Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast

Welcome to Episode 163 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re looking back at our latest Walt Disney World trip and sharing some of the lessons we took away from the experience. From making the most of our time at the resorts and getting an early start in the parks to adjusting our plans, using Lightning Lane, and deciding what’s worth prioritizing. We’ll talk about what worked well and what we might do differently next time. We’ll also share some advice for making the most of your own Disney vacation. And as always...

Welcome to Episode 162 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re recapping our recent family trip to Walt Disney World! We’ll take you along for our split stay at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Disney’s Beach Club Resort, walk through our park order and daily itineraries, and share how we approached Lightning Lane planning. We’ll also chat about our dining experiences, favourite snacks, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and all the little moments and tips from our vacation. Whether you’re planning your own Disney trip or just love hearing about...

Welcome to Episode 161 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re recapping some of the biggest Disney news from the past week! We’ll take a look at everything announced for the 2026 holiday season at Walt Disney World, including Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Disney Jollywood Nights, new holiday attraction overlays, and festive offerings across all four parks. We’ll also discuss the latest details about Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Believe, and some significant price increases for theme park tickets, Annual Passes, food, and beverages. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’...

Welcome to Episode 160 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. Today, we’re putting ourselves in a bunch of different Disney vacation scenarios and talking about what we would do! From unexpected changes to your plans and tricky decisions in the Parks, to dining dilemmas, Resort surprises, and those moments when things don’t quite go according to plan, we’ll see how we’d handle a variety of Disney vacation curveballs. And as always, we’ll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 159 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our Resort Spotlight Series with Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort! We’ll take a look at the resort’s larger-than-life movie theming, including 101 Dalmatians, The Mighty Ducks, Fantasia, The Love Bug, and Toy Story. We’ll also cover the rooms, dining options, pools and recreation, transportation, location, and the pros and cons of staying here. And as always, we’ll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see you real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 158 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re recapping my most recent trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort! We'll get into Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party with the boys, our four-park day challenge, and getting a sneak peek at the new Magic of Disney Animation! We’ll also get into our time at Universal Orlando Resort and Epic Universe for two days of attractions, dining, and entertainment, followed by a night at Halloween Horror Nights. We’ll share our favorite moments, some of the food we tried, a few tips f...

Welcome to Episode 157 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re taking a look at some of the questions Guests ask most often when planning a Walt Disney World vacation! We’ll be sharing our thoughts, tips, and advice on everything from choosing a Resort hotel and deciding how many days to visit, to Park Hopper, Lightning Lane, dining, budgeting, and more. Whether you’re planning your first trip or your tenth, there may be a question, or an answer, you’ve been wondering about. Hopefully we can answer it here! And as always, we’ll brin...

Welcome to Episode 156 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re catching up on the latest news from the Disney Parks, including some of what’s new and coming soon to Walt Disney World. We’ll also share a travel update as Olivier gets ready to head to Walt Disney World, along with several other trips we have lined up between now and February of 2027.  Today is a little bit of Disney news, a little bit of travel talk, and a chance to catch up before we hit the road! Enjoy, have a great day, and...

Welcome to Episode 155 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our Resort Spotlight series with a closer look at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort. We’re discussing the resort’s larger-than-life music-themed theming, room options, dining, pools and recreation, transportation, location, and the pros and cons of staying at one of Walt Disney World’s Value Resorts. We’ll also get into what makes All-Star Music unique compared to the other All-Star Resorts (hello family suites!), who we think it’s best suited for, and whether it’s the right fit for your next Walt Dis...

Welcome to Episode 154 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re diving into everything you need to know about the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! We’re breaking down all of the Global Marketplaces and their menu offerings, Emile’s Fromage Montage, the returning scavenger hunts, including Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak and Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit, the new Cheers to Cheese exhibit coming to CommuniCore Hall, and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and Dining Packages. We’ll also share some of the things we’re most excited to try. And as always, we’ll br...

