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For most of us, our love of Disney didn't start in the parks but started on the BIG and small screens of our theaters and homes. Join our episode this week as we discuss the Disney movies that inspired US and our love for what we find connected to them in the Disney Parks! We look at the movie and TV inspirations that are found all over Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom Ready to plan your magical Disney vacation with a podcast team member? Fill out⁠ our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1-minute form here⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and we'll be in touch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the podcast with Patreon and we will thank you with more resources and access to the podcast hosts! Your support keeps us going and producing this great content! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast Amazon⁠ Hosts: Aly Thomas, Becki Smedley, Stacy Walker Editing: Stacy Walker Ads from the show: ⁠BabyQuip⁠ - Pack Light. Travel Happy. Use code SMPOD to get $30 off order of $150 or more! ⁠BabyQuip on Facebook⁠ ⁠BabyQuip on Instagram Friend Like Me Segment⁠

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Welcome back to the studio.  This is My Day of Play, where you're taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up.  This is how it really went.  We begin things with music historian Simon Hilton talking about his journey with John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Then we're talking about how high Disney once got off the success of its teen super stars.  Author Ashley Spencer The Woodland massacre is still a much talked about moment in Hollywood history.  Michael Connelly was there as a journalist and sharing the story by way of a documentary is Alison Ellwood. Well wrap things up with a true artist on the dance floor as well as in storybook form.  The incredible Lucy Ashe This is My Day of Play.  Completely unedited in the way of meeting the wizard behind the curtain.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Starting off Season 2 with one of my greatest joys: Disney!! Nerding out with Disney Expert Andrea McLeod, who goes to Florida x3 per year to get her Disney fix!Dive into this pocket of joy as we discuss tips and tricks to get the most from your Disneyland holiday, the magic and music of the movies, our favourite characters, Pixar, Loungefly collectables, home decor, Disney weddings and more!!Share this episode with the Disney lovers in your life! Are you a Disney Adult like us? Ever tried Disneybounding? Hopefully this will inspire you to get creative with your OOTDs!Please rate this podcast and thanks for tuning in!Andrea's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andiemichellek?igsh=MWNhcHdkOGlxdXVodg==Niamh's Linktree: https://www.instagram.com/andiemichellek?igsh=MWNhcHdkOGlxdXVodg==Songs mentioned:Happily Ever Afterhttps://youtu.be/24IyGNpIhys?si=ClKV3AzR34VTrWS5This one is the Disneyland Paris parade song for the 30th anniversary: https://youtu.be/kdJmnolEVzk?si=juAOfJqCyIeinFkgTimestamps:00:00 Intro01:28 What Disney means to us02:55 Niamh's collection and wedding inspo03:55 Disneyland Paris05:00 Walt Disney World Florida06:00 Rides: Lightning Lanes / Fast Pass09:30 Scheduling your day in the park11:10 Eating in the parks12:45 Accommodation14:25 Character breakfast15:30 Andrea's favourite Disney parks moments15:55 Happily Ever After song16:30 Disney music17:30 Disney wedding18:30 Disney Adults19:00 (Loungefly collection)21:10 Disney Adults23:03 Disneybounding28:38 Favourite characters31:00 Meeting characters35:00 The magic of Disney is worth the money to us!36:20 Favourite movies37:50 Enchanted38:34 Visiting the set of Disenchanted40:15 Modern day classics40:48 Pixar42:12 Quoting from the movies42:42 Home decor43:50 Souvenirs: Ears, Christmas decorations, Mugs44:40 Best time of year to visit the parks46:18 Behind the curtain47:30 Keys to the Kingdom tour in Florida49:10 Security in the parks51:10 Book/Movie that made a big impression51:35 Favourite meal52:00 Motto for life52:50 Andrea's idea of perfect happiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you wanted to merge your passions with your career but aren't sure how to make the leap? This episode covers how Leslie leaped from her comfortable full-time job as a nurse into the business of Disney! This week on Embrace the Squiggle Colleen and Kristine, speak with Leslie Lowry who you may know from her business and podcast, Addicted to the Mouse. She started her career as a pediatric nurse and got her masters and became a nursing instructor. It was during this time that Leslie took her family to Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL for the first time. Seeing her two small sons' faces light up during that week, Leslie knew her true calling was to help as many families as she could make those same magical memories.Leslie became a part-time Travel Agent Specializing in Disney Destinations in 2015 and hasn't looked back. In 2020, after the world began reopening from the pandemic, Leslie and her husband Dan decided to open their own Travel Agency and share their passion for planning memorable vacations with as many families as possible. They have a team of professional travel advisors that all contribute to a wonderful supportive culture, where they collaborate on new ways to "make magic." They co-own Fantastical Vacations, a concierge travel agency, specializing in Disney Destinations Her podcast, Addicted to the Mouse, which she and her husband Dan began in 2017. And you can watch their adventures on their YouTube channel of the same name. They publish two podcasts and two videos per week and love every minute of it.Links: You can find Leslie's Disney resources at https://addictedtothemouse.com/ https://www.instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/https://www.instagram.com/fantasticalvacations/Fantastical Vacations - Disney, Universal, Cruise LinesYou can connect with Colleen at https://www.maxady.com/  and on Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/comara/ You can connect with Krsitine at https://www.kristinethody.com/ and on Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinethody/ Subscribe to the podcast Embrace the Squiggle and listen every week for a new career adventure!

