The Unwinding Podcast

We've officially been Floridians for 3 months! We'll chat the things we like, the things we don't so far and if anything surprised us about living in the Orlando area. Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindingsTravels and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Join our monthly newsletter - ht...

Somehow we’ve been together nearly a decade and a lot has changed in those 10 years, including how we travel. Our first trip to Mexico for our Honeymoon in 2014 using Cheap Caribbean and getting to the airport at 2am, to years of no traveling and now to making travel our personality. Kidding… kinda. We wouldn’t change our experiences that we’ve had, but we can help you not make the same mistakes....

Alex found an article about the 16 best places to travel in 2024 from the Points Guy so for fun, we’re having Chris blind react to them. From the Bissagos Islands to “Train Travel”, this list is definitely unique. We had a lot of fun talking through the options and if we’d travel there or not. Hope you enjoy! The article we reference - https://thepointsguy.com/guide/best-places-to-travel-2024/ Get...

When is your favorite time to visit Disney World? Not sure? We’ll discuss it all. From January all the way to December of 2024… Alex and Chris chat about everything going on throughout the year that can help you narrow down your best time to visit the most magical place on earth. Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWi...

As 2023 comes to a close, we take a second to look back at our travel in 2023 and share our 2024 plans with you. We’re really excited about 2024 and ready to see what it brings. What are your travel plans for 2024?! Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Joi...

We discuss our favorite park today, Epcot. We tell you our top 5 things you don’t want to miss at Epcot in 2024. We also talk about our top 3 things we’ve never done and look forward to doing in the new year. Epcot may have not been your favorite park before this episode, but we hope it gives you some ideas for future visits. And we secretly hope it persuades you to like Epcot as much as we do… Fo...

We went to both of Disney World’s holiday parties and might have some hot takes for you. Jollywood Nights is the newest party this year over at Hollywood Studios and Very Merry has been around for years in the Magic Kingdom. We discuss our experience, what we think could be improved and if we think these parties are worth your time. A healthy amount of arguing and banter in this one.  Follow us on...

We spent our Thanksgiving away from family in Florida and instead of making a big meal, we went to Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom. Serving a Thanksgiving meal all year long, Liberty Tree was a great option for us. Also… Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake… We also talk about a few other random things and what we’re grateful this year. Enjoy it! Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantasti...

We talk all about Universal Studios Holidays today. From Grinchmas to a daily Macy’s Parade, we are super excited to experience all that Universal has to offer this holiday season! Alex also quizzes Chris on holiday trivia. Tune in to see how he does. Tell us your favorite way to unwind in the comments or head to Alex’s Instagram and comment on her latest post. @AlexWindings Follow us on Socials....

Alex and Chris talk all about what’s going on for the holidays at Disney World, what they’re excited about and what they’ll be doing. From Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to the free Christmas Tree Stroll at Disney Springs, the Windings talk about it all. Tell us your favorite way to unwind in the comments or head to Alex’s Instagram and comment on her latest post @AlexWindings Follow us on So...

Alex and Chris recap their move to Orlando from packing up the house to what they’ve been doing the first 2 weeks here. What they would do the same and what they would do differently if they did the process over again. We also announce the winner of Battle of the Disney World Vacation in this one. Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Faceboo...

Alex and Chris finish their battle to see who can plan the best vacation at Epcot in Walt Disney World.  They have a lot of similarities in this park, but a few differences as well. Right or left? Canada or Mexico? We talked about it… Remember to go to Alex’s Instagram @AlexWindings the day after this launches to cast your vote. Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacat...

Alex and Chris continue their battle to see who can plan the best vacation at Hollywood Studios. Who chose the best meal at Woody’s Lunchbox or Baseline Tap House? We’ll let you decide. Remember to go to Alex’s Instagram @AlexWindings the day after this launches to cast your vote. And listen next week for our last day at Epcot! Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacati...

Today Alex and Chris talk all the things they’re leaving behind in Murfreesboro, TN as they move to Orlando. From family and friends to a long list of delicious food places, there’s a lot to leave behind when you’re moving 10 hours away.  Food List in Murfreesboro: Sabaidee Cafe, Domenico’s Deli, Donut Palace, Donut Country, Luca’s Pizza, Joanie’s, Slick Pig BBQ, Boro Bar & Grill and more. Fol...

Alex and Chris continue their battle to see who can plan the best vacation. Today they’re talking about their day at Animal Kingdom park and it’s a battle of who picks the best snacks and food at Nomad Lounge. Kidding… well kind of. Listen to find out and don’t forget to go vote on Instagram the next day! Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on...

Alex and Chris continue their battle to see who can plan the best vacation. Today they’re talking about their day at Magic Kingdom park. Genie+ or no Genie+? Fireworks Dessert Party or not? They decided… but you get to choose! Don’t forget to vote on Thursday over on Alex’s Instagram stories.  Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Ge...

Alex and Chris snuck off to Central Florida for a 72 hour trip to find a home. Within a few short days a lot happened, listen to find out the next step in our moving to Orlando process. Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Join our monthly newsletter - htt...

Alex and Chris battle it out to see who can plan a better week long Disney World vacation. The fun part… you get to choose who wins and the winner gets to plan our first night out in Orlando when we move next month. The stakes are high on this one… Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https:...

Alex conquered Halloween Horror Nights without peeing her pants and surprisingly enjoyed it! Listen in for a post-trip recap of Universal and all the spookiness of HHN32! Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Join our monthly newsletter - https://forms.gle/...

This is probably no big surprise to y’all that know Chris & Alex… but they’re moving to Orlando! They talk all about what led them to this decision, what they’re excited about and nervous about in regards to the move and more. Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7f...

As Alex preps for Halloween Horror Nights, we talk about HHN in 2023, what to expect from the event and more. Also another “100 seconds of” hits this episode!  Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://forms.gle/qPWR7fP4YHJ5kLmK7 Join our monthly newsletter - https://forms.gle/DzbfsPB4Wf6...

Chris and Alex visit the Happiest Place on Earth for the first time… part 2. We talked too much so this episode got split into 2 parts. In this episode, we discuss our time at Disney California Adventure Park and do our first 100 seconds of.  Follow us on Socials. Instagram - @AlexWindings and Fantastical Vacations by Alex Windings on Facebook Get a free quote for your next vacation - https://form...

Chris and Alex discuss their June 2023 trip to Walt Disney World where they celebrate Alex’s 30th birthday by seeing Simple Plan at Epcot, enjoying the Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party and have some not so great flights to and from Orlando.

Chris and Alex visit the Happiest Place on Earth for the first time. They’ll discuss all the details from where they stayed to Genie+ and all the good food they ate along the way. Our hosts tend to talk a lot so this is part 1. Look for part 2 next week. 

Chris and Alex introduce the Unwinding Podcast in today’s first episode. They discuss their hopes for this podcast, some of their favorite things and what you can expect from this community.