Outside WDW

1399 12:46 Chad from Massachusetts asks for a good Disney World hotel with a buffet breakfast to stay at on the night before a Disney cruise. He also asks about Disney transportation to Port Canaveral

1394 16:33 Merrick from Colorado ponders resources for first-time Disney cruisers

1364 18:51 Riley asks about Florida’s new electronic highway-tolling system, particularly between WDW and Port Canaveral

1364 16:10 Chris asks if Castaway Cay’s Olaf is a statue

1358 4:49 Didi from Illinois asks if her children need passports for a Disney cruise

1331 14:26 Jeffrey from New Jersey asks about combining a Disney Cruise with a WDW vacation. He also asks if he can combine Disney Cruise photos with park photos through Memory Maker

1328 2:18 Matt asks Len about current happenings with the Disney Cruise Line in relation to the new “Unofficial Guide to the Disney Cruise Line”

1260 26:13 Angie from Wisconsin asks for ways to kill time between her cruise departure in Port Canaveral and her flight home

1248 2:50 Joe from Ohio asks for pre-flight activities on the day his Disney Cruise ends. He asks specifically about helicopter tours.

1222 9:28 Scott comments on Disney Cruise Line cabin upgrades

1213 25:46 Brett from New Hampshire comments on Disney Cruise Line value

1213 15:48 Richo from Illinois suggests a show topic comparing WDW value with Disney Cruise Line value

1213 7:25 Theresa from Maryland asks about morning activities that her family can partake in at the MK resort area before taking the shuttle to Port Canaveral for a Disney cruise

1162 11:37 Steven and Gina from Texas asks about cruising the Disney Magic

1148 12:17 Victor from Texas asks how to maximize time on a Disney cruise

1136 18:04 Sean asks about Disney Cruise Line for a honeymoon

1112 17:44 Dave from Pennsylvania asks about getting an upgrade on Disney Cruise Line

1100 24:24 Jeff from Maine asks about the Nassau stop on DCL.

1094 15:33 Donna from Indianapolis asks questions about Castaway Cay, especially the distance back to the ship and the cabanas.

1091 25:13 Erica from Indiana asks about saving money on booking
a Disney Cruise.

1085 5:50 Sean from Pennsylvania asks if an Orlando van service will take him from Downtown Disney to Port Canaveral.

LS46 33’30”: Jan from Michigan asks how she can get to Port Canaveral from WDW.

55’50”: Deb talks about her cruise.

0753 5’20”: Steve from NJ asks about cruise discounts.

LS45 64’15”: Hans asks about fitting groups and wheelchair guests in Cruise accommodation.

0743 4’00”: Hans from Indiana asks whether a 4-day cruise is better than a 3-day cruise.

LS43 35’40”: Anna asks a maths question about updating Categories.

0719 20’45”: Amber asks whether she should go to WDW before or after a Disney cruise.

0698 17’30”: Janice from Minnesota asks whether she should go to WDW before or after a cruise.

LS40 72’55”: Anna wants to compare the food on a Disney cruise with Disney restaurants.

LS37 22’35”: Mike from Alabama wants to allocate his family’s time on the 3-day cruise.

113’20”: Dave from Niagara Falls also asks about clothing to pack for a December cruise.

LS36 13’55”: Brett asks why he should pay twice as much to go on a Disney cruise, instead of another cruise line.

17’05”: Brett asks whether Disney cruise prices will increase, now that there is a loyalty scheme.

0573 2’30”: Kevin from Arizona asks what discounts Castaway Club members can have on cruises.

LS31 Part 1 – 37’55”: Ashley from Virginia refers to the Live Cruise Show, and asks whether Deb would do the cruise or Adventures by Disney.

LS28 Part 1 – 45â€™20â€ Matt talks about films on cruises.

0454 Doug of WA wants to know about the most cost efficient way of getting from the port back to the airport

0436
Jeff of RI wants to know the differences between a Category 5, 6 and 7 stateroom on the Disney Cruise Line.

0391
Brian thanks us for the Mousefest Cruise shows.

0343
Becky of IL wants to know about resources for planning her Disney cruise.
Link to the [1]Passporter Guide to Disney Cruise Line.

0269
Kathy of KY wants to know about cruising solo on the Disney Cruise line if we have any tips.
Deb says the best price for cruises are when cruises are announced.
Deb talks about cruising solo.

0263
Ted of NY wants to know where he can find information similiar to WDW Today regarding Disney Cruises.
Matt suggests [2]All Ears.
Matt says a listener runs [3]a podcast about Royal Caribbean cruises.

0164
Bob also wants to know which land & sea package is good.
Len doesn’t know if he can stand more than a few nights at sea.

