After Hours Parties

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Episode Description

On today’s episode we discuss after hours parties - holiday parties and other offerings. These tickets cost extra money, but are they worth it? We chat about why we love after hour parties and answer some frequently asked questions about the special ticketed events!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:24 - Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

6:28 - Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

8:35 - Jollywood Nights

10:16 - Other After Hours Parties

15:56 - FAQs

27:02 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Disneyland 70th

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Episode Description

Not to be outdone, Leslie also went on a media trip - to check out Disneyland 70th celebration. She tells us why the 70th is first visiting, including entertainment option, merchandise, and ride overlays. Why should you check out the awesome Disneyland 70th vibe? Listen and find out!

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

1:57 - Leslie trip basics

3:02 - Overview of the Disneyland 70th Celebration

5:54 - World of Color Happiness

8:59 - Other entertainment options

11:07 - Paint the Night is back!

13:58 - And so is Wondrous Journeys

15:52 - Better Together and other things to see

17:55 - Attraction Overlays

21:51 - Merch and Food

26:45 - Other stuff

28:35 - Disney dos and don’ts

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Epic Universe

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Episode Description

Universal’s third* theme park, Epic Universe, is now open! Joe had the chance to experience it courtesy of Universal’s hospitality for a media event, but we wanted to bring on someone who paid for their ticket so Shawn from Miles to Memories and MTM Travel joined to discuss everything Epic Universe. We talk about new attractions, the amazing portals, some food, some merch, and whether Epic will be a Disney Killer - or at least an Epcot Killer.

Are you excited about Epic Universe? Have you visited? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

4:41 - What is Epic Universe?

8:46 - The different portals and which are our favorites

15:04 - Entertainment and overall park overview

21:31 - Will Epic be a Disney killer?

23:24 - Attractions and more Epic/Disney discussion

40:12 - Favorite attractions

44:25 - Food

50:04 - Negatives

57:16 - Disney Universal dos and don’ts

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Car Rental

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Episode Description

We discuss the pros and cons of renting a car at Walt Disney World. Why you should rent, how to save money, and what you need to think about when renting a car. Plus, we argue about Disney dos and don’ts (not really).

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Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

1:45 - Other options to get from the airport to WDW

4:16 - Getting around on site

5:10 - Why Joe rents cars

7:56 - General pros of renting cars at Walt Disney World

13:24 - Cons of renting cars

20:02 - Booking a rental car through Disney

22:08 - Signing up for rental car loyalty programs

23:57 - How to save money on rental cars

27:28 - Visitor toll pass

29:15 - Disney dos and don’ts

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You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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Tiana’s and Haunted Mansion

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Episode Description

We continue our Walt Disney World ride guide series with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (one of Disney’s newest attractions) and Haunted Mansion (one of Disney’s oldest). What can you expect and what do kids need to know before trying the attractions. Plus, Lightning Lane and standby line strategies.

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Episode Notes

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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Disney with Teens

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Episode Description

We continue our Walt Disney World by age series with those pesky adolescents, tweens and teens! We discuss where to stay and what to do as usual but also chat a bit about what it looks like to have more independent human beings with you at Walt Disney World - what can you consider letting your more independent children do? How do you keep them connected to the magic? All that and more!

What do you do with teens and tweens at Walt Disney World? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:32 - Where to stay

7:03 - What to eat

11:41 - Do it for the gram

12:49 - Rides!

15:43 - Teen independence

20:36 - Lightning lane strategy

22:01 - Non ride stuff and tips for tweens and tweens

26:42 - Disney dos and don’ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

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One Day in Disneyland

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Episode Description

Leslie recently took a one day trip to Disneyland with two teenagers. We break down her strategy for riding every Lightning Lane attraction while still stopping to smell the roses and even eating once or twice! Plus, we discuss the decision making process that goes into getting a park hopper if you have only one day, where to stay, and how to round out your Disneyland trip with non theme-park options.

What would you do with one day in Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

4:53 - Basics of Leslie’s Disneyland trip

6:03 - Deciding on Park Hopper, Lightning Lane, etc.

10:20 - Cost of a one day ticket

12:18 - Those long Disneyland hours

13:57 - Food options

15:54 - Picking attractions

20:24 - Lightning Lane strategy

24:31 - Handling ride closures

26:26 - Staying flexible

28:44 - Disney dos and don’ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram!

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