Adventures of a Disney Dad: A Walt Disney World Trip Planning Podcast
Planning your dream Walt Disney World vacation? You’ve come to the right place! Adventures of a Disney Dad is your go-to podcast for expert tips, reviews, trip planning advice, and the latest updates to help you maximize the magic on your next Disney World vacation. In each episode, Matt from Adventures of a Disney Dad and Chip host the best podcast for planning your next Walt Disney World vacation. This show is dedicated to helping you learn how to get the most out of your Disney World vacation with the latest strategies and information. Each we share must-know strategies for multipass, Lightning Lanes, dining reservations, crowd predictions, and more! Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned Disney pro, we’ve got you covered with: ✅ Plans to minimize wait times for any budget ✅ Budget-friendly Disney tips for tickets, hotels, and dining ✅ Honest restaurant & attraction reviews ✅ Seasonal events & festival guides (Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, EPCOT Food & Wine, and more!) ✅ Breaking Disney news & updates to stay ahead of the crowdsd We frequently feature creators and other Disney Parks enthusiasts for fresh perspectives on everything Walt Disney World. Subscribe now and let’s make your next Walt Disney World vacation stress-free. 🎧 New episodes weekly! For even more tips, visit www.adventuresofadisneydad.com
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Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Ranking Walt Disney World Dining and Listener Questions with Main Street Tourist and Kingdoms & Co
In this episode of The Adventures of a Disney Dad Podcast we are joined by guests Athina from Kingdoms and Co and Lauren from Main Street Tourist. They discuss their recent Disney trips, covering everything from Festival of the Arts, Disney cruises, to navigating the parks with kids.
The group ranks Disney dining experiences and tackles listener questions about how to plan low-key Disney vacations, the ideal number of park days, and choosing between Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios for young kids.
00:35 Athina's Disney Small Shop Journey
02:15 Lauren's Disney Cruise Experience
03:42 Disney's Magical Express Controversy
06:09 Transportation Options to Disney Resorts
11:25 Festival of the Arts and Trip Recaps
21:02 Disney Dining Blind Ranking Game
36:46 Listener Questions: After Hours Events
41:20 Ideal Length for a Disney Vacation
45:16 Disney World vs. Disney Cruise: Which is More Relaxing?
53:15 Animal Kingdom vs. Hollywood Studios for Toddlers
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Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip share their best tips and tricks for navigating Walt Disney World during spring break, or heavily crowded periods.
We dive into essential strategies such as setting realistic expectations, tips for character dining, utilizing Disney's multi-pass and lightning lanes, planning transportation, and making use of rope drop strategies. We also discuss the importance of mobile ordering food, enjoying resort amenities, and planning for emergencies. Additionally, we cover the benefits of ordering groceries to your resort and make suggestions for making dining reservations. Tune in for all this and more to make your trip to Disney as enjoyable and stress-free as possible!
00:20 Spring Break Survival Tips
01:27 Character Dining Strategies
03:16 Maximizing Your Time with Multipass
04:07 Rope Drop Tactics
08:08 Mobile Ordering and Resort Relaxation
12:04 Evening Shows and Sleeping In
13:09 Planning for Lost Children
15:35 Transportation Tips
18:56 Grocery Delivery and Final Tips
21:12 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview
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Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip dive into listener questions about visiting Walt Disney World without a MultiPass, offering strategies and expectations for the experience.
They discuss prioritizing rides, planning around cost, and the convenience of MagicBands.
The episode also explores the best activities for non-park days, like Skyliner resort hopping or visiting Disney Springs. Additionally, they touch on the future potential of The Simpsons in Disney Parks and share reflections on underrepresented Disney movies like Zootopia and Coco.
00:00 Introduction and Listener Questions
01:11 Surviving Disney World Without MultiPass
08:06 Magic Bands: Essential or Optional?
14:29 Park Hopping Strategies with MultiPass
20:44 Underrated Disney Movies in the Parks
25:44 Non-Park Day Activities: Skyliner vs. Disney Springs
29:30 The Simpsons at Disney Parks?
32:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Planning the Ultimate Disney Dream Vacation
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Chip and Matt take on a listener Colin’s suggestion to plan their dream Disney vacation with no budget restrictions (but within reason).
We discuss the ideal resorts, essential Disney experiences, and smart planning strategies. We cover the best room options, essential add-ons, favorite dining spots, and must-do attractions.
We also share advice about visiting during peak holiday times and the benefits of Disney VIP tours. Join us as we navigate through planning the ultimate Disney trip for a memorable family experience.
00:50 Holiday Recap and Disney Planning Tips
05:56 Discussing Room Categories and Ideal Rooms
09:37 Choosing the Perfect Disney Resort
14:38 Park Strategies and VIP Tours
20:26 Dining Experiences and Special Activities
31:41 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, we dive into listener questions covering a range of topics including the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, dining options, and the advantages of staying on versus off Disney property. We also discuss whether character dining is worth it for adults, and share tips on how to manage a Disney trip without dining reservations or Multi Pass. The session touches on the best moderate resorts for families with toddlers and offers a variety of strategies for making the most out of a Walt Disney World vacation.
00:00 Welcome to the Disney Dad Podcast
00:18 Is Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Worth It?
01:55 Tips for Booking Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
06:05 Dining Options at Hollywood Studios
10:26 Can You Visit Disney Without Dining Reservations?
