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Disney Wedding Podcast
#705 GiGi & Robert's Festival of the Lion King Vow Renewal
Click here to see all the photos by Michelle Vila Photography: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/gigi-roberts-festival-lion-king-vow-renewal/ And click here to start planning your own Walt Disneu World wedding or vow renewal with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ GiGi and Robert Andre share the story of their Festival of the Lion King ceremony at Animal Kingdom and Lantana Room reception at Coronado Springs Resort. Because they had no professional photos of their COVID-era wedding, the couple decided to hold a Disney vow renewal, inviting guests to an anniversary dinner and then surprising them...
2025-08-13
23 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#704 Candace & Louis' Oak Manor Lawn Wedding
Click here to see all the photos by Merrily Married: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/candace-louis-oak-manor-lawn-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ This week, Candace Theriault shares the story of her Oak Manor Lawn ceremony and Atlantic Dance Hall reception. You’ll hear how she chose her wedding date, which menu items were her guests’ favorites, and how she saved money via DIYs. Candace also explains how the Fairytale Weddings Guide helped her choose her venues, save her money, and answer all her questions...
2025-08-06
16 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#703 Susan & PJ's Grand Floridian Disney Wedding
Click here to see all the photos by Bella Grey Photography: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/susan-pjs-grand-floridian-disney-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ In this episode, Susan Matthews shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Whitehall Room & Patio reception and EPCOT UK Lochside dessert party. She and PJ were able to save big by DIYing many elements of their reception décor, and today she shares her top tips for transporting these to Disney and communicating to your outside day-of coordinator how...
2025-07-30
25 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 118: The Williamson Sisters and Dr Hazzard!
I am back! It feels good to be back!!! I am bringing this case to you days early cause its been a few weeks and hope that your are not hungry. Today we are talking about death by starvation and by the hand of a serial killer. The Williamson sisters Dora and Claire were wealthy they had a fortune that managed themselves. In 1910 Claire responded to an ad in Seattle Daily about a book called fasting for the cure of disease and requested a copy by Dr Linda Hazzard. These sisters were obbessed with finding fad cures. They were...
2025-07-06
1h 10
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 117: George Stinney Jr- Wrongful conviction to death
Warning: This case heavily involves racism, this involves a 14 year old boy getting wrongfully convicted to the murders of two girls all because he was black and the girls were white. This is very heavy case and very hard to hear. In 1944 George Stinney Jr was living in Alcalo South Carolina. This was a very small town where a train track ran right through it. One side of the tracks was where all the black people were and the other was the whites. On day Betty June 11 years old and Mary Elma 7 years old were out riding their bikes...
2025-06-10
43 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 116: The man that would not die
Hello hello! We have fun one today even though yes there is murder. Michael Malloy is legend and hero to many. I just love him and he sadly does have a tragic end but man did he not die many many times before. Michael was said to be around 60 years old and he immigrated from Ireland in 1920 to the Bronx New York. It was great depression in the early 1930 and speakeasy's were a huge hit. Michael was homeless and he loved a speakeasy called the Mermaid. Tony a 27 year old owned this and he was on the verge of...
2025-06-03
52 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 115: The Alabama University Mass Shooting
Its 2010 and Amy Bishop a professor at the University of Alabama was in a staff meeting. This was pointless to her as it was all discuss about the next school year, Amy was normally very vocal and expressed her opinions. Not today she was very quiet. Amy had her PHD from Harvard and was up for Tenure the year prior and had been denied. After this semester was over she wouldn't have a job. The meeting is wrapping and Amy pulls a 9mm from her purse and just starts shooting people. Why did she do this? Was this for...
2025-05-20
56 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 114: A Warning shot equals 20 years
We have a frustrating case today. Warning we are going to heavily talk about domestic abuse and what happens when one is abused. Marissa Alexander she was mother of twins and in 2009 she meets Rico Gray on a blind date and boy did the fireworks fly. Well it didn't last long until the abuse started to happen. In 2010 Marissa was fearful for her life when Rico threated to kill her, she fired a warning shot into the ceiling to scare him off. Marissa was charged and arrested, Rico was the victim (not) and the sentence on the table was 20...
2025-05-06
49 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 113: The Trust Fund Killer
Hello I'm back! I should not have taken a week off. I was all over the place and my intro music got deleted so enjoy the weird substitute. P.S the music I had was on an old computer so stay tuned for all new intro and outro music. So today we have a wild and very very brutal case. This is fairly more recent case and its known as the Trust fund killer. Blake Leibel he is whiney brat of man who came from a super wealthy family but it was never enough. He juggled 3 woman and 1 ended...
2025-04-29
53 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#679 Libby & Emory's Grand Floridian Wedding
Today, Libby Williamson shares the story of her Up-themed Wedding Pavilion ceremony and St. Augustine Ballroom A & B reception at the Grand Floridian Convention Center. You'll hear how she and Emory made smart swaps—like DIY personal floral and holding their ceremony and reception close enough to eliminate transportation—in order to afford splurges like Cinderella's Glass Coach and an appearance by Mickey. Libby also shares how she surprised Emory with his all-time favorite character, Stitch, and why every couple planning a Walt Disney World wedding needs the Fairytale Weddings Guide! Click here to listen and see ALL...
2025-04-23
35 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 112: The Horrific abuse and mystery death of Emilie Morris
Taking it back to the 90's for this one. Emilie Morris was just about 16 years old in high school cross country runner. She was beautiful and smart, and a go getter. This all changed one day when her Coach Jim Wilder crossed a line and the horrific sexual abuse started for years and years this went on. One day many years later after it all ended Emilie finally was ready to come forward to tell her story. Sadly she would not live to see any type Justice brought to this monster. Her death is a mystery and her story...
2025-04-15
55 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 111: Paige Doherty brutal senseless murder
We are taking it over seas to Scotland today! This case take place in 2016 so a more recent one. Paige Doherty 15 years old was brutally murder that was such a senseless act. Paige was tiny at 4ft 8 in , she was beautiful, she was kind, she happy. She loved fashion and makeup, she had dreams of becoming a hair stylist. Her sweet family she had a brother and two sisters, her mother Pam was her best friend and her Step dad Andy was the best thing to come into her life. She had a sweet boyfriend life was beautiful. Saturday...
