flags Merger along with Tom's recent weekend visit to western PA and visiting the Flight 93 Memorial. Lastly, they wrap up the podcast discussing some of the Orlando theme park Christmas events. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM188: Tom's San Antonio Weekend | Alamo, SeaWorld, Riverwalk, Timeshares & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 79:56


    In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk all about Tom's long weekend trip to San Antonio, Texas at the end of August. From Voodoo Donuts, breweries and the Riverwalk to the Alamo and SeaWorld San Antonio, Tom still finds time to do a timeshare presentation. Listen now to see if he invested into future vacations! Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 187: Knott's Scary Farm & HHN Hollywood with Adventures by D

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 107:57


    In the final VacationScares episode of the 2023 season, Tom welcomes Dave and Kris from Adventures By D to discuss Knotts Scary Farms and Universal Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights. Adventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 186: BGW & BGT Howl-O-Screams, KD Halloween Haunt, Sir Henry's Haunted Trail & Field of Screams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 76:02


    In this spooktacular VacationScares episode Tom and Ian discuss attending both Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Busch Gardens Tampa Howl-O-Screams, Kings Dominion's Halloween Haunt, Sir Henry's Haunted Trail in Plant City, Florida and Field of Screams in Mountville, PA.Tom and Ian also catch up on SeaWorld Entertainment 2024 coaster announcements and more. Sir Henry's Haunted Trail: https://www.sirhenryshauntedtrail.com/Field of Screams: https://fieldofscreams.com/Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 185: Tom's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Visit & D23 Announcement Thoughts with Jon Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 54:24


    In this frightening VacationScares episode Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom's recent visit to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World. Before that however, Tom and Jon discuss their thoughts on the D23 parks announcements.MNSSHP Vlog: https://youtu.be/-GYw-oo5PogBoo To You Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/w3e4aZxxLgY?feature=shareHocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular: https://youtu.be/ESwxejd8UXMFollow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfNew Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 184: Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights and SeaWorld Orlando Howl-O-Scream Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 68:20


    In this frightening VacationScares episode Tom and Jon Self discuss their recent visits to SeaWorld Orlando Howl-O-Scream and Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfNew Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM183: Joanna's 10 Night Eastern Caribbean: Carnival Journeys, Carnival Magic Cruise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 47:25


    In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss Joanna's 10 night eastern Caribbean: Carnival Journeys, Carnival Cruise.Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VTPM182: Epcot's Food & Wine Festival and SeaWorld's Craft Beer Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 68:25


    In this departure from VacationScares, Tom and Jon Self discuss Epcot's Food & Wine Festival as well as SeaWorld Orlando's Craft Beer Festival.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfNew Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 181: HHN Food, Howl-O-Screams (BGT/BGW/SWO), KD Halloween Haunt & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 71:00


    In this frightening VacationScares episode Tom and Jon Self discuss the upcoming Howl-O-Scream events at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Busch Gardens Tampa and SeaWorld Orlando. They also talk about the pass changes for Kings Dominion's Halloween Haunt. Then finally Jon talks about what is revealed so far for the food and drinks at  Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfNew Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

    VacationScares 180: HHN Overview, and Much More with Jon Self & Adventures by D

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 98:06


    In the first VacationScares episode of the 2023 season, Tom, Jon Self, and Dave & Kris from Adventures By D discuss everything you need to know about this year's Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights. They also talk about Dave and Kris's trip planning for their upcoming Halloween Horror Nights Universal Hollywood and Knotts Scary Farms visits and much more.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfAdventures by D website:https://adventuresbyd.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

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