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Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWalt Disney World Christmas 2024 Offerings - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 135In episode 135 of the Vacation Kingdoms Podcast, I take you through an enchanting journey of the Christmas and Holiday season at Walt Disney World. Discover all the festive experiences each park has to offer, including the magical decorations at Magic Kingdom, the festive puppets at Animal Kingdom, and the global celebrations at Epcot. Learn about the unique seasonal entertainment at Hollywood Studios like the Holiday Spirit Band and the Juggling Elves, as well as the Christmas enhancements at Disney Springs. I also share tips on must-see events like Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, and the...2024-10-2238 min
Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningMy Walt Disney World VIP Tour Experience - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 134In episode 134 of the Vacation Kingdoms Podcast, we explore Disney's VIP tours with special guest Chris Oakes. We dive into the details of our VIP tour experience, discussing everything from exclusive Lightning Lane access to backstage privileges. Listen in as we share tips for maximizing your time on a VIP tour, including the importance of prioritizing must-do attractions and using the VIP guide's insights. We'll also break down the costs, booking process, and why this premium service is perfect for special celebrations or groups looking to split the expense. Don't miss our firsthand tales of navigating Magic Kingdom and...2024-08-2756 min
Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS4 E7: D23 and MeIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline are taking the biggest announcements from the 2024 D23 Expo and sending them to the lab for analysis. Get rapid results on their upcoming Disney film opinions by way of a game of "Toot, Boot, or Shoot." Then, dive into an in-depth explanation and analysis of their Top 10 announcements from the event. Is Animal Kingdom headed into an identity crisis with the addition of Encanto and Indiana Jones? What would they like to see in this new Villains expansion in Walt Disney World? And are people overreacting to the teaser for...2024-08-211h 37
Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat's New in 2024 at Walt Disney World - Vacation Kingdoms Ep. 131In this episode, I'll be sharing the attractions, shows, experiences and processes that are new in Walt Disney World. Some of these items are brand new, while others are in their infancy. So if you haven't been in a year or two, this overview is for you. Plus, I'll be sharing tips on how to experience all the newness in Walt Disney World. Follow Us On SocialInstagramFacebookWant to Watch the Video Version? Check out the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel here.Ready to Book...2024-07-2353 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS4 BONUS: A Wish Worth MakingBeluga Sevruga! In this bonus D-Brief episode, Conor and Caroline are giving their stream of conscious, (largely) unedited reactions to 2023's Wish from Walt Disney Animation Studios. Go beat by beat with them through the film that was one hundred years in the making as they discuss what was stellar and what could use a little more shine. If you've had reservations and hesitations, give a listen to see if this really is a wish worth making.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Join the...2024-04-151h 25
LOA Today - Your Daily Dose Of HappyConor Cunneen - When Life Knocks You Down, Choose to Get Back Up
We all face challenges, as Connor Cunneen knows well from his battles with cancer. Yet during his chat with Walt and Anne-Marie, Connor shared wisdom on how to rise above difficulties through perspective and goal-setting.
The Irish speaker rejected labeling himself "unemployed" during job searches, knowing words shape mindsets. As he said, it's not about what happens, but how we view it. Though life deals blows, we decide if they defeat or strengthen us.
Connor also dismissed seeing presentations as the "work" and other tasks as mere "busywork." Everything contributes to success, so...2024-02-271h 03
Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E21: The Show Must Go OnIn this special Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline are closing out their non-Disney cycle with a game of "Guess The Show!" With only three vague clues, doled out one at a time, Caroline and Conor must try to guess 50 different Broadway shows, both plays and musicals. Whomever can guess 25 shows with the fewest clues, will be dubbed champion. Is Conor destined for the limelight in this matchup or will Caroline take the final bow?Poor Unfortunate Podcast is on strike! In solidarity with SAG-AFTRA and the WGA, we will not be crossing the virtual picket line b...2023-07-311h 20Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E15: Square OffIn this Showdown episode, Conor and Caroline are headed to the parks to see Disneyland's New Orleans Square take on Walt Disney World's Liberty Square. These two themed lands function very similarly in the Disney Parks but which is better? Do the attractions and cajun cuisine of New Orleans Square make it worthy to be called winner? Or is the clever and historically accurate theming of Liberty Square too good to lose? Grab your MagicBands and favorite ears because we're park hopping until we name the winner, fair and square!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads...2023-04-241h 35Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E14: Class CrownIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline are ready to take you to school with their assessment of two royal mentorships. Traveling back to a Dark Age indeed, Conor rants about the flawed relationship between Merlin and young Arthur in The Sword in the Stone. Meanwhile, Caroline dives into a lesson fit for a princess about the majesty of The Princess Diaries's Queen Clarisse Renaldi and how she is the guiding light that Princess (to be) Mia so desperately needs. Please take your seats and open your textbooks, a new episode of Poor Unfortunate Podcast is about to...2023-04-031h 20Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E12: The Cards Will TellIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Caroline and Conor are reading your star charts and divining your future with three mystical movie marathons. Cycle through all twelve signs of the zodiac with Conor's Pixar Horoscope marathon. Or pull some tarot cards with Caroline to find the Disney movies you need to watch right now. Or question your own sanity with a Reddit-style conspiracy marathon that will link Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Hercules. No matter which movie night is your cup of tea leaves, they've looked into your future and all signs point to you loving this...2023-03-061h 14Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E10: Rabbit HoleIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline go down the rabbit hole into the Disney characters that are worthy (or unworthy) of icon status. Has Caroline gone mad by claiming Alice of Alice in Wonderland is too unlikeable to be such a noteworthy Disney symbol? And would you agree with Conor that Zootopia's Judy Hopps does not get the recognition she deserves as the complex, modern hero? Here's some very good advice: don't be late to this episode!DISCLAIMER: While Judy Hopps is a fictional character, we acknowledge that her role as a police officer is...2023-01-301h 12Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E9: First Time In ForeverIn this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline are talking all things "firsts" in a recap of Conor's recent Disney trip and a fun game of "Would You Rather?" For the first time in eight years, Conor returned to Walt Disney World to experience the parks during the holidays. Listen to the stories from his trip from the perspective of someone experiencing the parks as if for the first time. Then, get ready to rack your brain and make some serious decisions in a game that will force you to choose from major Disney firsts. Which animated film should...2023-01-161h 33Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E8: Try EverythingIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline are becoming the Disney algorithm! Drawing inspiration from Disney films listeners say they want to hear more about, they'll be recommending pairings for you to try from ten different categories. Are you a fan of The Aristocats and are looking for your next TV series to binge? Or maybe you need a dining recommendation after watching The Parent Trap? Don't worry, Conor and Caroline's advice is simple: try everything!