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The landscape of Walt Disney World is shifting dramatically, with major transformations coming to every park. From Dinoland USA becoming a vibrant Central Americas-themed land featuring Encanto and Indiana Jones, to Tom Sawyer Island making way for a Cars attraction, these changes represent Disney's evolving approach to park experiences.We dive deep into what these transformations mean for the Disney experience, exploring the tension between nostalgic attractions and Disney's push toward more recognizable intellectual properties. The upcoming Villains Land behind Big Thunder Mountain promises thrilling new experiences without replacing existing attractions, while Hollywood Studios will soon feature a Monsters Inc land with an innovative suspended coaster based on the door conveyor system from the beloved film.These changes raise important questions: Is Disney losing some of its original magic by replacing unique Imagineering creations with movie tie-ins? Or is this evolution necessary to compete with Universal's Epic Universe and appeal to younger generations? We consider whether the Disney experience has improved or declined since 2019, discussing the loss of beloved perks like Magical Express and free FastPass while acknowledging the exciting new attractions on the horizon.We also share our upcoming plans to test the new Multi-Pass system during our next trip, estimating we'll spend around $500 extra for our family of four to access all premium ride options. Will the convenience justify the cost? Is the Free Dining package actually saving money when factoring in required add-ons like Park Hopper tickets? These practical considerations reflect the changing economics of a Disney vacation in today's landscape.Whether you're a Disney purist concerned about these changes or excited to experience the new attractions, this episode provides thoughtful perspective on what Walt Disney World's transformation means for different types of visitors. Connect with us on social media @CircleOfParks to share your thoughts on Disney's evolving future!Please Check Out Our Links Below:  Our Sponsor:www.travelplannererica.com Email Us:circleofparks@gmail.com Our Website:www.circleofparks.com Facebook:www.facebook.com/circleofparks Instagram:www.instagram.com/circleofparks X:www.x.com/circleofparks Ad Music:Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Send us a textSupport the show

Send us a textStep into the spooky side of Disney as we raise our Coney Negronis and dive deep into the most ghoulishly delightful events on both coasts. Having braved torrential Florida downpours at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and researched the increasingly popular Oogie Boogie Bash, we're sharing everything you need to know before booking your Halloween Disney adventure.Our Mickey's Not-So-Scary experience at Magic Kingdom was unforgettable—even with rain so heavy it created rivers on walkways! We discovered the perfect rainy-night hack: washcloths in shoes to absorb moisture, and the undeniable value of both ponchos AND umbrellas for those notorious sideways Florida storms. Disney made it right with a complimentary Park Hopper pass, proving that even at their spookiest, the parks still deliver on magic.Dressed as Mike and Sully from Monsters Inc., we experienced firsthand how costumes enhance the celebration. Cast members saluted us, the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor interactive show acknowledged our presence, and we collected enough candy to last months. The late-night advantage can't be overstated—when families with young children depart around 9pm (especially at Disneyland), you might find yourself enjoying multiple consecutive rides on Splash Mountain with no wait!The Oogie Boogie Bash at California Adventure sounds particularly compelling with its interactive treat trails featuring villains who engage directly with guests, the atmospheric Villain's Grove walkthrough, and the delightfully sinister Frightfully Fun Parade. While the food offerings at both events left something to be desired, the entertainment, character interactions, and dramatically reduced wait times make these events worth every penny of their $119-$199 price tags.With Oogie Boogie Bash tickets going on sale soon (31 dates starting August 17th this year!), now's the time to decide which coast will host your Disney Halloween adventure. Take our advice: if weather is a concern, California's your best bet—but wherever you celebrate, these parties deliver a frightfully fun experience that regular park days simply can't match. Ready to make your spooky Disney dreams come true? These events sell out fast, so start planning now!Here's who we are and what is in store for you

One Day in Disneyland Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe!  Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!  Episode Description Leslie recently took a one day trip to Disneyland with two teenagers. We break down her strategy for riding every Lightning Lane attraction while still stopping to smell the roses and even eating once or twice! Plus, we discuss the decision making process that goes into getting a park hopper if you have only one day, where to stay, and how to round out your Disneyland trip with non theme-park options. What would you do with one day in Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 4:53 - Basics of Leslie's Disneyland trip 6:03 - Deciding on Park Hopper, Lightning Lane, etc. 10:20 - Cost of a one day ticket 12:18 - Those long Disneyland hours 13:57 - Food options 15:54 - Picking attractions 20:24 - Lightning Lane strategy 24:31 - Handling ride closures 26:26 - Staying flexible 28:44 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.  

425 - Join Disney travel experts Rob and Kerri Stuart for episode #425 of the Disney Travel Secrets Show! This week, they challenge conventional wisdom with "Why You Don't Need a Park Hopper Ticket at Disney" - perfect for families with young children, first-time visitors, and budget-conscious travelers. In this value-packed episode: Discover when skipping the park hopper makes perfect sense (especially with toddlers!) Learn about both Disney water parks being open simultaneously for the first time since 2019 Get updates on Garden Rocks Concert Series at EPCOT's Flower & Garden Festival Hear important Real ID deadline information (May 7th is coming soon!) Find out about Disney World 2026 planning Learn about the "6 Park Challenge" and how to attempt it Exclusive Disney Wish cruise opportunity (Sept 22-26) with cabins still available Whether you're planning your first Disney World vacation or your twentieth, this episode offers practical advice to maximize your Disney experience while potentially saving money. Subscribe for weekly Disney travel tips, hacks, and insider secrets from experts who live next door to Walt Disney World! #DisneyWorld #DisneyTips #ParkHopper #DisneyVacation #DisneyWithKids #DisneyHacks #WDWTips #DisneyPlanning #FlowerAndGardenFestival #DisneyWish Join us for Halloween on the High Seas on Disney Wish, September 22 - 26,  2025.  REGISTER HERE Subscribe now and never miss an episode of Disney Travel Secrets – your ultimate guide to mastering Disney parks, cruises, and experiences! #DisneyTips #DisneyHacks #DisneyVacation #DisneyWorld #DisneyCruise #DisneyOnABudget #WDWTips #DisneyPlanning #DisneyTravel #MoneySavingTips _________________________ Let us help you plan your next Disney vacation. Our services are free and you get us and our insider tips customized to YOUR family to help you have the most magical vacation. CONNECT WITH US HERE Want to save on gas? Upside App Referral Code - XD3VD Make sure you are receiving our weekly email. Just go to DisneyTravelSecrets.com and complete the form.  Have a topic you would like covered on the show? Please reach out to us on social media and let us know. 

Today we are headed to Toronto, Canada to speak with Listener Cindy and her daughter Anna about their split-stay to both Disney's Art of Animation Resort in a Cars Family Suite (big upgrade here!) and Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge! We also hear about great meals at Crystal Palace, Hollywood & Vine, Sanaa, and more! Cindy tells us about her thoughts on the Disney Dining Plan, touring the parks with Lighting Lane and use of the Park Hopper too! We also hear about some very unexpected "pixie dust" that happened during this trip, and why this trip was so special for Cindy, as she was celebrating a major accomplishment in her life! We are so proud of her! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Today Mike & Pam are here to discuss Mike's experience at the 2025 runDisney Disneyland Half-Marathon Weekend! Mike talks about staying at the Howard-Johnson Hotel across the street from Disneyland, running the 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon races, eating many great meals and snacks, spending 5 days in the theme parks with Park Hopper and Lightning Lanes, and meeting amazing friends, both new and old! So many fun stories to share on today's show! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today's podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

