Welcome to A Spoonful of Podcast! Join the guys as they discuss all things Disney! (WARNING: Whimsical Happenings May Occur) Be sure to check out the website at aspooonfulofpodcast.com for ways to follow us on social media, latest episodes, show notes, and more!
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Episode 202 -Spoonie Listener Panel
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Join us for our 2nd Spoonie Panelist Discussion!!!!!!!!!!!! We invited a few guests to join us and discuss a few topics that will interest all Disney fans: What do you think about the Crazy things that guests do at the parks Will WDW get threatened by Epic? Looking forward 5 years, will Disney still be a value? The Featured Panelists: Heather Arceo…
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Episode 201 - Cathie's Magical Memories with Lindsay Dollinger
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Evan and Bryan are joined by Lindsay Dollinger who visits us to discuss her love of Disney, but more importantly to help spread the word about a wonderful non-profit that she is co-founder of. Cathie's Magical Memories is a non-profit that brings kids who have lost a parent to Walt Disney World with their surviving family to create new memories wit…
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Episode 200 - Its a Celebration !!!!!!!
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Join us for the 200th Episode Celebration !!!!!!!!!!!! We invited a number of past guests to join us and rank their WDW Parks and Also the different lands in Magic Kingdom Please listen in, its a bit long but we have some great conversations ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any o…
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Episode 199 - Disney Menus - Things We Want Kept or Added
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Evan and Bryan discuss the current WDW menus and look at 2 perspectives: What Menus should not be touched ( Keep them as is) What needs to be brought back to menus that is missing ! Join them as they do a deep dive into the world of menus !! ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any o…
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Episode 198 - Intro to Lorcana with John Barletta
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Evan and Bryan are joined by John Barletta who provides them an introduction to the very popular Disney immersive card game Lorcana. His insights are a tremendous way to get acclimated to the game. We also discuss the challenges and even open up a pack live. This is a very interesting episode and will definitely peak your interest. Please feel free…
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Episode 197 - Disney Announces New Lightning Lane Plan !!!
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Evan and Bryan quickly react to the news just released by Disney as they have revamped the attraction selection service. getting rid of Genie + but replacing it with Lightning Lane Multi Pass. While the names might still be confusing, these new changes might help make your trip even better. Listen in as Evan and Bryan give you their fresh perspecti…
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Episode 196 - Why Can't We Have Nice Things ?
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Evan and Bryan are joined by Taylor (#TeamTaylor) to discuss the many perks and experiences that are no longer around based on how we as visitors and customers caused Disney to remove them, "Why can't we have Nice things" Its our way of remembering and paying tribute to some of the great things that are no longer around, This is a pretty amusing ep…
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Episode 195 - Visiting the Poly with Donna Stevens
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Evan and Bryan are joined by one of the key members of Spoonie Nation Donna Stevens as she helps them discuss all the aspects of Disney's Polynesian Resort. This is a special resort, one of the original and also one of the most popular. Its getting a big change and they dive into a discussion of the new DVC tower. Tune in to catch up on the restaur…
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Evan and Bryan catch everyone up with Disney News, they review a bunch of news items from both WDW and DL . There are alot of new things going on and they try to give their opinion of each news item, Tune in to catch up on all the news , hopefully this will give you some insight on all the constant changes at the parks to make things more magical f…
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Evan and Bryan continue their tour of WDW , this time they explore Disney Springs . The uniqueness of this area that is more than just shopping. It has become a place that we really respect. They discuss the different areas of Disney Springs, their favorite places to shop, their favorite restaurants and alot of things that you may not know exist. -…
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Episode 192 - Run Disney 101 with Rachele and Megan
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Bryan and Evan are joined by Rachel and Megan as they help provide some insight on the RUn Dosney experience. How do you sign up?, what should you expect and a bunch a pointers and tips. They recently finished a race and will give us all the details. Follow Megan at DIsHealthybeauty ------------------------------------------------------ If you want…
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Episode 191 - Visiting Animal Kingdom 101