Ever wondered what it takes to navigate the intense journey of running a successful online community for over two decades? Welcome to the new episode of the Make Your Mark Podcast! In this episode, Kay is joined by the incredible Paul Gowder, founder of PowWows.com, a digital trailblazer shaping online communities for the past 25 year. Paul Gowda shares his invaluable insights, experiences, and strategies, providing a roadmap for entrepreneurs looking to conquer the challenges of building and sustaining online businesses. Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode:An Accidental Entrepreneur and Community BuilderEmail Marketing as the CornerstoneEngaging Communities StrategicallyOvercoming Copywriting ChallengesBuilding a Strong FoundationAnd so much more!About Paul Gowder:Paul Gowder is a dynamic professional excelling in diverse roles as a Social Media Marketing Coach, Project Manager, Webmaster, Online Marketer, Photographer, and Disney Expert. As the CEO of PowWows.com, a leading platform for Native American information, he has steered the site's success for over 25 years. Paul's photography has garnered acclaim in notable publications like USAToday, Smithsonian, Indian Country Today, and the Disney World Unofficial Guide. Impressively, he manages a robust social media following of over 900,000, extending his influence to over 10 million people. Beyond his operational roles, Paul is a sought-after Speaker, Coach, Consultant, and Entrepreneur, showcasing his commitment to sharing expertise and guiding others in various professional endeavors.Check Paul Gowder on…Website: https://www.powwows.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-gowder-5a67473b/Connect with Kay Suthar!Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/Go ahead and check out my podcast agency: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/For more info, please feel free to email me at kay@makeyourmarkagency.com

Welcome to Humans in the Hot Seat, a spinoff series of Humans of Travel. Today's episode features Beci Mahnken, owner of Mouse Fan Travel, an affiliate of MEI-Travel. Mahnken is well-known throughout the travel industry for her deep and expansive knowledge of Disney. She's a Travel + Leisure A-List Agent for Disney Destinations, and she leads a team of more than 80 vacation planners at Mouse Fan Travel. Here, you'll hear Mahnken talk about how her partnerships with WDW Radio and RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com have helped her brand herself as an expert, while still remaining nimble enough to explore other niches. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Mahnken on social media: @Becimahnken WDW Radio Mouse Fan Travel MEI-Travel.com Email Mahnken: beci@meitravel.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many families dream of their magical trip to Disney but have a hard time making that a reality because of the cost. My guest Candice Dorsey helps  families create a savings strategy for their magical trip to Disney.-----Follow me: instagram.com/stayathomemomyeahrightwww.facebook.com/stayathomemomyeahright

Super excited to be welcoming on a partner in crime. Another true Disney Expert. Join us in this episode as we introduce Rachelle Adams as my new co-host! We will also take some time to go over the details of the Jingle & Mingle coming this December!

