That Park Life: a Theme Park Podcast

Our first in this series to feature resorts in the Value category. These are definitely easier on the wallet, but what exactly do they all have to offer? We cover all the bases (baseball jokes because All Star Sports, amirite?).   Plus news nuggets about upcoming Holiday experiences in all 4 parks!   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visi...

With so much going on, we've got a rundown of all things new, returning or still not operating. Plus, we walk through the newest Disney Genie updates before it launches soon. Hope this episode helps in your trip planning!   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon page.   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife...

Dogs + Disney. What could be better!? We chat with Chloe who visits the parks with her service dog Alice. Obviously we have lots of questions, including this gem: Can dogs have a favorite ride at Disney? We learned a lot about a dog's experience at WDW and we hope you do too! We also share thoughts on Harmonious, Disney Enchantment and the new restaurant Steakhouse 71 in Disney's Contemporary Reso...

Looking back at 50 years of Magic! We cover: opening day 1971, previous Anniversary specials (with some awesome audio clips), fun Magic Kingdom facts, defunct rides and other things you may not remember! GIVEAWAY: 50th Anniversary Limited Release Pin. Listen for instructions to enter.   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon...

We caught up with @TheMouselets to chat about their recent WDW trip, including how they stayed deluxe at a discount. We also covered some other exciting Disney things: exploring the Tree House Villas, beautiful room views, Disney TikToks and more. And, what's Greg's new Top 3 dessert of Disney World!?   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  v...

The original Disney Vacation Club resort has a lot of history, spacious rooms and plenty of charm! We dive into every aspect of this all-villa resort, complete with Beth's history and Greg's personal experiences & tips. Reminder: you do NOT have to be a DVC Member to stay here. Will you add it to your list? Things We Talked About: History of Olivia's Cafe   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee m...

Wondering what it's like in the parks these days? Good news - Greg's been to them and he's here to chat about it. And, with the NBA Experience not reopening in Disney Springs, we're here to offer some ideas to reimagine it. We also read some suggestions from you!   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon page.   Shop  WorldTra...

Joe has a unique Cast Member story that we find fascinating, including being on the opening team of a Magic Kingdom attraction. Also, you've gotta hear his Christmas lights story that even made the news in his home town. Also: Greg's spoiler-free review of REMY'S RATATOUILLE ADVENTURE! Follow Joe on IG @joepetrows Things We Talked About: Joe's Fantasmic Light Display Check out our  Shop with custo...

We couldn't wait until our next episode to unpack the announcement from Disney about their Disney Genie and Disney Genie+ service debuting this fall. We read all the articles and watched all the videos so you don't have to! Hope this special bonus episode helps you!   We're back to our regular episode format on Tuesday with a Cast Member Chat.

We're back with some Disney World myth bustin'! This time we'll cover secret hatches, "sensory tickles," deadly bacteria, colonial bathrooms, resort hacks and more! And some very #FoodMotivated news as well as some discussion about the upcoming holiday season After Hours events.   Things we talked about: Space 220 is Opening Soon Best Bites: Halloween 2021 Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mu...

Unique characters, wicked early start times, awesome atmosphere, and endless excitement are all a part of the Run Disney experience. We chatted with 5-time race participant Jeff and asked about advice, fun memories & more!   Follow Jeff on IG @NomarFan5     Things We Talked About: First 2021 Rehearsal of "The Lion King" in London's WestEnd SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee...

We asked for your Disney Confessions and, boy, did y'all deliver. Get ready to hear some fun and funky things! Like what, you may ask? Well, here are some hints: hoarding items, crying at castles, marathon stomach, missing bills, space balls, and screaming kids = joy. That's all we'll say - ya gotta listen!   Things We Talked About: Happily Ever After Video with hot crowd SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Check...

These two Disney resorts will be re-opening soon, so it's a perfect time to dive into their history, pros/cons and more! These two moderate resorts bring a lot to the table so we're excited to chat about them! Submit a Disney Confession for next week's episode here.   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon...