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Join...2022-12-121h 22Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E5: From Regions BeyondIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline channel the spirits in an entry devoted entirely to ghosts of Disney. Casting a spell with both the light and dark sides of the Force, Conor rants about the revision of Anakin Skywalker's Force Ghost in Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. Meanwhile, Caroline's séance manifests the forgotten Disney Television film, Susie Q, in a rave about its worthy contribution to supernatural cinema that has been buried for years. Grab your dowsing rods for a spirited new installment of Poor Unfortunate Podcast!Follow us on F...2022-10-311h 29Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning5 Lands That Need Major Updates in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 1275 Lands That Need Major Updates in Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 127 During D23 there was some discussion around lands being revamped or replaced in Walt Disney World. In this episode I share 5 Walt Disney Worldlands I think are in need of major updates. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/127 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers2022-10-1140 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E3: A Whole New WorldIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline dive into some of their favorite announcements from the D23 Expo before Caroline dishes on her most recent trip to Walt Disney World. After Caroline's four year hiatus, Walt Disney World is a completely different experience - from park reservations to Disney Genie, premium experiences to new attractions. Find out what the most magical place on earth is really like right now or just live vicariously through Caroline's wild stories. So join in on this magic carpet ride through a whole new Disney World and find out if it's still...2022-09-261h 30Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS3 E1: Never LandsIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline go all-in on two major Walt Disney World projects that were never realized. What ever happened to the anxiously awaited Beastlie Kingdomme area of Animal Kingdom that had been in development for over 10 years? And did you even know that Epcot's Project Gemini from the early 2000's planned to gut Spaceship Earth? Get ready to lose yourself, for better or for worse, in the the Walt Disney World that might have been!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!2022-07-251h 29Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E25: The Poor Unfortunate Game, Part 2Season Two Finale (Part Two). In this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline celebrate their 50th full episode and close out the second season with the continuation of their two-part season finale: The Poor Unfortunate Game. It's a new interactive game that takes the essence of Apples to Apples and Debate Team and douses it all in pixie dust and Disney magic! Joined by special guests and listeners of the pod Anne Acerno and Erin Perkins, Caroline and Conor set out ten new unknown scenarios for Anne and Erin who must then choose their Disney character champions and plead...2022-07-041h 06Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E24: The Poor Unfortunate Game, Part 1Season Two Finale (Part One). In this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline close out the second season with a two-part season finale: The Poor Unfortunate Game. It's a new interactive game that takes the essence of Apples to Apples and Debate Team and douses it all in pixie dust and Disney magic! Joined by special guests and listeners of the pod Anne Acerno and Erin Perkins, Caroline and Conor must choose their Disney character champions to win ten unknown scenarios and plead their case until a winner is named. Gather round Ursula's cauldron and hold onto your poor...2022-06-271h 25
The Optical EntrepreneurAndrew Lock on Walt Disney's WayThere are many lessons out there from successful companies for the small business owner and entrepreneur. Who better than one of the most recognisable and beloved brands in the world to learn from? In this episode, one of the foremost experts on Disney and author of the book ‘Walt Disney’s Way’ explores the two big reasons why your business should model Disney, how to approach risk taking successfully in your practice, why innovators make more money than inventors, the reason why two out three visitors to Disney theme parks are repeat guests, the mindset required to deliver...2022-05-0653 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E22: Some ImaginationIn this Showdown episode, Conor and Caroline are using the power of their imaginations to discover which version of the nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! is a vision fantastic! Will Walt Disney World’s production be the shining star of Hollywood Hills? Is Tokyo DisneySEA’s show the finest in all the seven seas? Or does the reimagined Fantasmic! 2.0 in Disneyland lead us to the most strange and wondrous dreams?…You are about to find out!Fantasmic! at Walt Disney WorldWatch on YouTubeFantasmic! at Tokyo DisneySEAWatch on YouTubeFantasmic! 2.0 at DisneylandWatch...2022-04-041h 39Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E21: Remember the MagicIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline are going on a journey to the past as they take on the topics of change, nostalgia, and the magic of Disney. After starting off with a tag-teamed "mini-rant" about Florida's "Don't Say Gay Bill" and The Walt Disney Company's public role in local politics, Conor takes you back to your local shopping mall with a rant about the rise and fall of an icon - The Disney Store. Then, Caroline pulls up in her stage coach and crashes Mom's kitchen with a rave about long-standing immersive dining experiences in Walt...2022-03-141h 29Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E18: Pillow FightIn this Showdown episode, Conor and Caroline are taking the two most well-rested Disney Princesses and pitting them against each other for a royal smackdown. Is Snow White really the fairest of them all or asleep on the job? Is Aurora the epitome of grace and beauty or a 16-minute snoozefest? Inspired by the Dream Big Princess campaign, Conor and Caroline are on a quest to see how well these ladies measure up to their three defining characteristics and inspire us to wake up to our greatest potential!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok...2022-01-311h 38Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E17: Must Be SantaIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline are sharing their yuletide thoughts on two of Disney's depictions of Santa: 2019's Noelle and 1994's The Santa Clause. Is Caroline right to put Noelle on the naughty list for not being good enough as the first female Santa? And did Conor check his list twice when he claims that Tim Allen's Christmas classic gives us the best addition to Santa lore? From the top of a rooftop to a Phoenix outdoor mall, now dash away, dash away, dash away all! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and...2021-12-201h 01Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsANNOUNCEMENT: Disney Inside Out Podcast on Wednesday, October 20th!La Voce to Me! Tune in on Wednesday, October 20th when Caroline and Conor join Disney enthusiast and fellow NYC actor, Ryan Wright, for the season 2 premiere of his podcast, Disney Inside Out! Listen as they recap some of the best new additions to Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary celebration, talk origins of podcasting, and play a fun game of Kiss, Mary, Diss with the Disney Princes. Check out the full episode, available now from Disney Inside Out!DISNEY INSIDE OUTWeb: disneyinsideout.buzzsprout.com | Instagram: @disneyinsideoutpodcast | Twitter: @DisneyInsideOFollow us on Facebook...2021-10-2002 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E12: Be Our GuessIn this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline celebrate the start of Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration with a new game of "Guess The Attraction!" With only three vague clues, doled out one at a time, Caroline and Conor must try to guess 50 different attractions spanning all four parks from opening day to the present. Whomever can guess 25 attractions with the fewest clues, will be dubbed champion. Will Conor's detail-oriented mind give him an edge or will Caroline's chaotic energy cause an upset for the ages?Click here to view the hints one at a time...2021-10-111h 12Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningCharacter Meet and Greets Return to Walt Disney World - News to Opinion 10.7.21On this week's News to Opinion we talk about how Character Meet and Greets are returning to the Walt Disney World parks. I also discuss the other entertainment offerings that are coming back to the parks and how that will impact your upcoming vacations. Plus, I share my breakdown and expectations on what the MagicBand+ will offer. And we getting an opening date for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser and an opening year for Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news10721 ...2021-10-0745 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWalt Disney World's 50th Anniversary Recap - My Day at Magic Kingdom - WDW Opinion Ep. 118I was lucky enough to be in the Magic Kingdom on October 1 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. I spent 13 hours in the park (!!!) and I had an absolute blast. On this episode I share a recap of my day and express how happy I was that I got to be there. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/118 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community...2021-10-0559 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E11: Make Mine MenkenIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline are singing the praises of their favorite musicians (but mostly Menken) as they assemble three brand-new playlists for your listening pleasure. Chart a course through the Disney Animation's finest main title sequences with Conor or fall in love all over again with Caroline's playlist of the most romantic Disney songs and scores. And when all is said and done, cuff up your jeans and grab your favorite sweater as your favorite Disney Duo take you into the unknown and straight to Bald Mountain with their Fall Into Spooky Season playlist!2021-09-271h 13Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat to Pack for a Walt Disney World Vacation - WDW Opinion Ep. 117On this episode we are talking about what to pack for your Walt Disney World vacation. We discuss things to consider like what time of year you are going and what activities you plan on doing. Plus, we share some of our recent favorite products that have been game changers when it comes to helping us in the parks and on our trips. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/117 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2021-09-211h 07Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningDisney World Annual Pass Break Down, Steakhouse 71 and Space 220 Menus Revealed - News to Opinion 9.16.21We have a brand new offering from WDW Opinion. News to Opinion will be a weekly show covering all the important news stories from Walt Disney World. News stories for the week of September 16 2021 include a breakdown of the new Annual Pass offerings for Walt Disney World as well as the menus being revealed form the Steakhouse 71 and Space 220 Restaurants. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/news91621 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter...2021-09-161h 06Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E9: From Rebel Ants to Empty PantsIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline are reminiscing on two of Disney Pixar's forgotten flicks (no pun intended). Does Conor make the case that 1998's A Bug's Life is truly worthy of a re-watch? Are you riding shotgun with Caroline when she says that 2020's Onward should be magicked out of existence? Or are you still too busy mourning the death of the Fastpass in Disney Parks? Wherever you land, grab some candy corn and BYOB; this is gonna be one wild ride! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content...2021-08-301h 25Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning10 Fun Facts About Disney’s Epcot You Probably Never Knew - WDW Opinion Ep. 113In this episode I share some Epcot fun facts you’ve probably never heard of about. There’s plenty of fun facts to tell but for this episode I’ve narrowed it down to 10 of my favorite. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/113 Check out the books I used as resources for this episode. The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World by Susan Veness The Walt Disney World that Never Was by Christopher E Smith Walt Disney’s Epcot Center: Creating the New World of Tomorrow No...2021-08-2445 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E4: Let Your Conscience Be Your GuideIn this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline attempt one of their most revealing games yet: The Gut-Check Challenge. With over 30 questions and mere seconds to say the first answer that comes to mind, you'll get some of the most honest reactions and controversial opinions on the podcast to date. Which animated film will Caroline remove from existence? Is there anything that will get Conor to recognize Mulan as a princess? If there is indeed a prize for rotten judgement, your hosts have successfully unseated Megara for that win.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and...2021-06-141h 02Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningMaskless In Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 111On this episode of the show I’m talking about my recent trip to Walt Disney World and the future of the WDW Opinion podcast. Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here: https://www.wdwopinion.com/111 Follow Us On Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDWOpinion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdwopinion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WDWopinion Opinioneers Community: https://www.wdwopinion.com/Opinioneers2021-06-1436 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E3: My Oh My What a Wonderful DayIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline kick off vacation season with three Disney Days designed for those moments when you just need to escape. Embrace your inner villain with Conor's Villainous Staycation, pamper yourself with Caroline's Modern Royalty Day at Walt Disney World, or explore the lands of the Magic Kingdom, NYC-style! You've been stuck in the same old routine and now it's time to let your hair down, come out of your Corona tower, and have one of the best days ever! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun...2021-05-311h 07Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS2 E1: Where the Lost Things GoIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline reminisce about two major defunct Walt Disney World locations from their childhood. What actually was that ominous blue building called DisneyQuest in Downtown Disney's West Side? And why was Mickey's Toontown Fair the land that all the other themed areas of the Magic Kingdom didn't want to sit with at lunch? Jump back in time to the 1990s and early 2000s for some nostalgia-soaked opinions about some of Walt Disney World's most head-scratching experiences! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new...2021-05-031h 14Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E22: I See the Light Down in New OrleansIn this Showdown episode, Conor and Caroline take on the soundtracks from the two Disney musicals that launched the Revival Era of Disney animation: The Princess and the Frog and Tangled. A Disney Legend matchup of Randy Newman and Alan Menken makes this a brutal battle, but Conor and Caroline go from songs to score and back to determine a winner. But when all is said and done will Ne-Yo’s “Never Knew I Needed” or Grace Potter’s “Something That I Want” be dubbed the champion of end credit songs? How could they possibly choose? Follow us on...2021-02-221h 25Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E21: He Has Charm For a Prince I GuessIn this Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline take a hard look at which Disney prince deserves his princess and which gent has charm but not much else. Are you clutching your turquoise beads with Conor about Prince Charming not even chasing Cinderella down the stairs in the 1950 animated film? Or are you riding hard with Caroline on the Kristoff Bjorgmann sled in praising the man who burst hearts all over the world when he asked Anna, “I’m here, what do you need?” We know that princes are so eligible...but the love of an ice harvester is #notfrag...2021-02-081h 06Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E17: The Rats of All Our DreamsIn this very special Rant/Rave episode, Conor and Caroline welcome their very first guest: Emily Jacobsen, the originator of the TikTok sensation "Ratatouille the Musical." Inspired by their chat with the Rat Queen herself, Caroline gets to the bottom of why it took so long for Remy to get his due, while Conor celebrates the showmanship, brute force, and absolute genius of Professor Ratigan from The Great Mouse Detective.SPECIAL GUEST: Emily JacobsenTikTok: @e_jaccs | Instagram: @em_jacobsenFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting...2020-12-071h 24Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningDisney News to Opinion - The Polynesian Renovation, Holidays at Disney World, New Rise of the Resistance Process and More - WDW Opinion Ep. 104In this episode I talk about some important recent Walt Disney World news stories and then share my opinions on what they mean for the future of the resort. We talk about the Polynesian getting a renovation, Holidays at Walt Disney World, Disney increasing their park capacity, new Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group procedures, the new entrance signs being added to property, what the D23 Fantastic Worlds Celebration means for the parks and more! Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.2020-11-161h 01
Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 BONUS: We Scare Because We CareIn this special spoopy Halloween bonus episode, Conor and Caroline share some of the most unsettling stories from Disneyland and Walt Disney World, from ghostly residents of the parks to unfortunate accidents that will send chills down your spine. So settle in for a seance with your two favorite ghost hosts and look alive!Content Warning: this episode contains discussions of violence, death, and suicide.Click here to view the sources for the stories from this episode.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!2020-10-3137 minPoor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E12: I'M GONNA RANK IT!In this Wild Card episode, Conor and Caroline pull in to Game Central Station for a couple of fun Disney Buzzfeed quizzes and a torturous game of ranking. Find out which Disney man Conor is most compatible with and which nighttime spectacular Caroline never needs to see again!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions going!If you like what you're hearing, help us...2020-09-281h 19Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningOur 5 Favorite Things About Walt Disney World & Opinioneer Voice Messages - WDW Opinion Ep. 100We did it! We have arrived at episode 100 and we’ve put together a special show to celebrate it. Co-host Hank and I share our five favorite things about Walt Disney World and then we hear some voice messages left by some awesome Opinioneers. All that and more on episode 100! Learn More About This Episode Via The Show Notes Page Here.2020-09-211h 34Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningSeptember 2020 Trip Report Day 6 Recap - Homecomin Brunch Winter Garden and Dinner at EpcotAll this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap the final day of our trip. Homecomin’ at Disney Springs is one of our favorite restaurants in Walt Disney World. But we have never been there for brunch before! We talk about the food there including some insane doughnuts. Then we headed outside the Disney gates to explore the Winter Garden area, a place complete with shopping, dining and even a great brewery. Our day wraps up with dinner at the Taste of Epcot Fo...2020-09-1834 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningSeptember Trip Report Day 5 Recap - Animal Kingdom and Dinner at Our New Favorite Disney World RestaurantAll this week we are sharing daily updates from our September 2020 trip to Walt Disney World! On this episode we recap day 5 of our trip. This day was complete with a trip to the Animal Kingdom, rides on Kilimanjaro Safaris, food at Nomad Lounge and an exceptional dinner at Il Mulino in the Walt Disney World Swan hotel.2020-09-1732 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWilderness Lodge Trip Report - What It’s Like In the Reopened Disney Resort Hotel - WDW Opinion Ep. 97For me there are two main things I look forward to on a Walt Disney World vacation. The first is of course being back in the theme parks. The second is getting to stay at a Disney resort. As I get older the latter of the two is something I look forward to more and more. In many aspects the Disney resort might be my favorite part favorite part of the vacation. We’ve talked alot about the reopened theme parks recently but since the resort stay is such a big part of any Walt Di...2020-08-241h 06Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E9: Unpopular Opinions: The Bear, the Bow, and the WardrobeIn this Rant/Rave episode, Caroline and Conor passionately defend two of their more unpopular Disney opinions. Do you agree with Caroline that Merida and Disney/Pixar's Brave are so awful they're beyond redemption? Or maybe you think that Conor is, in fact, the only person who still thinks about The Chronicles of Narnia films (and for good reason)?Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions...2020-08-171h 16Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningFive Walt Disney World Experts Share Their Top Vacation Planning Tips - WDW Opinion Ep. 93I reached out to five Walt Disney World experts and asked them to answer one simple question. That question was, “what is the number one tip you always share with someone when they are planning a Walt Disney World vacation”. A simple enough question but the answers I got are all very different but each one is oh so very useful. In this episode you will discover all these very important tips. Learn More About This Episode And Get All The Links to Sites Affiliated With Our Experts Here.2020-07-2751 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningPower Rankings: The Best Attractions With No Height Requirements at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 90When Walt Disney had the idea to create Disneyland the main premise was to create a place where the whole family could have fun. Not a place filled with just attractions for kids. Or a place filled with crazy rides that the young ones couldn’t participate in. But a place that every member of the family could go on and enjoy. Over the years, yes they’ve added quite a bit of attractions that have a height requirement but there are still plenty of options for the entire family to enjoy. It’s weird becaus...2020-07-061h 06Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat The Reopened Orlando Theme Parks Are Like - Interview With Vincent of VincentVision - WDW Opinion Ep. 88Walt Disney World theme parks have been