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A fun, honest and common sense approach to a Disney vacation. We discuss the latest Disney related news, rumors, Disney trip reports, Disney tips, tricks, and more! Our goal is to help you maximize your time, save money and have more fun!
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A fun, honest and common sense approach to a Disney vacation. We discuss the latest Disney related news, rumors, Disney trip reports, Disney tips, tricks, and more! Our goal is to help you maximize your time, save money and have more fun!
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English
Episodes
Ep 574 - Beyond the Attractions: Disney Without the Rides
9/18/2025
On this episode, we have some news about the scuba diving thief at Paddlefish, a new Florida resident 3 day ticket for this Fall, and the passing of a beloved gorilla at Animal Kingdom. For our discussion, we focus on emphasizing all the things you can do at Disney World that don't include the rides! From food to shopping and everything in between, you'll never run out of fun things to do on your vacation.
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Duration:01:12:52
Trip Tales Ep 95 - Kelena H.'s September Trip and Birthday Celebration
9/15/2025
On this episode, Kelena takes a 5 night trip to Disney World with her sister and her mother to celebrate her mom's birthday! They attended Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Hoop De Doo Revue, and even took the Caring for Giants tour at Animal Kingdom. She shared how she liked using the quick serve dining plan, and shared some tips of how to use it during an EPCOT festival. She also talked about the low crowds and being happy to travel during one of the slowest weeks of the year for Disney World.
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Duration:01:33:10
Trip Planning in the Age of AI - What You Need to Know
9/11/2025
On this episode, we have some news about Blizzard Beach closing for its annual refurbishment, enhancements coming to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, and a new sweepstakes for Disney+ rewards members. We also have a discussion about using AI to plan your Disney vacation: what it's good for, when not to use it, and some strategies to make it work best for you.
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Duration:00:45:55
CTM Universal Ep 92 - HHN Update, Epic Breaks More Records & Mark Woodbury Gives Insight On Future Plans
9/8/2025
On this episode, we have some more news updates about the latest going on with Halloween Horror Nights including a new option for those that don't want to get scared too much. Plus Epic is helping break more records for the Orlando economy plus we go over some of the statements that Universal Parks CEO Mark Woodbury gave about Epic Universe's impact and future plans for the park.
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Duration:00:51:38
Ep 572 - Destination: D23 Announcements + When is DINOSAUR closing at Animal Kingdom?
9/4/2025
On this episode, we have news about what was announced at Destination D23 including the restoration of the Cinderella Castle colors, Walt Disney audio animatronic being added to Carousel of Progress, and Tron: Lightcycle Run getting an Iron: Ares overlay to promote the new movie sequel. We also discuss when DINOSAUR and Restaurantosaurus will close next year, and how we can access those still opened areas until then.
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Duration:00:57:11
Ep 571 - Guide to EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival 2025
8/28/2025
On this episode, we have some updates about Zootopia: Better Zoogether opening date, Big Thunder Mountain new story elements, and concept art and the story for Rock N Roller Coaster starring The Muppets. And if you're wanting to know about this year's EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, we've got a full guide for you! We discuss the food, drinks, concert series, scavenger hunts, food stroll, merchandise, and more.
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Duration:00:58:21
CTM Universal Ep 91 - Are You Ready for Halloween Horror Nights 34??
8/25/2025
On this episode, we have our big preview of Universal's biggest yearly event, Halloween Horror Nights. It's the 34th year and it's the most exciting one so far! We cover the 10 haunted houses, scare zones, themed entertainment, discounts, tickets, tours, and so much more. This is the your ultimate guide to the event!
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Duration:00:31:57
Ep 570 - Beak and Barrel Reservation Issues + Changes to this year's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party
8/21/2025
On this episode, we have some news about how Beak and Barrel reservation opening day was a nightmare for the dining system, Food and Wine menus are here, and Disneyland nixes early entry - could Disney World be next? We also discuss all of the changes to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, including the characters, new dishes, and parade changes.
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Duration:00:59:25
CTM Universal Ep 90 - Rip Ride Rocket is Closed...What is Replacing it?
8/18/2025
On this episode, we talk about some news including the return of Volcano Bay Nights, Premium Scream Night at HHN 34 is sold out, and Passholder Appreciation Days are in full force. We also discuss what we think is replacing the now closed Rip Ride Rocket attraction, what might happen to Fast of the Furious: Supercharged, and if Universal would ever expand Hosgmeade into The Lost Continent.
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Duration:00:58:37
Ep 569 - Disney News + Our Blizzard Beach and Disney Starlight Parade Day
8/14/2025
On this episode, we have some news about Minnie Vans extending airport shuttle service to deluxe guests, a Villains panel at Destination D23 may reveal more details about the new land, and the new Little Mermaid Show will soon offer lighting lane passes. We also review our day at Blizzard Beach using the free admission perk on our check in day, and the new parade at Magic Kingdom. Did the parade live up to the hype?
