Rope Drop Radio: A Disney Travel Planning Podcast

Today we have 12 year old Alden McKnight.  He knows everything and is here to answer your questions. Follow us: @RopeDropRadio Visit WDWRopeDroppers.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Booking: Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Full list of questions It’s all boys in our family but my wife wants to do some girly things next trip. What can we do that my 12 & 14 year old boys won’t hate? What is the best Snack at Disney? I’m sure you will pick the mickey bar How do i get from Hollywood Studios to the Poly without taking a bus or car from the park? Alden do you prefer to Rope Drop or would you rather sleep later and park close? No pressure from the dad squad! What do you think about Rope Dropping extra magic hours or is it better to rope drop on non-extra magic hour days. (you have no park hopper) What is your favorite time of year to visit WDW and Why? When rope dropping starbucks at the parks, what is your goto drink? Since the basketball court won’t be on he new ships how do you plan to spend the ex

What do you do when the parks are closed.... READ! Today we welcome back Aaron Goldberg author to discuss his latest kids book.  Meet the Disney Brothers!  And because it's geared towards a younger audience, we have Samantha McKnight asking the questions. Visit WDWRopeDroppers.com to find a copy of any Aaron Goldberg book Be sure to leave a review and visit our pattreon.  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio And Visit BacktoTheMouse.com And book with Michelle, Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we welcome Maddy onto the show who just recently attended the Disney College program.  She discusses the application process, dorms, work life, and more.  If you have a kid who loves Disney, this might be for them. Thank you to Ryan @RyanWileyVO Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and visit our patreon site: www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio For all your booking needs email The Rope Drop Queen at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com And for all things Disney Cruise, visit BackToTheMouse.com   

Today we welcome back Disney Run master Kent Mullens who shares his strategies on how to make the most of your day at all four parks. For more with Kent follow him @UCFKent And for Kents episode on pattern visit: www.patreon.com/RopeDropradio Subscribe, Review, and Follow us @RopeDropRadio Book today by emailing Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Doug and his family where at Walt Disney World when we got the news that the parks will be closing.  Today we discuss with him and Michelle on what that was like.  We also hear their review of Mickey's Runaway Railway and Regal Eagle BBQ at Epcot.  Michelle also gives a trip planning update. Be sure to subscribe, follow us @RopeDropRadio, and visit out patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio For trip planing email Michelle.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com  

Disney Parks and Cruise are closing.  Doug and Michelle are at Walt Disney World right now and they share what's going on and what you can do if you have a trip booked Contact Michelle for rebookings or future bookings at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we celebrate 200 episodes by answering personal questions you asked us on social media! Thank you to everyone who has listened to our show!  Be sure to follow along on social media @RopeDropRadio Patreon:  www.patreon.com/ropedropradio And book your next trip with Michelle.  Email her for  quote today, Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

Today we welcome on Erin Foster author of the Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line and writer for Touringplans.com.  She shares about a recent article she wrote on listening to friends Disney advice.  We also discuss the Jungle Cruise boat sinking and more! Follow Erin Foster @MRErinFoster and us @RopeDropRadio Be sure to leave a review, subscribe, and visit our patreon: www.patreon.com/ropedropradio Full article: https://touringplans.com/blog/2020/01/29/why-your-friends-wdw-travel-advice-was-wrong/ and book your next cruise or trip with Michelle Today: Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

We've created BINGO for all you Disney fanatics.  Play along at the parks.  First to get a blackout wins a Rope Drop Radio prize pack.  We also discuss the recent crowd levels and some strategies around it. Want to play Bingo, get a trip booked with Michelle.  Email her today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Subscribe, leave a review, and check out www.patreon.com/ropedropradio  

Ever lose your magic band?  Wish it was permanently a part of you? Today we welcome Jamie from Touringplans.com to discuss his recent implant and how he is putting his magic band in his hand.  The future is coming. Follow Jamie on twitter @jrtoastyman Follow us @RopeDropRadio visit our patreon: www.patreon.com/ropedropradio Book your next trip today by emailing Michelle: Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Keep reviewing!  and visit our website www.WDWRopeDroppers.com

Have ever dreamed of cruising concierge?  Well today we welcome on Chris who has been on over a dozen Disney cruises in the concierge level.  He shares the special offerings, lounges, food, and more.  Warning, you might book a concierge room on your next DCL cruise after this episode. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and visit us on patreon.  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio For more with Chris follow him @CHRIS_MAGIC_DCL Book your next cruise today, doesn't have to be Disney with Michelle McKnight.  You can email her and get a quote at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com  

