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Whether is it your first or fiftieth visit to Walt Disney World, mistake can be made! This episode, Ric and Gina are discussing some of the biggest mistakes guests make while at Walt Disney World resort according to 407 and Beyond Vacation planners and of course, how to avoid them. Ric and Gina also discuss a few pieces of Disney news including a sequel to a fan favorite Disney film and the return...

What would you consider to be your perfect park day? Do you need the best snacks or the shortest lines? Ric and Gina are discussing what Ric's perfect day at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom would look like. From rope drop to an after hours event, they go in detail about his ideal day of snacks, rides, meals, and fun! Enjoy episode 155 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast...

Woohooo three years of Spill the D! It's so hard to believe it's already been three years of talking Disney with you all week after week. In this celebratory episode, Ric and Gina are answering listener submitted questions about Disney, Spill the D, life, and whatever else the listeners were curious about. Enjoy episode 154 of Spill the D! Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Bey...

The runDisney Dopey Challenge is the ultimate challenge for runners and disney adults alike! 4 days, 4 races, 48.6 miles. Gina and Ric are recapping Gina's experiences running and Ric's experience as a spectator at the 2024 Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World. Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including a change to Disneyland early morning hours and a new DVC contract that will be av...

Hope you brought a snack, your stomach will most definitely be growling after this episode! Ric and Gina discuss Ric's top 10 favorite eats he had during his vacation at Walt Disney World. Ric's list covers everything from snacks to meals both sweet and savory! Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including the return of the free Disney Dining Plan! Enjoy episode 152 of Spill the D! Spill...

Every Walt Disney World vacation is built differently. Every couple, family, or travel group has different wants and needs. This episode, Ric and Gina discuss some different types of vacations to be had at Walt Disney World and the hotel they recommend for each!  Enjoy episode 151 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www...

What would you consider to be your perfect park day? Do you need the best snacks or the shortest lines? Ric and Gina are discussing what Gina's perfect day at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom would look like. From rope drop to fireworks, they go in detail about her ideal day of snacks, rides, meals, and fun! Enjoy episode 150 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&amp...

What would you consider to be your perfect park day? Do you need the best snacks or the shortest lines? Ric and Gina are discussing what Ric's perfect day at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom would look like. From rope drop to fireworks, they go in detail about his ideal day of snacks, rides, meals, and fun! Enjoy episode 149 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&...

Walt Disney World's EPCOT has over 20 attractions within it's gates. This week, Ric and Gina are discussing their top 5 favorite attractions including rides and animatronic shows! They also discuss their 2 least favorite and sometimes just totally skippable attractions at the park. Enjoy episode 148 of Spill the D! Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start y...

While everyone has a different definition of splurging, we can all agree that Walt disney World is full of optional vacation upgrades! Ric and Gina are giving you some ideas regarding the best ways to splurge on your next Disney vacation. Part 2 includes splurging ideas in the Disney Parks and across Walt Disney World property. Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including a new show opening at...

Would you rather stay at the Polynesian or the Boardwalk? Eat a Mickey pretzel or some classic Disney popcorn? This episode, Ric and Gina are playing a game of This or That to answer questions just like these sent in by the listeners! Enjoy episode 146 of Spill the D! Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.com Instagram: h...

Calling all our Military families! This one is for you! Gina is joined by Caroline Sibley, a 407 and Beyond Vacation Planner with a life long military background, to break down the military discounts and deals announces for 2024. The pair discusses discounts at Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani- A Disney Resort and Spa, and Universal Studions Orlando. Disneyland 2024 military discounts...

Hey night owls, this episode is for you! There is so much to do at Walt Disney World after the sun goes down and this week Ric and Gina are covering it all. They discuss some of their favorite activities to do at night while on your Disney vacation and the best spot for some late night fun.  Enjoy episode 145 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., star...

With over 100 options for table service dining at Walt Disney World, it can be hard to pick a favorite. Rather than narrowing down their favorite meal, Ric, Gina, and special guest Bruce decided to build the best meal possible using options from throughout Walt Disney World property. Their courses include appetizer, entree, desserts, and of course their favorite drinks! Enjoy episode 144 of Spill...

While everyone has a different definition of splurging, we can all agree that Walt disney World is full of optional vacation upgrades! Ric and Gina are giving you some ideas regarding the best ways to splurge on your next Disney vacation. Part 1 includes splurging ideas at your resort hotel and dining options. Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including a new race on the RunDisney schedule and...

You've heard of girl math, you've heard of boy math, Spill the D is bringing you Disney math! This episode, Ric and Gina are reading some listener submitted examples of Disney math. They discuss a few of their favorites and help justify spending an entire paycheck at the parks. Results may vary. Enjoy episode 142 of Spill the D! Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacatio...

Walt Disney World is so much more than just a theme park. It is a full vacation destination! There is so much to do with more and more additions being added regularly. Ric and Gina are discussing five things you probably didn't know you could do while visiting Walt Disney World on your next vacation! Enjoy episode 141 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacat...

Grab a snack, you're going to be hungry by the end of this episode! This week, Ric and Gina are drafting their lists of top 5 snacks from across Walt Disney World resort. Their talking about all the icon snacks from around the parks, from the Mickey ice cream sandwiches to the famous Disney popcorn! Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including price increases and the removal of park hopping...

Wait... Spill the D is doing ANOTHER Universal episode? Yep! Ric and Gina recap days 2 and 3 of their short but action packed trip to Universal Studios in Orlando, FL. From doing 3 parks in one day to enjoying a relaxing afternoon in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, they got to do a little bit of everything with their friends from 407 and Beyond! Enjoy episode 139 of Spill the D! Spill the D i...

So. Much. News!!! The Walt Disney Company recently hosted their Destination D23 Convention, AKA the biggest Disney fan event of the year! While at D23, the Walt Disney Company made a plethora of announcements pertaining to the future of Walt Disney World. This week, Ric and Gina are breaking down each and every announcement about Walt Disney World and sharing their thoughts, opinions, and hope for...

Wait... Spill the D is doing a Universal episode? Yep! Ric and Gina are joined by Bruce to recap day 1 of their short but action packed trip to Universal Studios in Orlando, FL. The group discusses their day at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and their night at Universal's Halloween Horror Night. They rank their favorite houses, talk about their favorite eats, and give their recommendation...

Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom has over 30 attractions within it's gates. This week, Ric and Gina are discussing their top 5 favorite attractions including rides and animatronic shows! They also discuss their 2 least favorite and sometimes just totally skippable attractions at the park. Enjoy episode 136 of Spill the D! Spill the D is the official podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co.,...

Hope you brought a snack, your stomach will most definitely be growling after this episode! Ric and Gina are joined by Bruce to discuss Ric's top 10 favorite eats he had during his vacation at Walt Disney World. Ric's list covers everything from snacks to meals both sweet and savory! Bruce, Ric, and Gina also discuss Disney Cruise Line's newest ship and changed to the Disney Dining Pla...

Grab a snack, you're going to be hungry by the end of this episode! This week, Ric and Gina are drafting their lists of top 5 snacks at Walt Disney World's EPCOT. From the maple popcorn to the loaded fries, they cover them all! Ric and Gina also discuss Disney news including a chance to stay in the Cinderella Castle Suite! Enjoy episode 134 of Spill the D!  Spill the D is the official podc...

With over 30 hotels on Walt Disney World property, it can be completely overwhelming to pick a resort for your vacation. Don't worry, Spill the D has you covered! Ric and Gina are rating every single Walt Disney World resort, and this episode's feature resort is Disney's Old Key West Resort. The two rate the resort on everything from transportation to dining and of course price the hel...