The Great British Mickey Waffle

Welcome to GBMW Live! This week, by popular listener request, we are delving into the wonderful world of OFFSITE DINING! 🍽️✨While theme park food is iconic, stepping off-property can save you money and lead to some of the best culinary experiences of your trip. Whether you're looking for quick budget eats, hidden local gems, or top-tier dining spots just minutes away from the action, we’re br...

☕ What are the NON-NEGOTIABLE habits you ALWAYS do at Walt Disney World? This week on GBMW LIVE, we’re sharing our ultimate Disney World habits — the park traditions, strategy hacks, and vacation rituals that make every Disney trip better! From morning strategies to essential snacks and classic rides, we’re breaking down what we ALWAYS do on every park day and the habits that save time, money, an...

This week on The Great British Mickey Waffle, we’re joined by listener and community member Bee to dive into her very first solo trip to Walt Disney World! From flight upgrades and top-floor resort hacks at All-Star Movies to conquering ride anxiety, handling unexpected medical emergencies, and staying late for empty park photos, we’re sharing the ultimate real-world guide to traveling Disney solo...

This week on The Great British Mickey Waffle LIVE , we’re taking a caffeine-fuelled tour around Walt Disney World to find the best coffee across the Disney Parks and Resorts! From essential morning rope-drop brews to iced drinks and hidden gem specialty coffees worth going out of your way for, we’re sharing our ultimate lineup of spots to grab a cup around Disney World. ☕ On the menu today: • The...

Join us LIVE as we look back at 55 years of magic, memories, and nostalgia at Walt Disney World’s flagship park: the Magic Kingdom! From opening day in 1971 to the iconic attractions, parades, and milestones that shaped the Most Magical Place on Earth, we’re covering it all. Share your favorite Magic Kingdom memories, rides, and moments in the live chat—we’ll be taking your questions and comments...

Is Orlando more than just Disney? This week on The Great British Mickey Waffle, we step outside the theme park bubble to explore the best day trips, hidden gems, and local spots across Central Florida! If you want to escape the 30,000-step days and see what else Florida has to offer, we cover everything from the brand-new Level99 experience at Disney Springs to the pristine beaches of Anna Maria I...

What is the single BEST burger and BEST ice cream in Walt Disney World? We attempt to settle the ultimate Disney food debate! From the legendary Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger at Disney's Contemporary Resort to iconic treats at Beaches & Cream, Salt & Straw, and classic park soft-serves, we're ranking top-tier bites and absolute skips across the parks and resorts. Whether you're pl...

Can you actually have an amazing Orlando vacation without stepping foot inside a single theme park? John is joined by Ben and Becca on this week’s Great British Mickey Waffle Live as they debrief their non-park trip! We’re sharing our full reviews of sailing aboard the Disney Treasure cruise ship, staying at Disney's Beach Club Resort, and relaxing at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Plus, we cover this...

We are opening up the Mickey Waffle Vault to bring you a classic episode straight from the archives! Originally recorded in January 2021, Episode 30 sees the team reflect on their theme park New Year's resolutions before opening up a deep-dive discussion on staying on-site at Disney and Universal theme parks. Episode Highlights: • Archive Flashback: Looking back at our 2021 resolutions, ride a...

John and Claire recount some of their recent adventures and also leave a lot to still share too!! Join us as we discuss all things Orlando , whilst Ben and Becca are stuck in Tampa after the Air traffic fiasco earlier this week and Robyn is about to check in for her next trip to the Magic .

Welcome to the September episode of The Great British Mickey Waffle! Whether you've just returned from a summer trip to Orlando or you're gearing up for an autumn getaway, join Ben, Claire, Becca, and Simon as they embark on a full-on Disney World food chat! In this episode, the team navigates through the best (and most overrated) dining options across Walt Disney World: - Must-try snacks...

We’re unlocking the vault and taking you back to February 2021 for a classic episode hosted by Ben! Recorded back when pandemic travel restrictions kept us out of the Disney parks, we did the next best thing: taking on a challenge set by one of our amazing listeners! Join us for The Ultimate Skyliner Bar Crawl as we travel between Hollywood Studios and Epcot, stopping at every single Skyliner reso...

With so many of you heading to Orlando for the summer holidays, we’re filling up your plane downloads with a deep dive into the sense of TOUCH across Walt Disney World and Universal! ✈️🏰 From pavement transitions and haptic queue lines to carpeted walls, interactive buttons, and inclusive tactile design, we’re breaking down the hidden Imagineering details you’ve been walking right past on your Or...

