Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast

This week we sit down with Aaron H. Goldberg, best-selling author of The Disney Story: Chronicling the Man, the Mouse, and Parks, and Disney Declassified: Tales of Real-Life Scandals, Sex, Accidents, and Deaths to discuss his latest Amazon chart-topper, The Wonders of Walt Disney World, along with his own story of writing about Disney! He shares some great insights on what has ben and what's to co...

Today we discuss the ins and outs of 3 value resorts on Disney property, All Star Sports, Music, and Movies.  We talk about the dinning, transportation, rooms, and some tips to help you plan a better vacation from these affordable resorts. If you'd like to stay at the All Stars let Michelle McKnight give you a FREE quote you can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com  

Today we let Olivia and Declan help give a review live from Epcot.  We cover our recent dinning experience at The Garden Grill.  

Today's episode we relive Derek's Daddy-Kids trip and talk single-parent strategies for a Disney vacation.  From capitalizing on Fast Passes to making the most (or not) of the Dining Plan, we cover some great tips for a short trip with BIG wins for kids and grow ups alike! Be sure to subscribe and leave us  a review! If you'd like to take a Disney Vacation get a FREE quote from Michelle, you can e...

Today we debate the age old question.  Should I book a cruise with Disney or Royal Caribbean.  And to help us answer that question we bring on Michelle McKnight who has been on a dozen cruises between the two lines.  She'll compare food, prices, room size, and more.  If you are debating between one or the other, this show is for you! If you'd like to book a Royal Caribbean or Disney Cruise please...

Get a mom's perspective today as we are joined by Jennifer L from the Disney Parks Mom's Panel!  She shares her story about becoming part of the Panel along with her own experiences and must-do's at the Parks! If you'd like to take a magical family vacation be sure to get a FREE quote from Michelle McKnight!  You can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, lik...

Today we are spending $40 on food at Hollywood Studios and another $40 at Epcot.  We give tips for best value restaurants and help you save money while getting full!  If you like food this episode is for YOU! If you'd like to take a Disney Vacation please get a FREE quote from Michelle McKnight, you can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to Subscribe for future episode...

Today we welcome Wesley Snyder of @365daysofDisney.  Wesley has built an exciting following on Twitter with his tips and tricks for making the most of your time in the parks.  With his audacious goal of going to the Disney parks every day for a year and his Imagineering ideas, you're in for a real treat. Follow Wesley on Twitter @365daysofDisney, and of course stay up to date with Derek and Doug a...

Today we welcome Jake to the show, a Rope Drop listener who just spend Christmas Day in the Magic Kingdom.  It's a wonderful time to go, but it can be busy.  He shares some tips to get the most out of a holiday season trip. If you would like to have a magical Disney Vacation please get a FREE quote from The Rope Drop Queen.  You can email Michelle directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com  

It's our last podcast of the year, so we look back at all of what Disney gave us in 2017.  We talk about what attractions opened in the park, new dinning, films, tv, and more.   If you would like to take a magical Disney vacation please get a free quote from Michelle with Mei-travel.  You can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscribe to Rope Drop Radio for future...

In today's episode we talk about the recent Disney acquisition of fox.  What all did they acquire, how much is this costing, what does it mean for the parks, and more. For your next Disney Vacation make sure you get a free quote from the Rope Drop Queen, Michelle McKnight.  You can contact her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscribe, like us on Facebook, and follow us on...

The first half of this show we discuss everything Star Wars that is happening the parks, cruises, and run Disney.  Then the final 20 minutes we give our own review of The Last Jedi.  We talk scenes we liked, disliked, and what we expect from Episode 9.  If you like Star Wars this episode is for you. Be sure to subscribe and review! And if you'd like to take a Star Wars Disney Vacation get a FREE q...