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Evan and Bryan continue their tour of the WDW parks, this time they explore Disney's Animal Kingdom - Spending time to look at the evolution of the park and its goal to provide a unique experience with live animals integrated with shows and attractions. They discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping, drinks and all the nuances of this amazing…
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Episode 190 - Visiting Hollywood Studios 101
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Evan and Bryan are continue their tour of the WDW parks, this time they explore Disney's Hollywood Studio - Spending time to look at the changes in the park and its goal to provide an identity that has changed through the years. They discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping,drinks and all the nuances of this very misunderstood and exciting p…
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Evan and Bryan are joined by one of their favorite Spoonies - Donna Gleaton and they all discuss their favorite park - EPCOT THe discuss rides, planning, food, snacks, shopping,drinks and all the nuances of this very amazing and interesting park. There is nothing like EPCOT and they will give you some pointers on what to do when you visit. --------…
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Sometimes we need a refresher when we visit the parks, but other times we want to make sure folks know what to do when they visit, especially first timers. In this episode, Evan and Bryan provide a great review of visiting Magic Kingdom, what to expect and provide some tips to make your visit successful. Listen in to get some good tips and definite…
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Episode 187 -Our Genie Plus Guide for 2024
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Have you been wondering how to plan for and use Genie Plus? Evan and Bryan update their Genie + users guide and provide some valuable tips and hints. Is Genie + a necessity ? Is it worth the money? Is it needed in every park? When is the best time to use ? Listen in to get the answers from 2 folks who have used it successfully. --------------------…
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Episode 186 - Evan's Recent trip to Coronado Resort
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Evan discusses his recent family trip to Coronado Springs and he and Bryan discuss the highlights and even end up talking about some DVC news. Listen in to here the events around his trip including food and some Disney "first times" when height restrictions are not a factor anymore. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want…
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Join Evan and Bryan as they look through some Disney News for April of 2024!! Including : Some New Rides and attractions, some new food and a revamped resort. ------------------------------------------------------ If you want to join us and discuss your trip or any of the topics we chat about, provide a trip report or even just ask questions, pleas…
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Episode 184 - "Goin Back to DL Cali" - Kristy Returns
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Kristy Collins returns to provide some updates on Disneyland to Evan and Bryan. She actually visited the parks 6 times this past month and had a variety of experiences that help provide a different perspective of some of the offering at the Disneyland Resort. We always enjoy when Kristy visits the podcast. Join us in this great episode about the or…
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In a very special episode, Evan and Bryan are joined by Shane Perry, a member of Spoonie Nation who reached out and wanted to come on the podcast. Listen in to hear him provide the highlights of his recent trip, along with some other tidbits about his favorite Disney items. It was great to have him join and he does a wonderful job bantering with th…
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Episode 182 - Waiting in Lines at WDW
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Nobody likes to wait in a line, we all have to agree the queues at any Disney park can be very long. Evan and Bryan look into the different rides and which have lines that are worth waiting for. They also talk about their personal limits to waiting. This is a very fun episode as they look into the different scenarios of waiting and what they entail…
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Episode 181 - Mitigating Risk on your Disney Vacation
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A Project Manager's Guide to Disney !!! In a very unique take on your trip planning, Evan and Bryan look at the different Risks that you could encounter on a trip. How do you prepare, what should you try to anticipate to ensure you have your best experience. We all know that we can't fix everything, but you can certainly mitigate the risk factors a…
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Episode 180 - Helping to Choose a New IP for Disney
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In a light-hearted episode Evan and Bryan look into the options for some new IPs for Disney. Check out some of their wacky ideas that come from a wide variety of angles. Some make sense, some do not ,but all of them will make you think about them in some way.. Will they work? Why or Why not? Let us know how you feel! Join us for a pretty amusing ep…
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Episode 179 -Why The Hall of Presidents is So Great!!
