Episode Archives

Episode 8 – Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney is a unique vacation experience with a guided tour where you and your family become part of the story.  Become immersed in the cultures, the places, and the people of wherever your Adventure takes you.

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Dream Designer Lauralee Hartz as we chat about how amazing an Adventures by Disney vacation truly is.  From the specially trained – and local – Adventure Guides, to the “Disney Difference”, listen in as we describe the benefits of this type of vacation travel.

Karen and Lauralee will share their story of their recent Costa Rica adventure.  Their experience included amazing Adventure Guides, ziplining, a river float, and great memories. 

Jeff and Karen also describe some amazing experiences during their Disneyland and Southern California Adventure including a visit to the Walt Disney Studios and the Walt Disney Imagineering studios.

Adventures by Disney will take you across the U.S., and around the world to destinations such as New York City, San Francisco, Southern California, Italy, Japan, Greece, Viet Nam, China, and so much more.  

Contact the Dream Designers at My Mickey Vacation Travel to learn more about an Adventures by Disney vacation experience.

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Episode 7 – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Season Announced and Incredible Summer Opened This Weekend

In today’s episode, we discuss 2 major happenings at Walt Disney World Resort.

First, it was recently announced that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open at Disneyland in the summer of 2019, while its counterpart will open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World in late fall of 2019.  We discuss our expectations of the parks, as well as some strategies for getting to see Galaxy’s Edge in 2019.

Also beginning this Memorial Day weekend was Incredible Summer at Walt Disney World Resort.  We describe all the new and fun surprises in store for the summer at all 4 parks (and a water park, too).  Yes, we talk about the special food as well.

So join us as we dig into these 2 fun announcements and events.

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Episode 6 – Port Orleans Riverside

Port Orleans Riverside is one of the most popular of the Moderate Resort category at Walt Disney World® Resort. 

In this episode, we will take you on a virtual tour of the resort.  We’ll discover the various room types, dining options, and amenities at Port Orleans Riverside.

Built as an homage to the quaint and quiet riverside towns of days gone by, you’ll learn how the the buildings were designed in keeping with the historical accuracy of supply trails on the old river routes.

Discover Port Orleans Riverside as one of your new favorite resorts when chatting with one of the Dream Designers at My Mickey Vacation Travel.

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Episode 5 – VIP Tours at Walt Disney World and Disneyland

VIP Tours are an amazing way to have a personalized experience at the Disney parks.  

Imagine having your own guide taking you through the parks.  Unlimited access to your favorite FastPass rides and attractions and special seating for performances highlight the benefits of a VIP tour.

In this episode, Bridget Morgan, a Dream Designer travel agent with My Mickey Vacation Travel joins us to share her expertise and experience on the VIP services offered by Disney.

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Episode 4 – Adults Only at Walt Disney World

Adults Only at Walt Disney World.  Is this really a thing?  We say YES !!!

We are often asked the question “Are there things to do at Walt Disney World just for adults?”  The answer is an astounding Yes.  In fact, we visit the parks regularly without our kiddos.  Don’t get me wrong….I love our kiddo adventures.  But sometimes, it’s great to get away with just a spouse, or even with some adult friends.  In this episode, we explore a few fun things to day for the 18+ (and in some cases, 21+)  crowd.

We explore several of our favorite “date night” restaurants and night club destinations.  

Park events such as the Epcot festivals and evening Magic Kingdom events are high on our list for adult-only adventures.

And don’t forget recreation and pampering in the spas or on the golf course.

Danny and Stacey are out of town this week, so Jeff and I explore some options, and share our favorite experiences as a couple at the parks and resorts.

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Episode 3 – Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is the topic of discussion for Episode 3 of the My Mickey Podcast.  

Karen, Danny, Stacey, and Jeff all reflect on their favorite aspects of this year’s festival.

Of course, we start with the amazing food offerings in the Outdoor Kitchens.  From the honey cheesecake and the berry buckle to the violet lemonade and La Vie en Rose Frozen Slush, we give you our favorites (and tips on how to avoid a brain freeze).

Karen and Jeff share their experience on the Royal Tea Garden Tour in the United Kingdom Pavilion of Epcot.  A 90-minute tour of the tea gardens, so much information is shared about the different blends of tea, how different ingredients are grown, and the best way to prepare the various types of tea.  We even got to meet a 10th generation member of the Twinings family, Stephen H B Twining.

Garden Rocks is the concert series included with your park admission.  Danny and Stacey talk about their recent experience with the Garden Rocks Dining Package and seeing Starship in the America Pavilion.

In this episode, we are introduced to Barrels by the Bay, a unique non-profit that converts Coca-Cola syrup barrels into rain barrels, but also educates the community on water conservation issues.  Join them in painting barrels behind Mouse Gears all through the festival.

And of course, what podcast wouldn’t be complete without a discussion of merchandise, especially ears and Dooney bags.

Leave your comments below.  We’d love to know what you love about this year’s festival.

Episode 2 – Pixar Fest and Disneyland Trip Report with Joe Pardo

Pixar Fest is now open at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim.  Your podcast friends, Karen, Danny, Stacey, and Jeff all share their thoughts and excitement of Pixar Fest.  

In this episode, Jeff also interviews his good friend Joe Pardo, a fellow podcaster, just returned from his family’s trip to Disneyland, and he shares not only his thoughts on Pixar Fest, but delves deep into the challenges of taking a 2 year old across the country.

Joe also shares his thoughts on dinner at Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel, staying offsite at a Good Neighbor hotel, and some of the merchandise available.

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Episode 1 – Animal Kingdom Celebrates 20 Years

Welcome to our first episode of the My Mickey Podcast.  Karen, Danny, Stacey, and Jeff come together to chat about their love for the Disney destinations, and immerse you into their passion for Disney.

In today’s episode, we discuss the 20th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

So much has changed in the first 20 years, and we discuss the old attractions we miss, the new ones we love, the food, and the 20th anniversary celebration.

Come with us as we walk through the park together.