Bibbidi Bobbidi Besties: A Disney World Podcast

Planning a Disney day in the Florida heat and unpredictable rain? ☔️ ☀️ 

We’ve got you covered—literally! In this episode, we’re sharing our tried-and-true tips for staying cool, dry, and stress-free no matter what Mother Nature throws at you in the parks. From must-have gear like water bottles on carabiners, neck fans, and cooling towels to smart hacks like planning AC breaks and using your dining reservations to your advantage, we’ll help you beat the heat without burning out. 🔥 

Plus, we talk through how to handle those sudden Florida downpours—think ponchos, shoe covers, stroller shields, and where to duck for cover fast. We’ll also go over how to build a smart touring plan to minimize time in outdoor queues (looking at you, Slinky Dog Dash!) and how weather might affect your transportation and ride plans. 💦 ⛅️🕶️

Whether you’re meeting Moana, braving the inferno that is Andy's Backyard or trying to time your princess meet and greets just right, this episode will help you stay cool, dry, and Disney-ready! 💫

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🌮🌯 On this episode of BB Besties Dining Reviews, we chat through why we think La Hacienda is a hidden gem in EPCOT's World Showcase! 

🪇🍹🥑 From yummy drinks and apps to a stunning fireworks view, we give you all the details in this episode. 

AND, if you haven't yet, check our Besties May 2025 Trip Series here on the Besties Pod - Episode 7, 8 & 9 all detail the most magical besties trip to WDW. 

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🍴👯‍♀️🫧 Forks, Friends & Fairy Godmothers, oh my! 

🍦🍨 On this depute episode of BB Besties Dining Reviews, we cover Beaches & Cream, which we both went to for the first time on our May 2025 Besties Trip to Walt Disney World. Beaches & Cream is nestled into the Beach Club Resort and had a mix of diner vibes plus stepping right off the boardwalk in a beach town! 

Beach Club Resort Mentions: 

• It looks like the Beach Club Resort is still undergoing refurbishment at this time. The website (linked above) has a indication noting "This Resort hotel is undergoing refurbishments - See Details." When clicking on those details, it notes the routine exterior maintenance will be from early June through September 2025. If you are staying at the Beach Club (or want to) during that time frame, we definitely recommend calling to see if that will be a deterrent for you! 
• It appears that Stormalong Bay may now be back open. 

General Mentions: 

• We recommend Googling the Beaches & Cream Walk-up Window and/or asking at the Beach Club for their insight!
• "Cotty Eps" - should out to Corey & Brianna at the Magic at Home Podcast and Brianna's YouTube Channel
• Tini's Mac and Cheese Recipe - here, posted by another creator, but you can find Tini's Original on her TiKTok Page! 

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Celebrate Christmas in July with your Besties with TWO Holiday Trip Report🎅🏼🎄 

Coming out of the Disney Vault is the second December 2024 Trip Report, when we visited the Most Magical Place on Earth while it was decked out in full holiday splendor! 

Jess takes us through her side of the December 2024 trip with her husband and 16 month old daughter, her parents, and her in-laws. With 2 jam packed park days, a rest day, and a few new dining reservations, this report takes a fresh look at some WDW staples  

Mentions: 

• Amorette’s Patisserie : Located in Disney Springs, offering chocolate, pastries, cakes, and more 
• Harmony Barber Shop : Where you can book a haircut in Magic Kingdom, booking window opens at 12am, 60 days out
• Wrong Lever Clothing Co : Where Jess got her Mickey Christmas light skirt

Disclaimers:

• Jess has now tried the cheeseburger spring rolls in Magic Kingdom, and you can see her reaction on our TikTok! (BB_bestiespod) 

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Celebrate Christmas in July with your Besties with TWO Holiday Trip Reports. 🎅🏻🎄 Coming out of the Disney Vault is our FIRST of TWO December 2024 Trip Reports when we visited the Most Magical Place on Earth while it was decked out in full holiday splendor! 

In this merry and magical trip recap, we're discussing every unforgettable moment from Chelsea's December 2024 Trip with her husband and her parents. From hot takes about the buffalo chicken grilled cheese to mom and dad's first time on Rise of the Resistance to staying at the Grand Floridian… it's all covered! 

Mentions: 

• Tiffany Towncar
• Swan Reserve Hotel 
• Fantasia Gardens & Fairways Miniature Golf
• Shulla's Steakhouse
• Ohana 
• Narcoossee's 
• California Grill 
• Liberty Tree Tavern 
• Voices of Liberty

Disclaimers:

• Please disregard the Roomba vacuum noise that goes off at around 5 minutes in. 
• You can now walk between the Grand Floridian and the Polynesian Tower & Village Resort. The pathway was closed at the time of this trip (December 2024), but opened shortly after and remains open now. Great way, by the way!
• Jess has now tried the cheeseburger spring rolls in Magic Kingdom, and you can see her reaction on our TikTok! (BB_bestiespod) 

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BESTIES! 🎅🏻🎁🎄 It’s the most wonderful time of the year... in the middle of summer! ☀️🫧🌊

We're trading in hot cocoa for Dole Whip and bringing the holiday spirit to the Sunshine State in this special Christmas in July Pre-Trip Report from the Disney Vault! 

