That Park Life: a Theme Park Podcast

The origin stories, the plans, the realities, the changes - we've covered it all in our Park Icons episodes. Part 1 includes Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. Hope you like Disney facts, trivia and other nerdy goodness because this episode is full of it all. We also cover a few quick news items on the new Grand Floridian lounge and Halloween PhotoPass opportunities. If you like what you hear pleas...

We've got a jam-packed episode for you with two topics. First, Greg read an article on "Unofficial Rules of Disney" that he and Beth run through. There are some great ideas in the article! Second, we go down our list of fave shops throughout the Disney property to buy that Disney merch we all love/need/crave. News this week includes: closures at Epcot, VIPassholder events and new Mobile Order loca...

Amidst all the crowds, chaos and craziness, we've fond a bunch of places where you can RELAX. Yes, there are some quiter places through the parks (and even out of the parks) to enjoy the sights and sounds of Disney in a calming way. Let us know if you've tried these places before! News this week includes new live music, opportunity to buy tickets for a new show and new cocktails at Hollywood Studi...

New WDW attractions, lands, stores, restaurants, resorts - ALL of the WDW highlights from the D23 Expo in California are right here in this episode. There was so much info bursting at the seams. We've collected our thoughts and we're bringing them to you. Get excited! If you want to support our show AND get exclusive access (and gifts!),  visit our Patreon page. Thanks for listening!

Our first Bonus episode! Welcome to our "Behind the Lens" series, where we step back from our normal format to dive into conversations with Disney photo accounts from Instagram that we love to follow. We invited Braeden to be our first guest because his photos are awesome and yet so young. He's the account you should be following! If you'd like to suggest an Instagram Disney Photo account for us t...

We traveled all the way to Batuu and back. And we're here to chat about it. Important: this is an episode for all fan levels of Star Wars. Greg, a casual fan at most, and Red, a walking encyclopedia, give their takes on the new land at Disney's Hollywood Studios. There are SO many awesome things you'll like here! News this week: a new attraction is opening, a new restaurant is on the way and a pop...

Disney World has a lot of premium experiences and offers, but are they WORTH the money? We're joined by Josh & Britt from @PracticallyPerfectParkHopping to give you our list of the extras we LOVE. News this week includes: life-size decorations at Animal Kingdom, Passholder exclusives, a ton of Haunted Mansion merch and more... Are you living That Park Life? Do you want inside info and premium cont...

Introducing a new segment: "Refurb or No Refurb?" where we pick a few attractions from each park and have the other person decide its fate. We're starting out at Epcot - did we make the right choices? We probably ruffled a few feathers but we're just being honest! News nuggets this week: a TON of new treats at MK, updates to the Verry Merry extras, new passholder exclusives and more.   Thanks for...

There are thousands of people around you, at any given time - why not people watch? And, let's be honest, there are so many interesting people visiting the parks. We give you our fave places AND share some of your spots as well (thanks to all who responded via Instagram!)  New this week: Skyliner update, a new Scavenger hunt in AK, confirmed Halloween Party enhancements and more.  The extension we...

Full price is the wrong price. We've got a list of ways to help bring down the cost of your Disney trip and keep a little extra cash in your wallet Because let's face it - aren't we all a little #WalletMotivated? Jen Drennon from @AdventuresByDrennon is with us to talk about ways to save money before and during your Disney trip. Check out her blog posts on this topic over at DisneyDreamCo.com News...

Disney World has some awesome nighttime shows and we want to make sure you're fully prepared to have the best experience. We list out our tips to enjoy yourself, while having the best possible views. And, of course, we let you know our honest opinions of the shows. Greg took us through his experience of the Fourth of July Fireworks at Magic Kingdom - which includes a little scandal! News this week...

We've chose our 5 fave Quick Service Restaurants from all 4 WDW Parks. Does yours fall on our lists? Let us know! @ThatParkLifePodcast Greg visited the brand new Gran Destino tower of Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and is here with a FULL report! (He gets a little excited about something random). News this week focuses on some new burgers at Disney Springs, updates to Epcot and a certain classic...

