Trip Report: Disney's Vero Beach Resort and Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort
Trip Report: Disney's Vero Beach Resort and Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort
Every August we do a split-stay Disney trip with three nights Disney's Vero Beach Resort (this year in an oceanfront studio villa) and four nights at Walt Disney World (this year in a two-bedroom Villa at the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort).
We had 100% success with room requests on this trip and we share our approach for how to get the exact room you want any Disney hotel.
Trams were still not running in every parking lot at Walt Disney World parks, but the good news is that they're coming back to all parks in September 2023.
In this episode, we share our views on the new Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. Disney used to really care about the seamless flow of one themed space to another. This is no longer the case. Hear our take on why the new DVC Tower at the Polynesian is a miss for Disney Imagineering, no matter what the final design looks like.
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2023
We have lots of news to share from this year's Halloween party in the Magic Kingdom. Topics we cover in this episode include:
The issues with new queuing system to enter Mickey's Not So Scary Holloween Party (and how to avoid them)
What's different with how they're handing out candy at trick or treat stations (and whether it's good for you as a guest)
What ride wait times were like during the party (and how to maximize your time)
And what is still one of the best tips we can offer for anyone attending Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.
Walt Disney World General Tips and Experiences
Don't believe that narrative that Disney World parks are empty. It's not true and we share our first-hand experiences to back it up.
Plus, we cover our experiences and tips for Disney's digital bus sign times and one great way for how to use Disney Gift Cards to really optimize your Walt Disney World vacation.
Restaurant Reviews: Narcoossee's and Roundup Rodeo BBQ
On this trip, we tried the new Narcoossee's at the Grand Floridian and the Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Hear our take on both of these Disney restaurants and whether we recommend them.
How the Tron Virtual Queue Really Works
We tested the virtual queue system for Tron on a regular park day and during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.
We share how it worked and when we actually got to ride Tron (so you can plan your day around how long it really takes)
News from Disney's Grand Floridian Resort
Is the Grand Floridian Orchestra coming back to the lobby of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort?
Hear what we learned about this and whether or not the Grand 1 Yacht will be back.
We spoke to a Grand Floridian front desk Cast Member to see what they had to say.
And finally, the Grand Floridian lobby aroma has changed. Find out what is smells like now.
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