Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including best WDW tips, favorite food item, DVC maintenance fees, a ride about Walt, and WDW’s 100th Anniversary. The previously announced Disney Parks Around The World – A Private Jet Adventure sold out before becoming available to the public. The Brightline high-speed rail station planned for Disney Springs has been canceled. Bibbidi...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including a WDW ‘Would you rather?’ and Disney shirts. A rumor claims that DVC is considering creating a paid member perks program called ‘Membership Magic Diamond Level’. Top of the World lounge returns in July with a pricey re-opening party, a new theme, and new rules for access. Disney patented technology for a ‘robot sherpa’ that cou...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including ways to ruin a day at Disney, bragging about DVC and favorite Disney dads. Damon talks about his recent conversations with listeners about Hilton Head, his upcoming Dollywood trip, and mini golf. Adventures by Disney announces Disney Parks Around The World – A Private Jet Adventure, which takes guests to every Disney park aroun...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including unlimited Lightning Lane for a day, the Brightline Train to WDW, getting Damon back to Disney, DVC staycations, food to bring to the parks and best mac and cheese on property. The remaining DVC Rooms at the new Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa were declared into the Grand Floridian Condo Association. Disney a...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including owning DVC until it expires, Disney Parks book recommendations, activities outside of WDW, DVC add on advice, things that make the guys happy, and annual pass changes. The guys talk about games and tv shows they have been enjoying recently. A new restaurant called “Summer House on the Lake” will debut at Disney Springs in 2023....

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including getting married at Disney, Damon’s future vacation plans, favorite ramen flavors, Tron opening date speculation, travel entertainment, DVC member cruise benefits, and Genie+. Top of the World Lounge will reopen this summer and the guys speculate on what changes are being made. The guys talk about cartoons including the new Chip...

On this Episode The guys are back from their WDW trip and give a trip report from the meetup. Disney filed a patent for ride vehicles that automatically reset physical and digital effects. The initial artist lineup for the 2022 Eat to the Beat Concert Series at EPCOT has been released. Details for the Virtual Queue and Lightning Lane have been announced for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind....

The guys travel to WDW for a listener meetup and some EPCOT Flower & Garden food. New Episode next week!

On this Episode Damon returns to the show and gives a report on his recent trip to Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort. The guys answer listener questions on topics including alternative Starcruiser costumes and the biggest musical acts today. Disney debuted four new Star Wars themed photo ops to celebrate May the 4th. New details have been revealed about the ongoing EPCOT transformation including...

On this Episode Tom and Trevor discuss plans for the upcoming listener meetup and answer listener questions on topics including favorite non-Disney vacations, a gift for Trevor’s wife, VIP Tour itinerary, booking dining, and travel toothbrushes. DVC has announced a new member cruise for 2023. A Disney executive confirmed the name of the new DVC Villas at Disneyland. The Meta Quest Virtual Reality...

On this Episode The guys welcome Andy Berry from DVC Resale Market to the show and answer listener questions on topics including international DVC contracts, direct price increases, hottest resale contracts, the Disneyland DVC tower, getting Damon to the parks, and airport preferences. DVC announced that the ‘reimagined’ Top Of The World Lounge at Bay Lake Tower will reopen soon and the guys specu...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including a walking trail to Animal Kingdom, tipping etiquette, bus service to WDW from Vero Beach, and virtual queues. Damon is back from his trip to Vero Beach and gives his review of the resort. A site plan was revealed for the new DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. DVC introduces a new direct purchase gift package. Cast...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including holiday overlays, a new EPCOT country, nice people, alternative Soarin’ films, moving a Disney park, and adding a scene to PhilharMagic. Disney announced the official opening date for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind along with a trailer for the ride. DVC Members and Annual Passholders will soon be able to register for a...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including EPCOT festivals, most huggable characters, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, and ride overlays. Damon wants to commission a new carved wood sign for his family, but can’t decide on the theme. Pricing incentives for the new Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa have been released. An Imagineer working on the Galactic Starcr...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including Disneyland advice, a WDW concert venue, what to do with Discovery Island, the Poly Tower location, favorite vacation memories, and restaurant theme ideas for the Poly Tower. DVC raised the direct prices for several sold out resorts to $200 per point. Construction on the DVC Disneyland Tower has gone vertical. Minnie Vans will r...

On this Episode The guys are joined by Ziggy from ZiggyKnowsDisney.com . The group answers listener questions on topics including how Disney views DVC members and DVC building expansions instead of new resorts. Ziggy gives the guys an extensive review of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser from his recent trip. DVC announced plans to develop new villas at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Aristo...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including Galactic Starcruiser characters, changing DVC perks, hosting Welcome Home, a rumor about the Skyliner expanding, Moonlight Magic, and Disney countdowns. Disney announced that new enhancements are coming soon to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn including a redesigned lobby, cafe, refurbished rooms, a new sandwich shop, and a new bakery. D...

On this Episode The guys welcome Jodi from DVC Resale Market to the show. The group answers listener questions on topics including looking at DVC points as a portfolio, favorite seasons, hidden break spots at the parks, going out of the way to visit the parks, and non park vacations. Point sales for the second phase of Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa have begun and the group di...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including room assignment, Galactic Starcruiser marketing, and the current point borrowing limit. The media and bloggers were given a preview of the Galactic Starcruiser and the guys give their thoughts on the new hotel experience. A new 50th Anniversary Annual Passholder magnet is now available. A Disney executive accidentally posted th...

On this Episode The guys welcome Caity from the Disney+ Roulette podcast. Caity gives the guys a trip report from her recent Disney Cruise and trip to WDW. The group answers listener questions on topics including adding blue card benefits, new behind the scenes experiences, puppets, alternate ride tracks, and bringing guests to WDW. DVC announced that it will resume sales of the Villas at Disney’s...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including their last Disney trip ever, a new festival for EPCOT, total Disney trips, guest sponsored traditions, the people watcher, and designing a new dining experience. The guys recap Disney’s recent earnings call where they made statements about capacity, Genie+, attendance, and the metaverse. Disney announced a new free to play comb...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including room requests, re-theming a DVC resort, adding bidets to resorts, first time DVC purchase, and banking points for Adventures by Disney. DVC has declared units at Phase 2 of the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa into the Condo Association, signaling that sales may begin soon. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser cos...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including fan support, STEM competitions, hotel refurbishments, DVC member wave, restaurants at WDW, saving money on trips, and Fantasmic reopening date. Disney announced the return and premiere dates of several entertainment options including the Festival of Fantasy parade, the revamped Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire and the new Disn...

On this Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including selling DVC contracts, Figment popcorn buckets, EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary, bringing older kids to Disney, and Disney guilty pleasures. DVC confirmed that the popular member lounge in EPCOT will continue to be available in 2022. Disney announced that Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land will open in 2022 along with a new shop. Spa...

On this Episode The guys answer a listener’s question about Pixar’s newest movie going straight to Disney+. Disney announced that several popular restaurants are reopening including Jiko and Flying Fish. Disney recently released a video about how they recycle the large gingerbread houses they create for the holidays. New pressed penny designs have been announced to celebrate the 50th Anniversary a...