2025-04-08
49 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 110: The Ruhr Cannibal
We have all the warnings all of them today and this heavily involves children and small ones. I had to start this off by saying this its brutal. We are taking it back to Germany to the 50's when this all started. Joachim Kroll he was the was the youngest of 8 he had 1 older brother and 6 older sisters. They lived with with their mother in poverty in a small 2 bedroom. His father is believed to have died during World War II when he was taken as a prisoner of war in Russia, he never returned home. Joachim he was...
2025-04-01
50 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#675 Cheyanne & Michael's Oak Manor Lawn Wedding
Today, Cheyanne and Michael Pond share the story of their Oak Manor Lawn ceremony and Whitehall Room & Patio reception, plus a welcome party during the fireworks at EPCOT's Germany Promenade A & B, complete with a ride mix-in on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! They discuss how they used the Fairytale Weddings Guide to estimate their costs and plan before they were able to work with Disney. You'll also hear which items were non-negotiable and why they decided to cut their wedding-night dessert party. Click here to see ALL the photos!
2025-03-26
22 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 109: Chowchilla school bus kidnapping 1976
We have a survivor case today and not just a survivor 27 survivors!!! In July 1976 that is right taking it back to the 70's 26 Chowchilla, CA students from the ages of 5 to 14 loaded a school bus after summer school after the final day of summer school at Dairyland Elementary school. They hopped on where Ed their bus driver was on the route to take them all home. Ed loved kids and he was super nice when he saw a white can stranded with the hood up. He yelled does anyone need help? that is when 3 men in pantyhose's covering their...
2025-03-25
55 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 108: Investor boat and a sad murder
In September of 1982 the Coutlhurst Famlily Mark the Capt, his wife Irene who was 3 months pregnant and his two kids Kimberley 5 and John 4 set sail to Craig Alaska along with crew members to catch some fish and make some money. Mark was fisherman and was really good at it and good at keeping money. His boat this trip made $30,000. It was the day before Labor day and him and his family would be flying home that Monday Labor day back to Washington. Only him and his family and his crew would never make it to that Monday Labor day...
2025-03-18
57 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 107: The Senseless Murder of Lauren Giddings
Beautiful and fun Lauren was the first one in her family to attend college. She had two your sisters and a loving mom and dad. She had a huge passion in life to help others. After she graduated college she said I still have this desire and I want to become a public defender. In 2008 she attended Law school at Angus Scott College. Lauren had a boyfriend David who was 20 years older than her and lived about an hour away. She graduated in 2011 and was planning on moving in with David shortly after. On Friday night in June her...
2025-03-11
53 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 106: The Serial Killer that wanted to stay locked up
Oh boy we have an interesting one today. Its hard one you feel for this guy in a way. Today we are talking about the serial killer David Edward Maust. David according to his mother was not born and there was something a little off about him. His mom was a lot of thing and Mom wasn't one of them When he was just 9 years old she had him committed to a Mental Institution cause she said she deserve to put up with his violent, anger ways. She really didn't want there. He later started to kill and on...
2025-03-04
1h 01
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 105: Horrific Torture and Murder of Shanda Sharer
This is a horrific and case I never wanted to bring to anyone listening. This is the worst case I have ever covered. Shanda Sharer was just 12 years old when Melinda Loveless 15 years old got jealous of her and turned this into I want to kill her and she did way more than that. Amanda 15 years old was Melinda's girlfriend and Melinda was a monster her childhood was a bad one, Amanda started to like the new girl in school Shanda, Melinda was pissed and would do anything to stop this even torture and murder. Grab your tissues for...
2025-02-25
1h 39
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 104: Corpsewood Manor, a Pink Room, a Rose Garden & Murder
What a tale we have today! This is one of my fave cases and has been on my list do for a long while. The time was right to bring it to you! This has a creepy factor and these two victims are just two amazing and awesome people. Dr Charles Scudder and his Partner Joey Bodom wanted to leave the busy Chicago life and live in somewhere secluded. Dr Scudder was a brilliant man that read books on anything and everything and taught himself how to do things. This included building his two story manor of brick by hand...
2025-02-18
1h 09
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 103: Brutal murders of Julie Crocker and Paula Menedez
In February 2007 Christopher Little came home to find a woman a stranger hanging from the rafters in garage dead. He freaks out and goes inside his home where his two young daughters and wife would be this is when he discovered his wife brutally murdered on her bed and he knew that the woman the stranger in his garage was the one that did this and then killed themselves. This is the story Chris would tell 911 and police when they arrived, but is it true?? This is a wild case so grab your drinks and snacks.
2025-02-11
1h 02
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 102: A Tinder date nightmare!
Dating now days is hard and scary. All these dating apps and you have no idea who your talking to or who your going to meet. This was the case for Sydney Loofe in 2017 when she was getting her life back on, she was working on her mental health. She had a great apartment and kitty she loved. She was ready to get out there at date, she joined Tinder and was matched to Audrey they went out and had a great time they decided lets do it again tomorrow. Well the next night came and another date, only...
2025-02-04
1h 05
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 101: Hell's Princess- Belle Gunness
We have a juicy one today. Belle Gunness was a woman who knew what she wanted and when she immigrated into the US all by herself in the late 1800's . She made a comfortable life herself and made a living off arson, insurance fraud, murder so many murders. Alot of people think she got away with it all, what I think you need to listen to find out. This is a wild story that also raises the questions of did she steal babies too? This woman is wild and is a ride, so buckle up for this one!
2025-01-28
1h 10
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 100: Isreal Keyes- Monster
Omg omg we made it to 100 episodes. Can you believe it?? We are bringing you a seral killer for this 100th and he has to be the worst kill kits placed all over, a baby Bundy a Bundy wanna be Isreal Keyes. He has to be the worst of the worst 11 confirmed murders 3 committed for but they think somewhere around 36 for the total. He was sadly a smart kind criminal and left no evidence behind. He had kill kits hidden across the USA and would fly into one state rent a car then drive to the state where a...
