Adventures and Mousecapades: A Podcast About Disney – Details, episodes & analysis

It’s our last retroactive trip report! This episode we look back at our 16-day trip to Disney World in August of 2021. The parks were still in pandemic mode and we had a LOT of DVC points to spend or lose. Our 3-bedroom suites at Animal Kingdom and Bay Lake Tower, and a 2-bedroom suite at Riviera, were great escapes from the heat and humidity!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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Sara Ward from Magical Adventures with Sara is back this week, and introduces her kids to Disney World for the first time. These Disneyland vets visited did some resort hopping at Port Orleans Riverside and Yacht Club, and spent time in all the parks. Sara also gives a great overview of the Disney Dining Plan and how great of a value that can be for you - the numbers really do add up!

If you want to find Sara online, she’s at…

Sara@axistravelgroup.com

Links to Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more at https://linktr.ee/MagicalAdventureswithSara

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
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podcast@ourmousecapades.com

Rachel (from HR) is back, and this time we’re talking about her Disney career. She’s a former cast member, with three College Program stints under her belt plus a bunch of time as a full-time resort HR staffer. Rachel (and Bill) were married at Disney World, and she regales us with what it’s like being a princess for a day. Plus, she and our friend Heather just spent a whirlwind 4 days in Disneyland. This is a FUN episode that we know you’ll love.

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
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podcast@ourmousecapades.com

Tis the season to enjoy all things holiday from our favorite Mouse. From ride overlays to special parades to ... snorkeling in the Caribbean? Sure why not! These are our favorite holiday goings on in the world of Disney. Happy & Merry!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
podcast@ourmousecapades.com

DCL is in the middle of adding 3 new ships, and recently surprised everyone by purchasing a partially-completed hull to be Mickey Boat #8. We shared our thoughts on what this might mean for the Disney Magic and our favorite, the Disney Wonder.

We know not everybody listens to our trip reports, so for those of you more interested in recent Disney news and prognostications we're releasing the last part of episode 50 as our very first bonus episode here in our feed. Enjoy!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
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podcast@ourmousecapades.com

This is the story of how we met some of our best friends, though the magic of Disney pixie dust randomly seating us at the same table for dinners on our "without the kids" September 2017 7-night Mexican Riviera sailing on the Wonder. We don't usually party like this, but we sure did this trip! It was a good thing we were sailing back-to-back, because we needed another 4 night cruise to ease back into reality.

There's a lot going on with Disney Cruise Line these days as cruising continues to recover from the pandemic and DCL welcomes 3 new ships to the fleet, and they just recently announced the purchase of a 4th new vessel. If you jump to the 48:45 mark you can hear our thoughts on DCLs future, and what that might mean for our favorite ship the Wonder (and the Magic).

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
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podcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week we sat down to do some virtual holiday shopping for the Disney fans in your life for the young and young at heart. We hit various different price points, from stocking stuffers to budget busters. Hopefully this gives you a few ideas on what might work for that special person in your list!

Under $15

• Disney Socks : Target
• Disney Holiday Mystery Pin Set – 2-Pc. | shopDisney
• Star Wars: The Mandalorian Grogu Holiday Plush : Target
• Star Wars Baby Yoda Pancake Skillet Gift Set - 4.2oz : Target

$50

• Mickey Mouse Holiday Plaid Sleep Set for Kids | shopDisney
• Mickey Mouse Holiday Plaid Sleep Pants for Adults | shopDisney
• Lego Marvel The Goat Boat 76208 Building Kit : Target
• Cards Against Disney - Little Dog Paper Company

$100

• Thor's Hammer 76209 | Marvel | Buy online at the Official LEGO® Shop US
• Death Star™ Trash Compactor Diorama 75339 | Star Wars™ | Official LEGO® Shop US
• Disney Pixar Cars Ultimate Florida Speedway Trackset : Target

$250

• Minnie Mouse Line Art Dooney & Bourke Small Zip Sac | shopDisney
• Savi’s Workshop Handbuilt Lightsabers at Hollywood Studios | Walt Disney World Resort

$1000

• New Annual Passes | Walt Disney World Resort
• Millennium Falcon™ 75192 | Star Wars™ | Official LEGO® Shop US

BONUS ROUND: Santa's Budget Buster (unlimited)

• Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort (disneygoldenoak.com)
• Disney Parks Around The World – A Private Jet Adventure | Adventures by Disney

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
podcast@ourmousecapades.com

We finally close out our Big Summer Blowout Vacation with visits to all 4 parks, restaurant reviews, summer thunderstorms, 50th anniversary golden statues, a trivia trophy, a $36k table, cinnamon rolls, new attractions ridden for the first time, quite a few drinks, dueling pianos, and a baguette. Who could ask for anything more?

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
podcast@ourmousecapades.com

Our "Big Summer Blowout" vacation seemingly never ends. Nathan had the opportunity to work remotely from Florida while Alicea and the kids headed back to Seattle to start the school year. Highlights include a trip to Kennedy Space Center to see Artemis not launch, a new best friend in Abi the 3-legged pit bull, Nathan's solo day in the parks for his birthday, and a two-day double birthday celebration for Nathan and our great friend Bill. We also experienced the Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Resort - what an absolutely beautiful building!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
podcast@ourmousecapades.com

This week Kaitlyn and Sterling join us to talk about their experiences on Disney Cruise Line. We learn about favorite snacks, adventures off the ship, and how the DCL cast and crew make magical experiences for younger cruisers. Join us for sublime sailing silliness!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
podcast@ourmousecapades.com