Your Disneyland trip is booked, and then a few days before you leave, the forecast changes. Suddenly, it is going to be HOT.

In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica talk about Jessica’s recent Disneyland trip during an extreme Southern California heat wave and what actually helped her group handle the high temperatures.

We talk about what to pack, staying hydrated, sunscreen, adjusting your park strategy, taking midday breaks, and why a hot day at Disneyland can feel very different from the same temperature at home.

Why Disneyland heat waves can happen even into the fall

What Jessica packed for triple-digit temperatures

Portable fans, umbrellas, sunscreen, and other heat essentials

How to remember to reapply sunscreen

Where to get free cups of water in the parks

Electrolytes and staying ahead of dehydration

Why extreme heat may mean changing your normal rope drop strategy

Conserving energy by touring one area of the park at a time

Using indoor attractions and air conditioning strategically

Why midday hotel breaks become even more important in extreme heat

Cool showers, fresh clothes, and other ways to reset

Preventing and treating chafing

Why Disneyland can feel hotter than the same temperature at home

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Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2027? In this episode, Becca and Jessica explain why now may be the best time to start booking, why waiting until Black Friday could actually cost you more, and how booking early can help you lock in better prices and hotel availability.

They also compare real 2027 Disneyland vacation package pricing for Disney Resort hotels and nearby Good Neighbor hotels, including options for families traveling during January, February, and spring break. Plus, learn what happens if a better deal comes out after you book and how Get Away Today can help you save.

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Humans are finally being invited into Monstropolis at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

In this episode of Castle Talk Radio, Becca and Jessica explore the new Monsters, Inc.-themed land coming to Walt Disney World. Rather than simply recreating scenes from the movies, Disney is building an entire city where guests will visit as human tourists during H.U.M.A.N. Day.

We discuss:

• Why humans are now welcome in Monstropolis

Monstropolis is shaping up to be much more than a new attraction. Disney is creating a city filled with restaurants, businesses, entertainment, hidden details, and plenty of reasons to slow down and explore.

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Jessica talks to Becca about her Oogie Boogie Bash experience and the kick-off to Halloween Time. From the new street party, to the low crowds, they talk about what Halloween time looks like in 2026.

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Let's chat about D23... and why it felt like a letdown to many. 

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It is our final land in our 70th Solo Series where we deep dive into each land of Disneyland Park. Today we talk about Tomorrowland. The land that is most talked about every time people talk about what they want to happen at Disneyland. 

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In this episode, Jessica takes you through Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, one of the biggest expansions of Disneyland Resort in recent history. She talks about the atmosphere, how the land has changed, the rides, the dining, and so much more!

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Join us as we explore New Orleans Square in our land by land deep dive into Disneyland in celebration of the 70th Anniversary.

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This week, Jessica deep dives into Mickey's Toontown as we continue our deep dives into the iconic Disneyland lands.