2025-01-21
1h 08
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 99: Jayme Closs her amazing survival
Hello! Today we have a case that didn't happen all to long ago. This is a shorter case but doesn't mean it doesn't punch you in gut with sadness, its scary and intense. On Oct 15, 2018 Jake Patterson busted into the Closs home abducting Jayme. Jake has been wanting to abduct someone for a while and a few days earlier Jake saw Jayme leave her house and get on the school bus. Oct 15th would be the day he would stop at nothing to get her. On this day her life changed forever, just 13 years old and this monster takes...
2025-01-14
36 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 98: Reena Virk and her tragic ending
Its 2025 and we are kicking it off by going back to the 90's and 1997 to exact in British Columbia. Reena Virk was 14 years old and had 2 younger siblings. She was just going through it being rebellious towards her parents. She had a great home life but living in foster care or a group sounded better to her. She would do anything to go to a group home. She ends up in one and where is is living when one rumor she started caused bullies to end her life in a tragic way. This is heartbreaking, its tragic its all...
2025-01-07
51 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 97: The Grimes Sisters
Happy New Years. We have a case that happens right before the New Years and goes into the new year in the 50s. This case is technically unsolved today but there is strong notions of the one who did this, sadly they are dead and police cant fully connect him. Barbara 15 and her sister Patricia 13 were the closest of sisters they loved Elvis Presley and were mega fans. This was the time his movie Love Me Tender came out. These girls before Christmas saw it a dozen of time and on Dec 28, 1956 they girls begged their mom to let...
2024-12-31
1h 08
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 96: Covina Christmas Eve Massacre
Merry Christmas everyone! I'm about to bring the Christmas spirit down. Bruce Pardo is a monster who does a horrific evil crime. Not much is known about his past so why does he do what he does? Its 2008 when Bruce dressed as Santa Clause shows up at his ex wife Sylvia's family Christmas Eve party just after 11 he knocks on the door carrying a present. This is a present no one wants and all hell breaks out. This is a heartbreaking case. Grab your drink and snacks for this. Follow me: Instagram...
2024-12-24
37 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 95: The Hangman
Buckle up tight for this one, its so scary and he has to be the worst one ever. Gerard John Schaefer also known as a killer cop. this takes place in the late 60's early 70s when teen girls are going missing. They are always missing in pairs one blonde and one dark hair, this sick man loved to watch one watch while he tortured and brutally killed their friend. Gerard was cop for a little and used this to get these girls. This case is full of evil and to much to say here so you got to listen...
2024-12-17
1h 39
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 94: Loretta and Heidi Jones
Hello! Welcome to a new name but same great podcast! We never have happy endings in True Crime even if there is tragedy happened before it. Its never a fairytale and today case is one heartbreaker that took 46 years to solve all thanks to a little girl who 4 years old at the time of the murder. Loretta Jones as a young mom 23 years old and was single. Heidi her 4 year old daughter was her world and Heidi adored her mom. She did up until one morning when she felt scared and looked through the keyhole of her bedroom door...
2024-12-10
54 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 93: the Farmville Murders
Hello hello, its a brutal one today. Its 2009 and think hot topic vibes there is a community still around today called Horrorcore. This rap music talking about murder, torture and rape. The key word is talking not doing. Emma 16 years old meets her best friend Melanie 18 on this online community. This is also where they meet 20 year old Richard Sam who is also armature rapper in the Horrorcore. Richard same is one person online and another in person. In person he he shy and meek some would say he would let people walk all over him. Online he was...
2024-12-03
53 min
Ain't No Fairytale
Episode 64: Zach & Addie & the ghosts they left behind
Oh man do we have a wild one today! This is tragic its everything but its mostly wild. We have murder and some paranormal activity its wild. If you haven’t heard this case based on the title then you are in for a ride. If you have maybe you haven’t heard it in a while refresh your brain on it. I went down the rabbit hole on this one it was one thing after another I kept finding. Zach and Addie a tragic disaster of what a bad fairytale looks like. They found each other in 2005 in New Orl...
2024-05-14
1h 02
Disney Wedding Podcast
#620 Brianna & Jake’s Sea Breeze Point Wedding
This week, Brianna Laing shares the story of her ceremony at Sea Breeze Point, celebration at The Attic, and dessert party at UK Lochside. Although she initially worried that having a two-hour celebration instead of a full reception would feel rushed, Brianna says it ended up being the perfect amount of time. She talks about how she was able to stick to her budget by using the Fairytale Weddings Guide and listening to other couples’ experiences on the Disney Wedding Podcast. And Brianna shares why she and Jake chose to do pre-park-opening portraits inside Animal Kingdom and what it was like...
2024-03-06
23 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#602 Chelsea & Justin's Oak Manor Lawn Wedding
Today, Chelsea Marquis shares the story of her Oak Manor Lawn ceremony, GM Lounge reception, and Germany Promenade dessert party. Guest experience was one of Chelsea's top priorities, and today she talks about how adding experiences like the fireworks dessert party, a Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride mix-in, and an appearance by Mickey and Goofy made her wedding a unique experience for the friends and family who traveled all the way to Orlando for it. Chelsea also shares how she dealt with the lack of ideas presented by Disney by doing her own research in the Fairytale Weddings Guide and D...
2023-11-01
28 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#591 Samara & John's American Adventure Rotunda Wedding
This week, Samara Hickman shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, cocktail hour at Italy Isola, and reception at American Adventure Rotunda. You’ll hear how she and John chose these locations after listening to an episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, how important the food was and which items were most popular, and how to get the best planning experience possible by using resources like the Fairytale Weddings Guide and various Disney wedding Facebook groups. Click here to see ALL the photos!
