Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast

It's a new year, which means it's time to discuss strategies for "rope dropping" at Walt Disney World. Rope dropping refers to arriving at the park early in the morning to get ahead of the crowds and be among the first to experience the attractions. On this week's episode of Rope Drop Radio, we'll share tips on how to get the most out of your Disney World visit by prioritizing the attractions you...

Today Derek and Doug recape their 2022.  We discuss our trips, top episodes, and a new crazy bucket list inspired lightning round support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio get a trip quote today www.touringplans.com/travel leave and review and follow us @RopeDropRadio  

Today we are going to sell eachother on why you should do different things at Walt Disney World.  This could be why you should stay at a value or stay at a deluxe, or why you should try Mama melrose or even why the Galactic Starcruiser is worth it. Follow us @RopeDropRadio and leave a review! get a quote today www.touringplans.com/travel support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio  

Michelle McKnight just got back from a few days at Walt Disney World and shares all about it.  She got to see Josh Gad perform the Candle Light Processional as well as attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.  Michelle also dishes about Boardwalk, reviews Coral Reef, and more! Book a trip today www. TouringPlans.com/travel  and click Rope Drop Radio for more with michelle follow her @RopeDropQu...

Today we welcome from TouringPlans Destination Specialist Sarah Goff.  She is going to help us navigate Hollywood Studios, sharing what we love or want to leave with different attracations, dinning, and more. Follow Sarah @Sarahgoff_Touringplans get a trip quote today www.touringplans.com/travel support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio leave a review and follow us @RopeDropRadio  

Today we discuss the resorts around Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World.  We talk about the All Stars, Pop Century, Coronado, and the Animal Kingdom Lodge.  We share likes, dislikes, resturants, pools and more.   If you would like to stay at one of these resorts get a quote today at www. TouringPlans.com/travel Support the show www.patreon.com Please leave a review and subscr...

It's Trip Report Day!  Doug just got back from a family vacation to Walt Disney World and a Disney Cruise.  We discuss the craziness that is Fort Wilderness during the holidays, as well as the return of Fantasmic.  We also talk about the Disney Wish and what his kids thought of the ship.  For a full cruise report check out Rope Drop on Deck. Support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio follow us...

Today we discuss with fun and satire things at Walt Disney World we are thankful for, like Genie plus, Lightning Lanes, Park Hoping, and more.  Have fun with us this Thanksgiving day and let us know your favoirte side dish @RopeDropRadio Book a trip today at www. TouringPlans.com/travel We are thankful for all of those who support us at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio  

Today we go on a safari to South Africa with Destination Specalist Alex Cenac.  He recently did an Adventures by Diseny trip and tells us all about it.  We discuss how Disney makes traveling to places outside of theme parks magical.  They plan everything, letting you enjoy and expericne your vacation.   Get a ABD quote today at www. TouringPlans.com/travel Support the show www.patreon.com/travel L...

You asked and we answer!  Thank you for leaving your questions and if you have any further questions hit us up @RopeDropRadio on all the things. for the after show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book a trip today at www. TouringPlans.com/Travel  and let them know we sent you Please subscribe for more and leave a review

Today we welcome to the show Debbie from the Designer Park Company.  We discuss what should go in your day bag when going to a Disney Park.  For more information about Debbies bags visit www.designerparkco.com  and use RDR10 for 10%off coupon. follow her @DesignerParkCo and us @RopeDropRadio book a trip today www. TouringPlans.com/travel  and let them know Rope Drop Radio sent you support the show...

Sometimes when you are at the most magical place on earth, things don't go acording to plan.  Maybe you encounter a ride going down, or a long line, maybe they are out of a certain food or registers are down.  Somtimes at Disney World you need to pivot and make new plan.  Today we are joined by Debbie Raises to discuss certain senarios.   Book a trip today www. TouringPlans.com/RopeDropRadio suppo...

Christmas is coming and today we discuss what's new and what happens at Walt Disney World during the holiday season.  We talk where you can find Santa, specical holiday overlays, a resturant that is finally back, and more. If you want to book a trip to Walt Disney World visist www. TouringPlans.com/Travel and click Rope Drop Radio follow along @RopeDropRadio support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDr...

