Geekin' On WDW | Trip Reports From A Community of Disney World Fans

This week, Stephanie shares her incredible two-week Disney adventure, featuring a trip to Disney World with girlfriends, a Disney cruise, and family time at Epic Universe and Universal Studios. Featuring: Introduction and welcoming Stephanie for the first time Stephanie’s Disney and cruise adventure overview with girlfriends Disney Cruise highlights Epic Universe preview Family arrival and r...

This week, our pal Wendy Fox hosts the show and we review my trip to Disney World including my new experiences with the Geo 82 lounge in EPCOT, Frontierland DVC Lounge, Little Mermaid and Villains shows and we answer all the Geekin’ family questions. Featuring: Celebrated anniversaries and stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort after scoring a room upgrade from Pop Century Dining highlights include Wood...

On episode 623, our pal Bill Carmichael is back to review his 9 night split stay at Boardwalk and Polynesian full of tours, food reviews and we love to challenge opinions on all kinds of Disney stuff. Featuring: Welcome back long-time listener Bill Carmichael to the show. Shared fun Disney World adventures, including tasting the Ice Pistachio Latte and Banana Breeze Latte at Epcot, and trying the...

On episode 622, we go behind the curtain with author David Schroeder as he reveals his 30-year journey of research into Disney World and the Disney company. He shares hidden details—behind the magic secrets, imagineering , manufacturing and culture that make Walt Disney World extraordinary. Featuring: David’s Disney Journey Research and Writing Process Surprising Discoveries in Disney Archiv...

On episode 621, my pal Jeff Kessler shares his family’s split stay at Boardwalk and Polynesian, lightning lanes, food reviews and a duck tales scavenger hunt! Featuring: Trip overview & managing crowds Lightning Lane lessons Resort stays, Boardwalk and Polynesian, great split-stay insights Dining deep dive (with Space 220!), Liberty Tree Tavern Wild animal encounters at Disney Meeting fellow D...

On episode 620, my pal Andy Hoffman and I review what are the things in Disney World we are the most grateful for as I prepare for my June trip to Disney World. Featuring: Andy Hoffman and I reflect on the joy, wonder, and the lasting memories that make Disney World so special for us. I talk about my first impressions on my first visit at age 39 and share stories of magical cast member moments, fa...

On episode 619, we’re comparing Disneyland, Disney World, and Disneyland Paris with our pal Megan who’s visited eight Disney parks—get ready for magic, tips, and a dragon under the castle! Featuring: Disney Parks Showdown! Megan Dorsey joins us to compare Disneyland, Disney World, and Disneyland Paris after visiting all three in the past year. With 8 of 12 Disney parks under her belt, Megan shares...

On episode 618, our long-time pal and listener Kate Merrow reviews her family's trip to California, Disneyland, Joshua Tree and Grand Canyon National Parks.

This week, our long-time pal and listener Kate Sewell from Australia checks off another Disney park with her family adventure to Disneyland Tokyo and Disney Sea. Featuring: Exploring Tokyo Disneyland with Kate Sewell Long-time listener – first time on the podcast Exploring Tokyo Disneyland with Kate Sewell Travel and accommodation details Exploring Tokyo Disneyland Dining and shopping experi...

This week, our pal Jason reviews 10 quick service restaurants in Disney Springs that he recently reviewed highlighting bold flavors, standout dishes and surprising values as he counts his way to his favorite. Featuring: Jason explore the ups and downs of quick service dining at Disney Springs, ranking experiences from forgettable to fantastic. He embraces a health-conscious approach by eating smal...

On episode 615, our pal Amy Rhodes shares the magic of her family’s Easter trip to Disney World—staying at Saratoga Springs, hunting for Easter eggs at EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival, and soaking up the wonder through her daughter’s eyes (yes, there were a few tears!). Featuring: Easter at Disney World Saratoga Springs Stay Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Adventure Dining Experiences Be...

On episode 614, I chat with our pal Laura Russell recently back from a 10 year wedding anniversary trip to Disneyland Paris and a transatlantic maiden cruise back home. Featuring: Laura’s 10 year wedding anniversary Trip to Disneyland Paris Experiencing the Transatlantic Cruise Accommodation at Sequoia Lodge Dining Experiences: PIM Kitchen, Captain Jacks, Rosalie, Stark Factory, and Casa de...

On episode 613, I chat with our pal Gina Simpson and she shares a detailed and passionate review of her six-week stay in Orlando, covering everything from Disney’s Festival of the Arts and Magic Kingdom After Hours to hidden gems like the flag retreat ceremony. Bonus: Universal Studios and Sea World too. Featuring: Gina’s Six Weeks in Orlando Top Five Disney World Moments Universal Stu...

