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Off the Monorail Episode: Becky Gandillon, Author of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2027
Virginia talks with Becky Gandillon, Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2027, about her Disney origin story, how she turned a love of park planning and data into work with Touring Plans, and why she thinks Walt Disney World is in the middle of an exciting new era. They also get into...
Post-Trip Report: Virginia & Alex’s Disney and Universal Vacation (July 2026)
Sadly, Virginia and Alex have returned to real life after a magical July Disney/Universal trip. They got to check out Epic Universe for the first time and did two tours for the first time, including Caring for Giants and the Keys to the Kingdom tours. Trip Dates: July 3-13, 2026 Post Trip Interview:...
Pre-Trip Report: Virginia & Alex’s Disney and Universal Vacation (July 2026)
Virginia and Alex chat about the plans for their upcoming July vacation which includes finally getting back to Universal Studios in addition to Disney time! They are planning to split their time between the Hard Rock Hotel, Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village, and Boardwalk. Trip Dates: July 3-13,...
Post-Trip Report: Heather and Tim’s Go Big or Go Home Vacation (June/July 2026)
Heather is back (alone this time since Tim was called to parent duty!) to share all the details of their most recent magical trip to Walt Disney World. Tune in to hear all about how they enjoyed their first stay at their home DVC resort (Polynesian), how they enjoyed Stormalong Bay with their one ni...
Pre-Trip Report: Heather and Tim’s Go Big or Go Home Vacation (June/July 2026)
Heather and Tim, DVC owners at the Polynesian, are heading down to Walt Disney World on a large family trip in honor of the graduation of their oldest son. They have four kids ranging in age from 8 months to 18, plus grandparents coming along, so it’s sure to be a lively bunch. After one night at Be...
Post-Trip Report: Alex’s Gran Destino and Swan Summer (May/June 2026)
Alex is back and this trip involved a lot of pivots! So if you like hearing about how plans change, this is for you! They enjoyed three nights at Gran Destino Tower over at Coronado Springs for the first time, followed by a night at the Swan. They got a chance to have some time at Disney with their ...
Pre-Trip Report: Alex’s Gran Destino and Swan Summer (May/June 2026)
Alex D. is back on the podcast! This summer, she and her family are planning a trip to Disney that includes a stay at Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs and the Swan portion of the Swan and Dolphin. They have lots of dining reservations planned and are hoping that the boys are tall enough for so...
Post-Trip Report: Kelly’s Shades of Green Split Stay (May/June 2026)
Kelly and her family have returned from their trip and have so much fun to share! Between lightsaber building and a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appointment, they were busy, busy, busy. Trip Dates: May 25 - June 3, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 6/16/26 Episode Specific Links: Follow Kelly on Instag...
Pre-Trip Report: Kelly’s Shades of Green Split Stay (May/June 2026)
Kelly joins Virginia to talk about the plans for her upcoming split stay at Walt Disney World. After flying into Sanford Airport, she is planning to surprise her family with two nights at Caribbean Beach before they switch to Shades of Green! In addition to visiting all of the parks and using Lightn...
Post-Trip Report: Kelly’s “Bonus” Summer Trip (May 2026)
Kelly’s trip went off without a hitch! For a so-called “bonus” trip, she and her family managed to really pack a lot in. From swimming, to three parks, to horse-back riding…it was a magical five days! Trip Dates: May 16-20, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 6/8/26 Episode Specific Links: Follow Kel...