Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Podcast

Today we discuss what to do when the sun goes down.  A lot of attractions change and becoming more immersive.  We go park by park and talk our favorite things to do at night.  If you'd like to take a magical Disney Vacation, get a quote from Michelle.  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and follow us @RopeDropRadio And check our our website WDWRopeDroppers....

First Shout out to our NEW Patreons Elizabeth and Matt!  We would greatly appreciate your supports as we continue to grow.  Visit our patreon site  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Today we go EPIC and to do that we bring on Kristina and Kelli from Epic Disney Escape.  They do all sorts of crazy challenges at Walt Disney World and we talk about the best ones.   If you want to become epic you can join...

We would love for you to join us on patreon... $1 a month, helps so much and gets you bonus episodes.    www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio If you have been at Walt Disney World lately, you've noticed the cranes and construction walls.  Wonder what they are all for? Today we discuss everything coming to Walt Disney World in the next couple of years, including Star Wars, Guardians of the Galaxy, and the...

Today we welcome back to the show Jenn from WillSaveForTravel.com.  Her and her husband just did a couples only Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom.  We hear about that version versus Derek and Doug who have taken kids.  We discuss dressing up, rides, characters, Hallowishes, and strategies on what to wait in line for and what to skip.  If you are thinking of taking a trip to Mickey's Not So Scar...

Today we welcome back Kent Mullins who loves Universal Studios Florida Halloween Horror Nights.  He gives his top ten review of the the houses, shares some strategies on how to get the most in, and talks specialty food and scare zones.  If you are planing on going this October, this show is a must! If you'd like to book a trip to Universal Studios, make sure you talk to Michelle McKnight.  You can...

Today we welcome a very special guest, Ryan from the Disney Pins Blog.  We talk everything pin trading from etiquette and lingo to events and high value pins.  This subject is fascinating and Ryan knows it all! For more information about pins visit disneypinsblog.com and follow Ryan on social media @disneypinsblog  If you'd like to take a magical Disney Vacation, get a Free quote from Michelle.  Y...

While at Walt Disney World Derek and Kent Mullins recorded a special bonus episode on how Kent did all 48 open attractions in one day. Be sure to follow Kent @UCFKent and us @RopeDropRadio Check out our new website WDWRopeDroppers.com And book any Disney travel with Michelle.  Email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com

Five day Walt Disney World trip with two kids and a baby... some may call it crazy.  Today we discuss Derek's trip report!  We talk Caribbean Beach resort, 50's Prime Time, attraction strategy, and what it's like to have a non walking baby at the parks. If you'd like to take a Disney Vacation contact Michelle Today!  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Check out our new website...

Today we step away from Disney and discuss some other trips we have taken recently.  These non Disney trips explain why we love going to Walt Disney World so often.   And no matter where you are going, it's worth an email to see if Michelle can help you book.  Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Check out our website wdwropedroppers.com  

If you are debating about which Epcot area resort to try, then listen to us as we discuss Disney's Boardwalk Inn Resort.  We talk rooms, dining, shopping, clown pool, and transportation.   If you'd like to book the Boardwalk, talk to Michelle.  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to follow us on social media and subscribe!

Today we welcome onto the show Larry Welnowski from the Disney Food Allergy Group.  We dive into the question of what do you do when you have food allergies and dinning at the parks.  If you have a food allergy and are planing on going to Walt Disney World or Disneyland this show is for you. For more information follow Larry's group @ 99disneychefs  or on facebook search Disney Food Allergy Group....

Check out our new website WDWropedroppers.com You asked questions, we are giving our answers.   1. We are headed to Disneyland in November, what are your must eats, shows, and attractions? 2. How do you get more than 3 fastpasses? 3. Where can I find a master list of the health and safety info of each ride? 4.  Give a typical strategy for one day at Walt Disney World. 5. Favorite place to eat at D...