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Evan and Bryan celebrate President's Day with a look at one of their favorite attractions - The Hall of Presidents !! The look at the history, some unique facts, some fun information and alot more than you realized. Check out our new take on the Hall of Presidents! Maybe you need to go? ------------------------------------------------------ If you …
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Episode 178 - Bryan and Taylor's Riviera Trip Report
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Bryan shares his recent trip report with Evan, and is joined by Taylor Galloway for a review of their recent trip to WDW. Evan narrates them through a review of : Their Resort The Restaurants and Rides The Festival of the Arts and the Wild Africa Trek Please listen in for the full review - Note: this episode is a bit long but has alot of great info…
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It is always interesting to hear from a person going to WDW for the first time. In this episode Evan and Bryan are joined by Joel Phillips who recently went to WDW for the very first time without many expectations. Listen in to hear his perspective, he did not do any research and had no idea what he was going to experience. How was your first visit…
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Episode 176 - Is Epic Universe going to Impact WDW?s
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There was a recent announcement that peaked our interest and we wanted to discuss this with our fans. Join us as Evan and Bryan discuss the recent Epic Universe announcement and our feeling as to how it may impact WDW Let us know your thoughts, we want to hear, and we'd love to have folks join us to discuss anything on this topic. -----------------…
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Episode 175 - Collecting Everything Disney
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What do you collect? DIsney fans are unique, they collect so many Disney items it is very difficult to list everything that people collect. It adds to the flavor of being a Disney fan and also brings folks together when they have a common collecting expoerience. Listen in as Evan and Bryan look at the different Disney collectables - who does it, wh…
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Episode 174 - EPCOT's Festival of the Arts
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Happy New year!! As we move into 2024 Evan and Bryan look into some of the New Years resolutions that Disney may look into to help spruce up sime things for 2024. Some are easy, a few may be difficult but they are great speaking points. WHat is y9our favorite EPCOT festival? - Evan and Bryan look at the upcoming Festival of the Arts ( FARTS?) looki…
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Episode 173 - Bussin’ out in the High Seas with Abe and Heather Arceo
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Evan and Bryan are joined by their friends and previous guests Heather and Abe Arceo. They chat with us after going on their very first cruise and also pairing it with a trip to the parks during the busy season. They discuss the food, the rough weather and let us know if they like or don't like cruises. Tune in to see how their experience was. Do y…
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Episode 172 - Disney’s New Years Resolutions
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Happy New year!! As we move into 2024 Evan and Bryan look into some of the New Years resolutions that Disney may look into to help spruce up sime things for 2024. Some are easy, a few may be difficult but they are great speaking points. What are your New Years resolutions? What should Disney do in your opinion? -------------------------------------…
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Do you ever get the Rainy Day Blues? Hopefully not at WDW because there are a lot of things to do . Join Evan and Bryan as they discuss some ways that you can still have a memorable experience at WDW. during the frequent downpours. What are some rainy day hints that you want to share? - please let us know, we want to hear them!!! ------------------…
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Evan and Bryan discuss some topics that many people are unaware of. The explore a series of "Did you know's..." Listen in and maybe you will learn something very unique that can add to your experience on your next trip. They may not be secrets but they are some very cool tid bits. What are some items that you want to share? - Do you know any secret…
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Episode 169 - Planning Your Disney Trip ?- Some Changes to Consider
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How do you plan your Disney trip? Are their any changes to the way you need to plan? What should you consider? Do you use a spreadsheet? Evan and Bryan use some of their experience to help provide some insight into the changes you need to be aware of when you do your planning. They provide some interesting recommendations. Do you agree with their s…
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Episode168 - Our Annual Holiday Episode for 2023
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Who does the Holidays better than the Disney Parks? Evan and Bryan chat about one of their favorite topics experiencing the holidays at WDW !! They look at some new offerings and also talk about some of the MUST DOs during the Holidays! Do you agree with their suggestions ? How do you celebrate? please let us know !! -------------------------------…
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Do you ever get asked what are the top 5 or 6 rides to make sure a person does not miss on a visit to WDW? What are the top 5 rides to make sure they experience? Evan and Bryan look at the current rides available at WDW and provide both their Top 5 based on popular opinion and also their personal favorites. Do you agree with our choices? Did we mis…
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Episode 166 - Our Top 5 Dining Options Updated
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Everyone loves a good meal !! We certainly do ! Evan and Bryan do a revision on their top 5 Dinners and Breakfasts at WDW !! Everyone loves their food and WDW has some great restaurants to choose from. Which are your favorites? Do you agree with our choices? Did we miss any? please let us know !! ----------------------------------------------------…
