Is Disney’s Animal Kingdom just a giant zoo? What sets this park apart from places like the Omaha and San Diego zoos? We are talking about Disney’s Animal Kingdom and why it is more than just a half day park, and definitely more than a zoo.

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Chapters

00:00 Is Animal Kingdom Just an Overhyped Zoo?

00:55 Exploring the Rides at Animal Kingdom

04:32 Entertainment and Shows in the Park

06:58 Dining Delights at Animal Kingdom

08:31 Activities and Interactive Experiences

10:45 Animal Encounters and Conservation Efforts

14:15 Upcoming Changes and New Attractions

17:06 More Than Just a Zoo: The Full Experience

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Explore the best hotels located on Harbor Boulevard, within walking distance of Disneyland. Detailed reviews of several hotels, including the Best Western Park Place Inn, Tropicana Inn and Suites, Camelot Inn and Suites, Fairfield Anaheim Resort, Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance, and Howard Johnson. Each hotel is evaluated based on location, amenities, and overall value, helping listeners make informed decisions for their Disneyland stay.

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Takeaways

Best Western Park Place Inn is the closest hotel to Disneyland.

What would you do at Disneyland after Dark? Check out the different Disneyland After Dark Events available to attend in 2025. These separately ticketed events include exclusive foods, characters, activities, and a low crowd experience that you won't want to miss... or maybe you will.

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Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing.

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Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here:

Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/302110

About Becca & Jessica

Becca Robins is your Theme Park Tips Gal! She has been helping families make memories  for 13 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle.

Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.

We are sharing how to save HUNDREDS on Disneyland tickets and hotel stays. From ticket deals for 2025, to some AMAZING hotel deals, join Becca and special guest Kim from Get Away Today as we talk about how to save the most money on Disneyland. 

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or call 855-GETAWAY (855-438-2929) and tell them you want the Castle Talk Radio exclusive pricing. 

Here is a sneak peek at what a planning session for Walt Disney World might look like, 

In this episode, Jessica and Becca engage in a real-time planning session for a short trip to Walt Disney World. They discuss the challenges of maximizing a limited timeframe, prioritizing quality time over quantity, and the best parks to visit for unique experiences. The conversation also covers strategies for using Lightning Lanes effectively, selecting the right hotel accommodations, and the benefits of staying onsite versus offsite. Listeners gain valuable insights into planning a magical Disney getaway, along with resources for further assistance.

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Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals!

Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing.

Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio

Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here:

Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/302110

About Becca & Jessica

Becca Robins is your Theme Park Tips Gal! She has been helping families make memories  for 13 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle.

Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.

In this conversation, Becca and Jessica discuss the upcoming Lunar New Year celebrations at Disneyland Resort, focusing on the festivities at Disney California Adventure. They explore the significance of the Year of the Snake, highlight entertainment options like Mulan's Lunar New Year Procession, and delve into the diverse culinary offerings available during the celebration. The conversation emphasizes the cultural richness of the event and provides tips for planning a visit.

Takeaways

Lunar New Year is celebrated at Disney California Adventure.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Lunar New Year at Disneyland Resort

In this episode, Jessica and Becca discuss the exciting events and offerings at Disneyland Resort for 2025. They cover yearly staples, special ticketed events, and the significance of Disneyland's 70th anniversary. Listeners are encouraged to plan ahead and take advantage of ticket deals while anticipating the return of beloved attractions and celebrations.

Takeaways

Keywords

Disneyland, Disneyland Resort, 2025 events, Lunar New Year, Halloween, 70th anniversary, special ticketed events, planning, ticket deals, seasonal offerings

Happy New Year! As we are sleeping in from trying to stay up until midnight, we are sharing some of our best moments from the podcast this year.

We will be back next week with a brand-new episode all about everything happening at Disneyland in 2025. 

How do we afford to go to Disneyland so often? We aren't rich. We use these tips to help save money so we can go more often.

Disneyland vacations are expensive, but we are sharing the top ways we save on Disneyland vacations so that we can go more often. 

Want Disneyland Discounts & More? Keep Reading:

Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals!

Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing.

Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio

Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here:

Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/302110

About Becca & Jessica

Becca Robins is your Theme Park Tips Gal! She has been helping families make memories  for 13 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle.

Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.

Jessica Sanders has been helping guests navigate their Disneyland vacations for more than 11 years at The Happiest Blog On Earth.

Jessica is a SoCal Disneyland gal at heart, even though she currently lives out of state. Jessica specializes in helping guests learn how to utilize Disneyland's ever-changing amenities such as Disney Genie and Lightning Lanes at Disneyland. Jessica is also our resident foodie and is able to help you plan what Disneyland food you must try for your visit.

The ultimate Disney Parks Challenge to do without a passport! Becca just attempted the 6 parks in 1 day challenge going from Walt Disney World to Disneyland and visiting every park on both coasts. Did she pull it off? Would she do it again?

Watch Becca's Vlog from the challenge here: https://youtu.be/DsFUTBMWVSA?si=zHl9FyP3B77TRh6_

Want Disneyland Discounts & More? Keep Reading:

Using the links below helps support our channel as we may earn a small commission. You still get amazing deals!

Our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/castletalk

OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Castle Talk Radio EXCLUSIVE pricing.

Join the Castle Talk Radio Patreon for early access, input on future episodes and more https://patreon.com/castletalkradio

Plan out your Disneyland visit with help from Jessica's AMAZING (per Becca) Park Strategy Plans. You can get one or more of them here:

Disneyland Plans To Rock Your Vacation: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/17044/302110

About Becca & Jessica

Becca Robins is your Theme Park Tips Gal! She has been helping families make memories  for 13 years. Her focus is on helping families plan vacations within their budget and lifestyle.

Becca is an expert on all things SoCal Theme Parks as well as West Coast Travel, and is currently working to expand her coverage to the rest of the United States.