Today we dive into the Disney Vacation Club with current member Wes from 365 Days of Disney.  We discuss price and what you get and if it's worth the investment.   If you'd like to follow Wes you can find him on Twitter @365DaysOfDisney You can follow us @RopeDropRadio and if you'd like to be a patreon be sure to head over to our site.  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Also if you'd like to take a ma...

Today we welcome back Kent Mullins who succesfuly became the first person to ride all 47 open attractions at Walt Disney World with the new Toy Story Land update in ONE DAY!  Enjoy re living the story through his ups and downs. You can follow Kent on Twitter @UCFKent Be sure to also follow @Epic_Disney and @ Parkeology And if you would like to make a run let Michelle McKnight book your travel.  Yo...

Because we are not teenagers, we do not hang out in the teen clubs on the Disney Cruise Line.  So today we welcome onto the show Ainsley.  Her dad is Joe with Backtothemouse.com and they have been on 10 Disney Cruises and have experienced all 4 ships and their teen clubs.  If you are a parent wondering if you teen would enjoy a Disney cruise this is the show for you. For more about Joe and Ainsley...

Doug and his family just spend 9 days at Walt Disney World, including being there for both Toy Story Land opening and the Fourth of July! If you'd like to have a magical Disney vacation, let the Rope Drop Queen plan it for you.  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Follow us on twitter @ropedropradio  

The newest land in Walt Disney World is now open and Doug got to check it out opening day.  We dives into reviews for Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers as well the theme of the new land and some strategies for rope drop.  If you are planing a trip to Disney's Hollywood Studios this episode is a must. We'd love your support, click the link below and check our our patreon. https://www.patre...

Today we head out west to Disneyland where a lot of changes have been happening.  Jen from the Disney Parks Moms Panel joins Derek to discuss the changes that have happened to Paradise Pier, now Pixar Pier, as well as the new Fast Pass System, Max Pass.  You can follow Jen on twitter  @ JLap64 Also be sure to follow us @RopeDropRadio And for booking any Disney travel let Michelle give you a quote...

Today Doug and Derek share 10 of their biggest fails at Walt Disney World.  We hope you learn from our mistakes. Check out our Patreon site:  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio If you'd like to book a Disney Vacation contact Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com    

When your child has special needs is a Walt Disney World vacation worth it? Well today we answer that question with Maureen from Autism at the Parks.  She gives strategies on how to enjoy Disney with a family member who has autism or other special needs.  We discuss Disney's unique DAS system and give options on how best to use that and fastpass.  We also talk about Universal and what they do for...

Today we welcome the DCL Dude onto to the show.  Wes has been on 15 Disney Cruises and shares his experience and details about navigating Castaway Cay, Disney's own private island.  We talk food, excursions, and best places to visit on the island. Make sure you follow Wes on Twitter @theDCLDude And if you'd like to check out Castaway Car on the Disney Cruise Line make sure you email Michelle for a...

Today we welcome back to the show our sponsor the Rope Drop Queen Michelle McKnight.  Last year she talked about trip planning 101 but today we are diving deeper.  This is trip planning 202!  We discuss advance strategies of when to plan your trip, reservations, fastpasses, and dinning.  We also announce the winner of our $50 gift card contest!   If you'd like Michelle to plan your next Disney Vac...

We are full of spoilers today with our take one the most recent Star Wars film, Solo. If you'd like to check out anything Star Wars at Walt Disney World, be sure to talk to Jedi Master Michelle.  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscribe and check us out on Facebook and Twitter!

Last June we recorded a mini podcast tackling the question of what to do when it's raining at Walt Disney World.  With all the rain recently, we decided it'd be a good time to drop this episode.   If you'd like to take a magical Disney vacation talk to our amazing sponsor Michelle.  You can email her at Michelle. McKnight@mei-travel.com

First things first, we are running a contest.  To enter give us a written review on iTunes or Stitcher, then message us (so we know your user name).  You could win a $50 Disney Gift Card! Some BIG news is happening right now at WDW, listen for those details. Finally we discuss how to do a 2 day park trip.  How to hop, what to focus on, and strategies to help you get everything you want in such a s...