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

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking about the latest Disney News and catching up on everything that is going on in our lives, from our latest home improvement project to upcoming travel, to Universal’s Mardi Gras. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Va...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking about everything we’ve learned after eating at every table service restaurant at Walt Disney World. From what we loved to what we hated and even what we were most surprised by, this is everything you need to know before making your next advanced dining reservations for Disney. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  Fo...

On today’s Disney podcast, we are talking all about the trends in travel for this upcoming year. From new purposeful trips centering on sustainability to traveling to cold destinations in hot months, this is everything that is hot and everything that is not in travel for 2024. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specia...

We have been waiting for this for years! Yesterday, Universal made the first official announcement for what we can expect to see in Epic Universe, the brand new theme park coming to Universal Orlando Resort in 2025. To say we are excited is an understatement and today we’re talking about everything we know that’s coming to Epic Universe next year. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by&nb...

Leslie and I just got back from our 3-night preview cruise on Icon of the Seas this week, before the ship’s official launch and we have so much to share about the newest, largest cruise ship in the world from Royal Caribbean International. Today we’re talking all about Icon of the Seas and everything we experienced from the amazing spaces and wonderful entertainment, to Perfect Day at CocoCay. Enj...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are making planning a trip to Hollywood Studios theme park in Walt Disney World as simple as possible by breaking down into categories our most asked questions. We looked at all the options and are giving you our top picks on what we would choose if we were planning a trip to Hollywood Studios in Central Florida. From navigating the park to which entertainment to prio...

Today is all about Royal Caribbean Cruising and their newest ship, which launches in six days – Icon of the Seas. Icon will be the largest cruise ship in the world at launch, with a guest capacity of over 7,000 people! Leslie and I have been invited to a 3-night preview cruise on Icon of the Seas this week, before the ship’s official launch and we are excited, overwhelmed, and a bit ne...

The Disney Dining Plan has returned! We are looking at how the past week of guests being able to fully use both the Disney Dining Plan and Quick Service Dining Plan at Walt Disney World and talking about all of the differences, pros, and cons to both. Then we look at what has to occur for the Disney Dining Plan to be “worth it” for your family the next time you visit the Most Magical P...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we went to Epcot’s 2024 Festival of the Arts for Opening Weekend to experience all of the Food and Beverage offerings, art booths, performances, and more. This event is short-lived, but truly fantastic and we can’t wait to go back with the kids very soon. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, special...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we’re talking all about our recent experience staying in an Oceanview Concierge Stateroom for a 3-Night Disney Wish cruise. From the Concierge Lounge to the private cabana on Castaway Cay, we’re giving your our thoughts, experiences, and whether or not we would do it again. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge v...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we’re talking about everything coming to the 2024 Festival of the Arts in Epcot later this week on January 12, 2024. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit  https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on  Patreon ! T...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are excited to talk about the newest and best promotion Walt Disney World has released in years – FREE DINING HAS RETURNED!!! We’re also talking about what we are most excited to experience when we set sail in Concierge for the very first time aboard the Disney Wish in just a couple of days. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations ....

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are getting a little personal. From our personal lives, content, travel, and business, this is everything we’ve done and are doing in the new year for 2024. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit  https://www.fantasticalvacations.com...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are having a bit of fun and stumping Leslie with 120 Questions of Disney Trivia from Parade. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit  https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on  Patreon ! Thanks so much for sup...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all of our favorite headlines coming from Disney this past year. From ride openings to announcements, these are all the best things of 2023 – Disney Style! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit  https://www.fantasticalvaca...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are making planning a trip to Animal Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World as simple as possible by breaking down into categories our most asked questions. We looked at all the options and are giving you our top picks on what we would choose if we were planning a trip to Animal Kingdom in Central Florida. From navigating the park to which entertainment to prioritize, this...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are making planning a trip to Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World as simple as possible by breaking down into categories our most asked questions. We looked at all the options and are giving you our top picks on what we would choose if we were planning a trip to Magic Kingdom in Central Florida. From how to get to Magic Kingdom to what to plan to ride, see and eat...

On Today’s Podcast, we are finishing up putting Leslie in the hot seat with a Choose Your Own Adventure. Today she is planning out Part 2 of visiting Universal Orlando Resort and tackling how she would navigate a short couples’ trip, including Halloween Horror Nights. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disne...

On Today’s Podcast, we are once again putting Leslie on the hot seat with a Choose Your Own Adventure. Today she is planning out Part 1 of visiting Universal Orlando Resort and tackling how she would navigate a short couples’ trip, including Halloween Horror Nights. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in D...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are comparing and contrasting the five Disney Cruise Line ships. After having sailed on the Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, and Wish, we have all of our Pros and Cons between them. We end with ranking the DCL ships and explain why our favorites win out. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, special...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we went to Epcot’s International Festival of the Holidays to experience all of the Food and Beverage offerings the holiday booths had to offer. We tried some of the Holiday Cookie Stroll, saw multiple different Storytellers in the World Showcase, and checked out some of the Christmas merch. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are making planning a trip to Walt Disney World as simple as possible by breaking down into categories our most asked questions. We looked at all the options and are giving you our top picks on what we would choose if we were planning a trip to Disney World. From the best time of year to where to eat and what to ride, this is Disney World Made Simple. This episo...

We just got off the Disney Fantasy for Thanksgiving Week and spent seven nights sailing around the Western Caribbean for our first every Very Merrytime Cruise on Disney Cruise Line. From special meet and greets to Christmas decor and treats, this is everything we saw and did on our weeklong holiday cruise! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation...

Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays opens in just a couple of days and we are covering everything there is to see, eat, and do. From the Cookie Stroll and Storytellers to the food booths and scavenger hunts, this is everything to look forward to at the 2023 Festival of the Holidays. This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializi...

We’re taking you with us today as we experience all of the 2023 Universal Holidays special offerings, from the Who-liday Spectacular and meeting the Grinch to the Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s and the Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle. We absolutely love Christmas in the them parks and Universal includes so many of these extras for all guests with regular theme park tickets! Enjo...