Are some Walt Disney World experiences simply not worth a second try? Welcome to GBMW: Live! This week, we're asking the ultimate question: Which Disney food, resorts, and shows are strictly ONE & DONE?We break down popular Disney dining spots, onsite Disney Deluxe and Moderate resorts, and hit entertainment shows to decide what is actually worth your time and hard-earned holiday budget. F...

Want to stay at Disney World Deluxe Resorts like Animal Kingdom Lodge, the BoardWalk, or the Grand Floridian for up to half the price? In this episode, we are joined by Joel from DVC Rental UK to break down exactly how Disney Vacation Club renting works for guests from the UK!If you've ever looked at the prices of Disney's luxury Deluxe hotels and thought they were out of reach, renting DV...

Are some Walt Disney World rides, restaurants, and experiences a total "One and Done"? 🏰❌ With the cost of a Florida holiday in 2026, nobody wants to waste time or money on poor service, bad food, or underwhelming attractions. THIS SHOW WAS SO GOOD WE ONLY MANAGED TO DO EACH OF THE THEME PARKS!!In tonight’s GBMW live show, the team is diving deep into the things we did once, hated (or...

From iconic Mickey Waffles and park favorites to the absolute best budget-friendly snacks you can score at Target, Walmart, and Publix before you even enter the gates—we are ranking them ALL live on The Great British Mickey Waffle! Whether you're looking to save money on your next Florida trip or want to know which park snacks are actually worth the hype, the team has you covered. Grab a snack...

In today’s episode of The Great British Waffle, Ben, Becca, John, and Claire are diving nose-first into the fascinating world of Disney’s environmental scent engineering. From the iconic musty bromine water on Pirates of the Caribbean to the smoky burning library in Spaceship Earth, we break down our favorite (and least favorite!) aromas across Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal K...

This week on the GBMW, we are tackling the most important meal of the day: BRUNCH at Walt Disney World! 🥂🥞 From giant cinnamon rolls and southern comfort food in Disney Springs to rooftop character dining and hidden gem resort spots, we’re tasting our way through Disney’s top mid-morning menus. We'll let you know which spots are absolute must-dos—and which ones you might want to skip. We’re...

onight on The Great British Mickey Waffle, the ultimate theme park debate continues! Last week we laid the groundwork, but we couldn't squeeze all four parks into one show. Tonight, we are back for Part 2 to put Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom directly under the microscope! We’re breaking down how these two heavyweights stack up across our three massive categories:✨ Atmosphere & The...

Are you planning a trip to Orlando in 2026 and stuck between Disney World or Universal Studios? In this episode, we are joined by theme park experts Rich and Jen from @Richandjenexplore to help you decide which theme park destination deserves your time and budget. From comparing the pros and cons of staying at Universal Orlando resorts versus Disney World hotels, to mastering the Orlando heat in S...

Which theme park truly reigns supreme? 🏰✨ The Great British Mickey Waffle, are breaking down the ultimate question: Which Park Does It Best? We’re putting our favorite Disney parks head-to-head across three massive categories:✨ Atmosphere & Theming – Who creates the ultimate immersive world?🍔 The Food – From snacks to fine dining, where are we eating best?🎢 The Rides – Who has the ultimat...

Walt Disney World has just officially announced a massive, ground-up reimagining of Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom! Welcome to GBMW Live! In this week's live show, we are breaking down every single detail of this shocking announcement, from the final operating day of the current version to the brand-new timeline coming to Tomorrowland. Plus, we’ll talk about the hi...

Grab a drink and join the crew for our official 7th Birthday show! This month, The Great British Mickey Waffle continues our five-senses park exploration by turning our attention to sound, acoustic tracking, and environmental audio loops. Claire, Ben, Becca, John, and special guest Zac Brown discuss: • The legacy of the Dapper Dans and their ultra-rare vintage organ chimes. • The psychological imp...

Planning your next trip to the parks? Don't let uncomfortable clothing or the wrong footwear hold you back! In this episode of GBMW: Live, we are diving deep into the ultimate guide for what to wear at Walt Disney World. We’re sharing our tried-and-tested tips for staying comfortable, cool, and prepared for those long days in the Florida sunshine. From picking the right materials to selecting...