That Park Life: a Theme Park Podcast

Not all lines are created equal! We're back with our series of rating ride queues - this time covering 4 rides in Animal Kingdom. We've got a list of Pros and Cons for 5 attraction queues and we share poll results from our followers on Instagram. Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the pa...

In addition to a handful of name changes, Disney Springs has seen a LOT of change over the years. We're here to break it down and discuss some truly UNIQUE shops that were featured here. We also dive into the history of Pleasure Island, one of Disney's most "ambitious" projects. And we finish up with our recommended shops as well as those submitted by our IG followers. Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusi...

What if your Disney World trip had NO BUDGET? What would you do? We're here to share our plans and maybe even inspire you to try some new things if you're looking to treat yourself on your next trip. We also run through the ideas submitted by our IG followers!   Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what...

Have you ever wondered what it's like being chosen as Grand Marshals of the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom? Well our pal Christi is here to share her once-in-a-lifetime experience! From the moment she was chosen, to meeting up backstage, to cruising down the parade route in a classic Main Street car, Christi's got all the details and magic to share! Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonu...

Starting with one family who owned a ranch & a cabin near a "mystical" source of water, the town of "Springs" has grown into a giant community of retail, restaurants, entertainment, and more. In this portion of the rundown, we focus on the deep, elaborate storyline of all 4 Disney Springs sections: The Landing, Town Center, Marketplace, and West Side.    Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Ep...

Buckle up! We had a delightful conversation with the author of a book that is JAM PACKED with Disney tips & tricks. Susan walks us through hacks from her book and shares insights that will help you navigate the parks. This book is the second edition, so it's been updated to include info on Genie+ and newer attractions!    You can purchase "Walt Disney World Hacks" through this link!   Ad-Free...

Need a break from fried food? Or maybe your current life style focuses more on healthier options. We've put together a list of lighter food options around WDW, this time focusing on Deluxe Disney Resorts!. This list includes all 3 meals and all categories of restaurants. Head back to other Lighter Food Option episodes where we discuss the 4 theme parks!   Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episo...

Here's our list of ways we: maximize our hotel rooms, keep things as quiet as possible, prepare for everything, and get crafty with what's available! We also share the hacks that y'all sent in via our Instagram. Get ready to kick your next Disney hotel stay up a notch! Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to s...

Brad & Kristin join us to chat about becoming Disney World locals...after being Disneyland locals! We chat about: advice for new parkgoers, favorite foods, unique things at Disney World, and more!   Follow our Guests on IG @_neverlandadventures   Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-ha...

Part 2 - Electric Bugaloo (Couldn't resist!). Is the AI bot churning out useful answers to Disney World questions? We're here to chime in again! Also, we ask AI to do some fun things for us - you gotta hear it!   Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link...

We're celebrating our 5th Anniversary by answering your questions, reliving some fun memories, and offering you a chance to win with our Magical Mash-up contest! Submit your guess for our Contest here or visit our website: ThatParkLifePodcast.com Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the pa...

When you're looking to treat yo'self in Hollywood Studios on a meal, here are the table service restaurants we recommend. Also: Greg reviews some cookies served at a newer restaurant in Disney Springs! Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link)     Follow us on IG Pod...

Here's a brief summary of this episode: an accidental trespass, a soft food tour, rainy day adventures, an obsession with "love stuff" and a *brand new* game! Greg traveled to Disneyland for a week-long stay. And, of course, he's here to fill us all in on the many fun things of non-stop park time. If you're trying to plan a Disneyland trip, we hope you find some good nuggets of info in this episod...

So many iconic lyrics in and out of the parks - but do you know the right words? Do you know what the words mean? We're BACK with Volume 2, and we did the work for you. We will explain some Disney Lyrics that you'll hear in Disney World and in classic Disney movies.   Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our mus...

Not all lines are created equal! We're back with our series of rating ride queues - this time covering more rides in Hollywood Studios. We've got a list of Pros and Cons for 5 attraction queues and we share poll results from our followers on Instagram. Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for...

We were unable to record this week, so we thought it'd be fun to present this fun episode again. Here's the original description: There are so many quirky or unique names for rides, restaurants, characters, etc. But have you ever stopped to think about why a name is chosen? Well, we've done the work for you. So sit back and enjoy as we discuss: Dapper Dans, Memento Mori, Columbia Harbor House, Ger...

This Deluxe Disney resort has been open for 4 years and it may take that long just to absorb everything it has to offer. This resort is packed with: Disney, art, theming, and inspiration. Whether you're thinking about staying here OR just looking for a fun resort to visit, we've got the full rundown. This includes: storyline, history, design, pros/cons, fun facts, and deep dives. Weekly Exclusive...

2024 is gonna be a BIG year for Disney World! So we've prepared our list of things about which we are especially excited. And we're here to share it with you as you begin to plan your 2024 Disney World trips! We also run through the events of 2023, which somehow feel like they took place both long ago AND just yesterday. Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon...

When you're looking to treat yo'self in Epcot on a meal, here are the table service restaurants we recommend. Also: Greg chats about the new World Celebration area in Epcot and the park's new nighttime show! Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link)   Mailing Address...

We're joined by our pals Rick & David who just returned from a trip to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, which is truly the most unique Disney park! We cover: food, rides, crowds, language barriers, tiny popcorn tongs, and much more! Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are f...

Greg just spent a few days in a row around Disney World and is here to share: highlights, tips, fun facts, and a big "you were right!" Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link)   Mailing Address: Greg  153 Sugar Belle Dr Ste B Box 103 Winter Garden, FL...

Is the AI bot churning out useful answers to Disney World questions? We're here to chime in! Also, we ask ChatGPT to do some fun things for us - you gotta hear it!   Ad-Free & Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link)   Mailing Address: Greg  153 Sugar Belle Dr S...

Disney World’s “After Hours Events” are returning in Jan 2024. They’re a unique category of event. They’re not the Extended Evening Hours, they’re not Halloween/Christmas parties, they’re not DVC Moonlight Magic. They’re the lowest capacity events that WDW currently offers in the parks. BUT are they worth it? What do these events include? Are wait times and crowds really that low? We cover these q...

What does someone who's local STILL consider a Disney Must-Do? That's what we're here to discuss today. And this time, it's not any old someone - it's @HotDogsAtDisney! One of the most random yet FUN Disney account on Instagram.   Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate...

We're back with our annual ghost story episode! We've got some spooky tales of hauntings experienced at Disney Parks. Also: Greg shares his Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party stories AND his time at Fort Wilderness. Weekly Exclusive Bonus Episodes of our Podcast are available at   our Patreon page. Visit our Amazon Storefront to see what our must-haves are for the parks  (Affiliate Link)   Mail...