Join Tacey and her special guest, Disney Expert, Author, Speaker, Podcaster & Host of WDWRadio, Lou Mongello. Today's topic is: "Disney Magic Can Live In Your Business Too." I could not think of another guest I wanted to celebrate our 100th episode more than Lou Mongello. Lou has tried for years to get me into podcasting, and finally, in 2021, I took the leap and haven't looked back. He has been a business mentor and close friend for nearly two decades. He speaks worldwide about the Disney experience, and today's show is a dive into what makes them the best. Lou shares why he believes Disney's attention to detail, casting, and consistency across the brand lead to a customer experience that is the gold standard in the marketplace. We discuss things from design choices to hitting all of our senses at once and the bookends of wow that start and end a transaction with and how we can all practice that in our businesses. Lou has experienced Disney on multiple continents through many categories of experiences, and he knows each time what to expect because they deliver excellence across the brand. Lou has built a reputation for being the go-to expert on all things Disney and is sought out for appearances as a guest on multiple types of media and keynote speaker around the globe. He hosts and produces his show, WDWRadio, which ranked in the top 1% of podcasts worldwide. He is also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which sends children with life-threatening illnesses to Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. Thanks to the incredible efforts and generosity of others, they have raised more than $550,000.00 to date. Lou's Business Website: https://www.loumongello.com/ Lou's Disney Website: https://www.wdwradio.com/ Tacey's Contact Information, Website and Social Media Links are all on her LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/taceyatkinson Thank you for tuning in, and I look forward to having more valuable conversations together in the future. Remember: Customer Centric Cultures Create Magical Customer Experiences. Now Go Spread the Magic!

We had so much fun reminiscing about our own family's memories and experiences at Disney with our friend, Kristin Smith, who works for Moments of Magic travel agency specializing in Disney vacations.     Kristin and her husband were both huge Disney fans prior to having children. Disney is also the home of their wedding proposal so it holds a special place in their hearts.  With so much experience traveling as adults to Disney as well as a family, in addition to having helped many friends plan their trips, she decided to become a travel agent who specializes in Disney vacations.     Working with Kristin is completely FREE!  She works with the most incredible brands and the agents are taken care of by these brands.  She also works with beach properties, cruise lines, all inclusives, etc. Most feel like working with a travel agent would be an extra cost to the customer, but it is not…it's a huge benefit and not only a time saver but a penny saver too.    Kristin's knowledge and experience is such a great advantage to your planning but also her connections of knowing when the promos and deals drop will help with your overall budget. She is also on call for your entire trip when anything comes up while you are traveling.    Listen in to hear some tips on what time of year to go, how to plan a vacation on a strict budget, avoiding peak seasons, etc. And if you are interested in the Disney Wish 3 day cruise, ask Kristin, because she'll have been on that cruise 3 times by the end of this year and will have a great idea with all the ins and outs!    Happy Traveling!!    You can find Kristin here: @KristinMOMT ksmith@momentsofmagictravel.com Viator Travel    

Lyn shares all the details of her Thanksgiving 2022 trip to Disney World, including the latest on Genie+, how she scored popular dining reservations, her review of her Disney Vacation Club stay at Boardwalk and Beach Club and more!Download Lyn's FREE list of her favorite Disney restaurants below...FamiliesFlyFree.com/Disney-DiningRelated Episodes: Making Merry With Mickey: Disney at the Holidays with Doug of Rope Drop Radio 5 Fun Halloween Getaways for the Spookiest Season! The Numbers Work! 3 Calculations That Convinced Me to Join Disney Vacation Club Walt Disney World With Genie+: Thanksgiving 2021 Trip Report My Favorite Halloween Travel "Treat": Disneyland at Halloween The Scoop From Disneyland and the Grand Californian Summer 2021 Insider Hacks to Save at Disney World With Vacation Planner Kelley Barker Disney Top Tips and Hacks with Leah Althiser Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreGet on the Families Fly Free email list for more tips, advice and inspiration on flying -- and traveling -- for free.https://www.familiesflyfree.com/getemail

Join us as we bring on Disney Expert, Mindy Sheldon. Her and her husband Jim take us through all the magical moments and experiences of their most recent adventure.. along with their excitement for their upcoming adventure. Perfect opportunity to hear first hand everything that Adventures by Disney has to offer!

We phoned a friend this week!! Friend to the pod and Disney Expert, Mason, built us a Disney themed March Madness bracket. Join us as we pit some of the most magical movies of all time against each other and then choose an ultimate winner.

