Best Waltdisneyworldresort Podcasts (2024)

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An Overview of the Universal Orlando Resort - The Universal Report Ep. 2 54:09

15h ago54:09

54:09

In this episode I give an overview of the theme parks, water park, entertainment district and resort hotels that make up the Universal Orlando Resort. I also discuss how to navaiagte the property, where it is located in proximity to other Orlando destinations and what special events Universal hosts throughout the year. Follow us on social Instagram…

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Villains Land Coming to Magic Kingdom - All the D23 News - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 133 59:37

5d ago59:37

59:37

In episode 133 of the Vacation Kingdoms podcast, we share all the Disney parks news from D23 - the ultimate Disney fan event. There's plenty of new attraction, and land, announcements for Disneyland, Walt Disney World and even Disney Cruise Line. We sharing what we know and what we don't know about the announcements. Follow Us On Social Instagram F…

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The New Lightning Lane System - Everything You Need to Know - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 132 1:03:10

14d ago1:03:10

1:03:10

In episode 132 of the Vacation Kingdoms podcast, the focus is on the newly launched Lightning Lane system at Walt Disney World. We give you an in-depth guide on purchasing and using the new Lightning Lane system, comparing it to previous systems like FastPass+ and Genie+. The episode also covers essential steps for booking, the advantages for on-si…

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Disney Cruise Line 101: Dining, Entertainment, and Ship Classes Explained - Ahoy! Ep. 3 1:05:45

18d ago1:05:45

1:05:45

In this episode, we dive deep into Disney Cruise Line, highlighting its 26-year history, fleet classes, and unique offerings. During the episode we discuss rotational dining, adult-only dining options, and the entertainment available on board. We touch on the different ships' amenities, from pool areas and sports courts to renowned kids' clubs and …

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What's New in 2024 at Walt Disney World - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 131 53:00

21d ago53:00

53:00

In this episode, I'll be sharing the attractions, shows, experiences and processes that are new in Walt Disney World. Some of these items are brand new, while others are in their infancy. So if you haven't been in a year or two, this overview is for you. Plus, I'll be sharing tips on how to experience all the newness in Walt Disney World. Follow Us…

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Tiana's Bayou Adventure: Review and Tips to Ride - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 130 37:02

1M ago37:02

37:02

Walt Disney World's newest attraction is now open. Here's what I think of Tiana's Bayou Adventure and some tips to help you ride it. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.comBy Conor Brown

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What I Love About Universal Orlando - The Universal Report Ep. 1 31:56

2M ago31:56

31:56

Here are the things I love about the Universal Orlando Resort. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.comBy Conor Brown

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Lookout Cay: Impressions From My Preview Cruise - Ahoy! Ep. 2 35:11

3M ago35:11

35:11

I just sailed on the first cruise to Disney Cruise Line's newest private destination, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. On this episode I share my first impressions of this new destination. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.comBy Conor Brown

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What I Love About Disney Cruise Line - Ahoy! Ep. 1 25:20

3M ago25:20

25:20

Here are the things I love about Disney Cruise Line. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.comBy Conor Brown

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What I Love About Disney World Right Now - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 129 26:16

3M ago26:16

26:16

Here are the things I'm loving about Walt Disney World right now. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.comBy Conor Brown

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Introducing Vacation Kingdoms 5:39

3M ago5:39

5:39

Out with WDW Opinion. In with Vacation Kingdoms. I'm very excited for this new endeavor. If you've been listening since WDW Opinion, thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support and patience. Follow us on social Instagram Facebook Twitter Reach out to me and say whatsup - conor@vacationkingdoms.com…

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The Future of the Theme Park Landscape - WDW Opinion Ep. 128 45:11

1+ y ago45:11

45:11

5 Lands That Need Major Updates in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 128 There’s been a lot of news in the theme park world lately and I thought I would share my thoughts on all of it. Let's get into it. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinionee…

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5 Lands That Need Major Updates in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 127 40:21

2y ago40:21

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5 Lands That Need Major Updates in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 127 During D23 there was some discussion around lands being revamped or replaced in Walt Disney World. In this episode I share 5 Walt Disney Worldlands I think are in need of major updates. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/12…

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Every D23 Expo Announcement You Need to Know - WDW Opinion Ep. 126 1:11:46

