Chasing Disney Dreams

Send us Fan Mail Get your Mickey ears and hot cocoa ready! Disney World is already gearing up for the 2026 holiday season!🎄✨ In this episode, we’re unwrapping the ultimate guide to celebrating Christmas at Walt Disney World. From the stunning holiday transformations in the parks to the best festive snacks, and entertainment. We are talking about the plans for all the holiday events that Disney r...

Send us Fan Mail Saratoga Springs gets a lot of mixed reviews in the Disney community - some love the laid-back, quiet atmosphere, while others get lost trying to find the lobby!  In this episode we're giving you our honest, unfiltered review of Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. We chat about the room layouts, the feature and quiet pools, the dining options, and all the renovations and r...

Send us Fan Mail Planning a Disney vacation is magical - until you realize you have to choose between over two dozen different resorts.  Which ones actually have the best splash pads for toddlers? Where can you find a spacious suite that won't break the bank? And which resorts make transportation to the parks an absolute breeze instead of a stroller-folding nightmare.  We dive into these ques...

Send us Fan Mail Yes, it's exhausting. Yes, there are strollers everywhere. But seeing Cinderella's Castle through the eyes of your toddler? There is absolutely nothing like it.  This week, we're looking past the logistics and talking about the pure magic of taking little ones to Disney. We share our favorite core memories from all our trips, how to slow down and enjoy the park at a...

Send us Fan Mail Jambo, listeners!  Think Disney's Animal Kingdom is just a zoo? Think again!  This week, we are strapping on our hiking boots and heading into Disney's largest, greenest, and wildest theme park: Disney's Animal Kingdom. From rope-dropping Flight of Passage in Pandora to tracking lions while on Safari, we're breaking down all the park offers and why we don'...

Send us Fan Mail Let's be real: nobody goes to Disney World wishing they could spend two hours melting in a line for Peter Pan's Flight. On Episode 9 of Chasing Disney Dreams, Andrea and Olivia talk all things Lightning Lanes, including: what rides you may want it for and what you don't, the best was to strategize your day, and how to get the most bang for your buck. 

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we hear about Olivia's trip to Orlando, where she visited family, strolled around Disney Springs and a few resorts, and enjoyed a day at EPCOT. 

Send us Fan Mail This week Disney announced themes for the 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon weekend.  Join Andrea as she breaks down the themes, what you need to know to register and what you can expect from race weekend. 

Send us Fan Mail We're back from the Most Magical Place on Earth, and we have thoughts.  In part 1 of a two part episode, we're unpacking Andrea's whirlwind, 48 hours in Orlando. Join us as we talk about how she conquered the parks in just a few hours, her favorite snacks, and her favorite parts of the trip! On episode 2, releasing on Tuesday, May 25, 2026, we hear from Olivia, who...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Chasing Disney Dreams, we take a closer look at the Disney Water Parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach!  We tell you about the slides, the wave pool, the lazy river and the food, all before giving you our opinion on the best water park.  And there's no better time to listen since Disney announced free water park admission on your check in date (reach out...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode, we give you an update on the announcements and information released by Disney for the upcoming 2026 Halloween season.

Send us Fan Mail In this installment of Chasing Disney Dreams, we take you on a tour of the eight cruise ships in the Disney fleet. From the "classic" charm of the ships that started it all to the massive, theme-park-inspired innovations of the newest vessels, we're breaking down what makes each ship a unique destination. Whether you're thinking about your first Disney Cruise,...

Send us Fan Mail From the rustinc charm of Fort Wilderness to the mid-century flair of Disney's Contemporary Resort, we break down everything you need to know about staying on Disney property. We'll explore the distinct tiers - Value, Moderate, and Deluxe - to help you decide which one fits your budget and style.

Send us Fan Mail Disney recently released the 2027 rates and dates through October 2027. Join us on this Bonus Episode as we fill you in on the announcement and other updates you can expect in 2027!

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we break down the different character dining options at Walt Disney World, both those in the parks and in the resorts. If meeting the characters is on the top of your list of things to do, character dining is a great technique to maximizing your day! Find out how on this episode!

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2: Beyond the Pixie Dust: Tips and Tricks from our Very Own Travel Agent, Olivia, hosts dive deep into the world of travel planning. Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter that travels frequently or a newbie, there's a whole side to the industry you don't see. We will hear from Olivia how she turns a stressful planning process to a seamless magical experi...

Send us Fan Mail In our FIRST EVER episode of Chasing Disney Dreams, you get to know your hosts, Olivia and Andrea a little more! Find out their Disney orgin stories, all their favorite Disney things, and why they've turned their Disney obsession into a podcast! Follow us on Tik Tok: @chasing.disney.dr Send us an email: Chasingdisneydreams2025@gmail.com