Disney Deciphered: A Podcast To Help You Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacations

Holidays at Disney World and Disneyland Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description We discuss all the holiday offerings at Disney World and Disneyland in 2021 and Leslie laughs at Joe lack of Disneyland knowledge. What's coming back, what's new, and what will these Christmas parties look like? All that and more in this week's episode! Are you looking forward to the holidays at Disney? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:19 - Very Merriest After Hours 6:55 - Candlelight Processional 8:26 - Festival of the Holidays 8:47 - Holiday Decorations 9:25 - Minnie's Holiday Dine 11:18 - What's missing at Disneyland? 13:11 - Parade! 15:37 -

Genie+ Impressions Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description We check in with Brooke McDonald (@brookegmcdonald on IG and Twitter, a great follow for parks coverage!) who shares with us everything we need to know about using Disney Genie, Disney Genie+, and Individual Lightning Lane selections at Disney World. She was down at Disney World for the big unveiling and shares about the best ways to use Disney Genie to maximize your vacation. Do you have any Genie+ tips to share? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes Don't forget to follow Brooke @brookegmcdonald on IG and Twitter! Also check out her super comprehensive Instagram story ab

Disneyland and Oogie Boogie Bash Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Disney Genie is here but Leslie took one last trip to Disneyland without the new touring product. We talk Oogie Boogie Bash, staying club level at the Disneyland Hotel, and give our first impressions about Disney Genie on Day 1. Have you stayed club level or tried the Halloween party on either coast? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:03 - Disney Genie first impressions 5:22 - Disneyland trip details 7:22 - Crowds and rope drop 10:57 - Dining 14:59 - Oogie Boogie Bash 21:39 - Disneyland Hotel, Club Level! 27:01 - Disney dos and don'ts 20:41 - Disney dos

What to eat at the 50th Anniversary Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Walt Disney World has 150 new food offerings to celebrate the 50th anniversary, so Leslie and Joe discuss what they're looking forward to trying and what they are looking to avoid. There are definitely some great (and not so great) looking foods to try! Have you tried any of the new foods yet? What are you looking forward to trying? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 4:04 - Verandah Fried Rice (Skipper Canteen @ Magic Kingdom) 5:25 - Filet mignon with Walt's hash topped with an egg (Hollywood Brown Derby @ Hollywood Studios) 6:48 - Hand-dipped 50th cele

Walt Disney World vs. Disneyland Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description In today's episode, Leslie and Joe discuss why a Walt Disney World trip might make more sense for your family than Disneyland. If you're interested in why you should visit Disneyland, check out Episode 189! When do you prefer trips to Disney World over Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:51 - More to see and do 3:14 - Unique attractions 8:54 - Nighttime spectaculars 11:02 - Less crowded (feeling) 12:44 - More "Disney" alternatives 14:36 - A true Disney bubble 17:05 - 50th anniversary celebrations 18:00 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped y

Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Leslie and Joe settle an old age debate, what's better, Walt Disney World or Disneyland? Just kidding, but we do discuss why a Disneyland trip might make more sense for your family. Don't worry, in next week's episode we'll talk about why Disney World makes more sense. When do you prefer trips to Disneyland over Disney World? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:28 - Easier logistics 3:45 - Better for last minute trips 5:15 - Shorter and cheaper trips 6:38 - Better and longer park hours 7:59 - Unique attractions 10:31 - Better weather 12:09 - Lots to do in

50th Anniversary - What We Look Forward to Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description The 50th anniversary celebrations are here, but are the next 18 months as exciting as Disney is making them out to be? We take our picks for what we're excited about and what seems overhyped - Happy Anniversary Disney World! What are you looking forward to? Tell us why we're wrong (nicely :)) by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:32 - Recent updates about the 50th 3:31 - Leslie's experience at Disneyland's 60th anniversary 5:50 - Why we're excited about Disney Enchanted and Harmonious 7:45 - Dining we're looking forward to 9:22 - Coming attractions 10:42 - Ge

Saving money on Disney World hotels Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description We continue to look at how to save money on Disney lodging. Lots of different techniques here to add to your arsenal. Bottom line, it can be a lot of work but there are deals out there! Here are six strategies we use to find the lowest lodging prices at Disney World. How do you save money on your Disney hotels? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:38 - Pick the right time to go 5:03 - Book refundable rooms 7:55 - OTAs (Expedia, Hotels.com, etc.) 10:52 - Hotwire and Priceline deals 15:06 - Use miles and points 17:24 - Rent DVC points 21:0

Does staying off-site save money? Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Joe took a deep dive comparing on and off-site prices. With the erosion of on-site benefits we were curious how much money you can save by staying off-site. We were a little surprised by what we found - we share our findings and some takeaways for you to consider as you think about lodging on your next Disney World vacation. If you'd like to see a more detailed written analysis of the numbers, you can sign up for Joe's Disney newsletter here. What are you experiences with pricing on and off site? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:05 - B

A DCL Trip report with DCL Duo! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Disney Cruise Line is sailing again, and the DCL Duo took a three night cruise on the Disney Dream with a double dip on Castaway Cay. They share their experience and how it feels to be cruising again. Sounds like they had a lot of fun, hope you have a lot of fun listening to them share their experiences! Find their podcast on Apple Podcasts here. Are you ready to sail on Disney Cruise Line again yet? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 4:47 - Cruise details and pre-cruise covid precautions 10:06 - Safety on board 14:50 - Activities on board