2023-08-16
20 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#585 Menu Planning Tips for Walt Disney World
Did you know that the menus your Disney wedding planner sends aren’t your only food options? Or that you can have savory foods at a dessert party? Or that Disney’s per-person food and beverage minimum is NOT the same as your menu price? Today’s menu planning episode will help you save money and get exactly the food you want at all your Walt Disney World wedding events. Disney bride Abby Rodrigues joins me to share our top tips and advice on choosing food for pre-receptions, receptions, dessert parties and other catered events. We also discuss...
2023-07-05
38 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#584 Jess & Lindsay's Place de Remy Wedding
This week, Lindsay and Jess Kern share the story of their wedding ceremony at EPCOT's Place de Remy, reception at The Attic, and dessert party at Rue de Paris and Eau de France. After watching the Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings TV show they switched their plans from a courthouse wedding to one at Pandora: The World of Avatar—and then switched again when they found Place de Remy in the Fairytale Weddings Guide! Today they share how they chose their locations, which food items and cupcake flavors were the best, and where they saved and splurged on their Disney we...
2023-06-28
28 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#577 Kaitlyn & Ryan's Animal Kingdom Wedding
This week, Kaitlyn Bokowski shares the story of her Animal Kingdom ceremony at the Caravan Stage and reception at Tamu Tamu Courtyard, complete with ride mix-ins on Expedition Everest and Flight of Passage. She and Ryan fell in love with these locations on the Fairytale Weddings Guide Wedding Venues page, and today she discusses how she communicated the floral and décor vision for her “Vintage Bohemian Safari”-themed wedding to Disney Floral via a 74-page PowerPoint presentation. Plus, Kaitlyn shares the most (and least!) popular menu items at her reception and the EPCOT welcome party she and Ryan hosted at ...
2023-05-10
15 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney Cruise Line - First Time Cruisers FAQ
Ahoy there! This week we're chatting about Disney Cruise Line.Recorded a few weeks before Martin set sail on his very first Disney Cruise, Amanda helps to answer the most asked First Time Cruisers Disney Cruise Line questions.First Time Cruisers FAQ Include:What's the food like onboard?How can you meet characters?What are the staterooms like?What is rotational dining with DCL?Are there kids clubs and what are they like?This is a great podcast for anyone who is unsure whether a Disney Cruise is right for them. And if we...
2022-09-30
46 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Pop Century Resort - Our Review & Guide
Disney's Pop Century Resort is one our favourite Value resorts at Walt Disney World in Florida. Find out more about this brilliant value-for-money Disney resort with your hosts Amanda & Martin.Your Fairytale Holiday Magic Makers will be chatting about:Getting around Walt Disney WorldWhat the rooms are like at Disney's Pop Century resortWhere you can eatThe 3 swimming poolsUsing the Skyliner to visit Epcot & Hollywood StudiosThe theming (is it too in your face?)And much more!Book your next trip to Disney and Universal with Fairytale Holidayshttps://www.fairytaleholidays.co.uk
2022-08-18
34 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Catching up on the latest with Fairytale Holidays
It's been a while since both Amanda & Martin recorded a podcast so we thought it would be a great idea for us to have a quick catch-up and let you know what we've been up to.Amanda tells us about her trip to Walt Disney WorldWe discuss the new MagicBand+Some Genie+ tipsMartin chats about Avengers CampusPlus his upcoming Disney CruiseWorking with Instagram Disney Sensation Amy & Her Livvy BirdPlus, the podcasts we're going to be working on nextBook your next trip to Disney and Universal with Fairytale Holidayshttps://www.fairytaleholidays.co...
2022-08-12
26 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Avengers Campus Review & Guide - Disneyland Paris Latest Marvel Rides & Restaurants
Avengers Assemble!Suit up for this weeks podcast all about Avengers Campus - the brand new land at Disneyland Paris. Our local Magic Maker Martin was invited to two sneak-peak previews and he chats with fellow Magic Maker Rebecca all about this new land.We'll be chatting more about Avengers Campus including:How you can meet Marvel characters such as Spiderman and Captain Marvel?Where to eat including the Pym Test Kitchen?What's the atmosphere like?How good is the Spiderman ride?Does it live up to the hype?Are there any h...
2022-07-22
36 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#528 Farrahn & Michelle's Sea Breeze Point Wedding
Today, Farrahn Wood Williams shares the story of her ceremony and celebration at Sea Breeze Point, with a dessert party at Germany Promenade A, B & C and a ride mix-in on Frozen Ever After. She and Michelle were researching small, casual weddings when they discovered Disney weddings via this podcast and learned from the Fairytale Weddings Guide that they were actually affordable! In this episode, Farrahn shares how she and Michelle chose their venues, got Mickey and Donald in their "glitz" costumes, and were able to tailor their wedding to their taste and priorities!
2022-06-01
19 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Adding a Norwegian Cruise Line Voyage To Your Disney World Holiday
Ahoy there! This week, Martin is joined the lovely Kirsty from Norwegian Cruise Line. Adding a cruise to your trip to Orlando or even Los Angeles is a great way of adding some relaxation to your busy Disney trip. Combing a 7 night Caribbean cruise to a stay at Universal Orlando is becoming very popular now too.We'll be chatting and answering some of your questions all about Norwegian Cruise Line: Why taking a cruise is brilliant valueThe fantastic value for money free at sea add onHow easy is...
2022-03-04
48 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Everything You Need To Know
Welcome to one of Disney's most immersive hotels - Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Feel like you're on safari whilst being minutes from the Disney parks. But who should stay at this hotel?Martin is joined by fellow Magic Maker Emma who tells us all about her experience staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.How close is the lodge to the Disney parks?What can you do there?Who is Animal Kingdom Lodge perfect for?Is it worth upgrading to a Savannah view?What are the pools like?Bo...
2022-02-25
27 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Our Guest's FAQ - Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & Disneyland Paris
This week, we're answering the questions you've asked us the most about going to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & Disneyland Paris.For a lot of people, it can very confusing to book a trip to Disney and even regular visitors can struggle too. Where's the best place for your family to stay?How many days should you go for?How should the kids be?What happens if something goes wrong? And many moreAmanda and Martin are here the help answer your burning questions. If there's something we haven't covered!Book your nex...
