Celebrations Disney Podcast

Every Disney resort, restaurant, and shop is themed to the max, from the Victorian splendor of the Grand Floridian to the Outer Rim trappings of Tatooine Traders. But did you ever stop to wonder if you could do better? Tonight, we're going to put on our interior decorating hats and talk about the ways in which WE would renovate, refurbish and redesign our favorite Disney attractions and resorts. S...

When you head out for your Disney Day, there's lots of things you usually check. The weather. Those dining reservations. What time are my Lightning Lane passes? But as Edna Mode would tell is, the most important thing about planning our outing is that we need to look good! Tonight, we're going to explore the world of Disney fashion, from the costumes worn by our favorite characters to the whimsica...

Over the course of our previous 92 shows, we've sometimes run out of time to answer all of our questions. But just like with Disney Imagineering, no good idea here gets discarded, it just gets set aside for future consideration. And that future, is tonight! As we continue to prepare for our upcoming two-part Disney100 anniversary shows in October, we thought we would take the opportunity to clean...

It's so easy to talk about those favorite Disney attractions and restaurants, after all there's a seemingly endless list to choose from. But Walt Disney World is also filled with buried treasures…the ones that deserve just as much fanfare as their more famous counterparts.   So sit back, relax and join us as we talk about our Favorite Under Appreciated Disney Experiences!

When we talk about Disney touring tips, one of our first topics is usually how to keep cool. But it occurs to us that this is Florida, and Florida does offer up lots of sunshine. With that in mind, tonight we're going to celebrate that shining globe of warmth and golden goodness….   So sit back, relax and join us as we talk about our Favorite Fun in the Sun Disney Moments!

Sometimes the best moments of a Walt Disney World trip are the ones you didn't plan for…those times when something unexpected happened. Whether it was a happenstance occurrence, or a deliberate "gotcha" moment planned by Disney's Imagineers, these are the moments that we'll never forget.  So sit back, relax and join us as we talk about, our Favorite Disney Surprises!

In our last episode, we turned the tables and let YOU, the listener, ask us those burning Disney questions. We had so much fun, and had so many questions, that we ended up making a two-part episode. Tonight, we're going to pick things up where we left off… So sit back, relax, and join us for part two of our Listener Mail Bag!

We thought we would turn the tables tonight and let YOU, the listener, ask us the questions that you've been wanting to hear. Some of these have been sent in, some of these I've been asked in passing, and it's finally time to put our panelists on the spot to answer those burning questions. Some will be normal, some will be strange, but all of them will be filled with that unforgettable Disney magi...

With the recent openings of the TRON Lightcycle/Run and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, the thrill factor at Walt Disney World has definitely kicked up a notch. But do either of those attractions take over the crown of the Florida King of Speed? We're going to find out tonight… So sit back, relax and join us, as we count down the Top Ten Fastest Attractions in Walt Disney World!

This episode marks the 25 th Anniversary of Disney's Animal Kingdom, one of the most unique destinations in all of Walt Disney World. Tonight, we will celebrate our favorite attractions, fun facts, historical tidbits, and magical moments from this beautiful park. This is a park where nature not only comes to life, but surrounds you and welcomes you in in ways that no ordinary zoo could ever accomp...

In the great pantheon of Disney animals, you of course have your mice, your ducks, and many lovable pups. But let's not forget those long-eared fluffy tailed friends that symbolize the arrival of spring, and baskets filled with delectable delights. I'm referring to bunnies of course…s o sit back, relax and join us, as we talk about: the Rabbits of Disney!

Spring is in the air! The days are getting warmer, the sun is out a little longer, the birds are starting to chirp, and the flowers are starting to bloom! March Madness is in full swing across the country, and while we don't normally do sports here at Celebrations, we do obsess over all things Disney, so we're going to fill out our own "Field of 64 Walt Disney World Attractions" tournament bracket...

