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On This Episode Tom is back from his cruise and gave a trip report. Damon gave a report from his recent short trip to the mountains. At D23 Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase last week, Josh D’Amaro announced the newest projects coming to Disney Parks and Experiences all over the world. The guys review all of the announcements from D23 and what they mean for the future of Disney Parks and Exper...

On This Episode Tom gives a preview of his upcoming cruise and talks about his experience seeing Deadpool & Wolverine. Disney Cruise Line announced new details of the upcoming Disney Destiny cruise ship including a Black Panther statue in the lobby, a Lion King themed restaurant, and a Cruella de Vil themed lounge. DisneyBand+ is launching on the upcoming Disney Treasure. The guys discuss some...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including leaving your car at a WDW park and solar panels over parking. Damon gives highlights from San Diego Comic-Con. Aulani brings back its adults only pool. Deadpool & Wolverine make their debut at Disney Parks (not WDW) along with new merch to promote the new movie. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the Wo...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including baby’s first Disney trip, multipass availability, park maintenance, and the Country Bear Jamboree set list. Disney also announced that the Hungry Bear Restaurant at Disneyland will be reimagined with a Country Bear theme. Trevor discusses his travel plans for next year. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in th...

On This Episode The guys are joined by special guest Dani from DVC Resale Market to discuss the state of the resale market, pricing specials, Reflections, and member lounges. Disney announced the panels coming to D23 this year and the guys recklessly speculate on what the poster for the event means. Disney Speedstorm is now on mobile devices. Disney has expanded their deal with the Oriental Land C...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including Food & Wine entertainment, Multipass strategies, and bringing toddlers to Disneyland. A new law went into effect in Florida that allows Disney to remove unruly DVC members. Country Bear Jamboree is returning soon, but D23 members can get an early preview of the show with a new ticketed event. The Eat to the Beat concert ser...

On This Episode Damon is back from his recent cruise and gives the guys a trip report. Genie+ is being retired and replaced with Multi Pass, which will allow guests to book advanced ride reservations. DVC introduces a series of free member events called Welcome Weeks. With Halloween starting in a few months at the parks, Disney announced some of the events and details that will be part of the cele...

On This Episode On this episode of the Waitlist, the guys react to a recent article which argued that Annual Passes have become a bad deal for Theme Parks. 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 Financing Welcome Home Patreon - Support the Show throug...

On This Episode DVC gives a look at the new pool coming to the Island Tower. A new DVC lounge has been confirmed for Magic Kingdom. During a recent media event, Chairperson of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Josh D’Amaro mentioned that D23 will have parks announcements outside of Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. The guys speculate on what those announcements could be. CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCo...

On This Episode The guys talk about spending time with family. Disney has revealed the room designs for the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows along with an opening date. Haunted Mansion is potentially receiving a projection mapping upgrade. Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point has now received its first visitors and the guys give their thoughts on the new island. Dis...

On This Episode The guys correct a few things they got wrong from the last few episodes. Disney has requested an extension for the construction permits for the future site of Reflections - a Disney Lakeside Lodge. With Tiana’s Bayou Adventure going into previews, Disney has released even more details about the attraction including footage of the entire ride. Country Bear Musical Jamboree’s refurbi...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including Disney+ in the same place as Hulu, snoring on vacation, getting stuck on Disney transportation, and Disney+ in hotel rooms. The EPCOT DVC lounge is closing for a 6 week refurbishment. DVC officially requested that the new Island Tower at the Polynesian be included in the existing condominium association. Disney debuted a new dr...

On This Episode Tom returns from his recent WDW and gives a full trip report. DVC announced new details about the upcoming DVC Tower at the Polynesian including new concept art, room types and the name of the tower. Disney announced the opening date of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea opened and the guys discussed the impressive attractions in the new land. Disneyland re...

On This Episode A new permit has been filed for the Imagination Pavilion at EPCOT and the guys speculate on the future of the pavilion. The Buzz Lightyear attraction at Tokyo Disneyland is closing and being replaced by a Wreck-It Ralph themed ride. The guys speculate on what that could mean for Buzz at Magic Kingdom. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World DVC Rental Stor...

On This Episode Tom gives a preview of his upcoming WDW trip. Disney gave a first look at the new “Smellephants” coming to Magic Kingdom. A new Marvel themed drone show is debuting at Hong Kong Disneyland. Disney has announced the dates for the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. May the 4th is around the corner and Disney has Star Wars themed food. Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Flori...

On This Episode The guys welcome Kerri from DVC Resale Market to the show to discuss resale market trends, specials, DVC lounge rumors, Poly buybacks, and resale restrictions. Disney filed a patent for a more aggressive version of Soarin’. The guys discuss a rumor that the “Beyond Big Thunder” project will include a modified version of Cars Land along with a desert themed land and Woody themed att...

On This Episode The guys answer a listener question about WDW becoming oversaturated with DVC rooms. The guys discuss a rumor that Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom will close to make way for a new DVC lounge. Walt Disney Imagineering gave an in-depth look at the new animatronics figures for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. WDW is expected to start filing permits to begin construction on the f...

On This Episode The guys discuss a rumor that DVC will be handing out gift cards for tours. Joe Rohde returns to Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney announced they are adding new buses to their fleet with better accessibility options. New critters are coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the guys discuss a rumor that the concept art contains an easter egg about the attraction's opening date. The guy...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including weight loss at Disney, Disney Institute, and favorite Disney movie. Cast Member pin trading makes a return in April. Disney Cruise Line announced that their newest ship will be called Disney Destiny and will be themed to heroes and villains. Disney has announced a new drone show debuting this summer at Disney Springs. CommuniCo...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including booking dining reservations for large groups, splitting meals, and live action remakes. Details of the 2025 DVC Member cruise have been announced. Disney gave an update on the construction of Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and revealed some of the park inspired merchandise that will be available on the Disney Treasure. To cele...

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including dining at Disneyland, table saving, home resorts, favorite DVC room category, best resort for a pool day, and best extra experience. The topiaries are up at the EPCOT Flower & Garden festival and they include some new effects. Scenes from Ahsoka, Andor and The Mandalorian are being added to Star Tours. Easter egg displays a...

On This Episode The winner of the 250th episode contest is announced. The guys answer a listener question about which Disney character would be the best driving instructor. DVC has announced the opening of a new Welcome Center at Disney Springs along with a new member lounge. Disney is selling the old cabins that are being replaced at Fort Wilderness. Starting in 2025, guests at WDW resorts will r...

On This Episode Trevor is back from his recent WDW trip and gives a full trip report. Tom gives a bonus trip report from his trip to the mountains. Disney announced an opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and gave a preview of the audio-animatronics figures that will be featured in the attraction. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale Market - #1 DVC Reseller in the World DVC Rental Store - Largest and...

On This Episode The guys are joined by guest hosts Blake and Becky. DVC has a new membership extra pin. DVC announced a limited time “Meet & Treat” event in February. Disney’s recent earnings report brought several announcements including movie release dates, an investment in Epic Games and more details about future parks investments. 1900 Park Fare is reopening at Grand Floridian after being...

On This Episode The guys are joined by Dani from DVC Resale Market to discuss current promotions, the state of the resale market, ROFR, Ft. Wilderness Cabins, DVC trust, and how direct price increases will impact the resale market. Trevor will be at WDW next week and gives a preview of his trip. With World Celebration opening in EPCOT, Disney is debuting a new wedding venue option. Pixar Place hot...