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Disney's recent financial successes, driven by strategic decisions and successful film releases, are overshadowed by leadership challenges and concerns about the company's future direction under Bob Iger. 00:00 Disney's Q4 2024 earnings showed a 6% revenue increase to $22.6 billion, driven by successful film releases, despite skepticism over Bob Iger's comments on streaming. 02:23 Disney Parks hit record Q4 revenue, but rising prices and competition from Universal's Epic Universe could hurt attendance and vacation choices. 04:33 Bob Iger is praised for Disney's turnaround, especially in movie performance, despite ongoing challenges at Pixar regarding working conditions and management priorities. 07:07 Iger faces criticism for turning Disney into an IP farm, with recent successes credited to the creative team rather than his leadership. 09:01 Bob Iger's return to Disney has been marked by controversial decisions and mismanagement, particularly regarding the transformation of Moana 2 and ongoing corporate battles influenced by Nelson Peltz. 13:22 Bob Iger's controversial decisions, including pricing changes and a failed legal battle, have led to significant challenges for Disney Parks this quarter, despite some praise for his overall leadership. 16:07 Iger's leadership has transformed Disney parks with a focus on IP integration and higher costs, but the recent performance boost is seen as customer gouging, indicating a need for new CEO to tackle persistent challenges. 17:53 Concerns about Disney's future arise from leadership changes, a potential focus on video games, and the need for a creative co-CEO alongside Bob Iger, whose stock sale suggests waning confidence in the company's direction. Disney's pricing strategy and treatment of disabled guests have been criticized, with the Lightning Lane system being used to upcharge disabled visitors instead of offering the DAS pass. Bob Iger's return led to the elimination of the free park pass and introduction of expensive upcharge options like the $500 per person per day "Park Hopper" package. Iger took credit for Disney's creative successes, but was responsible for staff cuts and gutting Pixar, while many creative decisions were made under Bob Chapek's leadership. Iger's personal interests in AI and Canva led to the creation of a new division, despite concerns about his lack of creativity and vision for the company's future. ESPN+ will be consolidated under Disney+ in the future, similar to how Hulu was merged into Disney+. Iger's return to Disney in 2022 was seen as a victory lap, with media praise despite taking credit for Chapek's decisions. Bob Iger overspent on Fox, putting Disney in a perilous position, and made unpopular decisions like removing Rivers of America at Disneyland. Iger's marching orders led to significant price increases and the elimination of free park passes, despite being gone for only two years. Iger prioritized his own ego, worrying about losing the best tables and kissing up to executives rather than focusing on Disney's success. Iger's lack of creative vision and tendency to micromanage led to Disney's current state, despite his ability to negotiate deals. Disney's Q4 2024 earnings showed a 30-39% increase in revenue to $22.6B, with net income doubling to $460M, marking one of their biggest quarterly upswings.

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today, Scott is in for Pam and we get a great question about possibly meeting Tony at Tony's Town Square at the Magic Kingdom! Then, we get a question from a true friend who wants to cheer her friend on at the Wine & Dine Half-Marathon and is looking for logistical help to get from place-to-place! We also discuss if adding a Park Hopper makes sense to take advantage of the Magic Kingdom before a Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, and much more! Please come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

So many decisions to make about all of the little details of your Disney vacation. Listen to our co-hosts debate those important options you are probably already debating in your head and heart yourself!! Do you add a park-hopper? What about Magic Bands? Dining plans? 6 different vacation options are debated to help you decide! Listen and we will help you decide what's best for you and your family! 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 You've Got A Friend In Me Segment Planning Disney for School Age Kids | Facebook with Ruth Lancaster Jill's Pixie Dust Therapy (@pixiedusttherapy) | TikTok with Jill Goodrum (Any pricing discussed in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. See full terms and conditions at ⁠Smart Moms Travel⁠)

Welcome back to The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into Walt Disney World vacation planning to help you create the ultimate Disney experience for your family. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Disney traveler, we'll guide you through everything you need to know to plan your perfect Disney World trip, step-by-step. Looking for a free Disney Travel Agent to plan your next trip? Want to plan with us? Fill our a quote form at https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote From choosing the best time to visit, to picking the right Walt Disney World resort for your budget, to making the most of Disney dining plans, we've got you covered. We'll share insider tips on how to score the best deals, how to be flexible with your travel dates to take advantage of Disney promotions, and how to navigate the complexities of park tickets, Park Hopper, and Memory Maker. If you're planning a Walt Disney World vacation in 2024 or 2025, this episode is packed with essential advice, including how to handle flights, budgeting for a big family, and maximizing your time with the best Disney travel tips. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly Disney trip or splurging on a deluxe stay at the Polynesian Resort or Animal Kingdom Lodge, we'll help you design a trip that fits your family's needs. Get ready to take the stress out of your vacation prep and discover how to plan a Walt Disney World trip like a pro! [00:00] Introduction: The essentials of Disney vacation planning [00:40] Picking dates and how they affect your budget and resort options [01:21] Budgeting for flights, resorts, and accommodations [03:20] Resort recommendations based on budget and travel style [05:41] The importance of flexibility and how Disney promotions can change your plans [06:58] Breaking down Disney's value, moderate, and deluxe resorts [10:00] Park tickets vs. resort focus: What to prioritize for your trip [17:00] Add-ons like Memory Maker and Park Hopper – are they worth it? [23:20] Dining strategies: From character meals to flexible options [33:40] Advanced planning: How to avoid transportation hassles and maximize your time

We are back at full force! Joe and Teri had an EPIC time while they were at Walt Disney World and we want to share the experience with you! All week long we are giving away Walt Disney World Water Park tickets and the following week we have Walt Disney World tickets with Park Hopper option next week. Stream every moment from this morning's show on the free iHeart Radio App or wherever you get your podcasts!

Summary of Key Topics Covered: Disney News: Tiana's Bayou Adventure: Discussion on the latest news, ride POV controversy, and quality concerns. Jollywood Nights: Returning event at Hollywood Studios, casting calls, and listener poll results. Polynesian Island Tower Rooms: Opening details, pricing, and first impressions. Country Bears Retheme: New songs and reactions to the upcoming changes. Listener Questions: Genie Plus Without Park Hopper:Pros and cons of Genie Plus without park hopper. Specific park strategies and ride recommendations. Skyliner and Fantasmic:Late-night transportation options and Skyliner operating hours. Bounce Back Offers:Explanation of bounce back offers and current deals. Booking tips and potential savings. Best Months to Visit:Ranking January, February, and June for a Disney trip. Crowd levels, weather, and event considerations. Magic Bands:Discussion on whether Magic Bands need a revamp. User experiences and potential improvements. Top Character Meals for Kids:Recommendations for the best character dining experiences for young children. Detailed comparisons of various character meals. Timestamps for Major Discussion Points: [00:00:00] Introduction and overview of the episode [00:00:31] Disney news segment: Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Jollywood Nights, and more [00:10:00] Polynesian Island Tower Rooms: Details and first impressions [00:12:00] Country Bears retheme and new songs [00:14:00] Listener questions begin [00:14:20] Genie Plus without park hopper discussion [00:22:00] Skyliner and late-night Fantasmic show transportation [00:23:00] Bounce back offers: Are they worth it? [00:27:38] Best months to visit: January, February, or June? [00:31:48] Magic Bands: Do they need a revamp? [00:34:00] Top character meals for kids For more theme park adventures, tips, and everything in-between, make sure to visit our website at www.adventuresofadisneydad.com. Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/adventuresofadisneydad/  Get a Free Quote: https://www.adventuresofadisneydad.com/get-a-quote  

The Park Hopper add-on to Disney World's tickets seems pretty straight forward but do you know all of the power it really holds to make your vacation as stress-free as possible? Hosts: Aly Thomas, Becki Smedley, Stacy Walker Editing: Stacy Walker Ready to plan your magical Disney vacation with a podcast co-host? 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 Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ads From The Show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disney Planning Made Simple Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Stacy Walker ⁠Planning Disney with Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Katie Boone

This PARK HOPPER episode of E-Ticket to Broadway features Tony Award-Nominee and Disney Icon Susan Egan! These short Park Hoppers are meant to get you from one episode to the next, and this star of Broadway's Beauty and the Beast is always a delight to have on the podcast to share her love of Goofy, The Disney Parks, as well as share more about Disney Princess the Concert! (And be sure to listen to Episode #1 of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to hear more from Susan!) Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Susan's Instagram: @iamsusanegan David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walt Disney World Tickets and Park Hopper Join us as we talk about one of the most necessary items in any Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation, tickets! We'll share our experiences, look at the pricing, and compare the 1-park per day tickets and the Park Hopper option. What should you do for your next magical vacation? Check out this episode to find out! Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠That Disney Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you need help booking contact us for a free no obligation quote visit⁠⁠⁠⁠ thatvacationco.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. We are That Disney Hustle serving you the most delightful Disney destinations. Hosted by Caleb and Chanel Berg. Produced by Caleb Berg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatdisneyhustle/support

