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

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we bring with us on a Disney Cruise (for each destination) as well as the prohibited items that Disney will not let you bring on the ships. Whether you’re sailing the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, or elsewhere, these are all the things you should consider bringing with you (or not) on your next Disney Cruise. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by&nb...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the similarities and differences between all six Disney Cruise Line ships and then ranking all of them. We’re covering the best benefits and some drawbacks with each class of ship and combining that with the theming of the spaces and entertainment offerings you will find on each. In the end, we will give you our favorite Disney ships in order....

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about our favorite meal to eat while at Disney World…BRUNCH! Whether we are sleeping in for a rest day or taking a break from the parks, we love a good Disney brunch. Today, we’re talking about our favorite brunch options at Disney World, where you can find them, and the dishes that they serve. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantasti...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the Holidays at Disney World and Universal Orlando. Today, Disney World released packages for 2026 Holidays (November and December) and Universal Orlando released specialty add-ons (like meeting the Grinch) for this Holiday Season in 2025! We know that we’re still a few weeks away from Halloween, but we are so excited for Christmas Season this...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we consider taking with us into the Disney World theme parks as well as the prohibited items that Disney will not let you bring into their parks. Whether you’re going to Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom, these are all of the things you should consider bringing with you on your trip. Enjoy! This episode is sponsore...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are heading back to one of our favorite places to visit when at Walt Disney World – Epcot’s World Showcase. Comprised of eleven countries, the World Showcase takes cultural immersion to a whole new level in a theme park. From the character meets and dining experiences to the shopping and entertainment, each one of these pavilions is special in its own righ...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are ranking our favorite 12 Lounges at Disney World. From the newest lounges – The Beak and Barrel and GEO-82 to old favorites we’ve been going to for years, we’re talking through why all of these made our list of favorite lounges and tips for how to enjoy them on your next visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering the main things you need to consider prior to arriving at Walt Disney World. From air tags in your luggage to online check-in, these are the top things to know when planning your next vacation to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Di...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering construction updates and news from Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and Universal Orlando Resort here in Central Florida. From Skyliner refurbishments to a HUGE new Disney Cruise promotion, we’re talking all current events from our favorite places to travel. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free conc...

We asked all of you to share your favorite Disney pictures and what special memories they hold for you and your families and wow…did you come through. On today’s Disney Podcast, we are continuing walking down memory lane with our last episode of “A Disney Picture is Worth 1000 Words.” We are describing each of your photos and reading your memories and these are fantastic. Thank you so much f...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are continuing walking down memory lane with Part 2 of “A Disney Picture is Worth 1000 Words.” We go back over a decade and describe certain pictures on our Disney vacations that hold special memories for us. Whether it’s a Disney first or an offering that we experienced in the past that you can longer do, we’re talking through the importance of making and...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about capturing memories. We go back over a decade and describe certain pictures on our Disney vacations that hold special memories for us. Whether it’s a Disney first or an offering that we experienced in the past that you can longer do, we’re talking through the importance of making and capturing memories with your family and friends on your...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are bringing you with us as we try everything we possibly can over the course of two days at this year’s International Food and Wine Festival in Epcot. From soup to poutine, we are exploring every booth and finding the “Best of the Fest” for this year’s standouts that you won’t want to miss on your next visit to Epcot’s fall festiva...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all of the news and announcements from last weekend’s Destination D23 Event here at Walt Disney World. From changing Cinderella Castle colors to Villain’s Land updates, these are all of the things coming to the parks, cruise lines, and movies from Disney. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free con...

Tonight we are taking you with us as we experience opening night of Halloween Horror Nights 34 this year. We are going through all four scare zones and ten haunted houses. We’re also taking you with us to the Nightmare Fuel show and giving you all of our thoughts about everything. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vacations .  For free concierge vacation planning, sp...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the best way to narrow down the myriad food options available to you on your Walt Disney World vacation. From table service restaurants to quick service, lounges, snacks, and even bringing your own food…we’re breaking down how to figure out what mix is best for you and your family while you’re here. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about all kinds of things. From our anniversary dinner at Citrico’s and first time watching Disney Starlight, to the wild two launches of dining reservations for The Beak and Barrel debut in Magic Kingdom, we’re covering all of the current happenings with Disney and Universal today…Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical Vac...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are going over the release of the new itineraries for Disney Cruise Line that are available for booking beginning next week – late 2026 through Spring 2027. We follow that up with all of the offerings for Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival that are coming next week! It’s hard to believe it’s time to enjoy Food & Wine again, but...

We just got back from our 3-night preview cruise on Star of the Seas, before the ship’s official launch and we have so much to share. This is the sister ship to Icon of the Seas which was the newest, largest cruise ship in the world from Royal Caribbean International when it launched last year. We loved so many things about Star of the Seas. Today we’re talking all about everything we experienced...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are diving deep into the Disney Dining Plan and figuring out if it’s worth it for you. Whether it is the Quick Service Dining Plan or the Disney Dining Plan, guests have been pre-paying for meals and snacks at Walt Disney World since the program came back in early 2024, after the shutdowns. The plans are different than they used to be though… The las...

Halloween Horror Nights 34 is almost here and we are talking about everything you need to know! Whether you are attending this year’s scary event at Universal Studios Florida or are just curious about what it entails, today’s show will answer all your questions. We cover ticketing options, all ten houses, four scare zones, the two shows, merch, and the backstories behind all of the content at our...

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are giving you all the details you need if you’re thinking about going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in 2025. From which dates still have tickets and pricing to all the Halloween themed treats you can find at the party and even some outside of the party for Spooky Season…we’re covering everything. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by  Fantastical...

We are back in the studio after three weeks of our Epic European Adventure and can’t wait to dive back into all of the Disney News we have missed while being gone. From a new nighttime parade to a reimagined Animation Courtyard, these are all of the announcements, openings, and discounts from Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and Walt Disney World over the past few weeks. Enjoy! This episode i...

We are ending our 7-Night European Cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy tomorrow morning and have loved it so much! We started in Barcelona and sailed through the Strait of Gibraltar, stopped in Lisbon, Portugal and then two more ports in Vigo and La Coruña, Spain. From amazing seafood to Disney trivia, we’ve had so much fun on this final leg of our amazing three-week Epic European Adventure. Th...

We just finished our Adventures by Disney Escape in Barcelona, where we spent three days exploring the city and everything it has to offer. We toured La Sagrada Familia, Park Guëll, the Gothic Quarter, Montserrat, and so much more. We ate amazing tapas and tasted wonderful sangria and cava. Join us as we recap the five full days we spent in Barcelona, from enjoying amazing restaurants on our own t...