14:18 Is the Polynesian Resort Overrated?
17:09 Top Moderate Resorts for Families with Toddlers
20:50 Is Character Dining Worth It for Adults?
22:46 Disadvantages of Staying Off-Site at Walt Disney World
26:02 Can You Enjoy Disney Without Multi Pass?
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Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
In this week's episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad Podcast, Matt and Chip are joined by special guest Nicki Marie.
The trio discusses various aspects of planning Disney trips for families, sharing do's and don'ts based on their personal experiences. Nikki opens up about her journey into content creation, her podcast 'Unplugged with Nikki Marie,' and how her personal experiences shaped her social media presence.
They discuss the importance of prioritizing experiences, using travel hacks, and the ins and outs of navigating Disney as a single parent. The episode also highlights the unique aspects of Disney vacationing, including favorite meals, resorts, and activities to enhance the magic for both parents and children.
00:00 Introduction
01:53 Nikki Marie's Journey into Content Creation
03:15 Impact of COVID-19 on Personal and Professional Life
06:32 Embracing the Disney Lifestyle
15:47 Navigating Disney as a Single Parent
19:37 The Importance of Family Support
20:25 Disney Magic for Single Parents
24:15 Favorite Disney Experiences
25:20 Resort Stays and Splurges
30:58 Maximizing Your Disney Trip
34:51 Travel Tips and Final Thoughts
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Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
In this episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, we recap the recent experiences at Walt Disney World's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights.
The episode covers highlights and recommendations for both events, including character meet and greets, entertainment, food options, and crowds. We provide our feedback and tips on how to strategize for both parties to maximize your experience.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:59 Christmas Spirit and Decorations
01:35 Disney Ride Memories
04:28 Jollywood Nights Review
06:31 Character Meet and Greets
13:10 Rides, Merch, and More
19:00 Jollywood Nights Review Continued
19:35 Entertainment and Dining Options
21:35 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
24:53 Character Meet and Greets
30:04 Parades and Shows
33:44 Food and Snacks
36:55 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
38:55 Podcast Wrap-Up
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Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
In this episode of the 'Adventures of a Disney Dad' podcast, we dive into the essentials of planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation. Wevdiscuss the overwhelming demand and importance of early planning, the variety of stateroom options, and how to choose your ship based on key factors like destination, dates, and costs.
Additionally, we provide updates on Walt Disney World price changes and introduce the newly available Epic Universe ticket packages, highlighting the surprisingly affordable rates.
01:14 Planning Your Disney Cruise
02:12 Choosing the Right Cruise
05:38 Disney Cruise Ships and Itineraries
06:45 Booking and Pricing Tips
08:20 Dining and Onboard Experience
16:48 Selecting Your Stateroom
20:27 Choosing the Right State Room
21:13 Deciding on Deck Location
24:23 Booking Specific Rooms
25:24 Understanding Room Sizes and Cruise Basics
25:50 Disney Cruise Line Tips
27:05 Walt Disney World Price Increases
27:49 Rant on Cake Bake Shop Prices
32:41 Epic Universe Ticket Pricing
37:12 Comparing Hotel Prices
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Friday Oct 18, 2024
Friday Oct 18, 2024
In this episode of Adventures of a Disney Dad, hosts Matt and Chip delve into significant updates from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resorts. They discuss Disney's new Lightning Lane Premier Pass, which allows guests to skip lines once per ride per park, comparing it to existing options like Multi Pass, Lightning Lane, and VIP tours.
The conversation covers the pass's cost-effectiveness for different visitor types and park-specific benefits, concluding that it's best suited for certain markets.
The hosts also analyze the recurring pattern of Universal making big announcements following Disney. They provide in-depth details on the upcoming Epic Universe at Universal, revealing surprisingly reasonable ticket prices and new immersive attractions like the Donkey Kong roller coaster and Harry Potter areas. They discuss the upcoming ticket sale and grand opening dates.
00:12 Walt Disney World News and Universal Announcements
01:40 Premier Pass Overview
03:02 VIP Tours and Pricing
06:03 New Lightning Lane Premier Pass
08:03 Pricing and Availability
14:29 Comparing Parks and Services
16:31 Evaluating the Value of Multi-Pass
17:07 VIP Tours vs. Premier Pass
18:19 Universal's VIP Experience
20:41 Magic Kingdom's Ride Savings
21:38 The Hassle of Using Disney's App
22:38 Skepticism About Premier Pass
22:59 Epic Universe Opening Details
23:42 Booking Packages for Epic Universe
25:09 Helios Grand Hotel Insights
27:55 Excitement for Universal's New Attractions
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Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Welcome back to The Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast! In this episode we discuss navigating Walt Disney World during hurricane season. The impact of recent hurricanes, noting the challenges of park closures and weather-related precautions. We also share insights from a recent trip to Disney’s Riviera Resort and discuss the upcoming Cake Bake Shop opening at the Boardwalk.
Additionally, the episode covers their experience with a VIP tour, emphasizing its value for maximizing park time, especially with kids, even amidst adverse weather conditions.
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00:42 Disney's Hurricane Preparations
05:09 The Cake Bake Shop at the Boardwalk
09:48 Riviera Resort Review
21:02 VIP Tours with Kids
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