The Parks Academy - Discussing All Things Disney & Theme Parks

In this episode we discuss our time at the Caribbean Beach Resort. We talk about the quality of the rooms, amenities, food, and more. The just ok King Room. Doesn't get much better than these morning views. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep Up With Us: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube

In this episode we discuss our time at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Everything from getting there to heading out, we talk about the great time we had. Paige loved the Villain Spectacular and Stephen got a selfie with Liver Lips. He also slips in a Best of Show reference. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep Up With Us: Twitter Instagram Face...

In this episode, Stephen is in the driver's seat because life is insane and it's hard to record an episode fresh off a Disney World trip. Especially when you have things to do, ya know? We're keeping this one short and sweet, so enjoy it! 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep Up With Us: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok

In this episode we are discussing our upcoming trip to Disney World and going over our full itinerary. When you hear this episode we will be on our way home from Disney World. Paige can't wait to eat all of the vegan foods and Stephen might be ordering room service. Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Vegan Disney World Instagram Account 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA...

In this episode we jump into some fun Disney Parks trivia! Stephen asks Paige some hard hitting questions about Disney history and facts. Paige turns out to be much better at trivia than Stephen predicted. Paige also gets into the action with some trivia questions of her own. Stephen tries his hand at a Mickey Mouse impression and Paige throws out Disney movie questions. 👏 Support us on Patreon...

In this episode we conclude our conversation about D23. This time we discuss all of the new Disney Parks news that was accounted at the 2022 D23 event. Paige can't wait for runDisney to come to Anaheim and Stephen is pumped to see Hatbox Ghost in Orlando. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep Up With Us: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube

In this episode we discuss day 2 of D23 and cover the Lucasfilm and Marvel announcements. There were so many Star Wars and Marvel announcements it took us a while to go through everything. Paige cannot wait until Indiana Jones 5 and Stephen discussed how young Count Dooku looks like Aaron from the Prince of Egypt. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep...

In this episode we talk about the 2022 D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. In this three part series we kick things off by reviewing the new films and tv shows announced by Disney and Pixar Animation Studios. Paige can't wait for Disenchanted and Stephen is thrilled to see Jamie Lee Curtis on a Doom Buggy... la la la. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep...

In this episode we do another this or that. This time it's a theme park battle between Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Florida. Paige would ride the Minions ride all day and Stephen doesn't want to go to water parks. 👏 Support us on Patreon 👕 The Parks Academy Merch Use code TPA20 for 20% OFF Keep Up With Us: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube

In this episode we are joined by the Pixie Dust Dreams Vacation Planner. We discuss having a Disney World travel agent, the benefits of hiring an agent, and other tips and tricks for planning your next Disney Vacation. Paige is excited about buying all the lattes and Stephen wants to ride Pirates of the Caribbean without someone taking flash photography. Is that too much to ask? Pixie Dust Dreams...

In this episode we rank Disney World Resorts! Paige is excited about Boardwalk shopping and Stephen just wants to have good views of the castle. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Academy Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop Keep Up With Us: 🐥 https://twitter.com/parksacademypod 📸 https://instagram.com/theparksacademy 👍 https://facebook.c...

In this episode we discussing Disney IP we would love to see in Disney Parks. Paige would love to see more Baymax and Stephen has a terrible idea about the Fox & the Hound. We also discuss Marvel, old movies that need more representation, and some out-of-the-box ideas for great Disney experiences. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Academy Mer...

In this episode we break down each Disney Park and select 2 attractions and 1 meal we'd like to enjoy. Paige is all about the Mac & Cheese and Stephen is going for steak and red wine. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Academy Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop ✉️ Send us mail: The Parks Academy 645 Happy Ln Box 567, Parkton, MD 21120...

In this episode we shift gears a bit and talk all about Disney Media. We discuss our favorite Disney movies and Disney TV shows. Paige is all about old DCOMs and Stephen not so much. We also discuss upcoming shows and movies we are excited about. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Academy Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop ✉️ Send us mail:...

In this episode we split the diff between Universal Orlando and Hollywood. Paige is completely stumped on which part of the Harry Potter universe she prefers and Stephen is just trying to ride the world-famous Studio Tour over and over and over again. Stephen's commissioned Simpsons art from David B Cooper (S8 E10) 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Par...

In this episode we talk about things we miss in Disney Parks. Paige misses the iconic feel of the Great Movie Ride and Stephen can't figure out why on earth they would ever get rid of the Heimlich's Chew Chew Train. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Acadamey Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop ✉️ Send us mail: The Parks Academy 645 Happy L...

In this episode we talk about runDisney! There's so much to know about these famous race weekends and we're here to break it all down for you. Paige ran the 2019 Half Marathon and Stephen... he did not. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Acadamey Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop ✉️ Send us mail: The Parks Academy 645 Happy Ln Box 567, Pa...

In this episode we discuss the upcoming EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. We discuss past favorites and menu items we are looking forward to in the future. Plus other things we love about the Food & Wine Festival. Paige refuses to eat snail and Stephen will pass on the carrot cake. See the FULL 2022 menu here: https://theparksacademypod.com/2022-epcot-food-wine-festival-menu-revealed/ 👏 Support...

In this episode Stephen quizzes Paige on Animal Kingdom: This or That style. We discuss what kind of lands we would add, which ride we'd get rid of, and more. Folks, this was a fun one. However, there's less laughter than our last This or That episode. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Acadamey Merch : http://theparksacademypod.com/shop ✉️ Send u...

In this episode we do a hard pivot out of Orlando and up north to Hershey, PA to discuss our ideal day in Hersheypark. Paige loves the Great Bear anytime of year and Stephen is just going to avoid eating at Moe's at all costs. It's a real thing. Just look at this ungodly milkshake. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Acadamey Merch 20% OFF with cod...

In this episode we discuss mistakes we've made in Disney World. Some of these mistakes have been real stinkers. Stephen learned to never try and get to Magic Kingdom at the 11th hour and Paige will be hard pressed to ever spend a day in the park after a runDisney race. 👏 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod 👕 Buy The Parks Acadamey Merch : http://theparksacademypod.c...

This experience was a real adventure. It took Stephen 72 hours to recover the corrupted audio files. Anyway, in this episode we discuss This or That options in Disneyland Resort. Stephen will still choose Star Wars over all else and Paige literally cannot keep it together during this recording. If you like a lot of laughing this one is for you. Schadenfreude, anyone? Del Rey Books Galactic Starcru...

We are releasing our Patreon only Bonus Show to our main feed! The ideal day in Disney Springs. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/theparksacademy Support us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod

In this episode we discuss which rides could benefit from a retheming. Stephen wants to see an updated version of Mission Space and Paige has some great ideas for Journey Into Imagination. We discuss: Frozen Ever After Gran Fiesta Tour Mission Space Dinosaur Soaring Haunted Mansion Peter Pan’s Flight Rock N Roller Coaster Splash Mountain Journey Into Imagination Follow us on Instagram: https://ins...

You heard it here first! We have tickets to the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Starting August 12th, the party is going to be a great time for everyone attending. Get Tickets Here The Parks Academy Not So Scary Blog Everything You Need to Know 2022 Halloween Merch Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/theparksacademy Support us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theparksacademypod