Welcome to Episode 153 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we're recapping the big announcements from Horizons: A Carousel of Progress at D23 in Anaheim! We're breaking down everything coming to Walt Disney World Resort, including Tropical Americas and Pueblo Esperanza at Disney's Animal Kingdom, with its new Encanto and Indiana Jones attractions, Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Piston Peak National Park at Magic Kingdom, and Villains Land. We'll also discuss the upcoming refurbishments across Walt Disney World, including updates to Expedition Everest and Spaceship Earth. Plus, we'll cover the news coming out of Disneyland Re...

Welcome to Episode 152 of the Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we're getting into all things Halloween at Walt Disney World Resort! We're taking a closer look at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom, including the entertainment, attraction overlays, trick-or-treating, and exclusive offerings you'll only find during the party. We'll also run through the Foodie Guide for this year's event, check out some of the Halloween treats coming to Disney Springs, and highlight some of the other spooky offerings happening around Walt Disney World. And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have...

Welcome to Episode 151 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our Resort Spotlight series with a closer look at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. We’re discussing the resort’s charming turn-of-the-century Atlantic City-inspired theming, room categories, dining options, pools and recreation, transportation & location, and the pros and cons of staying at one of Walt Disney World’s most ideally located Deluxe Resorts. We’ll also share who we think Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is best suited for, what makes it stand out from the other EPCOT Resort Area hotels, and whether its great location a...

Welcome to Episode 150 of the Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we'll be having some fun with a Walt Disney World Fantasy Draft! We'll be taking turns drafting our picks of different categories that make up a Disney vacation. Which attractions to rope drop, best restaurants, resorts, snacks, nighttime entertainment, and much more. Once a pick is made, it's off the board! Tune in to find who which picks made our draft! And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we'll see ya real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 149 of the Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we're continuing our resort spotlight series with Disney's Contemporary Resort. We're discussing the resort's iconic history, modern theming, room categories, dining, pools and recreation, transportation, and the pros and cons of staying at one of Walt Disney World's original Resort hotels. We'll also get into who we think Disney's Contemporary Resort is best suited for, what makes it unique compared to other Deluxe Resorts, and whether its unbeatable proximity to Magic Kingdom and great dining options make it the right fit for your next Walt Disney...

Welcome to Episode 148 of the Let’s Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we’re discussing the unwritten rules of visiting theme parks! From navigating busy walkways and attraction queues to fireworks etiquette and resort courtesy. We’re sharing some simple ways to help make the parks a more enjoyable experience for everyone. These etiquette tips can go a long way toward making your day, and everyone else’s, a little more magical. And as always, we’ll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 147 of the Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we're continuing our Resort Spotlight series with a deep dive into Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. We're discussing the resort's swanky Victorian-inspired theming, accommodations, dining, transportation, recreation offerings, and what it's like staying at Walt Disney World's "flagship" Deluxe Resort. We'll also get into who we think the Grand Floridian is best suited for, what makes it one of Disney's most iconic hotels, and whether its prime location on the Monorail Resort loop and premium amenities make it worth the price for your next Walt Disney...

Welcome to Episode 146 of the Let's Go to the Parks! Podcast. This week, we're highlighting the strengths of both Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. From attractions, resorts, dining, transportation, entertainment, and more, we're discussing what we think each destination does best. This isn't about picking an overall winner, it's about celebrating what makes each vacation unique and helping you decide which might be the better fit for your next trip. We'll also take a few minutes at the beginning of the episode to share why we've changed the name of the podcast and what you can...

Welcome to Episode 145 of the Let's Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we're sharing some of our strongest Disney opinions. The tips, strategies, and planning advice that we stand by trip after trip. From why rope drop is worth the early wake-up call, to our thoughts on Park Hopper tickets, resort days, character dining, EPCOT festivals, and more! We're discussing the Disney "hills" we're willing to defend. And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we'll see ya real soon! 

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Welcome to Episode 144 of the Let's Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we're sharing some helpful Walt Disney World tips and tricks for your 2026 vacation and beyond! This includes planning strategies, including Lightning Lane tips, dining hacks, stroller and playground advice for families, resort recommendations, party ticket strategies, attraction secrets, and more. We'll also cover some of the newest offerings around Walt Disney World, including Cool KIDS Summer activities, recent attraction updates, and Annual Passholder perks. And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we'll see ya real soon! 

