Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast

We start with a mysterious turn of phrase from Disney CEO Bob Iger, and continue with an observation from Marq about the similarities of a fireworks display in Castellón, Spain with that in Disneyland Paris, proceeding to the latest good news out of DLP (this is a positive episode!), with an engaging Love Our Listeners segment enhanced by Jen and Karla, before going down the rabbit hole that is th...

Even as Disney theme park fans we sometimes have to ask the inevitable questions. A month after the reopening of Disneyland Hotel Paris, what are guests writing in the reviews of their stays? If there is an overarching downward trend in star ratings, what could be the cause? Where have people felt let down during their stay at DLP's most epensive hotel? We also have a lovely segment of Love Our Li...

Bienvenue Dedicated to DLP fans, we've got a wonderful episode for you. Hot on the heels of the Disneyland Hotel Paris re-opening, we welcome a very special guest who has not only stayed there but is one of the most prolific and joyous Disney vloggers of our community, Samar aka Sam4God! In a wide-ranging discussion we look at her journey as a Disneyland Paris fan, her in-depth travel vlogs includ...

Bienvenue dear listeners! We are honoured to welcome you into our sonic soundcsape of opulence as we discuss the re-opening of the Disneyland Hotel Paris. Join your host Marq, concierge Beth and sommelier Vanessa to hear all about the newly re-imagined 5-star hotel above the entrance gates of Disneyland Park. We also have a very special dispatch sent in by our guest host Stuart from DLP Tips for I...

January 2024, Disney Electrical Sky Parade makes its first ever glorious appearance above Sleeping Beauty's castle and Beth was there to witness it and give us her verdict. Don't worry, we will give you spoiler warnings when we start discussing it, even Vanessa took her headphones off for that bit. But that's only a small part of this episode which is so full of our agents' experiences at Disneyla...

Christmas is nearly here and team D2DLP is keeping things extra festive with a deep dive into the listener mailbag.   It turns out that people are in fact listening, and they have questions. Lots of questions. These include, but are not limited to:   Where is the best fireworks viewing spot? What is a fun place at DLP for having a cocktail? What the heck is a jamboree? Why is that restaurant over...

Vanessa, Beth and Marq try to maintain the cozy christmas vibes during this episode of the Dedicated to Disneyland Paris podcast which covers some bits and uncovers others. We're being vague on purpose so as not to attract attention, even though Vanessa vehemently denies she and her 3-month old baby are spies. There is DLP news and we do indeed talk Christmas, so the title is justified. Send us an...

What can we expect in our Frozen land, The Kingdom of Arendelle, when it opens in Disneyland Paris sometime in 2025? Well, there was a great preview this week from Hong Kong Disneyland, which opened its World of Frozen on the 20th of November 2023. With Tokyo Disney Resort  following in June 2024, a smaller Frozen land as part of their Fantasy Springs expansion, Marq and Beth carefully examine the...

A chill is in the air, but spirits are warm and cozy as the D2DLP team contemplate the delights of wintertime at Disneyland Paris. In this info-packed episode, you'll get all the details of the 2023 Enchanted Christmas season, as well as the special passholder night planned for November 30, 2023. The January 2024 schedule is also covered, including the new Symphony of Colours experiences.  Vanessa...

D2DLP hosts Marq, Beth and Vanessa all love Disneyland Paris. But some people seem to find it full of terrifying food, soulless cast members and lackluster attractions. Harsh? Maybe. Funny? Definitely!  So why not join in as our intrepid trio wade into the spookiest depths of Disneyland Paris park reviews? Just FYI, the D2DLP Ghost Host  says that for a top-notch listening experience, enjoy this e...

Halloween season is upon us once again, and following the Villanous Night at Disneyland Paris we tell tales of evil encounters and run down our top 3 Disney Villains, in movies and at DLP. Vanessa makes a radiant return to the show, now as a full-time mum, we attempt to answer another listener question, and of course we relay the main news items from the past 2 weeks.  For those of you who have as...

Winter 2024, a majestic building that stood uninhabited for 3 years will once again open its gates. But many questions remain unanswered. That's why Beth and Marq link up across continents, an entire ocean and endless fields of cows to bring you this very special edition full of news and royal enlightenment, as the veil has finally been lifted on... concept art and details for the renovated Disney...