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Episode 165 - Our Review of Loki Season 2
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Loki Season 2!!! Evan and Bryan provide a full review of Loki Season 2 - Was it as good as season 1? The series just finished, but they could not wait to do a recap. They review the actors, the concept and storyline, plus they look at their issues with the series (if any) Did you like it or hate it? please let us know !! ---------------------------…
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Episode 164 -Celebration Florida - Myths or Realities? w/ Emilie Soriano
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Evan and Bryan are joined by returning guest Emilie Soriano. The discussion will revolve around the famous town of Celebration, Floria- Disney's model society - We have heard alot of rumors- are they true or false? Emilie joins us to add some needed clarity. Please let us know your thoughts on this episode and others -------------------------------…
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The Magic is Everywhere!! Evan and Bryan take a look at their own unique Disney experiences and rank their top 5 Magical moments - there are some great situations to discuss, definitely some tear jerking experiences, they could even be used for a Disney infomercial. What are your Magical Moments? We want to hear them, please let us know !! --------…
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Episode 162 - The State of the Union - Hollywood Studios
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There are alot of changes going on at WDW, especially pricing and expectations. Evan and Bryan review the current state of the union for WDW and look deep into Hollywood Studios - Are we getting value? This is a very deep discussion but hopefully it gets you to think about the reasons for proce increase and the value you expect for your hard earned…
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Episode 161 - Top 5 WDW Works of Art and talking FUN with Mike Brennan
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Evan and Bryan welcome renown creative consultant , artist and author Mike Brennan to discuss the best works of art at WDW and also his new book "Make Fun a Habit" The three of them have some great conversations about Walt Disney and just trying to add Fun into your life. Mike can be reached at his website Daily Creative Habit : Here is his book Ma…
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Episode 160 - Discussion on Ahsoka with Derek Frank
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Evan and Bryan welcome back their Star Wars expert Derek Frank, as they discuss the recent Ahsoka series on Disney+. The three of them discuss the characters, things they liked and didn't like and even attempt to rank the Star Wars series. Great conversation, and stuff a Star Wars geek would love !!! Derek can be reached at Thederekfrank@gmail.com …
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Evan and Bryan are joined by one of their original guests the dynamic " Big Dave" Maguire as he joins us to discuss his recent Disney cruise to ALASKA!! Dave has some great insights and storytelling of his family's cruise to the wilderness of Alaska. He joins us in his electric boogaloo return to the podcast and as always its a great time!! Dave ca…
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Episode 158 - Talking VIP Tours with Jason Clough and Hala Sabry
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In a different twist Evan and Bryan are joined by two Spoonies Jason Clough and Dr. Hala Sabry who were listeners who asked to come join us. This turned out to be a really fun episode as we found 2 people who love Disney and really understand the magic. This week they join us to talk VIP tours and introduce us to their VIP group. Please let us know…
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Episode 157 - Disney Wish cruise report with Joyce !!!
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Evan and Bryan are joined by their good friend Joyce Karolewicz as she provides us a trip report from her very first Disney cruise. Joyce and her family recently did a 3 day cruise on the WISH and she will give us a great run down of the food, the shows and the activities on the boat. Please let us know your thoughts on cruising and the ships you l…
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Episode 156 - Talking Disney with Emilie Soriano
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Evan and Bryan are joined by special guest Emilie Soriano. Emilie joins us to talk about her family experiences with Disney as she was growing up. She has some terrific stories to tell from a unique perspective. Then they all talk a little about some of the recent updates provided during D23. Tune in to hear Emilie's great insight. Please let us kn…
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Episode 155 - Disneyland Trip Report with Kristy Collins
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West Coast gets some love!! Evan and Bryan are joined from California by special guest, Kristy Collins as they review her recent visits to Disneyland and California Adventure. We discuss rides, food, and many other topics from the West Coast including Avengers Campus. Tune in for Kristy's great stories about her magical trip! Please let us know you…
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Episode 154 - Top 5 WDW Restaurant Experiences with guest Taylor
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Evan and Bryan are joined by Taylor Galloway as they review their top list of restaurant experiences - ambiance, theme and everything besides food. But we all know food is important too!!! Which ones make the cut? You may be surprised! We also get to have Taylor Galloway join us again - "Team Taylor " Please let us know your thoughts, restaurants d…
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Episode 153 - Top 5 options for a 5th Gate at WDW
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Evan and Bryan discuss the recent speculation of a 5th gate, is the Epic park going to create more demand for a new park? They discuss their top options for a new park with pros and cons for each. The options may be very interesting to our WDW fans Please let us know your thoughts , what is your choice for a new 5th gate? --------------------------…
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