Today is January 18th and we talk Disney with our special guest. We are joined by our TikTok Guru and Disney Expert, Shannon. She is a Disney influencer who talks trivia and the magical kingdom. Enjoy the episode and her view of Disney!  National Holidays:Printing Ink DayNational Winnie The Pooh DayNational Peking Duck DayNational Thesaurus DayContact Shannon on TikTok: SloondberryPlease connect with us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/midlifemumbojumbo/Twitter: @midlifemumboju1Email us your comments at:midlifemumbojumbo@gmail.comReddit: midlifemumbojumboNational Holidays:Printing Ink DayNational Winnie The Pooh DayNational Peking Duck DayNational Thesaurus Day

WE'RE BACK! Joining us for this episode is comedian and Disney expert Danny Hawawini! We take a walk down memory lane with one of David and Danny's most horrifying, but effective comedy show flyers ever, Danny regales us with tales of breaking his poor Mom on the Matterhorn, offers a manifesto for the ages as he takes down Elsa from Frozen and we do a strong Disney parks history segment in advance of our upcoming trivia live stream on Thursday, July 22nd at 7pm! Plus! Jake's sad attempt to visit Avenger's campus, Mando's tough-as-nails Grandpa is back, James attempts to come up with an original name-pun for Hawawini and David shows his farmer's tan. Subscribe on Youtube, Apple Podcasts or wherever you podcast! Want to watch the episode? Click here: https://youtu.be/SML8_rpB-eQ To learn more about our show and subscribe to our email list, please visit: https://www.disneytonightshow.com Connect with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/disneytonightshow/

To become a Families Fly Free member and get access to our videos on how to fly free to and stay free at Disney, join below:FamiliesFlyFree.com/join Download our FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks Lyn uses to fly her family free:https://familiesflyfree.com/7hacksHere's where to find Leah Althiser: The Budget Mouse site The Budget Mouse podcast The Frugal South site Pinterest Facebook Instagram YouTube

Listen to my conversation with Disney Expert & Pin TraderJoseph Arnaez. We talk about the evolution of Disney, pin trading & other current events happening right now in Orlando.

On this episode Kurt and I discuss Walt Disney World reopening. We talk about all of the new procedures in place, and chat about whether or not these new rules actually make the parks a safe place to visit.After this episode I will be scaling back the podcast temporarily. I will post new episodes approximately every other week for the time being.This episode was made possible by sponsorship from Siera Duiser with Destinations in Florida Travel. She is the only travel agent I work with for my Disney World Vacations. Get your FREE no obligation Disney World vacation quote today!ResourcesLeave me a voicemail to be a guest on the show. Leave me a message here.What is open at Disney World? (A constantly updated list)Disney's statement on CoronavirusDisney Resorts during CoronavirusDisney Parks during CoronavirusDisney Restaurants during CoronavirusChanges and Cancellations during CoronavirusA full list of articles for traveling to Disney during COVID-19Never miss an episodeSubscribe on iTunesJoin Julie's newsletterHelp the show. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings & reviews help, and I read each one because I love your input!Subscribe on iTunesWhat's Julie up to?Follow on InstagramFollow on YouTubeLike on FacebookLet's connectDo you have tips you want to share with other listeners?Do you want to be a guest and share your Disney expertise?Do you want to be a guest and share your trip report?Contact me! I’d love to hear from you.Plan Your Best Disney World Trip EverGet Julie's Top-Rated Planning WorkbookGet Julie's FREE Email Course

On a special edition of No Dunks, Trey talks to Disney expert Carlye Wisel about life at Walt Disney World resorts, which of the three NBA hotels is the best, whether there will be fan encounters, and why Robin Lopez so desperately wants to stay at the Yacht Club.

Ray Keating has the good fortune to interview Chris Lucas, and they talk about several interesting topics, including the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on The Walt Disney Company, including Chris’s outlook on the theme parks, movies, Disney+, ESPN and more. Chris offers a reasoned, well-informed assessment of how Disney is handling matters and is likely to do so in coming months. Chris also discusses his one-man Walt Disney show, and his book Top Disney: 100 Top Ten Lists of the Best of Disney, From the Man to the Mouse and Beyond. In addition, Chris talks about the story of his father, Ed Lucas, a blind Emmy-winning baseball broadcaster, and that Hall-of-Famer Phil Rizzuto became Ed’s mentor, and how Ed and Chris worked with Derek Jeter and his publishing company.Get Top Disney: 100 Top Ten Lists of the Best of Disney, from the Man to the Mouse and BeyondSeeing Home: The Ed Lucas Story: A Blind Broadcaster's Story of Overcoming Life's Greatest Obstacles by Ed Lucas and Christopher LucasTop Disney is on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TopDisneyBook/, and visit the website.Paperback or Kindle edition of Ray Keating’s The Traitor: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel, or purchase signed books.Ray Keating’s other stuff.. Order Ray Keating’s new book Behind Enemy Lines: Conservative Communiques from Left-Wing New York – signed books or at Amazon.Read Keating’s latest columns on a wide range of issues at www.KeatingFiles.com. And one of Keating’s newest books is FREE TRADE ROCKS! 10 POINTS ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW, which is available at Amazon in paperback or for the Kindle edition, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. Sign up for Ray Keating’s email list at www.raykeatingonline.com/contact.Please take a look at Keating’s Pastor Stephen Grant novels, which are available in paperback and for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. The newest book is THE TRAITOR. Check out www.DisneyBizJournal.com.