2y ago1:11:46

1:11:46

There were plenty of Disney Parks announcements and updates during the D23 Expo. But what are the most important ones? I'll share my thoughts on that and why I think Disney is in a tough spot when it comes to announcements. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/126 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https…

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I've Moved to Orlando 20:44

2+ y ago20:44

20:44

Big life update for Conor on this very special episode of WDW Opinion. Learn More About WDW Opinion Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers…

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The Voice of the PeopleMover and Living With the Land - Mike Brassell - WDW Opinion Ep. 125 52:22

2+ y ago52:22

52:22

Mike Brassell has worked in production at the Walt Disney Animation Studio, is the narrator of the PeopleMover and Living With the Land and is even the composer of the on ride soundtrack for Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom. On this episode Mike shares stories from his awesome Disney journey and he discusses the life lessons he has learned as he…

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Disney Very Merriest After Hours Event 2021 - WDW Opinion Ep. 124 49:44

2+ y ago49:44

49:44

I was able to attend the Disney Very Merriest After Hours Event at Magic Kingdom. On this episode I break down this unique 2021 event and give my review on the entertainment during the party as well as the overall value of it. Plus, I share my top tips to get the most out of this hard ticketed event. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes…

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The Creator of Trader Sam's - Interview With Former Imagineer Trader Brandon - Part 2 - WDW Opinion Ep. 123 51:13

3y ago51:13

51:13

Trader Brandon is a former Imagineer who worked on such projects as Trader Sam's, Pandora: The World of Avatar, the Hat Box Ghost and many more attractions. He is also a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper and even spent time creating attractions for Universal Creative. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview with him. Learn More About This Episod…

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The Creator of Trader Sam's - Interview With Former Imagineer Trader Brandon - Part 1 - WDW Opinion Ep. 122 55:07

3y ago55:07

55:07

Trader Brandon is a former Imagineer who worked on such projects as Trader Sam's, Pandora: The World of Avatar, the Hat Box Ghost and many more attractions. He is also a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper and even spent time creating attractions for Universal Creative. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview with him. Learn More About This Episod…

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The Most Insane 50th Anniversary Food Items - News to Opinion 10.28.21 46:05

3y ago46:05

46:05

On this week's News to Opinion, I share all the details on Epcot's International Festival of the Arts and why I think it is the best yearly Epcot festival. I also share the best, and worst, food items Disney has come up with to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://w…

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My Experience On The First Day of Genie+ - WDW Opinion Ep. 121 1:13:40

3y ago1:13:40

1:13:40

The newest tool for your Walt Disney World vacation, Disney Genie, is now live. I tested out the paid Genie+ service on the first day it was released and I am sharing my experience on this episode. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/121 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpi…

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Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Review - WDW Opinion Ep. 120 1:03:23

3y ago1:03:23

1:03:23

Epcot's newest attraction, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, has been open to the general public for a few weeks now. On this episode I share my review of the attraction, what I like and don't like about it and I explain why this attraction is so important to the current state and the future of Epcot. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Pa…

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The Attractions Included In Disney Genie+ and Sample A La Carte Pricing - News to Opinion 10.14.21 1:12:37

3y ago1:12:37

1:12:37

On this week's News to Opinion, the attractions being offered with Disney Genie+ have been announced. I break down which of the theme parks look like a great deal and which are missing the mark with their offerings. Plus, I also talk about the sample pricing given out for the attractions participating in the Lightning lane a la carte tier. And I sh…

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How 27,000 Acres of Florida Swampland Became Walt Disney World - Interview with “Buying Disney World’s” Author, Aaron Goldberg - WDW Opinion Ep. 119 1:03:39

3y ago1:03:39

1:03:39

In the late 1960s, the Disney corporation was able to purchase over 27,000 acres of Central Florida Swampland to build their "Florida Project". In "Buying Disney's World", Aaron Goldberg chronicles how the company was able to pull this off. This is a story complete with fake companies, CIA operatives, backroom deals and more twist than you can keep…

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Character Meet and Greets Return to Walt Disney World - News to Opinion 10.7.21 45:29

3y ago45:29

45:29

On this week's News to Opinion we talk about how Character Meet and Greets are returning to the Walt Disney World parks. I also discuss the other entertainment offerings that are coming back to the parks and how that will impact your upcoming vacations. Plus, I share my breakdown and expectations on what the MagicBand+ will offer. And we getting an…

