Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

On This Episode Tom gives an update about his upcoming vacation. The Disney Parks team was at SXSW and announced the opening date for the Mandalorian Smuggler’s Run overlay. Plus, new details about the upcoming Cars land at WDW, the new Monsters Inc. coaster, and the Stark Flight Lab attraction coming to Disneyland. The BDX Droids, first tested at Disneyland, will be making their way to parks arou...

On This Episode New Disney Lego sets have been released including Lilo & Stitch, Star Wars, and Bluey. Lucasfilm President, Kathleen Kennedy, denies reports that she is nearing retirement. Disneyland released new information about Disneyland After Dark: 90s Nite including a Powerline Max popcorn bucket and nostalgic snacks. The guys review food from the California Adventure Food & Wine Fes...

On This Episode The guys are joined by Sam and Brian from DCL Duo to help Tom with his upcoming cruise on the Disney Treasure and answer DCL questions from listeners. Disney Cruise Line announced new details about the upcoming Disney Adventure cruise ship. Recent reports indicate that the upcoming resort, Lakeshore Lodge, will retain the large pool and lazy river previously included in the plans f...

On This Episode The DVC Lounge at EPCOT now features character meet and greets after hours for Membership Magic Beyond members. Disney Visa cardholders can get a discount on direct DVC purchases. Disney previewed the experiences and merch coming to the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. New Sorcerer Mickey merch debuted at WDW. New experiences are debuting at Disney Parks for C...

On This Episode DVC announces a members only river cruise in France. Disney teased a new meet and greet with Luke Skywalker for the first time ever at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. It’s Tough to Be a Bug will be closing soon so construction can begin on a new Zootopia show, debuting in late 2025. A new playground is under construction at EPCOT. Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th anniversary celebration start...

On This Episode The Disneyland DVC Member lounge added a model room. DVC brings back the Valentine’s Day member event. A recent article states that Disney will convert the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser building into Imagineering offices. Disney Cruise Line brings back the Dine and Play package. Disney revealed the full Garden Rocks lineup for the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival....

On This Episode Tom gives an update on his DVC resale contracts. Disney released new details about the upcoming Villains show at Hollywood Studios and the new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom. Disney announced closing dates for Muppet*Vision 3D and the surrounding restaurants in preparation for Monsters Inc. land. With the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival around the corner,...

On This Episode The guys take a look at the newly refurbished Bay Lake Tower rooms. Disney breaks ground on the upcoming Tropical Americas Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom while demolition of DinoLand, U.S.A. begins. LEGO announced that Bluey LEGO sets will be available sometime this summer. As the Haunted Mansion reopens at Disneyland after a long refurbishment, new details about the updated Bride...

On This Episode DVC announces registration dates for Moonlight Magic 2025 events along with some new restrictions. DVC also modified point transfer rules to make them more flexible. Disney Cruise Line will start building smaller ships after the current class is completed. A Haunted Mansion bride souvenir sipper materialized at Disneyland. The free dining plan offer returns for 2025. The guys discu...

On This Episode The guys go over their holidays and Damon has a 2025 resolution. Tom recently bought and sold DVC contracts. The 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will feature a Broadway exhibit at CommuniCore Hall. Disney is surveying guests on whether they’d like to see the Simpsons in Disney Parks. Bluey will be coming to Disney Parks and Cruise Line along with a new feature film. D...

On This Episode The guys discuss recent TV shows and movies they’ve watched. Disney+ access is rolling out to WDW resorts. The guys discuss the newly opened Island Tower. Disney announced dates for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival along with some of the musical acts that will be featured. The Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade musical acts were announced. With the f...

On This Episode Construction has begun on a new DVC resort called Lakeshore Lodge, formerly known as Reflections. Membership Magic Beyond is now available and DVC has released more information about the benefits of the membership. The Island Tower is opening soon with a new restaurant called Wailulu Bar & Grill and the guys discuss the newly released menu. Disney World announced opening season...

