The Pixie Dust Fan Podcast - A Disney Parks Podcast

Carrie has done it again - gone to Walt Disney World without Francine!  This time she took her aunts and Mum to stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom in a 2 bedroom villa!  She's sharing how they navigated getting to the parks from Minnie Vans to Lyfts and of course the puzzles!!   Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCra...

Carrie and Fran are joined by their friends Chantel and Jason who are sharing the entire adventure of planning their Disney wedding.  From an engagement in Disneyland to the wedding at Disney's Boardwalk Resort - their story not to be missed!   Show Notes: For more information on planning a Disney Fairytale Wedding visit DisneyWeddings.com The pilates channel on YouTube Fran was talking about is T...

The ladies are calling it an 'interlude' episode, but it's some lighthearted fun!  They're telling each other some wholesome Disney jokes to see if they are funny or not.  Fran thinks it's hysterical - Carrie isn't convinced! Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCrazy Facebook: Pixie Dust Fan   Pixie Dust Fan Facebo...

Carrie and Fran are joined by their friend Chris Bond to talk about the Disney Animation Immersive Experience.  Chris was the creative consultant on the project and has some great stories to share about how the content was curated, seeing Walt's office and so much more! Show Notes: The Disney Animation Immersive Experience can be found at: lighthouseimmersive.com/disney Find Chris on his podcast: ...

Carrie and Fran are sharing the second half of their week together including a trip to the outlet mall, a birthday celebration and all the wandering! Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCrazy Facebook: Pixie Dust Fan   Pixie Dust Fan Facebook group: PixieDustFanGroup Support Pixie Dust Fan by shopping our affiliate...

Carrie and Fran are sharing all of the details from their trip together where the agenda was "try new things".  From signature dining to finding the bathrooms in the Magic Kingdom - they talk about it all with a few interruptions!  Find out what 'special guest' causes issues for Carrie! Show Notes: The podcast about the bathrooms was episode 171 Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://Pi...

Carrie and Fran took a little break from the podcast over the holidays and now they're back with a LOT to talk about.  They're sharing the moments from 2022 that they won't soon forget and what you can expect from the show next year! Show Notes: A copy of the newsletter can be found on the Pixie Dust Fan site The other podcast Carrie was a guest on was the Geek 4 podcast The Lighthouse Immersive D...

Carrie and Fran have been to Walt Disney World hundreds of times between them, but they haven't done it all!  After a listener suggested a "never have I ever" episode they knew they had to do it.  It's a bit crazy to hear what they haven't done on all their trips and if there are any they are going to cross off the list before the end of 2022. The ladies also share that they are taking a break in...

Carrie has returned from a very "Royal" vacation and is sharing her thoughts on her Royal Caribbean cruise!  Find out what the highlights were and how it compared to other cruise lines. After her cruise she was off to Universal Orlando and made sure to experience Volcano Bay.  Hear all about her trip on this episode. Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @Pi...

Carrie and Fran are getting in the holiday spirit!  They're sharing the top 5 reasons to visit Walt Disney World during the holiday season.  From their favourite trees to treats and sweaters - there is something for everyone! Show Notes: The bathroom episode the ladies are taking about is episode 171 Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie...

Mickey Mouse collector Paul Bottos is joining Carrie and Fran to talk about the obscure items in his collection.  With over 10,000 Mickey Mouse items, you know there are some that just make you say "huh?".  Paul shares some of the unique things that he has found over the years of collecting and you might be surprised what Mickey Mouse was associated with!  Show Notes: To hear Paul's story and how...

Fran thinks this topic is long overdue, but Carrie doesn't agree!  The ladies are talking all about the restrooms in the 4 parks at Walt Disney World.  Which ones are their favourites?  Which ones are the most convenient?  Are some of them too small?  They are sharing ALL of their tips and tricks and what YOU need to know about the park restrooms. Show Notes: The link to the list of restrooms on t...

This week the ladies are taking a quiz to find out how well they know the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. But before the quiz they share the future plans for the podcast and the topics they want to cover. Show Notes: Find the quiz on AllEars.net The podcast accessory the ladies were talking about is the Rodecaster Pro Francine's Hairdresser is Andrea at Ferro Hair Art Find Francine and Carrie...

