Vacationeers Theme Parks & More

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort’s latest Halloween Horror Nights 2024 announcements, including the show named Nightmare Fuel - Nocturnal Circus and two scare zones, Swamp of the Undead and Torture Faire. They also discuss Tom’s recent trip to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on the free shuttle from Orlando where Tom enjoyed the new Bourbon & BBQ event and got to ride...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort’s third intellectual property announcement, Insidious: The Further, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. They also discuss HHN multi day tickets becoming available, first news of Universal’s Epic Universe tickets, Tom’s opinion of Universal’s newest parade, Mega Movie Parade, Blue Man Group returning to Orlando and finally Tom’s and J...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort’s second intellectual property announcement, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. They also discuss Disney’s Rock ‘N Roller Coaster reopening, the newly announced Disney Lightning Lane Plus, waffle and hush puppy gate, Tom’s visit to SeaWorld Orlando to use his monthly benefits before the end of the month...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resort’s first intellectual property announcement, A Quiet Place, for Halloween Horror Nights 2024, Busch Gardens Tampa Summer Nights media event, plus Universal Orlando and Disney World news. Tom starts answering a listener's question. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/...

In this episode, Tom and Kris from Adventures by D discuss Universal Orlando Resort’s announcement of the six original houses for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. Tom also talks about his recent visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg to ride the new and improved Loch Ness Monster roller coaster and finally Kris talks about her experience staying at the new Heartsong Hotel at Dollywood along with the ben...

In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss Joanna’s April 2024 5-day western Caribbean Carnival Valor cruise and then Tom talks about his experience participating at the Inaugural SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas 5K run. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Universal Orlando Resorts press release about the coming Universal Mega Movie Parade, Hogwarts Always projection show, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular nighttime lagoon show, Dreamswork Land opening date and the Summer Tribute Store. Then Tom reviews his visits to Wild Florida and Discovery Cove. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonsel...

In this episode, Tom and Dave from Adventures by D discuss Tom’s Magic Kingdom After Hours Party experience and Dave discusses his experience with Deluxe Resort Extended Evening Theme Park Hours, and much more. Adventures by D website: https://adventuresbyd.com/ Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vaca...

In this episode, Tom and Jon start off discussing Disney’s announcement of four new offerings coming to Disney World this summer. Jon also talks about Universal’s Epic Universe announcement. Then Tom discusses his October 2023 trip to New York including visiting the Statue of Liberty, the Museum of Ice Cream, Summit One Vanderbilt, Central Park, a Broadway Show, a concert at the Theater of MSG and...

In this episode, Tom welcomes back Kris and Dave from Adventures By D to talk about Six Flags Over Georgia, Wild Adventures, as well as thoughts of the first HHN speculation map. Then Tom finally reviews Vacationeers Podcast, Vacationeers Theme Parks & More podcast, and his park/attraction 2023 statistics. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ Adventures by D website: https://adventuresbyd...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Festival, Mel’s Drive Inn reopening at Universal Studios Florida, Fast and Furious closing rumor, Dreamworks Land update, Fatburger and gingerbread old fashioned at Sixty Vines. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podc...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom going to the NFL Pro Bowl, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail - Love’s Revenge, Busch Gardens Tampa & Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Events as well as Disney’s opening season announcement of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney World. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.c...

In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss their January 18 - January 22, 2024 4-day western Caribbean Carnival Valor cruise and Joanna’s nightmare return flight home. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom Twitter: https://twitter.com/va...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom’s St. Augustine trip around Christmas, Disney Springs Restaurant reviews for the newest two restaurants, Eet and Summer House on the Lake, Disney mini golf and a preview of Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amaz...

In this episode, Tom welcomes back Kris and Dave from the YouTube channel, Adventures by D and they talk about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Wild Adventures Christmas, Six Flags Holiday in the Park, Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights, Busch Gardens Tamps Christmas Town, Ice! At Gaylord Palms, Sir Henry’s Haunted Christmas, our monorail bar crawl and believe it or not, more….  Adventures by...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays, Celebration Now Snowing and Old Town Kissimmee.  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerT...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about attending Holidays celebration at Universal Orlando as well as the Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando.  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk about the Cedar Fair and Six Flags Merger along with Tom’s recent weekend visit to western PA and visiting the Flight 93 Memorial. Lastly, they wrap up the podcast discussing some of the Orlando theme park Christmas events.  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.ama...

In this episode, Tom and Jon Self talk all about Tom’s long weekend trip to San Antonio, Texas at the end of August. From Voodoo Donuts, breweries and the Riverwalk to the Alamo and SeaWorld San Antonio, Tom still finds time to do a timeshare presentation. Listen now to see if he invested into future vacations!  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself Website: https://vacationeers...

In the final VacationScares episode of the 2023 season, Tom welcomes Dave and Kris from Adventures By D to discuss Knotts Scary Farms and Universal Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights.  Adventures by D website: https://adventuresbyd.com/ Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook...

In this spooktacular VacationScares episode Tom and Ian discuss attending both Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Busch Gardens Tampa Howl-O-Screams, Kings Dominion’s Halloween Haunt, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail in Plant City, Florida and Field of Screams in Mountville, PA. Tom and Ian also catch up on SeaWorld Entertainment 2024 coaster announcements and more.  Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail: https://www.si...

In this frightening VacationScares episode Tom and Jon Self discuss Tom’s recent visit to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World.  Before that however, Tom and Jon discuss their thoughts on the D23 parks announcements. MNSSHP Vlog: https://youtu.be/-GYw-oo5Pog Boo To You Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/w3e4aZxxLgY?feature=share Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacu...

In this frightening VacationScares episode Tom and Jon Self discuss their recent visits to SeaWorld Orlando Howl-O-Scream and Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom Twitter: h...

In this episode, Tom and Joanna discuss Joanna’s 10 night eastern Caribbean: Carnival Journeys, Carnival Cruise. Website: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/ New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom Twitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertom Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Vaca...

In this departure from VacationScares, Tom and Jon Self discuss Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival as well as SeaWorld Orlando’s Craft Beer Festival. Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonself New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2J TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom Twitter: https://twitter.com/vaca...