We like to think we know everything about all things Disney around here.  Okay, so we know we don't- but we definitely love the little details and typically overlooked elements that make the Disney Parks special.  Come nerd out with us as we discuss a few Disney Imagineering very cool things you may not know about the Disney Parks.  All-Ears article we referenced And we'll post some of the photos that go along with this episode in the Facebook group- so come join us! Find the No-Guilt Disney Podcast Team *transcripts to each episode will be posted within a few days on noguiltdisney.com  by email at noguiltdisneypod@gmail.com Patty noguiltdisney.com noguiltfangirl.com The No-Guilt Fangirls Podcast Now Streaming Disney Plus Podcast @noguiltlife on all socials Theresa insightfulllife.com @gertiethedino on Twitter @in.sight.full.life on Instagram Jane @realmousewifewdw on Instagram @realmousewifeFL on Twitter Music from https://filmmusic.io "Vivacity" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)   

Today I’m joined by Missy Khamvongsa, the co-founder of the Facebook group, Disney Planning for Disney Friends (almost 50k members!) She joined me in episode 5 and shared ALL the details of bringing a one-year-old to WDW and Universal Orlando. This episode highlight the Universal Studios portion of their vacation. Here are just a few items we discuss: Hard Rock Hotel Express Pass  Diagon Alley interactive wand  The Cowfish  CityWalk Annual Passes  Despicable Me character breakfast  Three Broomsticks  Hot Butterbeer  Toothsome Chocolate Emporium Favorite Vacation memories “There were a few times where Emma’s reactions were just amazing. The first time that she saw the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration. It was just Me and her, everyone else was on either Star Tours or Rock’n’Roller coaster and so I took her to see the Frozen Sing-Along for the first time. We sat in the second row and the curtain comes up and she recognizes the music and then Anna comes on stage and she just starts yelling, ‘Anna’ and reaching out for her. And it was just, it was incredible. I was worried that maybe she would get antsy because it's a 30 minute show. She was mesmerized the whole time. It was a great experience. And then her reaction to Vampirina that we talked about earlier when we did the Hollywood & Vine breakfast was amazing. Oh, and at Royal Sommerhus at Epcot for her to meet Anna and Elsa. We were the first in our group to go into the room. And so there was one family meeting with Elsa and Anna was waiting on the other side and Emma saw that they were in the room and her eyes got wide and she's just yelling, ‘Anna, Elsa’ and Anna was waving at her and she was waving back. We learned we could just put her down next to the character and they would sit on the floor and the interaction that she would have with just her and them was just incredible. And just watching that, I started crying. My sister made fun of me because I just had tears streaming down my face because it was so lovely to see.” Learn more about Missy: Episode 5: Vacation like a Disney Expert www.magicofmainstreet.com Disney Planning for Disney Friends Missy's Facebook page Follow Missy on Instagram Follow Report the Magic on Instagram

The three best attractions in each Walt Disney World Park and #1 dining pick for each park too. Show notes here: Disney Expert picks each park's top attractions & dining We talk about the four parks and which attractions are the most worthwhile or that you just can't miss. We also talk about a lot of dining options, including picking our #1 restaurant for sit-down dining in each park. Hint: we couldn't pick just one in Disney's Animal Kingdom.