In this episode, we're going to take a road trip to the City of Brotherly Love and the historic Franklin Institute, where our own Jamie Hecker attended the World Premier of Disney100: the Exhibition, celebrating all the wonders and highlights of Disney's first century.   So sit back, relax, and join us as we take a virtual tour of the Disney100 exhibit in Philadelphia!

It's time once again for another Celebrations Trip Report! On this adventure, our own Rachel Comande took in the sights, sound, and tastes of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, in addition to whole host of other Walt Disney World experiences. So sit back, relax and join us, as Rachel Comande shares her memories of her latest Disney trip!  

In our previous show, we talked about all our favorite Disney birds. We had such a wonderful time that we thought we'd continue the animal theme by sharing our thoughts about another frequently overlooked group of Disney animals, the loveable felines. Cats come in all shapes and sizes of course, but regardless of how big or small they are, the cats of Disney include some of the most beloved charac...

Disney animals come in all shapes and sizes, from fearsome fire-breathing dragons all the way down to the tiniest crickets. But an oft-overlooked group of animals that might not immediately come to mind when you think of Disney is a group of the feathered variety. Tonight, we're going to take to the skies (as it were) and talk about our favorite Disney birds, some famous, and some not so famous…bu...

If you were to pick one thing that was at the heart of all the Disney magic that we've come to love, it would have to be imagination. It IS the first part of Imagineering after all! And of course there's a whimsical attraction which shows us the importance of setting our imagination free. So sit back, relax and join us, as we climb aboard the Journey Into Imagination with Figment!

As we usher in 2023, this is the time when we look forward to all the new things we'll experience in the coming year. There's lots of Disney excitement coming to the parks, and we thought it would be fun to go around the table and talk about the things we're looking forward to the most. But lest we get too far ahead of ourselves, New Year's Eve is also the time to make those resolutions. This year...

When you think of the Magic Kingdom, or Disney for that matter, one of the first images that probably comes to mind is Cinderella Castle. And why not? The Castle is the very symbol of Walt Disney World, and the Magic Kingdom's iconic structure. But Cinderella Castle is far from the only iconic structure in Walt Disney World. Each park has their own, as do many of the individual lands. Tonight, we'...

It seems like only yesterday that we were having a frightfully magical time at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. But we're packing our bags again, this time for some holiday merriment, and it's time once again for a Celebrations trip report! So sit back, relax and join us, as we get ready to head out on our Very Merry Christmas Walt Disney World trip!

When you're mapping out your day in the parks, those plans typically revolve around those E-ticket attractions, everything from Rise of the Resistance to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. And for good reason! But there are plenty of other things to enjoy, and tonight we thought we would give some love to those smaller, yet just as enjoyable attractions. So sit back, relax and join us, as we...

For many Disney fans, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover is a true hidden gem, and one of the most beloved attractions in all of Walt Disney World. When you run into another Disney fan and you tell them you love the TTA (all the while thinking you're the only one who feels that way) more often than not their eyes will twinkle with recognition as they hurriedly blurt out "me too"! So to...

The Not-So-Scary happenings of a Disney Halloween are in full swing at the Magic Kingdom, and the ghosts and ghouls have gathered for a delightfully haunting celebration. But why stop at the Magic Kingdom? What if we could expand the spooky season to the rest of Walt Disney World…and beyond? Tonight, we thought we'd explore that very question, and imagine what it would be like to expand the world...

As much as we love talking about Walt Disney World, nothing can replace the experience of just being there. Whether it's visiting a new attraction or finding a new detail you never noticed before, there's always new magic to discover. And discover we did, so gather 'round as we chat about our latest trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth. And speaking of new magic, we're also going to do a quick...

As some of us have started to head back to school, thoughts of Disney might not immediately come to mind. But there is an educational aspect of Disney that we sometimes overlook, and between all the shows and attractions, sometimes we find that we've actually learned something along the way. So sit back, relax, and join us as we go Back to School at Walt Disney World!