Main Street Chatter

What really is worth the extra money? Everything adds up, but you know what is a trip to the parks without draining the Chase and Capitol One Accounts because Wells Fargo and Bank of America already told you they don't want to see you back until you pay off that last cruise. When it means making choices on purchases, it is good to know what is worth the money and what is not. Join the chat today a...

Since 2009 Disney has been collaborating with some of our most favorite brands. From makeup to purses to clothing, it is all the rage and all the money draining you can get next to a character meal with suboptimal chances that the characters will remember you the next time you go back, trust me it is so weird, Mickey doesn't seem to remember me from Chef Mickey's when I see him at Tusker House, WE...

EPCOT sure does not resemble Walt's vision, and it feels from time to time be even less of it. We are chatting today about what has changed, how we feel about it and what we would bring back. Join the CHAT today and let us know what you like, don't like and would change!

What hypes you up for your trip ? Do you have a specific ritual for packing? Music you listen to? What calms that crazy heartbeat knowing you're about to see the Mouse? Do you even tell the kids? Do you day dream that you aren't actually taking the kids this trip? Do you day dream that your husband will have a surprise work trip and suddenly Doctor McDREAMMY will also be single at the parks and in...

What is it about the magic that brings you back to the parks? What makes you leverage your bank account and check that credit score to make sure you can swing that trip while you're still in the parks planning your return? What is it about this place that brings you back and back and back again? Join the chat today!

Can you book it yourself? Sure you can! Will Costco be always the cheapest? Probably! Why use a travel planner then? There are a lot of reasons. There is more to a vacation than just the price. Discount retailers will always discount travel. Local planners cannot compete. So where can they compete? Why use a planner? Three of the five chatters are planners and we are here to chat why there is valu...

No we aren't talking about the new Disney Inspire Credit card... we are talking about a REAL rewards system. What we would build. What would bring back Disney lovers even more. What would truly reward us. The Chatters are chatting rewards and magic. What would you design as he perfect rewards system? Join the chat today!

The chatters are back for part 2 of 2. Does Pleasure island ring a bell? Can't remember it because you never went, or can't remember it because you did and took part? Stroll down memory lane with us again and join the chat today!

Disney Springs, Downtown Disney, Disney Village, what is that area called? It has gone through a lot of changes, but one thing remains constant is that it is part of the magic of the Walt Disney World Resort and keeps drawing in crowds and entertainment. The Chatters are diving into the history and the perks of this magical, admissions free area with a 2 part chat about everything Disney Springs....

They're all the rage right now, and no we aren't talking about the most recent Art displays at EPCOT, GLP-1s. They're everywhere, and if you aren't using them chances are someone in your party at the parks is! What are the tricks and tips for maneuvering the parks and dining options with limited appetite from the surpression the GLP1s cause and the unique dining needs because of the mechanics of G...

Did you miss Festival of the Arts this year? Whether you made it to the festival or are planning your getaway for January 2027 to go, we have a comprehensive recap of this year's festival. What did you love, hate, miss from before? Is Festival of the Arts something you happen upon or something you look forward to every year? Join the chat today and let us know your thoughts on FARTS!

Have you ever been curious about a runDisney race weekend? If you answered, yes this is the episode for you. Chatter Natalie talks all about runDisney. How to sign up, how to prepare and how to enjoy every aspect of the races. Listen to find out the tips and tricks when it comes to a runDisney race and maybe you too will have a shiny medal to show off in the future.  Join the Chat today and tell u...

Is it better to open or close the park? Do you like to be the first one in or the last one out? Or BOTH?! The chatters are back and ready to discuss whether it is better to rope drop or close the parks. What is your preferred? Has your opinion changed with your children's ages or your age? Do certain rides make you decide which is better? Join the chat and let us know what your thoughts are!

Is there value in Disney still with all the price hikes? Is Disney worth the costs? What costs will make Disney not worth it for you and your family? These are questions even the most devoted Disney fans are asking themselves all the time now. Are you asking yourself these questions? Do you still have value for a Disney Vacation? Join the chat and let us know what you think about the value verses...

A lot of New Year's resolutions have already fizzled, has yours? At Main Street Chatter, our resolutions aren't to cut back, they are to add on! We want more magic! We want MORE food. We want to walk more at the parks not at the gym! We want to have more icecream, not less! Priscilla doesn't want to cut back on spending, she wants to go to the parks every month...SHHHHHH don't tell her husband. He...

Disney and Universal Studios wouldn't be what they are without the movies. Movies make the parks, and sometimes the parks make the movies. The connection is real and brings you back to the magic of it all. The Chatters are back on Main Street to discuss the magic of the movies and the everlasting impacts of the different eras and genres of the movies over the last 100 years and how they have direc...

Disney and Universal Studios wouldn't be what they are without the movies. Movies make the parks, and sometimes the parks make the movies. The connection is real and brings you back to the magic of it all. The Chatters are back on Main Street to discuss the magic of the movies and the everlasting impacts of the different eras and genres of the movies over the last 100 years and how they have direc...

Are you a lover or a fighter? Calling all lovers to the parks for a special Valentine's Day to remember. Think the parks can't be romantic? Think again. Think there's something better than Disney for Valentine's Day.... maybe AS good, but better? HA! We have you covered and there's still time to catch a flight out to the parks to make this year's romantic holiday magical! Join the chat and let us...

Do you have pet peeves in the parks? Things people do or rules that drive you over the ledge? The chatters are back chatting about the nuances that make visiting the parks a pain. What did we miss? What pet peeves make you want to part from the parks? Join the chat today!

Sometimes things are worth fighting for, and we have our lists of the things we will die on he hill over. What is your hill to die on when it comes to the parks? What did we miss? Join the CHAT today and let us know your hill you're going to die on!

What are things you should and should not do while at Disney? We have you covered. What do you think about our lists? What have we missed? How do you handle it when people do the don'ts? Let us know!

Snack credits on the dining plan can be great and they can save you money if you know what you're doing. Which snacks get the best bang for your buck? Do you care about value or do you just order what you want? Join the chat and let us know what you do! 

Are you a concert junkie and a theme park adult? Congratulations, you've found your people. This episode, we're breaking down the concert lineups at Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras and  SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Food Festival! Join the chat! Who are you excited to hear?

On this episode, the Chatters talk, the good the bad and the ugly when it comes to Disney's All-Star resorts. Whether you're in a sports mood, a musical mood or want to be immersed into the movies-there are options to choose from. Listen to find out which ranks the highest. Which one Chatter Ty stay at next. And how you get the elusive toy story section at All-Star movies. Listen now and find out...

Who likes to wait? Especially at your favorite park? But is there a ride you will wait for? No matter what? Why? We go into our second part of this chat to discuss what is worth it at Universal Studios to wait for and what is not. Join the chat! What do you agree or disagree agree with?!