0042
Tony Rice wants to know about discounts on the Disney Cruise Line and if getting a AAA discount and 6 months no financing via the Disney Visa Card is the best way to go.
Len mentions there may be a Florida resident discount.
Tony also wants to know if prices for a cruise go up or down as you get closer to a sailing date.
Len says it depends on when your cruise is and what the demand for your sailing date are.
Len mentions Expedia often has last-minute cruise discounts but if you’re going during a busier time of the season then you may be out of luck.

0027
Rich from Pottstown, PA and wants to know on a Disney Cruise if a stop at Cozumel is scheduled but can’t be made, where does it stop instead?.
None of us knew the answer to this one but recommended checking Deb Wills’ [4]Disney Cruise Line portion of her site.

Annual Pass

0212
Bob of IL wants to know if the Annual Pass gets you any discounts on the Disney Cruise Line.
Matt says there’s no discount on the cruise line with the Annual Pass.
Len says the cruises book up very quickly so there’s no need for discounts.

Disneyland, CA

1424 19:44 David from Massachusetts asks if a FastPass from 2007 will work now at either WDW or Disneyland

1424 2:37 Jean from Maryland shares a trip report from Disneyland, California. She mentions the Haunted Mansion Halloween overlay

1406 25:20 Justin from Arkansas asks if there is a restaurant comparable to Disneyland’s Napa Rose at WDW

1394 21:39 Jean from Maryland asks about crowds at Disneyland’s Halloween parties

1382 7:47 JD discusses the submarine attraction at Disneyland and its defunct counterpart at WDW

1376 7:28 Brian from Washington discusses Disneyland fireworks

1373 3:08 Tom recommends some Disneyland podcasts.

1370 10:58 David from Massachusetts asks for good Disneyland resources. He asks if MEI/Mouse Fan Travel plans Disneyland trips

1355 22:17 Mia from Massachusetts asks about touring Disneyland in either October or early December

1352 24:58 Greg from Georgia asks the hosts for the best superhero to dress up as for Disneyland’s Avengers Superhero Half Marathon

1352 7:23 Lauren from Ireland asks if special viewing parties are offered for fireworks at Disneyland

1349 8:24 Lee from the UK asks about Disneyland’s FastPass system

1275 16:31 Jean from Maryland asks about touring Disneyland

1272 9:25 James asks about touring at Disneyland Resort

1268 5:49 Ehmann from New York asks if attractions at Walt Disney World will ever receive overlays like certain attractions at Disneyland do.

1243 26:47 Brian from Oregon asks how WDW compares to Disneyland, California

1222 18:05 Brian from the West Coast comments on Blue Bayou reservations

1213 4:26 John from New York comments on the differences between Pirates of the Caribbean at WDW and Disneyland, based on Episode 931 – Go West….Young Man

1210 11:15 Abby from Minnesota discusses the merits of the single rider line at DCA’s Radiator Springs Racers

1186 21:50 David from Massachusetts asks about Disneyland crowds in July

1186 17:33 Melanie from Los Angeles shares a Disneyland trip report and asks about random questions that Disney might actually accommodate

1183 9:56 Todd from Michigan asks about the holiday experience at Disneyland, California

1159 24:40 Brian corrects one of Matt’s answers from 1136

1156 8:44 Mark from Connecticut asks about the best days to visit Universal Studios

1154 19:36 Patrick and Lydia from Tennessee ask about good first attractions for a young child at Disneyland, California

1148 Cass from California asks how the Magic Kingdom compares to Disneyland Park, California

1136 12:00 Ann from Ohio asks about planning a Disneyland trip

1121 8:18 Josh talks about character meals at Disneyland. (mentions Episode 966 – Character Meal Values)

1118 16:14 Roy from California comments on doing all the American Disney parks in one day

1103 15:09 Paul from Washington asks about touring Disneyland, CA.

1100 5:36 Todd asks about upgrading to a Premier Pass including Disneyland, CA.

1091 14:28 Madison in New Jersey asks how many days to allocate for Disneyland, how to see World of Color, and if there are any can’t-miss restaurants.

1091 21:10 Michael in Illinois discusses his trip to Disneyland, and asks whether repeat visits to DL are worth it for eastcoasters.

0761 Sam says that theÂ DisneylandÂ Monorail was an E-ticket attraction.

0755 30’10”: Katie from Pittsburgh asks whether Perry and Doofenshmirtz might be going to WDW.

0746 26’00”: Bruce from NY refers to Episode 700 and says that you cannot go to 20,000 League under the Sea in Disneyland.

LS44 33’45”: Ken from NC gives a trip report from Disneyland.