This week Madi dives into all things Park Hopper! She gives you prices, pros, cons, and her own personal opinion on wether you should purchase it or not! Please follow all the things and rate and support this podcast

Our recent family vacation to Walt Disney World with my best friend's family was absolutely fantastic! We spent our time exploring three parks throughout our trip using the convenient Park Hopper ticket, which allowed us to move freely between parks at our leisure. We also indulged in a VIP tour, which was an incredible experience and gave us an exclusive look behind the scenes of the park.In addition to visiting the parks, we also spent two fun-filled days at the water parks and played mini-golf, which was a delightful experience. However, the most memorable part of our trip was undoubtedly the makeovers we arranged for our girls at Bounding Beauty and the boys at Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique . The makeovers were a unique and magical experience that we will cherish forever.As we reflect on our trip, we realize there were some activities that we would repeat and others that we would do differently on our next visit. One activity we recommend is watching the new fireworks show at Epcot called Luminous. It was mind-blowing and left us all in awe. Overall, this was an unforgettable trip that we will never forget. Blog Instagram YouTube Pinterest Amazon Shop LTK Shop

Get ready for a wild ride on this episode of The Disney DNA Podcast, where the magic never stops! Join your lively hosts, Trent and Jeni, as we plunge into the enchanting world of Walt Disney World. Hold on to your Mickey ears because we're kicking things off with the buzz around the closure of the beloved Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The thrilling Aerosmith-themed ride is taking a breather for a routine refurbishment, and we've got the inside scoop on what this hiatus might mean for the park. Plus, we'll be unleashing our wildest speculations about a potential retheme that has fans buzzing with excitement! But that's not all, folks! We're setting our sights on the heart of the Magic Kingdom, where the iconic Country Bear Jamboree is getting a toe-tapping makeover. Say hello to the "Country Bear Musical Jamboree" hitting the stage in 2024. We'll be breaking down all the toe-tapping details, from how it's revamping classic Disney tunes to exploring different flavors of country music. Get ready for a hoedown like never before! And hold onto your mouse ears because we're not stopping there! We're dishing out the deets on the game-changing updates hitting Disney World starting January 9, 2024. From kicking theme park reservation requirements to the curb for date-based tickets to the triumphant return of all-day Park Hopper access, it's a Disney dream come true! We've got the lowdown on everything you need to know, whether you're planning your next adventure or just soaking up the Disney magic from afar. So, buckle up and join us on this wild ride as we navigate through these thrilling changes and let our imaginations run wild with the possibilities for the future of Disney World. Whether you're a seasoned Disney pro or just a casual fan, this episode is packed to the brim with must-know info. Stay tuned, because the magic is about to unfold in ways you never saw coming! More information about the podcast can be found at disneydnapodcast.com Contact us: https://www.disneydnapodcast.com/contact/ Please also connect with us here: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/disneydnapodcast Like and Subscribe over at our YouTube channel! And as always.... If You've Got The Time, We've Got The Disney!

Hey Howdy Hey Happy Platers!Today WDW launched 2 new promos and one of them is delicious.  Disney+ Subscribers: Enjoy a FREE dining plan when you purchase a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option—for arrivals most nights from July 1 to September 30, 2024. And the other is Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer—or save up to 30% on shorter stays. This offer is valid for stays most nights from July 8 to October 3, 2024. On an upcoming show, we are going to dive deep into these offers to see which if either is the best value for your Disney dollar. Now how about some Disney Food trivia?Now Taking Reservations for the Chef's Table on our private Facebook Page called "The Happy Platers* make sure you head over to the new Facebook group and join us at the table where we can discuss in-depth our Disney Dining tales.  We are very excited to have the opportunity to interact more with our Happy Platers and hear your thoughts on all things Disney Food.  Click here to join: HAPPY PLATERSPlease visit our webpage: www.happiestplate.comInstagram: @happiestplateonearthFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/happyplatersTwitter: @HappyPlateEarthEmail: dining@happiestplate.com

As Walt Disney World announces great new additions for 2024 (including a brand new Little Mermaid attraction) they are also implementing policies that put their most loyal customers at the back of the line.  Walt Disney World's Uneven Treatment of Annual Passholders is a Problem for Some Good-to-Go Days are Great for Local Annual Passholders, but all others are out of luckA lot of changes are coming our way at Walt Disney World in 2024 and depending on where you fit in Walt Disney World's priority queue, these can be good or bad.Out of State Disney World Annual Passholders Moved to the Back of the LineGood-To-Go Days Calendar Coming January 11In 2024, Disney World will allow local annual passholders periods of spontaneity with so-called “good-to-go” days. While this idea is better than nothing for Orlando locals, it's still pretty shameful. Here's how it will work: On good-to-go days, Annual Passholders can enter the theme parks without a Park Pass reservation (specific pass blockout dates will still apply). Good-to-Go Days will be listed on Disney World's theme park reservation calendar, Annual Passholder admissions calendar and My Disney Experience app starting January 11, 2024. Days will be added randomly at any time throughout the year. Who Do Good-to-Go Days benefit? Good-to-Go Days at Walt Disney World are directly aimed at local Walt Disney World annual passholders. It's not quite the unfettered entry that it should be, but it's better than nothing.Imagine if Airlines Treated Frequent Flyers the way Disney Treats Annual Passholders?Who Gets Ignored by Disney World Good-to-Go Days? Good-to-Go Days do nothing for the large number of Walt Disney World Annual Passholders who aren't local: those who are out-of-state or international. These are the Annual Passholders more likely to spend thousands of dollars on every visit, with Disney hotel reservations, dining and so on. This is the group of loyal Disney travelers. This group is getting snubbed by Disney as they get nothing. Disney continues its unfortunate tradition of treating some of its highest value guests the worst.Since this group almost always uses Walt Disney World Annual Passes as part of a Disney Vacation, they should receive the same treatment as Date-Based Ticket holders, as long as the passholders are staying onsite at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel or Villa. This needs to change before Disney alienates even more of the guests who contribute most to its parks and resorts revenue.Park Hopper is Getting Back to Normal On the plus side, Disney Annual Passholders and guests with Park Hopper tickets or passes will once again be able to park hop without waiting until a pre-set afternoon time starting January 9, 2024. Annual Passholders can also visit any park without requiring a Park Pass reservation after 2:00 p.m. (except for Magic Kingdom on a Saturday or Sunday).The Winners in the Theme Park Reservation DebacleAnyone who buys date-based standard tickets (typically one-time Walt Disney World visitors) won't need to go through the hassle of making theme park reservations. This is great for infrequent travelers, who continue to get the premier treatment by Walt Disney World. Guests including Disney Vacation Club members with Annual Passes get nothing except all the pains of Disney travel implemented with covid.Dining Plans ReturnIf you're a fan of the Disney Dining plan you'll once again have the option to buy one of two offerings: the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan or the Disney Dining Plan. These plans are great for convenience, but may or may not be good value depending on your eating habits.What's New with Dining PlansFor all the Disney foodies out there, dining reservations are open for booking for guests staying at Disney Resort hotels who purchase a vacation package with a Disney dining plan for arrivals in January through early February! Guests can book dining up to 60 days in advance, and as a Disney Resort hotel guest, guests may book dining for their entire length of stay (up to 10 days).--Princess Ariel is Finally Coming Back to Disney's Hollywood Studios with an All-New ShowAfter years of wondering if the Ariel's Animation Courtyard Theater would host a new Little Mermaid show, we now know that “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” will debut in the fall of 2024. The show is inspired by the original Walt Disney Animation Studios 1989 classic version of The Little Mermaid. Only limited details have been released, but so far we know the show will be a complete overhaul, featuring all-new set pieces, current tech effects and a "bold new design" that captures Ariel's imagination and emotions through her unique view of the world around her.This will, of course, be a musical version featuring “Part of Your World,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” and “Kiss the Girl.” Theater construction is ongoing and we look forward to hear more about this refreshed attraction.Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Shop unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies, yoga leggings, dresses, swimwear and more at the Emporium at 1923 Main StreetPlease be sure to follow along on X, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

