Disney Deciphered: a Disney World planning podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Ride Overlays

1:43 - What is a ride overlay?

3:14 - Disneyland overlays

15:47 - Walt Disney World overlays

27:21 - Disney dos and don'ts

Fantasyland Ride Guide

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Episode Description

We're moving our ride guide series to Disneyland! We discuss Mr. Toad's Wild Ride and Alice in Wonderland, some of the best Fantasyland attractions in Disneyland. Will the attractions be too scary for your kids? How can you minimize your wait time in lines? All this and more in this week's episode.

What tier ranking would you give Mr. Toad's and Alice in Wonderland? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

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2:33 - WDW vs. DL Fantasyland

5:13 - Alice in Wonderland's History

8:23 - Ride run through

12:34 - Who is the attraction for and line strategies

17:19 - Alice in Wonderland tier ranking

18:45 - Mr. Toad's Wild Ride History

21:23 - Attraction run through

26:13 - Who is the attraction for and line strategies

30:01 - Mr. Toad's Wild Ride tier ranking

32:11 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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Wait Magic

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Episode Description

Joe visited Walt Disney World in the summer with his son and tried a lot of the new and updated offerings! We discuss the new Little Mermaid Show, the Disney Starlight Parade, and Test Track 3.0 before getting to the good stuff - Thrill Data's new Wait Magic service that helps you book and modify Lightning Lanes.

Will you try Thrill Data? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram!

Episode Notes

(all timestamps are approximate)

2:43 - 50's Primetime Cafe

4:53 - The Little Mermaid Musical Adventure

8:07 - Test Track 3.0

13:10 - Disney Starlight

16:22 - Thrill Data Wait Magic: Is it worth the cost?

29:51 - Disney Dos and Don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

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Grand Floridian

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Episode Description

Should you stay at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa? Leslie and Joe discuss the flagship resort at Walt Disney World - is this hotel worth the high price tag? We talk room rethemes, the pool, other amenities, and the little touches that make the Grand Floridian special. We also discuss the new walkway and what has still not reopened after covid. Plus, all the amazing dining options at the Grand Floridian and how much does this hotel cost?

Would you stay at the Grand Floridian? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

1:50  - Grand Floridian overview and transportation options

5:00 - Grand Floridian room types and theming

9:26 - Dining options

12:56 - Amenities and the pool

20:24 - Cost

23:05 - Why you should/should not stay at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

26:02 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

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2024 Discounts

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Episode Description

Disney just announced a bunch of changes, a few good, mostly bad. As Disney gets closer to "normal", prices are changing and increasing all over the place! We break it down for you and end with some good news - 2024 Walt Disney World discounts!

Are you thinking of visiting Disney in 2024 due to the discounts? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

2:22 - Disneyland ticket price increases

11:28 - Disneyland 50% off kids ticket deal

14:01 - AP price increases

14:43 - Disney World price increases (not tickets)

16:26 - Walt Disney World 2024 Discounts

25:54 - Disney dos and don'ts (Leslie's Disneyland park hopper guide)

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

MNSSHP Trip Report

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Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! 

Episode Description

We're back with a quick trip report - Joe took his youngest on a "daddy daughter princess trip" mostly revolving around Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. We talk about whether the party is worth it for young kids and share some tips about how to best enjoy the party. Plus, some thoughts on the Grand Floridian and Uber Car Seat.

Do you think the Halloween party is worth it? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

3:15 - Uber Car Seat

5:22 - Grand Floridian impressions 

10:52 - Princesses at the Magic Kingdom

14:00 - Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party experience with a 5 year old

19:46 - Party tips

22:12 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Storybook Circus

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Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! 

Episode Description

Record one for the kids! We continue our Ride Guide series by discussing two attractions at Storybook Circus - one, a classic Disney ride that no trip is complete without and the other being one Leslie hasn't done in years. We let you know how to skip the line and best strategies to enjoy these attractions and discuss some of the other great aspects of Storybook Circus in New Fantasyland. 

Do you enjoy these attractions? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

2:15 - Barnstormer Background and History

4:15 - Attraction queue and run through

7:05 - Who is Barnstormer for and who is it not for?

9:14 - Genie+ and Standby strategies 

12:08 - Tier ranking

14:10 - Dumbo Background and History

16:07 - Attraction queue and run through

19:30 - Who is Dumbo for and who is it not for?

20:58 - Genie+ and Standby strategies 

22:23 - Tier ranking

23:59 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Dining at Walt Disney World

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Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! 

Episode Description

There are a lot of restaurants to choose from at Walt Disney World. Today, Leslie and Joe break down Touring Plans dining ratings - top picks from Disney guests - and which of those restaurants they would dine at every trip and which they would consider skipping. We play a fun game in the process and get very hungry!

Where do you like to dine at Walt Disney World?? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

5:02 - Top 3 character dining restaurants

7:34 - Top 3 princess restaurants

11:37 - Top 3 Magic Kingdom restaurants

15:35 - Top 3 Hollywood Studios restaurants

20:14 - Top 3 Epcot restaurants

25:03 - Top 3 Animal Kingdom restaurants

28:51 - Top 3 hotel restaurants

32:17 - Other options

34:35 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Disney Cruise Line or Celebrity?

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Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! 

Episode Description

Thinking of taking a cruise to Alaska next year or in the near future? Leslie and Joe compare Disney Cruise Line and Celebrity to help you decide if one cruise line fits your need better than the others. Is Disney really worth the extra up charge? We both sailed to Alaska, one on each cruise line, so we compare and contrast their Alaska offerings and the cruise lines in general!

Would you pay the premium to sail Disney Cruise Line to Alaska? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

4:47 - Differences between Celebrity and Disney's fleets

6:17 - Different cliente?

9:34 - Cabins

14:14 - Kids clubs and offerings

18:47 - Dining

23:39 - Excursions

27:18 - Entertainment

29:32 - WiFi and laundry

34:19 - Pricing!

42:16 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

Halloween at Disneyland

New! Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you're planning to visit Disney World this year or in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode!

Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today! 

Episode Description

We've talked Halloween at Walt Disney World, but what does Disneyland do differently? Is Oogie Boogie Bash really better? Is Halloween at Disneyland edgy? We discuss all this and more in this week's episode of Disney Deciphered

Have you been to Disneyland during Halloween? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now!

Episode Notes

2:33 - When is Halloween at Disneyland?

5:16 - Differences between Disneyland and Disney World at Halloween

7:20 - What's there to see at Disneyland Park during Halloween

12:42 - What's there to see at Disney's California Adventure during Halloween

19:30 - Oogie Boogie Bash

23:05 - Fall at Disneyland in general

24:19 - Disney dos and don'ts

If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content!

You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link.

If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.