Disney Deciphered: A Podcast To Help You Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacations

Planning a Disney vacation for 2020 or 2021? Let Joe be your travel agent at no cost to you, get started by e-mailing him josephcheung@travelmation.net. Episode Description Many of us are experiencing a bit of Disney withdrawal right now, so we decided to re-broadcast this previous episode. We've got you covered with some ideas for how to handle your Disney withdrawal and bring some of that Disney magic into your home! We updated the episode a bit and included a new Disney do or don't, so be sure to stick around to the end for that. What do you like to do to combat Disney withdrawal when you get home? We'd love to hear your experiences and tips, please share them by e-mailing us at disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com. Episode Notes 1:00 - Fall 2020 Discounts 4:10 - Plan your next trip (Leslie's article on airlines getting rid of change fees) 7:58 - Plan trips for others 10:17 - Watch some Disney movies 12:21 - Make some Disney inspired food (Mickey Mouse trail mix) 14:10 - Make a photo album from your trip 16:5

Planning a trip to Disney in 2020 or 2021? Let Joe be your travel agent at no cost to you - get started today by e-mailing him josephcheung@travelmation.net!  Episode Description A bunch of Disney news has dropped so we catch up what's going on in the parks and outside of them. Thoughts on Disneyland re-opening, new dining queue options, park hours, park pass reservations, and more. Any news we missed? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:54 -Rest in peace, Chadwick Boseman 4:17 - Reduced park hours this fall 8:52 - Shows reopening soon? 10:13 - Increased park pass availability for annual passholders 11:58 - Will Disney World increase its capacity? 13:42 - Halloween events at Disney World 15:09 - Dining virtual walk up queues 16:41 - Leslie's Disneyland crystal ball 22:45 - 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

Planning a Disney vacation for 2020 or 2021? Let Joe be your travel agent at no cost to you, get started by e-mailing him josephcheung@travelmation.net. Episode Description The on site or off site hotel stay debate has changed a bit since Disney reopened. We discuss the changes to the on site Disney hotel experience that you need to know and what you should ask yourself when deciding whether to stay on or off site. Plus, we give Disney some advice about what benefits they can add for on site guests. What do you think about staying on site at a Disney hotel right now? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:55 - Which hotels are open and which aren't scheduled to open right now? 4:39 - Magical Express luggage updates, no more resort airline check in 6:35 - Housekeeping (mousekeeping?) updates 8:24 - Changes to check in/out procedures 8:55 - No Fastpass+ or Extra Magic Hours 10:20 - Benefits of staying on site 12:55 - Benefits of staying off site 18:04 - On site benefits w

Episode Description So much has changed with Disney dining during reopening so we thought we'd cover (and re-cover) the basics. We discuss how to know what's open, utilizing the 60 day reservation window, best social distancing picks, and a lot more! Have you dined in the Disney parks since reopening? Share your experiences and your tips by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 2:08 - Change 1: Not everything is open (What's open according to Disney) 3:25 - Character dining updates 6:04 - Change 2: 60 day dining reservation window 8:16 - Change 3: Mobile ordering at quick service restaurants 9:50 - Change 4: Mobile additions to table service 11:37 - Change 5: No Disney Dining Plan being offered 12:46 - Change 6: You cannot eat or drink and walk at the same time 14:58 - Miscellaneous changes 16:56 - Quick service recommendations 18:46 - Table service recommendations 21:25 - Disney dos and don'ts If you're looking to plan a Disney vacation from anytime between now and 2021, please consid

Thinking of planning a Disney vacation in 2020 or 2021? Let Joe be your agent at no charge to you, e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net to get started. Episode Description In today's episode, Leslie and Joe take a look at the best attraction options in all four parks if you're concerned about social distancing or avoiding the indoors. These are what we think would be your best bets if you are trying to limit your exposure. What attractions do you think are good options during these times? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 3:15 - Best outdoor/socially distanced attractions at EPCOT 6:45 - Best outdoor/socially distanced attractions at Hollywood Studios 9:44 - Best outdoor/socially distanced attractions at Animal Kingdom 11:52 - Best outdoor/socially distanced attractions at Magic Kingdom 15:06 - 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 bo

