A couple weekends ago we got to visit a new to us theme park, and a place that helped inspire Disneyland: Knott’s Berry Farm. Just 5 miles away from the Happiest Place on Earth, Knott’s features incredible thrills of its own, and offers some incredible food too. We were luck enough to hit the Boysenberry festival, and thoroughly enjoyed our day. Come along and see what Knott’s is all about!

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Disney blazed trails in 1998 with the cruise industry’s first private island, Castaway Cay. While others have copied and extended the concept, there’s nothing quite like the relaxation and fun found on this 1000 acre spot in the Bahamas. What makes it so special? Listen to this week’s episode to find out! Make sure you stay till the end for a special surprise from our good friend "Rachel from HR".

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Our DVC resort overview series continues this week with a look at our happy place - Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. This is one of the few DVC locations not associated with one of the theme parks, but don’t think for a minute that means there’s not a lot to do. From the beach and pools to amazing food and even an onsite luau, Aulani is a perfect vacation destination.

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We’re doing another quarterly Disney news rewind this week, looking at all the announcements and happenings coming out of the Mouse House over the last few months. From Disneyland’s 70th to ride updates to new cruise ships, Mickey has been busy!

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This week’s guests got Nathan to do something he hasn’t done in decades: watch a horror movie. We’re talking about the new horror/comedy moving Screamboat, based on the original Mickey Mouse cartoon Steamboat Willie. We were lucky enough to get a preview of the movie and spend some time talking with director Steven LaMorte and producer/actress Amy Schumacher. Steven and Amy are deep Disney fans, and that absolutely comes through as a loving, yet bloody, homage to Disney characters and storytelling in the movie.

Screamboat opens in theaters on 4/2 in North America, rolls out globally in the coming weeks, and gets two big Mickey-gloved thumbs up from these two Disney nerds! You can find more at Screamboat (2025) | Comedy, Horror.

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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This week, a Disney World pro visits Disneyland for the first time. We’ve got Frank from the Dillo’s Diz podcast on to talk about how a 50 year old former Disney World cast member had never taken a pilgrimage to Disneyland in California, until now. How does Disney in Anaheim compare to Orland? Listen in to find out!

You can catch more of Frank, and his sister Jen, on their amazing podcast Dillo’s Diz. You can find their show at https://dillosdiz.com.

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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Stage Nine in Old Town Sacramento is an absolute treasure trove of all things pop culture and nostalgia. Not only is Stage Nine one of the largest Disney Fine Art galleries in the US, it also houses a gigantic Disneyana collection, has a toy store straight out of the dreams of 70s and 80s kids, and features a classic candy store too. Add to that RSVLTS, Loungefly, Funko Pop and more, and this place becomes your checkbook’s worst nightmare. It’s GREAT!

You can see and shop most of Stage Nine’s collection at https://stagenine.com. This is not a sponsored episode - we’re just big fans!

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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This week we’re talking with Caitlyn and Caleb from the Market House Podcast who have recently taken their first “solo” trip (without other family to help) with their 1 year old to Disneyland. We haven’t been in that situation for 12+ years, so we thought we’d learn what it’s like to take a little to Disney these days.

If you want to hear more from Caitlyn and Caleb (and you do, trust us), check out https://www.markethousepodcast.com to link to their podcast feed and social channels.

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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This is it! The closest to a maiden voyage we’ve ever been - we hit the new Disney Treasure for just her 9th revenue sailing, an eastern Caribbean itinerary with stops in Tortola, St Thomas, and Castaway Cay. We’ve sailed on all of the other Disney ships, so how does this one stack up? You’ll have to listen to find out! (hint: VERY WELL!)

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

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This week we’re joined by Brian and Sam, the incomparable DCL Duo, to talk all about runDisney and their recent trip down to Anaheim for the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. We had a blast recording this episode, and when you get 4 Disney podcasters together, antics (and a long episode) are sure to follow. Enjoy!

You can catch more of these fabulous people and their amazing guests on their twice-weekly DCL Duo podcast, which includes a live episode most Monday evenings on YouTube. You can find links to all of their podcasts, social media channels, and even their Substack blog, at DCL Duo Podcast and Vlog – Disney Cruising Elevated.

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Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.

Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapades
OurMousecapades.com
[email protected]