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Duration:00:51:56
Trip Tales Ep 94 - Megan K.'s Disney World Trip with Friends & Celebrating a Milestone Birthday
8/11/2025
On this episode, Megan K. leaves the spouse and kids at home, grabs her friends, and heads to Disney World to celebrate turning 40! They visit Typhoon Lagoon, try out the Geo-82 adults-only lounge, and do all of the thrill rides. The goal was to have a carefree and more chill trip, and they accomplished that.
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Duration:01:46:12
Ep 568 - Halloween Food News + Hollywood Studios After Hours Review
8/7/2025
On this episode, we have some news about Jock Lindsay's Hangar Bar getting a spooky makeover for Halloween, the foodie guide for Disney Springs and the hotels during Halloween, and when the new pirate themed lounge is officially opening in Magic Kingdom. We also discuss the results of the WDC Q3 earnings call. And Jamie shares her experience at Hollywood After Hours last week, and whether she thought it was worth it, would change her strategy, and if she would do the event again in the future.
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Duration:00:58:53
Ep 567 - New Attraction Coming To Hollywood Studios & The Best Quiet Places At Disney World
7/31/2025
On this episode, we have some news involving a new attraction that is coming to Hollywood Studios in 2026, the Halloween Foodie Guide has been released, & a new breakfast experience at Epcot. Plus we discuss the best quiet places you can find on Disney World property so if you need to relax, kids need to nap or you just want to get away from the crowds these places can help with that.
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Duration:01:02:18
CTM Universal Ep 89 - More HHN News, Mystery at Epic Universe & Best Places To Relax At Universal Studios
7/28/2025
On this episode, we have some news about Halloween Horror Nights 34, including multiple new scare zone announcements, Universal Passholder Appreciation Days details and some mystery construction elements have shown up in Epic Universe that we discuss. We also list the best places at Universal Studios to relax away from the crowds.
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Duration:00:50:59
Trip Tales Ep 93 - Sarah P.'s Summer Disney Trip (with a little Epic Universe)
7/21/2025
On this episode, Sarah shares about her July trip to Disney World and Epic Universe. Her and her husband stay at The Polynesian Villas, eat a bunch of hot dogs and Mac and cheese, watch Happily Ever After from their hotel every night, and experience some chanting extras like Sangria University and Up Close with Rhinos Tour.
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Duration:03:06:02
Ep 566 - Walt Disney Audio Animatronic Misses the Mark + Best Cold Treat Locations at Disney World (Happy National Ice Cream/Dole Whip Day!)
7/17/2025
On this episode, we have some news involving the first look at the Walt Disney audio animatronic, the second MNSSHP sells out, and more discounts are available for resort hotels during the holiday season. And, in honor of National Ice Cream Day on July 20th and National Dole Whip day on July 17th, we discuss the best places to get cold treats in the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs.
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Duration:01:06:22
CTM Universal Ep 88 - Multi-Day HHN 34 Tickets on Sale + Tastiest Snacks at Epic Universe
7/14/2025
On this episode, we have some news about Halloween Horror Nights 34, including multi-day tickets going on sale and a House announcement based on the Terrifier movies, plus new 4th of July fireworks celebration happened at Epic Universe, and a rumor about a tunnel transit system going in around International Drive. We also list the snacks we think are worth getting at Epic Universe, including the Mac n cheese cones in Isle of Berk and the Butterbeer crepes at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic.
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Duration:00:56:39
Ep 565 - Rivers of America Is Officially Closed + Rosa Mexicano Review
7/10/2025
On this episode, we say goodbye to The Liberty Belle Riverboat, The Rivers of America, and Tom Sawyer Island and we have Christmas in July as Disney announces things coming for Christmas this year plus Jamie gives a review of her experience dining at Rosa Mexicano at The Dolphin Hotel.
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Duration:00:58:38
Ep 564 - Disney News + Fort Wilderness DVC Cabins Review
7/3/2025
On this episode, we have some news about previews for Test Track, the reopening of Hall of Presidents, and the concert lineup for Eat to the Beat during Food and Wine Festival. We also have a mini-trip review, where Jamie discusses the pros and cons of the DVC cabins at Fort Wilderness, if she would stay there again, and her feelings about the new DVC tower going in.
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Duration:00:56:26
CTM Universal Ep 87 - More HHN Houses Announced & What's Going on At Universal This Summer
6/30/2025
On this episode, we have some new Halloween Horror Nights house announcements, Universal announces another Horror Unleashed Location and we talk about all the things going on at Universal Studios this summer you can check out on your next trip.
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Duration:00:49:32