Addicted to the Mouse: Disney Podcast | Disney World, Universal, & Cruise Vacation Planning

On today’s Disney podcast, we are tackling a subject that has been more difficult in past years: Breakfast. From the best theme park quick-service options to the top sit-down experiences where you can meet characters while you dine, these are our favorite breakfasts across Disney World property. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacati...

Today, we are heading over to Universal Orlando Resort for the ultimate in bougieness. We are talking all about our recent experience taking a Private VIP Tour at Universal’s two original parks here in Orlando: Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. We’re also talking about all of the ways you can have a VIP experience and what each entails, from private to non-private opt...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are looking back to five years ago when we quit our full-time W2 jobs, started a travel agency (in the middle of COVID), and moved to Orlando to be next to Walt Disney World. From how we did it to the pros and cons of living here, we are covering everything we can about this process and how it has gone since we got here. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fanta...

On today’s Disney podcast, we asked AI to give us the 50 most controversial Disney World Hot Takes on the internet right now and, wow… From overrated rides to financial disaster, we’ve got some doozies to get through. What hot takes do you agree with and which ones are you completely against? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vac...

It’s almost July and if you’re a Disney World fan, you know what that means. On today’s podcast, we are covering everything coming to Walt Disney World for the Holidays this year in November and December. From Festival of the Holidays and Jollywood Nights to package discounts and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, this is everything you need to know if you’re coming to Di...

On today’s Disney podcast, we’re covering every Walt Disney World resort lobby on property. Whether you’re looking for a few resorts to visit on your next WDW vacation or trying to decide which resort is right for you and your family, we’ve got you covered. From the smells and vibes to the incredible theming and dining options, we’re talking about the pros and cons of every Disne...

On today’s Disney podcast, we’re ranking all of our favorite Walt Disney World rides across Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. From the classics that we love to ride anytime we go to the newest thrill rides with the best technology that require some patience to enjoy, we’re talking about all of the best rides in the Most Magical Place on Earth. Enjoy! This episode is...

On today’s Disney podcast, we’re talking about strategies for not getting so exhausted that you’re burned out by the middle of your Disney World vacation. From building in a rest day to quick options that you can pivot to while you’re in the parks if one of the members of your travel party needs a quick rest. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For f...

On today’s Disney podcast, we’ve got some news, updates, and new land details. From the back story behind Monstropolis coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to revamped Disney Cruise Line menus, we’re looking forward to covering all of it. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Univer...

We just got off the world’s largest cruise ship this morning: Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas. We spent the past seven days enjoying everything this massive ship has to offer, from rock wall climbing and laser tag to watching Back to the Future: The Musical (spoiler, it’s our current favorite stage show at sea). Join us as we talk through our experiences and all of our tips an...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking all about cruising. From how we fell in love with cruise vacations and the major draws that keep us coming back to tackling the tough questions about why some people refuse to ever board a cruise ship, this is a fun discussion. Do you love cruising? And if you’ve never been…would you ever consider it? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by&n...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are looking at the new alcoholic beverage policy Disney Cruise Line quietly changed to that goes into effect in the next few days. If you are like us and have enjoyed taking advantage of bringing wine or beer on board a Disney Cruise ship, you’re definitely going to want to hear this. Also, we have an opening day for the new Universal Kids resort coming to Frisc...

We are about to embark on the largest cruise ship in the world, Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas. For seven nights with the boys, we will leave Port Canaveral and enjoy everything this massive ship has to offer. With stops at Perfect Day at Coco Cay, Puerto Rico, and St. Maarten, we’ve got lots that we are excited about off the ship. But it’s the ship itself that has us most ex...

This is the second part in a two-part Travel Nightmare series where we are telling some of our own travel nightmare stories, but also sharing so many from all of you out there. From lost luggage and horribly-timed illnesses to stolen passports and cruising without luggage, there are some scary cautionary tales here (and maybe a few that are good for a chuckle). Thanks so much to all of you that ha...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are telling some of our own travel nightmare stories, but also sharing so many from all of you out there. From lost luggage and horribly-timed illnesses to stolen passports and cruising without luggage, there are some scary cautionary tales here (and maybe a few that are good for a chuckle). Thanks so much to all of you that have shared your worst travel moments with...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are covering a ton of Disney World and Disney Cruise updates for Summer 2026. From how to meet Bluey at Animal Kingdom (hint….there’s a Virtual Queue) to new Frozen-themed entertainment on Disney Cruises to Alaska, we’ve got a ton of updates for you today. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierg...

Rainy season in Central Florida is here! On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking all our favorite strategies for beating the rain in Walt Disney World. From our favorite indoor attractions in each park to the best resorts to spend a rainy afternoon and what to do in Disney Springs, these are all of our best hacks and tips for how to still have an amazing vacation at Disney World, even when it ra...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking all things Disney and Universal news. From Level 99 opening at Disney Springs this summer to one of the most popular Universal restaurants closing, we’re catching up on everything from Disney World to Universal Orlando Resort. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disne...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are going over our seven favorite spots in each of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks to get away from crowds. From relaxing attractions to quiet spots away from thrills, these are our go-to places when we want to escape the hustle and bustle of Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacat...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are detailing everything we did on our 3-night weekend getaway aboard the Disney Wish, stopping at Nassau and Port Canaveral. We did some really amazing things this cruise, from brunch in Palo to enjoying a custom old fashioned in Hook’s Barbery. However, the coolest thing we loved was renting a Grand Family Cabana on Castaway Cay. Enjoy! This episode is sponsor...

On today’s Disney podcast, we’re talking about all of the Halloween offerings for Disney World and Disney Cruise Line. From details about Halloween on the High Seas to Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom, we’re excited for spooky season in Florida. Will you be enjoying a Disney Halloween this year? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are coming up with ten full days of eating: two in each theme park and two in Disney Springs. For each day, we are choosing our favorites for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack and making sure that it all adds up to less than $50 for one full day. How realistic is this in Disney World? Let’s find out…Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking about a brand new, pretty great Disney Cruise Line promotion where kids can sail at a huge discount. Then, we are headed back on the high seas. We’re talking all about our upcoming 3-night cruise aboard the Disney Wish. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are going through everything we know about booking Disney World for 2027. Last week, Disney surprised everyone by making all packages, tickets, and dining plans available to book for January through October 2027. From cost increases to a new dining plan offering, we are going through everything we know about booking Walt Disney World for 2027. Enjoy! This episod...

Greetings from Castaway Cay! We disembark the Disney Destiny first thing tomorrow morning after spending the last five days aboard Disney’s brand new cruise ship themed to Heroes and Villains. This was also our first Disney cruise without our two boys, so we have a whole new perspective on sailing with DCL. From Dr. Facilier’s Parlor to Treble-Making with Cruella, we’ve had some...