You’ll love this episode with my best friend Ryan Wimer, Creator of Volimedia, Wedding videographer, website designer, and overall incredible person. We dive into his incredible ability to be thorough, how he is the same person and doesn’t have to chameleon or people please, and enjoy the sometimes difficult process of creating and editing in this digital age. You can find him at “A Couple of a things Podcast,” where him and his fiancé discuss their Disney tips from their experience as vip Disneyland hosts and enthusiasts, and their experience as a couple that has lead to a healthy communicable relationship. Instagram @acoupleofthingspodcast @justaguyindisneyland @ryanwimer or at acoupleofthingspodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Who loves Disney? It's one of the ultimate family holidays, especially with kids of a certain age - but if you've never been, it can also seem pricy and tricky to organise. So in this episode, the Kidventures family travel podcast hosts are joined by Disney obsessive Emma Conway, aka blogger Brummy Mummy of 2, to share her tips.From advice on which park to visit first, how to get the most out of your visit for the least money, and what you might not expect from a Disney trip to Florida, Emma shares what she wishes she'd known before her first trip as well as the best age for a Disney trip with kids.Faced with Cathy, who's never been to a Disney park as an adult or a child, she also reveals one of her magic moments and explains why her family has a special Disney budget fund so they can keep visiting. And Ting, who visited as a child and would love to go back with her boys, discovers that maybe here youngest son isn't too young for some Disney magic after all...Find out more at https://www.kidventures.co.uk or on Emma's blog at https://www.brummymummyof2.co.uk/Check out the other podcast episodes or subscribe for more family travel inspiration, tips, destination advice and recommendations from some of the UK's top family travel experts, including hosts Cathy and Ting from family travel blogs MummyTravels.com and My-Travelmonkey.com.

Lou has been named one of the Top 50 Social Media Influencers and hosts the #2 ranked overall podcast on Apple Podcasts.

This week is very exciting! We speak with a Disney Expert and listener of the show, Jim (twitter.com/cravin4). He gives us some AMAZING tips about how to travel to Disney World the right way and get it done y’all. This is a must listen if you like to travel. You could even use these tips for other amusement parks as well. Follow the show at twitter.com/jkjandal for updates about the upcoming live tweet. Thanks!

On this episode, I talk with a travel agent and Disney Cruise expert about all things Disney Cruises, including how to add a cruise to your Disney World vacation. This episode was made possible by sponsorship from Siera Duiser with Destinations in Florida Travel. She is the only travel agent I work with for my Disney World Vacations. Get your FREE no obligation Disney World vacation quote today! You'll Learn What are your cruise options? Where to Disney Cruises sail? How do I get the best rates? What is included? How do I add a cruise to my Disney World vacation? How does transportation to/from the airports and parks work? Resources Looking for a cruise or Disney World quote? Get your free quote from Siera here Never miss an episode Subscribe on iTunes Join Julie's newsletter Help the show. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings & reviews help, and I read each one because I love your input! Subscribe on iTunes What's Julie up to? Follow on Instagram Follow on YouTube Like on Facebook Let's connect Do you have tips you want to share with other listeners? Do you want to be a guest and share your Disney expertise? Do you want to be a guest and share your trip report? Contact me! I’d love to hear from you. Plan Your Best Disney World Trip Ever Get Julie's Top-Rated Planning Workbook Get Julie's FREE Email Course

Episode 9 - Do We Know How Many Miles an Award Ticket is Going to Cost? "It's exciting times in the world of miles and points...but I'm not terribly excited...more so nervous as a cat in a room of rocking chairs..."In this world of made up currencies where the points don't matter, there have typically been published award charts, especially for airlines. This meant that there'd be standard rates for how many miles it would cost to go from A to B. Planning a trip, you'd have (in theory) a specific goal for how many miles and points it would take to fly in the cabin of your choice. Now? That's not so much the case. Following Delta's lead, United has announced this fall they will switch to "dynamic" award pricing. Other airlines have begun to either do so as well or are rumored to be getting ready to announce similar news. So, the question is now: "Do we know how many miles an award ticket is going to cost?" Tune in this week to get some great insight from points and miles expert Ed Pizzarello and find out how to best plan your next trip even if it seems like programs keep on moving the finish line.Today's Episode Timestamps4:48 - The shift to "variable redemption values"8:55 - The next airline rumored to drop their award chart14:30 - Why 2x miles on one card and 1x miles isn't a clear comparison21:40 - Why Richard is using a cash back card right now & how he's earning 3.75% back28:20 - Why Ed says not to burn off your balance right awayToday's GuestEd PizzaEd Pizza's father made sure that he and the family were on airplanes starting at a fairly young age. Ever since then Ed hasn't lost the travel bug. Discovering online travel communities early on as a road warrior, he mastered earning points and miles so as to enjoy traveling anywhere in the world (always in a comfortable seat and a nice hotel room.)Now, a husband and father of two, his goal is to share the world with his family (while still enjoying comfy seats and nice hotels). A believer in "paying it forward", he started Pizza in Motion a decade ago to share his expertise, answer questions and just geek out on overall aviation and travel stuff. He's also the resident "Disney Expert" over on The Points Guy...ResourcesEd's podcast Miles to GoEd's blog Pizza in MotionThanks to Our SponsorStop paying too much for flights! Thrifty Traveler Premium finds cheap international flight deals and immediately sends them straight to your inbox. Save up to 50-70% off your next flight!