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Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary Recap - My Day at Magic Kingdom - WDW Opinion Ep. 118 59:32

3y ago59:32

59:32

I was lucky enough to be in the Magic Kingdom on October 1 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. I spent 13 hours in the park (!!!) and I had an absolute blast. On this episode I share a recap of my day and express how happy I was that I got to be there. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwop…

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Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Ending - News to Opinion 9.23.21 50:19

3y ago50:19

50:19

On this week's News to Opinion we talk about how Boarding Groups will be going away for Rise of the Resistance at Hollywood Studios. I share how this will impact your trip planning going forward; how I find it interesting that Boarding Groups are still in place at other attractions; and why Disney selected this moment in time to get rid of Boarding…

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What to Pack for a Walt Disney World Vacation - WDW Opinion Ep. 117 1:07:56

3y ago1:07:56

1:07:56

On this episode we are talking about what to pack for your Walt Disney World vacation. We discuss things to consider like what time of year you are going and what activities you plan on doing. Plus, we share some of our recent favorite products that have been game changers when it comes to helping us in the parks and on our trips. Learn More About …

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Disney World Annual Pass Break Down, Steakhouse 71 and Space 220 Menus Revealed - News to Opinion 9.16.21 1:06:31

3y ago1:06:31

1:06:31

We have a brand new offering from WDW Opinion. News to Opinion will be a weekly show covering all the important news stories from Walt Disney World. News stories for the week of September 16 2021 include a breakdown of the new Annual Pass offerings for Walt Disney World as well as the menus being revealed form the Steakhouse 71 and Space 220 Restau…

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Interview With Kingdom Keepers Author Ridley Pearson - WDW Opinion Ep. 116 1:06:12

3y ago1:06:12

1:06:12

On this episode I share my interview with New York Times Bestselling Author of The Kingdom Keepers and Peter and the Starcatchers, Ridley Pearson. During the interview you will discover how Ridley was able to transition from gritty suspense novels into more family and young children stories; what it was like being a co-author with Dave Barry; how h…

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10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Resort Hotels You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 115 47:38

3y ago47:38

47:38

In this episode I share some fun facts about the Walt Disney World Resort Hotels you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/115 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://w…

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10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Animal Kingdom You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 114 49:54

3y ago49:54

49:54

In this episode I share some fun facts about Disney's Animal Kingdom you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/114 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.…

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10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Epcot You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 113 45:17

3y ago45:17

45:17

In this episode I share some Epcot fun facts you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/113 Check out the books I used as resources for this episode. The Hidden Magic …

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Goodbye FastPass. Hello Disney Genie+ Special WDW Opinion Breaking News 59:04

3y ago59:04

59:04

Say goodbye to FastPass+ and hello to Disney Genie, Disney Genie+ and Lightning Lane. I break down all the breaking Walt Disney World news and share my thoughts and opinions on all of it. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/specialgenieepisode Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/…

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News to Opinion and My Review of Luca - WDW Opinion Ep. 112 46:53

3y ago46:53

46:53

Ciao! On this episode we’ve got some News to Opinion and I will also be giving a review of the new Pixar film, Luca. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/112 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.co…

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Maskless In Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 111 36:45

3y ago36:45

36:45

On this episode of the show I’m talking about my recent trip to Walt Disney World and the future of the WDW Opinion podcast. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/111 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://tw…

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10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Magic Kingdom You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 110 46:24

3+ y ago46:24

46:24

In this episode I share some Magic Kingdom fun facts you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/110 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion I…

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10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Hollywood Studios You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 109 41:04

3+ y ago41:04

41:04

In this episode I share some Hollywood Studios fun facts you’ve probably never heard of about. And let me tell you there sure are fun. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/109 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: …

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Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House Trip Report - Staying In This Empty Resort - WDW Opinion Ep. 108 1:18:43

3+ y ago1:18:43

1:18:43

We took a trip almost three months ago and we’re just getting around to talking about it now! Better late than never, but on this episode we talk about our stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House and all the elements of our vacation during this trip report. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopini…

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Every New Movie and Series Coming to Disney+. Disney Investor Day Recap - WDW Opinion Ep. 107 1:55:40

