One thing Walt Disney ALWAYS wanted in his theme parks was a train. From his earliest days in Marceline, Missouri, to taking the train from NYC to Los Angeles after Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was taken from him, Walt always had a fascination with railroads. This week I’ll take a closer look at that fascination with the Word of the Week – Railroad.
From the train that brought the Disney family to Marceline, MO to the WDW Railroad, take a trip with me as I explore the history of railroads in the life and times of Walter Elias Disney.
When Walt Disney World opened on October 1, 1971, things were very different than they are today. The Most Magical Place On Earth opened with 1 theme park and 3 resorts, a far cry from what makes up WDW today. We’ll talk about how far WDW’s come in Episode 71: Walt Disney World Then & Now.
October 1, 1971: WDW opens with 1 theme park and 3 resorts. May, 2017: WDW consists of 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, and more than 25 resorts. Let’s talk about it!
Walt Disney World is the most popular family vacation destination in the world. From world class theme parks to amazing resorts and incredible shopping and dining experiences, there is truly something for everyone. But what do you do when you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of The Most Magical Place On Earth? You look for a quiet little spot, of course! That’s what I’m focusing on on this week’s Word of the Week – Quiet.
Walt Disney World can be LOUD. It’s always busy, always energetic, & always exciting. But where do you go to get peace & quiet in the parks & resorts? Listen to this show!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom needed something new. The park hadn’t gotten new, big-time attractions since the debut of Expedition Everest and that now goes back more than a decade. So when Pandora: The World of Avatar was announced and called the biggest expansion in the history of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, people were skeptical but excited. This week, my friend Johnny Shortsleeve and I take a look at the new land on Episode 70: Live Review of Pandora: The World of Avatar.
Stunning. Beautiful. Unexpected. Thrilling. These are a few of the words you’ll hear me say on this week’s show. Listen in and hear our actual reactions to Pandora: The World of Avatar!
Over the last several years, Walt Disney World has significantly upped their food game. From signature dining locations to fun, interactive restaurants and over the top menus, WDW certainly doesn’t offer only “amusement park food.” This week I wanted to take a closer look at something Walt Disney World has never really gotten right until recently. Take a listen to this week’s Word of the Week – Pizza.
One food that WDW could never quite get right was pizza. But these days both the parks and resorts have some excellent options to choose from. I’ll give you all of my faves in this week’s episode!
Walt Disney World is often referred to as the number one family vacation destination in the world. From infants to retirees and everyone in between, there is something for everyone on Walt Disney World property. But you don’t need a large party or family to have a blast on a WDW vacation. This week, I wanted to take a look at my Top 7 Tips for a Solo Trip to WDW.
A solo trip to Walt Disney World might seem overwhelming or maybe even a little bit lonely. But take it from someone who has taken several of these jaunts, it’s anything but! If I can’t convince you to take a solo trip to WDW with these 7 tips, I’ll buy you a Dole Whip! (Free Dole Whips are not guaranteed!)
Walt Disney Imagineering has come up with some pretty remarkable inventions over the last six decades. Disney Imagineers created the first ever tubular steel roller coaster and the first ever audio-animatronic animals and human figures. But one invention that sometimes goes unnoticed and under appreciated is the creation of the omnimover ride system that changed the theme park industry in the late 1960s. I’ll tell you all about it on this week’s Word of the Week – Omnimover.
Quickly, name the Disney omnimover attractions off the top of your head! How many did you come up with? This week I talk all about Disney’s iconic omnimover ride system, where it came from, and more!
Walt Disney World’s counter service locations aren’t all hamburgers and hot dogs these days! A guest’s dining options are pretty unlimited at locations in the theme parks, Disney Springs, and the resorts. On this week’s episode, we take a look at our favorite dining locations in Episode 68: Favorite WDW Counter Service Restaurants.
Burgers? Chicken Nuggets? Sure, you can still get them in WDW. But these days your dining options at counter service restaurants are pretty much unlimited! From Steak & Shrimp to Sushi & More, here are our Favorite Counter Service Restaurants!
Arguably one of the best attractions Walt Disney World has ever had was 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. It was a massive submarine attraction that placed guests in the middle of the action and under the sea years before The Little Mermaid ever would. The attraction’s ride vehicle may have even been more popular than the attraction itself. This week we’ll take the submarine for one more spin in Word of the Week – Nautilus.
One thing I promise at the start of the Word of the Week shows is history. This week, let’s take one more ride on the Nautilus through the beloved 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea attraction.
In another episode of the Resort Roundup Series, this week we take a look at exactly why you should stay at two Deluxe Walt Disney World Resorts, Disney’s Yacht and Beach Clubs. From the best pool on property to amazing dining and much more, Episode 67: Resort Roundup – Yacht & Beach Club will make you want to book your WDW stay tomorrow!
Want to walk to Epcot? How about Hollywood Studios? Need immediate access to Disney’s Boardwalk? Then staying at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Clubs might be perfect for you!