closed for three months now. Their reopening plans are in place. It will still take awhile to get back to 100% normal. But that light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer and closer. And other theme parks in Orlando have started to reopen. But alas, as someone who does not live in Orlando I have been unable to visit these places. Yet, thanks to the power of the glorious internet I have been able to follow along and live vicariously as others have forged a path into these...2020-06-221h 03Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat Walt Disney World Will Look Like When It Reopens - WDW Opinion Ep. 87Over the last few weeks we’ve gotten some interesting news when it comes to the reopening of Walt Disney World. While the news is changing and updating almost daily we figured now would be a good time to discuss what we know so far and share our opinions on it all. We’re going to talk about opening procedures, what the resorts are going to look like, what it might be like in the parks and also the new reservation systems and tools Disney will be providing to help guests on their trips during this...2020-06-1557 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning$300 a Day in Disney: The Disney World Daily Budget Series - WDW Opinion Ep. 85$300 a Day in Disney: The Disney World Daily Budget Series - WDW Opinion Ep. 85 Our Disney World Daily Budget series rolls on! This week we have $300 to spend each day in each park. With this price point we are able to experience some cool tours and events that go beyond the typical attractions and dining in Walt Disney World. But even with so many cool opportunities we still struggled at times to hit the $300 mark. Buy “Yacht Club to Diamond Mine” Yacht Club to Diamond Mine is an inside look into what it’s like...2020-05-2659 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning$100 a Day in Disney: The Disney World Daily Budget Series - WDW Opinion Ep. 84$100 a Day in Disney: The Disney World Daily Budget Series - WDW Opinion Ep. 84 In this episode we have a $100 daily budget. We will stop in each Walt Disney World theme park and we will each list the ways we will be spending that $100. Not only is this episode a way for us to share our opinions on the things we love to buy but it will also help show you just how far you can stretch your money in Disney World. Buy “Yacht Club to Diamond Mine” Yacht Club to Diamond Mine is a...2020-05-181h 11Poor Unfortunate Podcast: A Disney Podcast For Grown UpsS1 E3: Queues to French Booze: A Walt Disney World PrimerIn this Tips and Tricks episode, Conor and Caroline weigh in with a few of their helpful hints, hidden secrets, and can't-miss dining options in all four Walt Disney World parks. (Recorded Spring 2019)Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our Facebook Group for listeners who love the podcast and want to keep the discussions going!If you like what you're hearing, help us keep bringing you your favorite Disney content by making a donation to Poor Unfortunate Podcast...2020-05-041h 03Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningPower Rankings: The Roller Coasters of Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 83Power Rankings: The Roller Coasters of Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 83 There's a stigma that Disney World doesn't have enough thrill rides and in particular they don’t have enough good coasters. When compared to a Six Flags or a Cedar Fair park, that would be true. But just because you can’t see a brightly colored coaster track towering in the distance from the parking lot, doesn't mean that Disney World doesn’t have any good coasters. On the contrary in fact. Some of the best roller coasters in the world...2020-05-0456 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningOnward Movie Review: Why This Is Pixar’s Most Important Film - WDW Opinion Ep. 81Onward Movie Review: Why This Is Pixar’s Most Important Film - WDW Opinion Ep. 81 For many of us Opinioneers out there during this crazy time, Disney+ has become a platform we probably now turn to almost daily. The streaming service can offer an escape from reality in a time when many people might need it. In this episode we review a new film to Disney+, Onward. We discuss what we thought of it, what this means for Pixar and how Disney+ might be getting more big budget films debuting on the platform soon. ...2020-04-2054 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningQuarantined In Walt Disney World: The Places We Wouldn’t Mind Being StuckQuarantine. It’s so in right now. It’s the trend that everyone’s doing...because we have to. This got us thinking...if you could be quarantined or stuck in one Disney World location where exactly would that be. JUST ANNOUNCED: The Walt Disney Studios Announces New Dates for Upcoming Films See the Updated Film Schedule Here Buy “Yacht Club to Diamond Mine” Yacht Club to Diamond Mine is an inside look into what it’s like being an employee at the Walt Disney World Resort. In it you’ll follow my journey as...2020-04-0649 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningHow to Exercise at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 79How to Exercise at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 79 How do you exercise at Walt Disney World and do you even need to? We’ll try to answer those questions by reviewing your options onsite and bring up some points around exercising that you might not have ever thought of too. Update On Disney Parks and a Special Vacation Offer Update on Walt Disney World Resort Operations Join the WDW Opinioneers Community Want to learn more about what an Opinioneer is? Explore the community here. Leave a...2020-03-3055 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Disney Parks Are Closed For 2 Weeks. Here’s What We’re Fixing In That Time.The Disney Parks Are Closed For 2 Weeks. Here’s What We’re Fixing In That Time. - WDW Opinion Ep. 77 The parks at Walt Disney World are closed for the next two and a half weeks. During that time what are the things that could get a little TLC while they're closed? Here's what we're fixing. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Coronavirus – Theme Park and Attraction Closings and Updates Update on Walt Disney World Resort Operations Disney College Program ending early, all CPs being sent home due to coronavirus closure Buy “Yacht Club to...2020-03-161h 06Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Disney World Attractions We’re Not Supposed to Rope Drop But Really Want ToThere will be no Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, no Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, no Flight of Passage, there won’t even be any discussion about Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. No. Today we’re talking all about the attractions that we aren’t supposed to rope drop but that we really want to. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Taste Your Way Around the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Starting TODAY! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway: Everything You Should Know About the New Attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Buy “Yacht Club to Diamond Mine”2020-03-091h 01Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat We Would Do As CEO of The Walt Disney CompanyWhether it’s the parks, the films, the streaming services or new opportunities, we’re going to make it happen in this totally hypothetical practice that will never actually come true. Cold Open Story Jungle Cruise Boat at Magic Kingdom Takes on Water with Guests Aboard News to Opinion Stories Discussed Disney CEO Bob Iger immediately steps down from CEO position Bob Chapek is Disney's new CEO 'effective immediately,' as Bob Iger steps down Buy “Yacht Club to Diamond Mine” Yacht Club to Diamond Mine is an inside look int...2020-03-021h 02Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningRanking the Lands of the Magic KingdomRanking the Lands of the Magic Kingdom - WDW Opinion Ep. 74 When it comes to the lands that make up the Magic Kingdom each individual can have their favorite and least favorite. And since everyone loves a good power ranking we decided to do just that and rank the lands of the Magic Kingdom. We’ll each give our rankings and share why we ranked them so. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort to Receive Royal Makeover Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue Now Open at EPCOT ...2020-02-2458 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningTop Tips for Taking an Infant on a Walt Disney World Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 73Top Tips for Taking an Infant on a Walt Disney World Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 73 Taking a three month old to Disney World might seem like a nightmare. But with a little planning you’ll realize that taking an infant to Disney can be one of your most memorable trips. We share those top tips in this episode. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hosts Exciting Multi-Day Celebration for 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Price Increase on Walt Disney World Theme Park Ticket Options and Annual Passes WDW...2020-02-171h 19Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningHow to See the Super Bowl MVP Parade at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 72How to See the Super Bowl MVP Parade at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 72 There were a lot of unique elements to my Mom's most recent trip to Walt Disney World, including seeing the Super Bowl MVP parade. We discuss it on this episode. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Adds FastPass+ Service for Visits Beginning March 4 City Works Eatery & Pour House Now Open at Disney Springs WDW Opinion Blogs Posts Mentioned in the Show Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian - Review Kona Cafe at...2020-02-101h 12Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Best Coffee in Disney World: Interview With Matt from the Disney Coffee Blog - WDW Opinion Ep. 71The Best Coffee in Disney World: Interview With Matt from the Disney Coffee Blog - WDW Opinion Ep. 71 On this episode we talk all about the best coffee drinks and best places to get coffee in Walt Disney World in an interview, with Matt, the creator of the Disney Coffee Blog. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Spider-Man Swings into Action Above Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park The Epcot Experience Adds Indoor Seating and Now Serves Up Quick Sips and Bites More Info on the Disney Coffee Blog Check Out...2020-02-031h 00Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat It’s Like Being a Cast Member at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 70What It’s Like Being a Cast Member at Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 70 As a former Disney World Cast Member, Conor is asked about his time working at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts and on the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train in Magic Kingdom. Plus, we discuss how Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be added to Hollywood Studios’ FP+ options and we potentially have an opening date for the Space 220 restaurant in Epcot. News to Opinion Stories Discussed Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Added to FastPass+ Service Beginning Feb. 19 at Walt Disney Worl...2020-01-271h 04Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning20 Disney Things We’re Excited for in 2020 - WDW Opinion Ep. 6720 Disney Things We’re Excited for in 2020 - WDW Opinion Ep. 67 It is still an incredible time to be a Disney fan. Whether it's parks, movies, Disney plus, the Disney community...there’s so much to experience now and in the coming days, weeks, months and years. But for now here are my 20 Disney things I’m looking forward to in 2020. Some of these items debuted in 2019 but they’ll be shaping our 2020 Disney plans in big ways. From the theme parks, to the film studios and Disney+, here are the 20 Disney things we’re looking fo...2020-01-0649 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningInterview with Walt Disney Master of Dreamers Director - Tony Cortese - WDW Opinion Ep. 62One of the best things about this Disney fan community that we’re all apart of is the freedom people have to showcase their passion for Disney in a variety of ways. And in a community filled with incredibly creative and talented people you know that there are going to be some incredible works to come from this passion. Our guest, Tony Cortese, is a perfect example of what occurs when you combine your talent and creativity with your Disney passion and focus it into a project. In his case the medium he chooses to showcase his pa...2019-10-141h 10Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningEverything You Need to Know About the Disney Skyliner - WDW Opinion Ep. 61Everything You Need to Know About the Disney Skyliner - WDW Opinion Ep. 61 Buses, boats, trams, minivans and monorails. There are a ton of ways to get around the Walt Disney World resort. And a lot of the times they can be considered attractions themselves. Transportation is one thing but enjoy how you get from a to b is part of the fun when it comes to traveling around Disney. This past week the newest form of transportation opened in Disney World and it signifies a huge shift in the way we’ll so...2019-10-071h 02Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Best Stories Told on Walt Disney World Attractions - WDW Opinion Ep. 60The Best Stories Told on Walt Disney World Attractions - WDW Opinion Ep. 60 Disney is the best storytelling company period. Yes, this podcast might be called WDW Opinion but that statement is a WDW Fact. For nearly 100 years Disney has revolutionized storytelling and has given us some of the most iconic characters in history. They’ve done this in their movies, of course. Whether it be Snow White, Pinoccio, Beauty and the Beast, the Lion King, Frozen and of course anything to do with Mickey Mouse himself, Disney are the experts when it comes to st...2019-10-011h 13Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThings A First Timer Needs To Do At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 54Things A First Timer Needs To Do At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 54 You only get to experience your first time once. Here at WDW Opinion, we make it our mission to share as many opinions as humanly possible and we’re not in the business of making you think there’s only one right way to experience Walt Disney World. Because in reality there’s actually 10s of thousands of ways to vacation at the most magical place on Earth. But your first trip to Disney World is special and for many in Ame...2019-08-191h 01Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation Planning5 Things We’ve Never Done, But Want To Do, At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 525 Things We’ve Never Done, But Want To Do, At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 52 I think it’s safe to say no one person has ever been able to experience every single offering Disney World has. It’s probably impossible to do so. All the attractions and shows are one thing but think about all the dining experiences you would need to have. And then factor in all the other extras you could do. From recreation, resorts to explore and areas you’ve probably never heard of, there’s a lot of things you...2019-08-051h 04Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningOur Top 5 Favorite Walt Disney World Attractions - WDW Opinion Ep. 51Our Top 5 Favorite Walt Disney World Attractions - WDW Opinion Ep. 51 Everyone’s got their favorites. A fun conversation to have, or argument depending upon if it gets to that level, is ranking the best Disney World attractions. What the best attractions are is one thing but what your own personal favorite Dinsey attractions are, well that’s an entirely different story. Sometimes you like a ride because of the experience you have on it, the way it makes you feel, sometimes you like it because of the technological advancements it features, or the story it t...2019-07-221h 05Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningOld Key West Resort Review - WDW Opinion Ep. 49Old Key West Resort