On This Episode The guys discuss the recently released 2025 DVC dues. DVC released concept art and the name of the new DVC lounge being built in Frontierland. Disney has released the artist line up for the Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular. Disney announced that Muppet*Vision 3D will be closing to make way for Monsters, Inc. land and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster will be re-themed with Mupp...

On This Episode Bay Lake Tower is undergoing a refurbishment that may include pull-down sofa beds. With the Island Tower about to open, Disney talked about the history that inspired the new hotel. New interactive shoulder Banshees are coming to Pandora. The Disney Treasure cruise ship has reached its home port and Disney will livestream the christening of the ship. Disneyland Paris has announced d...

On This Episode The guys discuss a Disneyland trip report from a listener. DVC is offering add-on incentives at Saratoga Springs. EPCOT has some new activities and displays coming for the holidays. Disney released new merchandise for the upcoming movie Moana 2. Disneyland announced new holiday events coming to the resort. The guys discuss all of the holiday food coming to WDW and Disneyland. Podca...

On This Episode The guys talk about how they spent Halloween this year. The EPCOT DVC lounge reopened after a long refurbishment. New buyer incentives have been released for the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. According to rumors, the Spider-Man stuntronic show at Disney California Adventure may be ending soon. The guys discuss a rumor that Jellyrolls Piano Bar at Disne...

On This Episode On the live Halloween episode, Jodi from DVC Resale Market joins the guys to answer questions about the state of the resale market. DVC has new cruise themed MagicBand sliders and the life size Moana sculpture is installed at the Island Tower. The Cake Bake shop lowers some prices after their initial prices were criticized. MagicBand+ will now interact with select stage shows. Mick...

On This Episode The guys discuss the new paid membership extras program that DVC just announced. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will be closed for a long refurbishment. Disney has revealed the closing dates for some of DinoLand to prepare for the new land. Disney announced a new Lightning Lane option called Premier Pass which will allow guests to skip the lines without reservations. Disney Cruise L...

On This Episode The guys announce the details of their live show for Halloween. Member incentives have been announced for the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. The Disney Treasure will sail with guests for the first time in December, and Disney Cruise Line has released a preview of merchandise that will be available. New offers have been announced for 2025 at Disney World...

On This Episode The guys answer a listener question about Disney bucket lists. Construction on the canceled DVC resort, Reflections, appears to be restarting. DVC members may be getting a credit after Disney wins a lawsuit around property taxes. Shanghai Disney Resort has a new talking recycling bin which reminds the guys of PUSH the talking trash can. Star-Lord will be appearing at EPCOT. Rumors...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including the Yeti, a first stay as a new DVC member, and 3 DVC wishes. DVC released the base price per point for the Island Tower along with point charts and purchase dates. Disney released a first look at the Incredible Parr House being built at the Disney neighborhood Cotino. The holidays are just around the corner and Disney released...

On This Episode On this episode of the Waitlist, the guys discuss a rumor that Universal Studios is actively developing a replacement for Marvel Super Hero Island and what that may mean for Walt Disney World. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World DVC Rental Store - Largest and fastest-growing Disney Vacation Club rental service in the US Monera Financial - #1 in DVC Fin...

On This Episode The guys talk about their vacation plans for next year and talk about popcorn preferences. Disney Cruise Line announces a DVC Member cruise for the Disney Destiny in 2025. A new Villains Show will debut in Hollywood Studios in Summer 2025, replacing Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. TRON Lightcycle Run will no longer have a virtual queue and will start utilizing a standby line. A...

On This Episode New permits have been filed for the site of the previously announced and canceled Reflections resort. Disney Cruise Line announced new details about the upcoming Disney Destiny ship which will feature a Pirates of the Caribbean themed bar. Disney After Hours returns in 2025 with new dates at WDW. Holiday celebrations return to Disneyland in November. New shops have been announced f...

On This Episode The EPCOT DVC Lounge gets a new name, sponsor and elevator. More details have been released about the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows including a new restaurant, kids pool, and terrace gardens. Deadpool will be joining the Disney Adventure and Disney Cruise Line revealed new concept art of the ship. Disney released a behind the scenes look at the process...