Take a break from the fast-paced Disney grind and spend some time with your better half in the most magical place on earth. We've put together some ideas on a Disney Date Night. Have you tried these, or maybe one of your own? Let us know! Plus, Greg puts Beth through a quick round of Toy Story Trivia. Our news this week includes updates to Beaches & Cream, The Storm Trooper March, Voyage of the Li...

The Mouselets are here to chat with us about our Fave Non-Park Activities. There's so much Disney to do outside the parks and we highlight our top picks. And, we pit Mouselet 1 against Mouselet 2 in a round of Name That Disney Tune! Don't forget to submit your answer to our contest. *** We want your feedback. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts *** Follow our guests @TheMouselets....

Central Florida is hot hot hot. We've come up with a list of ways to still enjoy your vacation. Let us know what works for you! Beth is back from vacation, so we're back to business as usual. Our news this week includes a few dining updates, a re-opening attraction and more. *** Take our Survey - we want to hear from you! *** If you like what you hear, please leave us a review on iTunes or within...

We're joined by Dan & Todd from @_AdventureBros who play a round of Disney Dish or Made Up Ish. We also chat about their awesome Instagram content and what's next for them. Greg recently did a 1-night stay at Fort Wilderness and has a lot to say about it! Also, we covered some news (as always). This time we talked about: a new photopass opportunity, a Mickey's Philharmagic rumor, new character tre...

We're joined by Jason from @TheTravelingHusbands to countdown our Top Disney Desserts. Do not listen on an empty stomach! In the news this episode is: new tech for Galaxy's Edge, new merch for a cause, new menu offerings at popular Disney restaurants and more. Follow us on Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast We appreciate your feedback and would love a review from YOU on iTunes! Thanks for listening!

Sometimes rules make things enjoyable for all. And Disney has a pretty long list of rules. We've come up with a few that we WISH Disney World would implement. If you agree, disagree or want to add more, tell us on our Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast Our News Nuggets included Galxay's Edge food & bev, NBA Experience details, designer mickey ears and more. Thanks for listening!

Beth and Greg have chosen their official #1 land to spend time in to maximize Extra Magic Hours. Which land and park is it, and does it match up with yours? We also have a few listeners weigh in on the subject via Instagram. Greg reports back from his visit to Hollywood Studios for the 30th anniversary AND his trip to Terralina Crafted Italian in Disney Springs. We covered a few news nuggets: new...

Disney's Hollywood Studios turns 30 on May 1, so we're hitting you with a bunch of Facts You May Not Know about the park. We learned a thing or two for sure during our research! And, returning guests JT & Mariah share a Disney Fairytale moment that some people only dream of!  Follow us on Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast

There are so many new things coming our way at the Disney Parks, so we thought we'd come up with our list of the ones we're most excited about. We also chat about some of the ones YOU all sent in via our Instagram post. We also chat about some Rivers of Light updates, ride delays and weekly history items. Follow us on Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast

Greg takes us down music memory lane with quite the flashback. We've got a new Mystery Disney Sound. And it's a light news week, but we have a few Disney news items to chat about: Galaxy's Edge products, Easter offerings, a new lounge and Skyliner updates. @DisneyCrimlins boys are back, this time to offer a few of their "Hot Takes" (perhaps better know as unpopular opinions) Do you agree with all...

We've got a couple of new segments on this episode! If you've got an ear for all things Disney World, try guessing our Mystery Disney Sound. And, we have Haley & Marina compete in Finish That Disney Lyric. For news we talked about some upcoming Epcot events, a lunch complete with a "regaling" from an Imagineer, and more. Follow our contestants on Instagram: Haley @findme_atdisney and Marina @Hyper...

We've compiled a list of Best Disney World Advice, based on your responses, and are happy to share it with you. We also talk about a few new events coming to the Disney parks this year. ----- Follow us on Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast

Beth and her husband Doug are in Orlando for this episode! We chat about their time here this week - including a wild safety spiel on the tram, a review of Garden Grill in Epcot, a bevy of impressions and some news nuggets.   Follow us on Instagram @ThatParkLifePodcast