This audio is from our free course that helps you plan a vacation to Disneyland.  In this module, we'll talk about how many days we recommend to spend at in Disneyland. CHAPTERS:0:17 Intro 0:34 Considerations for Deciding How Many Days to Spend at Disneyland 1:05 If You Only Have One Day at the Disneyland Resort1:22 Two Days in the Parks3:00 Three Days in the Parks4:10 Four or Five Days In the Parks5:00 Adding Other Local Attractions to Your Trip6:15 OutroRobyn shares recommendations on if you should buy Park Hopper passes and her recommendation for the ideal number of days in the park.  If you normally visit Walt Disney World, remember Disneyland is a much smaller park, and 2-3 days is plenty for most guests.  She also covers how you can sometimes save money by purchasing 2 single-day tickets.  We also have a blog post that covers saving on two single-day tickets in more depth. LINKS:ParkMagic.comHow Many Days at the Park ModuleTicket Comparison Tool: This tool helps you to quickly compare prices for different ticket options and help you find the best deals currently available for park tickets. Show TranscriptRight now, our tools are just for Disneyland, but we hope to expand to other parks soon. Disney changes policies, prices, and shows often. Be sure to visit our website at Parkmagic.com or Disneyland's Website for more information. Park Magic is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or Disney Enterprises, Inc. Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Mickey Mouse are all registered trademarks of Disney Enterprises, Inc. Any use of third-party names or trademarks is for identification purposes only and does not imply, nor is it intended to imply, any affiliation with, endorsement from, or business relationship with any third party, including with Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or Disney Enterprises, Inc.

"The Dubs"#426 - To get us in the Halloween spirit, we share a few spooky Disney stories before discussing the news!  We talk about price increases, park hopper returning and some new food options!  Checkout #426 to hear all about it!   Find The Dub Dee Dub Revue - TheDubDeeDubRevue.com   Twitter @dubdeedubrevue Facebook @thedubdeedubrevue Instagram @thedubdeedubrevuepodcast  Lastly, Thank You to our sponsor for making this show happen:  Disney Vacation Club Resales and Point Rental (DVC-Rental.com & buyandselldvc.com)  We appreciate your support...AND...as always, we appreciate YOU spending a little of your time with us.  We know that you have lots of options for Disney-based podcasts, but for including us...Thank You!

ALL DAY PARK HOPPING IS BACK JANUARY 9TH and we are here for it! On today's episode we share how we would plan to do 4 parks in 1 day with our families at Walt Disney World!

Park Hopping is finally getting back to normal starting in January 2024, but the discrimination against annual passholders continues. Is this a good move by Disney or will a backlash lead to change as the Disney company continues to penalize its most loyal guest.Park Hopping, Park Passes and more in 2024 at Walt Disney WorldStarting on January 9, 2024, if you have Park Hopper on your Disney World park tickets or Annual Pass you will once again be able to park hop whenever you like without waiting until after 2:00 p.m.  On days when theme park reservations are required for Annual Passholders and certain non-dated tickets, Passholders and guests will be able to take advantage of the updates to Park Hopper access after visiting their first park. For example, if a Passholder has a reservation at EPCOT and enters the park at 9 a.m. for a quick ride or two, they can then head to another park right after.What Disney is calling “Good-to-go days” will also begin in January (date TBA). These are days when Annual Passholders can visit a Disney World park without needing a theme park reservation (blockout dates will continue to apply like they do today). The negative is that Disney continues to discriminate against Annual Passholders who are spending money or DVC points to stay onsite at a Disney World hotel. They should be lifting Park Pass booking requirements for anyone who is staying onsite no matter what kind of ticket they have. This is certainly not making things simpler or easier for Disney's most loyal guests.--Disneyland's Downtown Disney is Getting New Food Offerings and MoreParkside Market is a new, curated collection of diverse culinary concepts with four new offerings under one roof. It's all part of the expansion on the west end of Downtown Disney. Seoul Sister is a fast-casual eatery serving Korean food based on bibimbap (Korean rice bowls) with a California twist. Executive Chef Kelly Kim will showcase bold Korean flavors through marinated meats, colorful vegetables and savory sauces over rice, noodles or salad, plus appetizers, an Asian-inspired breakfast menu, and hand-crafted drinks. Sip & Sonder, from founders Amanda-Jane Thomas and Shanita Nicholas, has been recognized as one of the best cafés in L.A. and soon you can enjoy their signature lattes, fresh treats, frozen drinks and Caribbean-inspired bites.GG's Chicken Shop was founded by James Beard Award winners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm, alongside Michelin Star Chef Partner Lee Wolen who will serve a family-friendly menu of chicken sandwiches, salads, and classic sides. The Downtown Disney location will be their first on the West Coast.second story bar will be an al fresco spot featuring signature craft cocktails and mocktails using local ingredients and artful garnishes. Refreshing selections will include frozen lemonades, frozés, espresso martinis, shareable cocktails and spirit-free drinks.Also coming to Downtown Disney's west end is a new stage and lawn for special events, activities, musical entertainment and more. Future plans will also bring Din Tai Fung, a world-renowned Chinese restaurant known for its soup dumplings and noodles, plus Mexican cuisine by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gayta at Paseo and Centrico. California-Cuban cheese rolls and pastries to come from Porto's Bakery and Cafe. --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Shop unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies, yoga leggings, dresses, swimwear and more at the Emporium at 1923 Main StreetPlease be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

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Everyone knows the real happiest place on Earth is right here on ToughPigs, with a brand new episode of Hubba-Wha?!! This week, Becca Petunia is joined by former PizzeRizzo employee Melia Schnef and ToughPigs' own Matthew Soberman for trivia challenges about the Muppets' appearances in Disney theme parks! They'll have to master their cheap 3D tricks, rock and roll around the world, and meet 999 Muppet ghosts if they want to win a fabulous souvenir! Plus: what professional swimmer does Big Bird admire, and what does that have to do with anything anyway? Play along at home and let us know how you do!

Today we are joined by Listeners Tony & Maggie from Ohio to talk about an amazing 9 day trip to Walt Disney World last fall!  We discuss how this trip was delayed due to COVID, and then jump into their stay at Disney's Pop Century Resort!  We also discuss how they didn't use Park Hopper nor Genie Plus during the trip and still had a great time!  Dining?  We talk Topolino's Terrace, Homecomin', Hoop Dee Do Revue, and more!  Entertainment?  We discuss Caring for Giants Tour, Keys to the Kingdom Tour, Cirque de Soleil: Drawn to Life, and more!  Lots of fun on today's show! We hope you enjoy today's podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Mike and Pam are here today answering some fun Listener Questions to help you get through your week! Today Pam gives a few thoughts on her trip to Disneyland last week, we look for quiet restaurants where you can actually carry on a conversation between two families meeting for the first time, three day Park Hopper tickets or 4 day base tickets, "Start, Bench, Trade" three restaurant experiences around Walt Disney World, and much more! We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

This PARK HOPPER episode of E-Ticket to Broadway features Olivier Award-winner, Broadway star, and Goofy's #1 Anti-Fan, Lesli Margherita! These short Park Hoppers are meant to get you from one episode to the next, and this star of Broadway's Matlida & Dames at Sea is always a delight to have on the podcast to share her love of Roger Rabbit, Star Wars, and Disneyland. Which conversation starter will be pulled from the magical Dopey backpack for this Park Hopper episode? Listen to find out! (And be sure to listen to Episode #4 of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to hear more from Lesli!) Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Lesli's Instagram: @queenlesli David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Trent and Jeni discuss the reasons to avoid purchasing park hopper tickets for Disney World. They highlight the restrictions on park hopping due to the pandemic and explain how it is not as easy to move between parks as it used to be. They also discuss the cost of park hopper tickets and compare it with the recent changes at Disneyland. Trent and Jeni also talk about the free and paid versions of Disney's skip-the-line system, Genie, and the confusion that comes with park hopping while using Genie+. In conclusion, they provide tips on how to make an informed decision about buying park hopper tickets and how to add the park hopper option. If you love what you hear on this fun Disney podcast, please subscribe and catch us every Wednesday and Friday for the podcast! We can be found at disneydnapodcast.com Contact us: https://www.disneydnapodcast.com/contact/ Please also connect with us here: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter   and Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/disneydnapodcast And as always.... If You've Got The Time, We've Got The Disney!