2022-02-11
52 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Davy Crockett Ranch Disneyland Paris - What You Need To Know
Disney's Davy Crockett Ranch is a great place to stay if you're visiting Disneyland Paris. It's located just outside the park gates, offers easy access to all of the attractions and it's a great way to get the most out of your visit to Disneyland Paris. In this podcast episode, we'll give you a tour of the ranch, and tell you about some of the amenities that are available there. We'll also let you know whether or not we think it's worth staying here during your visit to Disneyland Paris! On this week's podcast, we'll be chatting a...
2022-01-21
20 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Brand New Magic For 2022 at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris & Disney Cruise Line
Disney is going to make a lot of changes in 2022. In this week's podcast, Amanda and Martin break down what we know so far about the plans for Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris and Disney Cruise Line. Plus, what were looking forward to the most.Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris are already two of the most magical places on Earth, but they're always adding new things to make them even better in 2022. Plus, the latest cruise ship will be setting sail too - The Disney Wish.We're excited to share with you mo...
2022-01-14
37 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Making the Magic - Season 2 Preview & Catch-up
Season 2 of the Making the Magic podcast is nearly here. Amanda and Martin preview what's coming up in season 2 and what they've been getting up to recently too.Amanda chats about her trip onboard the Disney Magic whilst Martin lets us know all about Disneyland Paris.Look out for Season 2 starting Mid-January 2022. Don't miss an episode. Subscribe now in your favourite podcast player.Book your next trip to Disney and Universal with Fairytale Holidayshttps://www.fairytaleholidays.co.ukSupport the showThis episode of...
2021-12-21
11 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#497 Allison & Grady's Animal Kingdom Wedding
This week, Allison Antich shares the story of her June 2021 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at Animal Kingdom's Yak & Yeti Restaurant. Originally, Allison chose Expedition Everest for her reception based on a photo in Carrie Hayward's Fairytale Weddings Guide. Although rain forced the party to move to Yak & Yeti, it didn't stop guests from enjoying Allison and Grady's surprise gift to them: a buyout of Expedition Everest so that they could ride it any time they wanted throughout the event! Today Allison shares her top tips for planning an Animal Kingdom wedding, including how she decided to...
2021-10-13
10 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise’ Finale: Who Broke Up, Rekindled or Got Engaged? | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap
Once upon an upload. It's time to bid goodbye to Paradise. The remaining pairs were presented with three options on how to wrap their journey. I've also shared Becca and Thomas's love journey. I please watch that video after this one. Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #bachelorinparadise #bachelornation #Paradise #FairytaleSprinkles
2021-10-09
09 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise Episode 9 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Hello you beautiful being. Once upon a moment in paradise the storm turned the beace upside down, or did it🤔 Lets find out in this recap that had a lot to unpack. Should Tia choose James or Blake, or are neither of those guys right for her? Are you rooting for Maurissa and Riley as much as I am? Let me know in the comments section below. Thanks for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-28
11 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 7 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Fessy finally faced a consequence for his actions Are you pleased Fessy finally faced a consequence? Do you agree with the Narrituve Ester pushes of how Amber is lying but can't back that up and now Kaycee is also lying about nothing? Let me know your thoughts in the comment section below. Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #thechallenge37 #SpiesLiesAllies #FairytaleSprinkles
2021-09-27
09 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 5 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. The challengers struggle to navigate the simple maths which is part of their mission: Mindfield Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLies&Allies #FairytaleSprinkles
2021-09-17
07 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 4 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Is the Big Brother alliance over?! ✨✨✨🧚🏼♀️ Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLies&Allies #FairytaleSprinkles
2021-09-17
06 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise Episode 8 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. JUSTICE FOR NATASHA! Who will give her a rose Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #BachelorInParadise #FairytaleSprinkles #BachelorNation #Paradise
2021-09-16
18 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 3 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Ashley Passed the loyalty test by kissing Hughie on the mouth seconds after vomiting Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLies&Allies #FairytaleSprinkles
2021-09-16
06 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#493 Syreeta & David's EPCOT Wedding
This week, Syreeta Garabini shares the story of her UK Gazebo Courtyard ceremony and Terrace des Fleurs celebration at EPCOT. After she and David had their Disney Cruise Line wedding cancelled twice due to COVID-19, they decided to switch to an event at Walt Disney World just six weeks before their date! Today you’ll hear how Syreeta was able to plan on a shortened timeline (using photos and info from this podcast and the Fairytale Weddings Guide!), which savory foods she added to their cake and Champagne celebration, and where they saved and splurged. She also shares whether it’s worth...
2021-09-15
14 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise Episode 7 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Find out how big of a whole has Brandon dug himself into Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-14
06 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise Episode 6 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Find out how big of a whole has Brandon dug himself into Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-13
05 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise Episode 5 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. The episode theme is communication. Noah and Abigail effectively communicate and Tia brings light to Kenny the impact of body language Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-12
03 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise S7 Episode 4 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Mari miscommunication gives Kenny the green light 🚦to explore other connections but Kenny explores Demi in the boom boom room. Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-11
09 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 2 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Fessy wasn't pleased to see the champ back. Does the W get to his head? Let's find out! Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-10
06 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise S7 Episode 3 Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Aaron takes over Royalties👑 duties from Queen Victoria as the Drama King🤴 Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #BachelorInParadise #BachelorInParadise7 #FairytaleSprinkles #BachelorNation
2021-09-09
02 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise S7 Episode 2 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. We find out if Victoria the Goddess & Demi can accept from the same guy. The other Victoria is caught in a web of lies. Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-08
06 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
The Challenge 37 Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 1 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. A list📃 got Michaela in trouble and the elimination battle fueled Corey L's fire! 🔥 #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLies&Allies #FairytaleSprinkles #BackMeUp #TheList Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-07
08 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Bachelor in Paradise S7 Episode 1 | Fairytale Sprinkles Recap 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
Once upon an upload. In magical place in Faraway land. Abigail and Noah had their first date. Who took the first kiss of Paradise Joe falls for Serena 🤩☀️🏝 Thank you for listening 🧚🏼♀️✨💖 #BachelorInParadise #BachelorInParadise7 #FairytaleSprinkles #BachelorNation
2021-09-06
05 min
Fairytale Sprinkles
Welcome to Fairytale Sprinkles
Once upon an upload. Was a magical place in Faraway land. Where fairies are always nearby, bringing pockets full of magic and dreams in the form of recaps. Thank you for watching 🧚🏼♀️✨💖
2021-09-05
00 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel at Disneyland Paris - Our Review & Guide
Calling all Superheroes! Hear our review of the brand new Disney's Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel at Disneyland Paris. Our local Magic Maker Martin has been a few times to check out this amazing Marvel themed hotel.We'll be chatting about the highlights of Disney's Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel:Marvel Hero Photo StationBleecker Street LoungeSkyline BarDowntown RestaurantManhattan RestaurantEmpire State ClubHundreds of pieces of Marvel artworkBoo...