Want to visit Disneyland Paris, but not fussed about having the Disney stamp of approval on your lodgings? Marq, Vanessa and Beth are here to take you through the good, the bad and the ugly of non-partner, off-site hotels.  This is the third (and final!) epsiode of their series on all the options available for stays in and around DLP. You'll also hear about an upcoming, delightfully evil new park...

Welcome to the Dream House...of Mouse! Marq and Beth are here with the latest Disneyland Paris news and also their hot takes on one of this summer's coolest films. You'll also get to hear about how Mattel, Barbie and Disneyland Paris came together for a brief, glorious moment back in the 1990s. Also- last episode's talk of annual passes sparked some listener feedback. Have a listen as we read out...

Out with the old and in with the new! A fresh line of annual passes for Disneyland Paris has just launched, sweeping away all that came before,  and the D2DLP team is here to walk you through it all. This episode also has a fun interview with the soothing voice behind the legendary Mousegebabbel podcast- Jens! He has lots of interesting things to say about the US and Japanese parks and how Paris s...

We continue our guide of the Disneyland Paris area accommodation options with Part 2: The Partner Hotels. Off-property, but official, these are places that are a little further afield, but still let you book packages with park tickets. Beth, Marq and Vanessa will also talk about the latest park news, as well as more listener feedback.  Please join Dedicated to Disneyland Paris on Instagram, Facebo...

You know what they say at closing time on Main Street, USA- You don't have to go home, but you can't sleep here! (though those beds up in the Robinson Family Treehouse do look comfy!) The fact is, there is loads of choice as to where to stay during your Disneyland Paris visit. Luckily, the D2DLP team is here to help. This episode is a full guide to the on-property, official, owned by Disney hotels...

This episode is a very special guide for all you moms and mothers to be who want to be at DLP. What are the perks when you're pregnant, what should you avoid? Where is the Baby Care center? We also have the perfect companions for this show, Mercedes and Tash from chatDisney , who are our Fans of Wonder. You will not be dissapointed, even as a prospective baby dad!   Join Vanessa, Beth and Marq eve...

A lot of Mouse business in this episode, Marq, Vanessa and Beth discuss the latest breaking news from Disneyland Paris and from across the pond, because what gets dropped in Florida has repercussions for the whole Disney World. This is bookended by DLP top tips at the start and a review of the Disney 100 exhibition in Munich by Vanessa in the second half of the show.  Subscribe to the Dedicated to...

In this episode we welcome Arvid from Travel to the Magic in our ongoing Fans of Wonder series, celebrating Disney's 100th anniversary. Arvid's an avid traveller who together with his wife has been to all the Disney Parks around the world, so a great way to get his opinion on how Disneyland Paris stacks up against the rest. Before that we bring you the latest DLP news which includes spicy rangers...

If you're looking for an introduction episode to the Dedicated to Disneyland Paris podcast, this would probably be a great one to start with. It's a whole journey starting with Beth, Marq and Vanessa actually meeting up live at Market House Deli on Main Street U.S.A., discussing that very special Gala Dinner event for DLP and D23 fans on the 12th of April 2023, followed by the return of Disney Dre...

As you know Disney is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and Team Dedicated to DLP want to mark this in our own way by chatting with other Disneyland Paris and Disney fans about their connection with the parks, the community and the company. And here it is, the first installment of our Fans of Wonder series, which kicks with a very special guest indeed. Niels from Capturing Disney Parks...

Does the idea of a new land (or two!) at Walt Disney Studios make your heart sing? If so, that's music to our ears, as the D2DLP team is here this episode with some ideas about the future of that big space at the back of the park.  As always, there is a bit of recent news, including the visit of Disney company brass to the French parks. And we also mark the passing of Disney Legend Rolly Crump.  C...

Feeling not so fast and not terribly furious? We have you covered! This episode, Beth, Marq and Vanessa discuss how to enjoy a Disneyland Paris trip at a more leisurely, non-thrill-seeking pace. We all know people who won't or can't go do loops on Space Mountain but there is no reason for them to forgo a fab trip to DLP! The team gives suggestions for attractions, locations and shows that deliver...

Big news on the restaurant front at Disneyland Paris these days and Marq, Vanessa and Beth are here with the latest info. There is a lot to get through, from a new menu at Hakuna Matata to the total transformation of a classic Disney Village dining spot.  Luckily , this episode they have help from a very special "guest".    If you enjoyed this installment, please leave a review/stars for it on you...