Thinking of planning a Disney vacation in 2020 or 2021? Let Joe be your travel agent and do the hard work for you at no cost to you by e-mailing him josephcheung@travelmation.net. Episode Description The world turned upside down so we're restarting our Disney Essentials series! First up, we take a look at how Disney transportation looks different in a world of physical and social distancing and give our picks for the options we like the best. Plus, some tips on renting or using your own car. Have you been on Disney transportation yet? Let us know your experiences by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com. Episode Notes 2:40 - Currently closed Disney transportation options 4:04 - The monorail 6:37 - Socially distanced buses 8:10 - Various boat options 10:56 - The Disney Skyliner flies again 12:42 - Using your own car or a rental car 16:34 - Disney dos or 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 rece

Episode Description Disney World has made a lot of temporary changes during re-opening, but some are so good we'd like to see them become permanent. We discuss the changes we'd love to see stick around and share some listener tips on visiting Disney right now. What changes would you like to see stick around? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes Leslie's visit to Yosemite National Park 1:26 - Disney World re-opening tips, updated 3:09 - 60 day dining window 4:37 - More mobile ordering 6:05 - New character cavalcades/interactions 7:56 - Staggered Rise of the Resistance boarding group windows 9:43 - Plexiglass 11:10 - New security system 12:14 - Staggered park hours 13:59 - Hand sanitizing and washing stations (from listener Sam C) 14:22 - Keep the pavilion by Canada open (from listener Amy C) 14:49 - Open trash cans (from Patty from No Guilt Disney, check out her article on what Disney should keep around!) 16:06 - Disney dos or don'ts If you're looking to plan a Disney v

If you're thinking of planning a Disney vacation in 2020 or 2021, let Joe do all the hard work for you as your travel agent at no cost to you. E-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net to start your planning today. Episode Description Leslie's on vacation, but Joe chats with listener Brennan Anderson about his experience visiting the Disney World parks during the first week of reopening. We discuss the overall experience, safety, memorable rides, and practical tips if you're planning to visit. Are you thinking of returning to the magic or have you already? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:00 - Introducing Brennan 2:47 - How safe did Disney feel compared to the rest of Florida? 4:14 - Masks at Disney 5:23 - What parks did you visit? Toughest park/situation to social distance? 7:52 - Social distancing in the queue? 11:28 - Who were your fellow guests in the park? 13:14 - Memorable ride experiences back in the parks15:47 - Show experiences 17:16 - When to show up at t

Thinking of planning a Disney vacation for this year or next? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you! You can e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net.  Episode Description Disney World is open so Leslie and Joe discuss how things look different. We then spend a few minutes talking to Kristina Cooper of Travelmation about her experience on opening day at the Magic Kingdom. Have you visited since the parks reopened or do you plan to? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes  2:08 - Arriving at the Magic Kingdom 3:07 - Getting from the Transportation and Ticket Center to the Magic Kingdom 4:34 - Temperature screening and security 5:30 - Entering the park and shopping 6:05 - Mask requirement 6:35 - Character cavalcades 8:58 - Ride queues and safety precautions 11:35 - Dining changes 13:16 - Relaxation zones 14:50 - Introducing Kristina and what it felt like to be back in the parks on opening day 16:22 - Impression of safety measures 18:47 - How crowded were thi