On today's Disney Podcast, we're talking about everything we would consider when it comes to buying Park Hopper tickets at Walt Disney World. From costs to how to maximize value through transportation and staying close to the parks, this is how to develop the best strategy for park hopping at Disney World. Enjoy! This episode […] The post Developing Your Park Hopping Strategy for Walt Disney World appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

The first ever PARK HOPPER episode of E-Ticket to Broadway reunites host David with his childhood friend/fancy Broadway and Disney+ star Kate Reinders! These short Park Hoppers are meant to get you from one episode to the next, and who better to start this series than Miss Jenn of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series," and star of Something Rotten, Wicked, and Gypsy?! Which conversation starter will be pulled from the magical Dopey backpack for this Park Hopper episode? Listen to find out! (And be sure to listen to Episode #6 of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to hear more from Kate!) Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Kate's Instagram: @katereinders David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today we discuss easiest ways to get some Disney Golf merchandise if you don't have time to play a round on your next Walt Disney World trip, if you should drive or take the bus from Wilderness Lodge if you want to be the first guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios, a great tip for solo diners at counter-service locations, why the Park Hopper is extra-important for those staying at Epcot-area resorts, an After Hours Event or an extra day on your Magic Your Way tickets, and much more! We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

How to Ride TRON Lightcycle Run Before it Opens to the Public on April 4 Disney travelers are anticipating the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run, which is scheduled to officially open on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Disney's Magic Kingdom Park.But did you know that before the attraction officially opens there will likely be an opportunity for certain guests to get a ride? Cast members always get this perk (understandably) but Disney has basically said that Annual Passholders and eligible Disney Vacation Club Members will also be given an opportunity to throw their hats in the ring for this major perk.We don't know the details yet, but there will likely be a rush to get a spot once details are announced.The story of the ride is that it picks up after the “TRON: Legacy” story where Kevin's son, Sam Flynn, has opened a second gateway into a digital world called the Grid. The first portal to this world was built at Shanghai Disneyland with the original TRON Lightcycle Power Run. So it's fun how Disney has worked to continue the story and didn't just make this a copy of the Shanghai version.As the ride goes, you will be Team Blue against the Grid's menacing Programs, Team Orange. Your goal is to be the first to race through eight Energy Gates and secure victory. How this all pans out remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Tron Lightcycle Run will be one of the fastest coasters at any Disney theme park in the world.---The Positive Changes at Walt Disney World Resort: If you're a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder you'll soon be able to visit the theme parks after 2:00 p.m. without needing a park pass reservation. The only exclusions are Saturdays and Sundays at Magic Kingdom Park and pass blackout dates. You can once again self-park at Walt Disney World hotels at no cost when you are a guest staying there. When you buy Disney Genie+ you'll also get free digital downloads of Disney PhotoPass attraction photos taken in the park on the day of your purchase. --- The Positive Changes at Disneyland  Starting February 4, 2023, if you have a Disneyland theme park ticket with a Magic Key pass or a Park Hopper ticket you can start hopping two hours earlier – starting at 11:00 a.m.  Disneyland will offer nearly two-months-worth of $104 park ticket dates throughout 2023, which means more opportunities to enjoy the lowest price one-day, one-park tickets. Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads taken on any Disney PhotoPass attraction during a park visit will be complimentary for ticketed park guests on the Disneyland app starting February 4 and lasting for the Disney 100 celebration. Disneyland Resort will make select Magic Key passes available for new sales from time to time throughout 2023 as pass inventory becomes available.  --Tiana's Palace Coming to Disneyland Park in 2023Just as Tiana transformed an old sugar mill into her dream restaurant in “The Princess and the Frog,” Disney is transforming the French Market Restaurant in New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park into a news restaurant called Tiana's Palace.Tiana's Palace will feature peach-colored walls and green wrought-iron balconies with elegant fixtures and appointments reminiscent of Tiana's film life. This should fit nicely into the current vibe of New Orleans Square. The new quick-service restaurant will offer guests an authentic New Orleans menu and expand on the current items served at the location.To make the change, the French Market Restaurant (and Mint Julep Bar) will be closed as of February 17, 2023, and will reopen as Tiana's Palace (alongside the Mint Julep Bar with its famous mint juleps and Mickey beignets) later in 2023.--- Moonlight Magic is Back 2023 Disney Vacation Club members, mark your calendars: Disney California Adventure - February 1, 2023EPCOT - February 8 and 15, 2023Disney's Hollywood Studios - May 11 and September 13, 2023Disney's Animal Kingdom Park - July 11 and August 2, 2023Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park - May 23 and August 23, 2023 -- Pool Closures at Disney Aulani in Early 2023Aulani's two popular water slide pool areas are closing for refurbishment. The Volcanic Vertical body slide will be unavailable from January 16 – February 3, 2023. The Tubestone Curl tube slide will be unavailable from February 20 to March 10, 2023 and  Aulani's other water features will be open during the closures, including Waikolohe Pool and Stream, Ka Maka Pool & Grotto, the multiple whirlpool spas, Keiki Cove splash zone, and Wailana Pool.Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 124 - Star Wars: Galactic Star Cruiser From a Galaxy far, far away… we have a review of the Halcyon, the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser.  Plus, some out-of-this-world news from Disney about the parks, annual passes, and nighttime celebrations.  This is episode 124 of the Mickeyphile Podcast. 1.          Happily Ever After returns April 3rd at MK2.          Epcot Forever returns April 3rd at EP3.          TRON Lightcycle / Run Opens April 4th at MKMK AP Park Reservations are already unavailable4.          Three Changes Walt Disney World Is Making to improve the guest experience and to let fans know they are listening to their feedback, including Annual Passholders, the most loyal guests:Effective Jan 10th complimentary overnight self-parking when staying at a Disney Resort hotel.Walt Disney World Annual Passholders: Park reservation requirements will be relaxed for visits after 2 p.m.*Beginning in the next few months, WDW Annual Passholders will be able to visit the theme parks after 2 p.m. without needing a park reservation, EXCEPT on Saturdays and Sundays at Magic Kingdom Park. Pass blockout dates will continue to apply like they do today. Passholders will also receive access to Disney PhotoPass lenses and one complimentary Cinderella Castle Mural of Memories experience (age restrictions apply). Visit Cinderella Castle Mural of Memories and Disney PhotoPass Lenses for details, restrictions and other information.* Guests purchasing Disney Genie+ service will also receive digital downloads of their Disney PhotoPass attraction photos, taken in the park on the day of their purchase, at no additional charge.5.          Major Changes Coming to DisneylandGuests with a Park Hopper ticket can start hopping at 11 AM beginning February 4thALL park guests will receive digital downloads of attraction photos beginning February 4th throughout the Disney100 CelebrationThere will be a significant increase in the number of days that they'll offer the lowest-priced one-day, one-park ticket at $104- more days to play for less! Magic Key passes will become available more times during the year as inventory is available Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/ Intro Music:Strength of the Titans by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titansLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music:Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sunLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