Disney Genie+ is here and Fastpass is gone! What you need to know... Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Disney has announced their Fastpass+ replacement at Disney World and Disneyland. With options ranging from free (Disney Genie) to paid (Disney Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane Access), minimizing your wait times has potentially gotten a lot more complicated. We break down what we know about the new system so far and what you need to know if you're planning a trip this fall or beyond. What remaining questions do you have for Disney Genie+? What are your thoughts on the system overall? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook pa

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Leslie revisits Aulani, covid precautions and all. What's closed, what's open, what's better than before, and what can use some work? We discuss all that and more in a short trip report! Joe's not jealous at all... Have you been back to Aulani yet? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:40 - What is Aulani? 3:04 - Weather considerations 3:53 - Hawaii covid protocols 6:26 - Getting to Aulani from the airport 7:43 - Aunty's beach house - closed 12:24 - What else is open/closed? 14:13 - Dining and Luau 18:48 - Character meet and greets 20:37 - Is Aulani still worth it? 23:31 -

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description There's been a ton of Disney news, with more to come, but we couldn't wait to get started. We don't know about the new Fastpass system (yet) but we do know about Disneyland's new annual pass program, the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Hotel, and what you need to know if you need a Magical Express replacement in 2022. What's it all mean for your future trips? We break it down in this week's episode. What do you think of this firehose of news? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:34 - Capture Your Moment update 3:01 - Masks indoors 4:20 - Increased hotel availability/lower c

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Leslie and Joe are enjoying the summer and have been watching a ton of Disney+, so we thought we'd share some of our favorite picks. We each pick five things we've been watching so you can load up your devices on your next trip down to Disney! What have you been watching on Disney+? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes Why spoil the fun? We hope some of our picks will surprise you :) 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 o

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Disney World is a great place for family reunions and big groups, but how can you minimize stress and make the most of a big party? We chat about how to get that Rise boarding pass, tips for dining, and how to make touring work for everyone. Have you traveled to Disney World in a big group? Let us know your experience by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:53 - Lodging considerations 7:02 - Setting up My Disney Experience family and friends 8:32 - Dining and food tips 12:29 - Getting a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass 15:11 - Advice for touring in general 18:44 - Memory maker and miscellaneous tips

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Listener Sam rejoins the podcast to share his experiences avoiding severe weather at Disney World. Thunderstorms are a reality but we discuss how to avoid getting wet, how to plan your day, and how to make the most of the inevitable rainy weather at Disney World. Plus, random thoughts on why the Rivera is at a deluxe disadvantage and the parks feeling more and more normal. Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:31 - Differences at the park on Sam's most recent trip 6:24 - Planning and packing for weather 8:24 - Advice for kids and strollers 9:44 - Umbrella or poncho? 10:53 - Using weather f

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description How You Need to Do Disneyland Differently in 2021: Tips from the Reopened Parks Leslie catches up with all the changes at Disneyland, the return to almost normalcy, and what you need to know if you're visiting soon. Plus - tips for virtual queues that apply on both coasts and some thoughts on dining still being a bit of an issue everywhere. What have your experiences been at Disneyland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 1:43 - Disneyland experience when out of state residents were allowed in 4:38 - What Disneyland is like right now 6:29 - Any improvements on the dining situation? 9:06 -

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description There have been a lot of announcements about what's coming to Disney World for the 50th anniversary and what's coming back. We discuss everything that's returning and all the new things coming including the return of the dining plan and the non-return (at least for now) of Fastpass.  What news are you excited about? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:07 - Fireworks are coming back! 6:21 - Ratatouille 7:03 - Kite Tails at Animal Kingdom 8:10 - Random things that are returning 9:06 - The new version of Extra Magic Hours 12:20 - Evening extra magic hours? 14:07 - Contemporary and Polynesia

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description It's Independence Day in the United States of America so we look at some of the best ways to celebrate America in the Disney parks. From food to entertainment, if you want a dose of patriotism we've got just the ticket. And if you're from a different country, you can see what Americans think all the fuss is about our country! Happy 4th of July everyone! :) How do you celebrate Independence Day at Disney World? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 3:15 - Walt Disney's love of America 3:43 - Disney's American theming 6:12 - Muppetvision 3D 7:24 - Voices of Liberty 8:43 - Flag Retreat ceremony

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! Bookings for the Disney Wish are open if you are interested in sailing on Disney Cruise Line's latest ship! Episode Description Fort Wilderness Resort is a hidden gem at Walt Disney World that has a lot of unique experiences to offer. Listener Allyson dropped by to share her experience renting a RV and "camping" on the grounds of Fort Wilderness. Along the way she discovered a beautiful subculture of Disney fans and gave her kids a trip to remember. Tune in to find out all you need to know about Fort Wilderness and hear why we're considering this special resort for future stays. Have you had experiences at Fort Wilderness? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page! Episode Notes 2:41 - Why Allyson booked Fort Wilderness 4:48 - Fort Wil