Looking to plan a Disney vacation? Let Joe be your travel agent at no charge to you, e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net. Episode Notes We take a break from the news to talk about what we feel are the most overrated and underrated attractions at Disney World. Controversy! We'd love to hear your picks, let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com or by commenting on our Facebook page. Episode Notes 2:47 - Overrated at Animal Kingdom 4:57 - Underrated at Animal Kingdom 7:05 - Overrated at Hollywood Studios 9:08 - Underrated at Hollywood Studios 11:15 - Overrated at Epcot 12:53 - Underrated at Epcot 14:36 - Overrated at Magic Kingdom 16:25 - Underrated at Magic Kingdom 18:40 - Disney dos and dont's 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

Episode Description We discuss the Disney Parks Pass System in a bit more detail with some new lessons learned and best practices. We also discuss Disneyland delaying it's re-opening and our honest feelings on whether we'll be personally visiting the parks anytime soon. Got questions or thoughts on Disney's re-opening? Let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:30 - The Disney Parks Pass system 3:12 - Have reservations been selling out 4:52 - Three reservation buckets and what that means for you 9:00 - How does the Parks Pass system work for annual passholders    11:17 - 2021 now on sale   12:34 - Disneyland re-opening delayed   14:44 - Will Disney World be delayed?   18:37 - Personal feelings on when we'll return to the parks   22:20 - Disney dos or don't (MISS YOUR SHOT) If you're looking to plan a Disney vacation from anytime between now and 2021, please consider using Joe as your travel agent. He can do all the hard work and phone calls for you at no cost to you! E-mai

Episode Description Joe gives a quick update on his experience with the new Disney Park Pass System and wonders aloud about what it might look like going forward.  Just a quick episode, but we covered a lot of news back in Episode 123 (which released over the weekend), in case you missed it! Episode Notes If you're looking to plan a Disney vacation from anytime between now and 2021, please consider using Joe as your travel agent. He can do all the hard work and phone calls for you at no cost to you! E-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net. 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. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio

Episode Description The new Disney Parks Pass system (ticket reservations!) goes live Monday and Disney dropped a TON of news so we're here with another episode covering all of the details. What you need to know for Monday and going forward. Obviously you might have a ton of questions, please e-mail us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com and we'd be happy to help! Episode Notes If you're looking to plan a Disney vacation from anytime between now and 2021, please consider using Joe as your travel agent. He can do all the hard work and phone calls for you at no cost to you! E-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net. 1:30 - The Disney Park Pass System for reserving tickets 3:21 - When can you book your 2021 vacations   4:21 - Link your reservations!   5:03 - When will tickets for 2020 go back on sale? (No idea)   6:19 - Annual Pass updates and more reminders   10:26 - No Park hopping, confirmed   11:27 - No magic bands included with on site hotel reservations starting in 2021   13:31 - Party cancellations, extended

Planning a Disney vacation? Let Joe be your travel agent and take care of all the hard work at no cost to you, e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net! Episode Description We have Disneyland re-opening details and Leslie's got everything you need to know, from dates to hotels to Fastpass and a lot more! How will the openings in Florida and California compare? We've got you covered. Are you thinking of visiting Disneyland when it reopens? Let us know your thoughts e-mailing us at disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:30 - Opening dates 3:33 - Ticket reservations, sales, and annual passes 7:59 - Park experience 9:43 - What's going on with Avengers Campus? 11:03 - Unknowns and uncertainties 17:07 - What to consider before going: social distancing possible? 18:51 - The southern California COVID-19 situation? 20:40 - The annual pass effect? 22:38 - What will be a harder ticket reservation to get: WDW or DLR? 23:20 - Disney dos or don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us

Planning a Disney vacation? Let Joe be your travel agent at no cost to you, e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net! Episode Description We discuss reasons you might want to book a Disney vacation this year, and reasons why you might not. What are you thinking about Disney vacations in 2020? Let us know your thoughts by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 1:30 - Disney hotels re-opening 6/22, details 3:11 - Go: restricted capacity 6:24 - Go: last minute trips will be easier 8:42 - Go: less stress! 10:16 - Don't go: masks are gonna be tough 13:09 - Don't go: diminished experience 16:02 - Don't go: uncertainty in Disney and in the world 19:06 - 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

