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A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.

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A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.

Language:

English


Episodes
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My Experience Aboard the Disney Dream Cruise in 2024 | 307

5/1/2024
Chris recently went on a cruise aboard the Disney Dream! In this episode, we’ll discuss everything he liked and didn’t like and share his overall experience.

Duration:01:32:37

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Tokyo Disney Resort Vacation Packages Revisited | 306

4/23/2024
Vacation packages are one of the most frequently asked questions about Tokyo Disney Resort. We’ll discuss them and help you decide if they’re worth getting for your trip, but they’re not for everyone.

Duration:00:57:02

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Retro Tokyo DisneySea “Fairies Primavera” | Rebroadcast

4/15/2024
A rebroadcast of our episode 226 from 2021! We'll be back next week with new episodes. Join us as we look back at the Spring Carnival event at Tokyo DisneySea from 2007 to 2010, including the gorgeous daytime show “Fairies Primavera.” We’ll talk about the displays, decorations, and what we loved about this event that’s now part of the history of Tokyo DisneySea!

Duration:00:32:46

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Where to find CHEAP Tokyo Disneyland Merchandise | Rebroadcast

4/1/2024
Hey Explorers! We'll be back next week with new episodes. In the meantime, here's a rebroadcast of a popular episode. You don't have to pay full price for Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea merchandise. We share places to find second-hand merchandise in the Tokyo area so you can save yourself some money! This episode was initially released in September 2021.

Duration:00:35:51

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Guide to Ghibli Park Near Nagoya, Japan | Rebroadcast

3/25/2024
Hey Explorers! We're taking a little break from new episodes but rebroadcasting a few for you. We discuss everything you need to know about Ghibli Park near Nagoya, Japan! Plan your trip and know what to expect when you visit. This was initially released in December 2022 in episode 270.

Duration:00:30:39

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Things You Can’t Do at Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast

3/18/2024
Hey Explorers! We're taking a little break from new episodes but rebroadcasting a few for you. We discuss things you cannot do at Tokyo Disneyland, initially in episode 232 from August 2021.

Duration:00:34:16

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Cool Japan 2024 at Universal Studios Japan | 305

3/11/2024
Cool Japan is back at Universal Studios Japan with My Hero Academia, Detective Conan, Monster Hunter, and Demon Slayer! We talk about our experience and give tips for your visit.

Duration:01:21:04

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Our Favourite Spots at the Tokyo Disney Hotels | 304

3/4/2024
We discuss our favourite lounges, restaurants, and relaxing places at the different hotels in and around Tokyo Disney Resort! Get our 2024 digital guidebook for Tokyo Disney Resort and make your travel planning easier!

Duration:00:53:43

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Everything You Need to Know About Universal Studios Japan in 2024 | 303

2/26/2024
Everything you need to know about planning for Universal Studios Japan in 2024! From Super Nintendo World to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. You can get our 2024 Universal Studios Japan Digital Guidebook right from our website, too!

Duration:01:33:21

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Everything You Need to Know About Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024 | 302

2/22/2024
Everything you need to know about planning for Tokyo Disney Resort in 2024! From Fantasy Springs to food to expert tips. If you’re visiting this year, then you’ll want to listen to this on repeat. Our digital travel guide to Tokyo Disney Resort for 2024 will be available very soon.

Duration:02:02:22

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Fantasy Springs Hotel at Tokyo DisneySea Explained | 301

2/13/2024
We break down the details about the new Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel because it’s confusing and has two vastly different price points.

Duration:01:06:02

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Minnie’s Funderland at Tokyo Disneyland | 300

2/5/2024
Minnie Mouse has her seasonal event at Tokyo Disneyland this winter called Minnie’s Funderland. We discuss food, merchandise, decorations, and entertainment.

Duration:01:10:08

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Beauty and the Beast Musical at Tokyo Disney Resort | 299

1/29/2024
Did you know there’s a Broadway version of Beauty and the Beast at Tokyo Disney Resort? Trish gives her thoughts after watching the show for the first time!

Duration:01:19:39

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Is Universal Studios Beijing Worth Visiting? | 298

1/9/2024
Dive into Chris' winter visit to Universal Studios Beijing with us! From travel tips to tasty treats, food, merchandise, attractions, and the ultimate question: Is it worth visiting?

Duration:01:00:28

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Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland | 297

1/1/2024
Zootopia is finally open at Shanghai Disneyland! We discuss everything about this new land, including tips for your visit to maximize your time there. From the food to character greetings to merchandise and, of course, the ride, we’ll cover it all!

Duration:00:57:29

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How Christmas in Japan is Different | Rebroadcast

12/18/2023
How does Christmas differ in Japan from Canada, the US, Australia, the United Kingdom, and other countries? We discuss things like food and customs here in Japan! This is a rebroadcast of episode 64, which was initially released on December 12, 2016.

Duration:01:12:35

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Guide to World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland | 296

12/11/2023
The World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland is the latest area to open at the Park. We discuss everything you need to know for your visit!

Duration:01:00:36

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Our Club 33 Experience at Tokyo Disneyland | Rebroadcast

12/4/2023
This is a rebroadcast of episode 104, titled "Club 33 at Tokyo Disneyland," from 2017. We begin talking about our experience at the 30-minute mark if you want to skip to that portion. We'll have a new regular episode out later this week!

Duration:00:58:55

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When to Visit Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea | 295

11/13/2023
After some delays, Fantasy Springs opens on June 6, 2024, at Tokyo DisneySea. We discuss when we think you should visit (or not) Tokyo DisneySea in 2024 when this new Port-of-Call opens in the most extensive expansion at Tokyo Disney Resort!

Duration:00:58:40

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How was Halloween at Tokyo Disney in 2023? | 294

10/30/2023
Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea was in full swing this year after almost four years of nothing. However, not everything is back to how it was in 2019, and we explain why we think that is. We also discussed the food we tried, the merchandise we bought, and the entertainment we watched!

Duration:01:02:36