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NickyCaps joins the episode to talk about our upcoming Dollywood "No Park Trip," where we will decide on some interesting things to do in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville. We will talk water parks, haunted houses, hikes with llamas, Anakeesta, Zorbing, Mountain Coasters, Mini Golf and much more. At the end of the show, we talk a bit about his favorite memories at Disney and Universal growing up.

On This Episode A new permit has been filed for the Imagination Pavilion at EPCOT and the guys speculate on the future of the pavilion. The Buzz Lightyear attraction at Tokyo Disneyland is closing and being replaced by a Wreck-It Ralph themed ride. The guys speculate on what that could mean for Buzz at Magic Kingdom. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home Patreon

On This Episode Tom gives a preview of his upcoming WDW trip. Disney gave a first look at the new “Smellephants” coming to Magic Kingdom. A new Marvel themed drone show is debuting at Hong Kong Disneyland. Disney has announced the dates for the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. May the 4th is around the corner and Disney has Star Wars themed food. Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa was awarded with a prestigious Michelin star. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links SmellephantsHong Kong Drone ShowFood & Wine FestivalMay the 4th Food

On This Episode The guys welcome Kerri from DVC Resale Market to the show to discuss resale market trends, specials, DVC lounge rumors, Poly buybacks, and resale restrictions. Disney filed a patent for a more aggressive version of Soarin’. The guys discuss a rumor that the “Beyond Big Thunder” project will include a modified version of Cars Land along with a desert themed land and Woody themed attraction. Disney made major updates to their Disability Access Service. Disney revealed more information about the overhaul of Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Disney Adventure WorldBeyond Big Thunder Rumor

On This Episode The guys answer a listener question about WDW becoming oversaturated with DVC rooms. The guys discuss a rumor that Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom will close to make way for a new DVC lounge. Walt Disney Imagineering gave an in-depth look at the new animatronics figures for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. WDW is expected to start filing permits to begin construction on the future Magic Kingdom expansion. Disney announced a closing date for Test Track along with concept art for the future version of the attraction. Imagineers previewed a scale model of the upcoming Encanto & Indiana Jones attractions at Animal Kingdom. The guys address a rumor that filming will occur at EPCOT soon to replace the footage at the end of Soarin’. Disneyland announces plans to transition Autopia’s gas vehicles to electric. Disney shared concept art for the future Avatar land coming to Disneyland. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Tiana’s Bayou Adventure AnimatronicsEncanto & Indiana Jones AttractionsAutopia Electric CarsDisneyland Avatar Expansion

On This Episode The guys discuss a rumor that DVC will be handing out gift cards for tours. Joe Rohde returns to Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney announced they are adding new buses to their fleet with better accessibility options. New critters are coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the guys discuss a rumor that the concept art contains an easter egg about the attraction's opening date. The guys talk about the new Pixar merch coming to Disneyland. New food is coming to WDW and Disneyland for Earth Month and Season of the Force. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Tiana’s Bayou Adventure CrittersPixar MerchSeason of the ForceEarth Month Food

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including weight loss at Disney, Disney Institute, and favorite Disney movie. Cast Member pin trading makes a return in April. Disney Cruise Line announced that their newest ship will be called Disney Destiny and will be themed to heroes and villains. Disney has announced a new drone show debuting this summer at Disney Springs. CommuniCore Plaza and Hall at EPCOT will officially open in June with a new Encanto show. A recently filed permit for Animal Kingdom suggests that some new construct projects may be starting soon. The guys discuss a rumor that Test Track will close at the end of July for a year long re-theme that was announced at the last D23. Disneyland announced 2 new shops inspired by ‘The Princess and the Frog’. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Pin TradingDisney DestinyDrones & EPCOTPrincess & the Frog Shops

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including booking dining reservations for large groups, splitting meals, and live action remakes. Details of the 2025 DVC Member cruise have been announced. Disney gave an update on the construction of Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and revealed some of the park inspired merchandise that will be available on the Disney Treasure. To celebrate the limited return of Soarin’ Over California, Chief Flight Attendant Patrick Warburton made a surprise visit to the attraction. The guys recklessly speculate about a rumor that a Mandalorian themed roller coaster will be announced for Disneyland Paris. Disney’s plans to expand Disneyland Resort, called DisneylandForward, took an important step forward. In this week’s edition of food talk, Tom & Trevor discuss Easter themed food coming to the resorts. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Lookout Cay at Lighthouse PointDisney Treasure MerchSoarin's Chief Flight AttendantEaster Eats

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions on topics including dining at Disneyland, table saving, home resorts, favorite DVC room category, best resort for a pool day, and best extra experience. The topiaries are up at the EPCOT Flower & Garden festival and they include some new effects. Scenes from Ahsoka, Andor and The Mandalorian are being added to Star Tours. Easter egg displays are up all around WDW. 1900 Park Fare is reopening soon and the new menu has been revealed. The guys talk about food at Hong Kong Disneyland. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links EPCOT TopiariesStar Tours Updates1900 Park Fare Menu

Jeremy jumps on Golden Button Detours with Damon and Blake to discuss his recent trip to Walt Disney World. Jeremy talks about the improved direct flight options to Florida and the decreased cost from his house, and then gets into his split stay at Kadani and Boardwalk. We do talk a little food, rides, and what is still wrong at EPCOT as Jeremy finds this a more relaxing trip than in the past.