Disney parks have increased prices on food, drinks and Disney Genie and the ladies share what they think and it isn't all positive!  Have Facebook groups ruined the Disney planning experience?  Also, Francine shares her New York adventures and sailing on Norwegian Cruise Line.  What is it like to do a NON Disney Cruise?  Carrie is surprised by some of the comparisons. Show Notes: Find the price in...

The ladies discuss how awkward they feel about their upcoming non-Disney trips before they take a Disney Parks blog quiz! Show Notes: Find Francine's posts about her trip on the Playcation Travel social media here Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCrazy Facebook: Pixie Dust Fan   Pixie Dust Fan Facebook group: Pi...

After a full trip at Walt Disney World Dustin is sharing some of the experiences that the ladies haven't done including dining at Victoria and Alberts! Show Notes: Find Dustin at Steps to Magic online and on Facebook and Instagram Carrie's contacts are made by Bausch + Lomb and are called Bio True Fran's Wasp problem was solved by Power Pest Control in Toronto Find Francine and Carrie online: Webs...

After attending the D23 Expo the ladies are sharing their thoughts on the park announcements. Were they really 'expo worthy' announcements? Or were they a little lackluster? Carrie and Fran share their opinions and what they are most excited about! Show Notes: The list of announcements used as reference were from WDW News Today Francine's  pixie dust is Playcation Travel Ltd . Find Francine and Ca...

Carrie and Fran were in Disneyland park on Disney plus day and are sharing their experiences (including a ride evacuation!).  Also on this episode is a full review of their 3 days at the D23 Expo including shopping, Muppets, parks panel and celebrity sightings! Show Notes: The podcast episodes referenced on this episode: Elantrice is dizthrubrowneyes on Instagram and was on episode 81 Bob Gurr was...

Carrie and Fran have arrived at the Disneyland Hotel and are sharing their adventures at Disney's California Adventure Park.  From lunch at the Lamplight Lounge, World of Color and the Oogie Boogie Bash in the middle of a heat wave, they're sharing their reviews! Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCrazy Facebook:...

It's finally time for Carrie and Fran to return to Disneyland together! This is the start of the trip and there are already shenanigans! Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie on Instagram: @MuppetCrazy Facebook: Pixie Dust Fan   Pixie Dust Fan Facebook group: PixieDustFanGroup Support Pixie Dust Fan by shopping our affiliates Find Pixie...

Carrie and Fran are preparing for their Disneyland trip that is only a few days away.  They have park time planned and finish the week at the D23 Expo - but are they ready?  They're sharing what's left on the to-do list.  Also, the ladies are contemplating if they resemble 2 very famous best friends. Show Notes: The clip from the beginning of the podcast can be found on YouTube and is titled "Sesa...

Carrie and Fran are challenging each other to discover what is important to them.  They have to come up with 5 things that they would spend their money on for $19.99 or less.  It could be food, a souvenir or an experience - but each item must be under budget. Show Notes: The Marshmallows Fran gave Carrie from Disney Springs were from wondermade.com/dswonder Carrie's Marshmallows are called Stuffed...

Carrie travels to Walt Disney World for the Disney pin event and the two pals got to spend some time together.  There were fries, waffles, marshmallows and cheesecake - and some other stuff they did!  Find out all about day 1 at the pin event and how they handled the weather on this episode. Show Notes: The Marshmallows from Disney Springs were from wondermade.com/dswonder Carrie's Marshmallows ar...

After planning her Walt Disney World trip in 8 days, Francine has arrived!  She's sharing her experience using Magic Band + as well as her ride on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Epcot.  Was it something she would recommend to others?  Carrie and Fran compare notes and there may be a spoiler or two! Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustF...

Carrie is sharing all that she knows about MagicBand + and the ladies are debating if it's all that it should be.  Fran is sharing how she planned a Walt Disney World trip in 8 days! Show Notes: The podcast we referred to:  1923 Main Street The YouTube Carrie watched was on The Daily Woo channel here Find Francine and Carrie online: Website: https://PixieDustFan.com Instagram: @PixieDustFan Carrie...