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Castle Talk Radio

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  • When Holidays Collide: Haunted Mansion Holiday Tips and Trivia

    In today's episode, we are talking about when two holidays collide. Jack Skellington and his friends are back to take over Haunted Mansion for the holidays. This episode has helpful tips and fun trivia about this holiday mashup and Disneyland fan favorite.

    Time Stamps:

    01:17 - What is the Haunted Mansion Holiday

    03:13 - Haunted Mansion Holiday with Kids and riding tips

    05:51 - Fun visuals and trivia about Haunted Mansion Holiday

    Disney Blog Post 20th Anniversary Gingerbread House: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/09/haunted-mansion-holiday-gingerbread-house-memorializes-20-years-with-monstrous-mansion-mash-up/

    Want More Disneyland Discounts! 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 (we earn money while you still save money):

    You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids

    OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.

    Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1

    Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks

    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/17044/214142

    About Becca & Jessica

    Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 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 10 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, 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.

     

    14 min
  • The Search For Hidden Mickeys

    Today we are talking about Hidden Mickeys!

    Once you start seeing Hidden Mickeys you won't be able to stop.

    We are sharing what they are, some of our favorites, and even mentioning where you might be able to spot Hidden Mickeys outside of Disneyland. 

    Hidden Mickeys Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3RT0Sba

    (We may earn money when you purchase through this link as we are part of the Amazon Affiliate program)

    Want More Disneyland Discounts! 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 (we earn money while you still save money): You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids

    OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.

    Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1

    Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks

    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/17044/214142

    About Becca & Jessica

    Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 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 10 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, 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 y

    15 min
  • These Changes Will Affect YOUR Disneyland Vacation

    Disneyland has announced changes that WILL affect your Disneyland vacation. In today's BONUS episode, we discuss:

     

    • Changes to Disneyland's Theme Park Reservation System
  • A Disneyland Ticket sale for kids in early 2024
  • Changes to Genie+ and why this could mean longer lines
  • Why Becca thinks these announcements may be signaling something else...
  • Remember, our listeners get the best Disneyland ticket deals by using our partners at Get Away Today (we earn money while you still save money):

    You can unlock our exclusive pricing by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids

    OR by calling 855-438-2929 and asking for the Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE pricing.

     

    Need more help choosing a hotel? Check out these guides from Becca and Jessica:

    • Best Harbor Blvd Hotels Across from Disneyland
  • Disneyland Area Hotels with Free Breakfast
  • 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

     

    About Becca & Jessica

    Becca Robins has been helping families create memories via her website This Crazy Adventure Called Life for more than 11 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 10 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, 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 vacation. 

    9 min
  • Tips For Breaking The Ice With Disneyland Characters

    Sometimes kids can be shy when meeting Disneyland Charcters. Maybe you want to know how to have some amazing interactions with characters you will remember for years to come. Today we are talking about how to break the ice when meeting characters at Disneyland Resort.

    Want more Disneyland Tips and News to your Inbox? 

    Join our Disneyland with Kids Newsletter at https://disneylandwithkids.info

    Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading:

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

    Get the BEST Disneyland Ticket Deals, hotel specials, and more when you book through Get Away Today. You can call 855-438-2929 and ask for the Disneyland with Kids Special Pricing or visit https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids/

    Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1

    Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks

    Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE!!! - Get all of Jessica's Disneyland Plans at one super low price! Only available to our followers and group members. Use the password DisneyKids to access your exclusive deal. https://thehappiestblogonearth.com/disneyland-with-kids-bundle/

     

    Visit Becca's Travel Website: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com

    Visit Jessica's Disneyland Website: https://thehappiestblogonearth.com

     

     

    19 min
  • Is the Matterhorn Disneyland’s Worst Ride Idea Ever?

    Finish this sentence - Riding the Matterhorn is like...

    Today on the Disneyland with Kids Podcast we are talking about the Disneyland Matterhorn. Could this be the worst Disneyland ride idea ever?

    We touch on the love/hate relationship with this ride, the things to know before taking your kids on it, and what ride at Walt Disney World is similar to this ride (Spoiler - it is NOT Everest).

    Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading:

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

    Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1

    Join the SoCal Theme Parks Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks

     Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE!!! - Get all of Jessica's Disneyland Plans at one super low price! Only available to our followers and group members. Use the password DisneyKids to access your exclusive deal. https://thehappiestblogonearth.com/disneyland-with-kids-bundle/

    Get the BEST Disneyland Ticket Deals, hotel specials and more when you book through Get Away Today using our exclusive deals.