Today we discuss one of the more popular resorts at Walt Disney World, The Animal Kingdom Lodge.  We talk theming, restaurants, amenities, and of course those amazing views!  If you would like to book at stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge or any other Disney property.  Please contact Michelle McKnight with Mei Travel.  You can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscr...

Doug just flew back from an 8 day family vacation at Walt Disney World.  We discuss all the attractions, restaurants, shows and of course rope drops that they got to experience.   If you would like to have a magical family vacation please contact Michelle with Mei Travel.  You can email her directly Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com

Happy Thanksgiving from Rope Drop Radio!  Today we discuss our favorite Disney Christmas movies, from The Santa Clause and The Muppets Christmas Carol to Prep and Landing and the Nightmare before Christmas.   If you are looking to take a magical Disney Vacation get a FREE quote from Michelle McKnight.  You can email her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com  

After some Disney Cruise News about the Magic, we dive into dinning at the Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom.  To help you save some money we are playing a game where we only have $40 to spend on food.  We shares meals and snacks that you get what you are paying for.  If you are thinking of going to one of these two parks, this show will help you save some dough. If you are looking to take a trip t...

Today we welcome back fellow travel agent Alex Cenac who joins our round table discussion on the changes happening to Disney's California Adventure with all the Pixar stuff coming in.  We also dive out east to Walt Disney World and talk about the holidays and what all you can do and see during their many Christmas events! If you would like to take a magical holiday Disney vacation please contact M...

Disney has a lot of unique words that the average person doesn't know, but if you spend anytime in Walt Disney World you'll hear them a lot.  Today we break down some of the more common phrases you'll hear on property.   If you would like to have a magical Disney Vacation pleases email Michelle McKnight for a Free Quote at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com

After we discuss the closing of Stiches Great Escape we dive into our review of the Polynesian Village Resort.  We talk restaurants like Ohana, Kona Café, and Capt Cooks.  We also discuss theming, transportation, and of course Dole Whip! If you want a free quote about the possibilities of staying at the Polynesian email Michelle at Michelle. McKnight@me-travel.com Be sure to subscribe for future e...

Today we start with the news, Dogs are coming to Disney World.  We discuss how that is going to affect Magical Express, Allergies, and what resorts you can bring your pets.  We also dive into the topic of taking a large group.  How to trip plan, restaurants that work with large families, and of course matching shirts! Be sure to Subscribe for more episodes of Rope Drop Radio! If you have a large f...

Doug talks to us about his recent trip to celebrate his sons 10th birthday at Walt Disney World.  We here about his stay at Pop Century, his experience on the new Mission Space Green, dinning, and more.   If you are thinking about a Magical Disney Experience email Michelle for your FREE quote.  Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we answer YOUR questions, from fastpass strategies and travel advice to favorite time to go, and where to stay with a scooter.  Keep asking us your question via Facebook, twitter, and email... and we'll keep doing these episodes! If you are planning a trip we recommend using Michelle McKnight as your Disney travel agent.  You can contact her directly at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com    

Did you wonder what it was like to have your family vacation during a hurricane?  To answer that we brought on Rope Drop listener Brook who was in Walt Disney World during Hurricane Irma.  She talks about her experience with the cast members, people at the park, damages, and more.   If you are thinking of taking a magical Disney Vacation, please let Michelle McKnight plan it for you.  You can reac...

We talk a lot about rides and food, but today we discuss all the shows offered at Walt Disney World.  We travel to all four parks and talk about the good, the bad, and the ones you should probably just avoid.  Be sure to subscribe for future episodes of Rope Drop Radio! If you are thinking of taking a magical Disney Vacation, we recommend using Michelle McKnight with MEI Travel.  You can reach her...

Today we bring on a 9 year old, special guest Alden McKnight.  He shares the inner workings of the Disney Cruise Line Oceaneer Club and Lab on all four Disney Cruise ships.  We discuss all the fun things kids get to do, all while the parents are having special one on one time with their significant other.   If you would like to take your family on a magical Disney Cruise please contact Michelle Mc...