We've got 15+ pro tips for you as you plan your next Disney World trip! We want to make sure you're getting the most out of your next visit. Get ready to take some notes! Also: Greg chats about his dining experience during the re-opening of 'Ohana at Disney's Polynesian Resort.   Other Episode Topics we've done that we think are helpful: Episode 75 What’s in our park bag.  Episode 68 Disney Drinks...

This week we lay out our plans for hypothetical 4 day, long weekend trip. We know this type of trip is popular and we often get questions on what's a must-do, what can be skipped, where should I eat, etc. So, get ready to take some notes!   Also, Greg shares his Disney July 4th and fireworks park experiences from the last week.   Check out our  Shop with custom coffee mugs!   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   E...

Maybe you know Max from his hilarious TikToks, but a few years ago he was a WDW Cast Member, making magic in Entertainment. Some topics we stumbled up: flirting with Peter Pan, Country Bears basketball, DJs in a Jeep in Hollywood Studios and more! Also in this episode: Greg walks us through his recent stay at Bay Lake Tower and breakfast at Chef Mickey's!   See max in action on TikTok at ThisIsMax...

There's a brand new housing complex just for Disney College Program participants and we've got a friend who just moved in! We chat with Ben about participating in the first round of DCP in 2021 and he describes it so far as the "top 5 experiences of my life." Hear why he says that, along with other things like: stressing over tie dye, human chess, food options, amenities and more!   Follow Ben on...

So much to talk about with these sister resorts - views, pools, food, theming - and a few words of warning as well. The Yacht Club has some unique rooms you may not know about. And the Beach Club has some quiet places to relax that we think you should check out! As always with this series, we're jam packed with info and experiences on these 2 resorts.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes...

Beth traveled down to Orlando last week, spent time time with Greg AND visited Magic Kingdom for the first time in over a year! Also, Greg shares his stories from his staycation at Disney's Boardwalk Inn.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon page.   Shop  WorldTravelerTradingCo  and use code "ThatParkLife" to save 15%!   Follow us on Instagram: Sho...

Join us as we travel back in time to the 90s at Disney World! Whether you remember this rad decade or want to hear it for the first time, you're in for a treat. The 90s were full of fun (and, if we're being honest, weird!) shows and attractions. We have a total of 26 sound clips! Enjoy!   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon page.   Shop  WorldTravel...

We came up with some wacky scenarios for each other AND received some from all of you. Get ready to think and learn quite a bit about the innerworkings of Greg's and Beth's brains because these "Would You Rather" setups are fun to talk through!   Also, Greg's got a few pro tips and items to chat about after doing a bunch of WDW activities this past week.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episo...

Our guest Karla worked at two popular Magic Kingdom restaurants, is currently working at The Disney Store and is publishing a book titled "Imagination Mindset." We hope our conversation with her inspires you to unlock YOUR magic and also gives you even more insight into working for the mouse. See Karla's Website here.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our P...

Visitors of the parks may be dealing with something you can't see - possibly even a member of your family or friends. So, we chat with our friend Shannon on how she navigates the parks in regard to her own anxiety. In this conversation we discuss some possible triggers, tips for you and your traveling party and ways to maximize your trip to WDW. We hope you get some helpful and enlightening info!...

Disney's first moderate resort has a lot to offer - more than you might think! Especially if it's been a while since you've visited this resort. We talk about history, stats, food options, room recommendations and more. Greg spent some time there last week to get the most up-to-date experience.   SEND A MAGIC GRAM   Exclusive Bonus Episodes are available if you  visit our Patreon page.   Shop  Wor...

World records have been set at Disney Parks worldwide. Although we focus mainly on WDW, we've got one record that spans ALL Disney Parks around the globe: "Fastest Time Visiting All Disney Parks." And, we got to chat with the person who set that record! You've got to hear Lindsay's retelling of her trips!   See our guest Lindsay's blog posts here: How To Visit Every Disney Park in 75 Hours   SEND...