The Mickeyphile Podcast: Disney World News, Tips & Disney Cruise Line Reviews

Send us Fan Mail Episode 60:  Trip Report with Amanda and Rachel Our friends Amanda and Rachel join the show to talk about their Girl’s Trip to Disney World.  Two fireworks parties, Space 220 and Steakhouse 21.  Plus the return of the Pointy Hat.  And news from the Parks, Disney +, DVC and more.   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 59:  Genie+, Lightning Lanes, and Individual Attraction Selections Genie + launches on October 19.  We talk about costs, what rides are included, and a little bit of strategy.  Plus news, discussion, a little complaining, and some laughs.   Thanks to MandieRae Malinoski Travel Agent at Royal Escapes- Fairy Tale Concierge for the info on Genie/Genie+. Intro Music: Strength...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 58:  The Most Magical Celebration on Earth We were in the Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary, and experienced all the still open attractions from opening day (so no trams for us, 😝).  We had some great meetups with our Disney friends and fellow Podcasters, and experienced the Magic of the WDW celebration.  Join us as we review a great weekend. Intro Music: Strength Of...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 57:  Boo Bash and More More 50th anniversary news as the countdown to the Most Magical Celebration on Earth hits single digits.  Our friends Samantha and Rebecca join us to talk about Boo Bash, and how to find the perfect pair of light up EPCOT ears.  All this and more on Episode 57.

Send us Fan Mail Episode 56:  Disney Springs A meet up with The Disney Crush Podcast and some of our other Disney Friends at Disney Springs.  We experienced four restaurants in 24 hours (how does that happen??). We also review our stay at an off-property hotel.  Plus news, discussion and more on this week’s episode. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.fil...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 55:  Goodbye to Happily Ever After, and Epcot Forever We went to WDW for one last viewing of Happily Ever After and Epcot Forever.  We had dinner at Grand Floridian Café, drinks at Enchanted Rose, and a really good night.   Plus news and discussion. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 54:  Check out that hat! We go to EPCOT for the AP “Squeak” Preview of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.  We share a (mostly) spoiler free review of the newest attraction at Walt Disney World.  We review Trattoria al Forno, and La Creperie, plus visit some new, and some old favorite, stops at the Food and Wine Fesival.  Plus news and more, on this week’s episode. Intro Music:...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 53:  Our One Year Anniversary, and What’s Different at the World?  Annual Passes return to Disneyland and Disney World.  We dive in and discuss the new options.  Plus other news from the Parks, DVC, and more. Then, we revisit our first episode, and discuss what’s changed in the first year of The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Li...

Send us Fan Mail  This week, we are joined by MandieRae Malinoski of Royal Escapes, Fairy Tale Concierge to get all the low-down on the new Disney Genie/ Genie+/ and Lightning Lanes.  Plus news, discussion, and some laughs. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 51:  Reimagining Disney World Attractions Voyage of the Little Mermaid?  Step aside.  Pooh? Sorry, but you  too, buddy.  If you were an Imagineer, what changes would you make?  We pick one attraction from each part and put our own touches on it.  Plus news, and  discussion.  Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/57...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 50:  Disney’s Pop Century Resort We met up with Toni-Ann and Dave from The Disney Crush Podcast this weekend, and they join us to talk about Pop Century.  Learn what we liked, and what could be better about this cool resort, as we discuss from multiple points of view.  You’ll even learn who got locked in the food court on Saturday night. Plus news, discussion, and a lot of...

Send us Fan Mail Mickeyphile Bonus:  Interview with GKTW’s Pamela Landwirth In a special bonus episode, we are sharing an interview Karen did with Give Kids the World President and CEO Pamela Landwirth.  This was conducted at GKTW Village on July 22, 2021.   Intro and Outro Music: Whiskey on the Mississippi by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4624-whiskey-on-the-mississipp...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 49:   July Trip Report with April C. What’s it like for a “regular” person going to Disney?  We talk to our friend April about planning a trip with her family.  Did it meet their expectations?  What would they do differently next time?  Dining reviews and an offsite stay included!   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 48:   Taking your Dog to Disney with Amber Springer Disney Cruise Line is sailing again.  And more 50th Anniversary decorations are put up on the Castle.  Restaurants and shows are coming back, too.     Then, Amber Springer joins us to share her experiences of travelling to The Most Magical Place on Earth with her dogs.  All this and more on Episode 48,   Intro Music: Stre...

Send us Fan Mail Maelstrom, Captain EO, and Mr. Toad.  And don’t forget Ellen and the Backlot Tour.  We talk extinct Disney World Attractions this week on The Mickeyphile Podcast.   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin M...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 46:   Where did the Rum Go? Disney World announces plans for the Holiday season.  We talk about these, and other news, and then Lauren and Eric Hawkins from The Price for Paradise Podcast join us to brainstorm a Disney Drinking Plan.  A podcast can dream, right?   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 45: Fourth of July Trip Report Epcot Forever.  Happily Ever After.  And, of course, Rise of the Resistance. The Mickeyphile Podcast took a Fourth of July Trip to The World.  We had our first experience at The Wave restaurant, welcomed Tusker House back, and had some libations at Martha’s Vineyard Lounge.  And find out about the new Ahsoka Tano lightsabers at Dok Ondar’s in...

Send us Fan Mail Rope drop returns.  Polynesian Village is reopening, and so are more restaurants.  Then Amy Beckner joins us for the end of her May trip.  Join us! Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https:...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 43:  Amy Beckner Trip Report (Part 1) Fireworks are Back!  More news and discussion, and then Amy Beckner joins us to talk about her May trip back to Walt Disney World.  Caribbean Beach Resort, Epcot, Magic Kingdom, and more.  Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativ...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we talk news from around the Parks, discuss Cruella's box office numbers, another update to the mask policy, and more.  Then, what if you want to take your dog to Disney?  Can you? Where can they go?  Where will they sleep?  All this, plus more on Episode 42 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.f...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 41:  News and Discussion Scott and Karen discuss this week’s news from the Parks and around the world.  And how long have the trams been closed?  All this and more, on episode 41. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Addi...

Send us Fan Mail Scott and Karen kicked off the Memorial Day weekend with a meetup at Magic Kingdom on May 28.  Discussion on this, and news from the Parks on this week’s episode. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLe...

Send us Fan Mail Karen went to the Dark Side, and took a day trip to Universal Studios Orlando.  Lots of Harry Potter, food, and fun!  Also, we talk news from around the Parks, and the rest of the Wonderful World of Disney.   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4...

Send us Fan Mail Jock Lindsey's.  City Works.  And Gideon's Bakehouse.  Scott and Karen met up with friends old and new at Disney Springs and Epcot.  Including an off-site stay, too.  Join us as we talk news and a trip report on this week's episode. Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans License: h...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 37:  Girl’s Celebrate Stars Wars Day The Boo Bash is coming, and it’s Halfway to Halloween.  More news from the Parks and around the Disney World.  Plus Karen goes on a Girl’s Day Trip to Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios for May the Fourth.   Intro Music: Strength Of The Titans by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5744-strength-of-the-titans Lice...