Addicted to the Mouse: Disney Podcast | Disney World, Universal, & Cruise Vacation Planning

On today’s Disney podcast, we are taking you with us as we experience two full afternoons trying all of the best food and drinks at the 2025 Festival of the Holidays in Epcot. From several different beer flights to new food offerings (along with some classic favorites), we are reviewing the best (and worst) things to try when visiting Epcot this Holiday Season. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post 2025 Epcot Festival of the Holidays | On the Go appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through all of the Bucket List Disney World Dining for every meal type. From character dining to fancy meals for celebrations, these are the most popular restaurants to visit on Walt Disney World property. What’s your favorite restaurant at Disney? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Bucket List Disney World Dining appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking through all of the Walt Disney World resorts and the reasons why we would stay at or avoid each of them. Depending on what your budget allows and the priorities for your family during your vacation, there are reasons to book each of these resorts…and reasons to stay away from them. These are all of our reasons for staying and avoiding each resort, whether they are Value, Moderate, Deluxe, or Good Neighbor. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical Vacations. For free concierge vacation planning, specializing in Disney and Universal Vacations, visit https://www.fantasticalvacations.com We would love you to join us on Patreon! Thanks so much for supporting the show. We also have Addicted to the Mouse Merchandise! You can check it out at https://addictedtothemerch.com Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and catch us every Sunday for the podcast. Join us every Sunday and Wednesday evening as we take you to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, on Disney Cruise Line, Universal Studios and everywhere in between! We can be found at www.addictedtothemouse.com and be reached at danandleslie@addictedtothemouse.com Please also connect with us here: Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/addictedtothemouse Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@AddictedtotheMouse Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AddictedtotheMouse/ Instagram – https://instagram.com/addictedtothemouse/ The post Pros and Cons for Staying at Every Disney World Resort appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are taking a break from the parks and cruises and focusing on being thankful (and the release of Stranger Things Season 5). To all of you out there that have listened, watched, subscribed, booked trips, and stopped us in the parks to say hi….Thank You!! You have all meant so […] The post Happy Thanksgiving…Disney World Style 🦃🍁 appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking all about Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World. Understanding the three tiers of Lightning Lanes and how to purchase them is just the beginning. Once you know the mechanics of how to skip the standby queues for Disney World attractions, you have to actually choose which ones you’re […] The post How to Choose Lightning Lanes at All Disney World Theme Parks appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are reviewing our experience from Disney Jollywood Nights in Hollywood Studios two nights ago. We had a wonderful time enjoying all of the entertainment and food & beverages offerings for this specialty event. Then, we’re talking all about Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays for 2025. From the Storytellers to the […] The post Jollywood Nights Review and Festival of the Holidays appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are trying something a little different. We’re bringing you with us as we explore al of the areas around Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship – Disney Destiny. Join us as we tour every public space on board and describe the theming, hidden gems, and amazing decor of this incredible new […] The post Walking Tour of the Disney Destiny | On the Go appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We just got off Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, Disney Destiny, for the 3-night Christening Cruise. We’re taking you with us as we experience everything from the brand new Hercules musical to a wonderful Marvel-themed adult comedy show. From the Lion King restaurant to all of the villains, we’re covering it all as we sail […] The post DISNEY DESTINY – 3 Nights on DCL’s Newest Cruise Ship | On the Go appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We are back from Disneyland and getting ready to head to the Disney Destiny! Before we do, we’re salivating over all of the amazing holiday-themed food that you can soon find across the Disney World Parks, Resorts, and Disney Springs without needing to purchase tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party or Disney Jollywood Nights. […] The post Disney World Holiday Foodie Guide Outside of the Parties appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

We are back in Disneyland here in Anaheim, California! After two and a half years, it’s amazing being back in one of our favorite places to visit. On today’s Disney podcast, we are taking you with us as we explore Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for the day before we check into our conference this […] The post Disneyland and Disney California Adventure – On the Go appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

There is a ton of buzz around Artificial Intelligence and everything it can do right now, but would you trust it to plan your family’s expensive Disney vacation? On today’s Disney Podcast, we asked both ChatGPT and Google Gemini to plan the perfect Disney World vacation for a family of four going for a week. […] The post We asked AI to Plan the Perfect Disney World Vacation… appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is coming up in just over a week and we are so excited to have holidays back at Disney World! Today, we’re talking through everything you can experience at this year’s MVMCP, including the Foodie Guide for all of the party-specific specialty food and drinks. Enjoy! This episode […] The post Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party | 2025 Foodie Guide and More appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

It’s almost Holidays in Disney World! In just a couple of weeks, we’ll be back in Hollywood Studios for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025. After a rough start in 2023, this hard-ticketed event was much improved in 2024. We are REALLY excited to get back and see what’s new for Jollywood Nights this year. Enjoy! This […] The post Jollywood Nights | Everything Coming to Hollywood Studios for This Year’s Holiday Event appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

It’s been two and a half years since we were last at Disneyland! On today’s Disney Podcast, we are looking forward to our upcoming trip out to Anaheim, visiting Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. We’re talking about everything we are most looking forward to when we head out to the West Coast to […] The post The Ultimate Disneyland Countdown: Our Top 50 Must-Dos appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we bring with us on a Disney Cruise (for each destination) as well as the prohibited items that Disney will not let you bring on the ships. Whether you’re sailing the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, or elsewhere, these are all the things you should consider bringing with you […] The post The Ultimate Disney Cruise Line Packing List appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the similarities and differences between all six Disney Cruise Line ships and then ranking all of them. We’re covering the best benefits and some drawbacks with each class of ship and combining that with the theming of the spaces and entertainment offerings you will find on each. […] The post Disney Cruise Line Showdown: Ranking the Disney Ships appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about our favorite meal to eat while at Disney World…BRUNCH! Whether we are sleeping in for a rest day or taking a break from the parks, we love a good Disney brunch. Today, we’re talking about our favorite brunch options at Disney World, where you can find them, […] The post Where to Find the Best Brunches in Disney World appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are talking about the Holidays at Disney World and Universal Orlando. Today, Disney World released packages for 2026 Holidays (November and December) and Universal Orlando released specialty add-ons (like meeting the Grinch) for this Holiday Season in 2025! We know that we’re still a few weeks away from Halloween, but […] The post Disney and Universal Holidays Are Right Around the Corner appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are covering everything we consider taking with us into the Disney World theme parks as well as the prohibited items that Disney will not let you bring into their parks. Whether you’re going to Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom, these are all of the things you should […] The post The Ultimate Disney World Theme Park Packing List appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

On today’s Disney Podcast, we are heading back to one of our favorite places to visit when at Walt Disney World – Epcot’s World Showcase. Comprised of eleven countries, the World Showcase takes cultural immersion to a whole new level in a theme park. From the character meets and dining experiences to the shopping and […] The post Ranking All the Countries in Epcot’s World Showcase appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.