    You can call 855-438-2929 and ask for the Disneyland with Kids Special Pricing or visit https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids/

    Who are we? Disneyland with Kids is a community founded by four travel writers who specialize in Disneyland and family travel:

    Becca Robins Website: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com

    Jessica Sanders Website: https://thehappiestblogonearth.com

    Julie Bigboy Website: https://momrewritten.com

    Leslie Harvey Website: https://tripswithtykes.com

     

    14 min
  • Our Unusual Disneyland Strategies

    We always talk about how important it is to have a park strategy at Disneyland, but today we are talking about unpopular park strategies that we swear by and why they differ from the ones you might hear everywhere else.

    From where to rope drop and how many days to spend at the parks, we are discussing it all.

    Want More Disneyland Discounts! Keep Reading:

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

    Sign up for FREE Disney Dining Reservation alerts with our partners at Mouse Dining. https://lddy.no/118g1

    Join the SoCal Theme Parks Facebook Group - New Name, Same Amazing Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks

    Disneyland with Kids EXCLUSIVE!!! - Get all of Jessica's Disneyland Plans at one super low price! Only available to our followers and group members. Use the password DisneyKids to access your exclusive deal. https://thehappiestblogonearth.com/disneyland-with-kids-bundle/

    Get the BEST Disneyland Ticket Deals, hotel specials and more when you book through Get Away Today. You can call 855-438-2929 and ask for the Disneyland with Kids Special Pricing or visit https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids/

     

    Who are we? Disneyland with Kids is a community founded by four travel writers who specialize in Disneyland and family travel:

    Becca Robins Website: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com

    Jessica Sanders Website: https://thehappiestblogonearth.com

    Julie Bigboy Website: https://momrewritten.com

    Leslie Harvey Website: https://tripswithtykes.com

     

    20 min
  • Everything Pirates for Talk Like A Pirate Day

    It is almost here! Talk Like A Pirate Day is September 19th and we thought, what better way to prepare than talking all things Pirates at Disneyland. Yo ho ho matey! This episode is filled with pirate trivia and fun. From secrets about Pirates of the Caribbean, to where you can find the secret buried treasure, we cover it all.

    Don't forget that our friends at Howard Johnson Anaheim also love pirates! You can check rates and exclusive Disneyland ticket pricing for this hotel by visiting https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids

    Helpful Resources:

    • Exclusive Disneyland Ticket Savings: https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids
  • Join our Facebook Group (NEW NAME, same amazing group!):  https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks
  • Watch the Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disneylandwithkids
  • Get ready-to-go Disneyland Plans by Jessica: https://thehappiestblogonearth.com/vip-park-plans/
  • Check out Becca's best Disneyland articles and guides: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com/disneyland/
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    17 min
  • Disney Secrets: Oswald The Lucky Rabbit

    In this episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast, Becca and Jessica discuss that character that looks a lot like Mickey Mouse at California Adventure...

    Oswald the Lucky Rabbit is having a year and we are here for it! From being the Disney Mascot for Year of the Rabbit to being featured as we celebrate the Disney company's 100th anniversary, we have some secrets and hidden park tributes to share in this 15 minute episode.

     

    Helpful Resources:

    • Exclusive Disneyland Ticket Savings: https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids
  • Join our Facebook Group (NEW NAME, same amazing group!):  https://facebook.com/groups/dwksocalthemeparks
  • Watch the Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disneylandwithkids
  • Get ready-to-go Disneyland Plans by Jessica: https://thehappiestblogonearth.com/vip-park-plans/
  • Check out Becca's best Disneyland articles and guides: https://thiscrazyadventurecalledlife.com/disneyland/
  •  

    14 min
  • Opening Day Mishaps at Disneyland

    What better way to celebrate Disneyland's 68th birthday than looking back at all the things that went horribly wrong...

    On this episode Jessica and Becca talk about things that went wrong at Disneyland Resort on its opening day, including plumbing issues, crazy crowds and more. Plus we talk about things that could go wrong on your Disneyland trip and how to make sure those hiccups don't ruin your vacation.

    Disneyland with Kids community members get EXCLUSIVE! ticket discounts when you purchase through our partners. Visit https://getawaytoday.com/disneyland-with-kids to lock in discounted tickets and hotel deals. Or call 855-GETAWAY and tell them you are calling for the Disneyland with Kids exclusive pricing.

    Want to get help planning your Disneyland vacation? Join the Disneyland with Kids Facebook Group and join our community of 40k Disneyland friends also planning trips. 

    Disneyland with Kids is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or any of its subsidiaries.

    Prefer to view your podcasts on YouTube? Disneyland with Kids Podcast is now on YouTube! View here:  https://www.youtube.com/@disneylandwithkids

    15 min

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