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Welcome to Episode 143 of the Let's Go To Disney! Podcast. If you could only choose one… what would it be? In this week's episode, we're putting our Disney preferences to the test with a fun round of Disney-themed "Would You Rather" questions! From free Disney Dining Plans and Lightning Lane selections to fireworks, resorts, attractions, snacks, and festivals, we're making some tough choices and defending our answers along the way. Whether you're a meticulous planner, a snack enthusiast, a resort lover, or someone who spends every minute possible in the parks, this episode is a fun way to compare yo...

Welcome to Episode 142 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our resort spotlight series with a deep dive into Disney's Old Key West Resort. We’re discussing the resort’s laid-back Florida Keys-inspired theming, spacious accommodations, dining options, pools and recreation, transportation, location, and the pros and cons of staying at Disney’s original Disney Vacation Club Resort. We'll also get into who we think Old Key West is best suited for, what makes it unique compared to other Disney Resort hotels, and whether its relaxed atmosphere, large rooms, and proximity to Disney Springs ma...

Welcome to Episode 141 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re heading to Disney's Hollywood Studios for a fully updated park guide! With so many new offerings now open, and even more still on the way, we thought it was the perfect time to revisit Lucie's favorite park at Walt Disney World. We’re covering everything from the reimagined Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, the new Walt Disney Studios Courtyard area, updated Early Entry and Lightning Lane strategies, dining recommendations, entertainment, transportation tips, and...

Welcome to Episode 140 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our resort spotlight series with a deep dive into Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. We’re covering the resort’s theming and atmosphere, room categories, dining options, pools and recreation, transportation, location, and of course the pros and cons of staying here during your Walt Disney World vacation. We'll also get into who we think this resort is best suited for, what makes it unique compared to other Disney Resort hotels, and whether or not Saratoga Springs might be one of Disney’s most overl...

Welcome to Episode 139 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re talking about the Disney experiences, attractions, snacks, and little moments that we personally never skip during a trip to Walt Disney World. From must-do attractions and nighttime spectaculars, to favorite snacks, resort traditions, and simple moments that just make a Disney vacation feel complete, we’re sharing the things that have become our personal Disney non-negotiables over the years. These may not always be the biggest or most popular experiences, but they’re the ones that make every trip feel extra magical for us. And as a...

Welcome to Episode 138 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re talking about Disney dealbreakers. Small decisions that can quietly derail your day before it even gets going at Walt Disney World. From starting your morning off on the wrong foot, to poor park strategy, bad timing with meals & attractions, underestimating transportation, and trying to do way too much in one day. We’re breaking down the things that can turn a great park day into a stressful one, and how to avoid them. Think of this as the “what not to do” guide that can help y...

Welcome to Episode 137 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re heading to the West Coast with a beginner’s guide to Disneyland Resort. If you’re used to Walt Disney World, or planning your very first Disneyland trip, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down everything you need to know before you go, including the key differences between Disneyland and Walt Disney World, how tickets and park hopping work, what to expect from Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, where to stay, how transportation (or lack of it!) changes your trip, and how your p...

Welcome to Episode 136 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re bringing back one of our most fun episodes. This or That! With all new, lighthearted choices. From park strategy and attractions to dining, resorts, and everything in between, we’re putting ourselves on the spot and choosing between some seriously tough options across Walt Disney World. And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 135 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re continuing our resort spotlight series with a deep dive into Disney's Yacht Club Resort. We’re covering everything you need to know before booking a stay, including the resort’s elegant nautical theming, room categories, dining options, pools and recreation, and location and transportation. We’ll also break down the pros and cons of staying here and share our final thoughts on who this Deluxe Resort is best suited for. And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and w...

Welcome to Episode 134 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re talking about one of our favorite topics. Snacks! We’re breaking down the best snacks you can find in each park, the resorts, and Disney Springs in 2026. If you’re planning a trip and wondering what snacks are actually worth trying, or just looking to add a few new favorites to your list, this episode should help you find some inspiration! And as always, we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon! 