2021-07-09
37 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Orlando Villas - Our Guide to Staying in a Villa on Your Next Orlando Holiday
Staying in a villa in Orlando is a great way to have extra space and privacy for your trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. They're also great value for larger families who would normally need a few rooms in a hotel. With so many different villas to choose from, it's hard to pick the right villa for your family. Our podcast guide will help you know the differences between the types of villas available. Plus, Amanda and Martin are here to help you personally pick your perfect villa too. Just get in touch to start plann...
2021-07-02
41 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Crystal River Florida - Our Guide to Meeting Manatees
On this week's Making the Magic podcast, Amanda and Martin chat with Terry from Crystal River, Florida. Nowhere else will you find more manatees in winter months than in Crystal River, Homosassa, and the waters of Citrus County.Crystal River is the only place in the United States where you can legally swim with manatees. Their local tour guides are trained to make sure we treat this beloved, threatened species with the utmost care and respect. They will ensure that everyone on their tour are practicing their best "Manatee Manners."There are options f...
2021-06-11
40 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Our Must-Do Universal Studios Florida Attractions
On this week's Making the Magic podcast, Amanda and Martin compare their top 5 must-do attractions at Universal Studios Florida. Does Despicable Me make the list? Will Amanda brave Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit? How can you take an exclusive tour on Men In Black: Alien Attack? Find out in this week's podcast.Join us on our social media and let us know your must-do attractions. Please follow our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FairytaleHolidaysTCBook your next trip to Disney and Universal with Fairytale Holidayshttps://www.fairy...
2021-06-04
50 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa - Walt Disney World
This week, we're chatting to Vibeke, Director of Sales and Marketing at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa. This brand new hotel is one of the only non-Disney owned hotels located onsite at Walt Disney World. The JW Marriott offers offers a superb blend of modern facilities, amazing service and great dining, whilst being just minutes away from all the magic of Disney.Your Magic Makers Amanda & Martin chat to Vibeke about watching the Disney fireworks from your bed (or the rooftop bar!), where to dine at the JW Marriott, chilling out at the pool, secret vi...
2021-05-28
38 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disneyland Paris 30th Anniversary - How you can be there for the big birthday!
Celebrate 30 years of Disneyland Paris!On this week's podcast, Amanda & Martin chat about our 2 exciting trips to Disneyland Paris next Easter. We'll be answering all your questions about the trips including meal plans, hotels, dates and so much more.Both of us can't wait to be at Disney for their 30th Birthday and this is your chance to join in the fun. Listen to find out more about how you can be at Disney too.Find out more and get an instant quote athttps://www.fairytaleholidays.co.uk/disneyland-paris/Su...
2021-05-14
32 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycations - Everything you need to know!
Set sail with Disney this summer around the UK with Disney Magic at Sea - a unique UK Staycation. If you've never been on a Disney cruise before, we'll guide to booking the perfect Disney UK Staycation cruise for your family.Departing on select dates from Liverpool, Southampton, Newcastle and London Tilbury aboard the Disney Magic, our new staycation sailings—exclusive to UK residents—invite you to embark on a brand-new, magical Disney experience. Close to home and at sea—be immersed in Disney storytelling, thanks to an amazing collection of onboard entertainment, dining and recreation for the ent...
2021-05-07
53 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Hotel Cheyenne - Disneyland Paris Ultimate Guide
Yee-Haw! Our ultimate guide to staying at Disney's Hotel Cheyenne. Stay in this super-cool Toy Story Wild-West themed hotel located just minutes from the gates of Disneyland Paris.Our Paris based Magic Maker Martin chats with Amanda and answers your questions about Hotel Cheyenne including:How far away are the Disney parks?Where can I eat at Disney's Hotel Cheyenne?What are the rooms like?Should I stay here or upgrade to Sequoia Lodge?What is the theming like?Is there a bar at the hotel?And much morePlease follow our Fa...
2021-04-30
28 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Beach Club Resort - Disney Travel Expert Guide
Disney's Beach Club Resort has one of the best locations at Walt Disney World. You're a few minutes walk from the cool International Gateway entrance to Epcot making it super easy to pop back in the afternoon for a dip in the pool. And what a pool! Explore the pools, lagoons and spas of Stormalong Bay, one of the best pools at Disney World.Fly to Disney's Hollywood Studios with the Skyliner or take a relaxed boat ride.Join Disney Travel Experts Amanda and Martin and find out more about Disney's Beach Club Resort with o...
2021-04-23
35 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#472 Hayley & Joe's Paddlefish Wedding
Today, Hayley Widing shares the story of her Paddlefish wedding at Disney Springs. Originally she and Joe considered a Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding, but she wasn’t happy with the restrictions on floral, décor and entertainment at many Disney venues. When she found Paddlefish in Chapter 10 of Carrie Hayward’s Fairytale Weddings Guide, Hayley knew it was the perfect blank slate for her wedding vision! Today she shares how she was able to plan a wedding at a venue she’d never been to from her home in Australia, including tips on choosing the menu and finding vendors, plu...