Planning a Disney vacation? Let Joe help you book as your travel agent at no cost to you, e-mail him at josephcheung@travelmation.net if you have questions! Episode Description Disney dropped a ton of details about their re-opening plans, so we broke them down and what they mean for your decision making regarding future Disney vacations. Do you have questions about the opening? Please let us know and we will try to answer them on a future episode. You can e-mail us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com. Episode Notes 2:28 - #cuarantinecay5K update 4:15 - Disney opening dates 7:21 - Ticket and hotel sales temporarily suspended 11:18 - Dining plans and reservations cancelled 18:43 - Health and safety protocols 23:50 - Disney dos or 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 (

Planning a trip to visit Disney? Consider using Joe as your travel agent at no cost to you, e-mail him josephcheung@travelmation.net! Episode Description We find ourselves recommending Caribbean Beach Resort more and more, so we decided to do an overview of a moderate hotel that's quickly shooting up our rankings! Have you stayed at Caribbean Beach? Let us know your thoughts by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Episode Notes 2:00 - Location and theming 5:24 - Rooms 8:06 - Restaurants 9:34 - Pool 11:48 - Skyliner access 14:13 - Why you should/should not stay at Caribbean Beach Resort? 16:39 - 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. If you like what you hear, please s

If and when you're ready to get to planning a trip to Disney World, feel free to contact Joe via e-mail at josephcheung@travelmation.net - he'd be happy to act as your travel agent at no cost to you. Also will you be running the #cuarantinecay5K or donating to Give Kids the World? If you haven't yet, please let us know on this form so we can match your donation! Episode Description As we inch closer towards news of the domestic parks reopening, Joe and Leslie share concerns they are mulling over as they think about returning. We also discuss what we plan to do to alleviate those concerns. How do you feel about returning to the parks once they reopen? We'd love to hear your opinions, feel free to e-mail us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com. Episode Notes Traveling safely and responsibly as America reopens 2:24 - Concern 1: Flying to Disney 6:38 - Concern 2: Will people respect Disney's guidelines? 12:48 - Concern 3: Transportation to and from the parks 16:47 - Concern 4: Monitoring the behavior of our own ki

Episode Description In today's episode, we talk about the wonderful charity Give Kids the World and announce the Cuarantine 5K, a virtual 5K race we're running in partnership with DCL Duo, DCL Podcast, MouseGen, Podcast Stardust, and Rope Drop Radio! Visit here for more details, here to buy t-shirts, and please e-mail us if you choose to donate to Give Kids the World. Disney Deciphered will be matching the first $600 in donations. If you donated or plan to, fill out our pledge form here! You can let us know by e-mailing us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, tweeting us @WDWDeciphered, or contacting us on our Facebook page. Happy trails! Episode Notes 3:05 - What is Give Kids the World? 6:45 - Current status at Give Kids the World 7:21 - How to support Give Kids the World 8:53 - Introducing the Cuarantine Cay 5K 10:25 - Running during the age of social distancing 13:03 - Disney Deciphered matching donations to Give Kids the World 15:00 - Cuarantine 5K promo with Brian, Steve, and Dennis 22:49 - Disney dos a

If you're looking to book a Disney World, Disneyland, or Disney Cruise Line vacation, considering using Joe as your travel agent by emailing josephcheung@travelmation.net! Episode Description We can't get to the parks, but we've been keeping Disney in our lives through apps, Disney+, and much more. Here are some of our favorite ways to keep Disney in our lives - we'd love to hear yours. E-mail us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com! Plus: our Disney+ recommendations. Episode Notes 1:25 - Disney sing-along 3:08 - Disney Parks Youtube 4:49 - Disney apps 7:40 - Khan academy (Pixar and Imagineering) 9:04 - Disney+ movies 13:12 - Disney+ TV shows 16:51 - Listener e-mail 18:29 - 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) usi