On This Episode The winner of the 250th episode contest is announced. The guys answer a listener question about which Disney character would be the best driving instructor. DVC has announced the opening of a new Welcome Center at Disney Springs along with a new member lounge. Disney is selling the old cabins that are being replaced at Fort Wilderness. Starting in 2025, guests at WDW resorts will receive free admission into one of WDW’s Water Parks on the day of check in. Legendary Imagineer Rolly Crump is being honored with a statue on the newest Disney Cruise ship. The guys talk about food at both the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival and Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Water Park PerkRolly Crump StatueFlower & Garden FestivalDisney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

On This Episode Trevor is back from his recent WDW trip and gives a full trip report. Tom gives a bonus trip report from his trip to the mountains. Disney announced an opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and gave a preview of the audio-animatronics figures that will be featured in the attraction. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

On This Episode The guys are joined by guest hosts Blake and Becky. DVC has a new membership extra pin. DVC announced a limited time “Meet & Treat” event in February. Disney’s recent earnings report brought several announcements including movie release dates, an investment in Epic Games and more details about future parks investments. 1900 Park Fare is reopening at Grand Floridian after being closed for the past 4 years. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links 1900 Park Fare ReopeningDisney Earnings

On this episode of Golden Button Detours we have Blake, Damon and Leigh discussing what a Universal Vacation Club would look like and what they would keep the same and what they would change from Disney Vacation Club. Leigh has dubbed this fictitious (for the time being) club, the Universal Adventure Club, and it relies heavily on the Harry Potter theme for all of us, also no worrying about discounts, they apply to everything!

On This Episode The guys are joined by Dani from DVC Resale Market to discuss current promotions, the state of the resale market, ROFR, Ft. Wilderness Cabins, DVC trust, and how direct price increases will impact the resale market. Trevor will be at WDW next week and gives a preview of his trip. With World Celebration opening in EPCOT, Disney is debuting a new wedding venue option. Pixar Place hotel has opened at Disneyland and the guys discuss the new resort. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links EPCOT Wedding VenuePixar Place

On This Episode of Golden Button Detours, Blake and Damon discuss the newly released video from Universal that details the upcoming portals at Universal Orlando Resort. We talk Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World and what the rumors are saying that the rides will be at each portal. Not only that, but we talk about how Universal Helios Grand Hotel will tie it all together. Episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4u83ncMjuE

On This Episode The guys celebrate their 250th episode by answering listener questions on topics including using technology at Disney, options for multi-family stays, going to conventions, a Disney character Royal Rumble, Animal Kingdom Lodge transportation options, DVC contract expiration, and larger Disney clothing sizes. Disney's BoardWalk Villas are undergoing refurbishment and the guys take a first look at the new design. The guys announce a new contest for listeners. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Refurbished BoardWalk Rooms

On This Episode The guys answer listener questions about Disney video games and their relationship outside of the podcast. The point charts have been released for the new Ft. Wilderness DVC Cabins along with the opening date and sale date. Walt Disney Imagineering shows off their “HoloTile” moving floor technology. Disney gave a preview of some details from the upcoming EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. The guys review some very bright looking new merch. A long-time Imagineer is inducted into the Inventors Hall of Fame. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and Disney has released limited time food to celebrate. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Ft. Wilderness CabinsHoloTileFlower & Garden Preview2024 MerchValentine's Food

On This Episode The guys are joined by guest host Blake to answer listener questions on topics including choosing a Candlelight Processional narrator, celebrities at WDW, what the guys are looking forward to in 2024 and best one bedroom DVC rooms. Country Bears is closing later in January to make way for a new show. A new Moana stage show was announced for the upcoming Disney Treasure cruise ship. Damon talks about port adventures at the new DCL private island. The guys go through all the food at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts. Podcast Sponsors DVC Resale MarketDVC Rental StoreMonera FinancialWelcome Home PatreonEpisode Links Country BearsMoana ShowEPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food

On This Episode Damon and guest host Blake go off the rails and discuss the 24 Things Coming to Disney in 2024 as per the Disney Parks Blog post. Podcast Sponsors Welcome Home PatreonEpisode Links 24 Experiences in 2024