3+ y ago1:55:40

1:55:40

Disney’s investor day gave us a lot of news about the movies and shows the company will be releasing in the coming years. From Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, Disney Animation and much more, there is plenty to be excited about when it comes to theatrical and Disney+ releases. We discuss all the big announcements in today’s episode. Learn More About This …

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What New Year’s 2021 Was Like in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 106 1:37:46

3+ y ago1:37:46

1:37:46

2020 brought us a lot of unusual things to say the least. Most of the events were bad, that’s fair to say but some interesting opportunities did arise out of the madness of the previous year. One interesting opportunity was getting to experience lower crowds during typically busy times of the year. New Years Eve and Day are always probably the two …

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21 Disney Things We Are Looking Forward To In 2021 - WDW Opinion Ep. 105 1:12:32

3+ y ago1:12:32

1:12:32

Boy was 2020 something else. Let’s make this year way better. And a great place to start making it better is by getting more Disney in our lives. On the show today I’ll be sharing 21 Disney things to look forward to in 2021. It’s an ambitious list that includes not just Walt Disney World things to look forward to but also plenty of things coming to…

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Disney News to Opinion - The Polynesian Renovation, Holidays at Disney World, New Rise of the Resistance Process and More - WDW Opinion Ep. 104 1:01:38

4y ago1:01:38

1:01:38

In this episode I talk about some important recent Walt Disney World news stories and then share my opinions on what they mean for the future of the resort. We talk about the Polynesian getting a renovation, Holidays at Walt Disney World, Disney increasing their park capacity, new Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group procedures, the new entrance s…

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Best Ways to Beat the Post Disney Trip Blues - WDW Opinion Ep. 103 55:01

4y ago55:01

55:01

In this episode I share various ways and tools that can help you beat the post Disney blues. From Disney+, YouTube, podcasts, books, cooking and planning your next trip, there are things you can do to beat the post Disney trip blues. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.By Conor Brown

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Staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort - Overview and Trip Report - WDW Opinion Ep. 102 1:10:44

4y ago1:10:44

1:10:44

In this episode our friend Kyle Loomis recently stayed at the Caribbean Beach Resort during a Walt Disney World vacation. He shares what it is like to stay at this Moderate Resort and we give an overview of all the amenities the resort has to offer. Plus, he also talks about his day in Hollywood Studios and his experience on Rise of the Resistance.…

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Three Top Tier Attractions in Less Than Two Hours - A Walk Around The Animal Kingdom - WDW Opinion Ep. 101 32:52

4y ago32:52

32:52

In this episode I take you for a walk around the Animal Kingdom. I’ll take you on some attractions, share some of my favorite details in the park and I will discuss how my love of this park has evolved over the years. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.By Conor Brown

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Our 5 Favorite Things About Walt Disney World & Opinioneer Voice Messages - WDW Opinion Ep. 100 1:34:53

4y ago1:34:53

1:34:53

We did it! We have arrived at episode 100 and we’ve put together a special show to celebrate it. Co-host Hank and I share our five favorite things about Walt Disney World and then we hear some voice messages left by some awesome Opinioneers. All that and more on episode 100! Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.…

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September 2020 Trip Report Day 6 Recap - Homecomin Brunch Winter Garden and Dinner at Epcot 34:51

4y ago34:51

34:51

All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap the final day of our trip. Homecomin’ at Disney Springs is one of our favorite restaurants in Walt Disney World. But we have never been there for brunch before! We talk about the food there including some insane doughnuts. Then we …

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September Trip Report Day 5 Recap - Animal Kingdom and Dinner at Our New Favorite Disney World Restaurant 32:34

4y ago32:34

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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 5 of our trip. This day was complete with a trip to the Animal Kingdom, rides on Kilimanjaro Safaris, food at Nomad Lounge and an exceptional dinner at Il Mulino in the Walt Disney World Swan hotel.…

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September 2020 Trip Report Day 4 Recap - Rise of the Resistance Redemption At Hollywood Studios 28:05

4y ago28:05

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All this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 4 of our trip. We headed back to Hollywood Studios to try to get a Boarding Group for Rise of the Resistance one more time. And we were successful! Plus, we went on Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, watched the new Disney So…

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