What the New Disney World Ticket Pricing Will Mean for YouBeginning December 8, Walt Disney World will introduce park-specific pricing on 1-day, 1-park tickets. This means you will now have to select a date and theme park before buying your park ticket. When you buy a 1-Day ticket for a specific date and theme park, a theme park reservation will automatically be made for you at the time of purchase. For Disney travelers who buy multi-day Walt Disney World tickets, nothing will change and you will continue to make theme park reservations.With the new park-specific pricing, Magic Kingdom Park will be priced at the highest level as it still the crown jewel and the most-visited theme park in the world. One-day Disney World ticket prices will be as follows:  Disney's Animal Kingdom: $109-$159 (same range as today) Disney's Hollywood Studios: $124-$179 EPCOT: $114-$179 Magic Kingdom Park: $124-$189  (Note: The $189 price for the week of Christmas to New Year's.) Park Hopper Add-on On December 8 there will also be new pricing for Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus add-ons. Annual Passes   On December 8, Annual Pass pricing for the Incredi-, Sorcerer and Pirate Annual Passes will increase between $43-100. The Disney Pixie Dust Pass will remain at its current price. The Disney Pixie Dust Pass remains available for purchase, but the other three Annual Passes are still not for sale. All Annual Passes continue to be available for renewal. --Disney Dining: New Same Day Cancellation PolicyYou can now cancel dining reservations up to two hours before your meal without being charged a cancellation fee.Use the My Disney Experience app or DisneyWorld.com and click the cancellation button up to two hours prior to your scheduled time to cancel free of charge. If they don't cancel by then or don't show up, the credit card provided at the time of reservation will be charged a $10 fee per person.Note there are some exclusions. This does NOT apply to Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, Victoria & Albert's and Monsieur Paul. Each of these venues has its own dining cancellation policy.--Disney Cruise Line Announces Acquisition of Ship with Plans to Visit New MarketsDisney announced they acquired a partially completed ship that will bring Disney Cruise Line to new global destinations. Disney will work with the Meyer Werft shipbuilding company to complete the cruise ship previously known as the Global Dream in Wismar, Germany. The ship will be renamed with certain features reimagined under the world-renowned expertise of Walt Disney Imagineers and is expected to set sail in 2025. The new ship will be based outside the United States.--Mickey's Toontown to Reopen at Disneyland Park on March 8, 2023The official reopening date of Mickey's Toontown in Disneyland Park is March 8, 2023.Highlights include: Goofy's How-To-Play Yard, including a sound garden where kids will discover new ways to make noise and enjoy an all-new elevated clubhouse inside there will be an interactive candy-making contraption that begins outside of Goofy's home, as drips of honey fall from a beehive onto a chute that slides the colorful drops around and down into the home. Junior candymakers will help Goofy make the candy. Donald's Boat will be perched in the duck pond of the Goof homestead. Kids will enjoy making a splash here. Chip ‘n' Dale's GADGETcoaster is a fun-sized coaster for the town's tiniest citizens. At Mickey's House and Minnie's House you'll still be able to step inside to enjoy a self-guided tour. You may even be able to visit with Mickey and Minnie while they're there.  --Festive PhotoPass Fun at Walt Disney World ResortThe holiday atmosphere is in full swing at Walt Disney World and Disney PhotoPass photographers have a ton of holly-jolly props, Magic Shots, and more. Be sure to keep a lookout for where to find them.After dark in front of the Christmas trees at EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Disney Springs.On the bridge leading from Oasis to Discovery Island at Disney's Animal Kingdom, on Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, at all World Celebration locations at EPCOT, at the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs, and in Magic Kingdom Park at the entrance, the PhotoPass Studio inside Sir Mickey's, and on Main Street, U.S.A.These are just a few examples and there will be opportunities at most locations across Walt Disney World.--The New Cake Bake Shop is Coming to Disney's BoardWalkDisney has confirmed that the Cake Bake Shop is coming to Disney's BoardWalk in 2023. This will replace the ESPN Club and is a table service restaurant and bakery.--Foodie Guide to EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays 2022The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays runs until December 30 and food is a big part of it. Here's what you will find, including our recommended top picks.Mele Kalikimaka (Near Port of Entry)Food Items:  Kālua Pork with Okinawa sweet potatoes and mango salad Lomi Lomi Salmon with tomatoes, onions, salmon roe, yuzu-mayonnaise, and yuca chips (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Haupia: Hawaiian coconut pudding with candied macadamia nuts and coconut Beverages:  Kona Brewing Co. Big Wave Golden Ale Florida Orange Groves Sparkling Pineapple Wine Melon Breeze with Spiced Rum Holiday Sweets & Treats (Near Port of Entry):Beverages:  Hot Cocoa (Non-alcoholic) Chocolate Peppermint Shake featuring Twinings Peppermint Cheer Tea (Non-alcoholic) Breckenridge Brewery Christmas Ale Playalinda Brewing Co. Coquito Beer Brew Hub S'mores Porter Hot Cocoa with assorted alcoholic cordials (Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico Liqueur, or Fireball Cinnamon Whisky) Chocolate Peppermint Shake: Twinings Peppermint Cheer Tea and Whipped Cream Vodka Beer Flight Nochebuena Cocina (Near Port of Entry) (New)Food Items: IMPOSSIBLE Chorizo Tamale with plant-based cotija cheese and spicy red Chile sauce (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based Item)  Pernil: Mojo Pork with tostones and ketchup-mayonnaise (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Alfajores: Vanilla shortbread cookie with dulce de leche and coconut (New) (Cookie Stroll) Beverages: 81Bay Brewing Co. Horchata Beer Chai Ginger Mule featuring Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka Chestnuts & Good Cheer Holiday Kitchen (Near Test Track Presented by Chevrolet)Food Items:  Cinnamon-glazed Almonds (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Cinnamon-glazed Cashews (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Cinnamon-glazed Pecans (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Fire-roasted Chestnuts (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Beverages: Hot Cocoa (Non-alcoholic) G. Lee Eggnog (Non-alcoholic) Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Hazel Nutty-Cracker Sweet Stout Hot Cocoa with Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, whipped cream, and candied nuts G. Lee Eggnog with Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Firenog: T.G. Lee Eggnog with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky Holiday Hearth Desserts (The Odyssey Pavilion)Food Items: Red Velvet Mini Bundt Cake with cream cheese icing Salted Caramel Spaceship Earth Cookie Snowball Cookies Peppermint Bark (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Mouse Crunch made with M&M'S chocolate candies Maple Bûche de Noël: Maple mousse and cranberry rolled in gingerbread chiffon cake Gingerbread Cookie (Cookie Stroll) Beverages: Hot Cocoa (non-alcoholic) Cinnamon Apple Cider (non-alcoholic) 3 Daughters Brewing Winter Spiced Lager BrewDog Hoppy Christmas IPA Wicked Weed Brewing Milk & Cookies Imperial Milk Stout Cocoa Candy Cane: Hot Cocoa with peppermint schnapps Beer Flight Refreshment Port (Near Canada)Food Items: Coquito Soft-serve Waffle Cone Turkey Poutine: French Fries with turkey gravy, cranberry