2021-04-21
17 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World with Special Guest Kristin
This week, we're joined by Kristin from the Four Seasons Orlando. Located at Walt Disney World, Orlando's only AAA 5 Diamond hotel offers laid-back luxury and a peaceful place to escape the hussle and bussle of the Disney parks.Amanda & Martin chat to Kristin about:What to expect from your stay at the Four Seasons OrlandoThe amazing 5 acre private water-parkHow to watch fireworks from 3 Disney parks in the comfort of your roomDo I need to get dressed up to dine at the restaurants?How to get to the parks from the Four Seasons OrlandoMeeting one-on-one with a D...
2021-04-16
37 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Art of Animation Resort - Our Ultimate Guide
We're chatting about one of our favourite Disney World value hotels - Disney's Art of Animation Resort.Disney experts Amanda & Martin answer popular questions such as:What are the different room types?Which area is best for my family trip to Disney World?How close is Disney's Art of Animation Resort to the theme parks?What are the pools like? Where can I take the Skyliner to?The amazing theming and photo opportunitiesWhere you can dine at Disney's Art of Animation?Please follow our Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/FairytaleHolidaysTC
2021-04-09
29 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Exploring Florida's Space Coast & Kennedy Space Center
Amanda & Martin chat with Peter from Florida's Space Coast. Just 45 minutes from Disney World & Universal Orlando, this oasis combines picture-perfect beaches, wildlife, surfing and golf with the excitement of the Kennedy Space Center.Blast off as Peter tells us more about:Why you should include a stay on Florida's Space Coast with your next Disney World holidayWhat you can experience at the world-famous Kennedy Space CenterHow you can have lunch with a real astronaut and ask them about going to spaceHow you can watch a rocket launchWhere you can go surfing and visit the famous Ron J...
2021-04-02
45 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Epcot - Our Must-Do Attractions at Epcot, Walt Disney World
This week, Disney travel experts Amanda and Martin chat about their must-do attractions at Epcot. Which rides will make the list?If you've never been to Disney World before, this is a great, handy guide to the best rides at Epcot. Which attractions are on your Epcot top 5 list? Join the discussion now on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FairytaleHolidaysTCWe'll be talking about some of Epcot's best attractions including Soarin', Spaceship Earth, Test Track, Frozen Ever After and a few other surprising choices.Enjoyed this episode? We’d love i...
2021-03-26
54 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disneyland Paris Group Trips - Our Ultimate Guide to bringing your group to Disneyland Paris
This week, we're talking with Disneyland Paris group expert Megan as she shares her top tips on bringing your group to visit Disney.School & youth groups, large families, hen parties, corporate events, team bonding, work social groups and performing arts groups - whatever your group, this podcast will help you plan your trip to Disneyland ParisAmanda and Martin, your Disney travel experts, chat with Disneyland Paris groups expert Megan and answer your questions including:How many people do you need for a Disneyland Paris group?Is a group of friends...
2021-03-19
38 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney's Coronado Springs - Our Ultimate Guide to staying at Disney World
This week we're exploring one of our favourite hotels at Disney World, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. This moderate hotel located near Animal Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios, is brilliant for families and couples. Staying here, you can enjoy one of the best pools at a moderate hotel along with one of Amanda's favourite restaurants.Your Disney travel experts Amanda and Martin will be answering your questions about Disney's Coronado Springs including:Is it worth paying extra to stay in the Gran Destino tower?What's the Dig Site swimming pool like?Is there a quieter swimming pool?Wh...
2021-03-12
28 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Our guide to Meeting Santa in Lapland - Christmas 2021 & 2022
We all need some magic to look forward to and nothing is as special as meeting Father Christmas in snowy Lapland.Taking your kids to meet Father Christmas in Lapland is on most parents bucket lists and this week, we're joined on the podcast by our trusted travel partner, Julie. Julie and her team help to create amazing family memories on your once-in-a-lifetime search for Santa. Julie will be telling us more about:• The best ages to take your kids to Lapland• All of the magical experiences you can enjoy•...
2021-03-05
38 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Disney World - Our must-do attractions at the Magic Kingdom
Now we can book your Disney World hotel stay until December 2022, Amanda and Martin have picked their must-do rides at the most visited theme park in the world, Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney WorldDo you agree with Amanda & Martin's list of attractions? Which ride makes it on to your list? Enjoyed this episode? We’d love it if you could “like” and leave a review. Subscribe now to the Making the Magic Podcast to be sure you don’t miss our weekly Disney and Universal Orlando episodes.Please follow our Facebook page:
2021-02-26
51 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Walt Disney World 2022 - Our guide to booking your 2022 Disney World Holiday
It's finally here! We can now book onsite hotels at Walt Disney World in 2022. Amanda & Martin are chatting about:Which Disney hotels are available to book?How far in advance can you book?Can I add in nights at Universal Orlando as well?Is it worth booking now for 2022?How to book your Orlando 2022 holidayBased in the UK and Disneyland Paris, Fairytale Holidays will help you create the most magical trip ever. Plus, our Magic Maker service is complimentary when you book your next trip with us. Find out more at https...
2021-02-19
20 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Chatting with fellow Disney fans, a Sprinkle of Disney, about Walt Disney World & Disneyland Paris
This week, we have two special guests - Katie & Rosie from the Sprinkle of Disney podcast. These two Instagrammers share their love of all things Disney with us.On this weeks episode, Amanda & Martin will be chatting to Katie & Rosie about:How these Disney mad friends met at universityKatie chats about her time working at Walt Disney WorldWhat's it like in the famous Disney utilidors?Rosie & Katie give us two cool Disney factsHow they keep the Disney magic going when they can't visit the parksTheir favourite things to do at Disneyland ParisWhere Katie spent most of m...
2021-02-12
52 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Our Guide to Disney's Newport Bay Club at Disneyland Paris
On this week's Making the Magic podcast, we're chatting about Disney's Newport Bay Club. This 4 star hotel is located on the shores of Lake Disney and is a short walk from the gates of Disneyland Paris.Amanda & Martin will be exploring Disney's Newport Bay Club and answering your questions:How easy is it to get to Disneyland Paris from the hotel?Who is Disney's Newport Bay Club best for?What is there to do?Where can I eat and is it just seafood?What are the swimming pools like?Is it worth upgrading to the Compass C...