Review - WDW Opinion Ep. 49 The Polynesian. The Grand Floridian. The Contemporary. The Boardwalk. Even the smallest Disney fan knows these resorts. They’re among the most popular at Disney World and for good reason. But not too many people in the real world realize that there are over 20 Disney owned and operated resorts on property. I’ve said it before during other resort reviews but, part of the fun of a Disney trip is getting to experience different resorts. Especially when you go frequently, changing up the resort you stay at c...2019-07-081h 19Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningHow to Enjoy a Trip to Disney World in the Summer - WDW Opinion Ep. 47How to Enjoy a Trip to Disney World in the Summer - WDW Opinion Ep. 47 I go to Disney World a lot. Some might say I have a problem. While no doctor has ever been able to diagnose my issues it is safe to say that I find myself not wanting but needing to go back to Disney as often as possible. So often other people will say to me “don’t you get sick of that place”. Of course, I just shrug off that question because it really comes from a place of ignorance. Saying...2019-06-241h 07Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningHere’s How You Can Save Money At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 46Here’s How You Can Save Money At Walt Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 46 The most frequent question we get asked is how do you save money at Disney World? It’s an important question because you can quickly and easily break the bank on a Disney World trip. A couple of weeks back we shared the best ways to save up money for a Disney World trip. Those tips included how you can set up a vacation savings account, how credit card points can help pay for your trip and we shared where you...2019-06-171h 05Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningStar Wars Galaxy’s Edge Episode III: Its Opening Week - WDW Opinion Ep. 45Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Episode III: Its Opening Week - WDW Opinion Ep. 45 By the time you’re listening to this podcast Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland theme park will be well into its second week of operation. This is a moment we’ve been waiting for, for years now. In fact you could say we’ve even been waiting for this since 2012 when Disney acquired Lucasfilm and the Star Wars properties from George Lucas. Now the land itself was first publicly announced in 2015 at D23 it feels like its taken longer tha...2019-06-101h 11Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThese Are the Ways to Save Money for a Walt Disney World Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 44These Are the Ways to Save Money for a Walt Disney World Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 44 A Disney World vacation is expensive. That’s not a controversial topic it’s just a fact. Most vacations are expensive no matter where you go. Sure Disney might be on another level but Disney World is on another level when it comes to a vacation experience. But there are a lot of things to pay for when it comes to a Disney trip. Obviously, the transportation and the hotel can be the most expensive but tickets can get...2019-05-271h 04Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningTop Things to Do Outside the Theme Parks at Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 43Top Things to Do Outside the Theme Parks at Disney World - WDW Opinion Ep. 43 I’m sure I sound like a broken record at this point but I’ll start this segment off by saying one of my favorite phrases. Disney World really is a World unto itself. There’s so much to do outside of the parks there even. Often our trips get bogged down running from one attraction to the next and we spend the majority of our time within the walls of one of the theme parks. But there’s so much to...2019-05-201h 05Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhat Disney's Movie Schedule Means for the Parks - WDW Opinion Ep. 42What Disney's Movie Schedule Means for the Parks - WDW Opinion Ep. 42 Sometimes as Hank and I geek out about the latest in plastic bracelet technology or as we salivate over theme park operating hours it’s easy for us to forget that Disney really is a film company. That’s right for every robot bear they’ve created they have a dozen movies to show for it. And while this is a theme park-centric podcast it’s important to go back to Disney’s roots from time to time. After all, film really is the reason...2019-05-131h 15Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Top Tech Tips & Must Haves For A Disney Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 40The Top Tech Tips & Must Haves For A Disney Trip - WDW Opinion Ep. 40 A few years back, Disney tried to revolutionize the vacation experience and in many ways, My Disney+ and My Disney Experience have done just that. Unlike other places, Disney embraces change. While you can get upset about the limitations of their tech, which a lot of it has, you can’t fault them for revolutionizing an industry. But how can we incorporate new technology into our vacations? If we’re looking to do that Disney World is a great place to acco...2019-04-291h 14Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWhy Homecomin’ Is Disney Springs Best Restaurant - WDW Opinion Ep. 39Why Homecomin’ Is Disney Springs Best Restaurant - WDW Opinion Ep. 39 One of the best parts about the Disney Springs transformation is all the new and unique dining opportunities it has brought. We knew we were going to be getting a lot of new restaurants but the caliber of cuisine I think has taken many by surprise. One of our personal favorites is Art Smith’s Homecomin’. It’s old fashion southern comfort food with a twist here or there. While it isn’t directly owned by Disney in some ways it is perfectly Disney. The...2019-04-2359 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningAre Epcot Festivals Becoming Overrated? - WDW Opinion Ep. 38Are Epcot Festivals Becoming Overrated? - WDW Opinion Ep. 38 It’s trip report time! Back in the day, I used to live for trip reports. Whether it was on message boards or on podcasts, trip reports are a great way to live vicariously through someone else’s adventures. WDW Opinion’s mission is to help you plan for a daydream about your next perfect Disney World trip. Trip reports accomplishing both of those things perfectly. You learn tips and strategies to help you plan for the next time but it also helps pass the time in bet...2019-04-151h 21Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningThe Disney World Rides You’re Supposed to Love - WDW Opinion Ep. 34The Disney World Rides You’re Supposed to Love - WDW Opinion Ep. 34 A couple weeks ago I posted a photo on Facebook and Instagram. It was of the entrance to it’s a small world. Now this is an iconic attraction for sure but I posed a question in my caption. Do we actually hate it’s a small world or do we really just love to hate it. The response we got was overwhelming. Almost 250 comments later and I realized that the vast majority of people really actually love that ride. It’s funny be...2019-03-181h 13Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 31 - What Will Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Look Like?WDW Opinion Ep. 31 - What Will Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Look Like? WDW Opinion’s mission is to help you plan for and daydream about your next perfect Disney World vacation. Growing up and being obsessed with the parks I found that listening to podcasts, watching videos or reading someone’s recommendations would often help ease the pain of not being at Disney World. That’s where the daydream aspect comes from in our mission statement. The content we share looks to help you daydream about that next perfect trip. But sometimes our content can only...2019-02-251h 11Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 30 - Our Ultimate Day at Walt Disney WorldWDW Opinion Ep. 30 - Our Ultimate Day at Walt Disney World A few weeks ago we told you about a new tour coming to Walt Disney world. The 12 hour tour could accommodate up to six guests and would run $12,000. We