Today we go back and forth sharing our biggest pet peeves we see at Disney World.  Could be someone who talks on an attraction, shoulder kid, and more.  Let us know what your pet peeve is @RopeDropRadio support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio book a trip today www. TouringPlans.com/Travel  

Today we take a stroll through Epcot and discuss different rides, attracations, and food and weather we love it, or leave it.  To help us on our journey we are joined by Destination Specialist from TouringPlans Travel Gina Akin. to work with Gina or any of the amazing Destination Specalists, book a trip today at www. TouringPlans.com/Travel  and let them know Rope Drop Radio sent you. Support the...

Today we dicuss some simple questions we get all the time, is it worth it.  From the Photopass and park hopping, to Lightning Lanes and Genie Plus.  A lot of things cost a little extra these dayas, so we discuss which ones are worth it. Book a trip today by visisting www. TouringPlans.com/Travel and click Rope Drop Radio sent you support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio subscribe and leave a...

Today we discuss the wonderful world of double rope dropping.  It can only be done at the Magic Kingdom.  Hear all about our strategies for a double rope drop.  Then we answer some Frequently asked questions about rope dropping from first rides, to strollers, and transportation.  If you'd like to try double rope dropping book a vacation today at www. TouringPlans.com/Travel and let them know we se...

This last week Derek and Doug went down to Walt Disney World to do meet up's, giveaways, a VIP Tour, some new dinning, and more! Thank you everyone who came out and a sepcial thank you to TouringPlans for sponsoring our events.  Hear all about the trip from Dinning at Yachtsman to staying at French Quarter and more. Book a trip today by visiting www. TouringPlans.com/Travel and click the Rope Drop...

This week we welcome on guest Lyn Mettler of the Families Fly Free Podcast . We talk a little Disney but mostly how to get to Disney when flying. Some general tips and tricks and Lyn shares some of her advice for flying  free!  She provides Rope Drop Listeners with a free EBook on how to get started in flying free.   Check out her website Make sure to check out her podcast and social media!  Insta...

Today we are joined by our friend Ed.  He has seen both Derek and Doug interact with characters and tells all about it.  We then play a game of Yes or No on different subjects in the Magic Kingdom.  We also have a few anouncesments on some future trips and if you would like to go www. TouringPlans.com/travel Follow Ed at @E_j_t_1_0 and us @RopeDropRadio Leave a review and subscribe for more  

Today we discuss the Contemporary, Grand Floridian, Polynesian, Wilderness Lodge, and the campgrounds at Fort Wildenress.  Basiclly if you want to stay near the Magic Kindgom, on of these resorts will be perfect.  We discuss dinning, pools, activities, and more. To book a trip visist www.touringplans.com/travel support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio and leave a review!

Derek and his family spent 4 nights on the newest Disney cruise line ship, the Wish.  Hear all aobut his thoughts from kids play areas, to Sesne spa, dinning, and Hyperspace Lounge. Book your cruise today by visisting www.touringplans.com/travel support the show www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Leave a review!

Derek had some one on one quality time with 10 year old daughter Olivia at Walt Disney World.  Hear all bout their trip, from new dinning, staying at the Polynesian, Guardians review, Genie plus strategies, crowd levels, and more Book your trip today by visisting www. TouringPlans.com/travel and click the Rope Drop Radio tap leave a review and follow us @RopeDropRadio support the show and hear all...

How long should you stay at Walt Disney World? That is the question of the day. What are the advantages of a short trip or a long trip? We talk about that and much more with special guest Jen Upton, Destination Specialist with TouringPlans. You can follow her on Instagram or on Facebook  and contact her at jen@TouringPlans.com   Book a trip today by visiting www. TouringPlans.com/Travel  and menti...

You asked and we answered!  For a complete list of questions scroll down. Book a trip today with www. TouringPlans.com/Travel  and let them know Rope Drop Radio sent you For our patreon question and to support the show click www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Follow @RopeDropRadio and leave a review questions Is there a best time to go or is it crowed year round?    Is genie plus necessary or even help...