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Welcome to Episode 133 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re sharing the go-to strategies that we use every time we visit Walt Disney World. From how we start our park days to our midday game plan, food strategies, and transportation tips, we’re walking you through what actually works for us, and what we’ve stopped doing over time. We’ll also share the things we make a priority every trip, and the small decisions that can make a big difference in your overall experience. Whether you’re planning your first visit or looking to refine yo...

Welcome to Episode 132 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re giving you a complete overview of runDisney, everything you need to know before signing up for a runDisney event. From what race weekends actually look like, to how registration works (and how fast it sells out!), we’re breaking down the full runDisney experience. We’ll talk about the different race options, what it’s like running through the parks, character stops, early mornings, and how these events compare to traditional races. We'll also get into training, pacing requirements, and the pros and cons to help yo...

Welcome to Episode 131 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re getting into the best quick service restaurants across the four parks. We’ll cover our favorites and go-to’s, to help you decide which ones you might want to prioritize during your trip. And as always we'll bring you the latest park news. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon! 

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Welcome to Episode 130 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re talking about the Disney experiences that come with a higher price tag, but might actually be worth the splurge at Walt Disney World. From special events to unique tours and dining experiences, we’re breaking down some of the premium offerings across the parks and resorts to help you decide which ones might deserve a spot in your vacation budget. We’ll get into after-hours events and seasonal parties at Magic Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios, popular tours like the Keys to the Kingdom Tour and...

Welcome to Episode 128 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re putting the spotlight on one of Walt Disney World’s most iconic Deluxe Resorts, Disney's Beach Club Resort! We’re diving into everything you need to know before booking a stay, including the resort’s beach theming and history, room categories, dining options, pools and recreation, and location and transportation options. Of course, we’ll also cover the pros and cons of staying here and share our final thoughts on the resort as a whole. Whether you’re planning a family trip, a couples getaway, or ju...

Welcome to Episode 128 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re taking you into one of the most beautiful seasons at EPCOT, the International Flower & Garden Festival! We’ll get into an overview of what to expect, from the incredible Disney character topiaries and stunning gardens throughout the park, to Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration and the Garden Rocks Concert Series. And of course, we’re diving into the Outdoor Kitchens and this year’s Foodie Guide so you know exactly what to prioritize. And as always, we’ll bring you the latest Park News. Enjoy, have a great d...

Welcome to Episode 127 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re breaking down one of the most common upgrade questions at Walt Disney World: are Park Hopper tickets actually worth it? We’ll get into when it makes sense, when it probably doesn’t, the hidden time costs people forget about, and how to decide if it’s the right choice for you and your family. And as always, we’ll bring you the latest Park News. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon!

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Welcome to Episode 126 of the Let’s Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we’re having some fun and keeping things realistic as we ask: what would our Disney trip look like if we planned it tomorrow? We’re talking where we’d stay, which parks we’d prioritize, how we’d pace our days, and what we’d focus on to keep the trip stress-free and enjoyable. And as always, we’ll also bring you the latest Park News. Enjoy, have a great day, and we’ll see ya real soon! 

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Welcome to Episode 125 of the Let's Go To Disney! Podcast. This week we're having an honest conversation about Disney planning. We'll talk about why planning a Walt Disney World vacation can feel overwhelming, what really matters and what doesn’t, and how to take some of the pressure off while planning your trip. If you’ve ever felt stressed trying to do it all, this is a friendly reminder that Disney magic isn’t about perfect plans, it’s about enjoying the experience and the memories that you'll carry with you long after your trip ends. And as always, we'll al...

Welcome to Episode 124 of the Let's Go To Disney! Podcast. This week, we're covering the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Foodie Guide for 2026! We'll get into what the Food Studios will be offering in terms of new and returning eats and sips for this year. And as always, we'll also bring you the latest Park News! Enjoy, have a great day and we'll see ya real soon!

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