In this festive travel prep chat, we’re talking:
🎁 Our Double Trouble Disney Trip Planning from December 2024 coming fresh out of our Disney Vault
🎅🏻 When, Where, How & Why of the Trip Details 
🎄 Plus: We share some initial strategy to when Multi-Pass and Single-Pass made their debut. 

Disclaimers:

• We DID go on our besties trip during our overlapping Annual Passes - check that out here on the pod in episode 7, 8 and 9! 
• The Liberty Bell has officially closed at this time.
• Tiana's Bayou Adventure no longer has a virtual queue.  
• We mention our July Besties Family Trip in this episode, and we will actually be under a week out from that trip when this episode and the trip report episodes drop! Stay tuned for those trip episodes coming in August.
• At one hour and 13 minutes, Chelsea shouts - just a fair warning :) 

Let’s sleigh the pre-trip jitters and get festive — mid-year style!

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🫧🐭 In this debut episode of Banter with your Besties on the Bibbidi Bobbidi Besties Pod, we’re spilling the tea (ahem, Coca Cola Zero, and served in our favorite Disney mugs, of course) on Disney Deep Dives in the first round of our Q&A generated by ChatGPT. 

✨⚡️ Expect laughs, chaotic tangents, totally unnecessary (or maybe quite necessary) debates about Disney, podding together and being besties. 

🏰💫 Whether you’re a Magic Kingdom regular or just here for the laughs, you’re officially part of our royal inner circle. So grab your Mickey ears and settle in for some unfiltered, unmagical, unapologetically bestie banter!

👑✨ Let the bibbidi bobbidi bonding begin!

🎤🎧 Disclaimer: Apologies for the mic background noise in some areas of the podcast. We were chatting while holding our mics and they were a bit unsteady. Thanks for hanging in there with us!

🔗  Mentions:

• Bethany Vinton 
• Millennials on Main Street
• Main Street Dish
• Behind the Attraction

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💫 BESTIES! Are you ready to take your Disney planning skills to the next level? In this episode, we're diving deep into Advanced Lightning Lane tips and tricks to help you maximize your time in the parks and make the most out of your Lightning Lane Multi-pass purchase. Whether you're a season Disney Pro or leveling up your planning game, these strategies will help you stay one step ahead of the crowds!

✏️ And, hey, as higher education professionals, we're showcasing some parallels between Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and selecting classes as a first time college student during orientation. Any other educators out there?! 

🚗💨 PLUS, WDW released some exciting news about Test Track reopening on July 22nd and we have some hot takes about how that will potentially effect Lightning Lanes in EPCOT. A timely example to showcase our touring plan strategies, and we will be putting our thoughts to the test as we prepare for our July Besties Family Trip.

✨ We break our advance tips into bite sized chunks, including:

1. Pre-Booking Preparation

2. During the Booking Process

3. During your Park Day 

4. General Tips & Why MODIFYING is our GO-TO! 

🫧 Links & Mentions: 

• Earscouts 
• Disney Tourist Blog (specifically, Ride Reservation Refill Rules at Disney World)

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In this trip report episode, Jess gives us all the magical details of her birthday trip with her mom to celebrate! Listen in as she recounts the moments and memories from their June 2025 adventure -- from Typhoon Lagoon to the best mac and cheese on property to matching birthday ears and a Rapunzel Disney-bound to some transportation mishaps -- she shares it all! 

Disclaimer: Jess's daughter, Max, was hanging with us while we recorded the first part of this episode. So, you may hear Elsa letting it go in the background 

Note about Extended Evening Hours:

• It is confirmed that Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Jungle Cruise and the People Mover do not run during extended evening hours for deluxe resort guests.

Links:

• Typhoon Lagoon
• Wailulu Bar & Grill
• Trader Sam's Grog Grotto
• Tusker House (Jess's Fav Mac & Cheese)
• "Real" Wait Time App: Lines WDW 
• Owners Locker

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Jess embodies the meme of fitting in a Disney Trip before her next Disney Trip as she planned a semi-spontaneous celebratory trip for her and her mom's birthdays in June! In this episode, she gives us the full pre-trip rundown -- from her first experience staying at Disney's Old Key West Resort, to exciting plans to head to  Typhoon Lagoon on their check-in day and, of course, Jess's Lightning Lane madness! From favorites to new experiences and from rope drop through extended evening hours, Jess planned a magical trip to celebrate mother-daughter style! 

Whether you're in the early planning stages or just love the anticipation of a Disney trip, come get inspired with this pre-trip preview full of sunshine, snacks, and birthday magic! 🏝️🎉🌊

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