relish, and crispy onions Beverages: Boulevard Brewing Quirk Cranberry Apple Cinnamon Seltzer (New)  Pasek Cellars Cranberry Wine (New)  Pumpkin spice ginger cocktail with Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka Coquito Soft-serve topped with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Yukon Holiday Kitchen (Canada)Food Items:Select Dishes featuring Melissa's Produce Seared Scallops with parsnip silk, apple chutney, and hazelnut croquant Beef Bourguignon with crushed potatoes SNICKERS-Doodle Cookie made with SNICKERS bar pieces (Cookie Stroll)  Beverages: Frozen Coffee (Non-alcoholic) 81Bay Brewing Co. Peanut Butter Banana Porter Playalinda Brewing Co. Maple Cookie Blonde Ale Collective Arts Coffee Maple Porter Regional Icewine Regional Red Wine Frozen Coffee with Tap 357 Whisky Beer Flight L'Chaim! Holiday Kitchen (Between France and Morocco) Food Items: Pastrami on Rye with house-made pickles and deli mustard Smoked Salmon Potato Latke (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Potato Latkes (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based Item)  Sufganiyot: Mini jelly-filled doughnuts Black and White Cookie (Plant-based Item) (Cookie Stroll)  Beverages: Brooklyn Brewery Winter IPA, Frozen New York Whiskey Sour: Manifest Whiskey and Manischewitz Blackberry Wine (New)  Tangierine Café: Flavors of the MedinaFood Items: Grilled Kebabs with carrot-chickpea salad and garlic aïoli  Lamb Kefta (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Chermoula Chicken (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Stone-baked Moroccan Bread with hummus, chermoula, and Zhoug dips  Beverages:  3 Daughters Brewing Cranberry Cider Woodchuck Winter Chill Hard Cider Ciderboys Mad Bark Hard Cider Fig Cocktail with sparkling wine, fig vodka, and cranberry juice Cider Flight American Holiday Table Food Items:Select Dishes featuring Melissa's Produce Slow-roasted Turkey with BEN'S ORIGINAL Stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce Blackened Catfish with Hoppin' John and comeback sauce (New)(Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Chocolate Crinkle Cookie (Cookie Stroll)  Beverages: Gulf Stream Brewing Whiteout Sails Wit Beer 3 Daughters Brewing Eggnog White Porter Playalinda Brewing Co. Peppermint Chocolate Stout Beer Flight Bavaria Holiday Kitchen (Germany)Food Items:Select Dishes featuring Melissa's Produce Pork Schnitzel with mushroom sauce, Spätzle, and braised red cabbage Cheese Fondue in a Bread Bowl with steamed baby vegetables and marble potatoes Linzer Cookie (Cookie Stroll)  Beverages: Possmann Pure Hard Apple Cider The Tank Brewing Co. Prost! Fest Bier Ayinger Brewery Celebrator Doppelbock Regional Riesling Glühwein: House-made hot spiced wine Beer Flight jooRefreshment Outpost: Food Items:  Peanut Stew with sweet potatoes, mustard greens, and roasted peanuts (New)(Plant-based Item) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) DOLE Whip Raspberry Beverages: UFO Beer Company Triple Berry Teleporter Stem Ciders Cocoa Caramel Hard Apple Cider Boulevard Brewing Co. Unfiltered Wheat Beer The Donut Box (Near Test Track) Food Items: Croissant Donut with cinnamon-sugar Holiday Yeast Donut with vanilla icing and red and white sprinkles (New)  Chocolate Peppermint Donut Eggnog and Cream-filled Donut with cinnamon icing and crumbled gingersnap cookies The Donut Box Beverages: Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-alcoholic) Coppertail Brewing Co. Gingerbread Stout Gingerbread Milk Shake with whipped cream vodka Connections Café Food Item:Holiday Sugar Cookie (Holiday Cookie Stroll) Connections EateryBeverages: Coquito Milk Shake (Non-alcoholic) Holiday Sangria: Indaba Chenin Blanc, Laird's Applejack Brandy, white cranberry juice, and boba pearls Coquito Milk Shake with Bacardí Superior Rum Sunshine SeasonsFood Item:Jingle Sugar Cookie made with M&M'S chocolate candies (Holiday Cookie Stroll)  Le Marché de Noël Holiday Kitchen (France)Food Items: Napoleon de Saumon Fumé en Brioche: Smoked salmon napoleon with layers of smoked salmon, dill mousse, and crème fraîche mousse served in brioche Rôti de Jambon Sauce Moutarde à l'ancienne, Pommes Dauphine: Roasted ham with mushrooms, pearl onions, bacon, mustard sauce, and puff potatoes (New)  Macaron en Sucette, Ganache à la Menthe Poivrée et aux Chocolats Valrhona: Macaron lollipop with peppermint and Valrhona chocolate ganache (New) Beverages: Frozen Hot Chocolate Martini: Grey Goose La Vanille Vodka, vodka, chocolate milk, and whipped cream Côté Mas Syrah-Grenache (New)  Spiced Pumpkin Punch: Rhum Clement VSOP Vieux Agricole, spiced pumpkin purée, oat milk (New) Cranberry Mimosa: Pol Remy Sparkling Wine with orange juice and cranberry syrup Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie (France)  Food Item: Macaron Christmas Tree (New)  Tuscany Holiday Kitchen (Italy)Food Items: Tortellini in Brodo: 5-cheese tortellini, house-made aromatic winter truffle broth, chives (New)  Salmone alla Siciliana: Cured salmon tartare, Sicilian blood orange, pistachios, and basil (New) Panettone: Panettone bread pudding and vanilla cream (New) Beverages: Prosecco Moscato Banfi Rosa Regale Italian Sangria Red or White Italian Margarita with tequila and limoncello Peroni Pilsner Shanghai Holiday Kitchen (China) Food Items: Chicken Skewer with creamy peanut sauce Beef Noodle Soup Bowl with slow-braised beef shank, green onion, house-made chili oil (New)  Vegetable Spring Rolls with citrus sauce (New) Beverages: Panda Bubble Tea: Classic milk tea with black and white boba pearls (non-alcoholic) Lucky Foo Pale Ale Kung Fu Master with Tito's Vodka, Triple Sec, mango, orange juice, and soda water Marco Boba with amaretto, iced coffee, whole milk, and boba pearls The Lucky Mo: SKYY Infusions Vodka, peach schnapps, piña colada mix, orange juice, soda water Shi Wasu Holiday Kitchen (Japan)Food Items: Sushi Tree: Sushi Roll with krab meat and cream cheese topped with tempura, Ikura salmon roe, and spicy mayonnaise New Year Celebration Soba: Buckwheat soba noodles in a hot dashi soup with yuzu, shrimp tempura, kamaboko fish cake, and chopped green onion Mochi Cake: Gooey rice cake made with rice flour and served with Hojicha cream, strawberry, tangerine, and sweet red beans Beverages:  Ichigo Milk Boba: Cranberry and yuzu cream drink featuring Japanese Calpico Soft Drink and popping strawberry boba pearls (Non-alcoholic) (New) Japanese Christmas Punch: Shōchū, Plum wine, cranberry, and lemon (New) Ozeki Sake Platinum: Junmai Daiginjo Brew Hub Strawberry Lager (New)  Las Posadas Holiday Kitchen (Mexico)Food Items: Giant Tostada de Barbacoa: Braised barbacoa beef on a giant tostada, chipotle black bean purée, salsa verde, queso cotija, crema Mexicana, and pickled onion (New)(Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)  Cochinita Pibil Tamal: Cochinita pibil in corn masa topped with Pipián sauce, queso cotija, and crema Mexicana (New)(Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Dulce de Leche Churros sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar Beverages: Pomegranate Margarita: Ilegal Mezcal Joven, black currant liqueur, pomegranate, and ginger juice with a hibiscus salt rim (New) Horchata Margarita: Centinela Blanco Tequila, Abasolo Corn Whisky, Agua de Horchata, and a hint of cinnamon-infused mezcal Holiday Cerveza: Cielito Lindo Artisanal Mexican Beer blended for the holiday season (New) Funnel Cake (The American Adventure)  Mini Funnel Cake topped with Peppermint Ice Cream, Chocolate Whipped Cream, and Crushed Peppermint (New)  Joffrey's Coffee & Tea CompanyHorchata Cold Brew: A holly jolly blend of Joffrey's Shakin' Jamaican Cold Brew and horchata topped with whipped cream and cinnamon (New) (Non-alcoholic) (Spirited version available featuring Bacardí Coquito Coconut Cream Liqueur)  Available at Select MarketplacesChip 'n' Dale Spork (New)  --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