questioned the reasoning behind it as it was made to seem like a simple VIP tour with unlimited FastPass+ and the ability to eat anywhere on Disney Property. For that alone the price is not worth it at all. But we are slowly starting to hear that the way Disney was describing the tour was...2019-02-181h 09Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 29 - How Many Days Do You Need for a Perfect Disney World Trip?WDW Opinion Ep. 29 - How Many Days Do You Need for a Perfect Disney World Trip? 47 square miles. That’s twice the size of the island of Manhattan. It’s also the size of Walt Disney World property. Now currently only ⅓ of that land is actually developed but, that still leaves quite a vast expanse to explore. Home to four theme parks, two water parks, over 20 resort hotels, the gigantic Disney Springs shopping, dining and entertainment district and so much more, there is plenty to see and do at Walt Disney World. Listen there’s simply n...2019-02-111h 06Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 28 - Sanaa at the Animal Kingdom Lodge Dining ReviewWDW Opinion Ep. 28 - Sanaa at the Animal Kingdom Lodge Dining Review I will continue to say it for as long as this podcast is a thing, Disney World is a world unto itself. It’s like its own independent city and there are so many things outside of the parks that Disney World has to offer. Attractions aside the food you can indulge in is something that makes Disney World so unique. There are the popular choices like Be Our Guest, Ohana, Le Cellier, Cinderella’s Royal Table that people are dying to get to. And then...2019-02-0459 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 26 - Coronado Springs Resort Walking TourWDW Opinion Ep. 26 - Coronado Springs Resort Walking Tour Right now Coronado Springs is undergoing massive change. At this point most if not all of the guest rooms have been renovated. But there is still plenty of work to be done at the resort. Its newest edition, the Destino Tower will be opening this July and will bring with it 545 new guest rooms. It’s going to be a massive new addition and completely change the resort. But right now it can be more of a hindrance to the guest as it is being built. Ha...2019-01-2151 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 25 - Star Wars Galaxy's Edge Episode I: What We Know So FarFor years now we have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. It is pegged to be a truly revolutionary land and will bring in attractions, atmosphere and technologies that will launch a new era in theme parks. While we are only months away from the opening of the land in Disneyland and a little bit further away from the opening in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World, we are still unaware of most of the things that will be in the land. So that’s what we wanted to do here today. Disc...2019-01-141h 10Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 23 - Our 18 Favorite Things from 2018 at Walt Disney WorldWDW Opinion Ep. 23 - Our 18 Favorite Things from 2018 at Walt Disney World No matter what you’re looking back on, the final few weeks of December are always a good time to reflect on the past year. Since this is a Disney World podcast we, of course, are excited to look back on what 2018 meant for Walt Disney World. While we got plenty of new stuff 2018 was definitely the year of “things to come”. So on this episode let’s look back as we share our 18 favorite things from 2018 in Walt Disney World. Plus we discuss...2018-12-1757 minVacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 22 - Ralph Breaks the Internet Movie ReviewWDW Opinion Ep. 22 - Ralph Breaks the Internet Movie Review Wreck it Ralph ushered in a whole new direction for Walt Disney Animation Studios. Hit after hit has followed it but, some were a little worried that its sequel would fall short of the original and the other films that have followed for the studio since. On this episode, we will be reviewing Ralph Breaks the Internet, giving our thoughts on the film and what we think it means for the animation department, the parks and the company as a whole. Plus we talk about...2018-12-101h 16Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 16 - Power Rankings: The Mountain Attractions of Walt Disney WorldWDW Opinion Ep. 16 - Power Rankings: The Mountain Attractions of Walt Disney World Sometimes a good idea just sticks. And sometimes that good idea is so cool that it builds a theme. For Disney, their good idea came in the form of a legendary Swiss mountain and decades later, with rides all over the world I think it is safe to say that the Mountain attraction idea Disney came up with has stuck as a pretty awesome theme. In fact, there are 19 mountains across the world in Disney parks. Including 4 Big Thunder Mountains, 3 Splash Mountains, 5...2018-10-221h 06Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 13 - Why We Love Pandora the World of AvatarWDW Opinion Ep. 13 - Why We Love Pandora the World of Avatar There are so many reasons we love Disney World. And when asked to explain why you love it you often use words like fun, magical, cool and awesome. While all those words work, what really makes Disney World so great and the main reasons Hank and I love it so much is because of the specifics. The details and the items that make up the World are the reason we love it so. That’s the purpose of this segment. To go land by land, at...2018-10-021h 15Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 10 - Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine FestivalWDW Opinion Ep. 10 - Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival As Summer comes to a close, Fall begins to descend upon the Walt Disney World resort. Halloween festivities and fall decorations grace the parks and it has become a season worth going out of your way to experience. For the past 23 years, Fall has also become synonymous with one of Walt Disney World’s most popular events. The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. This week we wanted to share our tips and strategies for getting the most out of Food and Wine wh...2018-09-101h 09Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 8 - My Disney Experience 101WDW Opinion Ep. 8 - My Disney Experience 101 On this episode, Disney makes its Digital Key Feature available at all Walt Disney World resort hotels, the war on straws comes to Disneyland, we share our unpopular Disney opinions about food at the Magic Kingdom and in our main segment we dive into My Disney Experience and what the vacation book tool entails. Stories discussed in News to Opinion Digital Key Feature Now Available at All Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disneyland Resort Begins Reduction of Straws and Bags, Eliminates Lids Visit www.WDWOpinion...2018-08-271h 11Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 7 - What the Future Holds for Walt Disney WorldWDW Opinion Ep. 7 - What the Future Holds for Walt Disney World On this episode, Marvel Studios announces their 10th Anniversary film festival, Disney announces attraction closures will becoming to Magic Kingdom to make way for Tron Lightcycle Power Run, we start spreading some theme park rumors and in the main segment we talk about what the next five years looks like for Walt Disney World. Stories discussed in News to Opinion The Marvel Studios 10th Anniversary Film Festival Tron will disrupt train, speedway — temporarily Visit www.WDWOpinion.com for all the la...2018-08-201h 19Vacation Kingdoms - Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Universal Orlando Vacation PlanningWDW Opinion Ep. 0 - Meet Your Hosts and Discover their Disney World JourneyWDW Opinion Ep. 0 - Meet Your Hosts and Discover their Disney World JourneyMeet your WDW Opinion hosts, Conor and Hank. In this episode they share their Disney journey, why they love Disney World and their favorite things about it.You'll hear how Conor went from Walt Disney World Cast Member to Disney blogger and podcaster. And you'll find out how Hank has recently discovered just how important his trips to Disney World were as a child.Plus, hear why they started this podcast and what their...2018-07-0743 min