Today Derek and Madison discuss their recent Keys to The Kingdom Tour.  This take place only at the Magic Kingdom and is a wonderful experience for anyone who wants to learn more about the creation of the park, and if you want to see the behind the scenes stuff including the Utilidor.  This tour is 5 hours, includes a lunch, and is $99.  To book Keys to the Kingdom contact Michelle today Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscribe, review, and follow @RopeDropRadio

Derek and his wife spent 3 nights at Walt Disney World Celebrating 10 years of marriage.  Hear more about the trip including Beach club, Rope Dropping, Getting Sick, and of course how to get on Rise of the Resistance. Be sure to subscribe, follow, and review Patreon: www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your next trip today with the Rope Drop Queen.  Email Michelle at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com    

Today we have a very special guest, The Dreamfinder himself, Ron Schneider.  Ron has 40 years of theme park experience including playing the first Dreamfinder at Epcot as well as creating Monsters Inc Laugh floor, and much much more.  He shares wonderful stories of his time at both Disney and Universal.  If you have any pictures of meeting the Dreamfinder, please share them on our social media pages @RopeDropRadio For his book visit our blog at WDWRopeDroppers.com Help Support the show by becoming a patreon.  www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your next Disney adventure today by emailing Michelle.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com And click the link below to watch The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj0qwTmn0Ic  

You ask, we answer!  It's time for listener questions!  For a complete list of questions check out below. Be sure to subscribe, review, and follow on social media. Store: www.teepublic.com/user/ropedropradio Web: WDWRopeDroppers.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your next trip by emailing Michelle.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com List of questions What ride scares you the most? Best Hotel For Resort only stay? Favorite non park activités? heading back for Rival Run and need to save the legs until race day! Thanks for introducing me to the concept of reverse rope drop, we are going to try that at Epcot after the Rapunzel character breakfast.  Any more tips on reverse rope dropping at Epcot? What is your favorite WDW hotel to stay at? What is your favorite mode of Transportation around WDW? What has been the best, unexpected outcome for you guys since you started this podcast? What do you prefer Skyliner or monorail? assuming you did a rope drop what’s the best window to take a break at each par

Today we welcome Author, Podcaster, and former castmember Christine Fox.  We discuss how to keep a keto diet while dining at Walt Disney World.  We also talk some Disney park resolutions we have for 2020, and we also hear some great stories from Christine's time as a castmember. Be sure to subscribe, follow us @RopeDropRadio, Leave a review and visit our patreon www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your next Disney trip today by emailing Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com For more on Chrstine check out her twitter and podcast @DivasDishDix and for a copy of her book click the link below https://www.amazon.com/Keeping-Keto-At-Disney-Through/dp/0578465523/ref=as_sl_pc_qf_sp_asin_til?tag=ropedroprad0d-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=9b8bd9bf5ed149f4e64a14f874a3959d&creativeASIN=0578465523

We heard a bit from Doug but now his better half Michelle and three kids discuss what they liked and disliked from their recent Disney Dream cruise last week. If you'd like to book a Disney cruise contact Michelle Today.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com Be sure to subscribe, follow us on social, and visit our website www.WDWRopeDroppers.com

Want to know how crowded it gets on New Years at Walt Disney World, or how fast Rise of the Resistance boarding groups are going, this episode is for you!  Doug shares his recent Disney World and Disney Dream Cruise trip report.  Including missing out on Castaway because of weather. Follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio Subscribe and visit out patreon.  Patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your 2020 trip today!  Talk to Michelle for all your travel needs.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

New Year, New strategies for Rope Dropping.  Today we discuss how to navigate all four parks at Walt Disney World.  We also share what we think will happen this year at WDW for 2020. Thank you for listening, be sure to subscribe, review, and follow us on social media @RopeDropRadio Patreon: www.Patreon.com/RopeDropRadio To book a trip in 2020 get started by emailing Michelle for all your planning needs.  Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com

2019 comes to and end and we look back on Disney and Rope Drop Radio, this year.  We share our top episodes, talk about our trips, and discuss things Disney did in 2019. Have a Happy New Year from Rope Drop Radio Subscribe, follow us online @RopeDropRadio, and become a patreon at www.patreon.com/RopeDropRadio Book your 2020 trip today with Michelle McKnight.  Email her for a quote at Michelle.McKnight@mei-travel.com