0710 9’55”: Kate from Washington asks whether she can get a Southern California Annual Pass.

0698 11’05”: Paul from Washington asks about ticket strategies for visiting both parks.

LS40 10’35”: Andrew from NY says that Disneyland crowds are smaller than WDW.

0660 26’05”: Kevin says that Len was right about Disneyland.

0645 23’40”: Mellissa asks for Disneyland advice.

0627 26’05”: Keith from UK refers to Episode 549, about doing all of Disneyland in one day, and mentions the Gumball Rally.

LS35 39’00”: Darlene from NY asks whether non-AP Disney tickets can be used in Disneyland (the answer is “:yes”:).

71’35”: Bob from Canada asks whether the Concierge Grand California Hotel is worth it.

0576 14’55”: Paul from Washington asks why Disneyland doesn’t have FastPasses for Toy Story Midway Mania.

0573 6’20”: Kevin from CA say Len was too negative in Episode 566.

LS033 4’30”: Brian from Ohio asks what Disneyland attractions he can skip.

55’20”: Brett, formerly of the Moms Panel, says that you can get a FastPass per park in Disneyland.

0549 4’05”: Ally wants to write about touring DisneyLand.

LS31 Part 2 – 21’25”: Joy from NJ asks about getting to Disneyland from Long Beach airport.

Part 2 – 24’25”: Joy from NJ asks about Disney Dining Plans in Disneyland.

Part 2 – 25’50”: Joy from NJ asks about reduced tickets in Disneyland.

Part 2 – 32’35”: Danny from NC from Episode 533 recently went to Disneyland, and compares the two parks, including the face characters.

0516 5’10”: Angie from Indiana asks whether you can buy a combo Annual Pass for WDW and Disneyland.

0227
Frank wants recommendations for his trip to Walt Disney World if he’s been to Disneyland a lot.
Matt says Frank should do things that Disneyland doesn’t have such as Animal Kingdom and most of the Disney-MGM Studios.
Mike Scopa recommends Downtown Disney or looking at the resorts.
Mike Scopa also thinks World Showcase might be another option.

0190
Joe wants to know when we’re going to do a show about Disneyland.

0185
Vivian of CA disagrees with us not liking Disneyland as much as Walt Disney World.
Len likes Disneyland quite a bit and some attractions are better there.
Matt agrees with Len but notes the folks who say “less is more” are often jealous that Disneyland doesn’t have as many ammenities as WDW.

0103
Tyler of San Jose, CA wants to know if Space Mountain in Walt Disney World will change any like the recent changes that has happened in Disneyland to Space Mountain.
Mark has heard similiar rumors for a 2008 rehab but it’s strictly still a rumor and has heard no confirmation.
Len has heard great reviews of the changes that occured in Disneyland’s Space Mountain.

0068
Mike of [5]WDWMaps.com wonders if the patent we mentioned on [6]Episode 59 was for the Monsters Inc ride at Disneyland.
Len describes the technology and the patent and agrees with Mike.

0039
Josh Nelson is a California native and wants to know if there are any attractions at Walt Disney World that also exist at Disneyland that they should not miss.
Mike mentions that Fantasmic! is more enjoyable in Walt Disney World.
Mike doesn’t think the classic attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean or Small World compare very well to Disneyland.
Len says if the ride originated in Disneyland, it’s better in Disneyland and if it originated in Disney World, it’s better in Disney World.

DisneyWorld Annual Pass

1266 21:01 Carol from Colorado asks if she can convert her Premier Annual Pass to RFID and if she can still use it at Disneyland

0164
Matt also wants to know if his Walt Disney World annual pass gets him any discounts in Disneyland.
Len doesn’t think so.
Mike Scopa says if you look at your annual pass discount details, it doesn’t mention anything about Disneyland.

0119
Angel of MI want to know if their annual pass allows them admission to the Disneyland parks in California.
Mike Scopa says their WDW annual pass does not work at Disneyland.

Disneyland Paris

1289 15:53 Dmitri from North Carolina comments on his trip to Disneyland Resort Paris

1142 3:58 Keith from the UK comments on Episode 995 – Listener Questions and Crush’s Coaster at Walt Disney Studios Disneyland Paris

0463 Dave wants to know if we’ve ever been to the Disney parks outside of the United States. Matt mentions DLRPMagic.

0394
Jenny of MS wants to know of any information about Disneyland Paris.
Matt recommends [7]DLPRMagic.

0346
Gina of VT wants to know information about foreign Disney parks.
Matt recommends [8]DLPRMagic.

0302
Walter of France wants to know any good websites about Disneyland Paris.
Matt recommends [9]WDSFans and [10]DLP.info.

