See WDW! Near & Far

01/18/22 - What better way is there than starting the New Year at Central Florida theme parks? We discuss Mike's trip to Universal, Cabana Bay Resort, Walt Disney World, and the Disney 5k experience. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comme...

01/16/23 - After a few weeks off, we return with a recap of John's experience from Universal's The Grinch and Friends Breakfast. This is a special holiday experience that places you right in Whoville with The Grinch and many of the Dr. Suess characters. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.com Who we are -&n...

12/27/22 - This week, we discuss John's experience at the Universal VIP Holiday Tour. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.com Who we are -  John, the founder of See WDW and See UO lives...

12/22/22 - This week, we discuss Mike's weekend visit to the parks, his experience watching Neil Patrick Harris as host of the Candlelight Processional at Epcot, and the overall WDW holiday festivities as he experienced them. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another e...

12/16/22 - This week, we have a short discussion about why Festival of the Holidays is our least favorite of the EPCOT festivals. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.com Who we are -  Jo...

12/05/22 - John had a chance to experience Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom. Was this experience any different than the Halloween party? Was it a waste of money and time? You may be surprised with what John has to say. Here's a hint. It was a much different experience than the disappointment of the Halloween party. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up...

11/28/22 - It's not that there are rides at WDW we hate. But, let's face it, there are some rides that just aren't worthy of an hour plus wait. This week, we discuss an attraction in each of the Walt Disney World theme parks that we feel are overrated. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will...

11/21/22 - Believe it or not, there are theme and amusement parks outside of Orlando, FL. In fact, some of them are pretty awesome. This week, we discuss a few of our favorites that we have been to. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send commen...

11/14/22 - This week we discuss the holiday offerings, this year, at WDW. We give our thoughts on the Christmas party from the past compared to present and offer some ideas for your holiday experiences at the resort. But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! Y...

11/7/22 - This week, we discuss Park fatigue. John recently experienced something similar. What was behind this experience for him and will he continue to visit the parks? We discuss this and more and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode!  You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.co...

10/31/22 - This week, we look at the Universal hotels and talk about why someone would want to choose to stay there when visiting the Orlando area. We look at pricing differences between Universal and Disney hotels and compare other factors that may differentiate the two resort areas. We discuss this and more but first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how...

10/24/22 - John returned to the Magic Kingdom with the idea of giving Genie Plus and stacking another shot. How did it go? We discuss this and more but first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar@gmail.com Who...

10/17/22 - It's always all over the news. Fighting or bad behavior from guests at a Disney park. Why is this happening and who or what is to blame? We discuss this and more but first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wd...

10/10/22 - This week we discuss the current state of the Disney Magic, that intangible element that the parks have always used to fill that hole in our lives. Is it gone, on hiatus, or still there in varying degrees for different people?   But first, we talk about John's week in the parks and finish up with a discussion on how his social media performed. Thanks for tuning in. We will be...

10/05/22 - This week, we talk about John's experience during Hurricane Ian. Next, we discuss Epcot's 40th anniversary. John was in park for the festivities and we discuss the experience. We finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and SeeUO social media channels.     Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode!      &nbsp...

9/26/22 - This week, we talk about Universal's Halloween Horror Nights for 2022 more in depth. We talk about our experiences with each house while trying to remain as spoiler free as possible. We discuss our personal rankings for each house and touch on the scare zones. But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the...

9/19/22 - This week, we discuss Mike's  trip to Walt Disney World and Universal. He and his wife attended Universal's HHN and Disney's MNSSHP at the Magic Kingdom. How did the trip go? Observations of both parties and more. But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and SeeUO social media channels.   Than...

9/5/22 - This week, we discuss Mike's upcoming trip to Walt Disney World and Universal. He and his wife will be attending Universal's HHN and the next night, going to Disney's MNSSHP at the Magic Kingdom. How does he plan on tackling both events, back-to-back? What else is planned? But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly revie...

8/29/22 - This week, the podcast was live on YouTube for the first time so some of the discussion around visuals may not translate well on this audio version. We ask that you bear with us as this will improve in the future. We discuss John's experience at the returning MNSSHP event at Magic Kingdom. He gives us some tips on what to maybe avoid and gives advice on how to plan for the event in order...

8/22/22 - This week, we discuss Disney's Boardwalk. With great hotels, a number of great dining options, night clubs, and beautiful views the Boardwalk can turn out to be a welcome rest from the crowds. But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and SeeUO social media channels.  Thanks for tuning in. We w...

8/15/22 - In this episode, we talk about what it took for John to reach his 100k follower milestone on the SeeWDW Instagram account. We take a look at his other accounts and talk about their progress alongside the main channel. John offers advice on how to grow your channels and we discuss what has worked and is currently working in this social space.   Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon w...

8/08/22 - You only have two hours at Magic Kingdom. Whether you are a local, have an upcoming reservation, or park hopped late in the evening, this is the situation. Crowds are heavy and the rides have long waits. What can you do with your time at the park? But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and S...

8/01/22 - This week, we discuss the process of stacking lightning lanes and using Magicband+. John recently tried out the new Magicband+ and tried the stacking method with Genie Plus at Magic Kingdom. He fills us in on all the details. Does he recommend it? Tune in to find out. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back soon with another episode! You can send comments and questions to see.wdwnearandfar...

7/25/22 - This week, we discuss the process of stacking lightning lanes. John recently used this method with Genie Plus at Hollywood Studios. He fills us in on all the details. Does he recommend it? Tune in to find out. But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and SeeUO social media channels. Thanks for...

7/18/22 - You only have two hours for EPCOT. Whether you are a local, have an upcoming reservation, or park hopped late in the evening this is the situation. Crowds are heavy and the rides are long waits. What can you do with your time at the park. But first, we talk about John's other experiences in or around the parks, this week, and finish with our weekly review of the the SeeWDW and SeeUO soci...