Disneyland & Disney World are the most visited parks in the world. With all the options and attractions within Disney where do you go first? What can’t you miss? We are joined by Phil Gramlich, host of the popular podcast “From Ear to There”. Phil is a Disney expert and lifelong Disney aficionado. Hear his Disney stories, tips, tricks and Disney hacks See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get ready to be inspired in terms of your career and writing with Lou Mongello. Lou is an author, podcaster and social media expert; a leading authority on Disney; and a model of the author as entrepreneur. I had a great time interviewing Lou!

I've known Lou Mongello for quite a while now. A couple of years, really. But I wanted to hold off on asking your favorite Disney Expert for an interview until I knew that I could ask him all of the most hard-hitting questions he'd ever get in a podcast interview. Actually, that's not completely true. I just wanted to make sure I wouldn't be in over my head on this week's show, Episode 50: A Conversation With Lou Mongello. Lou Mongello is a Disney Expert, a public speaker, a podcaster, and one of the most well-known Disney celebrities around today (even though he's never worked for the Disney Company.) He is a Disney fan first which makes him the real deal when it comes to talking all things Disney. This week I was so excited to get to talk a little bit of WDW with my friend and mentor, Lou Mongello. You can find Lou and pretty much everything he does over at loumongello.com and wdwradio.com To donate to Lou's Dream Team Project that benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation, click HERE.

Lou Mongello was among the first to experience Walt Disney World in November, 1971. Today, he makes a career as a Disney author, host, publisher, historian, speaker and trusted Disney expert and creates unique content via a variety of multimedia outlets.  A former attorney and owner of an IT consulting firm in New Jersey, Lou left the practice of law to move with his family to Florida, pursue his passion, and follow a dream of sharing his love for Disney with others. Beginning in 2003, Lou launched his first Disney web site, and had his first two Walt Disney World Trivia Books published. Lou started podcasting in early 2005 and has been awarded Best Travel Podcast for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. In 2015, Lou's WDW Radio show was ranked the #2 overall podcast in iTunes! Lou has expanded his offerings to include a continuing series of Audio Guides to Walt Disney World, as well as videos, events, and live broadcasts for WDWRadio.com. In 2014, he wrote and published his “102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World” book in print and digital formats. He founded the Dream Team Project to help grant the wishes of children with serious illnesses to visit Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, and has raised more than $250,000.00 to date. A social media pioneer and influencer, Lou connects with his loyal audiences (he prefers “friends”) via a variety of online social networks, and also hosts monthly meet-ups in Walt Disney World and around the country. As one of the leading authorities on Disney, podcasting and new media, Lou is frequently interviewed by the media for expert perspective and analysis. He has been featured in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Boston.com, VentureBeat, Bloomberg Business, WPIX 11 TV New York, CBS 46 News Atlanta, AOL.com, Parenting Magazine, Readers' Digest, Fodors, Robert Scoble and numerous others. Lou is one of the extraordinary guests featured on The One Way Ticket Show. In the podcast, Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket, no coming back!  Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Several of Steven's guests have included:  Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; CNN's Richard Quest & Bill Weir; Journalist-Humorist-Actor Mo Rocca (of CBS Sunday Morning & The Cooking Channel's "My Grandmother's Ravioli" fame); Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr.; as well as leading photographers, artists, writers and more.