Disneyland Tokyo

1177 2:26 Andy asks about Tokyo Disneyland Resort

0346
Gina of VT wants to know information about foreign Disney parks.
Matt recommends [11]JTCent.

0333
[12]Joel wants to know if the rules for parades and shows at Tokyo Disneyland could work in the United States.

General

1263 8:09 Gerald from Pennsylvania suggests that Disney open a “Preview Resort” elsewhere in the Southeast United States

1248 20:42 Doug from Louisiana asks if Disney bought land in Louisiana

0361
Michelle of VA wants to know something to do with her group of non-Disney World fans.

0346
Andy of CT wants to know about bringing his wife to Walt Disney World when she doesn’t like time in the parks.

0233
Frank says in Disneyland Paris the Indiana Jones ride is a backwards looping coaster.

0190
Matt says we don’t know anything about Disneyland.

0173
Bob of IL says the Adventures by Disney trip to Wyoming is expensive.
Matt says the Adventures by Disney cost a premium because you’re getting the “Disney touch”.

0170
Beth heard the Main Street Electrical Parade is running in Anaheim, and wants to know if it’s true.
Mike Scopa says when it left Disney World it went to Disneyland to replace a very unpopular parade.
Mike Scopa mentions the Electrical Parade is in Disneyland now.

0146
Barb of Manitoba, CA wants to know more about the Lynx bus system.
Matt says the [13]Lynx bus system is Orlando’s public bus system.
Matt doesn’t think it’s very convenient and a better option is [14]Mears Shuttle.
Mike Scopa says time is an important issue and Lynx won’t be the best option .
Mike Scopa says if she’s staying at an off-site resort to take advantage of any free shuttle bus services they may offer.

0134
Rich of OH wants to know if the Mainstreet Electrical Parade will ever return to Walt Disney World.

0119
Jeff from the USS Abraham Lincoln wants to know if we had any listener questions for Hong Kong Disneyland.

0092
Brian Martsolf corrects us about Walt’s apartment in Disneyland and the closed circuit television system.

0092
Tony wants to know what Bonnett Creek is.
Mark says Bonnett Creek is a small piece of property Disney was not able to purchase and its owned by Fairfield resorts and it will be a timeshare resort.
Len mentions that Disney had been recently selling property off.

Hawaii

See Specific Hotels

Hilton Head, South Carolina

See Specific Hotels

Vero Beach, Florida

See Specific Hotels

Not Disney

Baseball

Episode 1312 – March 2014 Preview After 13:04

Beach

1328 11:13 Jillian asks about Florida beaches, highlighting Cocoa Beach

0433
Jordan of MN wants to know the best way to go to the beach for a day.

Cape Canaveral

1260 26:13 Angie from Wisconsin asks for ways to kill time between her cruise departure in Port Canaveral and her flight home

0600 7’30”: Charlotte from UK wants a good view of the Shuttle launch.

0317
Linda suggests Cape Canaveral as a day trip.

Church

1352 10:41 Sarah from the UK asks about Holy Week church services at WDW

0182
Adam from TN wants to know about religious services around WDW.
Len recommends checking with your local church about options in WDW.
Len says a popular church is Mary, Queen of the Universe Shrine which is close to WDW.

Cruises

1424 24:13 Stephanie from Utah asks if her family should take a Panama Canal cruise on Disney Cruise Line or on Royal Caribbean

HersheyPark, Pennsylvania

1403 18:59 David from Massachusetts describes his experience applying touring plans to Hershey Park

1397 15:02 Kate from Virginia talks about “commando touring” Hershey Park

Las Vegas

1322 19:08 John from New York suggests My Magic Plus perks similar to a program used in Las Vegas

1124 21:03 Dan from New Mexico asks a question about Las Vegas’ roller coasters

Legoland

1139 16:03 Dave comments on Legoland.

1124 12:23 Keith from Canada asks about touring Legoland during Presidents Day week

Orlando Flex Ticket

1358 25:39 Dan from Washington asks about the Orlando Flex Ticket for parks outside WDW

Sea World

1367 21:02 Bill from Georgia liked Sanaa and Sea World

1334 7:19 Tim ponders recent criticism of SeaWorld

1248 7:41 Kyle from New York asks about Discovery Cove and Aquatica

0254
Ted of NY wants to know if he should go to Universal or Sea World.
Matt doesn’t think it will be worth your money at Universal given the state of affairs in Universal.
Mike Scopa has done Universal Studios, Sea World and other local attractions but spent more time at the Disney parks because he felt Disney did everything better.

