Vacationeers Theme Parks & More

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe jump in their DeLorean and go back in time to discuss their 2015 spring Walt Disney World vacation. It was Joe’s first full Disney experience and they reminisce about the parks, rides, shows and staying at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Before that however, in the first half hour of the show, they discuss alterations to their current upcoming vacation plans, how...

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe complete a March Madness bracket to see what is their favorite Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom attraction. Before that though, they discuss COVID-19 effects on theme parks and cruising. Tom also has a follow-up to episode 79 where he reveals which Disneyland attractions they rode the most during their 2019 visit. You can find the bracket on our Facebook page or th...

In this final segment of our 2019 California vacation, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss their visit to Disneyland. Before they do that however, " FU Kyle " returns along with poll results from whether a two track coaster should be counted as two credits and they talk about Bob Iger stepping down as Disney CEO. Check out our Youtube Disney Playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEx3d...

In this “ From The Queue '' episode, Tom, Ian and Joe debate their top 3 shooter dark rides in preparation to record the second episode of their new Youtube show, Vacationeers Lightning List .   If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Check out the latest addition to the Vacationeers line of media, episode one of the new Youtub...

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss Kings Dominion’s announcement that the Crypt ride is being removed, Busch Gardens Williamsburg uncovered 2021 coaster plans, Universal Studios Epic Universe updates and they end the show with updates of their 2020 vacation plans.  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Check out the latest add...

In this episode, Tom and Joe welcomes a special guest, Amy, who discusses her January 3, 2020, Norwegian 5-Day Western Caribbean cruise departing from Port Canaveral, Florida.  Before that though, they briefly discuss the Seaworld Orlando 2021 possible coaster rumor as well as some mechanical issues that occurred on the Carnival Elation.  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review...

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss Youtube and podcast stats as well as review their vacation plans for the new year.  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmarks             Twitter: Follow @VacationeerTom           Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChK5wPf0CJ...

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss their visit(s) to Busch Gardens Williamsburg for Christmas Town and what the area parks are all doing for New Year’s Eve (Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Six Flags America & Kings Dominion).  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmark...

In this episode, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss their Thanksgiving weekend trips. Joe gives a trip report for his visit to Orlando, Florida where they went to Seaworld Orlando, Disney Springs and more. Tom and Ian give their trip report for their visit to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, where they went to Dollywood, Island of Pigeon Forge, a mountain coaster and more.  If you enjoy this episode, please give a...

In part 4 of Tom’s 2019 family southern California vacation trip reports, Tom discusses the various experiences they enjoyed using the Go Los Angeles Card. This includes Pacific Park at the Santa Monica Pier, Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Hollywood Movie Star Homes Tour by Starline Tours, Madame Tussauds Hollywood and Universal Studios Hollywood. He also discusses his overall experience using the Go L...

In this episode, Tom, Joe, Ian & Jill welcome Carol and Chris on the show to discuss a lawsuit against Universal Studios, Kings Dominion rumor from KDFans, American Dream Mall’s Nickelodeon Universe and Aquatica Orlando’s 2020 new ride, Riptide Race. They then discuss a Six Flags America survey Tom received regarding member events. Finally, they talk to Chris about his recent Marine Corps Basi...

In the final VacationScares episode for the season, Tom, Joe & Ian discuss their visits to Busch Gardens Williamsburg Howl-O-Scream . They have another “spirited” segment of “ FU Kyle ” and wrap up the episode with suggestions to Busch Gardens for future Howl-O-Scream events.  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https...

In this VacationScares episode, Tom, Joe & Ian discuss their recent visit to Kennywood’s Phantom Fright Nights , as well as all the pricing information you may need to attend. He also talks about their kid friendly Halloween event, Happy Hauntings. You can also hear their thoughts of Steel Curtain. If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly apprec...