We're REALLY excited about today's guest on episode 49! We had the pleasure of hearing him speak and hanging out together at Tropical Think Tank earlier this year. He left the practice of law, sold his house, and moved to Florida to pursue and share his passion for all things Disney. We know right... DISNEY! Clearly we were friends at first sight. We're SO excited to welcome the ever amazing Lou Mongello to #MerryBiz! Oh... and we SING in this episode :D Some questions we ask... When did your Disney passion begin? Tell us the story...  What made you make the decision to drop everything and just do Disney full time? Was it scary? Who is your favorite Disney character? How have live events and taking your business offline helped you grow? What's something totally random that only you would know about Disney World?  What mindset lessons have you learnt throughout your entrepreneurial journey? What is the most amazing thing that's happened along your journey?  "We are living in an amazing time... where ANYTHING is possible." Some AHA!! Moments in this episode... How your 'what ifs?' can be your biggest motivator. Why creating a positive mindset is the best thing you can do as an entrepreneur. The importance of embracing the crazy entrepreneurial journey.  Why you should focus on the audience already there... rather than chasing numbers. Why NOW is the best time to be an entrepreneur.  "There's nothing that beats a handshake and a hug." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How does someone leave their job as a lawyer in New Jersey, sell their house, pack their bags, and move with his family all the way to Florida -to pursue a career rooted in their passion for all things Walt Disney? Well Lou Mongello did it, and he is CRUSHING it as an entrepreneur. And he is here on Gen X Amplified to talk all about his love and career as a Disney expert.   Lou Mongello is an author, historian, speaker, podcaster, and Disney Expert. For many years he was actually an attorney living in New Jersey - but he left practicing law to follow his dream of sharing his love for Walt Disney World. He is now the host of the top-ranked podcast WDW Radio, which is dedicated to enhance the appreciation for the Walt Disney World parks - so visitors can be better prepared have an outstanding experience.  WDW Radio has also been awarded the “Best Travel” podcast for 9 years straight since 2006. Lou is also the author of the book, 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World, which is both in print and digital formats. In addition to his business activities, Lou founded the Dream Team Project to help grant the wishes children with serious illnesses to visit Walt Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, and has raised more than $250,000 to date. A social media pioneer and influencer, Lou connects with his loyal audiences (he prefers  to say “friends”) via a variety of online social networks, and also hosts monthly meet-ups in Walt Disney World and around the country. As one of the leading authorities on Disney, Lou is frequently interviewed for his expertise - on outlets such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg Business, Parenting Magazine, and others. We're so excited to chat with Lou as our featured guest on this episode of Gen X Amplified. During our conversation, Lou talks about his journey from being a lawyer, to trusting his instincts and embracing his knowledge and love for Disney - and then turning that into a lucrative career. Key Takeaways From This Episode: How Lou first became fascinated with the wonders and magic of Walt Disney World. What was the original name of Lou's Disney-related podcast? How you can stand out in a competitive market because of your unique personal brand and story. The reason why Lou puts more priority on the quality on content he produces and providing value, and does not focus on subscriber and download numbers. Why having the support of your family can be the best fuel as an entrepreneur. Why you should treat your audience and customers as true "friends". How everyone now has the tools to translate their passion, experience, and expertise into a business in this new media economy. And so much more! Awesome Resources from this Episode: WDW Radio Lou Mongello's personal website 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World by Lou Mongello Lou Mongello on Twitter Lou Mongello on Facebook "The Best Time of Your Life (Now is the Time)" by Richard and Robert Sherman Evernote FREE Download - "10 Tools Every Entrepreneur Needs in this New Media Marketplace." Thank you for listening!  

Have you ever wondered if that passion of yours might just be a viable business? Or maybe you’re planning a trip to Disney World in the near future? If so,… read more →

I'm a big fan of http://www.loumongello.com/ (Lou Mongello) and the work he does at from WDW Radio - http://www.wdwradio.com/ (wdwradio.com). Lou stops by the 90 Days to Abundance Studios and we chat about his new book 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World. I review the book and we chat money saving strategies. We answer questions like: How do I save money at Walt Disney World? How do I save for a walt disney vacation? How can I save money on Disney hotels? How can I get Disney tickets cheap? What are some deals I can get at Walt Disney World? What are some free things I can do at Disney World? How much does it cost to go to Walt Disney World? What's it like to be a Disney Expert? What does Lou Mongello do for a living?   For a better listening experience, listen in:http://savingsangel.com/itunes (iTunes)http://savingsangel.com/itunes http://savingsangel.com/stitcher (Stitcher) http://savingsangel.com/stitcher