Six Flags

1216 3:23 Gerald in Pennsylvania asks about applying Disney touring strategies to other amusement parks

0499 4’15”: Nicole from Wisconsin talks about a trip to Six Flags.

Universal Orlando Resort

Episode 1398 – Splurging At WDW 14:24-17:39 VIP Tour

Episode 1366 – Odds Makers July 2014 8:21-10:41 Diagon Alley

Episode 897: Rob’s Show From 10’50” onwards – Rob Stevens asks when he should go to Universal Studios, and how long would it take.

Episode 774: Big And Tall From commencement to 5′

Episode 718: Honeymoon Touring Between 16’15” and 18’15” – Gavin wants to get to Universal Studios from Disney Property.

Episode 622: Planning From Scratch (Pt. 3) Including how to get to Universal Studios from Disney Property – between 5’00” and 7’45”

Episode 539: Economic outlook with Mary Waring Between 18’05” and 19’20”

1409 15:17 Rick wants the least expensive Park Hopper ticket at Universal Orlando

1403 12:50 Mark from Indiana asks about planning a one-week trip encompassing both WDW and Universal Orlando

1391 2:42 Claire discusses Universal Orlando’s Portofino Bay Hotel

1382 21:20 Rick from Missouri requests a one-day two-park touring plan for Universal Orlando such as to see Harry Potter

1373 17:36 Jane from Texas asks how much time she should allot to travel by cab to Universal Orlando. She also asks how long it will take to tour both parks if she avoids coasters and water rides.

1364 3:06 James from Missouri asks if he should start his Orlando trip at Disney World or Universal Orlando

1281 14:34; 20:24 Abby from Minnesota asks for good hotels near Universal Orlando

1243 24:16 Mark from New Jersey asks for transportation options from WDW to Universal Orlando

1213 10:34 Leah from Illinois asks for good pet-friendly hotels in Orlando. Len recommends the Universal Orlando resort hotels

1183 8:19 Tracy from Australia asks if the Lines app will ever be expanded to Universal

1168 24:00 Andrew from Canada asks about touring the Universal parks

1118 11:52 Someone comments on tattoos at Universal’s Citywalk

0770 7’20”: Jennifer from CA asks for Universal Studios tips.

0767 27’30”: Doug asks for advice on Universal Studios.

LS45 6’45”: Andrew from NY gives some Harry Potter tips.

0740 25’10”: Nicole asks for touring recommendations for Universal Studios.

0651 16’05”: Shawn from TX wants to get to CityWalk without driving.

LS37 17’30”: Mike from Colorado is going to Universal, and wants an attraction that a Disney-lover would like.

0612 17’45”: Kelly from TX asks about the easiest way to get to Universal Studios, when not renting a car.

0558 Michelle asks when is the best time to seeÂ Universal Studios.

0549 6’45”: Catlin in Wisconsin asks for resources about Universal Studios.

0519 11’40”: Claire from UK comments on Universal’s version of FastPass for resort guests.

0457 Rick of PA wants to know if the crowd calendar also is represenative of the crowds at Universal Studios.

0448 Mike of MO wants to know how the new Simpsons ride at Universal Studios affects the touring plan at Universal

0308
Dan also wants to know about the Mears shuttle service from Disney to Universal.

0074
James Silkstone of Leeds, UK wants to know how to get to Universal Studios if he’s staying on Disney property and can’t rent a car.
Matt’s girlfriend says the Mears Shuttle is an option and is about $14 roundtrip.

Other

1281 17:29 Christy from Pennsylvania asks for good kid-friendly activities in the Orlando area

0546 14’55”: Todd asks about Orlando highlights outside of the parks.

0275
Kevin wants to know non-Disney destinations we can recommend.
Mike Newell used to go to the Bellz Outlet.
Matt says the Florida Mall is nice.
Mike Newell mentions there was [15]a fire at Gatorland.
LS06 Be careful at the Gaylord Spaâ€¦ Darcy had her eyebrows burned.

Unofficial WDW Today Wiki – by Phillip Burton and Andrew Carrieri

Outside WDW

Contents

Major Episodes

Adventures by Disney

Cruises

D23

Disneyland, CA

Disneyland Hong Kong

Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Tokyo

Hawaii

Disney

Adventures by Disney

Cruises

Annual Pass

Disneyland, CA

DisneyWorld Annual Pass

Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Tokyo

General

Hawaii

Hilton Head, South Carolina

Vero Beach, Florida

Not Disney

Baseball

Beach

Cape Canaveral

Church

Cruises

HersheyPark, Pennsylvania

Las Vegas

Legoland

Orlando Flex Ticket

Sea World

Six Flags

Universal Orlando Resort

Other

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