In this VacationScares episode, Tom, Joe, Ian & Jill discuss their recent visit to Halloween Haunt 2019 at Kings Dominion.  Halloween Haunt 2019 at Kings Dominion YouTube video: https://youtu.be/w0RIWQr23hY If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmarks             Twitter: ...

In the inaugural VacationScares episode, Tom, Ian and Joe discuss their recent visit to Orlando, Florida to attend Halloween Horror Nights 29. They also discuss their experience driving Joe’s Tesla down from Virginia as well as Joe and Tom’s quick trip to Busch Gardens Tampa so Joe could finally ride Falcon’s Fury. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmarks            Twitter...

In this From The Queue episode, the gang have to present 5 Halloween Horror Nights house ideas, then each vote for the top ten houses.  Then they discuss their upcoming Halloween Horror Nights trip, the houses, scare zones and entertainment and finally list their hype lists for the scare zones and houses..  If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly a...

In this theme park edition, listen as Tom and Joe discuss their experience at the 2019 Busch Gardens Williamsburg Bier Fest. They also discuss Joe’s BGW free beer fiasco, the 2020 new single-rail coaster coming to Six Flags Great Adventure, Tom’s Disney Plus purchase and more.  Check out our YouTube video from the BGW Bier Fest: https://youtu.be/m7c71zIhmYM If you enjoy this episode, please give a...

In part 3 of Tom’s 2019 family southern California vacation trip reports, Tom and Ian discuss their day at Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California. Check out our YouTube video from our trip of Calico River Rapids: https://youtu.be/mGevbKMprt4 If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom...

In part 2 of Tom’s 2019 family southern California vacation trip reports, Tom and Ian discuss their day at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Santa Clarita, California. If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmarks            Twitter: Follow @VacationeerTom           Youtube: https://...

In part I of Tom’s family southern California vacation trip reports, Tom discusses his experiences in San Diego, CA, including SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego Zoo, Mission beach, Belmont Park and much more. Check out these YouTube videos from our trip: Journey to Atlantis POV: https://youtu.be/Dhr9Fc5nXPo Manta POV: https://youtu.be/wb5VezdipD0 Koala & Panda Bear Fun: https://youtu.be/pPhLpuTdir...

In this Theme Park Edition, Joe and Tom discuss the Disneyland fight and a two-year-old who drove to a county fair alone to ride the Tilt-a-Whirl. Tom then discusses his latest visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and wraps up the episode by discussing Reddit southern California touring tips and the forecast weather. Thanks again to subsetsum & qazqaz98 for the tips! This is our last episode be...

In this Theme Park Edition, the guys ponder another “ From The Queue ” question and this time Tom asks Reddit for input. The “From The Queue” question: You are only allowed to enter 5 parks for ever again. This includes separate ticketed events, so if you want to go to HHN, you better pick Universal Studios. Also, you still must pay to enter, so if you get Universal annual pass and don’t pick Isla...

In this Theme Park Edition, Tom and Joe continue their preparation for their summer Southern California trip by discussing all things Universal Studios Hollywood . If you enjoy this episode, please give a “positive” review on iTunes, it would be greatly appreciated.          Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTom/?ref=bookmarks             Twitter: Follow @VacationeerTom           Youtu...

In this Theme Park Edition, Tom, Ian and Joe continue their preparation for their summer Southern California trip by discussing all things Knott’s Berry Farm. Before that however, first Joe tells of his family trip to Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival. Tom reveals the next two “From the Queue” topics that will be recorded in upcoming episodes in the next few months. Tom also announces that he...

In this Theme Park Edition, Tom and Joe dig in and review the 2019 Busch Gardens Williamsburg Food & Wine Festival.  Then Ian joins the show and they give their thoughts on the new Busch Gardens Williamsburg S&S Screamin’ Swing, Finnegan’s Flyer as well as the new Water Country USA ride, Cutback Water Coaster. Tom also gives some helpful tips on how to maximize your Water Country USA touri...