On episode 612, I chat with our pal Chris Futrell reviewing his latest March Madness Disney World bracket contest on the 64 best quick service restaurants in Disney World. My pal Chris and I review his annual Disney World bracket contest, this time focusing on quick service restaurants. We dig into the selection process for seeding 64 restaurants and explore how Geeks voted in the competition. Hig...

On episode 611, I chat with our pal Julie who shares two trips with us including a couples trip in November and a family trip in January. Featuring: Transferring Trips and Annual Pass Holder Tips Julie’s November and January Disney Trips couple anniversary trip and family trip Resort Experiences Riviera and Yacht Club Dining Highlights include Citrico’s, Skipper Canteen, Yak and Yeti, Nomad...

On episode 610, I chat with our pals Holly, Kate and Samantha and their Princess Half Marathon weekend of challenges, emotions and victories. Featuring: Princess Half Marathon Recap and Holly’s first 10k Running Goals and Challenges Meeting the Puppet Runner Staying at Fort Wilderness Cabins Navigating Fort Wilderness Dining Experiences including Brown Derby Lounge, Tony’s Town Square Restau...

On episode 609, I chat with our pal Amanda Fillipone as we review her February vacation including birthday celebrations , fireworks cruises and a bunch of top 5 favorites, plus, she sprinkles some exciting news about , I’ll let her reveal that. Featuring: Introduction and Welcoming Amanda Catching Up and Epcot Encounters February Trip Overview Celebrating a Golden Birthday at Disney Staying at All...

On episode 608, this week I chat with our pal Callie Caldwell and she shares how her family’s Disney World split stay at Caribbean Beach and Wilderness Lodge brought magical moments, great dining, and creative vacation tips to life. Featuring: Introduction and Welcoming Callie Caldwell Long-time listener, booked with Margita/Travelin Tiaras and first time on the podcast Disney Resorts and Split St...

On episode 607, I chat with our pal Wendy Fox exploring her whirlwind of Disney World adventures, insider tips, and unforgettable experiences, all while uncovering the secrets to crafting the ultimate Disney World getaway. Featuring: Introduction and Welcoming Wendy Fox Winter Blues and Florida Sunshine Disney World Trips and Experiences Disney Resorts Bay Lake Tower, Cabin at Wilderness Lodge, Ri...

On episode 606, our pals Lewis and Kat from the podcast Dis Down Under and Australia share their latest adventure to Disney World, a Disney cruise and we compare all the Disney Parks around the World. Featuring: Overview of Disney Parks around the world. They’re first review of the Guardians of the Galaxy ride Exploring Galaxy’s Edge attractions. Trials and tribulations experiencing Rise of...

On episode 605, our pal Jeff O’Polka shares his latest Disney cruise and we review all his favorite Disney World restaurants, photo spots, tips and more. Featuring: Disney cruise with a large family of 15 Exploring Disney’s Private Islands comparing Castaway Key and Lookout Key Disney Springs and Favorite Lounges Top Disney World Resorts and Attractions Favorite Street Side Entertainment Top...

On episode 604, our pal Andy Hoffman shares trips and tips from the past year of trips, the Marathon and his top 5 favorite attractions, resorts, photo spots and more. Featuring: Review a couple of recent Disney Trips Marathon Weekend Highlights Disneyland Adventures Favorite Disney World Resorts A Night at the Polynesian Resort Top Five Dining Experiences Favorite Attractions and Rides Top Disney...

On this episode, our pal Deirdre Watts shares a couple of trips to WDW with us including new Polynesian Tower experience, Wine Bar George Wine Tasting, Moonlight Magic and some of her top 5 favorites in several categories. Featuring: Introduction and Welcoming Deirdre Watts Disney World Adventures and Birthday Celebrations Dec trip: Christmas Party and Moonlight Magic Cruise Highlights and Santa C...

On episode 602, I get to chat with two of the winners from this year’s Marathon weekend Natalie and Samantha. I’m so proud of them completing the Dopey challenge as well as our friends Torie, Heidi, Missy, Holly, Kate and their cheerleaders. Featuring: Meet the Marathon Winners: Natalie and Samantha The Dopey Challenge: A Grueling Journey Training Secrets Running Strategies and Crew Support Streng...

On episode 601, Lori Talamo joins me as we review her latest Disney World trip and I try some new questions on her like strategies to avoid long wait times, sensory memories that linger, cherished moments we’d love to relive, to those unexpected tear-jerking surprises we love on our trips to Disney World. Featuring: Podcast – Going Beyond the Castle Port Orleans and French Quarter Restaurant...