Mike and Pam are here today answering your awesome Listener Questions! Today Mike and Pam lead off the show with experiences we have had being at Walt Disney World when a tropical system (or in Mike's case - Hurricane Charley) came to visit! Then, we dive into questions about strategies to get the most out of Early Magic Hours at the Magic Kingdom, getting in as one of the first guests at Trader Sams, seeing the Magic Kingdom fireworks without a theme park reservation or Park Hopper, and a great email from Scotland that is what these Walt Disney World trips are truly all about! We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

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The Scooby Gang talk about possible new updates to the Park Hopper sitch. We talk about the bad press for the She-Hulk model. Speculation on a new actor coming into Marvel as well as an old actor maybe getting another shot at their Marvel movies, and more!

Mike, Pam, and Rikki are here today to answer more of your fun Disney trip-planning questions! Today we discuss using the Park Hopper for the first time for a guest and if she should put theme park reservations on Epcot for 2 days to have a second attempt at the virtual queue for Cosmic Rewind, or keep 2 theme park reservations at Disney's Hollywood Studios. We also give some thoughts on putting together an epic 50th Birthday Girls' Weekend, talk about places for romantic vow renewals, and give the "ultimate giraffe" touring plan! This and much more on today's episode! We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Pam, Mike and Rikki are back today answering your listener questions! Today we talk about how we might handle the backwards launch of Cosmic Rewind for the media preview that we are getting ready to attend, strategies for using Genie+ with the Park Hopper option (for later in the day), "older" shows to go back to check out for newer listeners, and thoughts on the #HalfwayToHalloween announcement by Disney earlier this week! We hope you enjoy today's show!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

On this week's show, Disneyland pros, David and Ronn dive into several sizzling Disney topics. Exploring the Science and Future of the Reservation System. Maximizing profits is the goal for every business. Disney happens to already be masterful at separating people from their money - add the repeated mentions of their "yield management" strategy and "demand-based pricing" from Bob Chapek and Disney brass - and it appears clear the pricing strategy for both admissions and even attractions may be changing. But to what end? Is the current reservation system performing at an optimal level resulting in Disney maximizing profits? Almost certainly not considering its infancy and recent times. If that is the case, changes are to be expected and it's very reasonable to even expect seemingly radical changes. Could reservations and/or the Magic Key Pass be terminated? Could we see Ticket allotments? Ala carte attraction fees? Variable pricing ala airline seats? Is the 1:00 pm Park Hopper rule here to stay? What celebrities have we run into at the Parks? Where would we love to see a permanent live stream camera at Disneyland?Plus, we remember, celebrate, and honor The Love Bug, The Many Adventure of Winnie the Pooh, Splash, The Old Mill, the Multiplane Camera, The Swiss Family Treehouse, and Man in Space in this week in Disney history. All this and the big reveal of our Favorite 5 Non-Opening Day rides at Disneyland, and more!

Bill and Danie have recently come into an insane amount of money (totally legit...) and have decided to create their own Frankenstein's Monster of a theme park. For a lack of a better name, we're calling it Park Hopper Land! Obviously, with the money that we TOTALLY HAVE, licensing fees are no issues. Spared no expense, if you will.   We've gone through domestic and international Disney, Universal and SeaWorld parks, and chosen rides, attractions, experiences and more from each of them to create THE BEST THEME PARK EVER TO THEME PARK! From thrill rides, to screen based, water attractions, night time shows and parades, we came up with what WE thought we'd want most from our new park.    Do you agree with our choices. What would you replace? Let us know!   Be sure to check out our latest video, previewing SeaWorld Orlando's NEWEST roller coaster, ICE BREAKER, by Subscribing To Our YouTube Channel!   Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or anywhere you find your favorite podcasts.   Visit our brand new Park Hoppers Store for t-shirts and other merchandise, and support the show by picking up the Happily Ever After Farewell Tour Shirt now!   Follow us on all social media (including TikTok) at @ParkHoppersShow, and LIKE us on Facebook to not miss any of our live streams from inside all the parks!   Stay tuned for an announcement for when our first LIVE podcast will be!   Until next time, we'll see you around the parks!

2021 is about to come to a close, and what a crazy year it's been for theme parks. From entertainment and offerings returning, to new attractions debuting, and much more, we couldn't wait to discuss everything from the year that was.   This past week we sent out a survey which TONS of you fellow Park Hoppers voted on everything from Best New Attraction, Most Anticipated Return, Park Snacks, Holiday Celebrations, and more!   Thank you for all your support in 2021, as we enter what will be our biggest year yet in 2022! Happy New Year!   Watch the amazing Minnie's Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, Mickey & Minnie's Very Merry Memories Stage Show, and the return of Mickey's Once Upon A Christmastime Parade referenced in this episode, by Subscribing To Our YouTube Channel!   Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or anywhere you find your favorite podcasts.   Visit our brand new Park Hoppers Store for t-shirts and other merchandise, and support the show by picking up the Happily Ever After Farewell Tour Shirt now!   Follow us on all social media (including TikTok) at @ParkHoppersShow, and LIKE us on Facebook to not miss any of our live streams from inside all the parks!   Stay tuned for an announcement for when our first LIVE podcast will be!   Until next time, we'll see you around the parks!

In this episode, we are talking to Melissa Joy who owns Park Hopper Supply as well as a consulting business for shop owners called Melissa Joy Creative. Melissa shares her story of how she started her businesses as well as how to prepare your Etsy shop for the Holiday season. I also share a wedding planning update from last weekend that is sure to excite you! If you are looking for more Etsy or business support, Melissa offers online business training courses that will support you in your ongoing journey as a business owner. Find Melissa on Insta: @parkhoppersupply @melissajoycreative Our Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio

Bill and Danie discuss all the recent news regarding Halloween festivities at Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Tampa. What's happening? What's not? Walt Disney World is reducing their hours for the fall season, and we also dive into how YOU can win prizes from US! Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Sticher or anywhere you find your favorite podcasts. Visit our brand new Park Hoppers Store for t-shirts and other merchandise. Follow us on all social media (including TikTok) at @ParkHoppersShow, and LIKE us on Facebook to not miss any of our live streams from inside all the parks!  Until next time, we'll see you around the parks! 

Happy Tuesday, January 7th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be partly cloudy with a high of 73 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 9 pm. The Disneyland resort just announced Kids everywhere and Southern California residents can enter the parks for $67 per person, Per Day with 3 day, 1 Park per day Tickets. Park Hopper options are also available. Tickets are available for purchase through May 18th, 2020, Eligible guests may purchase up to 5 tickets per person, per day and prices are the same for adults and kids. This Special Ticket also includes Magic Morning. These tickets can be purchased online at Disneyland.com and So Cal residents can redeem their tickets on any 3 separate days through May 21st. For guests outside SoCal, these tickets can be purchased for kids ages 3 - 9 and up to 8 tickets per person. Tomorrow, January 8th is Anaheim Ducks Day. The event will be held in Hollywood Land in DCA from 8 am - 9 pm. With the Anaheim Ducks Cavalcade beginning at 1:30 pm.

Happy Friday, June 28th Everyone! Weather in the parks today is partly cloudy with a high of 80 degrees. Happy Birthday to the late Pat Morita. The actor who voiced the Emperor in Disney's Mulan, Mulan 2 and you know we gotta mention it, Best Known for his Role as Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid movies, was born on this day in the year 1932. In Park News, New ride alert! Inside Out's Emotional Whirlwind is now open in DCA Pixar Pals Parking Structure set to open this Sunday, June 30th. With that, 6,500 additional parking spaces will be available to guests. Exciting news for AP's & their friends! Bring a friend promotion is Back. Ap's can bring a friend to the Disneyland resort from now until August 30th and purchase a 1-day park hopper for $99. The AP holder must accompany the guest on the 1st entry into the theme park on the day of purchase. This offer is also valid for AP's who are blocked that day. They can purchase a ticket for themselves at the same price. Tickets are valid only on the day of purchase and up to 3 tickets per AP holder.

My wife and I recently took our daughters on a Disney vacation. What does this have to do with military benefits? Well, we saved a ton of money on our tickets with the Disney Armed Forces Salute discounted Park Hopper passes, and we also stayed at the Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World, one of four Armed Forces Recreation Centers around the world. Shades of Green is actually a military resort, run by the Army. IN today's podcast, we cover how to take advantage of these discounts, what it's like to stay at Shades of Green, and how to maximize your Disney vacation. You can also read more on our website - http://themilitarywallet.com/shades-of-green/