2021-02-05
30 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Our guide to The Mall at Millenia located close to Universal Orlando & Disney World
This week, we're talking our special guest Sally from The Mall at Millenia in sunny Orlando.Located close to Universal Orlando, The Mall at Millenia is an upscale shopping mall in Orlando featuring luxury brands including Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, plus retailers like Apple, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s.Amanda & Martin chat to Sally about:How to get to The Mall at Millenia from Walt Disney World and Universal OrlandoWhat can a personal stylist do to makeover my wardrobe?How to find that new outfit for your Disney CruiseFind more about...
2021-01-29
33 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Universal Orlando Hotel Benefits & Our Top Tips - Including Universal Express Pass
This week, we're talking about all the amazing benefits of staying at an onsite hotel at Universal OrlandoAmanda and Martin will be chatting about:Why stay onsite at Universal?Which is the best hotel for your trip to Universal Orlando?What makes staying onsite so brilliant?How easy is it to get between the hotels and Universal theme parks?What are the Club Lounges like at selected Universal hotels?How do I get my hands on a Universal Express Pass?How early can I get in the park?Is it worth staying at a Universal...
2021-01-21
34 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Switching Disney World to Disneyland Paris in 2021
After an unpredictable 2020, many people are thinking about switching their trip to Walt Disney World to Disneyland Paris. In this weeks episode, Amanda and Martin talk about:What can first time guests who regularly visit Orlando expect?What unique things are there to do at Disneyland Paris?Where can we stay?When should we visit Disneyland Paris?What are the different seasons?Enjoyed this episode? We’d love it if you could “like” and leave a review. Subscribe now to the Making the Magic Podcast to be sure you don’t miss our weekly Disney and Univer...
2021-01-14
41 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Breaking News - Goodbye Disney Magical Express & Extra Magic Hours
Join us for a breaking news edition about the shock news from Orlando. Disney to remove free Magical Express & Extra Magic Hours!What does this mean for your trip?What are the alternatives?Why are Disney doing this?How can I get to Disney from Orlando airport?And many other questions!Enjoyed this episode? We’d love it if you could “like” and leave a review. Subscribe now to the Making the Magic Podcast to be sure you don’t miss our weekly Disney and Universal Orlando episodes.Please follow our Facebook page:
2021-01-12
19 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Exploring Villages Nature at Disneyland Paris
This week, we'll be discussing the amazing Villages Nature resort next to Disneyland Paris. Located close to the parks, this eco-friendly resort is the perfect place to stay to balance a trip to Disney with getting back to nature, plus the brilliant AquaLagoon - the second largest of it's kind in Europe.We'll be answering all your top questions about Villages Nature including:What is there to do in the AquaLagoon?What are the best things to do at Villages Nature?Where can I stay and what options do I have?Will kids like staying there?W...
2021-01-08
32 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Top 10 Things at Disney & Universal to Look Forward to in 2021
This week, Amanda and Martin look forward to 10 amazing new things happening at the Disney and Universal parks around the world. Highlights include Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Space 220 Restaurant, Tron Lightcycle Power Run, Nintendo at Universal and the big 50th anniversary at Walt Disney World.Our top 10 things to look forward to in 2021 include:Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Epcot - one of the best rides at Disneyland Paris makes it way over to Disney WorldJurassic World Velocicoaster, Universal Orlando - we're looking forward to this high-speed rollercoaster d...
2021-01-07
30 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Christmas at Disney - Bonus Episode
Welcome to the Making the Magic bonus Christmas episode. Find out all about Christmas at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris.Coming Soon – Making the Magic, a new Podcast brought to you by Fairytale Holidays will be launching early in 2021. Helping you plan a magical trip to the Disney & Universal parks around the world. Subscribe now to make sure you don't miss any of our weekly podcasts. Amanda & Martin share their top tips for visiting Disney World or Disneyland Paris at Christmas:Is Christmas a good time to visit Disn...
2020-12-20
18 min
Making the Magic - Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
Coming Soon - New Disney & Universal Travel Planning Podcast
We'll be launching very soon!Welcome to Making the Magic, a new Podcast brought to you by Fairytale Holidays. Helping you plan a magical trip to the Disney & Universal parks around the world.Working as specialist Disney & Universal Travel Agents we plan & book hundreds of holidays as well as regularly visiting the parks ourselves. Each week we’ll be sharing all our expertise to make sure you have the best trip ever.Whether it’s a weekend in Disneyland Paris, a once a lifetime trip to Walt Disney World or even a vi...
2020-12-15
00 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#410 How to Start Planning Your Disney World Wedding
It's not déjà vu! Because Disney radically changed the way they price Walt Disney World weddings just days after the release of this year’s “How to Start Planning Your Disney World Wedding ” episode, this week, Disney bride Carissa Redden and I have recorded an all-new episode incorporating the new pricing structure. Whether you’ve been planning your Disney wedding in your head for years or you just discovered that Disney does weddings, today’s show has the steps and tips that will set you on the path to your dream Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding or vow renewal...
2020-02-12
30 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#359 Wishes Wedding Spotlight: Whitney & Jeremy
Today, Whitney Carroll shares the story of her Fourth of July ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at the Grand Floridian’s St. Augustine Ballroom, and dessert party at Sago Cay (with bridal portraits taken around the corner at Sago Cay Lawn)! She discusses how they chose their venues, what happened when rain delayed the fireworks for their Happily Ever After dessert party, and how she was able to bring her wedding in under budget using Carrie Hayward’s Fairytale Weddings Guide. Whitney also shares tips for planning an at-home reception in order to include friends and relatives in the cel...
2019-02-13
18 min
Disney Wedding Podcast
#339 Swan Wedding Spotlight: Brenda & Greg
Crescent Terrace ceremony and Garden Grove reception, with a fairytale carriage and appearance by Mickey and Minnie!
2018-09-26
24 min